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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1899
Page
3
A fragmented Topeka State Journal page by Frank P. MacLennan features essays and assorted items, including political commentary, references to U S events, and notices. The text mentions a New York office, a Paris wind exposition teaser, and discussions of governance, industry, and public schemes.
The Tedetei crop report indicates a sharply unfavorable wheat prospect with a 6 per cent drop in winter wheat yield from a month ago and yields 15 per cent below year-ago levels. Winter acreage fell to 28.95 million acres after revisions, spring wheat seeding down 6 per cent and reserves projected around 100 million bushels.
A letter argues cities will be silent as rubber-wheeled streetcars replace noisy vehicles. It traces sounds from horse omnibuses to tram bells and streetcar motors, predicting motor traffic will bring steady hums, signal bells, and failures that pierce quiet districts.
A clipped Atchison Globe item skewers local farming life and public behavior with wit about corn, weather, and a resident who mishandles his umbrellas, reflecting the paper’s sharp humorous tone.
A compilation of old fashioned observations on talk and behavior. It notes that gossips and listeners alike shape reputations, comments on hosting, dress issues, and the danger of spreading stories. It cites a woman visiting Atchison, a dress that shrank, and cautions against burdensome prayer and reckless bragging.
A satirical collage from the Uncago News and New York Press mocks common foibles of men and women. It jokes about prudence, self love, and etiquette while lampooning gender roles and social expectations in a brisk, era voice.
Chattanooga Tennessee factions organize to oppose H Clay Evans amid a bitter pension battle. A conference in Chattanooga concluded with plans to mobilize against Evans. General Dan Sickles writes to Evans, backing a friend and signaling support for Evans as the controversy continues.
A fragmentary advertisement touts Sarsaparilla as a cure for impure blood and minor ailments. The copy imitates period promotional language with bold claims and repetitive phrases about restoring health through a tonic.
In Stockton on June 14 Ray Morgan a 12 year old boy saved his two sisters aged 8 and 10 after a boat capsized on a pond eight feet deep. He guided them to the bottom hull, swam for shore, and while exhausted one sister nearly drowned before a mill worker pulled them to land. The village presented the boy a purse in gratitude.
Oswego June 1. Residents armed with Wing-chesters and revolvers scour the countryside seeking home parties amid depredations. Green, a prosperous farmer and stock taker, robbed of valuables including a watch and cash. A chase ensues with gunfire, but two assailants overpower the pursuers and flee. one may have been killed, while Danivters wounded the forearm. Citizens continue pursuit as fear grips the area.
Leavenworth June 14 Major Hobert Wilson Mec Claughry named to replace Warden French in a cabinet style move. French hailed from Indiana while Mec Claughry hails from Inola, aiming to balance state representation. Governor Tanner hopes the change improves health and climate concerns for Joliet. Bristow to push the matter in Washington as investigations suggest the Kansas move was registered.
In Downs on June 14 a run of shocking events broke a period of calm. A central Missouri Pacific line derailment stirred news of two overturned passenger coaches harming several passengers. Separately a wife fired rounds at her husband without effect. A domestic spat led to a poisoning attempt by Miss Reddick, a love dispute and a failed murder attempt thwarted by timely medical help.
Abilene based merchant Armitage and A J Bishop formerly of Abilene depart to Guatemala to join wives and sons and perform mission work among natives. They travel with Dickinson county companions after working in Sarita Tow area where harsh conditions limited their efforts.
Ottawa June 14 The contract for the stone work on the Forest Park memorial gateway in memory of Company K has been given to M Dumont. Work on removing the old gateway began today with the aim to set the two outside stone columns before July 17 and complete as much of the remaining work as possible. A subscription exceeding $500 has been raised for the project.
Downs June 14. The planned cold storage plant for Downs failed. W J Wilhite saloon keeper of Flue Rapists Marysville and Frank fort arrived in Downs to establish a cold storage room. He started in the elon business, turning his resort boisterous and open day and night. The joint was declared a nuisance and forced to close, and he moved on to Gay jord.
Atchison June 14 R E Nickel ex mail carrier left here twelve years ago was lately named postmaster at San Francisco a job paying three thousand dollars yearly Nickel helped found Acton town built many houses and was the first postmaster authorities say he is wealthy
Leavenworth June 14 Another batch of twenty six prisoners from the southern district of the Territorial region has arrived at the federal prison. United States Marshal John S Hatiner and ten deputies escorted them in prison car No W. Prisoners sentences range from one to ten years. This brings total inmates to 741 with more expected. A mail carrier dog at Dayton fetches sacks from a passing train and delivers them to the post office.
The Republican convention nominated by acclamation a slate including Treasurer Frances Wilson, Clerk C A Prank, Sheriff Hobart, Register of Deeds H P Fowler, Corner F D Teas, and Surveyor G Dewitt Strong. Delegates were instructed to vote for L Stillwell for Judge of the Seventh Judicial District.
A serious riot broke out at 1290 Cleveland & Pittsburg crossing on Perkins Avenue. About 500 workers and others gathered around Wade Park Avenue cars blocking tracks. Police escort failed to stop the mob as motorman JAL Anderson was struck and seriously injured. Reinforcements dispersed the crowd and cleared the area.
A coroner jury in DeMoes and Penwell's undertakers viewed David Jackson’s corpse and ruled the death was by a pistol bullet in S E H Yoeman's hand. Witnesses detailed the shooting include E H Eby and Thomas Hicks. Ada Jackson sues for divorce from H T Jackson, relation to the dead man.
Dr J B Alexander of Hiawatha has been elected president of the state board of health. The election of a secretary has been postponed until this evening. Dr H Z Gil, the present secretary, would like to hold over as a representative of the regular school of medicine, but homeopaths and eclectics have combined and will elect Dr W B Swain of Topeka tonight. Richardson convicted. James Richardson, a porter at Palace Clothing, accused of stealing a pocketbook containing $35, was found guilty after testimony from H A Auerbach of the Painor company. He admitted taking the money but claimed inducements. Seven per cent dividend declared. Des Moines and Wort Dodge Railroad directors announce a 7 percent dividend on preferred stock payable August 1.
An 1890s era advertisement promises that every woman can become a mother without pain by using a product called Mother's Friend. It claims the remedy prevents suffering during childbirth and offers a free booklet from the Regulators in Atlanta, Georgia.
Hathaway postpones establishing the Tecumseh post office rural delivery route amid local opposition. The rural delivery examiner announced no route until residents understand the plan. Applicants for carrier positions include Erle Nystrom J Thompsoh Chas Lewin and others.
A young man in Topeka lost $200 and more after a Bohemian evening at a local hotel. His companion, a recent Topeka arrival from Marion, disappeared with the money while the man slept. Police identify the woman under names Haley and Janes and seek to recover the funds.
The funeral of Mrs Dr Charla Lowry took place Tuesday afternoon from 0% Kansay avenue residence. The service was conducted by Hev Linus Blakesley. Private ceremony with poems shared among friends. Offertory offerings were numerous and handsome, and the casket was early hidden to flowers. Mrs Lowry was very popular and well known in siclery. Music by a quartet: James Moore, H I Shirer, Harry Overholt, and W M Shaver.
Lawrence plans an old fashioned Fourth of July with Senator W. A. Harris as principal speaker and Congressman I. D. Bowersuck also scheduled. City leaders fund the celebration and promise leisure, while a watchful eye watches the speechmaking. Also notes postmaster appointments across Kansas and a Baltimore Democratic state central meeting set to choose candidates and set the convention date.
The Hague report states the peace conference will likely adjourn mid July after delegates finish work. With decisions awaiting acceptance by governments, delegates aim to sign a definite document and transmit results for their authorities to approve, delaying final adjournment until mid July.
The governor receiver Sally protests the site of the infant asylum at Parsons. Mr. Atantey questions jurisdiction and action. Protests have come from Norton Cheyenne Clay Gland Morr Dickinson counties in a move tied to the Clay Center improvement club.
William De Bor eRe wowed the audience with balancing and trapeze feats as the Huebher company presented John Powers at the Casino. If rain interrupts, the performance will move to Crawford theater.
Major T. J. Anderson writes to the State Journal denying any claim of 21 dollars for mileage from Governor Stanley's contingent fund. He says he has not presented a claim or authorized any one to do so, and asserts the executive office is mistaken about a $41 claim. The governor had blocked mileage for traveling clan members and stated they were not entitled.
A fragmentary notice recalls the 117th anniversary of a flag day in Topeka with references to the Stars and Stripes and city actions by City Clerk Aquirew. Details are garbled but imply observers failed to properly display flags.
Annual June sale offers discounts on all silverware including Towers triple plated knives and forks. Text claims items are better and more durable than competing brands, emphasized by a guarantee. A. Morrison advertises at 505 Kansan Avenue Colorado Springs and mentions slides at Epworth.
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