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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1898
Page
5
An infant Browinski, born severely underweight, is kept alive in a modern incubator at a Chicago county hospital. Doctors and nurses report the baby remains very delicate, with continuous care needed to sustain life under glass in a protective enclosure.
New York January 19. Nellie R Goodwin wife of actor Nat C Goodwin asks the Supreme Court to confirm a referee report recommending an absolute divorce. Judge Pryor reserved decision after a week long suit on statutory grounds. The referee suggests alimony of five dollars per week and Goodwin had already granted separation on grounds of cruelty and contempt. Mrs Goodwin accepted five hundred dollars in lieu of all alimony and dower rights.
In Columbus Indiana on January 19 Dore Ogden reports a new electric fishing line that extends from a battery and delivers a surge when it touches a fish, claiming improvements over all previous inventions. In White River several hundred pounds were caught in a few hours during tests.
A Denver reader recalls buying a Black Calla Lily from New York City last year. After a week the flower opened wide, showing its curious shape. To keep it thriving, the plant needs abundant sunshine and water as it matures.
A lavish Topeka banquet and dance, labeled the season’s sweltest hop, drew thirteen guests though eighty were invited. Guests danced to Watson’s orchestra with Prof C D Hudson overseeing, supper followed, and a telegram from St Louis announced Prof Filson’s illness. the night continued until midnight with full dress and graceful celebration.
Eugene Hagan former assistant district attorney opposes dividing Kansas into two federal judicial districts arguing there is less business now than ever and that the move is driven by politics. He tests before a congressional committee this week, saying a new district is unnecessary and would extend political influence. He notes the U S court’s jurisdiction has narrowed since 1840s and claims no past overwork.
A jumble of Topeka area short items notes official visits court actions moved offices and social events. References include Bank Commissioner Breidenthal returning from Baxter Springs ex congressman Hf Moore visiting Topeka, a law partnership formed, a bridge widening, and upcoming concerts and church events.
A judge argues that federal jurisdiction over Indian Territory should be extended and criticizes existing court structure. He notes reduced criminal and civil workload, shifts in district borders since 162, and benefits from improved travel and court distribution. He dismisses calls for new districts as unnecessary and economically unfounded.
Secretary Wilson told the Senate in reply to a resolution that Hawaiian sugar importation is under 10 percent of total imports. He cited average sugar value and argued Hawaiian production would not seriously compete with U S beet sugar. He warned Hawaii could gain monopoly if island production expanded.
Tickets available on the first and third Tuesdays of January and February. Sold via Union Pacific to Arkansas Territory Oklahoma Texas Louisiana Arizona and New Mexico. Minimum round trip rate seven dollars or one way fare plus. For exact territories and full information contact A Lewis city ticket agent or J C Fulton depot agent.
The Topeka Kansas council met by adjournment with nine members present and Mayor Fellows presiding. Bills and judgments were read, committee reports on Mercer McMasters and city physician drugs were debated, payments approved with exceptions, and various street, jail, and utilities matters discussed including a proposed ordinance on gas pricing and a new plat lot Eckert addition.
A Topeka city council debate centers on abstaining from paying medicines beyond official ordinances and mandamus risk. The judiciary committee reports oppose delaying water bill payments, urging action against the Topeka Water Company while approving ordinances funding drainage and street work.
A fragmented reminiscence notes renewed promises and exaggerated claims about future reforms. Critics say familiarity fades after three years, yet some celebrate growing popularity. The piece hints at political fatigue and urges subscription to The State Journal.
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