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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1899
Page
8
A fragment notes the scarcity of baking powder and its impact on practicality and economy. The line hints at comparing available substitutes and the value of baking powder in kitchen tasks, suggesting a historical context of limited pantry supplies.
The opening session of the Greatest convention of Modern Woodmen of America began in Kansas City with 11,000 members in town and more arriving by train. Bryan to speak, parade with bands Thursday, and opening contests plus a Willian J. Bragan address expected. visitors estimated near 74,000 amid carnival decorations as officers contest for top posts.
A proposed agricultural combination, headquartered in Philadelphia and backed by the Farmers Protection association, is reviving in Indiana. Local granges in Sullivan county and Vigo county are forming committees to cooperate with other farmers to hold wheat and grains indefinitely, enabling the group to dictate cereal prices to speculators. The plan has been in development for two to three years and could formalize within six months.
An old styled advert copy touts Stomach Bitters as an engine for digestion. It warns that a poorly functioning stomach leads to widespread bodily trouble and posits improved digestion strengthens the brain and nerves.
The Marble Palace of the late A. T. Stewart on Fifth Avenue at Thirty-fourth Street is due to pass from Stewart heirs after June inquiries. The Manhattan Club will vacate for new Madison Avenue quarters, with bids around 1.5 million dollars in play and a possible razing for a new project.
A clipped multi-city dispatch reports Henderson gaining support from New York Ohio Indiana and Pennsylvania. Meetings and telegraphs show solid backing for Henderson with many delegations pledging to vote for him while others cancel gatherings as momentum shifts.
Col. R. F. Mattox head of Mattox Rucker & Co. died in Atlanta on June 6 from paralysis. A prominent southern financier for years, he was a member of the Capital City club and a Confederate veteran.
Cairo reports six cases total with 14 Sufferers in Alexandria, two dead. Four cases have been cured. Four new cases were reported yesterday, while more cases elsewhere remain unconfirmed.
Paris June 6 Count Hon De Castel lane writes to Echo De Paris denying papers' claim that the Countess Anna Gould of New York led the Jeannesse rou liste at the Auteulle demonstration Sunday. He says his wife does not belong to the clubs and did not leave her seat, from which she could not see the events.
In Wabash Indiana Samuel T Markley is sued for damages by Abram and Mrs Studebaker of Elwood and Vera Cruz alleging he poisoned his wife's affections causing a separation. The case seeks one thousand dollars from the Studebaker family as compensation amid claims of wealth and prominence.
Col Stotsenburg reports the Manila Waterworks capture with Dr Young of Utah battery killed and mutilated. Nebraskans collapse an insurgent trench, burying seventeen. London reports Westhy Richards freed for insufficient evidence. Three McKeaver college girls drown near Lebanos Iowa after attempting rescue at Silver Creek.
June article notes Brigadier General Charles King arriving in San Francisco from the Philippines and being honorably discharged effective August 2. Also mentions Joe Corbett to wed Elizabeth Mahoney in San Francisco. Local ads reference Kansas City round trip fare, engraved wedding invitations, and Adams Bros., 711 Kansas Avenue.
North Topeka officials consider relocating the Salvation Army Hospital after a health board report cites nuisance concerns from nearby residents. The board finds current sanitary conditions acceptable but criticizes staff turnover and untrained help. A move is recommended and council committees take up the issue.
The North Topeka sewer project was awarded last night by the city council to Black & Laird of Des Moines for 43,522.75, under bids trimmed from 44,123. The firm promises work starting July 1, pending time to finish, as right of way still must be secured. A 40 foot land strip along Fairehiid street from Kansas to the river was condemned, with James Gillett Fred Miller and S. Brazier named as appraisers.
City council discussion centers on a Topeka crematory proposal to burn municipal refuse and dead animals for about $120 less annually than current burial costs. Councilman Benson pushes committee review while detractors clash, adjournment ends the heated session.
Council discusses buying seven city directories for fire stations and offices. Burgess objects to excess while Houndtree argues each department and building needs a copy, including the city clerk police station and attorney. The motion passes to provide three directories for key city locations.
A direct bid of 40000 for the present city building was submitted by C. W. Jewell and Peter McVicar. The bid requires abstract and clear title, with the sale and auditorium plans left for later discussion. It was referred to the public buildings committee for a report next Monday evening, and approval remains uncertain.
Street Commissioner Snyder plans to hire a lawn mower to maintain city park lawns in the future. Councilman Burgess urged action, noting the need to keep lawns in good condition in the small parks and moved authorization to purchase a mower, a motion that passed.
A Burgess introduced resolution directs city engineer and street commissioner to build raised crossings across Van Buren on Sixth Ave and Fourth St. Rain turns Van Buren into a torrent. Earlier a crossing was added on Fifth St. The city will pave Taylor St intersections and alleys with Tenth Ave south of Bethany college grounds after judiciary committee consultation with City Attorney Bird.
City council adopts measures to pave Taylor and Tenth avenue intersections and adjacent alleys near Bethany College. Budget and tax remittance conditions discussed, with additional pavements ordered for Buchanan Street and Thirteenth Street. Police and street-walk improvements noted, plus site bid for auditorium and new sidewalk petition pending protest.
In Sioux Falls, Boone Danisi, 21, serving a life term for murder, killed himself after attempting to cast guard Lew Bull from a gallery. Burns helped overpower him. the prisoner shattered his iron cell and tried to slash his wrists before stabbing himself, dying shortly after.
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