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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1898
Page
10
Wichita citizens press ahead to fund irrigation against Arkansas River Colorado ditch interests. Northern Kansas dairymen form stock company to secure lower creamery insurance rates. March meetings in Topeka and Wichita chart expansion, charter plans, and pricing. officials cited high premiums and urged county and city support.
Will be an apple xing. An Atchison man owns 850 acres of trees and earns about 240 dollars per acre. William Reese plans a new hundred acre orchard near Mud Lake and reports average returns around 90 dollars per acre. He notes one sale of 190 acres for cash and describes future plantings while trimming and building projects proceed in Kansas. Delegates from Irkpatrick Arkansas City report strong support for Kirkpatrick for congress.
Superintendent Sirydan computes a compilation showing average salaries for teachers across city classes and the average number of pupils per teacher. Highest pay in the first class grammar department is 90 with 4 pupils per teacher in the high school, while averages in second class primary and grammar departments hover around 41 to 47 dollars with 4 to 7 pupils per teacher.
Temporary repairs are under way at the state university power house in Lawrence and the drive to fund the rebuilding of the boiler and machinery continues. Chancellor Syon says 7000 has been raised among friends to cover the immediate needs and supporters plan to raise more to restore the mechanical and chemical equipment. Until replacement is completed, engineering aid and mechanical claims must be dispensed with.
A London suit over libel failed to award damages to the composer of Pinafore amid unclear, garbled text. The case centers on alleged insults and publishing questions, with no monetary relief granted.
Anderson County Republicans defeat Bis Man Brows in a county convention held at Garrett Monday. Franks Brown faction is routed across city and country precincts. Brown sought to block Cyne Taland’s slate and opposed W. J. Buchan and Puriston for governor, but failed and withdrew.
In Cherokee county the Republican primary opposition to Congressman Kirkpatrick surfaces as G W Pyle leads delegates in denouncing his post office deal making. Phil Kelley recounts meeting a Civil War veteran named Bondi Russell at a Washington hotel, revealing a long unknown connection.
London March Worlihy continues with importation attached to Lord Selbourne the colonial secretary. He states there is no aim to exclude Trostia from Manchuria and calls for maintaining the British sphere of influence in China while warning against stronger moves by other powers. The Times and other papers interpret the speech as a firm government stance and hint at further measures to protect British interests in the region.
London dispatch reports Russia France and Germany expected to press ahead with a five year armistice term while Reed Mining consolidates a 44 million charter. New mining ventures in Kan City and Wyandotte County seek charters with Oak Ridge Fratt Paro and other local firms listed among directors and capital stock details.
The Topeka edition lists Union Pacific timetable effective Sunday March 13 1898. Contains train schedules and service notes for local and through routes. Ridership information and station stops are noted for the Topeka area and neighboring points.
A February 15, 1898 letter from an admirer alleges a Spanish gang planned and financed the Maine explosion. It names divers Pepe Taco or Pepe Barguin, a plan to blow the ship for 6000 with 4000 later, and notes deaths and wounds among the conspirators. The consular clerk cites doubts over the Pepe name.
Fort Monroe Va March 9 War paint is the main task of the American flying squadron nucleus under Commodore Schley preparing for war. The Brooklyn has dressed, Massachusetts nearly finished, Ship outfits to be completed by yough. Minneapolis to run tests this week. Around 8 sailors and Marines applied. 250 more rejected by strict exams. Schley has not received orders for future moves but will be ready within 48 to 66 hours. he aims to lead the fleet to a decisive action against the Spanish torpedo boat destroyer.
Andrew D White denies statements attributed by a Berlin special to a London correspondent asserting he learned from Mr White that Emperor William believed the Maine was not destroyed from the outside. He says he shared the same view as the commission the ambassador also denies.
Captain Sigsber arrived at the Navy Department to report for duty and declare his readiness to execute any tasks assigned. The ceremony drew widespread attention as the diplomat’s rare hydrographic officer role and recent perilous experiences were recalled by officials and visitors alike.
A large group of school teachers and naval associates welcomed Captain Sigstee at the Navy Department. He spoke with Assistant Secretary Roosevelt and urged relief for Commander Wainwright, stationed in Havana, citing harsh climate and six weeks of continuous wrecking duty under strain.
The body of Lieutenant W. Jenkins of the Maine passed through Cincinnati en route to Pittsburgh for burial. Four companies of the Sixth Infantry escorted the casket under Captain Wetherill, with Colonel Cochrane and officers present. Loyal Legion members joined a brief, solemn ceremony as the train arrived with a dirge and the Star Spangled Banner.
London reports that Robinson and McMorris two U S naval students recalled from Glascow after assaulting Lieut Commander Colwell. They sail for the United States on Saturday. The US cruiser San Francisco and New Orleans left the Thames Sunday test for speed due to engine trouble. Spanish agents watched the San Francisco and New Orleans. Washington negotiates to buy three Greek cruisers in Athens.
Vienna report quotes Marquis of Hoyos Spanish ambassador to Austria Hungary explaining that American control of Cuba would shape global power. He calls Cuba the key to the Atlantic and says a Pan American or other canal would make it the key to the Pacific. He warns of serious consequences if New York harbor were blockaded.
Barcelona reports a plan to embark artillery in two vessels bound for the Canary Islands for defense in possible war. Workers offer to cover costs with monthly wages, totaling about $300,000, to fund the purchase of HL. I. McCarmet's steel yacht Garald, once offered to the U S government, but declined.
Senator Tillman delivered a lengthy tribute to the late South Carolina statesman Joseph A. Earle. He recalled their political rivalry in 1890 and praised Earle’s integrity and ability, noting the reform movement that helped shape Palmetto State politics. The senate adjourned in honor of Earle.
The Times Hong Kong correspondent reports a grand ball given in honor of Prince Henry of Prussia. The prince proposed prosperity to the colony, and Gen. Binck thanked him for his gracious words. The event reflected cordial relations between Britain and Germany amid colonial affairs.
Framed advertisements advertise Frances E Willard biography and endorsements, with agents selling a color printing device for signs on rough surfaces. Also a flood of rental notices list furnished and unfurnished rooms, lodgings, and houses for rent across multiple streets, with varying amenities.
Real estate and assorted sale notices list nine room house on Greenwood Avenue with cistern water and inner closet, payment terms by small down payment, central Topeka listings, farm and acreage offers in Bekridew and Kaw counties, multiple parcels near Santa Fe shops and Kane area, plus watchmaker services and jewelry offers. Addresses include Journal, Topeka, Newton Kansas, and local box ad notes.
Storage household goods packed hauled shipped or stored. 123 East Sixth st. Tel. 138. Merchants Transfer and Storage Co. Money lent on pianos organs sewing machines watches diamonds and any goods security. Partly legible. Bowman and Co. Columbian Building. Money to loan on farms in eastern Kansas.
The city issues contracts for stone walk repairs and wall construction as ordered by the mayor and council. Bidders must submit certified checks of 29 dollars with proposals, guarantee performance within the stated time, and provide bid details per the city engineer’s specifications.
Afr. Joseph James of Indianapolis faced death from consumption last November. He wasted to a skeleton as doctors and family awaited his death. A friend gave him Brasilian Balm to ease coughing. the bottle’s effects led him to rely on it, abandon the doctor, and shortly he fully recovered, regaining weight and strength.
Fragmentary reader note praises a local train and dabbles in dubious medical claims about opium cures and Brazilian Balm. The text mixes product endorsements with unsafe medicine warnings and promotional lines from A. J. Arnott & Bon. Wholesale agents Topeka.
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