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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1898
Page
4
The fragment surveys wartime bravado and public commentary, noting Roosevelt’s Rough Riders and naval campaigns, then shifts to cultural vignettes and moral reflections. It cites press skepticism, gossip on actresses, public figures, temperance, and everyday aphorisms from diverse locales.
Mrs Mary Lang of North Toronto reports her son Morris Lang missing since Wednesday morning. The 14 year old, small in stature, wore a dark suit with short trousers and cap when last seen near Para more and Jefferson streets. Police have not located him and the mother, seeking news, offers a reward for information.
Washington reports at the quartermaster general's office that the City of Peking with over 16 men aboard will sail from San Francisco on Thursday for the Philippines. Brigadier General Otis is expected to accompany the first detachment, followed by General Merritt as commander in chief and military governor. General Miles recommends two more brigadiers, names not yet announced.
In Washington on May 16 the Senate defeated an amendment allowing government purchase of the railroad at cash value after ten years. Senator Allison of Iowa then introduced the war revenue bill and outlined its features. He said the bill could raise about 150 million annually, with Democrat amendments potentially pushing revenue higher by around 75 million.
Mr C J Prescott died about 1 o clock today at his city home after several weeks of consumption illness. He had been in declining health prior to death.
London reports about two million pounds of Chinese indemnity expected to be remitted to Japan to replace drained gold since the gold standard. Japan may keep indemnity as a London reserve and release funds for armament payments. England’s gold reserve grows as trade shifts with US breadstuff prices lifting exports. Money rates firm. stock prices steady as war hopes fade.
A package containing over 500000 francs in securities was stolen this morning from the Paris Lyons and Mediterranean railway. There is no clue to the theft.
The Herald reports the Heine monument was secretly accepted by New York City’s municipal art committee on May 6 after rejection by four American and two German cities. The sculpture, modeled by Prof. Herter for Dusseldorf, depicts three nymphs—Lyric Poetry, a Mermaid, and the World Sorrow—though other cities declined it for public display.
A Saturday event at Co. P Adams Music pavilion 13 West Sixth showcased Mr Adams as a prominent pianos salesman with crowded rooms all day and evening. The piece notes his quick business growth and mentions his own composition performed at Hamilton hall entertainment. The ad touts a specialty in colored shirts and waists with color guarantees from Peerless Steam Laundry.
Pratt county People's party delegates were named to state, congressional, and judicial conventions. They praised six to ten months of state governance under their party, commended efforts against monopolies and trusts, and endorsed acts in Congress against unfair taxation. Judge McKay delegates were tabled. delegates listed include W. F Brown, J. C. Pierson, and S. P. Gebhart.
Kansas City reports James J. Corbett arriving from the west on the Union Pacific. The ex-champion, in strong health, plans a New York bout with Fitzsimmons this summer. Manager William Brady will join to negotiate terms as Corbett eyes a location near New York and signals readiness to box anytime. Joe Corbett also remains in shape in California.
American Mellon association annual meeting June 7 to 12 in Denver. Missouri Pacific offers one fare round trip plus $2 for travel from all Kansas points. Tickets go on sale June 6 and 7 with return limit July 5. Inquiries to local agents for routes and Denver side trips.
World renowned violinist Edouard Remenyi collapsed on stage at the Orpheum theater in San Francisco during his first vaudeville appearance. He had bowled over the audience with classical pieces and an encore, saying beforehand he would play to the end of his life. He died before medical aid could help, leaving a widow and two daughters in Newark.
In Emporia the Fourth district Populist convention plans to nominate Madden for Congress amid a bitter split with Democrats backing Martin Marion County Populists refuse to honor Democratic candidate Madden seeks fusion terms while Lyon and Marion factions back Madden and Martin respectively. Delegates to the convention were left instructed but Madden selected them.
Madrid reports Spain seeks fuller details of Joseph Chamberlain's Birmingham speech on Anglo American alliance. Officials fear European and colonial clash if an offensive defensive pact forms, with Spain watching France Britain and Germany for reactions as tensions rise.
Stanton Hutchinson, a Chicago printer and newspaper reporter, jumped from a Union Pacific train near Lawrence after a Klondike gold quest. He was found on the track with a bag and items from a Toledo paper, and died en route to a hospital.
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