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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1899
Page
4
A cluttered, opinion filled page features Frank Mac Lennan’s Topeka State Journal selections and the Atchison Globe Sights column. It weaves political quips on Dewey and Philippine war talk with local notes, social mores, and humorous vignettes reflecting era attitudes.
excerpt from the Pittsburgh Dispatch discusses Chauncey M. Depew's forecast that parties will condemn trusts and monopolies in their platforms next year. the piece notes distrustful ties between tariffs and trusts and questions if parties will take real action to curb concentrated wealth and anti-competitive practices.
The record notes that neither party has included a required section in tariff legislation. It contends Republicans have more incentive to adopt the provision due to enacted measures, while Democrats show similar inaction. Both parties stay at an exact level on neglect.
A fragment from Chicas News notes that fancy penmanship alone won t make wealth and warns that a single letter can imply threats. It mockingly reflects on public vanity and caution, suggesting restraint in self display and haste.
The report notes a warmer week with scattered heavy rains in northeastern and southern regions and good showers in central counties. Corn planting nears completion with growth up to Atchison and Marshall, wheat improving except in extreme southeast. Potatoes and grass thriving. some fields still stall marked by dry pockets and needed rain in central and northern areas. Western states report continued droughty, windy conditions and delayed crop growth in parts.
The Santa Fe company secured a contract to transport two companies of tin United States infantry from Fort Leavenworth to San Francisco. The troops will board a special train bound for the coast, passing Topeka on Tuesday or Wednesday next week, en route to the Philippines.
In Pratt on May 14 a Modern Woodmen camp aided a search for a missing three year old girl who wandered away from home with two brothers. The child was found early morning in a timber grove about ten miles from home, lying on her face sobbing in sleep and unharmed.
Pratt May 1 A well known young attorney and Republican politician faced a proposal riffing on marriage when a friend offered to pay for a license in probate court. The judge issued the license after the three dollar payment and the attorney insisted he would marry only with funds. The incident ends with the claim the license will be recorded as law requires while the friend enjoys three dollars of amusement.
May 1 in Hill City Sam Garland returns from Miseoum where he was sent by the Graham County Colored Immigration Society to recruit colored families and gather support for settlement near Nicodem. W T L Sayres, clerk of the Graham County court and president of the Society, notes land offers rose from 800 to 1000 dollars as the movement expands.
A man claiming to be Mr. Wells from north of Cherryvale attempted to contract for advertising space on a farmer’s house and barn, charging 140 feet at a rate of one half cent per foot, then failed to deliver as more parties appeared asking for 144 feet and later a claim for 300 dollars. Authorities warn the suspect will face court action.
Hutchinson reports Thomas Robertson a Reno county farmer and stock raiser was fatally attacked Sunday evening by a dehorned bull. He attempted to defend himself with a pitchfork as the bull gored him. a neighbor with a rifle shot the animal after the struggle. The incident was witnessed by Robertson's invalid wife.
Report cites ongoing probe into federal prison affairs. Warden Fevoch and Deputy Warden Allen face pressure amid rumors of a resignation request. Both officials deny involvement and insist they have not been asked to step down.
An old advertisement touts Munyon’s inhaler for colds coughs hay fever bronchitis and asthma as diseases of the throat and lungs. It claims the vapor reaches sores and can heal raw places while acting as a tonic. Available 1.00 at druggists or by mail from 1305 Arch St Philadelphia.
Hutchinson Kansas hosts a musical jubilee May 16 to Friday featuring more than twenty contests and prizes exceeding 1400. Interstate soprano solo contest opens to all states, first prize 31M. Judges include Frederick W. Root and Allen H. Spencer of Chicago. Daily lectures, chorus drills, and piano recitals planned with prizes awarded Friday evening.
A jumble of brief items reports a blind woman in Brown's Creek Texas, car nuisances in Topeka, an opera house for veterans in Leavenworth, bank and bond news in Kansas and nationwide, a private secretary appointment in Atchison, and a man starving himself in Abilene who finally eats. Names include Mrs W C Gann, Col Sidney G Cook, W Wichita, J T Tutts, and others.
Bowls mother of LC Howls at Mayview stricken with paralysis recently and not expected to recover in her eightieth year. Ringling Bros. great canvas pavilions cover more than twelve acres and form a veritable city of tents. The mammoth hippodrome amphitheater is the largest ever constructed and is absolutely impervious to rain.
Johannesburg woke to news of seven alleged former British officers named Nichols Patter gon Tremiett Hills Fret Hoper and Mitchell being arrested on high treason charges. They were brought to Pretoria by special train and held after incriminating documents were found. Officials expect further arrests as London and Cape Town monitor the situation closely.
Friends of Lieutenant Colonel Ed Little of the Twentieth Kansas regiment are discussing a fund to purchase him a sword. Reports from the Philippines praise his daring and efficiency, and dissatisfaction over Major Wilder Metcalf succeeding Funston fuels support. The move is led by men across party lines, aiming to recognize his conduct.
While dining Mec Nall received a summons in a suit by Metropolitan Life Insurance Co over a 1306.42 tax payment. The company alleges oppression and improper collection when McNall, then superintendent of insurance, required the payment for readmission. The suit seeks recovery of funds and cites prior Kansas business profits and a prior $100,000 damages ruling in a related case.
In Effingham Kansas long time editor of the Effingham New Town dies at Missouri Baptist Sanitarium after a Saturday operation. Wife present at death and escorting remains home. He had served as postmaster under the current administration and wrote his last article the prior Saturday. Buried in Effingham today. Also noted Denver plans to use Santa Fe tracks for passenger service shortening route 17 miles while Colorado Southern retains freight line.
A Thursday afternoon benefit at the home of Mrs. J D McFarland with proceeds for the W A tied to a district project. Mrs W A Johnston hosts. community members invited to attend and support the cause.
City council awards contracts for Huntoon street paving and grading. John Fuehle to pave and curb at 1.25 per sq yd and 0.25 per ft, curbing in concrete. Baker & Bradbury to grade at 0.26 per cu yd, work to start within days and finish within 60 70 days. paving from Topeka avenue to Fillmore street. The Washburn drive portion will be advertised soon.
Governor Stanley plans to reinstate conditional parole for Karas penitentiary inmates, extending Morrill era policy to shorter crimes. Pardons allow release with monitoring. violation triggers re-incarceration to complete original terms. Attorney General Dawes and Judge West affirm this as lawful. Fennsas with
The city council debated a new nuisance ordinance to replace the old one deemed illegal by Jude Haaser. It was introduced at Monday’s meeting and sent to the Judiciary committee. Councilman Nevites urged passage under suspension of the rules, but the council declined.
At noon telegrams from Iola invited the Grand Lodge to hold its session for ISS there. The Commercial Club and local lodges extended the invitation and it is likely the grand lodge may meet there by May 20. During the session the grand lodge will probably adopt a bylaw about reinstatement of dropped members.
Special to the Star from San Francisco reports Caplan FE Buchan of the Twentieth Kansas regiment, arrived on the Valencia, relaying Frederick Funston's political ambitions and his stance on public life. He suggests Funston plans to avoid party politics and hints at moves regarding the Philippines rebellion era.
Frank Ford of the bridge and building department was found intoxicated on First and Madison Street after a night of drinking. He woke at daylight and discovered his pockets emptied with $6 missing. Police investigate the alleged robbery by local men.
Real estate transfers involve Mary T Wallace and husband to C r Knowles and Bennett H Wheel receivers for Investment Trust with sheriff deed about $600 for 205 207 emus East Crane's addition. J K Hudson et al transfer to same group covering 31% 12 lots in Hishland Park. Sarah A Thurston administrator of Ella Tl Greet estate transfers to George H Hiall part of No 4 36 11 15 on Lincoln Street. Maria C Schar merborn receives $1046 for part of NE 4 of 38 11 16 on Lincoln Street.
The Santa Fe system announces a lowered transportation rate for employees. Effective June 1, employees traveling over one or more system roads will pay half a cent per mile instead of one cent. Previously, Santa Fe proper employees paid two cents per mile when traveling over Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe, Santa Fe Pacific, or Southern California lines. The reduction applies to intersystem travel in both directions.
Ohio Attorney General Frank Monnett testifies in the oil trust inquiry, detailing how the Standard Oil group controls production, transportation, refining, and delivery. He cites telegraph and railroad rate discrimination, stock distributions, and a company value exceeding state oil output. He argues control of transport to curb the trust, and notes annual Ohio oil receipts and profits, with one trustee wielding major power.
Mrs. Charles Spendlove, living with her mother near Tenth street, tried to take her life last night by swallowing quicksilver scraped from a Tookings glass. A physician arrived in time to save her as the scene was witnessed by De Culdren. Trouble with her husband was stated as the cause.
Alec Mass faced charges in Palte court after alleged wrongdoing. The report notes Moss piloting a plane near Crosby’s area and references the Bark of Shunganitian as part of the fragmentary details.
A government group led by Vander Up and Allen met to organize a national committee to raise funds for a Dewey home in Washington. Roberts and other officials will accept contributions in any amount with receipts. The plan includes a formal subscription drive and a Baltimore American grant from Gen Pelle Agnus.
May 10 at Cincinnati a Great Dane named Marto showed remarkable strength during an exhibition. The lion reportedly attacked a keeper as a boy was removed from his cage to be whipped. Keepers struggled to separate them as the fight ended quickly and the Dane remained undeterred.
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