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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1899
Page
1
A brief item notes that the levy need not wait for availability within a month, signaling readiness to act sooner. It emphasizes prompt funding or policy change without waiting for the official levy to be ready. The piece cites local governance urgency and potential early adoption by authorities.
Executive Council announces improvement of Capitol sanitation and office reorganization. Officials discuss removing filth and exhaust from the motor and engine area near the senate chamber, with immediate work after July 1 and rapid interior upgrades. Governor Stanley and council members critique neglect, pledge to finish uncompleted building improvements and address library and archive needs while surveying the state capitol corridors.
The state capitol will undergo interior improvements starting after the fiscal year ends June 2. The state treasurer Grimes and auditor Cole will head a committee to oversee office changes, with the secretary and academy of science pursuing new spaces and a herbarium project underway. The council plans an official meeting Monday to finalize proposals, while criticism targets grounds cleanliness on the upper floors.
Washington June The new Spanish minister Ibve de Arcos presented his credentials to the president today. He called at the State Department about a quarter before noon with Senor Rano and Pastor. They were received by Secretary May in the diplomatic room and then went to the White House. Secretary May gave the minister the post of honor in his carriage, followed by two secretaries in the minister's carriage.
A soldier writes from Mantle Hays regimental unit praising Percy Barchfeld for potential sergeant advancement in company H for bravery. Harsh field actions across the Haghag river with Funston and four others are noted, with April 36 dispatch promotions and corporal Claude H. Spurnick also promoted for bravery. Both sergeants Burshfield and Spurlock are Kansas City natives who served in company Bustna and Carneval, respectively.
In Hong Kong Admiral Dewey shows improving health and remains at the Peak hotel retreating from social invitations. He intends to sail to Lew PuSius then visit England on his homeward journey, with stops at Gibraltar and New York. Arrival is targeted for early October after a leisurely voyage.
The United States Weather Bureau warns of severe storms tonight across parts of the Midwest including northeastern Kansas northern Missouri northwest Illinois and southwest Wisconsin with favorable conditions recorded for intensifying weather activity.
Walter McClain, jailed on robbery charges, is suspected in a shoe theft at Pennington’s store. A customer brought shoes found to Pennington, who identified them as four pairs stolen a week earlier. Police traced the items to McClain through Spalding, who had them repaired unaware of the theft.
Uniontown Pa June 3 3rs Minerva Monaghan was murdered in her Jefferson street home shortly after midnight while protecting her daughter Mrs Gertrude McCoogan from Councilman McCormick a blind man who had pursued Mrs McCoogan. He stabbed Monaghan and mortally wounded her mother who tried to aid her. McCormick later restrained. he was arrested at Binhowe Sirs. McCoogan was not detained and the witness was held.
C C Gilliam a fruit farmer near Calhoun bluffs on the Meriden road was struck by lightning at 3 o clock Friday afternoon. The bolt tore his shoes from his feet and left him barefoot in the house. He survived with burns to his feet and ears, and no other serious injuries. Neighbors and lodge members helped him after the shock, and he brought what remained of his shoes to Topeka to illustrate his narrow escape.
Mrs Stanley wife of the Governor misplaced her pocketbook Thursday in Wichita at Pherence. Value listed includes ten dollars and other items. Governor Stanley has offered ten pounds as reward to the Santa Fe agent at Florence for the return of the property. No word has been received yet.
The Exchange State Bank of Doug lase Fuller county is incorporated with a capital stack of 100. The charter has been issued by the farm board and the bank will soon commence business. Directors listed include J. H. Brandon Blow DLP Blood L. N. Blood Erickson John Vind Ed Witkison.
June weather outlook for Chicago predicts generally fair tonight and Sunday with earlier thunderstorms in the eastern portion this afternoon. Cooler temperatures expected toward the west, with brisk westerly winds shaping the weekend.
West holds Sumner County commissioners cannot divert funds from the revenue fund to build a jailer's residence funded by a tax surplus. The 40 000 surplus, raised via delinquent taxes, cannot be redirected from county expenses. Therefore the jail project costing about 20.01 million cannot proceed under law.
Vienna reports the death of Johann Strauss born in Vienna in 1825. He showed early musical talent and was appointed music director of the court balls by the emperor. He toured Europe, later arriving in the United States in 1832 to conduct an orchestra of 1000, and published over 400 dance pieces and four operettas, earning the title The Waltz King.
Joseph W Inyarr a former weigh master sues Johnson Brinkman Commission Co and AD Johnson and Koehn in Wyandotte County for 22000 in two suits alleging injuries from a fall when stepping over a rope at a Rochester elevator on a sidetrack. The case moved from state to federal court, with the Missouri corporation seeking federal jurisdiction.
Plans are being prepared for a new Cromby Brothers Niele building at the current Jackwon street site. The structure will connect to the present store via a bridge over the alley, with an entrance on Jackson Avenue. Occupancy is expected within a month with a cost around 315.00 and aimed at providing additional room.
Superintendent Prask Neilson announced most institutes will open Monday with about one third starting later in the season. The program outlines a two series structure for the season with initial sessions beginning next week.
Cyrus Levant predicted Henderson of Iowa as virtually elected to the next National House of Representatives as Hopkins of Tilmonts had not withdrawn. Leland claims Sherman of York could contest, but the Kansas delegation speakerless. Ohio’s action was decisive, while robbers raided a train express car. five thieves dragged loot from the safe as dynamite exploded, then vanished into darkness after two hours.
The Philippines commerce commission hosted a brilliant Manila ball to foster American native ties. Guests included General Otis and other American officers, plus wealthy locals. The residence overlooked the harbor, grounds manicured, and the house adorned with American colors. The evening featured American and Filipino dances and a display of simple attire rather than native regalia.
The report notes Ohio’s delegation likely to favor the west, giving Henderson a strong advantage and leaving Sherman with little chance. It also describes Kansas’ timing in backing a candidate, Curtis’ possible actions, and other political alignments amid speakership contests and global events in the Philippines and southern Luzon.
W G Bruce mail clerk arrives in Ogden Utah recounts two hour raid on the U P train near Oeten. Robbers blew open a car with dynamite after Bruce refused to open it. Clerks and trainmen lined up and guarded. pursed demand for express messenger Brnvet Woodcock to open his car.
London marks a royal birthday with the Trooping of the Colour in a parade led by the Prince of Wales and attended by the Duke and Duchess of Connaught Cambridge York and other royals. The event draws diplomats and American visitors including Ambassador Choate as Grenadier Cold Stream and Scots Guards march past to massed bands. A prison guard at Dora Leavenworth reports a death at the federal prison as a separate notice.
The court rendered a verdict in favor of revision of the Dreyfus case and ordered a new court martial to sit at Rennes, eighty miles from Nantes, for the prisoner's trial. Crowds gathered as Justice was declared, with calm afterward. The decision questioned whether Dreyfus aided a foreign agent or acted to facilitate hostility in war with France.
A storm hit Pratt with heavy rain and strong winds risking damage to the Santa Fe roundhouse. A man named Junge Warm Nu perfume injuries were reported amid the tumult and debris from the weather event.
Near to lynching incident in Wheeling on June 3 halted by mayor and police. Non union strait car men with seven girls aboard were attacked. several injured. Mayor and force prevented further demonstrations. Mass meeting held at the opera. Nevilie addresses by W. D. Mahon of Detroit and Stewart Reid of Toledo discuss union matters.
The state house debate centers on delaying funds for the Parsons Insane Asylum project while investigations on selection and voting for the public works continue. Officials acknowledge the budgeted money exists but demands scrutiny of warrants and political influence in the procurement. The governor and committee members face accusations of using money to secure votes amid broader controversy about the institution’s location and backing.
The Shawnee camp team has engaged a 3-piece band for the trip to Kansas City next Tuesday to compete for the $500 prize. The Topeka and Sunflower teams have also earned strong showings in previous Kansas City contests.
The American steamer St Louis under Captain Mamdie ran aground near Calshot Castle in rough water. It was expected to dislodge with the next tide as it had been scheduled to sail from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg.
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