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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1899
Page
4
A sale notice advertises 1899 spring fabrics priced from 9 to 98 cents per yard, including crepe and maslin cottons, plus hosiery and washable fabrics. It touts wide bleached muslin, carpets, rugs, and room diagrams, inviting customers to visit and select from an array of merchandise at reduced market prices.
The Kansas State Board of Education held its first meeting with veteran members and several new appointees. Certificates to teach in institutes were issued, with state certificates to be considered at the March 2 session. The list includes conductors and instructors across numerous towns, with names such as Erwin J. Meuttr, Elizabeth Spencer, and Arma Mo Hahn, reflecting widespread teaching credentials and regional practice.
Dyspepsia and sour stomach described as common, with fermentation in the stomach causing gas and bitterness. Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets advertised as a remedy, claimed to cure every form of dyspepsia and improve digestion, appetite, and vitality, sold for 60 cents by FA Stuart Co.
Salina Abel reports that telegraph firms led by Western Union will challenge a new state law via the court of visitation. Key figures Rossington Smith Histed, AFL supporters, and local agents in Emporia Topeka and Chicago brace for enforcement and possible constitutional challenges as prosecutions await the court’s action.
Judge W C Hook newly appointed federal judge for Kansas was guest of honor at a Topeka Bar Association banquet at the Throop hotel. The event featured toastmaster David Overmyer, a tropical garden setting, and remarks praising Hook’s learning and integrity. Judge Foster’s successor received warm applause and humor marked speeches from attendees and a read address from Charles Brood Smith.
The Mills Adams Co promotes new washable fabrics arriving for spring and summer. Zephyr Ginghams, Madras Cloths, Corded Novelties, Oxfords, Galateas, Egyptian Tissues, and many other woven and printed goods are shown in vibrant colors. New black and colored dress goods and fancy silks are highlighted, with a Corset Department urging visits before purchases.
The World reports J Pierpont Morgan returned to New York from London where he secured assent from Reading English stockholders to a plan uniting Eastern coal interests. The deal includes Vanderbilts of the Pennsylvania Railroad Maxwell of New Jersey Central and W H Truesdale of Dela ware Lackawanna & Western to form a single combine. Estimated annual savings reach 2,200,000. The outlined pro rata division would share output and profits among Reading Lackawanna & Western Pennsylvania Railroad New York Ontario & Western Teamway Central New Jersey New York Susquehanna & Western Schuylkill & Susquehanna with a vast capital.
Salvage stock from Palace Clothing Company to be sold at bargain prices. Sale starts Saturday at 07:00 am at 507 Kansas Avenue West Site Street between Fifth and Sixth.
The speech lauds the legal profession and its influence on federal judiciary while predicting a new chapter in district history. Following the toast sequence, several judges and officials are named as attendees, with out of town guests listed and the event ending after a long banquet. The second piece outlines the formation of United States Dyewood and Extract Company with capital stock and corporate officers, noting Boston and Philadelphia underwriters and initial working cash capital.
The certificate of incorporation with a capital of 10 million dollars was filed today in Camden New Jersey for the United States Dyewood and Extract Company. The document indicates plans to organize across New Jersey and New York with the company to be registered in Camden before further filing.
A telegram from Fort Leavenworth says the third battalion of the Sixteenth Infantry comprising Companies A C D and K will arrive from Huntsville at 7 am Thursday to outfit for the Manila trip. The orders delay San Francisco deployment and the date remains unspecified. At Vancouver Washington 1% March reports 200 people fell through ice near the confluence of three rivers outside Tien Tsim city. 106 drowned.
A Tuesday evening Bachelor Club party at Hudson’s hall drew many nonmembers. The event featured a wide circle of guests headed by Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Dretabach, Mr. and Mrs. George O. Mc Coy, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Boyd, and numerous others. Also noted were a fifty dollar gift and a surprise party planned by relatives in honor of a fortieth anniversary, plus several social outings and visits by local figures and out of town guests.
Washington reports Italy publicly presses China for territorial terms while the United States and Britain weigh their stance. Secretary Hay notes US policy opposes external territorial interests. Italy seeks Pekin approval via Conger, but diplomatic channels show Great Britain may soon clarify open door policy support or oppose Italy’s demands.
In Kansas City on March 3, Frank Jay Gould son of a railroad magnate and brother of Helen Gould Timnell toured the convention hall with B S Jewett. Gould asked how funds were raised to build the venue and declared Kansas City’s future depended on the prevailing spirit. The report notes the acoustics and a small coin incident during the visit.
A visitor notes Kansas City’s transformed streets and rebuilt buildings, praising the city’s urban revival and civic pride. The piece reflects on progress since earlier years and highlights a respected leader, underscoring optimism about future improvements.
The Empress of India brings dispatches from the East with updates on China. A central province rebellion reportedly raises an army of 10,000. more turmoil feared along the Yellow River. Reports mention Massacre claims near Part Myat and pirate activity near Mary patveg.
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