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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1900
Page
8
Reports from the Babuyan group describe volcanic activity resuming after years of quiet. Steam and gas billow from the crater as a sulfurous odor and tremors alert observers near Font and Charleston, with the eruption prompting cautious nearby evacuation considerations.
Topeka woman Mrs Frank Bieringer, formerly of Denver, was severely injured when a streetcar struck near a shopping district. She suffered crushed bones and other injuries, was hospitalized, and reported to be improving. by day’s end her condition was cautiously hopeful.
The reorganized Central Branch railway company bought 18000 acres of land offered for sale at Atchison court house by receivers of the Missouri Pacific. The sale aimed to protect property interests and the railroad’s claims. No intent to invalidate the sale is stated, and the buyers seek to preserve title against any claims.
A brief notice lists changes to a tour plan titled Ideal Summer Tours. It mentions The Weal route for Rus Douster, and renaming of Jar states Wer Mesiniain and Seunhury. Also notes copies of Beamer Kieteen, Fiaarint Mrarataee, Sloe Passer and cotter Jackson.
In Scranton on Tuesday the Marvin mine strike spread to Leggetts Creek Dixon and Von Storch mines. About 2,500 workers are affected as drivers earn 1.20 and runners 1.60 a day, with a 10 cent cut in Marvin wages prompting demands for higher pay. The stoppage could spread to neighboring Delaware Lackawanna and Western mines in the district.
Princeton reports Grover Cleveland says Mr Benedict has a right to speak but his views have no bearing on him. He claims no strong interest in politics at the moment and notes no time when he has paid less attention to politics. He also says the New York Democratic convention endorsement of Bryan does not concern him.
Bad storms south of Wichita damaged wheat across counties. Wheat fields were destroyed in several areas including Kes and nearby towns. Apple Water at Pond Creek was blown down and a mill burned in the same event.
Captain J By Seeblen commander of the Puget Sound station has been granted a leave of absence due to ill health. He has been in hospital in Seattle for over two weeks and will be succeeded by Captain Dyer from the Boston navy yard.
Local ads from Topeka merchants promote deep discounts on watches and jewelry to clear stock at Jayin’s and a carpet and furniture house. Also notice a WCTU Flower Mission Day at First M E church inviting attendees to donate flowers for distribution and a warning about never knowing when an accident may occur.
A wealth of social activity in Topeka centers on a Thursday afternoon event at the Noble residence on Harrison street hosted by Mrs. George M Noble, Mrs. Little Teed Halley, and Mrs. Walter Thomas. Guests enjoyed a palatial porch, teas, orchestral music by Watsons, and floral decor, followed by a formal dining room display of yellow and green. Additional gatherings include a First Presbyterian church reception for Dr. and Mrs. Z. b. Countermine, Mrs. A. Hi. Rated’s thimble party, and numerous visits and travel plans among Topeka residents, with many anticipating summer trips and engagements across several dates.
Vice President Barr will forward today an agreement from Chicago describing the land purchase and shop construction by the Santa Fe in a formal contract with the Commercial Club. General Mudge, returning from Chicago, said the big locomotive shop is likely to be built next year at a cost of about 7200.00, with the were craft shop likely the only new building this year.
Washington reports Secretary Root approved a plan for Major General Otis to be welcomed in Rochester June 15. A model camp will be built near Rochester with troops from Washington and various forts set to march in the parade. Several batteries and Fifteenth infantry companies will join, under Colonel Howard Moale, with cost limited to transport and provisioning.
Report from national Democratic headquarters notes James K. Jukes will reach Chicago and discuss Kansas City convention plans with Bryan. Four states report 428 delegates, with 22 instructing for Bryan. Maryland and New Jersey unpledged. Convention has 250 delegates and alternates, two thirds rule in effect. Bryan needs 184 more votes to secure nomination.
Fragmentary OCR text lists titles such as To Have and to Hold and The De Willoughby Claim alongside scattered names Janine Meredith Richard Carvel Billy Baxters Letters and Bennett's bick store at 730 Kansas Avenue with garbled place identifiers Bod Coughlin Haw Co 70e Hus ave indicating damaged source material and uncertain local details.
New York reports that May failures reached record levels over 40 months with a notable brokerage collapse near $13 million, plus another for $735,000. Despite overall weakness, May shows few alarm signals in specific sectors, with manufacturing debts rising and a trend toward revised price adjustments amid slowing orders.
New York reports that June and assignee Curtis of Price McCormick and Co will not speak for days but preliminary data show many claims liquidated. A surplus around 250000 after costs is expected. A conference may occur next Sunday with George Crocker returning from Europe. A new firm may form with Crocker Stuart-Wortley and McCormick, possibly including Sh Rutherford, to operate on stock exchange, while Price resumes separate business.
Elizabeth Wanamaker youngest daughter of ex Postmaster General Wanamaker wed Norman MacLeod last evening in a heavy white satin gown with duchess lace and orange blossom veil. A reception followed at the couple's country home on Old York Road near Cheltenham. The newlyweds will reside with Mr and Mrs John Wanamaker in Philadelphia and Jenkintown after their wedding trip.
The state board of charities, now inventorying property at state institutions, will meet with Copeland tomorrow to consider bids for supplies for the next six months. The A J King Piano Co will present a free piano recital each Thursday afternoon, featuring the Pianola.
Governor Stanley appointed Mrs. A. H. Thompson of Tupieka as Kansas vice president for the Pan-American exposition at Buffalo next year. Mrs. Hudson declined. Miss S. Ht. Peters of Newton named as the other vice president. Commissioners named: First district L. F. Randolph Nortonville. Second H. F. Sheldon Ottawa. Third C. A. Mitchell Cherryvale. Fourth John Mugden Emportis. Fifth Col. B Little Athlone. Sixth W. H. Mitchell Beloit. Seventh J. E. Junks Sterng. At large F. D. Cobura Topeka.
Governor Stanley refused to issue a reward for the arrest of J. A. Rhodes of Pawnee County, wanted on three charges including obtaining money under false pretenses and violating prohibition. Rhodes is in Missouri. a requisition was issued but he evaded officers. The governor called the move questionable due to multiple charges and ambiguity between misdemeanor and felony, and did not pursue further.
Weather forecast updated after two days of experience projects warmer conditions with scattered thunderstorms. Last night’s storm caused heavier rainfall than the day before, totaling 0.26 inches. By 11 am Thursday the temperature reached 77 while the day was cooler overall with an east wind. Tonight and Saturday remain partly cloudy with a few thunderstorms and a warmer high expected Saturday.
State organization schedules its regular annual meeting on June 13. Secretary W. Swan calls the session to close the year’s business and bring board members up to date on certification and current affairs.
Examinations for undertakers and etrumliners were completed yesterday in Topeka. Papers from the exams at several state cities will be reviewed before the board’s next meeting, after which certificates will be issued.
In New York today the quarterly meeting of western northwestern southern and transcontinental railroad executives convened to discuss railroad conditions and fare rates. Over 60 percent of the lines were represented with KE. T. Jeffrey of the Denver Rio Grande chairing the session. The gathering aims to straighten out differences in the joint passenger committee.
J. T. Coughlin Haw Co, at 702 Kas. Ave, advertises baseball goods sold at cost tomorrow.
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