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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1898
Page
5
LUTES PETERSON Sit Kansas Avenue advertises cabinet Mantello photos with two card site photos for 45 to 50 cents. The notice promises best quality under new lighting and claims special prices for ten days starting July 2 through July 3. The shop touts two photo sessions and a limited time cabinet Mantello service.
The War Department examines Shafter's army with aim to restore health and prevent disease spread. Officials discuss securing supplies and evaluating nursing care as new developments are awaited before deciding on further actions.
In Bridgeton a long struggle ends with a receiver appointed for the Cumberland Well and Tron Company. About 500000 dollars and personal estates of chief officers are involved led by former Mayor Sohn Swalley who becomes receiver, with Chester J. Burk and Robert Buck among officers named.
Fragmented OCR reports casualties from Camp Merritt and Seventh California and related units. Names misread but indicate private deaths at Pretinpsic and Presidio cemetery, with several soldiers sent to hospitals for injuries. The Seventh California and Company G, Eighteenth, are noted in connection with the Monday hospitalizations and burials.
In Emporia, Juks-Joe Ball, a Sand Peas teamster, collapsed and died from apoplexy on End Way. Coroner De Boylan ruled death due to apoplexy. The report notes a German Baron and other names amid unclear context.
Fragmentary and garbledOCR text discusses a governor named Adama Denver denying something. It mentions quotes, the president, and unclear offers from other states and companies and battalions related to a supposed decision.
Community leaders and residents debate whether the carnival parade and masquerade ball should occur in the afternoon or evening. Arguments include lighting, attendance, and safety concerns, with many favoring evening events to avoid heat and rowdy behavior. The Journal notes the plan has serious faults regardless of timing.
Topeka items note a parade pride, railway track repairs near the transfer station, and a resident committed to a state asylum. The column mentions vacation plans for Rev A M Reynolds, preaching by Dr Countermine, and local political clashes over county commissioner nomination. Community notices reference lawn fetes, social gatherings, and upcoming performances at Crawford theater and Santa Fe events.
The Gray County Institute began here with a procession featuring Prof Yonne from the Nasty schools and Prof Hamilton from Lingvad schools as the county superintendent Mrs Barton takes leave and Mrs BE Miller steps in.
The Young People's Christian Union of the United Presbyterian Church of North America plans a gathering in Saratoga New York on August 24 Ticketing guidance provided by Santa Fe Route offers money saving round trips with return extension options The notice also advertises a local laundry service highlighting colored shirts waists and color guarantees Peerless Steam Laundry.
A warrant was issued for W. A. Shepard in Seattle for obtaining money under false pretenses. The case involves forged orders and a claim of deception toward Estes' wife. Proceedings were continued to August 15 with time granted for attorneys to prepare arguments. Witness J. M Padgett testified about revenue stamp refusals by Toneke Express employees.
A dispatch from Skunshal reports Li Howl, ruler of Kores, seeks to abdicate and seek asylum at the British consulate in Seoul. The British envoy Hunt Weommak declines to receive him.
Train schedule note shows The Rock Island Flyer leaving Topeka at 7:20 AM for Kansas City arriving around 4:15 PM, with a return trip from Kansas City at 7:10 AM to Topeka. The fragment indicates times and destinations but lacks full clarity on dates or additional details.
Social and personal notes from Topeka recount visits by Joab Mulvane’s family and others, with many trips to Chicago, Lincoln, Omaha, and Kansas City. Dates include upcoming parties, outings, and birthdays, as residents and guests mingle at shops, lakes, and social events.
San Francisco July 23 freight traffic manager William Sproule of the Southern Pacific company reports a fruit crop shortage this year. Deciduous fruit shipments exceed last year by about 3 percent, with about 4900 carloads expected compared to 4000 a year ago. Shortages are mainly in pears peaches and apricots while prune and fig shipments may rise.
A report notes a man named Simuel Baughman possibly joined the volunteer armor in company A of the Twenty-first Kansas. County Superintendent J W Stowe writes Captain Newton to identify him. Halihen left his business, with family seeking reasons for a sudden travel without word, from Hogevule to Topeka.
Names And small notices from North Topeka describe Arthur Cullum’s trip to Chay county and various visits. Mrs. Ranson of Kansas City stays with Mrs. W.H. Hubiles. Miss Emma Strickrott will visit Marys for a week. church ladies plan a secret social at the A. J. Berry farm. Mrs. J Skinner and daughters travel to visit relatives. Harry Statey and daughter Marie return from Chicago after weeks here. Several residents move, travel, or return, with ongoing minor events and a fall at 12T West Gordon Street.
Independence Kansas July 26 A B Clark prominent criminal lawyer shot by W Hershberger afternoon on end of principle business streets. Shot fired from twenty five caliber revolver aimed at heart. Ball hit left arm shattered, will be amputated. Hershberger had threatened Clark and his wife, was jailed for threats, but pardoned by Governor Leedy. Indignation and strong guard presence follow.
A wave of cattle in Elisworth Kansas and nearby counties is going blind. The illness appears contagious, first noted in one pasture and spreading to adjacent herds within a week, with cattle in neighboring pastures showing the same symptoms. The report cites widespread livestock affliction as of July 26.
The Union Pacific offers direct trains to Denver Salt Lake City San Francisco and Portland with unmatched service to main Western points. Features include Pullman Palace cars and depots at St Louis and other key cities with ticket agents and prompt laundry services on short order without extra charge.
Washington July week end details the United States casualties from the battle of Santiago. The report lists 24 officers and 208 enlisted men killed or wounded, with 0 officers and 1,201 enlisted men missing. Spanish prisoners were not reported. It breaks down losses by division, brigade, and regiment across the First and Second Divisions and the Cavalry divisions, naming specific units and casualties.
Police fined Julius Antoine five hundred dollars and sentenced him to jail for zero days in lieu upon completion of a maintenance course for nuisance at 216 Kansas Avenue where liquor was sold. The place drew crowds to drink and was described as notorious. An appeal bond was filed and the case moves to district court. Two other offenders arrested the same day face trial later this week.
Philips burs near Kan July oh Frank Spanky lost three horses and a colt from his pasture two horses returned with throats cut one found five miles away. No trace of the other horses. A German ship with Prince Henry of Prussia aboard was said to sail for Pusan Corea yesterday.
Karnival Knights select Breuer of Hawaii as queen candidate after a debate on time. John Water affirms Cate’s fitness for Imboty and assigns executive roles, with a plan for an old fashioned show at Garrell Park to raise carnival funds. Paul Torrington to lead future entertainments. next meeting set for Friday at the Commercial club room.
Mr Reichenbach receives a long letter from Admiral Stubert Milligan of the US steamship Oresem. The note recalls Annapolis days, Civil War service, and a voyage around Cape Horn. It notes Oreon kept pace with Cristobal Colon and describes a sailor’s cap band reading E Ore zon.
The aged mother of Congressman Wt Vincent died last Friday after years of illness and was buried Sunday. She helped plan the day and supported a large family. Vincent, long active in Sammars est, died after protracted ag und pi and severe illness, with mobility limited to a wheelchair. She was widely esteemed and cared for by many who knew her.
Record of property transfers from the register noting multiple deeds. Transfers include Irene E Wade et al to George W Hung for 125 and north half of 140 North Street, plus others: Maginn to B Merriam. J Wonderoth to same. K 15 Mery Gritten in CG Clumps. Richie 5B. McAfee and wife to H C Bow for 168 and a half of Boras add Mineral Water.
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