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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1898
Page
3
A railroad page notes a growing collection of 100 antiquated pistols and guns. Reports claim Southern Pacific profits rose by 4 million, with England's underground electric line cited. The piece references Dr TP Kester and a diverse array of historical weapons from revolutions and wars, plus plans to expand the display for public interest.
A garbled report describes a chaotic scene where a group clashes near a rail site, with references to a “brig,” an alarming eruption, and tensions over control of a location. The fragmentary text mentions attempts to calm activists, authority figures, and possible arrests, but many names and precise events are obscured.
Announcement that the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe and related lines extend the time system to cover the Cinll Celorady and Santa Fe routes. The plan requires conductors, enginemen, yardmasters, and inspectors to carry standard watches with maximum 40 second variation. Full extension across the system will unify time and improve passenger welfare and employee protection.
W G Anderson a Memphis brakeman formerly with the Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis yards was arrested in Kansas City on a whites taking part in the remains of Willam Blakely a fellow worker fatally shot by a railroad man. Authorities say Anderson collected money and valuables then fled to Ok rN Btonday before returning and being jailed. Police say the arrest warrant cites embezzlement and theft of funds meant for cremation and funeral expenses.
A note details Rett Jiy 2 and Robert Terres in a Union Marine setting involving a cat named Gumpert. The tale follows tracking efforts to recover the pet, with references to Enid and area locals. The fragment hints at a community inquiry and a write up about the sea side event.
Receiver Frank Trumtents of the Atlantic Pacific Denver and Gulf line writes Gov. Adis, Colorado’s state board chair, urging a higher assessment of railroad property. He argues railways bear inequitable tax loads and demand reforms, noting the burden on open Colorado assets in recent years and suggesting current levies are lax.
The record discusses mining wealth, limited tax outcomes, and railway influence in Colorado. It notes Union Pacific Denver Gulf paying significant taxes, compares mine valuations to state earnings, and argues railroads drive prosperity and university funding while facing rate scrutiny. The remarks emphasize transportation and mineral wealth interconnected with taxation and public institutions.
English capitalists raise funds to build a new electric railway from Finsbury Park to Camden Town. The Great Northern & City Railway plans a three mile twin tunnel route under London to connect with Moorgate The tunnel diameter 16 feet electric trains of eleven cars each carrying about 500 passengers will complete the journey in twelve minutes. The Great Northern Railway will receive passenger use rights and city terminus upkeep payments.
Charles A Van Cleve died in a train collision near Emporia Kansas City on July 1. He held a 3000 policy with Union Casualty and Insurance Co of St Louis, favoring Mamie Van Cleve, who claimed to be his wife. The f ary was not his wife. the real wife remains disputed as legal action determines entitlement to the money.
A groupe of Newton engineers Merity Forrester Goodwin Brown Pranklant ington Walter Sstingers spent a day fishing at Classen elit ard. They boasted an excellent catch as they left to drive away with the haul. En route they paused at a creek to gather bait, leaving Brown in charge of the supplies and overturning a wagon in Otinplig on the ground.
San Francisco July 6 The financial report of the Southern Pacific companys year shows a large rise in profits over the previous year. The last 12 months were the most prosperous in the history of the company, with earnings boosted by the Pacific system operations. Gains occurred across the system though a few units reported slower recovery and some losses. Entrance to Kansas City Assured The Kansas City Southern line controlled by Port Arthur and Hillwell interests will be used for a joint project with St Joseph & Grand Island to build ten miles of track from near Smithville to near Gower Missouri on the St Joseph & St Louis railway. This will connect the St Joseph & Grand Span to Kansas City and give the Port Arthur road access to St Joseph. Construction begins immediately and is to be completed within 901 days.
A switchman, 26 year old, was hit while near the Santa Fe railroad. He had not returned from the hospital in Uhielig where he was treated. The dining cars are equipped with electric.
Secretary of State Bush tightens nomination rules, demanding full sworn petitions for all tickets and affidavits of signature genuineness. Osborne County faces tax arrears, with 27 211 owed for prior years, and bonds bought by the state school fund totaling 2 208, while districts like No.16 Allen and No.69 Coffey are listed among indebted counties.
The conflict over train runs and division structure at Santa Fe Pacific has been resolved to satisfaction. Two divisions were lengthened and the center division removed while pay remained unchanged. crews accepted the settlement as fair. At the Topeka Poultry Fanciers meeting, M D Marks was elected secretary succeeding HJ Whittlesey.
City Marshal T A Strauss announces new police uniforms including dark blue coats with brass buttons bearing Police and a light gray helmet. The force will include patrolmen and a patrol driver with numbered badges up to 24, replacing old insignia. The Hub Clothing company secured the contract and rules governing conduct are issued, with discharge for stepping on a bent.
Topeka Auditorium association directors approved modified plans for a city park auditorium. Architect Stanton reduced costs to about 23 500 dollars while preserving seating and stage, cutting front details and unnecessary rooms. A committee including Heigham Menninger and Billard will work with the city engineer and council on ordinance changes.
Baseball brief reports contests in progress with Atchison and Topeka opening a three game series at Athletic Park. Mentions of future games, scattered scores, and other league items appear with partial team names and dates. Fire devastation near Bakersfield and Kern City area noted with property loss and insured amounts.
City council approves a sweeping licensing ordinance taxing premium stamp sales at 3900 yearly while penalizing counterfeit and bankrupt exchanges at 2000 per year. Itinerant sellers face 100 daily fees. circuses pay 100 daily. merchants oppose the plan as an effort to drive the business out of Topeka.
The Topeka Board of Education met to address contracts for new school deals amid budget constraints. Desks valued at 1000 were ordered to be sold, with 140 circulars sent and no bids yet. Desks to be installed in classrooms, an offer of 1400 for one of the late items under consideration.
A series of new vitascope views at Crawforn this week features war related material. Scenes include a view of a battleship at sea and Rough Riders with their horses, plus a transport landing near Cuba at Tampa. Short musical numbers and comic bits fill the program. Admission is 10 cents, children 5 cents on Saturday matinee.
President McKinley issues a proclamation urging the people to offer thanks to Almighty God for naval and military victories at Manila Bay and Santiago de Cuba. He calls for national prayers for safe conduct of servicemen and restoration of peace, expressing sorrow for sufferers and hope for restored security.
San Francisco July 7 The fourth Manila expedition appears set to depart by mid next week though command may fall to Major Sanford C Kellore of the Fourth United States Cavalry Two transports carry at most 1900 men and the fleet of at least four vessels probably under Gen Miller will include four volunteer regiments and several battalions Otis may accompany the fifth expedition The source also mentions a Holton case appeal and weather notes for Kansas with local rain in places and a forecast of fair Friday.
Washington July 1 annexation of Hawaii moves forward as Senate approves resolutions 42 to 21. Debate spanned hours with amendments rejected. final roll call showed strong annexationist support and a plan for rapid action, aligning with House measures before any treaty ratification.
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