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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1899
Page
8
A man visited our store last Saturday seeking a rubber suit claiming it is the coolest gear on earth. We sold him a $7.50 suit after noting higher prices elsewhere and promising durability despite rain, which he insisted would continue.
Ottawa debates Laurier's stance on railways to the Yukon amid Alaska boundary arbitration. He argues Canadian claims hinge on boundary settlement, warning that granting charters from Pyramid Harbor could widen American control of the Lynn Canal and complicate future Canadian access to the Yukon.
An article argues that cream is economical when used with breakfast, claiming five cents worth of cream provides more nutrition than five cents of meat. It promotes a quick dish using four teaspoonfuls of Gripe-Nute and small cream portions. The Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan sells this dish as delicious and nutritionally valuable without cooking.
A proposal envisions a railway running from the Yukon waters to a clearly Canadian coast, with a plan to extend through the Cassiar, Atlin, and Yukon districts. The aim is a potentially longer line that could be transcontinental or across northern frontiers, aligning with Canadian coastal access.
Mrs Balle Harbaugh of Erie Mrs John Q Royce of Phillipsburg and Mrs Stanbey led a special investigation into state institutions. The governor withheld the report until reviewed. The panel urged more experienced teachers and competency over politics for charity board appointments and suggested a female member on the state board of charities. It also backed a new laundry building at Winfield and reforms at the state reform school. The report's public release was anticipated shortly.
The state board of enamel has no funds to restore burned buildings at the reform school. Temporary repairs are planned until the legislative session. Gov and leaders consider asking Topeka businessmen to loan $10,000 at interest to cover replacement costs, hoping citizens will help before the legislature convenes.
In Hilishora hundreds of adion miners encamped at Driving Park mine influence non-union workers to strike. The mine, run by non-union miners for a year, is temporarily shut down. Deputies and guards are on duty to prevent outbreaks as the standoff continues.
Louisville Ball Club announces roster changes with releases and trades. President Dreyfus confirms Pirro Haseman George Diecker are released and Croft is sent to Syracuse while Leach goes to Worcester Massachusetts. A star catcher is to be released this week, names Kittridgs or Powers undecided.
Social and personal notes from Topeka detail a Saturday afternoon thimble party hosted by Mrs Frank and Thomas in honor of Mixes Lotte and Bird Griffith of Colorado Springs. The event featured palm and florals, piano pieces, a violin performance, and a three course luncheon attended by a long list of local ladies and relatives.
The Paris Chamber of Deputies faced crowding and tension as Socialist M. Vail lent questioned the government on yesterday's police outrages at Pavillon Armenonville. Premier Duvuy said an inquiry was ordered and emphasized the need for order, while ministers left the chamber amid uproar as the session continued.
City Attorney Bird carried to the court of appeals over witness fees demanded by the city of Topeka. Mr Good bought fees for 31 witnesses in three cases where convictions followed district court appeals. Judge Haen upheld payment. amount $106.69. Rind appeals to settle city liability in such cases.
In Cleveland on June 12 clashes erupted as the Cleveland Electric Railway and striking workers confronted deputies at Lake View barns. Crowds blocked routes, rioters were arrested, and two new motormen were seized by police amid irregular streetcar service and stalled arbitration efforts.
At the Hague on June 12 delegates adjourned a marting of the peace conference under President M Desiual. It was resolved this morning to furnish newspapers with statements of committee proceedings as well as plenary sittings.
A June message from Judes Fgbert Jamisson declines the presidency of the Chicago Street railway systems. In Kentucky, Thomas Merser, tied to the Leo-Taylor feud in Harlan county, has been killed by a member of the cee clan, signaling further trouble likely to follow.
May cherries offered from a Shawnee county orchard with orders taken for delivery and processing. Advertising prints list Whittersey Mor Ca Sec ond and Mailiaon with phone 733 for placing orders. Also promoted Thomas Planing Mill with telephone 422 and three rings for dry house finishing and store fixtures and hardwoods.
Topeka reader recalls a citizen’s trust in Dean's Kidney Pills after six months of kidney trouble. C F Schumaker, painter, suffered back and kidney pain this winter of 1898, losing sleep and enduring nightly discomfort. After trying remedies, Dean's Kidney Pills provided quick relief, curing him before finishing the first box and prompting him to recommend the cure. Poster-Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole agents for the United States.
Judge Hazen ruled John F. Mulvane did not act as trustee when buying the Topeka Capital mortgage, allowing him to protect his own lien. The court found the trust benefits only those with claims existing at information time, leaving open whether later creditors may recover under the trust.
E D Norton of the Railway Mail Service based in St Louis visits Topeka to discuss extending street railway deliveries to Station C in Potwin. The new service starts July 1 with two daily deliveries, expanding later if needed after afternoon westbound trains. Nortons territory covers Missouri Kansas Colorado and New Mexico.
The Shawnee county Republican central committee met Saturday in the old courthouse and organized with John T. Chaney re-elected chairman, John Dudley chosen secretary, and W E Pagan as treasurer. Forty nine members attended the meeting and all were enthusiastic. Candidates were invited to speak but declined.
Memorial windows honoring John H Barrett and Richard M Coulson who died in the Spanish American War were dedicated Saturday afternoon. G A Rt Battery B and the militia company participated with General J S Hudson giving the address. The battery fired a salute and the trumpeter sounded lights out.
The Epworth League of the First M E church invites Epworth League and Christian Endeavor groups and friends to a stereopticon show with illustrated views of Cowrade Springs and vicinity at the Piret M church Tuesday evening June 15 at 3 pm. Admission 25 cents. Telephone 2020 for char oul.
Fragmented notice mentions Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Esturn routes with Santa Fe tickets priced at 19.00 and June to July dates. References rock ball track Topeka to Colorado and various odd lines including Harvey eating houses and a planing mill rebuilt in city. Ends with Dean's Ointment claim.
Junxe rorian attends reverat cent at Leavenworth and sues Travelers Insurance of Hartford and others. suit challenges accident policy denial of 3000 dollars for Ironline insuring, with a hush of actions to keep the company in the state. The case moves to hearing as alternative writ of injunction awaits.
Notices announce exceptionally low round trip rates to many eastern points with certificate plans and small surcharges. Dates span June to July with cities including Columbus Buffalo Chicago St Paul Milwaukee St Louis Detroit Hammond Indianapolis and more. Local agents F A Lewis and J C Fulton provide full details. The page also notes student prize winners at Smilleys Studio and advertises laundering services from Peerless Steam Laundry and American Steam Laundry.
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