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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1900
Page
12
Fragmented OCR notes describe a health warning about kidney function and a chaotic report referencing officials, dates, and places. The readable parts emphasize a safety alert and potential medical guidance from COLTEF CAXSICAL GO with scattered names and locations.
A restraining order against Ira N James Wither was dissolved after he failed to keep his wife and five children on support of $30 a month. The court ordered him to pay costs and to restrain himself from further contact, while he and his three children seek other arrangements.
A lively Friday tea honored Mrs. Shadel of Hiawatha with guests from Lincoln and Topeka circles. The Wakesie Club and Lincoln Circle hosted picnics and a Golden Wedding anniversary for Capt. and Mrs. Price, while others plan visits to Colorado, Nebraska, and Nova Scotia. A town parade of guests and a Sunday WCTU meeting conclude the social page.
A leather covered couch was presented to ex-director general of the street fair, J & One, by the Commercial club street fair committee in appreciation of his services. The gift followed confusion and theft at his home, and the recipient found the couch awaiting him after a period of trouble. Also noted, Marshall's band will perform at Garfield Park on July 4.
George W Crane writes to the State Journal contending unjust taxation in Shawnee. He argues high levy rates punish business and notes Crane & Co. pays most taxes, supports town growth, and that current assessments inflate values on personal property like secondhand machinery. He urges fair, uniform valuation and recounts local assessor practices. Kansas, June 30, 1900.
John W. Breidenthal, first Hanse Populist to attend Kenai City preliminary business meetings, joins committee discussions on fixing the vice presidential deal. The Kansas City gathering will cover Towne's possible resignation and uniting allied forces with Democrats at the national convention.
The supreme court will convene Tuesday and continue into Wednesday morning, with two days for docket business. Judges intend to attend the national Democratic convention between Thursday and Friday. One judge noted a possible early release, while others expect a brief session focused on docket, with citizens awaiting the end of the term.
The Kansas Exposition 1904 seeks samples of wheat weighing two pounds or more and choicest samples of hares and half bushes for exhibit. Samples should be left with the county clerk for awards to be given by the ExPOSITION Association to showcase progress of the state at the semi centennial of the territory’s creation. For details, respond to the secretary in Topeka.
Marshall's band will render an interesting programme at their concert tomorrow afternoon.
The Commercial club manages the transfer of land to the Santa Fe company with deeds delivered by Clerk D Cala. Most residents have vacated the tract with remaining moves expected by week’s end. An auction will dispose of structures and improvements with music by Jack son and free lemonade.
Republicans attack Populist and Republican state leaders over teaching certificate failures. Reports show 2 percent of applicants failed to qualify in Kansas, a figure similar to three years prior. The Populist committees plan to air the issue in campaigns, arguing injustices and seeking to expose true causes.
Dr Mahy E Stewart of the President's Woman's Club writes to the State Journal defending the club's role with the girls Industrial school. She notes Mrs Thorpe led the school from its start and remains a valued member, while some teachers change with the season. The club’s by law requires a Kay department member but welcomes helpers. The club plans continued support for the Irish industrial school next winter.
Six men have announced for Shawnee county sheriff including Bert Ducas undersheriff under Kepley Hel Williams current Undersheriff Scott Kelsey former county commissioner G W Betts appointed police sergeant under Mayors admin Joe Hanna former deputy under Cook Jno Hovorton Roseville veteran in politics and John Dudley longtime state house custodian, each seeking the post.
Items intended be left with the pony at 35 Kansas avenue. Rev. Mr. Mooney visits Wakarusa. Mrs. John Miller returns from Horton visit. Fred Martin of Silver Lake and others visit North Side. Mr and Mrs D A Wiser go to New Mexico. Mrs J W Rigdon hosts niece Mra W D Frisby of Chanute. Thomas Page family spend summer near North Topeka. Enoch Seger visits Coffeyville. Martha Mitchell returns from Indiana. Miss May Knox to Montana for teaching Indian school. FW Freeman, Capitol Elevator director, cashier at Merchants Natl bank. Miss Lilien Whiting visits with sister at 120 Man Biren. Prof Kirkpatrick to speak on The Survival of the Strongest at Kansas Ave M E church. Guy and Roy Canton visit after surveying in Indian Territory. Dr and Mrs Love and Miss Oakley with Garnett party to Kansas City. Mrs J Sechier to Kansas City then Arkansas for weeks. Miss Jeanette Wolcott returns from Atchison. mother Mrs Wolcott back. George Anderson, 4035 Gordon, injured by rock needing stitches. Holy Communion at Church of the Good Shepherd, services and sermon by Canon Bywater. Mr Myers, recently in Leavenworth, visits old army friend Mr Aaron Sheetz. Kimball Printing Co. John French, Santa Fe foreman, to join Frisco line at Springfield. recently bought North Topeka home.
Stuart St John aged 16 was sentenced by Judge Haven to five years in the penitentiary for assaulting Sheriff Stewart. He had escaped a county jail cell, seized a revolver, threatened Mrs Cook and fired at Stewart before fleeing. He had prior stints in the St Louis workhouse and previously pleaded guilty. Ike Peters, colored, pleaded guilty to stealing a horse and received a one year term due to intoxication and a clean record.
General Joseph Wheeler arrives in Chicago to take command of the department of the lakes. He is greeted at a public reception with his daughters and families, escorted by the First Illinois regiment to the armory where Major Harrison delivers a welcome address and Wheeler responds amid cheers.
Taxpayers in the county largely paid their taxes with few delaying until the last day. Treasurer Phillips reported taxes paid promptly and noted delinquencies are small. The annual report is due but cannot be completed by July 10. Missouri Pacific offers discounted rail fares for short trips.
Paris reports Edward Goering, formerly of Boston, fatally injured himself in a sensational act. He spoke erratically to F. J. Stilwell of San Francisco before drawing a razor and slashing his throat. He fled down Avenue as bystanders alerted authorities, later collapsing and dying. Ambulance crews attended and Goering had reportedly been drinking prior to the incident.
A fragment from Youth's Companion recounts North American Indians treating a muddy man with kindness while he eschews danger. General Strong relays a tale of a traveler guided by Indians who, after mistaking attackers for friends, fled but was overwhelmed as his bags and gear spilled. The Indians stripped and examined his belongings before returning his items and sending him on his way.
The article highlights two popular travel years on the Grand Trunk Railway system. It mentions routes to Muskoka and Kewartha Lakes, with connections to the Lawrence River and Rapids, plus White and Atlattica resorts. The full City Ticket Agent is listed at 143 Snathsirece Corner Jackson Boulevard.
Special train from Topeka departs July 1 at 3 PM for Kansas City arriving around 1:39 PM. Ticketing and seating details to be confirmed. return service noted with similar schedule.
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