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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1898
Page
3
A humorous passage mocks claims of top sarsaparilla quality, arguing true excellence requires the best root. It notes Honduras origin and asserts Dr. Ayer Co. controls the market while others improvise with leftovers. The odd slogan ends with a quip about producing the best from the best root.
State board receives notice from State's Attorney stating Willett McChichen and Christian Bifentiot face charges for medical practice violations. Leasons involve Parre child death after neglected diphtheria treatment. Parents accused of encouraging suicide by avoidance of conventional care. Coroner awaited. grand jury to convene.
In Mintaterteys Wisconsin January 1 a Christian man Lewis Knapp faced a sermon by Rev J W Corey of the First Baptist Church. The preacher argued Knapp’s infidelity to Christian belief and his supposed legacy of denying faith, while noting Knapp had urged tribute to ancient myths and his stance against tithes reportedly had no bearing on his conviction.
General Booth plans Westward travel visiting cities including Benarty Gate and New Mexico while addressing gatherings at opera houses and meeting with local leaders. The Salvation Army leader will speak on a schedule that includes public appearances, with other noted figures and a planned excursion by American Wheelmen in August and a February rail trip via Santa Fe routes to multiple western territories.
Division officials announce a plan to standardize rule interpretation across all units. The move aims to ensure consistent enforcement, reduce discrepancies, and streamline operations nationwide under unified guidelines.
Santa Fe rushes oranges to market with a daily 64 car average from California. General Superintendent Mudge says pay rules interpretation is settled and division officials will apply them uniformly. Rock Island, Frisco, and Santa Fe depots expand or rebuild. snow plows aid eastern Kansas schedules. a big Wellington mill project draws Rock Island officials for talks.
Frank A Meade telegraph operator, resident of Emporia, suffered a broken right leg after jumping from a moving car at Highth and Tracy Avenue in Kansas City. He was treated at a local hospital and reported in satisfactory condition.
At police headquarters an injured man recounts a broken heart six months into captivity. A Western Union employee in Beaporia, six years on the job, avoids details as officers search pockets for identity. In Arkansas City a Santa Fe worker named Nessen is sprayed with whitewashing liquid during shop work, suffering eye injuries and possible weight loss from mouthfuls of the chemical.
Santa Fe notes report Engine 785 ready to break in and Bo into service. Engineer William Bain assigned to engine 38. Superintendent C T McCiellan's private car 105 in light repairs. Coach painters turn out three coaches and three way cars, aiming for Monday night completion. Several staff illnesses. meetings for baseball team organizing tonight at Fourth and Adams. Various depot and railway updates including late No. 1 and No. 6 trains, ice harvest near La Junta, and a Cimarron receiver sale with Santa Fe lands.
New York January reports that Professor Saminel Schenck who claimed a sex selection secret has refused further interviews. He prepared a pamphlet on the system and sold German rights for ten thousand dollars. Publication in America and Bogland awaits rights sale.
Kansas Day celebration at Copeland dining room drew a crowded, festive scene with decorated tables, vivid stirs and stripes, and an Amphion quartet. Many Topeka club members gave up seats for visitors while officers were elected for the coming year led by President Arthur Capper. The speeches urged young Kansans to channel political power against the enemy before them, echoing a Lewelling-Landis exchange.
The Kansas speech celebrates the state's growth and institutions, praising its schools churches and infrastructure. It recalls pioneers like John Brown and Jim Lane, lauds Kansas as a beacon of civilization, and notes its booming cattle, crops, and per capita wealth while contrasting past struggles with present prosperity.
The speech lauds Republican gains in Kansas credit and gold reserves, denounces Populists and fusionists, and calls for a united party ticket to rebuild state leadership. It credits tax cuts, debt reduction, and productive Kansas soil while attacking Populist mismanagement and broken promises.
J B R Burton criticizes neglect of politics as treasonous and urges business leaders to engage. He argues leadership shapes party success, urges Kansas Republicans to unite, silence factionalism, and support the national party, stressing duty over mere voting and public service over wealth. He cites past party rebuilds and calls for constructive, loyal participation.
A fragmentary speech railing at political opponents, praising and critiquing the Reform Party. The speaker urges elevating citizenship and serving the nation’s founding mission through ideals and public service, invoking a high purpose beyond wealth.
In Greenwood cemetery a electric system will guard the Mackay family tomb. Wires will be laid underground along a trench with radiant heaters and electric lamps to illuminate the altar. A bell and electric monitoring will alert guards to any disturbance at the tomb. The project costs exceed $200 and features a private mausoleum with modern conveniences.
In Frankfort a water christening plan provokes division among residents with a majority favoring Miax Fradiey’s suggestion while opponents warn against impeding the proposed ceremony. Officials weigh water safety and proper conduct as debate centers on the christening setup and timing.
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