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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1899
Page
7
A brief notice in The State Journal lists items lost or found, urging owners to identify and claim belongings with details such as dates, locations, and distinguishing features to verify ownership.
Advertise in The State Journal for three days to hire a man or a woman or to rent, sell, trade, or publicize business changes. A small 25-cent ad can bring dozens of applications or customers, reaching readers statewide in Kansas.
Roseville township voters approve a bridge across the Kaw after mediation and contracts, despite resistance in nearby townships. The plan, funded by petitions and county officials, aims to ease crossings and benefit northern Shawnee and Wahernsee counties, with completion anticipated by December.
Mapchester, WH reports a seven foot eagle fight near Bikins, with Mrs Louis Brisbin seizing the bird when it tangled with her skirt. She carried the stunned bird to her home after neighbors confirmed the remarkable sighted creature was an eagle. The encounter ended with the king of birds in human custody.
Richard Dolman sues Atehuen Topeka and Santa Fe railroad claiming 25000 for injuries suffered in November 1897 while working in a car shop. He wore a steel jacket after a fall caused by a shifting tank and coworkers. The defense argues the work was not essential to railroad operation. Witnesses describe car handling and shop methods. Lawyers listed include H C Fastuch, Charles Meydin, John Dolman, and WV Littlefield with S J Wood.
Preliminary hearing for F. E. Yorman on a murder charge in the Jackson case concluded with a coroner's verdict that Jackson was killed by Yorman. The charge is now shooting with intent to kill and trial is scheduled for Wednesday at 9 o'clock. Yorman’s attorneys are prepared.
David Harvey pleaded guilty in city court to attempting to obtain services at a Pacific hotel under a guessed name and without paying the bill. He was fined $3 plus costs under the new law, and Marvel is cited as first to have restraint on rent payment under the act.
Trev W and Taylor announce a Dakota Cyclone gathering starting June 2 in Dakota City to combine Detroit and Return trips for 92 50 via Santa Fe. Christian Endeavor conven tion tickets on sale July 3 4 5. Bee T I King agent for details. Holders of sand tickets must surrender by June 30 1369 or they become invalid.
Salvation Army hospital in Topeka has not acted on orders to relocate, citing charity status and lack of suitable new site. Superintendent Lowe defends operations, notes neighbors complain about patient noise, and calls for dialogue with residents and council. He stresses need for fair support and funds to cover moving costs.
In Cleveland on June 27 a Pan-American railway company meeting ordered a survey for the Tampa to Mexico route. Grade studies will precede construction and work will begin as soon as profile maps are approved by contractors.
Amherst college trustees announce the election of Professor George Hur ar of Andover as president of the college at Amherst Massachusetts on June 27.
The Santa Fe will sell Detroit return tickets for 22.59 on July 3 4 and 6. T. L. King depot agent will furnish details. A dance tonight at Turner hall honors the Turners returning from Lawrence. The Union Pacific is promoted as the route for summer travel.
Hartsville Missouri June 21 special to the Post-Dispatch Lewis Nigh pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 12 years in the penitentiary. The case against Oscar Ray was continued on his own recognizance and Byrom’s cane was tolled Sheppard and Nigh were taken to the Spreingttel jail. Sheppard appealed to the supreme court. James West found guilty of complicity in the Missouri Pacific train robbery near here last fall sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary, same as former conductor Ett Stubblefield.
Brigadier General J W F Hughes of the Kansas National Guard will muster in and inspect new companies this week and next. He plans to visit Cherryvale on Wednesday to inspect a company, Hiawatha on Friday for company F, Burlington on July 4 for company C, Yates Center on July 6 for company D, and Fredonia on July 6 for company M.
The National Council decided to establish the Bank of the Swiss Confederation with a monopoly on bank notes. One third capital from the federation one third from cantons and one third from banks. Berne to be headquarters despite protests from Zurich firms. Referendum possible.
Police conducted a Monday raid on North Topeka liquor joints. Proprieties Frank Raynor P A Allendorft James Neal Pink Parsley and N C Cave were arrested. William Shutter was visited on the other side. Alexander and Shaffer settled for 100 each. remaining cases continued.
A Topeka group tours Galena with state politicians and locals. Names include E. Ball, Join Nowers, Ed Terell, J. R. Huston and many others. Tickets on sale at Santa Fe depot through July 11. Mound trip to Los Angeles now $12.90. Limited and valid to September.
North Topeka column items list local sales at Mrs Courtney and Mr Watt visits in Meriden. Town residents travel to Manitou for summer trips, Santa Fe area developments, and a Keokuk pastor receiving a doctorate. A July Fourth celebration is planned at Plummer's grove with drills and music. A large reception honors Louis Nystrom and bride with extensive decorations, lanterns, and a formal punch display.
John D Rockefeller moves to foreclose a $30 000 mortgage on the Everett Land Company of Everett Washington a deal that would place control of the $2 000 000 to $4 000 000 property in his hands The action links to Rockefeller’s broader strategy of foreclosing mortgages on key holdings including Monte Cristo mines and related ventures in the Pacific Northwest.
A 19th century chain letter tale from Babylon describes Miss Schenck sending 1 cent to four friends who each send 10 cents to aid sick and wounded soldiers. The scheme swelled to 1000 letters over two months, despite efforts by Mathew Clorgan and others to stop it. Citizens mailed over 35,000 cents to the Red Cross for relief efforts.
The directors of the Lake Shore, Canada Southern, and Michigan Central railroads have declared the regular semi annual dividends of 3, 2 and 2 percent respectively. Mrs Pierson of Herington is visiting her husband, Rev Mr Pierson, pastor of the Congregational church.
Classified snatches show two girls seeking housework help at 710 Law rence st and a lady offering modest care work. Numerous rental listings note nine room and five room cottages near streetcar with prices and addresses. Sales ads include carriages, wagon, harness sets, and hotel ranges alongside miscellaneous household items.
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