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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1898
Page
5
A fragmented listing of ladies' seamless and ribbed stockings and hose with descriptions like double sole spliced heel and extended sole. Prices include 25 to 95 cents per pair, with notes on finishes, colors brown green oxblood, and various sizes and styles from Gordon Dye and Gordon Gotten.
Dispatches describe price controls and anti monopoly measures amid Philippine conflict tensions. Notes on Manila food prices, military movements, and colonial officials reflect ongoing resistance and provisions debates as allied forces respond to local resistance.
A chaotic report details a California connection with a corrupt company tied to governors, distributors, and distilleries. It notes uniforms stripped, relocations, and a push to consolidate control through new combines. A hospital tent from the Chesapeake & Ohio line is shipped to aid patients in Kentucky, with hospital trains expected tomorrow.
The Hon Winston Churchill spoke in Leicester condemning Spain as an evil spectacle and praising American effort. He claimed Bouly’s actions were wrong and lauded Spanish courage while urging support for America and opposing a new republican regime for Spain.
Halifax minds brim with interest as government inquiry into the Im Bourgogne wreck begins in Halifax on Thursday. Captain W A Brithta heads the probe from the wreck commission for Canada and survivors face possible arrest as dramatic testimony unfolds.
In Mer cer county Danville Kye July Richard Vo tan of Washington county shot four persons at a meeting Sunday night. He was shot and killed instantly today by Sherrit of Vurtain after his victims, two women among them, were found dead or dying.
Social items describe a Monday evening event at Mr. and Mrs. James A. Troutman home in Potwin with Witt & Blonko and several local residents in attendance. The Pleasant Hour Club is introduced with its meeting place and weekly schedule, including a Friday afternoon gathering and coincedent activities. The piece notes a picnic supper hosted by Abr. and Mrs. Charles Adams and a charity to pair guests for supper, concluding with general social chatter and games.
Miss Emman Issacs hosted a Friday evening gathering with many friends. Guests included Mrs. Jessie Cox, Miss Soule Foudwin, Miss Crina Tutte, Miss Suse Tuttie, and several others. Attendance featured travels and visits, with many planning trips to Chicago, Omaha, and northern resorts, alongside local calls and a San Francisco Marine mission note. The item also mentions the Omaha Exposition train and Watson's care for horses and buggies.
A new music house, The Topeka Mus Company, has bought stock and fixtures of the C F Adams Music Pavilion at 3 West Sheth Street from F G Smith. It is formed by three Holton wealthiest citizens including C D Logan who will manage the Topeka store, P Cuan and W B Brown. The firm plans a large stock of pianos from Steinway andBradbury, organs, and other instruments, with emphasis on popular pianos of the day. Logans’ brother and partners in lumberyards are involved, and Holmes and Hedge Brown also tie in with Morton Lumber. D. Tan will relocate from Holton to Topeka to operate the new venture.
A ruined report claims Bob Semple, once chief clerk at Bask Commission, died in Libbey Prison after serving as a Populist figure in the Civil War era. The War Department has no record confirming his death or later reassignment, leaving the case shrouded in mystery.
Mare Island Navy Yard reports crui ser Philadelphia loaded with supplies and coal and prepared for immediate commissioning. Bennington also near full coal, while orders suggest departure soon. News of annexation and routes to convey official notices referenced.
A Chicago Record dispatch reports from Manila Bay dated July 4 that General Anderson s troops have landed in the Philippines and are quartered in Cavite barracks preparing for action against Spain. Manila is not expected to be attacked until General Green arrives. The current force is deemed sufficient to guard Cavite and Mariloa. Spaniards cut Manila water works, but rains mitigate the shortage. San Juan del Monte has fallen to American capture. Governor Marvin remains a Cavite prisoner rather than risk execution in Manila. Warships in the bay display Fourth of July colors as a military review proceeds at Cavite.
On June 29 Robert Smith a Meriden dr uceist and merchant was arrested for violation of the prohibitory law amid a raid on a whiskey operation. Justice Childs denied a warrant and Smith contested the habeas corpus writ in chambers. a lumber of officials supported Smith, noting his prominence as operator of a large candy company and dealer with a liquor stash.
The Tealina government has ordered the thin class cruisers to proceed to the Philippine station. The action signals a shift in regional naval deployment as authorities tighten defenses in the area.
The Rev. Robert F. Coyle pastor of the First Presbyterian Church has received a call to lead the Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City, one of the nation’s leading ecclesiastical institutions, marking a major career move for a noted pulpit orator.
Dr Countermine pastor of the First Presbyterian church will preach The Lawyer and the Gospel Sunday evening. He sent a letter to about twenty lawyers asking if they are professing Christians and, if not, their reasons. Seventeen responses have been received.
A report from Kansas City states Jehison Jay R Ophelia Simpson, identified as Orrian McAferty, was arrested on a serious charge after a chaotic incident described as Himet talking. She appeared in court this morning, with speculation about her past employment as a bookkeeper for the American Citizen and unclear associations. Police Chief Sellars vowed swift action against street walkers.
A deed filed June 27 in Atchison’s register of deeds, involving Simon Hors of New York and Gilmer Chipp of Boston, conveys to Central Branch Union the Fat? to the firm’s domain. The document, if post July 1, would have faced revenue stamp duties. the case references Carron Oakes Ames as plaintiffs and the Central Branch company as defendant in a chancery proceeding led by J P Dillon.
Tule Zeph Dix of Herington, recently released from fall serving, was accused of stealing chickens and calves from a widow. Calves found in his possession led to a surrender, with Dix claiming the stock was taken by mistake.
City jail changes aim to improve work flow with removal of an old telephone box and no new box to be added south of the jailer’s deck. A new doorway will cut through the partition wall from the front desk to the second room. Interior paint and repairs are planned with talks of rewiring and lighting upgrades.
Pink Porstoy and Nels Robinson, two colored men who assisted as volunteers for state recruiting officers, were refused by U S Army recruiters who declared them Jointists. Robinson was released from the city jail and Pursiey from the county jail where a Gree served GBI sentences for liquor dealing. Summer tourist tickets to Colorado and return for 24 dollars are on sale daily to September 25 by the Santa Fe Route.
Daily snippets report about Kansas residents visiting relatives in Kansas City and Wichita, travel to Parkslow and Topeka. Mentions include Charles Hoyt, Arthur Small recovering from fever, Miss Eda Putnam, Charles Morse visiting parents, Wile Freeman visiting his grandmother, A H L Vance returning to Troy, Mrs F A By, Fred Joseph visiting Goodnoe family, Mrs Sarah Seymour visiting Wo West, Miss M net Sherhan from Chicago, Mr and Mrs KB McMasters and Lou Dell MeMasters visiting Scotton farm, and local fishing and mosquitos on the river trip.
Hawaiian commissioners to govern the islands will not be appointed until after Congress adjourns. Recess appointments may serve immediately but await confirmation when Congress reconvenes. Other deferred posts include the International Canadian commission and the non Partisan industrial commission. Electric fans to keep you cool are added to Santa Fe Route dining cars.
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