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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1898
Page
4
A fragmented column mocks the Spanish American War, praising Commodore Dewey's Manila victory. It jokes about Roosevelt era politics, the New York Post, and Uncle Sam’s funds while lampooning delayed news from Havana and calling for nurses and rapid mobilization.
A collage of lines evokes poverty hunger ambition and envy with aphorisms about wisdom and virtue. References touch on taxation poverty perception and moral cautions, mingling proverbs with stray phrases about farming guides and bargains. The text reads like a disjointed meditation on social hardship and human folly.
A battered verse piece by Mrs. C. S. Baker presents a war time song referencing marching soldiers and Spanish conflict imagery. The text blends refrain lines about tramp, tramp, and a cry for freedom while alluding to famine and fathers, mothers, and children amid battle sounds and marching troops.
Fragmented account shows boxer Patrick Fitz and New York’s Hotel owner amid talk of Fitz joining the Navy Reserve to fight Spain. Sailors from Brooklyn navy yard discuss enlistment with Fitz while he weighs his family obligations and potential boxing career.
From the Denver Republican: Mrs. Platt fulfilled a Kansas tour promise by visiting Topeka and Kansas City, attending receptions hosted by Atheneum Club leaders and Federation officers. She spoke to the Kansas Federation and met club women from Lawrence and Springfield amid strong patriotism, with plans for the biennial and hopes for leadership roles in the General Federation.
Rocky Ford Melon Growers Association met at Od Fellows' hall May 2 to move wintermelon day display to the Omaha exposition. Railroads offer free transport, towns like Powler Manzanola Rocky Ford La Junta Olney Ordway to ship exhibits. By laws amendment blocked by 406 present, but over 400 new members added. Committee formed to insure the cantaloupe crop.
The Bangs Co sale of Francis B. Hayes library in New York included Milton's Paradise Lost first edition printed in 1667, with high prices for rarities like Sir Thomas More works and a chronicle from Nuremberg. Several items fetched modest sums, while other rare volumes sold well, with prices mostly lower than expectations.
Washington May 3 Senator Gorman longtime chairman of the Democratic caucus in the senate has relinquished the post Senator Turple of Indiana was chosen as his successor In the caucus the scene was marked by eulogies and expressions of regret Cockrel broke down crying and speeches praised Gorman s services to the party
New York reports halt of ship traffic lights at Sandy Hook and nearby lighthouses. Pilot boats withdrawn except steam pilot New Yorke to board incoming vessels. Southern and eastern stations off Sandy Hook abandoned. One schooner remains near the hook to transfer pilots. Scows turned back at Nugrows until sunrise.
A report circulated in Pittsburgh claims the Arbuckle coffee firm and Havemeyer sugar interests are near a complete combination. The belief is that sugar and cotton prices will rise, prompting a scramble among dealers to stock up at current prices. Arbuckle officials declined comment, though insiders say the merger has been effectively formed.
Two couples, Will Reese with Miss Williams and Esau Gape with the bride of Mr. Gape, reunite in Elwood. The Wales natives met American partners after finding work here and plan a joyful ceremony tomorrow. The notice ties to travel options via Union Pacific trains to Kansas City and Topeka, with connections mentioned.
A letter notes occupational health risks, citing that indoor workers suffer from piles. It quotes A P Calhoun of Circleville West Virginia who claims the Pyramid Pile Cure cured his piles after two applications, plus the Pyramid Pills for constipation. Advertises Pyramid products at 50 cents per package, with pills at 25 cents. Mention of free title book from Pyramid Co Marshall Michigan.
A large Osage county mass Democratic convention met in Lyndon to elect delegates to state and congressional gatherings. Resolutions reaffirmed loyalty to Chicago platform, support for silver, and unity with Populists if district nominates a Democrat. T. S. O'Neil of Osage City was recommended for Emporia convention. Committees signed off.
In Chicago on May 3 a raid led by Justice Bontefol’s constables and Charlton & Copeland for the Wine and Spirits Traders’ Society seized one million illicit liquor labels and plates from a Kinzie Street loft. Joseph Weil, in charge, resisted. constable Breen was injured as Weil was arrested and bail set. The haul included labels, corks, and cups for many brands, filling an express wagon. Weil later released on bail after a confrontation over a safe.
Lawrence May 3 Douglas county commissioners face a surplus dilemma after a law barred more than 50000 in any bank and required interest. When one bank refused interest the funds were split among two banks, delivering about 70000 to each. The board met to decide a path forward amid the unusual cash position. Fort Scott May 3 Society women are summoned to testify in United States vs Letcher over improper letters affecting Miss Anna Guilford a soprano. If Letcher is held by the grand jury she faces trial this week. Fort Scott May 2 ex-policeman Harmon Guilty for abducting a 19 year old. Beloit May 3 Captain Frank Meljrath leads effort to form an independent cavalry company for possible government use.
In a Boston victory, the "seniors" were blanked 7 to 0 at Washington with 3,000 in attendance. Batteries: Washington Wehling and McGuire. Boston Nichols and Yeager. Other tallies include Chicago beating Louisville 7–4 and New York defeating Baltimore 4–1 as part of a day of baseball summaries across leagues.
A historical health notice explains kidney and bladder symptoms and warns of gradual decline. It touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy, claims easy self diagnosis by frequent urination, burning, or sediment, and offers free sample bottles by mail from Dr Kilmer & Co in Binghamton New York.
Reports from Emporia and Ottawa noting results in early May. Nebraska defeats Emporia in a mixed campus series with two Emporia teams. Ottawa beats Baker 3 to likely 0 in a second league game.
The Stevenson collection from Egypt, secured by Mrs Cornelius T Stevenson, arrived for the University of Pennsylvania museum. Packed in 42 cases, it will be stored in the library until the museum moves to new quarters next year. A large portion of the items were donated by the Khedive Egypt.
In Chicago May 3 the United States circuit court of appeals ruled for Gen John McNulta receiver of the whisky trust Dennehy Co and Moses Solomon The decree of the circuit court is affirmed It concerns rebates claimed but unpaid against the trust The decision seen as a major victory for the trust
In his 12th year the performer headlines a two day event under canvas at 13th and Harrison Streets with shows on Friday May 6 and Saturday May 7 at 2 30 and 8 p m.
A young woman named Mine Alice fainted during the opening hymn at a Newman Baptist church prayer meeting on May 7. She cried to stop singing, fell to the floor, and later regained consciousness with nervous shock. She cannot explain the incident.
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