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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1898
Page
3
Reports from Tabor Cite indicate most Kansas mills produce adulterated flour with output focused on supplying the adulterated product. Details describe mill practices, weights, and shipments as part of a state inquiry, noting effects on pricing and policy, plus accompanying investigations and public concern.
The report notes Governor Leedy moving to appoint Fr W Karr to the Dodge City Soldiers' Home board and mentions the state treasury's year end balance of 33454448 with income from taxes and various disbursements. It references specific figures from the treasurer's office and lists several state offices and payments including auditor fees and irrigation commissions.
Dover junior United States Senator Richard Hollin Kenner faces a federal indictment for aiding and abetting William Moses in a bank theft totaling 107000 dollars. Prosecutors present witnesses detailing forged checks and stock schemes tied to Kenner and associates. The courtroom drew a large crowd, and a key accountant testified about bank funds used in stock trades. The judge adjourned pending ruling on admission of testimony.
The fourth expedition to the Philippines sails July 17 under Major General Gus Willsil with Brigadier General Hughes and other staff officers. Troops from City of Rig and Flagship arrive Honolulu. ships City of Pekin Sydney and Australia expected August 5, with Seventh California heading to Manila if plans hold. Ninety horses and 120 mules sail on Tacoma. several officers and soldiers suffer illnesses and are moved to hospitals. A separate report notes the school schooner Red Join captured with crew held for Burlington, Wisconsin.
Washington July 1 Ex Senator Conger of Miphlaan died yesterday afternoon at Ocean City Ma after a long career in public life. The brief notice notes his service and the public impact of his career. A second item mentions a headache remedy and train schedules for the Omaha Exposition with Santa Fe Route details and in-rail amenities.
Santa Fe defends agent N B Larson amid blame for a Melvern wreck while urging more switches at Quenemo. Public sentiment backs Larson, citing his courtesy and efficiency as investigation suggests no crew fault. Also, report highlights the Cleveland cylinder locomotive innovation boosting speed, efficiency, and fuel savings across Canadian and American railroading.
Dodge City July 12 The Santa Fe adds a new aide track four miles west of town at the Mitchell Place. Keeler boys of Garden City spearhead the work with a large crew. A five to six mile spacing plan aims to speed westbound freight by allowing trains to run farther before reverse moves, reducing delays at Howell. The siding name is not yet chosen.
Railroad commissioners will investigate the Lincoln Center Salina Lincoln Oakley Union Pacific branch on July 12. Petitions from Salina businessmen claim poor service and cite business impact. The commission plans to tour towns July 26 to gather facts and determine remedy with the railroad company.
The Rock Island road extension to Jacksbers Texas is complete to Vineyard a distance of thirteen miles with a new station opened this week. An accommodation train will operate from Bridgeport to the Hes station on the extension. George H. Waggoner is appointed agent and operator. When finished the line will run thirty miles into cotton country.
A Honolulu reader recalls the arrival of five thousand American troops on a Manila-bound transport, their warm welcome by Hawaiians, bands, and a city-wide celebration. The writer notes Honolulu’s hospitality, civic honors, and generous public goodwill including free services and gifts, while praising Hawaii’s support for the American cause and the soldiers’ morale-boosting reception.
A fragmented historic letter critiques U S plans to annex Hawaii, arguing against territorial admission. It discusses public services, mourning, and national identity while debating political shifts in the House and Senate, urging caution and broader support for annexation’s consequences.
Washington reports the bureau of statistics shows the most remarkable export year, led by wheat, corn, and mineral oils. Cotton, oil, and beef export values fell per unit, while wheat and flour exports reached record volumes and high values, with wheat totaling over 21 million bushels and flour exports valued at about $212.6 million.
Washington reports fair weather for Kansas tonight and Wednesday with warmer temperatures in the southern portion. Light southerly winds are noted.
Kansas City July 12 Judge Alden declares the recent Kansas Legislature act delaying the recording and enforcement of mort gages unconstitutional. The decision in David H Moore of Ohio v CS Mendenhall et al holds that liens on property created before the law cannot be voided or weakened by retroactive recording requirements. The ruling says the legislature cannot invalidate contracts already entered into by forcing these penalties on pre enactment mortgages.
Topeka did not play yesterday in Wichita as the bloomer ball team crossed Dats and hale pins with Mc Clokky's Giants and Topeka rested on the bench. The series will finish today and tomorrow with Harlan a Wichita amateur pickup for Topeka and Weimer returning after being slawed. Salina plays here the last three days of this week.
In New York on July 12 Owen Ziegler of Philadelphia fought Billy Ernest of Hrookiys at the Greater New York Athletic Club for a twenty five round bout. Ernest went down in the seventeenth round after a spirited contest.
The bout between Ziegler and Ernest ended in the seventeenth round when Referee Alex Brown stopped the fight after a clash in close quarters. Ziegler had the better moments early, while Ernest delivered several uppercuts. the referee halted the match following a protested warning from Ziegler.
New York July 12 James J Corbett and Jil Mc Coy have agreed on terms for a twenty five round match to be staged at Buffalo on August 27. The purse is set at 20000 dollars with a street probable. Mc Coy's representative provisional accepted Corbett’s stipulations that if Belle Imbertare wins the latter is to take the end of the purse.
Atchison defeated Salina again as Chamberlaby limited Salina after the second inning. Salina was blanked for the rest of the game while Atehison and Randolph led the offense with key hits.
Beauchamp, formerly a ball player and manager and umpire, was arrested in Atchison on July 12 for violating the prohibitory statute by keeping his place of business open on Sunday. He faces charges connected to operating on the Sabbath.
In a chaotic ledger of baseball scores from New York and other cities, the National League shows New York 105 defeating St Louis 4, Philadelphia 8 over Cleveland, and Pillaiurs 3 over Brooklyn 2 while Chacinnat and Washington Lois post 1.
In the Western League Columbus, St Joseph, St Paul, Milwaukee, Detroit, Minneapolis and others faced a slate of remarkatiye games. Milwaukee beat St Paul, and Kansas City edged Columbus in eleven innings while St Joe fell to the Hoosiers in extra time.
London July 14 High Court of Justice hears D Arcy Lambton versus Florence Sproule alleging involvement of a co respondent connected to Buffal Bill. The proceedings touch on a Buffal Bill showman circle and a Durham family name, with dates and factions referenced in scattered fashion. In Falls City Moss a separate July 12 report notes a payroll or spindle figure and an ongoing arrest exodus since July 3, details unclear.
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