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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1898
Page
2
Kansas City reports on a scam selling “luke cream” makeup allegedly from milk and cream not pure. A local tester finds skim milk with oil added to fool assays, threatening public health as suspects exploit dairy names to swindle consumers.
London reports on the royal family of Pugland and the British powers, noting annual costs of around 5 million dollars. It cites the queen's income, Irish lord lieutenant, Prince of Wales, and president of Pranet, framing the spending amid a vast national debt and comparisons to other nations.
Washington July 14 The war department contemplates new camps farther north and has invited bids from reading railroads to transport troops from Chickamauga and Camp Alger to sites near Newport News and New York City. Newport News and New York offer extended terminals and good harbors for embarkation. Dissatisfaction with Camp Alger may prompt moving troops to near Newport News, shaping future expeditions.
Absorbed Paris Green poisons a farmer after using Paris Green on potato beds. The patient was treated at Alex Deuthers hospital and recovered enough to leave for city care. Doctors report accidental poisoning by improper use of Paris Green on potato crops. Union Pacific provides connections to Denver Salt Lake City San Francisco and Portland. For ticket info contact city ticket agents.
Wellington July 14 James Lawrence as Blorney for O B Taylor of Leavenworth won a major suit in Winfield overturning a tax deed for 2 00 and affecting Geuda Springs bath house and nearby residences. The case traced mis recorded mortgages and unnoted stipulations in Mitchell and Taylor deeds, leading to foreclosure decisions, tax sales, and a final verdict barring all claimants except Taylor. The decision risks loss of homes if no appeal is filed and the bath house property may be sold to satisfy the judgment.
The scene unfolds with traveling men and a bishop joining a late night draw game in a quiet room. A porter, awakened at midnight, faces a request for bets while the travelers seek entertainment in a weary overland journey.
Joseph Holmes was arrested today on a charge of bigamy in South Bend at the Inn. The claimant, 44 Eelya Times of Mariotti, says he married her eighteen years ago and has tried to desert her for sixteen years. The case follows a persistent pursuit over months as Holmes is accused of being married twice since deserting his first wife.
The Tulaseven team returned from Wickita after dropping two of three, with a 10 point Wickita win favoring the visitors. Tonight Topeka hosts a three game set opener, while Toombs struggles as Gert Ws tries to steady the lineup amid uncertain net play.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference rain in New York and mentions regions including Bait Shires and Pitisbare. No clear event, date, or authoritative details present.
Three soldiers wounded at Santiago are transported from Kansas City to Fort Leavenworth. Lt Hamilton, Twenty first Kansas, travels to Ellsworth after a short leave. Brennan, Donnelly, and Smith describe injuries from shell fragments and Mauser bullets. Donnelly and Smith recount engaging Spaniards under a truce flag.
In the house of assembly of Dominica the offer of Joseph Chamberlain to make Dominica a crown colony was debated. An amendment by the anti crown colony party claimed the government seeks to deceive inhabitants and proposed asking Britain to barter Dominica to the United States or another nation. The revolution was adopted amid protests and public excitement.
A July fire at the Racine Muljeabie and Wrought Iron company gutted a three story building. At least several workers died or were seriously injured while others escaped. two hundred workers may lose their jobs. Names identified include John Keefe and Gus Kapfekt with others unconfirmed. The blaze began in the varnish room and smoke trapped floor three workers as windows pleaded for help.
In Van Buren Arkansas on July 4 City Marshal Joe Mutrie fatally shot William Allison amid a long feud. Spectator John Sellers collapsed and died after raising a hand in salute. Allison’s grandmother Ira cried out God have mercy and fainted, shocking the town with a triple fatality.
Funeral services over the ashes of Captain Charles V Gridley were held yesterday afternoon. The urn was placed in Lakeside cemetery and ceremonies ended at sunset. Business was suspended in Erie and the cortege stretched about a mile. An estimated 50,000 witnessed the interment.
Georgs Hoole of Argentine sustained a skull fracture yesterday when a grindstone shattered while he sharpened a knife at Woolman's cutlery, striking his forehead. He was taken to the German Hospital. Portugal braces for potential republican movement as Lisbon prepares measures against disturbances in Spain. D. van Aken & Co. win contract to build locks and a short railroad to Santiago de Cuba to move American troops. Round trip Santa Fe rail and boat fare to Buffalo advertised at 28 dollars with July 11 and 12 sale dates.
Atlanta July report notes the average age of volunteers enlisting for the defense. North and west volunteers passing through Atlanta are described as very young, with Georgia volunteers also youthful. The piece praises swift experience gain and noble American youth answering the call in wartime.
Washington reports Erastus Preston of the coast and geodetic survey outlines Pearl harbor as a future American city setup near a narrow reef entrance. He cites Pearl harbor as a prime shipping point, with a peninsula site, potential docking lands, and a railroad link to Honolulu, forecasting a growth rivaling Honolulu once access improves.
J A Manley, a former Bloomfield resident now aboard the auxiliary cruiser Badger, reports the sinking of a Spanish blockade runner in the Bight of Havara. The vessel, pursued by multiple craft including the Lookout and the Hawk, was set ablaze and abandoned after heavy gunfire and apparent ammunition aboard. Several explosions occurred as the privateer burned, with sailors observing the engagement from Morty Castle lights and noting other small craft encounters and activities aboard the Badger.
Louisville native Charles D. Jacob Jr. of the First Cavalry died July 4 at Fort McPherson while trying to carry wounded First Sergeant Barry from exposure to Spanish fire near Bon Juan, El Caney. Jacob, son of former Louisville mayor Charles D. Jacob, is buried near El Caney.
An official dispatch from Madrid reports two rebel chiefs killed as American assault ashore near Havana stalls. It notes American reinforcements expected by mid July and a renewed attack from the north. Casualties include several insurgents and Spaniards across Luzon-like fronts, with renewed bombardment and American withdrawal after repulse at Punta.
Tampa reports ten vessels in port loaded swiftly including Iroquois Cherokee Mohawk Wanderer Stillwater Mississippi Morgan Gussie Miter Whitney. Neach sails for Santiago with three cavalry troops heavy artillery battery a engineer corps and Red Cross nurses. London notes US embassy to treat American subscriptions for sick and wounded via American Red Cross.
In Wyandotte county Demo crate and Populists opposed to Congressman Peters plan an active campaign next November. Hundreds of Populists and Democrats will refuse support, with some bolting the ticket. Leaders include S. S. King and R. J. Mackey who claim the ability to defeat Peters.
Honolulu reports the island government signed with the Scrymser company to lay a cable from the American coast to Honolulu and Japan. The route runs San Diego to Honolulu and then to Japan with the latter leg exclusive. Work to start within six months of signing pending secretary of state approval. The contract allows US protection if the agreement harms American interests.
Testimony describes United State Senator Kenney involved with Willian Boggs, a bank teller who defrauded the First National Bank of Dover. The defense papers reveal plans to conceal misconduct using bank funds, with accounts of checks deposited and cash withdrawals tied to the senator. The narrative cites conversations and alleged arrangements to hide the scheme, including asset transfers and stock dealings in Bay State Gas.
Jerry Woodward of Detroit won the mile open amateur event during yesterday’s well attended program. The two thirds mile triplet was captured by FL D McKean of Greenfield Lee Mo of Denver and P N Hetchey of Pablo. In professional events Dan Dougherty of Bt Tous took the open division with Liewsan and Wing among top finishers. Prank Wing finished third in another event.
A fragmentary account tells of a man named Johi Duver in Phusdelphid describing a dreadful condition with yellow skin sunk eyes and fading strength. He claims recovery followed a friend’s ad for “electric Bitters” after three weeks, noting prior illness and a perilous battle at Swit Hoitanys store.
In Fort Beott Kansas a 4 percent poll tax faced strong resistance as workers refused to pay and sought substitutes or labor in lieu. Ex police commissioner J. C. Toil was arrested, and the loyalty of the tax was sent to the supreme court. City officials insisted on four days of labor or payment, challenging the legality of exemptions.
Stockton reports rising wealth in Rooks County with high farm values and strong earnings, while homes remain scarce. Farmers anticipate harvest this week as threshing starts, and large attendance is expected at forthcoming fairs and gatherings. The text notes increased money in the county and ongoing agricultural activity across wheat and small state crops.
Chicago July M. Dr F Henjanin Andrews president of Brown University was last night elected superintendent of Chicago schools by the board of education. Mr Andrews ends atx for Albert G Lane, the present superintendent, it is understood that Mr Andrews will accept.
A local controversy questions whether ministers have stamped marriage certificates as required by law. The Revenue Office reports few stamped certificates filed since July, threatening a special inquiry to enforce ministerial compliance and ensure proper revenue stamps are affixed to licenses and records.
A wheat field owned by William Fair of Sturgeon City was destroyed by a fire fed by sparks from a nearby threshing operation. The blaze swept through the stubble and consumed about twenty acres, with investigators tracing the cause to sparks from Hutchinson and Southern equipment.
The Denver & Rio Grande Railroad advertises tours through the Rocky Mountains and Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico. It promotes through tickets via the Ogden Gate route with stops at Cripple Creek, Utah, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and more, plus illustrated pamphlets from Denver Colorado.
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