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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1898
Page
6
A city scene shows farmers and harvesters in dispute over wages at a labor meeting near a water tank in Pawnee County. Laborers vow not to work for lower rates as tensions rise. Farmers threaten to run laborers out of town while wage talks spark broader countywide action.
Captain Joshua Brownbes completed a global voyage aboard the Spray sailing for over fourteen years, visiting Natal Capetown and multiple continents in a lone expedition. Louis Spendieve, 18, trumpet for the Twenty second Kansas regiment, returned home from Falls Church Va after enlisting. he says he’s had enough soldiering. Potter Palmer donates 3000 dollars to Army relief fund as Mayor Harrison sends the check.
Paris reports the new French cabinet is formed with Henri Brisson as president of the council and interior minister, Pag Peytral as finance minister, Leon Bourgeois education minister, Ferdinand Sarrien justice minister, Godefroy Cavaignac war minister, Edouard Simon-Boker marine, Theae Del minister foreign affairs, Georges Prouillot colonies, Emil Minnejols commerce, Albert minister of agriculture, and Senator Tipas public works. The ministers will be presented to President Faure this afternoon.
P B Stahlman testified before the senate investigative committee regarding the Methodist Publishing House matter. He displayed teledrama Ukat Das and disclosed details of fees received and how funds were distributed. He argued no money was used to improperly influence Congress and no payments went to those linked with the publishing house or involved in the agreement for his fee.
Artie Walsh, about 22, killed his mother in Lake City Minnesota by crashing her skull with an axe. He had been confined at Rochester Insane Asylum but released four months ago as cured. A sudden relapse is blamed as he fled and a posse pursues him.
Recent social events in Topeka and vicinity are listed with meetings at the Derthick club and Merry Wheelers, plus notes on visits, travel, and upcoming gatherings. Notices mention Mrs. Young, Miss Ladd, and various Topeka residents traveling or hosting events, with clubs planning picnics and excursions.
Oshkosh Wis June 7 The wool workers strike lingers with three factories reporting a two man gain today Governor to withdraw Troop Unit not yet decided by city officials. July Fourth expected to restart operations at remaining factories and determine strike strength amid general business paralysis. Strikers seek aid while lenders plan wholesale amends and riot leaders face assault charges with many released on bonds.
National Council of Congregational Churches meeting in Portland Oregon July 7 12 1898 tickets on sale June 20 and July 1 1898 60 round trip final limit August 21 1898 see agent Santa Fe Route for particulars Drowned in the Potomac Washington D C June 28 Edward Dearth a private of Company B Sixth Tennessee volunteers drowned yesterday while watching in the Potomac River about one and a half miles above Cabin John bridges Electric fans to keep you coal are new timely features of Santa Fe Route dining cars
Father F P Baker presides as postmaster of the new Station B branch at 1634 College Avenue. The office will start Friday and serve College Hill and Martin & Dennis additions with trolley delivery from the main office, speeding mail by about an hour. Sunday hours will run 2 to 6 pm to distribute eastern mail.
A Port Antonio dispatch praises American troops in Sevilla noting their magnified fighting prowess yet describing panic under fire. Survivors recall thirst and swollen tongues while acknowledging distrust of insurgents who could aid in bushwhacking. An American officer questions whether any guide from locals can be trusted.
London reports Egypt refuses to supply coal to Admiral Camara's squadron amid Anglo American tensions. Port Said orders prevent 17 stokers from boarding ships. Camara plans three day stay, awaiting repairs while neutralities are observed. A second version cites Spain as potential pretext to curb U.S. aggression.
Washington June 5 Senator Defoe and Mr Latham Anderson of Kentucky called on the President to urge an army paymastership for Anderson. He is a son of a former Kentucky governor and nephew of Major Anderson. Officials conferred, including ex Secretary Lamont and Rep Grosvenor, while others discussed reeive reinforcements and troop disembarkation after the attack.
June 28 London The first lord of the treasury A J Balfour told the house of commons the government was not aware Spain had arranged with an English firm to recast Admiral Cavara s squadron at Port Said He said every precaution would be taken to preserve neutrality in Egyptian and British ports The first lord of the admiralty George J Goschen added the government had not received a report that marines or sailors from British or other European ships had landed.
Following the third Manila expedition's departure, Major General Otis issues orders reorganizing the remaining forces into three brigades. First brigade under Brigadier General Miller includes Fourth US Cavalry squadron and multiple artillery units. Second brigade under Brigadier General King fields Kansas and Tennessee volunteers with several California, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota and Oregon regiments. Third brigade under Brigadier General Otts combines California, Montana, South Dakota and Town volunteers.
Topeka police hold a man as a vagrant while Illinois authorities seek Noble Abner Kent wanted for attempted murder and robbery on March 28, 1397. Descriptions and photos were circulated. the man in custody, William Shikes, matches Kent with body scars, though he is dressed poorly now. A $1,000 reward and a governor’s bounty are noted, with photos sent to Macoupin and Timois officials.
Work has started on a bicycle track in Topeka while notes of local events fill the pages. Dean Hayden of the Church of the Assumption visits Leavenworth. Sowing the Wind tops Crawford theater’s season lineup. J. A. Strauss recalls Topeka policing. The Topeka Auditorium Association meets at the Commercial club rooms. Marshall’s band to give a complimentary concert at the Topeka club. Ar. A. L. Spangberg of Santa Fe freight office is reported dangerously ill. Veterans of blue and gray plan Garfield Park meeting. Gardner, Kansas team to play Topeka on Monday July 4 and Tuesday. First Friday summer concert by Marshall’s band at Garfield Park. Civil service exams set for July 18 in multiple cities. Some editors question judges’ friends among dentists. Committee of Fifth Town meeting postponed to Thursday. A Topeka girl names her bicycle after her war-enlisted beau. A. J. Wells of Santa Fe Pacific Road travels to Albuquerque. Vit ascope at Crawford theater next Saturday and following week. Sisters of Charity head to Mt St Mary’s for summer. Topeka Turners to Omaha for National Turnfest. gym to compete. Harry Richier, Republican candidate, writes German letters. speaks both languages. John Collins in county jail, Sheriff Cook reveals visitor codes. Probate Judge Dolman learns of June 25 discharge of Shawnee inmates from Topeka asylum. Paul Hastings of auditor’s office to Arizona volunteer corps. County commissioners boost Shawnee’s Omaha expo fund. next legislature to reimburse. Morehouse residence burglarized. jewelry and trousers stolen, later found on Hale, a counterfeit suspect, now U S prisoner.
London reports a Manila dispatch stressing rising British sentiment in the Philippines capital and the need for more British ships. It notes Spanish hopes of German aid and warns of potential danger to England if Spanish troops, unpaid and hungry, rebel.
J W Naylor chief clerk of the railway mail service with St Joseph HQs completed an exam of the mailing clerks at the Topeka post office. None scored below 9 and Topeka’s force is called the most efficient in the district. Archie Kellam heads the force with Moody Blanchard Robinson Wilkie among top scorers. Moody and Wilkie posted near perfect percentages, the highest ever for Topeka clerks.
Johnson Jordan, born to Mr and Mrs W G Young of 1268 Harrison Street, is out on a $500 bond to appear as a witness in the Collins case. Harper has not yet secured bail but expects to this week. Electric fans now operated in Santa Fe Route dining cars, a desirable and seasonable addition to an already unsurpassed service.
Attorney General Hoyleham opines the dive stock sanitary board may act freely on regulations and enforcement. Attorney Rosle argues for board powers, while Me. Kewie defends board rules as enforceable. The piece appears to mock or discuss political maneuvering and public health authority. Also includes an ad for Bitters and a mineral cure.
Announcement promotes the Omaha Exposition, noting its scope and easy access via the Burlington Route, with agents listed and a tobacco cessation plug inviting readers to obtain a free booklet from Remedy Co in Chicago or New York.
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