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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1899
Page
6
A local grocery advertises deep discounts on flour sugar canned goods teas coffees and meats at The Star Grocery East Sixth Street. It claims higher value with more sugar and lower prices across staples including dried fruits table luxuries and numerous pantry items with extensive mail order offerings.
A readable note describes a Lawrence team Washburn and the University preparing for a Thursday game labeled athletic. The text mentions fans and positions and lists players such as Tucker Fy and ApEn, indicating a local sports brief with uncertain names.
A New York patrolman collapsed at a Broad Street fire scene amid extreme heat. Humidity and high temperatures forced responders to battle heat exposure as authorities report rising heat-related illnesses.
Real estate transfers show T. C Cannon and wife to CE Tree stan for $1 on block 1 Center Street Cab Bell add ion. Augustus Lorine to B 3t Mi and E. T. ice for $1 with multiple lots in Waverly Pine Shawneen county transfers. M. Pye and wife sell to James P Wahie for $1,625 with interests on Clay Street Wentworth Place. Loulye Wable and husband to Essai Ane Tischer for $ idol on First Ward parcels. Fr A Shall ty and Wilt/L unabed to J A Col x for $2,100 covering Van Buren Streetlots 369 and 71.
The Steril company joins forces with American Steel and Wire National Steel and Amercia Tin Plate. J and W Selleman JP Morgan and Co, National City Bank act as financial agents for the proposed combination.
Havana reports a Cuban future driven by a central role for Madame Cespedes. Her Havana salon hosts Gen. Maxim Gomez and other leaders as talks suggest she and Gomez guide plans for Cuba’s first real republic president. Carlos Cespedes is proposed as candidate amid anticipated U.S. occupation timing.
Patrick H. Vayne settles all disputes with Brooklyn Rapid Transit. Mr. Flynn sells Nassau Electric holdings in Coney Island and Brooklyn properties for 2.25 million dollars. The transfer includes dissolution of pending suits against the transit company. Thos L. Ross moves his real estate office to 807 Kansas Avenue.
Kansas club women show vigor in backing traveling library legislation and fiscal prudence in correspondence and reports. The club house reception featured wood tones, portraits, palms, sunflowers and soft lighting as hundreds of women gathered to celebrate the library efforts and honor Capt. Rockwell’s gift on the twenty second anniversary.
Barton Atkinson reports that the postmaster general will bar dispatch of certain pamphlets to the Philippines to avoid stirring unrest among soldiers. The first edition, dedicated to President McKinley, argued for annexation and was printed under Senate authority.
The article notes that attacking the president and government in virulent language and urging troops to defy policy could prompt government action. It states there is no intention to prosecute Mr Atkinson currently, but authorities may stop or curb circulation of the seditious material as needed.
New York theater news notes current terminations and upcoming casts. Em pire will host the final performance of Lord and Lady Alex this season with Maud Adams Juliet and Favershacy Romeo. Rupert of Hentro will close at Lyceum due to Hackett’s Empire engagement. Governor farce exits Lyceum next week. Zoza prolongs at Garrick to mid June. Cuckoo ends at Wallack’s season. The Broadway opens this week under Jatab Litt with Shenandoah. cast includes Haworth Gilmour Trampson, Comstock, Fernandez, Losco, Henderson, Hendricks. The Sun in the Moon extravagance promises rich ballet. show moves faster and gains addtions.
In Durango a bull fight featuring Americanca draws strong commentary. Clergy split over its morality with one priest questioning the sin and Catholic leaders urging devotion to the Virgin of Guadalupe, while bishops advocate pity and reform amid a rising personal crisis trend.
The Snan & New S4 s annual harness and saddle horse sale opened at Vinion stock yards. Thirty horses catalogued attracted a fine attendance with strong demand for quality stock. Prices ranged to 210% for the pacing mare Bell Jordan, bought by EBHL Soticeman of Chicago for 1,900. Kaiser Visits Strasburg Amid German Imperial visit with decorations and celebrations. Alexander Biddle, long-time Pennsylvania Railroad director, dead at 52. war service with West Pennsylvania volunteers and Gettysburg command. Insurance compasses return as four longtime firms resume business under new law.
No rainfall this spring cripples farming as Arayth haciendas struggle to plant. Attoyac river water shortage halts several mills and print works. Merida depot burned causing property losses. station and surrounding areas damaged with six deaths in the city until control was achieved.
The American Hile and Leather company was incorporated in Jersey City with capital of 70,000,000 and 300,696,000 shares. The incorporators listed are Hobert Green of Elizabeth Frederick E. Woodhurs and Edward M. F. Miller of New York.
The above clearly reduced rate has been much by the Union Pacific to California points. Through tourist sleepers, quicker time than any other line. For tickets and full information call on FA Lewis city ticket agent of J.C. Fulton depot agent.
Chattanooga May 3 The Kentucky granite monument in Chickamauga Park was dedicated in ceremonies led by Gov. Bradley and state officials. Remarks praised reconciliation of Civil War factions and honored both Union and Confederate servicemen, with Gen. H. V. Boynton accepting for the government. The monument, among the finest at Chickamauga, commemorates Kentuckians who fought for both sides and other veterans.
Edward Croker, nephew of Richard Croker, is appointed deputy chief commanding of the New York Fire Department by Fire Commissioner Scannell. He steps in temporarily as Hugh Bonner resigns after four decades of service, with Croker expected to be kept as chief.
At Everest a prohibition clash ends with Turner hall closed. The society president and a employee are arrested, druggist Geo Marak detained, and a joint keeper’s wife files a complaint. Two men, including a prominent merchant, face gambling charges as the dispute widens. Kansas University meets Washburn College at Athletic Park tomorrow.
Casualties listed include First Colorado May 1 company K First Sergeant Wm D Burling Sergeant Clifford H Bower and Corporal Jacob Fisher with severe abdomen injuries Private Frederick Miller severe thigh in company M Killed Thirteenth Minnesotas May 1 Private Frank Smith among the casualties
Washburn college and T A A met at Athletic Park on Tuesday in a dull game. Washburn won 17 to 4 as Mauck started for P A A and was hit hard. Washburn used three pitchers with little effect, and the game ended after eight innings with a lopsided score and misplayed innings.
Gage suffered a paralytic stroke Tuesday afternoon while at his physician Dr Grubbs office. Left side facial and hand weakness noted. he is recovering at home in fair condition. Despite poor health recently, he attended a Golden Wedding event Monday and appeared in good spirits. Also reported: National Light and Power Co of Jersey City incorporated with capital of 15 0 000, incorporators Carl Rosewell Miller L Austin and Frank W Dobbins.
Grain desk notes mixed action with wheat advancing on cash demand and reports of rain relief, but end of day weakness as futures cooled. Corn and oats firm on buying, while provisions slip and hog prices steady. cash markets show demand uneven amid snow and cold in the Northwest.
Market news covers wheat, sugar, silver, government bonds, and foreign trade notes. Reports mention New York Money Market rates, Topeka cash prices, and prices for corn, oats, and wheat with freight and weather influences.
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