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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1898
Page
3
A chaotic report describes Topeka and Atchison ending in a 6 to 6 draw after a ball game described as opening one ball. The piece mentions Govelock and a planned game with Wichita Theratsy at Athletic Park plus players Krueser Tolley and McGreery, with Topeka seeking a win in today’s match.
Baseball results from the National League include Washington 2 Phildelphia 4, Brooklyn 4, Boston 2, Chicago 7, Cleveland 0, Cincinnati-Providence postponed. Other listed games show Milwaukee 0 Detroit 7 and Minneapolis Saint Paul 1 with ongoing games and two inseparable matches planned today.
A fragmentary Alaska coastal scene notes Dora arriving with several Valdes passengers and cargo. High water hindered mining progress this season. A scow adrift near Cook's Inlet entrance carried lumber and a load unknown. No damage reported to people aboard.
Union Pacific branches to be sold next month as railroad restructuring moves forward. Wesley Merritt named freight agent for Santa Fe in Chanute. Buchanan honored for repelling robbers. Local committee chaired by C. Teller prepares Tonver convention activities, with city and chamber support, mountain-excursion entertainment, and efforts to boost attendance and exhibitor display space. Rooms arranged at Stineies hotel at special rates for attendees.
The Santa Fe railroad last night ran a test northward with a load of 802 tons to assess the power of their new engines. Industry figures doubt the engine’s ability to haul such weight to Ban Marcial, recalling past cautions about overburdened locomotives.
Santa Fe claim agent R. E. Buchanan received a gold watch and chain from Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe President Col. L. J. Polk for gallant actions against train robbers on train No. 4 at Fort Worth junction. Polk sent a presentation letter dated June 10, 1898, expressing cordial appreciation for Buchanan's bravery during the night assault.
Kansas City July 26 acceptance of the Kansas City Leavenworth Rapid Transit franchise by Wyandotte county commissioners was filed yesterday by HG Pert president and C H Chapin secretary. The line will be electric and handle freight and passenger service. Work must begin within six months, authorities say, and timing remains uncertain.
Union Pacific advances an advertising stroke by running miniature trains at Omaha fares, detailing stations like Columbus and Cheyenne. The sale of three former branch lines, Kramey & Black Hills, Orman & Republican Valley, and Uniton Pacific Lincoln & Colorado, is set for a near term foreclosure. A reorganization may have them rejoined, while San Marcial is noted as a graveyard for engines deemed obsolete.
The Santa Fe division of the Rio Grande shows winded divisions work efficiently on light leads and nearly level country, allowing them to perform as well as the better engines on that terminal section.
Denver Times reports HB Whaley a book agent from Topeka faced Justice Hunt for forcibly detaining and threatening Mrs Jennie Hearne a widow who had worked for him. Hearne collected books valued at 50 dollars and moved them to her attorney while Whaley had her arrested for burglary. she was exonerated and Whaley was ordered to pay costs.
A fragment from a Topeka dispatch notes tension between colored soldiers and townspeople at a fair and hotel fronts. It describes colored girls preferring soldiers, town men feeling slighted, and warnings of potential trouble if soldiers become too bold around local women.
Chet of Police Strauss says six Jalutiste suspects are arrested with strong evidence. He pledges a targeted crackdown to avoid mass damage lawsuits and public backlash. He warns against wholesale raids, aiming instead to clean up known dens without triggering widespread unrest.
A special from Austin reports Governor Culberson protesting to the war department over the First and Second Texas regiments remaining in camp at Miami Florida. He cites alleged unsanitary conditions causing illnesses and deaths among soldiers. It is understood Alabama and another state may pursue a similar action.
The Navy Department seeks bids to construct four harbor defense monitors under naval appropriation. Bids open Saturday October 1. The plan shows a smaller tonnage and lighter battery than ideal, yet officers expect a serviceable Milibor defense vessel. The item includes miscellaneous advice and a medical ad segment amid fragmented text.
For Kansas generally fair tonight and Wednesday variable winds mostly southwesterly Whitmore Broa Barbers 785 Kaa av.
Special Correspondent notes the First Army corps parade and inspection near Kelly Field with the Eighth Massachusetts, Twelfth New York, and Twenty-first Kansas. Describes marching gear, morale, discipline, and exchanges with workers and locals, plus casualties, medical staff, and regimental welfare efforts.
Spearheading Topeka expansion Crosby Brothers announce a new two story brick front building 150 by 35 feet on Jackson Street. The bridge will connect to the Kansas avenue store adding 10 500 square feet and enlarging every department. Construction begins next week with occupancy planned for fall making Crosby Brothers the largest store in Kansas.
Madrid correspondent reports an American lady identified as Miss Jesuse Schley, daughter of Charles Schley of Milwaukee and cousin to Commodore Schley, faces expulsion after attempting to confer with the queen regent and Senor Busgrasta about a planned interview with the president. Her trip, deemed unnecessary by authorities, may end with her departure at the earliest moment.
An early advert touts Buckien's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chafing corns and eruptions with a promise of complete satisfaction or no charge. It mentions Derbox Formule by Swift and Holligay and notes collars and costs launched by Peerless Steam Laundry.
The report describes Spanish use of African prisoners at Ceuta as forced labor to haul dirt bricks and repair fortifications. Drivers lash prisoners to pull loads and work under harsh discipline, with no payment promised for their labor.
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