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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1898
Page
5
Early hours saw distress rockets fired from a reportedly wrecked vessel off a coast. A boat crew from the town launched to the scene but found no clear sign of survivors as authorities sought confirmation and possible rescue signals.
In a chaotic report the piece describes an immense ice crusher for frozen rivers and a hypothetical war scenario. It cites Admiral Makaroff and tepid mentions of U S Spain Cuba, noting strategic tests and Arctic movements.
A promotional note touts a display for ladies to prepare their boys for a pastor, boasting a handsome line with latest novelties and the lowest prices available.
Readable text shows a dense roster of individuals and locations with scattered abbreviations. The fragment lists numerous names such as Barker Harturt Li Bourbar Brown and many others, interspersed with places and numbers, suggesting a committee or attendance tally from a historical record.
Attorney General Boyle will sue the Atlas Insurance Company of London in district court within days to force payment of 140 to the insurance department. Kansas agents admitted premiums but resisted entrance fees and taxes, prompting McNall to reopen the issue and seek full license and tax payment.
Mrs Annie L Diggs is named state librarian and James L Kings commission expires tonight. Diggs' term runs four years from today. J B Latimer of Pleasanton chosen as assistant librarian and Rev W G Todd of Kansas City becomes clerk replacing J J Fats Bowers. Diggs Latimer recently studied library work and begin their duties.
Eugene Hagan, head of the state sound money Democrats, sees no fusion in Raven this year. He cites inability to discuss publication now but hints developments may surface in weeks. Col W. P. Tormlingen predicts a Democratic ticket in the fold and Populists defeated, noting past treatment by allies and enemies.
Governor Lendy honors Nebraska requisition for two horse thieves captured this week in Marysville Kaw. The men aimed a team and harness on March 11. Real names unknown.
The state treasurer's office processes the annual bond invoice covering over 97 million dollars. Auditors check off bonds as the work proceeds, expected to finish within a week. National Reserve Association hosts a dance and stiff will be sold at a K P ball on Monday night March 2 with two cent admission. You should see Rock Island's new train, a hamster. Bananas nine per dozen at McCey Mere Co. Testh and Kansas avenue.
The Ladies society and Epworth League of the First Methodist Episcopal church invite all to a 2 PM reception honoring their new pastor and wife Bishop and Mrs Vincent. Various church leaders will attend and a warm welcome is extended to Dr and Mrs Thorpe along with other distinguished guests. Millinery openings and social events fill Kansas Avenue listings with multiple shops advertising new designs and dates Friday and Saturday.
A roster of residents and visitors from Morgan includes Isabel Crandall Nettle McPherson Mamie Fin nive John Keith MS Wallace Eva Crandall Trish Henry Lyons Denver air C Henderson J Wolford A J Crandall Frank Wobern F M Crawford Wil Fry Chas Otis Scott Roy M Irish and Tum Maze. The list shows community members connected to Morgan and surrounding communities.
Providence Rhode Island March 35 Two arrests were made and warrants issued against city pension claim agents for alleged forged vouchers and perjury in a wide fraud scheme. At least fifteen thousand dollars traced with more to follow. Willim Garrett and Cornelius Draper were charged with issuing or witnessing pension certificates and sworn statements. Bail set at five thousand dollars each.
The National Sound Money League in Chicago promotes its pamphlet The Money Question of Today by F. Smale. It reviews currency conditions and monetary reform since the last presidential election, urging lawmakers to consider reform themes in Congress and state campaigns.
Sixty Japanese workers arrived aboard the City of Puebla from Victoria BC with land certificates. Commissioner North and deputies found them among the same class as recently deported immigrants and ordered detention while awaiting Washington instructions.
San Francisco March 25 Mayor Phelan appoints a 13 member committee to devise a plan for an international exposition commemorating California joining the union. The panel will study sites funding and program ideas for the anniversary celebration.
In court, Andy Jordan colored, known for drug store fame, faced a charge of fast driving. He denied guilt, saying his horse was fast but he could not help it. The judge questioned him about speed, and Jordan claimed the horse could go a mile in four minutes if required. He was released after explaining he did not drive fast by choice.
The California Northwestern Railway Company is incorporated to build a railroad from San Francisco toward the redwood forests in Mendocino and Humboldt counties. The line will open hundreds of thousands of acres for export and direct shipment, connecting with the San Francisco and Portland Pacific road and linking to Tiburon or Sehellerne for Southern Pacific connections.
North Topeka notices list bread at 6 cents for 2s and 24 pictures for 5 cents at Courtney's, wallpaper 2 cents per roll at A Fi Kane's, 32 North Kansas Ave. Mr and Mrs Frank Berry to entertain informally. wall paper displays and new picture framing styles. Gillett family moves to 606 Jackson. McCabe attends Central Missouri conference as guest. Wyckolt visits North side camp. Comysy family moves from Kansas Ave to Madison Street. Ladies Duplicate whist club to meet Monday with Mrs Steinberger. Alkina family visiting daughter La Host.
Fragmented notes recount a near accident when a team attached to a wagon bolted through Saywell Street. Citizens, including Mr. Bolton, pursued and halted the beasts after they struck a telegraph pole, stunning a horse. Also noted: MEL church conference in Asbury chapel with Bishop Metabo presiding and missionary remarks on Africa.
A petition from 96 prominent Colorado Springs residents requests U S intervention on behalf of justice and national welfare. The letter argues the United States should refrain from war while warning against meddling in other nations. Signers include De Wilting Jr Slocum Eve Vink Bowbert Louis Ehrich and others.
Ben Merci, running a joint near North Topeka, was arrested yesterday for selling intoxicating liquor. He forfeited a deposit this morning but failed to appear for trial. John Kneister was also arrested yesterday for selling intoxicants near Crawford’s, with his trial scheduled for April.
Fragmentary travel notes list times and routes from Colorado to Topeka and Kansas City with scattered place names and items. Mentions Spinei, Topeka, Kansue Choy, Rock Inland Piyer, and various produce like onions and cabbage amid unclear context.
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