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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1898
Page
2
Washington June. U S manufacturers close fiscal year with record gains surpassing 1888 imports. exports of manufactured goods expected to exceed imports for the first time. Strong increases shown in machinery, hardware, iron and steel products, and chemicals amid broad industrial expansion.
New Brunswick reports Old Ephraim Soden of Spottswood wandered four days in a swamp near his home. Delirious and disfigured, he was rescued but soon died. His boy, swollen and scarred, helped carry him to safety as Bemis tended to his wounds. The tragedy followed an expedition to nearby marshes.
A New York actress named Barah Neville killed herself on a Saturday, with poverty and failed theatrical engagements cited as contributing causes. The case involved police and a court appearance planned for this morning, with letters found to press and Marian Manafeld. The Actors Fund site and several addresses are noted in connection with the events.
A fragmented text hints at an artist speaker named SARAH asking to be spoken of only as an artist as life nears end. A dated August letter from H mentions Pat, and references Drventee at a company where Bransfield was a star. the scene hints at a troubled season and personal turmoil.
Indiana readers learn that DePauw University faces a persistent annual deficit of about 15,000 dollars. Alumni and Methodist supporters unite to reorganize endowment and funding to relieve current expenses and await future bequests, amid a debate over the institution’s renamed status and historical identity.
The missive from an Indian Wars officer aboard a battleship near Cardenas describes ongoing blockades off Morane and Santiago, plans to head to Key West, and hopes for promotion. He notes ships tricking Spanish vessels, the fleet’s attempts to sever cables, and the aim to take Havana by siege if necessary, while stressing patience during the current peaceful policy.
The United States Weather Bureau weekly bulletin notes variable Kansas weather. Central counties report heaviest rains and storms, delaying corn, while wheat is generally headed. alfalfa cutting begins in northern areas and hay markets show activity. Rust affecting some districts and pasture conditions are mixed across divisions, with overall crop progress uneven yet salvageable.
Dispatches report Cavite church garrison still holding while Imus falls to rebels. Insurgents outline attacks, capture prisoners including officers, and threaten Manila with a widening campaign. Foreign residents flee as Admiral Dewey liaises with powers. Manila Railway disrupted, traffic halted amid looming assault.
The Monadnock, a double turreted monitor, is being prepared for sale to Manila within ten days and will be accompanied by another merchant ship for the voyage. Built for power, it carries 10 inch and 4 inch guns, with 250 tons of coal, enabling longer cruises though insufficient to reach the Philippines solo. Admiral Dewey will command protective monitors in Manila harbor against potential Spanish fleet action.
San Francisco reports the California Red Cross Society has $39,120 pledged. Thirteen thousand bandages have been prepared for Manila and seven thousand more will be ready before the next expedition sails. Women statewide rally support and Orange boxes arrive from southern and central counties. The Sam Yup Chinese society contributes $112. Oakland Red Cross urges purchase of a hospital ship for Manila at an estimated $200,000, hoping national approval will follow.
New York authors describe a 400 foot steel tower with a 190 foot high seesaw carrying passengers. Inventor Imre Kiralfy seeks park approval for a Central Park site, promising a restaurant and panoramic view from the top amid a towering public spectacle.
A late 19th century-tinged report notes a sharp drop in crime across New York since the Spanish American War began. Police, courts, and district attorney offices report fewer cases, swifter trials, and cleaner streets with fewer robberies and disorderly acts. It contrasts fierce war coverage with calmer urban crime news.
A party led by David Starr Jordan of Stanford sails from San Francisco for Flexstad Arizona to establish a base for archaeological work in the Grand Canon of the Colorado and the Enchanted Mesa. They plan extensive explorations of surrounding country and sites.
New York June announcements show West Shore and Nickel Plate railroads reducing second class fare from this city to Chicago to 5 dollars, down from 69.75. The move aligns with a broader Western passenger rate war led by Vanderbilt lines amid a Canadian Pacific rate battle.
Missouri Pacific trains will stop at Porset Park station as usual. Ticket agent EB Nipps of Topeka notes one fare for the round trip from June 1st to June 1st.
The note lists telephone contact 371 and mentions travel through Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo via Santa Fe route. It highlights Pullman palace sleepers and free reclining chair cars, with no other wine runs through these points.
In Washington June two resolutions by Representative McGuire of California call for information on government actions toward the Central Pacific and Western Pacific railroads and the Kansas Pacific. They allege failure to protect the government lien and seek status on foreclosure delays and possible redefinition of the railroads. The Kansas Pacific claim cites a loss of £ 5.70 in lien history and asks for the sale details.
Justice Lawrence in New York signed orders dissolving Arkell Publishing Company and Judge Publishing Company. Enel Blumenstell named referee and Greenax receiver with bonds listed. Barrnett Arkell named receiver in separate dissolution proceeding. Liabilities amount to over unspecified totals.
June unrest in Belfast escalates as police clash with rioters on Simak Hill road. Civilians were shot, nationalist forces attacked a group of Grane men, and a hurricane of scrap iron weapons followed. Military deployment was ordered as streets cleared with club use amid fears of renewed disturbances.
Topeka council discusses street improvements on Madison street and Morse street, approves funds for sidewalks and paving, endorses plans and estimates, and notes petitions from residents for grading curbing and paving. Reports on police, treasurer, and other city offices presented. legal questions about a key alley referenced.
The city council discussed ordinance 1061 authorizing warrants to John Ritchie for sidewalks built in 1898. It read in sections and passed final with ten ayes. Other ordinances on license taxes, street railways, and money appropriation were read, debated, and approved by motion, with rule suspensions used and votes recorded.
A vintage ad extols a drink substitute for cocoa or coffee, promoted as tasty, disease‑preventing and healthful for children and adults. It notes price around four cents per cup and mentions an accommodation train schedule with Watson's Livery services at 7th and Van Buren.
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