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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1900
Page
5
Mrs G G Gage petitions Topeka officials accusing the park of ruin and missing protections. She notes fencing removed and property damaged as she urges action to safeguard Gage Park lands near the western edge of the city, demanding reasonable efforts to preserve the site.
Citizens lament lack of timely action to fund park improvements at Gage Park and Arkansas, noting missing Arbor Day tree plantings and failed efforts to secure funds. The writer argues for quicker work and a legal reconveyance to protect park grounds, citing personal stakes and community interest.
A Washington dispatch reports the army bill plans pace for 700 cadets to West Point, aiming to expand the academy’s intake as current graduates and openings lag. The piece notes cadet slots and potential future expansion amid army needs and budget constraints.
Barton and Harwr of Feswell County coordinate a major camp at Stare Cove with several notable participants. WHR Scere and Katie Be TalTU Col Psat Milliken headline the event, while Harper Sot and Witty demonstrate skills and engage in contests.
Monday night’s school board session centered on appointing a census enumerator and adopting an open door policy for trade. Debates over candidate L. T. Gage versus rival choices highlighted conflicts of interest, pricing, and a proposed rule barring merchants and bankers from school dealings, provoking sharp exchanges among members.
Local items from Topeka report a mix of meetings, arrests, and community updates. Notable mentions include bishops attending Dean Hayden's silver jubilee, Stoves of this city at a guesting in Lyon county, and various civic notices.
Two Ohio citizens claim ownership of an island in the Maumee River causing a tax dispute. T Merrill of Toledo has paid Lucas County taxes for 18 years while another man has paid Wood County taxes for about 20 years. Wood County asserts the island lies within its boundary and original land grants and Washington surveys will be needed to settle the case.
Fire reported at 2 15 this morning endangers a large Charlotte bonded warehouse containing several thousand bales of cotton. Fire crews battle the blaze as shouts warn of possible greater loss.
Heavy rains drenched central and southern Illinois yesterday and today, aiding wheat and pastures. A severe late evening storm in Christian County damaged fruit crops significantly.
An old advertisement touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a cure for indigestion constipation and nervousness. It claims the product purifies and invigorates the blood and prevents malaria fever and ague while curing stomach ailments. A private revenue stamp should cover the bottle neck.
Last Friday Mr. and Mrs M Hermilter hosted a Clay Street party honoring their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. About fifty guests attended. Numerous gifts were exchanged. Several club members and locals are noted for upcoming events including dances, theatre, travel plans, and club meetings across Topeka and Lawrence.
Kansas City officers of the Weltner School of Magnetic Healing face federal charges in Nevada Missouri. Weltner and secretary Joseph H Kelly allegedly used advertising to promise cures for disease and poverty by absent treatment and life success but failed to provide equivalent value. Grand jury action noted with a forthcoming trial date.
Fayette A Samay and Sherman Deboray of West Srarta were found on the Shira face. The body is not yet found and the men were seen running near a building as a fire broke out. The loss is placed at $25,000.
Chicago millionaire P D Armour will leave tonight for New York and sail Thursday on a German liner to Newhein Germany. He will be absent until mid September, accompanied by his family physician and private secretary. Armour said he felt well but preferred to travel again after enjoying last year’s trip abroad. He expects to return in excellent health and spirits.
The Hutchinson dispute reaches the supreme court on Burns petition to vacate 16 acres once added to the city. The case centers on Burnss intent to evade corporation limits and taxes after the land was taken for the citys bond issue. A jury found against vacation, and Burns seeks relief as the court considers the appeal.
A garbled notice touts Ticksta on sale May 7 with a price of £830 and references an agent T L King and contact details. It mentions Jung troubles and drug 5 bad bios, then promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for indigestion and health issues in a terse, ambiguous fashion.
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