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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1898
Page
6
A jumble of notices details literary contests at Biatrison school with prizes and a June 15 deadline. It also mentions a public convention, a South Africa exhibit, and runaways, arrests, and asylum transports in a chaotic single-page digest.
A stream of complaints aims at George H. Evans as Ex Secretary Edwards and Dawes and Mayor Yellows prepare separate libel complaints in the district court. Proceedings face possible delays with no warrant yet issued. officials discuss attempts to settle, while Evans seeks to avoid trial over state contract accusations from the Abe Merrill administration.
A June state convention of the tidie of the road Eoupuliste opened with Middie delegates from Doe Moines and Ottumwa. Temporary Chairman Morris presided and offered an address touching the Cremarcasian creed and a prospect of compensation or reward in the context of the gathering.
The Fanita steamer, Captain Waters, arrived half empty from New York with provisions for a vessel at Great Inagua. It is suspected to be transporting arms and soldiers to aid in Cuba, amid accusations from the Spanish consul and reports of Cuban cadres in San Domingo awaiting return to battle.
Convention Hall Harrisburg June 2 The only real contest for the ticket was Col William A. Stone in the field with Wanamaker and Quay backing. Wanamaker the leading anti Quay figure, Stone aligned with Sen Quay, waning on first ballot as Quay signaled Stone’s selection.
Jefferson City dispatch transcribes William Jennings Bryan's reply to Governor Stephens regarding offering him the colonelcy of a Missouri regiment. The letter discusses potential combined Missouri and Nebraska contingents, possible battalion additions, and expectations that the full regiment may be accepted. Bryan expresses thanks and regards to Stephens and his family.
At Camp Alger Virginia on July 2 the Twenty second Kansas reports its measles cases are dwindling with one new patient sent to hospital. surgeons expect this may be the last case. Milk is plentiful as officials control sale, and a local joke about tuberculous cows adds a lighter note.
John P. Johnson longtime Kansas surveyor and former legislator died at his Highland residence Wednesday morning at an advanced age. He helped establish the Sixth Principal Meridian marking Kansas Nebraska boundary and westward surveys. A Harvard graduate and former Harvard attendee, Johnson left a widow and wide kin, with land holdings reported in multiple states totaling fifty to seventy five thousand acres. Funeral set for Saturday in Highland.
Ex-champion cyclist Arthur Zimmerman, hailed as world king, lies near death in a Mexican fever at a friend’s home. He had just returned from Mexico City where he raced successfully before falling ill, delaying any return to track racing this season and possibly ending his career.
Dr William Taylor of 14 Chandler Wheel is confined to Santa Fe Hospital after a mountain ride accident near Santa Fe. His horse stumbled, pinning him beneath. He was found unconscious, transported to Topeka by Santa Fe train, examined, and though severely injured, authorities deem the injury not dangerous and expect recovery.
Captain B L Snow resigns from Company K of the Twenty first Kansas and comes to Topeka to push recruitment of colored troops under Governor Leedy. He notes prior support, aims for a colonel or major role, and reports Kansas volunteers drilling hard at Chickamauga with soldiers satisfied with camp life.
Washington June 2 Dre general officers and state officers of the Non-pardian mane natural Christian Temperance union issue a circular to pre and allies stressing quarantine against drink. They urge strong measures in colleges and communities to shield against intoxication and to build a principle against alcohol.
June 2 Peoria minot delegates attended the prohibition state convention closing this morning. A 400 chairmen and secretaries conference yielded practical suggestions. The state executive committee was appointed led by Oliver W. Stewart with Alonzo E. Wilson and Daniel HR Sheen among members. Willard memorial service featured remarks by Mrs. Sarah Sheen and other officials.
Washington reports the House approved the urgent deficiency bill carrying funds for military purposes. The weather note records a 54 degree shade temperature on Kanens Avenue with a forecast of cooler conditions later.
The president sent multiple nominations to the senate today across naval and war departments. Promotions include Captains Wildes Gridley Coghlan Dyer Lamberton and Commodores Walker Wood, with justice appointments and Interior nominees. Several officers in the Volunteer Signal Corps receive promotions to captain first lieutenant and second lieutenant along with appointments as Indian agents and assistants.
Taylor Riddle, Populist state central committee chairman, urged A. A. Hand of Santa Fe to issue passes to Populists equal to Republicans. Mr. Hand replied that neither Republican nor Populist delegates would receive passes, and all would be treated alike.
Harrisburg June 2 4 p m A L Shields presents Wanamaker letter to the Republican state convention withdrawing as a candidate. Wanamaker asks delegates to vote for Charles W Stone. Votes cast for governor Stone 198 C W Stone 162 not voting 2 WA absent or.
The funeral of Auditor J C OConnor of the Rio Grande and El Paso railroad is at the residence of W A Snyder 1117 Monroe Street with burial in Topeka cemetery. Mrs Sophia J Grice 58 died of cancer at 412 West Sixth Street and will be buried Friday in Overbrook. The State Sheriffs association meets in Topeka this afternoon at the coroner's office in the courthouse building with about 35 sheriffs attending. Jot M Callum of Chase County is president and H B Bell of Ford County is secretary. Chicago and Northwestern directors report after a June 2 meeting show gross earnings and a net income of 5 929 2 as a per cent on preferred and 7 per cent on common stock with surplus and increases in car miles and net facilities. Some men work in the vineyard while others work on the finished product.
Market report from Smigago dated June 2 covers Wheat prices with notes on price declines and foreign market influences, followed by Corn Oats and Provisions movements and pork demand. It includes Timothy, live stock receipts for cattle and sheep, and hogs with price ranges and shipment counts.
New York money market notes demand and bond market moves as Rock Island marks a 78 percent dividend, raised to 10 percent, boosting investor sentiment. Analysts expect further dividend-driven gains. grain futures show mixed signals with wheat and corn receipts and supply estimates varying by region.
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