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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1899
Page
8
A poet warns shoppers to scrutinize cake soaps in grocers. Imitations may tempt buyers with praise from dealers. On washing day, inspect the product to ensure the Ivory Soap cake is genuine and not a fake before purchasing.
In a string of scattered box score lines, teams such as Louisville, Baltimore, Brooklyn, New York, Kansas City, Detroit, Milwaukee, St Paul, Indianapolis and Columbus are listed with batter and pitcher credits. Score by innings appears for several venues, with incomplete or garbled data across the entries.
Chicago dispatch reports William G. Edens recommends permanent street car letter boxes after a year test in Des Moines. The system speeds mail collection and reduces curbside cassettes by allowing mail to be dropped at points along trolley lines.
The Prussian royal commission on insurance, visiting the United States, met the German ambassador and Secretary May in Washington. Led by Knoebel-Dorberits and Marscal Von Bierberstein, they seek private negotiations with large insurers to enable reciprocal admission of life insurance companies. The group will move to New York for conferences expected to yield some form of reciprocal access.
In New York on May 3 a Wall Street report says a conference occurred among representatives of three major trusts seeking to coordinate and unify control of the nation’s steel and iron industries. Details remain sparse as officials assess potential market impact and regulatory implications.
Reports suggested a pivotal industry development in steel and iron, with unconfirmed details pointing to a meeting among Presidents Gates of American Steel and Wire, Gerry of Federal Steel, and other senior officers of related companies.
New York reports the Union Match company incorporated in Trenton with 10 million dollars capital. It clarifies there is no consolidation with Diamond or Continental, but a new corporation to manufacture and sell matches in the United States and Canada. The Adirondack plant was acquired and will be upgraded to enable lower prices to challenge rivals.
Ten of Illinois fourteen Republican members met in Chicago caucus and unanimously supported Albert J. Hopkins of Aurora for speaker. Walter Reaves presided, noting seven favored Hopkins and three favored Cannon. absent members sent telegrams pledging to abide by the majority. Cannon said he would strive to elect Hopkins speaker.
A War Department memorandum compares Spanish American War losses to the first year of the Civil War. It notes about 25 000 troops served May 1898 to April 1899 with 6 190 deaths from all causes, 24 percent mortality. The first year Civil War strength averaged 276 471, with 19 159 deaths, 65 percent mortality.
Washington May 2 The United States Supreme Court barred judges from taking part in proceedings in courts of appeal after dealing with the same cases in lower courts. The Moran vs Difingham case led to setting aside a decree of the Fifth Circuit because Judge Purdes of the Northern District of Texas had participated in the higher court proceedings.
Atlanta May 2 The famous Salmountain White county mine brings 200000 dollars at sale to London based Henriksen mining engineers. The sale price tops any in the state, surpassing many northern gold mines.
Governor Stanley presses for lower fire insurance premiums in Kansas. A six week correspondence with insurance officials led to a conference with Superintendent Church and a committee of Woolard Bailey and Van Valkenburg. The panel agreed to begin readjusting rates downward, though completion will take time. Stanley pledged to pursue reductions of up to 45 percent during his campaign.
Charles Clark 23, a clerk, was arrested in Yonkers on forgery charges. Police say he claimed to be from a wealthy Kansas family and used checks drawn on the Burlington Trust Company, with several similar forgeries reported across Westchester banks. He denied guilt and faced arraignment this morning.
Detroit May report shows Alger asked if he would run for United States Senate to replace McMillan. He says he would admire the honor if chosen but will not seek the seat. Secretary of War notes McMillan likely not to seek a third term and suggests he would discuss candidacy if plans changed.
In Mexico City on May, the governor of Sinaloa, seeking greater security, suspended constitutional guarantees in kidnapping, murder, robbery, and related crimes. Offenders will face capital punishment by authorities without trial when guilt is clear, a policy praised as a replacement for mob violence.
Minneapolis mills prepared to rival United States Flour Milling Company, rejecting higher offers and signaling a costly stand against the combine. In Cleveland Ohio, multiple unions staged strikes seeking eight hour days and higher wages with no disturbances reported.
Large selection of all wool mixtures and checks at half price. 38 to 48 inch widths in spring shades and a variety of colors including blues, browns, greens, tans, and cadet. Many fabrics reduced from 50c to 25c, 75c to 50c, or $1.25 to 75c. Stock includes Vigoureux, Etamine, Serges, Poplins, Epengalines, and more.
Discounted fabrics include 45 inch Mohair and crepons with prices cut from 89c to 69c per yard. Jaquard Mohair 50 inch wide now 75c yard, French Jacquards 48 inch wide 69c, English Crepons 42 inch wide 95c, German Crepons 42 inch wide 75c. Bright Silk Finished Crepons for skirts and waists priced 75c to 2.50. More specials available.
Osceola Missouri May 2 US deputy marshals were to confront three St Clair county judges but they avoided town and held court in the woods. The tax levy for county funds to pay interest on a railroad bond was already made by the county. The judges had warned of a deputy attack and returned to hiding with a reported mob of 500 farmers ready to protect them.
Governor Candler and his staff will depart Atlanta this afternoon at six to participate in the Georgia monument dedication at Chattanooga. The party includes several state officials and many ladies led by Mrs. Candler, with headquarters at the Southern hotel in Chattanooga.
A severe influenza epidemic sweeps through Simla and Allahabad. Viceroy Lord Curzon contracted the disease but is now convalescent. Lady Curzon also suffers the illness. Mary Leiter reportedly has died.
Washington May 2 Representative Doelliver of Iowa proposed General Henderson as speaker and said Str Sherman of New York would win unless Western Congressmen unite. He planned to tell Representative Hopkins and other western candidates in Chicago to reach an agreement to back the Western candidate with the most votes on the first ballot.
New lot of Mull Ties with plaited ends and lace trim offered at 10c after 25c value. Silk and cream Net Embroidered End Ties range from 1.00 to 2.50. Silk and Satin String Ties priced 10c to 25c. White P. K. and Madras Puff Scarfs plus wide four-in-hands at 25c. Ottoman and fancy Silk Puffs at 50c.
Local seller advertises 2,000 yards of wide percale available for 8he a yard with a plan to sell tomorrow at an extremely low price, inviting buyers to act quickly for bulk fabric.
White and colored waists in percale lawn pique and Madras cloth described as beauties to behold.
Topeka shoppers are invited to consider white and colored pique and duck wash skirts. Offered plain, braid trimmed, plain lined, and fancy lined styles. Sole agents in Topeka for Standard Patterns at attractive prices.
A local shop announces a fresh stock of silk gloves in black, black and white, all white, and white and black. Styles include 3 clasp models priced at 50 cents, 75 cents, and one dollar per pair.
Chicago reports Colonel Lee voices the army’s shift from flannel underwear to jean garments for tropical duty. Tol Brothers & Co. of Chicago were the low bidders at 39.4 cents per garment, bids sent to Washington for review. In Utah a bandit case ends with a bound over after a hearing. Capt. Brown’s killer, James Morgan, claims his brother George was slain by Ogden officers. Louisville announces a $6,000 silver service contract for the battleship Kentucky. the pieces number over seventy and rival Indiana and New York. Union Pacific offers reduced fares to California with through sleepers, via FA Lewis and J C Putton.
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