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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1898
Page
4
The page mixes war commentary and local notes. It mentions Dewey in Manila, a British and American stance on Cuba, Topeka mobilization, and local newspaper chatter. It reflects editorials on blockades, European powers, and public sentiment during the Cuba conflict era with scattered regional remarks.
In Butler county a 23 year old man named Harkrader was shot dead at home by his wife as he slept. The wife, awakened by a dream of troops coming for him, fired two shots from his pistol into his heart, killing him instantly. Neighbors notified, wife distraught, both families described as well connected.
Indianapolis May 2 a dramatic appeal by General Lew Wallace to enlist as a private in company M of the regiment. He sought a rebirth of service to redeem his error at Shiloh, marching through rain to prove his devotion and to atone for the battle mishap that hampered his career.
New York May 2 Republic Club event featured Chauncey M Depew denouncing Congress members who oppose war financing terms He said unity supports the president and war efforts while urging accountability for bond issues and criticizing political maneuvering in Washington He compared dissenters to Spain and stressed backing for the war.
New York on May 2 reports broad price increases across staples due to war and wheat shortages. Bread flour and cereals lead gains, with flour up 1.50 a barrel in two weeks, sugar and beans higher, coffee and tea dearer, and pork, lard, and bacon rising. Retail grocers and dry goods retailers pass costs to customers amid tighter supplies and expected government contracts.
May 4 report from New York shows Senator Platt frustrated as his NY lieutenants fail to enroll supporters for the primary. Promises from Lemuel Bly Quigg, Fred Gibbs, Cornelius Van Cott, and Abraham Grueber fall short. Anti-Platt factions led by Wagner Swaine and William Brookfield claim 50 000 signatures, while George W. Plunkett’s enrollment pushes toward 200 000 names submitted to the elections bureau. Democrats appear unified. Republicans split into two camps ahead of the primaries.
Anderson Indiana May 2 Charles Conners swallowed poison to end a strange Enoch Arden case. He had married a widow two years ago, though her first husband had died ten years earlier. The former husband resurfaced and tried to claim the wife. Conners tried to bind and hide her, then killed himself rather than face bigamy. His farewell letter said he wanted to protect the woman from suspicion.
A Philly report cites a census showing four year gains in railway miles by region. Africa leads with over 26 percent growth, Europe 9 percent, Asia 22 percent, America 9 percent, and Australia about 12 percent. Global total reaches 433,953 miles, more than 17 times Earth’s equator. North America now has more rail mileage than all other regions combined.
A plan to invest 500000 to build a beet sugar factory in Benton Harbor is moving forward. The plant would process about 20 tons of beet sugar daily and require 25 acres, with farmers contributing a year’s crop of beets or 25 acres and 5000 dollars in cash. The project would be tied to Michigan’s sugar beet bounty and price schedule for beets containing saccharine matter. The proposal cites land use and crop figures to justify the factory’s scale and output. It notes the city’s donation of land for the facility and outlines the expected local economic impact.
Controller Color outlines that Greater New York exceeds the constitutional debt limit by more than 80, or 0.0 for the real estate value. He finds that old New York surpassed its limit by 2420.96 dollars and Manhattan Bronx territory by 25 000. The total remains within the limit after subtracting unfinished contracts and park land condemnations. Further investigation may reveal a worse financial condition, delaying city projects and criticizing past reforms.
New York May 2 Father Francis Dent sues Archbishop Michael A Corrikus Willan T Schrey Joseph L Keane and the Society of Priests Minor of the order of St Francie in a false imprisonment action. Dent says he signed a $1000 release in 1806 to obtain his release and claims it released the others from further claims. Judge James Troy requested dismissal arguing the release bound all in the action.
Mrs Eliza Stan nard of 23 Brevourt Place marked her centenary on May 2 in New York. Despite total blindness for twenty years she greeted all guests from noon to midnight and, at midnight, danced a five minute waltz with a young guest Select after the music ended she said she had never felt better in health or spirits.
Ex Judge Clymer a third ward council member sparked a hornets nest Saturday night by presenting a ten dollar bill for groceries and coal for Mary R Burkett. He cited state law forbidding city supply by any council member or their household. The dispute, ongoing for years, provoked heated argument as Sellester Watkins was asked for an opinion.
John McNamara says the Los Angeles La Fiesta festival planned for May 5 was canceled due to intense anti Spanish sentiment. Directors spent about 110000 on costumes and hosts but fear a deadly backlash if the parade proceeds. They plan a patriotic display for July 4 instead. An actress in a Spanish peasant costume drew jeers in a California theatre as Spanish residents avoid visible sympathy.
Chicago residents report an effigy of Gen Werler dressed in striped trousers a corduroy waistcoat silk hat and patent leather shoes hung on a telegraph pole at Halstead and Ewing. John Abrahamson climbed up cut wires seized the gown and fled but police halted the act as a crowd demanded return of the shoes after a brief arrest. Sunday other details note heightened patriotic sentiment and a prior week’s removal of the effigy. Also advertised are reduced rates to the Grand Encampment mining district with one way special fares and round trips from Kansas Colorado and Utah.
New York May 2 The United States cruiser Topeka under Lieut J J Knapp arrived in the bay after a 12 day voyage from Falmouth England The ship bore a bare deck and high hull with two yellow funnels and sails brig rigged with no guns yet stowed in the hold The crew numbered forty six and Knapp said no war vessels were sighted The Topeka tows speed of 16 knots and will likely mount 6 inch and 4 7 rapid fire guns once fitted
The Lyon county Republican convention praised Major Calvin Hood for governor and endorsed his candidacy with a resolution. Delegates named by Hood include Z. D. Jacobs, C. W. Eskridge, I. E. Larabert, and W. P. Wilcox as his supporters.
A historical advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the best indigestion remedy. It claims tablet form stays fresh, portable use, pleasant taste, dissolves after meals, digests food to prevent gas, purifies blood, and aids flesh gain, presenting one disease one remedy branding.
Salinas May 2 Work on the steel frame of Spreckels main factory building was reported practically completed by GR Feld representing Risdon Iron Works. The San Francisco Bridge company finished its contract and the rail call is nearly enclosed on the north side. Pipe line work from the pump across the river will start in six to eight days, with a new bridge to follow, marking the plant near full completion ready for crushing.
At New York's May 2 training update Fred Titus and Major Taylor, joined by Manager Kennedy and pacemakers, begin regular season work. The American Cyclery Association aims to ready them for a May 14 Boston event, Titus vs McDuffee in a five mile race paced by 48 riders.
An aged Lincoln merchant, J. Burton, received a Madrid letter from a Spaniard signing Santiago de Ochoa claiming that 650,000 gran s burned near Lincoln long ago. the writer offers to donate to the Spanish war fund and asks Burton to wire whether the treasure can be dug up for a share.
Detroit May 2 Governor Pingree criticizes Western Union Telegraph for lacking patriotism after refusing military rates. He sent an open letter to the company president questioning whether patriotism has been drowned by profits and slurring allied ties.
Mexico Missouri May 3 Congressman Champ Clark says there will be no separate platform for the Chicago convention. He urges reading the Democratic platform aloud with Bryan on it to elect him and restart a 24 year Democratic era. He invokes Lincoln and warns against changing horses midstream.
Tacoma news reports no surplus wheat in Washington and Idaho. May 2 price in Tacoma at 1.05. Available supply about 90,000 bushels in the two states while mills need 5,006,000 bushels before new crop. California is drawing on remaining stock as exports continue, prompting alarm among millers.
Manitou Colorado May 2 The Manitou and Pike Peak road ran the first train of the season to the summit of Pike Peak Sunday The roadbed is in excellent shape and rolling stock thoroughly overhauled and prepared for the new season
Dr A J Ternaine of Paris leads a French aeronaut party seeking to reach Dawson City by balloon. The group, with three assistants, arrived in York and Vancouver, plans Fort Wrangel station, and asks Ottawa for duty free release as scientific apparatus.
A committee of Protestant ministers and laymen urged Gen Wade to seek a war department order for a large tent or tabernacle at the camp grounds for religious services. Wade welcomed the idea but said there is no authority to issue tents and the government has none suitable, though ministers may choose any location on the camp premises to erect one.
The April forecast and measurements show a warm month with an average temperature near 66.8 degrees. The highest reading reached 81 degrees on the 15th, while the lowest was a cold note near 48 degrees. Rainfall totaled 5.27 inches, well above the normal 2.4 inches, with a notable Friday rain of about 1.30 inches.
A sale of forty nine high quality carriage horses in New York drew few bidders yet achieved notable prices. J T Lay of Boston purchased the best lot for 3.75, while other lots fetched 65.100 to 85.100, with buyers including Messrs. Shet and Cannon. Mayor Harrison also features in a new portrait amid favorable impressions. Nashville plans a $50,000 brewery and hotel project, and railroad timetable notes mention a Kansas City to Topeka service.
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