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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1899
Page
4
A jumble of late 19th century items notes Congress inching toward a river and harbor bill while senators maneuver for votes. Discussions touch tariffs, Philippine policy, coinage and the gold standard, with mentions of presidential prospects and regional political skirmishes.
Chicago council votes 46 to 11 to grant a fifty year tele graph franchise to a rival company. The measure would allow the entrant to lay lines and supply service in Chicago, with the firm promised to cover costs and provide telephones to residents and businesses.
A new firm plans to form a long-distance telephone company. The initiative is in progress, with statements and statements of be likely to outline the enterprise and its aims. The project references streets and alleys, underground sites, and rent considerations as part of its development.
The senate, after convening, moved to committee of the Whole to study bills. Anderson’s Shawnee county lease of fair grounds to Tebaea city was reviewed along with Matthews’ Ninth District court terms. Other measures included a bill to combat forgery by false entries in books and accounts.
Report from the Philadelphia charter vessel Bimee describes nearly thirty crew members deserting and about eighteen recaptured. Deserters claim they were lied to about return to America and are now in a bitter frame of mind while ashore access is restricted. Washington promises a commission dating from December.
A Mexican railroad enters the public record with articles of incorporation filed in Colorado. The company will operate in Mexico with capital stock of 31 000. The Denver office will coordinate branches in Pittsburgh and Mexican cities. Directors include F Armstrang, M Armistrong, RL McGinlay, Jan Ho Wilpon, Wm Wierd, S Gil, James E Long, and Airecht.
Vincent Kaczynski urges Topeka and Shawnee County to macadamize roads using local limestone and a stone crusher. He claims 60 to 70 cents per square yard and potential employment for thirty men and fifteen teams. Cites Chicago and St Louis examples and government highway work.
Blanche Walsh engagement details to Topeka include two eighteens and matinee on Friday and Saturday with a February date. A later contract for three nights plus a matinee was withdrawn due to competing attractions. Alice Neilson opens the week with The Fortune Teller followed by My Friend from India and At Gay Caney Island at Crawford theater. The McLean Tyler Hanford company plans two performances at Grand Opera House that week.
E tim. Martie, president of the Bodine Gruas eapasy of Willumstoven, was killed when a threatened strike eventuated, with death befell him amid a tense stand at the factory. Investigations point to possible links with threatened labor action affecting locations including Bridge ton, Clayton, Glassboro, Sulon, and Williamstown. Large bundles were dispatched to the American Steam Laundry. telephone 341.
Water from the Arkansan has been diverted into the Koohn canal west of Great Bend, Kansas, creating a massive artificial waterway four miles long and up to six miles wide. The project, begun over a year ago, aims to flood Wet and Dry Walnut and Cheyenne bottoms, forming a large recreational and irrigation lake with depths up to four feet. Plans include a surrounding driveway, shade trees, a steamship on the canal, and bath houses, signaling a new western Kansas industry as construction progresses and water reaches fields along the prairie.
W R Burroughs, a Marysville officer and educator, vanished last week after writing a letter to daughters Mabel and Maud. He was seen arranging town business, purchased items, and left the city hall with the key. The disappearance prompts citizens and officials to search and awaits further clues.
Greer Pena and other youths at a rall school built a small gang robbery when they halted a delivery wagon. They held the horse while others helped themselves to apples at 45 cents a peck. Two boys fled home and two were expelled after the superintendent’s inquiry.
A swindler operates in the north part of the county selling Philippine Beans claimed to be from Manila and brought by his brother as protection against mother. The real product is a Chinese bean soaked in cinnamon.
Fort Scott January 24 Mayor P. C. Hesser of Fort Scott was expelled from Grace Methodist Episcopal Church for refusing to use the city police to suppress liquor selling. Pastor Wood announced that Hesser and his wife withdrew from the church, noting long-time communicant status and prior efforts to align church duty with local saloon crackdowns.
Pensions announced for Kansas residents listing original grants to Alonso Ketchum OtterbourneThoman Morrigan Lewis Manchester James H Click and others with amounts 3 to 36 dollars. Additional grants include Joseph Waymire and Emilie Center with six dollars, increases shown for Garett Wakesides Hart Hout Benjamin Batter P. McCoy and Austin Jones among others.
A Santa Fe train fatality near the Commercial street crossing is reported. The victim, a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, died from injuries after attempting to cross the track despite warnings. Moran announces a new Moran State Bank set to open by early next month under Bollinger, with chartering and organizational steps underway.
Improving Sunny Slope Emporia Jan 24 report Mr Stannard of Sunny Slope has moved a large head of fine cattle from Hope to the ranch and plans to bring the rest soon boosting stock by 500 once all are on site. prominent cattlemen from across the region visited this week for viewing and purchases. Beneca Jan 24 the First National bank of Seneca ordered 8 percent loan rate as a reduction of 2 percent below the legal Kansas rate, to meet demand for cheaper money.
In Kansas City Jan 4, sheep raiser T. FP. Pitapat Rick of Yarrington Nevada was found nearly dead in the locked Della House room from inhaling gas and morphine mixture. Fitzpatrick, an elderly man, claims he was lured away and denies any self harm. Rick had $125 cash and a $1,300 check with him.
San Francisco attorneys for Cordelia Botkin convicted of killing Mrs. John P. Dunning of Dover Del sought a continuance arguing Delaware lacked jurisdiction. Judge Cook granted a delay until next Saturday as counsel prepare reasons for a new trial.
The preliminary hearing of J. C. Wright alias Kennedy on charges of complicity in a Kan sas Fort Scott and Memphis passenger train robbery at Macomb started before Justice F. M. Kittrell. The defense requested a change of venue and the case was moved to Justice T. P. Patterson for later proceedings.
Washington January 1874 Senator Mark Hanna debuted a new double breasted waistcoat with small polka dots over a dark blue surface. He wore it openly at talks, displaying the garment proudly as he loosened his coat and kept hands in pockets. The fashion note adds a playful jab at its bold style.
A Kansas reader from Joplin Missouri condemns the oil inspection system as a costly monopoly. He argues inspectors cannot cover the state's vast distribution network and critiques the law as protection for oil firms over citizens. He cites a Wichita Topeka context and recalls Mr Withott exposing the issue.
Diverse claims unfold as Petrou reports Jan 2 remarks by Jeffries against Corbett and Sharkey, threatening a major bout. He vows to match with Bob Armstrong and Yank Kenny, claiming independence from Stuart and naming Lenox, California and San Francisco clubs as his only options.
Senator Allen arrived in Lincoln from Washington fueling reports he came to sway votes in the legislature. A fusion caucus met behind closed doors to discuss unifying on a Republican ally and potential names mentioned included Hosewater Crounse Talbot and Bryan. The caucus decided to keep backing Allen for now with a likely split anticipated later in the week.
Mrs W R Benton of Oakland died at Cummings Kansas on the 1st. The four year old Lecien L Strickler, son of Mr and Mrs L Strickler, died yesterday. Funeral set for tomorrow at 2 PM from the First Presbyterian church. The Topeka Scottish Society to celebrate Burns anniversary January 25 at G A B Hall 422 Kansas Avenue. Beotchimen and friends invited.
Ex governor Culberson elected United States senator by acclamation in a noon vote, succeeding Roger Q. Mills. Across the nation legislatures report varied ballots for U S senator with Quay Jenks and Clark among prominent figures, noting multiple states holding or finalizing ballots.
Pittsburg Jan 4 joint scale committee of operators and miners adopted a report that prevents a national strike. New rates for run of mine coal set across Indiana Ohio and Illinois with machine versus pick mining differentials arbitrated by a six member board including miners officials and one non resident operator. The agreement aims to end labor tensions in Hocking Valley Ohio and other affected mines.
Chief T A Strauss announces he will resign if salary remains at $63.22 per month, seeking a raise to $126 per month. He contends his $1,200 yearly start, later raised, is insufficient and vows to quit to the city council if not granted.
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