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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1899
Page
6
Governor Stanley to attend in Girard as state House departments plan observances. Speakers expected, with pomp at Girard while other ceremonies occur statewide. Officials outline duties, with Grimes to be escorted and a deputy to oversee preparations.
In Leavenworth and surrounding scenes, Brown of Rorsons initiates fur dealings while Atwood faces scrutiny and legal rites unfold. Citizens anticipate events around a Fourth observance as officials review procedures, votes, and a potential adjournment amid evolving civic tensions.
A rough OCR summary reports Wilder defeating West Wilder in the Topeka tennis tournament held at Tenth and Elimire. Preliminary rounds saw George Stoker beat Adrian Sherman and Herbert Armstrong over Bromsen. Barres de Toate Taun Sieve West Wilder defeated Ed Moir then Armstrong. Wilder beat Harr Binbig. An attempted team playoff failed as teams did not consent. next Saturday's heat was postponed.
A group led by John Folger and five companions from San Francisco and Boston endured starvation and freezing as they trekked toward Kox uituk Fiver. Delays forced a retreat to Rampart City and later a trek via snow mountains, aided only by Morse’s St Bernard dogs, before locating Folger’s belongings in Jonaly near Afetle City.
Best events presided over all trot and free for all pace as Santa Fe races drew a small crowd despite poor weather. Beside, a gray mare owned by J. Alien Maud S., placed second, with Cricket owned by Elsner Schilleres third. Prizes included a Winchester rifle from W. A. Le Thompson Hardware Co and other hardware items.
Shawnee Encommanent No. 3 invites nearby lodges to a public installation at Garffeld Park on July 8 1888 at 4 p m with a family picnic supper and entertainment. About a dozen lodges from outside Topeka expected, with many members attending the event aims at fellowship and old‑time harmony.
In Chicago a July gathering brought Colonel Bryan and allies to discuss party strategy with several workers present. The event featured remarks from speakers including Wallin and Jentings, touching on campaigns, alliances, and efforts to secure support for candidates amid national political tensions.
New York report says Mrs. Seely, wife of a man jailed for the Bank of New York robbery, seeks a divorce and plans remarriage. The article notes her residence move, accusation of felony against her husband, and Samuel C. Seely's looming release from prison next May.
Police Superintendent Sylvesterbacked by Major Richard Spyiveten supports introducing a spanking device in the district prisons and reformatories. He argues it is not barbarous and that humiliation can be corrective. Two versions exist. males strapped to a wooden horse and inmates in a gauze suit seated over a device with a hazy bottom.
Dr. Henderson defends his stance amid clashes with pension commissioner Evans and Hie City Evans over reinstating old soldiers. He details prior reinforcements, clerks, and widows benefits, asserts no intent to attack unjustly, and explains his motive was truth telling to fellow veterans. He notes campaign pressures from Bryan supporters and asserts he sought only honesty.
A damaged San Francisco article outlines war period expenditures for transport services along the Pacific coast. It notes chartering costs and payments tied to ships, fuel, and supplies, with accountability to SSR and wartime spending practices.
Fragmented notice details a centennial celebration for a local cemetery with many graves, plus a Highland Park Sunday school lawn social at Mr. Popenoe’s residence on July 2. A fireworks display is hinted, and the town invites participation while mentioning Saratoga.
Major General Welenn A. Miller arrived in Sherman on Sunday and was hosted by Julia Sherman and Dr. Pauton. A display of high grade thermometers was received at Sennett's Optical Store at 730 Kansas Avenue.
Des Moines dispatch reports that William Larrabee, former governor and current chairman of the state board of control, is portrayed as a tobacco hater. His anti smoking rules in executive rooms extended to convicts, reducing tobacco allowances and denying purchase rights, amid a mistaken telegraph edit.
A Kansans special bound for California via the Santa Fe route attracted a dense crowd at the depot by 1 pm with trunks and baskets filling the platform. The eight sleeper train filled, three extra cars added at Topeka and more on the way. Credit to city ticket agent Thomas Kin for coordinating the excursion amid strong turnout from Topeka residents and numerous accompanying families and individuals.
The state schooling commission purchased bonds at par totaling 50000 to retire floating indebtedness. Issued under a legislative act, the bonds are in denominations of timi and, if not purchased by the school fund, may be sold to county residents. They carry 4 percent interest.
The report describes Middle Weight pugilist McCoy suffering extreme nervous debility with sleep difficulties and restlessness. It notes friction with Colorado Athletic Club officials, a delayed event, and McCoy’s move to Melloy's in Platte Canon seeking rest while floods hinder fishing plans.
News item reports Saurav Newman near death while Bishop appears to be sinking. Nevada July story notes 500 men out of work at coal mines with 700 more affected. Deputies guard premises as mining operators bar strikers and refuse union recognition. Grocery fire damages Walter Frazeur's store at 917 Kunsee Avenue for about 400 dollars.
A deadly crash near lysis Nebraska claimed five lives including Victor and Ten Babson. The team they drove with was not found until a search party, previously told not to look, located the bodies today. Authorities identified Bent Tins as among the deceased and continue investigations into the wreckage and cause.
The first bit of Tripler liquid air reached Chicago after a day of demonstrations at the university club. H H McClure of the McClure Company carried the sample on a Westbound trip to test preservation under the Pregent system. A cherry froze in the liquid, a lighted match sparked a blaze, and the remaining portion vanished when poured on a plate. Plans include future lectures and a potential plant within a year, possibly in Chicago.
In Topeka the Fourth of July celebration at Garfield Park will feature Marshall's band performing all day with three concerts. The program includes The Filipino opera by the Modocs, a balloon ascent, bicycle and foot races, and a full afternoon lineup of marches songs and patriotic pieces. A fireworks display closes the day with many residents planning trips to Kansas City.
Justice Walter S. Cox of the District of Columbia Supreme Court today tendered his resignation to the president. He has served on the bench for over 31 years and cites his age, 72, as a factor in his decision. Cox presided over the trial of Guiteau, Garfield’s assassin.
Altoona claims James Billings of Brookville contracts with a New York millinery firm to supply crow furs at 25 cents each. He launches an incubator using crow eyes to hatch the birds with a method to maximize head capture at minimal cost. About 195 crows are ready to be hatched within 15 days with promises of further growth.
July 3 report from Tandon describes Mentmore House of Rosebery struck by lightning. The Duke of Westminster's stallion Orr and the yearling son of General Or narrowly escaped death as the stable roof was hit. Neither horse was injured.
Miss Rachel of Hicka arrested last week on charge of forging and uttering notes purporting to be drafted for Helen M Gould and endorsed by Edwin Gould. Proceeds were to fund a woman’s college in Denver. Doctors report emotional instability and she has been committed to Butler Hospital.
In Hiramond Virginia on July 1, State Senator Wr. Flannagan, Powhattan County commonwealth siterney, was shot and killed at the Powhatan court house by W. G. Pilkinson. The fatal shooting followed a quarrel over the recent canvass for the U S senate by direct vote.
Judge Hazen set aside the guilty verdict for James Richardson, a Palace Clothing porter, and granted a new trial amid doubts about his guilt. Richardson, trusted by the firm, faced a charge of stealing 15 from a house where he boarded, with a crsp game noted before the disappearance.
Indiana Powder company and rival powder trust clash in Clinton with miners split. Trust price at 125 dollars per keg, a 60 cent cut from coal company rates. Operators urge miners to switch, threaten actions against trust customers as the feud escalates and could widen beyond Clinton.
Des Moines on July 3 Judge Ackerman found manager Ackerman of a hard worn 1 cent store guilty of treating his help cruelly. He was fined 70 and ordered to provide 21 stools for the staff. The decision marks a win for the Humane Society and women protecting workers. Ackerman may appeal.
Albany July 2 Attorney General Davies plans a test of the amended antitrust law within a fortnight signaling focus on the coal trust. The note warns of price hikes for stove coal planned July and October to push top-notch figures, reflecting a prosperous but controversial trust.
Seattle July 3 A.C. Jackson proposes a bold Arctic voyage starting from Alaska with three ships provisioned for five years, drifting to the pole and back using copper telephonic line. Plan includes reindeer cargo and telecommunication to guide return. Also reports a youth train wreck case in Shamokin and a receiver appointment for Bloomington building society.
A stipulation in the Jackson divorce case assigns all household furnishings and $10 cash to Ada Jackson and dissolves the alimony and restraining order motions. A separate suit by Lena Helle Jackson widow of David Jackson seeks damages for his death in the Yeoman case, led by attorney R. T. Hetrick.
Washington reports recounts that Admiral Schley will remain in Brooklyn and Aguillas Schles will guest of honor on the Fourth, while the cruiser Kiretson was diverted to the Adriatic squadron before the Newport July celebration. A census supervisor for eastern South Dakota, David Williams of Webster, has been appointed.
Market report fragment lists assorted items and names in garbled OCR style. It mentions wigs, prices, and brands with unclear context, including references to sellers or vendors and scattered product terms. The readable content is sparse and lacks a coherent event or clear entities to anchor a full summary.
Readable lines describe lambs and other stock at a Kansas City market with brief notes on bidders and prices. The text mentions the market and typical livestock terms but is garbled and partial.
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