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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1899
Page
4
A garbled Topeka State Journal fragment reproduces scattered items on finance, law, and politics. It references court cases and federal involvement in railroad and telegraph issues, with stray notes on global events in Havana and the Philippines, plus assorted commentary columns and social musings.
The readable portions describe a fading identity and a restless narrator, with reflections on aging and worth. It mentions a reunion, a wife, and guests at Spargy, weaving a scene of social gathering and personal tension amid unclear provenance. Entities are implied but not clearly identified.
The readable text shows incoherent remarks about shattering social norms and discomfort in domestic life. It hints at themes of marriage, money, and display in a parlor setting, but concrete names, places, or dates are absent. The passage reads like an excerpt from a larger dialogue about status and propriety.
A skeptical, patchwork meditation questions whether politicians act with consistency and duty, probing if voters tolerate evasions and if societal norms like fashion, war, and public duty should align with higher ethics. It notes sensationalized laundry technology as a light aside.
June 2 report from Havand says General Gomez is gravely weak after an asthma attack that led to an acute coma. He remains at Quinta La Los Molinos with doctors denying access to close friends as his condition tests his endurance and may be worsened by heartache.
From Wilder Metcalf the Twentieth Kansas soldier writes of wounds, hospital stays, and harsh camp life in Manila. He recalls battles, camaraderie, and a claim of near danger, while praising the regiment and noting humor amid hardship. Letters also mention travel promos and rail fare notices for a June travel season.
A garbled sale notice advertises Mogers triple plated knives and a Solarine pulsh surface for table use. It claims best quality and silver stripping capability, mentioning Kansas Avenue and Canopeka Cycle Co in a fragmented listing of entities and locations.
A waterspout struck R. J. Woods’s farm seven miles southwest of Abilene on Tuesday, washing away soil from about 20 acres and piling dirt five feet high in a road. Heavy hail damaged corn and wheat while Minnd Creek overflowed, flooding approaches to a bridge and backing up near stored wheat.
John Wo Blake was arrested in Medicine Lodge on Wednesday for assaulting a daughter under 16 claimed to be under promise of marriage. The accused, whose real name is Daniel W Edwards, wa s taken to jail after pleading not guilty. He had been married since 1895 and has a wife and two daughters near Reno Oklahoma. The case links to a prior theft and a separate court witness controversy, with defense alleging motive to obtain a reward from the Live Stock association.
The monthly comparative statement shows total receipts to date at 31,000 and expenditures near 24,000 for May. A surplus of 4,272 is recorded for the period with year over year comparisons noted. Receipts from the east are listed and the eleven month totals are given, with adjustments against last year’s figures.
Congressman Dolliver of Iowa delivers the commencement oration on The Nation of America to a large crowd. The trustees raise funds for an electric lit hall and deed land for a new Methodist church building on campus. President Marlin takes a two month leave, Georgiana Reed resigns as art teacher, and teaching positions in art and history are reassigned. Mrs. Porter elected preceptress and English teacher.
Substantial improvements planned for Mankato include a $20,000 waterworks system, a $10,000 jail and residence, and a connected telephone exchange linking Mankato with Burr Oak and nearby towns. Private developments feature a two story stone business block by H Rea and ongoing construction by A Honay, owner of the Mankato Hotel.
The Advocate notes plans for exclusive use of a furniture store frontage with trimmed plate glass and a bright front. I. H Bishop is building a modern residence while Dr. A B Peters finishes a brick office. All improvements began after waterworks bonds were approved.
Joseph Schia Davgh has returned from Oklahoma with plans to establish a Mennonite colony seven miles from Oklahoma City. He aims to bring several families from Kansas North Dakota Minnesota Nebraska and eastern states within one to two weeks. Reno county Mennonites consider joining while most locals stay to maintain existing farms and relations.
Prairie Dog Trust reports a tight supply with small dealers debating price rises. Competition has cut profits as water scarcity hampers trapping efforts, driving concerns over losses if prices do not advance. The season for a proper catch is ending without action.
Reno County old settlers plan a large celebration with exhibits from farmers and mechanics at Riverside Park auditorium. A new feature will attract interest as relics from early Reno County days are displayed. A M Switzen serves as president and W T Marshall as secretary.
Mankato June 2 marriage of Tra W. White brother of H B White of Jewell county to Miss Misty Mechem sister of ex State Senator HoMechem was solemnized at bride’s parents home. The bride, a well known school teacher, taught in Hill City Mankato and nearby. White is a Jewell county farmer.
At Gluck's Opera House last night, high school graduates Lena Summersby Poatt Trenlwork and Chas Beimei spoke to a large audience. Rev J Cram gave the baccalaureate address as diplomas were presented by John H Churchill. Local deaths reported include Mrs Helen Hammel of Laredo who died yesterday by her own hand, with suspected domestic trouble.
Real estate transfers involve several parcels on Kansas Avenue and Tyler Street in Mitchie’s addition transferred among multiple parties with prices from 100 to 500 dollars. A separate note details a $200,000 life insurance trust established to aid aged residents of Akkrum Holland, to fund a residence and dormitories with cottages and gardens, managed by American trustees.
The Union Pacific offers a reduced rate of 28.85 to Portland and Puget Sound points, plus Helena Montana and Utah destinations, Salt Lake City, with details via F A Lewis city ticket agent or J C Fulton depot agent. For the National Baptist Societies Anniversary in Portland June 15, 1899, one fare plus 2.00 for round trip.
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