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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1899
Page
6
A dense storefront sale notice from Spot Cash Grocery touts ridiculously low prices on staples and groceries. It lists numerous items from sugar and canned goods to coffee, soap, and baking products, claiming bulk value and prompt mail orders.
Dr Lyman Abbott urged a U S protectorate over newly acquired territories at Barnard College, arguing it would educate locals to self governance and improve conditions. He suggested returning control to natives via suffrage after stabilizing governments, while noting imperial duties could raise U S standards too.
A Washington dispatch reports Aguinaldo's threat to strike at once if the peace treaty is delayed and U S forces threaten to lose control. The message, intercepted and reviewed by Presidents and secretaries, urged preemptive action and warned of harsher moves if independence is not achieved.
Joe Choynski, after confirming his father's death this morning, said he remains open to heavyweights and has agreed to box Kid McCoy in Chicago under the Fort Dearborn Athletic Club in April. Negotiations also proceed with Jim Corbett as a fallback opponent if the McCoy bout collapses.
Jailer Lawson was attacked in the jail corridor by Elling as he unlocked cells. The intruder seized the revolver, released all prisoners, and fled down Van Buren street while Lawson lay severely injured. A search led by Under Sheriff Williams and Chief Strauss continues for Elling. McCoy and Elling were captured earlier but escaped.
The Great Northern Railroad has acquired the Minnesota holdings of the Wright-Davis people, except pine lands, for about 5 million dollars. The Duluth Mississippi River and Northern railroad and related mines near Hibbing are now owned by the Great Northern via a St. Paul closing. The Swan River Logging company and several mines are included in the transaction, with about 190 miles of standard gauge rail under the deal.
The Kansas Senate resolutions call for president and Congress to aid American maritime citizens in building maintaining and navigating ships under our colors and to end dependence on foreign vessels. They request action by Senators and Congressmen to pursue liberal laws and ship subsidies to boost the merchant marine.
Senator Campbell introduced the Tollowime bill in the Kansas senate to limit biennial office distribution by state administrations. The measure details officer terms tied to the governor’s election and senate confirmation rules, with vacancies during legislative recess and term termination at the next assembly.
The Senate this morning took up house resolutions denouncing polygamy and protesting Brigham H. Roberts seating in Congress but referred them to the committee on state affairs without any debate.
A Logansport Indiana woman recounts ten years of kidney backache and urinary distress. After doctors failed, she used Morrow’s Kid-neoids and reports reduced nerves and better sleep. She claims ongoing relief and urges friends to write for details. Sold at Swift Holiday’s drug store for 60 cents a box. Manufactured by John Morrow, Suringisid, Ohio.
Vancouver reports eleven sailors from the Manbar, bound for Sydney, were captured by New Guinea natives after the December gale near Cape Nelson. One man, James Green, escaped. the rest were fatally harmed and eaten daily as tribes tortured captives. Heads were displayed on poles and horrific rites observed.
Los Angeles, January 2. The longest power run yet completed carries electricity 80 miles from a new plant at the river head to supply the city. The project, years in development, involved large expenditures. Women workers enter the city via underground conduits. A big concert is set for Washburn College Friday night, January 27.
Chicago daily market notes a mixed start for Liverpool and continental wheat with a steady opening and slight gains to around 7 1 2d. However profit taking pulled values back as export demand remained subdued and domestic shipments varied. Reports indicate strong outside buying for futures while local receipts were limited.
Kansas City market shows mixed demand as cattle receipts reach 6,000 with steady to firmer hogs and higher prices. Provisions rise on moderate fat hog gains while barley and timothy feed trends are mixed. movement in oats and eggs noted with steady to higher farm staples. Representative sales include native steers, Texas and Texan cows, and stockers amid overall market activity.
Banking market summary from New York shows money market activity with 2 percent sterling exchange, demand and commercial paper fees, and government bond movements. Prices, rates, and coupons referenced include bullion and silver, with noted stability in government bonds and related instruments.
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