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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1898
Page
4
The fragment notes a paper address and contact lines for advertising and readings, with partial street and phone references. It mentions New York, an address at 222 Patter Buildinie, and references to publishers and availability of sections open to advertisers or readers.
A fragmented 19th century notice describes New Orleans women forming a unified council to aid the city, join with humanitarian groups, and bolster local welfare. It notes men forming a general association to defend city interests and promote growth, urging a joint meeting of leaders to coordinate efforts and support the community. The text closes with a contrasting line on U S aid antics and Yukon miner loans.
A collage of stray observations on marriage debates, social pretenses, and bachelor quirks. It mocks friendships, political chatter about Michigan and Hanna Morgan, and jokes on courting, engagement, and rivalry, with sharp, humorous asides about society’s foibles.
A jumble of 19th century cultural notes and political mentions includes Speaker Reed in a house lobby smoking irony at Wheeling stogie, Verdi’s Rome success, a deceased lady’s fortune donated to charity and a hospital, Munkady’s "Face Home" in London, and a health critique of a painter. Gov. Wolcott appoints Ramsey, a Black public administrator, with later notes on the Lincoln funeral pallbearers and prominent names across Senate House and Army Navy Civilians.
A US consul reports a remarkable growth in Mexican cattle exports to the United States with shipments increasing steadily. He notes some trade friction but overall demand remains strong as cattlemen increasingly move stock north. The report suggests Mexico may soon focus on profitable export channels rather than internal needs.
A Union of All Building Societies of New York is to be formed to beautify New York. A governing committee of architects, builders, artists, painters, sculptors, and engineers will oversee a nationwide effort. Subcommittees will address architecture, public art, and related beautification tasks for the metropolis.
The Waldorf Asters hosted a national New England Women event in New York on Saturday with about 200 attendees. Mrs. William Jerry Slade, founder, and Mrs. Henry Clark Cor, treasurer, received guests alongside several New England attendants in a refined gathering at the venue.
The Imperial Stock Company plans a bold, bloodhound chased rehearsal of "Armen" dramatic scenes as managers cater to St Louis lovers of sensational stage fare. A Lund actor is pursued through the audience into the aisle amid the tense backstage bustle.
Washington reports a Wheacy committee recommendation to erect a monument to the prison ship martyrs at Fort Green New York. A substitute appropriation of $4000 is proposed as a partial contribution with a further raise to cover remaining costs. The plan notes 900 victims referenced in the controversy.
A fragmentary report notes the start of smallpox concerns in Ga l esburg with patient Charles Halvorson showing illness. Officials quarantined at once amid apprehension in the community, while public notices advertise excursions and luxury features on new trains.
A Kansas convention declared in favor of strict party affiliation and work toward virtue. Several donors listed include W. W. Smith of York, W. A. Stevens of Tyrone, and Gideon Vicker of Detroit with varying amounts. a final contribution pushes the total to five dollars, sourced from C. Pendleton of Cincinnati.
Dr G Wiley Broome cites a windstorm related illness in St Louis calling it eyetonte heurosis a functional affliction tied to cyclone fright and wind. He says the sole remedy is abatement of strong winds as experts note deaths due to self harm amid the disaster.
Acting Secretary of War proposes discretionary restrictions on religious buildings for reservations. Aimed at civilians in population rings, the plan suggests no more than one building per 300 population and allows possible two additional structures during wartime needs.
A local Mississippi style tale from Jasper Georgia recounts Mary Sharper, a woman in the county, who reportedly saved her father in a muddy mountain encounter. She allegedly stood by his side as a large multi-spiked deer charged, fired rapidly, and killed the animal, with the carcass then prepared for her companions.
New Haven reports a young man James Walsh age 21, once a brilliant prospect, sent to jail after confessing to setting his crime to his mother. Doctors found his mind unfree and say prolonged smoking led to insanity, with police seeking restraint to prevent further deterioration and violence.
Paris dispatch reports the Temps accuses the Royal Nheer company, a principal British power in West Africa, of importing about 4000 hogsheads of gin into Niger territory over four months. The item underscores imperial trade concerns and illicit goods activity.
Mrs J. M. Haren of Etna New Hampshire describes a long battle with scrofula marked by facial sores neck swelling and nerve pain. After using Hood's Sarsaparilla she reports sores healing and nerve symptoms easing with no recurrence beyond a single scar.
Judge Peters returns from Washington with a draft bill proposing dividing Kansas into northern and southern districts. The plan would place Leavenworth Topeka and Salina in the north and Fort Scott and Wichita in the south. A congress committee report outlines county demands and the district lines amid circuit court considerations.
C W Skeene of Wamego faces charges as a brewery agent amid a bitter county fight. The dispute centers on illegal beer sales, corrupt practices, and attempts to shield trial by legal maneuvers. Arrests, bonds, and prison terms follow, with dates set for February proceedings.
In Goodland Kansas the postoffice reports rapid growth since the July 2595 money order form. Daily receipts from money orders reach about 900 dollars, and the office has processed 10 724 money orders, a record for the western half of Kansas. Postmaster salary is listed at 1000 dollars per year while letters addressed to Goociand Artifice Rak Co. linger, with principal figures A B Montgomery Dr F H Smith and F Murphy noted among earlier staff. The excerpt mentions former Goociand bank failures contributing to the uptick and a practice where Montgomery directs misdirected items to a stove.
Jan Atwood, a prominent Beaver township farmer, died by his own action at his home after an inquest disclosed sickness and fear of being compelled to testify against a city jailer. John Magil, a wealthy county farmer, noted as one of the region's most popular figures, was not present in the inquest due to illness.
Wellington boasts status as the region’s top grain hub, surpassing Wichita by about 500 carloads in a 1897 wheat inspection tally. Inspector Thompson logged 1,610 loaded carloads here from July to December, highlighting Wellington’s grain activity. Also noted are pensions granted in January to Kansans including Sloane Osborne Talbert Haindel Morgan Lee Grant and others, with amounts ranging from 6 to 12 dollars.
Kansas Day at Carbondale included public entertainment directed by Prof Albin with school pupils. two papers from the senior class Will Reed and Leona Patterson noted. funds to library. Norton Bank closes after stockholder agreement ends operation. Atwood fire destroys Scow Hardware and Drie building and adjacent post office. gasoline stove cited as cause.
Five year old Rh K Vernon girl died after being burned in a house fire likely caused by matches or child activity near a stove while her family was out. She died the day after the incident at Wichita Odd Fellows Home, Wichita. West Side Odd Fellows buy 25 feet of Palace block at West Douglas, plan a three story lodge building.
J L Downey moved to Arkansas City with daughter Opal aged 14 as eight youths helped celebrate. Cakes cut with rinse as a feature. Goodland Gun Club formed with 20 members officers listed. James Lambridge captain. St Francis event marks new year with marriage of James H Egan and Lila M Lyona at the home of Thomas Exon. Egan a prospering local businessman.
A Houston man, Eien Sillivany, claims he met a tiny unknown people in the Amazon valley. He says he traveled by dugout to Rio Negro headwaters, observed their camps and ceremonies, and described their peculiar physique and diet. Experts doubt the extraordinary tale as implausible and unverified.
The State Temperance Union will meet Tuesday and Wednesday in Hogliten hall instead of Representative hall as previously advertised. The Tuesday evening address will be by Dr. Howard H. Russell of Ohio. Also notes a Santa Fe route through Topeka to California, and an advertisement for Grain-O coffee substitute product with claims of health benefits.
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