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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1898
Page
8
A fragmented London wartime style clipping notes police prohibitions on festivities tied to the 19th century Polish poet Adam Mickiewicz. It recalls his reaction to imperial restraint and mentions his epic works and the Teutonic battles narrative amid harsh political censorship.
The discussed work Pan Tadeusz, hailed as a masterpiece, spurred Polish efforts to shake off Russian rule as censors attempted to suppress its appearance and influence.
Dr Frederick A Cook the Belgian Antarctic expedition surgeon reports from Terra Del Fuego the party will take last supplies then head south by steam noting Cape Morne Shet Jamis Cape Seymour and Larsen’s track toward Enderby land. Bennetts Prince Ba wards Gergurlen Brighca to Winter in Melbourne with no wintering party south next year unless the ship is held in pack.
An attempt to wreck the southbound train of the Atlanta Knoxville and Northern near Canton Georgia failed as a spike was driven between the rails. The locomotive left the rails and overturned injuring engineer IT Garwood, while the passenger car remained on track.
Richard Mansfield signs engagement with the Metropolitan and plans immediate production in the United States of Cyrano de Bergerac by Hostand. Coquelin currently touring in the role at the Comedie Brancante. Lanefield and Lanefield working on preparations for the show.
City politics focus on ward races with Pattison Cheney and Stephens on the hot list as candidates emerge. L D Hyersule Ed Hawes and ex State Architect J G Holland are named in rivalry for ward seats, while Nettels declines another run citing time. Warner is expected to win in the Fifth ward as other races show lively intrigue and school board fights loom in the near future.
John H. Crider of Fort Scott, re elected grand master of the A U W of Kansas, declines to run for Congress in the Second district. He cites duty to the 30,000 members and the adoption of the classified assessment plan as reasons for remaining with lodge duties. He emphasizes the importance of his official responsibilities over political ambition.
Charles F. Johnson of Oskaloosa, who helped press legislation against Pullman Palace Car charges, has aligned with the Kansas Republican anti gang effort and now backs William Bailey in the congressional race, signaling a political pivot.
The first Democratic congressional committee meeting of the present campaign will be held in Emporia next Tuesday afternoon. H. S. Martin of Barton, chairman, calls the Fourth district committee to meet at the Whitley hotel to date and decide on a convention site. Martin aims to secure the Democratic nomination and run independently of Populists John Madden and Tim Gristiats of Chase county.
Representative I N Ury of Fort Scott writes Gov Leedy offering a deal on the special session. He says a vote for the oil railroad bill would secure his position in the legislative deal.
Kansas Insurance Commissioner McNall moves to force Travelers Aetna Life and Pacific Mutual to pay alleged back taxes for writing life and accident policies under one license. After Wisconsin ruling, state plans immediate action, seeking thousands in fees. Failure to pay will prompt court action and possible removal of the companies from Kansas.
Col Frederick Funston spoke at Hamilton ball before about 600 eager listeners on the Cuban question. Gov John W Leedy and many state officials attended as David Overmyer introduced the speaker amid cheers. Funston wheelchair bound due to wounds, praised by a patriotic audience with an American flag backdrop and Cuban liberty symbols.
A Rochester man reports long nervous dyspepsia, then relief after taking Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets for six months. He praises the remedy as safe and effective for stomach and nerve troubles, urging others to try it and requesting inquiries.
Col Funston spoke to a liberal crowd under the Topeka Brotherhood Protective Order of Elis auspices. He recounted battles, injuries, and paroled captivity in Cuba while asserting Spanish cruelty and treachery. The lecture lasted about two hours and drew strong applause, with plans for further talks in Kansas City and beyond.
In San Diego on March 4 a meeting of prominent Republicans advanced the bid to promote U S Grant for the United States senate.
In Rome on March 4 the pope received individually each member of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See in celebration of the first year of his pontificate. A commemorative Mass followed in the Sistine Chapel as dignitaries and officials filled the galleries. The pope wore the triple crown and was escorted by guards while Cardinal Vannutelli celebrated. A Te Deum was sung and the pontiff gave a benediction amid a large, warm gathering. Separate brief items note Kansas travel rates for fraternal gatherings and a local book exhibit by Kellum Book and Stationery Co.
The state pays $1 for a marble bust of the late ex Governor Charles Robinson. A commission appointed by Governor Leedy oversees the work, with members Mrs Tubinson B W Woodward and Chas Chadwick.
Commercial New York reports the Indian Head rock opposite Fort George on the Hudson will be blown up this week using dynamite triggered by electric contact. About 250 000 tons of rock to be fractured and 600 to 9 000 pounds of Gynarite distributed through drilled tunnels and holes. Displaced rock to be used for macadam roads across miles of country. Indian Head name stems from its aboriginal likeness over the river. The site has long been famed for its scenic banks along the Hudson.
The populist congressional central committee will meet in Hutchinson on Thursday March 1 to set time and site for the congressional convention. Horace Foster secretary of the committee called the meeting. Rumor says Congressman Simpson seeks an early convention to rally support against Browns McKay Titus and others opposing his renomination. Will Johnson moved his exchange to 512 Kansas Avenue.
San Diego March 4 official Mexican concession renews access to coastal waters for fish. Los Angeles and San Diego firms plan expeditions to harvest Spanish mackerel, wahoo, cod, pompano, and reef species. Observers note the waters swarm with banatauds and divers seek new fishing ventures along lower California.
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