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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1899
Page
6
An old advertisement touts Munyon's Inhaler as a universal remedy for catarrh coughs hay fever bronchitis asthma and diseases of the throat and lungs. It claims the medicated vapor reaches the inner airways and treats the whole system. The ad provides a street address for purchase.
The article describes a new piano enhancement adding a thin strip of felt interpolated by a third pedal to dampen hammers and strings, reducing audible noise and extending hammer life. It notes the upgrade improves tonal balance and mentions Kimball as a modern instrument builder employing such exclusive innovations.
A large North American shooting event is planned with about 1,000 sharp shooters from multiple states and provinces. Prizes total over 35,000, with 1,000 awarded to top contenders. Associations, clubs, and representatives from Greater New York to Hartford will compete, awarding diplomas and a trophy.
Mayor Crete stands firm against rumors from ward heelers and malcontents alleging misconduct within the police force. He confirms Sergeant Donovan is investigated but refuses to remove him, while defending the department's integrity amid political pressure and local dissatisfaction.
The column notes the river still rising and provides a collage of Topeka items. Reports include travel from California and Colorado, local social news, minor incidents, hospital updates, new engagements, court dates, prize fight chatter, and community notes on schools, churches, and civic events.
George McCrum Jr aged 22 son of Alma National Bank president J J McCrum was killed by a Rock Island freight train near McFarland Kansas between three and four o clock Friday morning. An inquest returned a verdict of death by being dragged and crushed by the freight engine after he and August Snitz were drinking in Alma and then wandered onto the tracks. The body was found near a switch frog with remains scattered along the line and the burial held at Alma.
Local shoppers encounter reduced prices at Fupent's Hammocks and Mrs Courtsey's hats. Various residents travel to St Joseph and Kansas City for business and visits. Church services mark the weekend with Sunday school, sermons, and a children’s day program. A local death notice for Mr Stover and a choir recital at Miss Nellie Parkhurst’s home are noted along with a new ironing device from The Peerless Steam Laundry.
A chaotic club gathering erupted in shouting and interruptions as speakers including J G Larimer A W Dana Tom McNeal and J Waters fought to control the debate. Prods and prompter tricks sparked quarrels while agrarian themes and copperhead jests fueled the lively session.
The Saturney Night club celebrated seventeen years with a banquet at the Hotel Throop. The event included a rare speech by President Robert Stone and a critique of local fire safety at institutions including the asylum and reform school, highlighting inadequate water supply and failed equipment as a major risk.
A Topeka state reform school fire destroyed the barn, causing about 25 dollars in losses. The insane asylum pumping station burned, about 3,000 dollars. Combined, the Topeka institutions face roughly 17,000 dollars in losses within a year due to weak facilities.
A fragmented ad emphasizes a strong stomach and perfect digestion from Hostetter’s Bitters. It claims the product clears impurities, boosts the brain, and aids digestion, presenting it as an engine for health. The dubious text repeats claims of disease absence and improved vigor.
Efforts to honor the Twentieth Kansas regiment in San Francisco proceed despite muster out. Gov J K Hudson chairs a 10 pm meeting at the Commercial club to finalize plans. Leaders T Bonebrake Troutman and Anderson call for a novel reception with parades, floats, and merchant support, hoping for a memorable homecoming in uniform.
Thomas Page of North Topeka refuses to disclose his insurance policies. W W Church, superintendent of insurance, and Attorney General Godard plan a suit charging Page with violation of the law. Page seeks habeas corpus to gain release as the case tests constitutionality. Washington reports show wheat conditions and crop acreage data for June 10.
Shawnee county Republican central committee meets this afternoon to organize. John Chaney is expected to be reelected chairman and Jean Dudley likely chosen secretary, signaling continuity in party leadership.
Dr Ryder praises Charles Bennett, an optician, citing successful treatment of astigmatism and vision improvement in cases from his practice. He endorses Bennett’s skill and reliability for intricate eye care, recommending him highly. Also notes ticket details for Elks revision and a book ad at Hepnett’s Oak Store.
New York dispatch reports a rise in prices across commodities including wool, cotton, hides, and iron products as buyers pull back and mills defer purchases. The review cautions that current quotations misstate real demand, with imports and exports fluctuating and wheat and grain markets showing modest shifts amid uncertain spring yields.
Webb McNall toured town for a few hours then departed for Indianapolis to attend the fual convention of the supreme lodge of the AO W. He is a representative from Kankas. Charter for Western Trast Savings and Lawn association of jhoma refused by the state charter board after Dennis Flynn appeared with president J. W. McNeal.
Today June 3 in Chicago wheat futures showed limited demand with prices near unchanged as weather prospects supported the grain. Reports cite favorable conditions in wheat growing regions and light receipts at the market while oats and corn displayed mixed moves and hog and cattle futures held steady amid thin selling.
Fragmentary notes mention Kansas City Produce Market in June with garbled names and stray terms. The text appears unreadable in places but indicates market activity, possibly listing buyers, vendors, or commodities in Kansas City.
A tracing note from the New York Money Market highlights an increase in circulation and signals shifts in the financial landscape. Key figures and names appear tangled in the OCR error, but the piece references a rise in circulation and ongoing financial activity affecting lender and brokerage firms in the period.
The market report notes scattered bids and firmer tones in wheat futures with weather in the northwest and spring wheat conditions guiding sentiment. It highlights demand from New York and London, with grains, oats, and corn prices shown, plus commentary on government rules dampening activity and general dullness in turnover. The piece lists prices, receipts in Kansas City and other hubs, and mentions major players like J. C. Goings as a source for price data.
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