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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1898
Page
8
An elderly man suffers a severe nervous disorder and, after doctors warned him, follows a hopeful example. Once unable to move, he recovers with daily routines like sawing wood and gardening aided by a treatment called Pink Pills for People. The piece frames his recovery as inspiration for others with similar conditions.
Postmaster General Emery Smith endorses continued use of postal cards with a one cent stamp though some regulations persist. Second class mail requires one cent for four cents before return. Mississippi stamp sale at Washington and national offices runs until December 31.
A severe wreck on Central Branch near Parmington derailed five cars after flange failure. Six crew hurt, two badly. wreckage cleared by rail crews. One engine survived. line reopened later. Wreck attributed to soft track and high grain load. several cars burned or beyond repair. Harrisons Go to Long Branch and other notes follow.
News from Camp Merritt reports soldiers condemning uniforms issued as shabby and ill fitting. Troops complain about paying full prices for inadequate gear, with a Montanas unit alleging ration and bacon quality issues leading to higher sickness rates. Local commissary branches face grievances over garment and food quality.
Assistant General Manager W E Allen outlines a plan to improve grounds around Rock Island stations in the west. Areas in Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri are graded and hedged with flower beds, trees, and shrubs, aiming to dispel the belief that the western expanse remains wild and uncultivated.
A general land office hearing before Commissioner Hermann in Washington focuses on Lake Malhner Oregon and whether landowners up to the waterline retain land when lake waters recede The French German Livestock Company appeals surveying and Oregon law arguments claiming riparian rights amid widespread entries for land not yet surveyed and evaporated shoreline exposure is central to the dispute
The Navy and War departments will require all ships and transports from San Francisco to the Philippines to carry mail for the Hawaiian islands in addition to Manila forces. A band concert is announced for Garfield Park tomorrow night.
Governor Leedy issues a sweeping order to abolish metropolitan police boards in first class Kansas cities effective July 1 at noon. Topeka officials sought two extra days. mayor and council pledge to select experienced officers and push civil reform. The move continues political tension as police leadership and future chief candidates are discussed amid opposition to partisan policing.
At Camp Thomas during June the army reports heavy losses of horses due to heat and dust. Many animals from the Minots cavalry units have died after arriving from Chicago amid catarrhal fever and distemper. Surviving mounts are being buried in Georgia soil as surgeons declare the death toll will raise war costs. boards of survey will determine responsibility and preserve records in the War Department.
Chicago June 13 Heeman Burgdorfs alarot click saved him from a break in when a clock struck at 4. Burgdorf woke, seized a stranger near the bed and found his watch on the intruder. Police detained the man at East Chicago avenue station under the name John Miller. Justice Kersten held him for criminal court.
Atlanta June 18 six Georgia moonshiners win liberty to join Captain Yancey Carter's army unit aimed at Spain. Judge Newman approves freeing two ton fines for willing enlistment. Carter seeks six foot-soldier volunteers in pink health, a TeVenue veteran who hunted moonshiners. More recruits expected soon.
North Dakota faces a grasshopper outbreak as millions hatch after recent warmth. Fessenden, Foster, and Holdy counties report damaged grain patches from one to 49 acres. Counties mobilize, railways offer kerosene oil for field application with a moving doser to kill the insects.
One fare for the round trip plus two dollars on June 21 via the Santa Fe route for Yokers to Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma and Texas. Liberal limits and stop over privileges. Apply to agent Santa Fe route for details.
A vintage advertisement invites readers to describe personal experiences with coffee and Postum to win one of 30 gold prize boxes. Contest rewards persuasive letters about coffee avoidance, health claims, and methods to make Postum taste better, with entry details and a June 30 decision date.
Chicago wire reports golfers at Wheaton claim they were defrauded by Abe Mincer, a Ley Eenerat dealer, over charges for meats, groceries, and provisions bought between July 1597 and April 1598. The Chicago Golf Club alleges inflated prices and seeks court records of sales to determine the amount owed.
Kansas City dispatch reports Allen, a local man, attacked three cats on a city street yesterday then injured two more felines. Police arrested him at headquarters, charging cruelty to animals amid a heated confrontation with bystanders.
New York June 1 jury verdict favors Rich ar Mavefeld in suit by actor Edwin Arden for breach of contract. Court heard testimony yesterday and found Arden owed no back pay but that Arden was taken on trial. Jury returned sealed verdict. plaintiff seeks new trial but denied. Arden may appeal.
Joseph Von Arnold, a San Francisco private detective, was arrested in London for defrauding a Malt dresser of 145 dollars by posing as heir to a German estate. He has four wives, reportedly married Jeannie Young in April and last wed in May 1905. His trial, tied to a pending action by a London attorney, will occur at the next session.
Fire destroyed the Grand Rapids Desk Company plant before district fire crews could respond. About 310 workers were left jobless as nearby plants outside the city limits escaped damage. Water supply failed, hampering firefighting efforts. Insurance covered 3000 to 10400 dollars, with 4000 workers affected in the wake of the blaze.
A Wichita ratification meeting drew large GOP attendance with governor candidate W. S. Stanley and contenders W. R. Smith and H. E. Richter present, plus John Seaton. The text blends campaign remarks with assorted notices and ads referencing medical cures, rail excursion rates, and a June sale at Morrison’s Silverware.
Missouri Pacific announces a round trip fare from Kansas points to Denver Colorado during June. Tickets go on sale June 5 for travel June 7 to 12 with return by July 5. Information available from H C Townsend and T J Louis agents in Topeka.
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