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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1898
Page
4
A jumble of assorted clippings discusses Spain and Dewey era naval chase, labor plans, and rumors. It notes possible searches for a Spanish fleet, references to Governor Leedy offers, and a lone Atchison girl with red hair in a yellow trimmed hat. The piece weaves political, military, and social snippets without a clear single narrative.
Fragmented notes mention Jameson case evidence, a reprimand for insults, and a person rising to lieutenant at a fort with Australian links. References span Marta Christina Queen Regent of Spain, Prince Henry in Hong Kong, and Spanish royal displays of troops and models, all amid scattered remarks on European and colonial affairs.
A Chicago Journal analysis argues that war is not the sole cause of rising prices. Wheat shortages and foreseen European demand pushed grain costs, with farmers receiving a fraction of the increase while dealers reap profits. Bread prices have risen but not solely due to conflict, and merchants may exploit wartime fear to boost grocery costs.
Washington May 23 The United States led in import growth to Japan lasting year 1897 with imports rising from 16 372 419 yen in 1896 to 27 000 587 yen in 1897 while Japan exports to the US grew from 52 3 468 404 yen in 1896 to 52 436 404 yen in 1897. Only Britain China and British India matched US sales to Japan in 1897.
George Kelley known as Charles Matson and TumEoos Mersmites was convicted in Philadelphia after drawing five pensions and, later, three more. The U S ship Savannah crew member used sailors’ names of the vessel to claim pensions, including one death case, as he faced further sentencing.
May 23 Tacoma report describes Emilio Aguinaldo and other leaders disputing the $400,000 Spain promised to pay insurgents. Atachio seeks his share via British Hong Kong court injunctions against Aguinaldo and banking partners, while the second $400,000 for privates was never delivered.
The Colonization Commission of the Social Democracy announces a planned bond issue of 2.5 million dollars to finance a colony project. Bonds issued will equal stock value with land expenditures projected at 1.6 million and 900 thousand reserved for inauguration and maintenance. Members urged to buy bonds and take large allocations.
Quiet rapid improvements expand naval defenses. Royal engineers direct fortifications at Halifax Citadel George's Island and McNab's Island with batteries and range finders. Additional work planned at St Johns Newfoundland to guard the harbor entrance.
New York May 21 crowds admire a Broadway display showing pajama nightwear woven from patriotic materials. A waxen man model wears a flag themed pajama set as shoppers imagine husbands wearing old glory for a night robe.
New York reports piano maker William Steinway once worth about 13 million dollars has left an estate unable to satisfy most creditors. Executors assess that generous grants to artists and heavy debts left the estate short. Creditors include George Rhret the brewer who loaned 25 thousand dollars and 10 thousand given to a musical scholarship. The theater lease by Heinrich Confeld adds to claims while Steinway’s son says the firm is not involved.
Captain de la Mar wins an absolute divorce from Miss Sands of West Virginia with custody of their child awarded to him. No alimony was ordered amid a minimal defense. He vows careful financial provisions, and notes a grim coincidence with his wedding hour at the Church of the Heavenly Rest in New York five years earlier.
Word from New York confirms Miss Mary Ellen Sigsbee has won the annual Art Students League scholarship in this city. The award covers a year of tuition at the New York Art League, marking a high honor for a pupil of the local school. Sigsbee, daughter of Silesbee, has shown promise in life drawings and poses with graceful technique and has contributed illustrations to several periodicals. Mr A P Spear placed second in merit with drawings showing solid construction and careful study.
A crusade started by ministers in South Dickinson targets courting during evening services. A Hermeton preacher read an announcement that Donices club members must line up outside after service and stare at passing ladies, with expulsion for escorting a young woman to church. Rev B F Webb of the Methodist church urged coordinating rides home after the service.
June 5 and 6 low fares to Pueblo Colorado Springs and Denver with one fare plus 2.00 for round trip tickets valid for return from June 12 to July 6 1898. Santa Fe runs through Pueblo and Colorado Springs to Denver with electric lighting day coaches and chair cars. Details from W C Garver Agent A T & S B Ry. Also offer quick laundry service at Peerless Steam Laundry without extra charge.
New York actress Julia Marlowe sailed for London on the Majestic with her husband Robert Taber following a highly successful Buffalo run of her season. She plans a continent rest before a new play debuting in September, aiming for a production as elaborate as Countess Valeska.
Bloomington May 2 One of the strangest deaths on record is revealed by an autopsy of John Wenberg who died at St Joseph's hospital. He had nine tailor needles driven into his breast and heart area. Four needles were rusted and apparently in the body weeks. Three to the heart area and diaphram, one to the heart. Wenberg aged 50 was said to be addicted to the opium habit. Opening Day Greatly reduced rates to Omaha via Union Pacific for the Opening of the Trans Missi ssippi Exposition June 1 1898.
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