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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1898
Page
8
Captain Burg of the brig Energy reports Cadiz activity as Hamburg American liners rapidly armored into Rapidy and Patria while warships refit. Captain Strong believes Spain planned to send the fleet against American coast cities on the North Atlantic, with Spanish crowds angered toward English.
The old single turret monitor Jason, under refit at Philadelphia, is towed to Newark and departed for New York this morning. Her crew comprises former New York naval reserves from Rochester and Brooklyn, now enlisted in the navy, commanded by Lieutenant Pickwonn.
London dispatch reports Daily Mail correspondent says Consul George W. Roosevelt refused to involve himself in the Hispano-American conflict. He cites lifelong service and wounds in the Civil War, claiming he has already paid his debt to the country and cannot repay it again. The remark reflects longstanding federal posture during wartime.
Savannah Ga May 23 A morning special train on Portia Central and Peninsula railway carrying North Carolina troops to Florida collided with a northbound vegetable train. Private M Barbee of Durham died and Private J McCorlough was badly injured.
Thos J Lee of the New York Athletic Club praises Postum Cereal as the best fuel for training. He says coffee cannot be used by athletes and that Postum provides complete satisfaction without adverse effects. He notes energy and vigor come from the right food.
A Paris dispatch reports dressmakers saying a microscopic minority favors Spain. M Doucet praises American labor and equality, while others urge neutrality. French papers’ stance sparks concern in the United States as talks on tariff reductions with the United States proceed. The piece notes differing French sentiments, the chivalry toward the weak, and potential effects on Franco American relations.
The British steamer Ardanmhor, captained by Dana, was seized off Carysfort Light and brought to Key West in charge of an Osceola ensign. Suspected of entering Havana harbor, the vessel had earlier sailed from Key West with cattle for Havana, was turned back by the blockade, then proceeded toward Nassau and Mexican ports before capture. The Ardanmhor, 1388 tons, of the Ardan line, has been in cattle trade between Guanta and Havana for six months.
Secretary of the Navy John D. Long and Mrs. Long visited their home in Bingham Massachusetts with their son Pierce Scot arriving by steamer General Lincoln. The journey from Washington was aided by General Manager Ashing and landed at Crow Point in the ex-governor’s private car. The Longs are reported to be in good health and expect to return to Washington soon.
Winona Lake May 23 The general assembly heard that the Freemens board began the year amid post fire retrenchment. Total receipts 125 000 with 42 000 from churches and 45 108 from the women's board. The year ended in debt 54 062, expenses 151 000, with 187 ministers 222 churches and 20 teachers under the board. The education board listed 14 candidates for ministry, 15 percent accepted last year, 32 rejected. The income 66 361 up 876 from 1897. indebtedness slighty reduced to 7 720. Contributions came from 3 623 churches.
A narrow gauge Oakland derailment near San Francisco killed Engineer Baldwin and Fireman Hickey. The engine and tender toppled after a detached brake shoe caused the crash. Hickey died under the engine, Baldwin died at a hospital hours later. Passengers suffered nonfatal injuries. Hickey’s death horrified his awaiting wife and two children.
A Macon Ga dispatch says United States volunteer troops have sailed from Fort Tampa aboard the transport Florida bound for Cuba. The regiment of Cuban volunteers from Florida, fluent in Spanish and familiar with Cuban topography, led the invasion plan. If successful, more troops will be sent soon.
Abel Hatfield a 67 year old ex soldier cut his throat with a penknife after seeing a neighbor digging a grave for a dead horse and fearing hidden money. Jennie Woodley a colored woman took an ounce of laudanum in a private crisis. Hatfield is at Salvation Army Hospital. Woodley at City Hospital under Dr Mitchell care. Both wounds and symptoms reported serious but not fatal with expected recovery.
Senators and representatives who saw the president today left the White House without new war information, none of the official dispatches showing important advices. Among the lawmakers noted are Jones of Arkansas, Denisyivania, Lindesy of Kentucky, Curtis of Kansas, Paris of Indiana, Langhans of Texas, and Ineulls of sas. Weather notes for Chicago May 23 predict increasing clouds and Tuesday showers with cooler conditions in the west. Also a testimonial for Mystic Cure claims rheumatism relief in 24 hours, sold by Swift & Holliday at 523 Kansas Avenue, Topeka.
Help your new enterprise by placing orders through Jones at 4320. Pearless Steam Laundry advertises ladies' shirt waists with colors that resist fading, highlighting durability and care through professional laundering.
A wide sale features 267 styles of Japanese and Chinese straw matting rugs curtains and drapery fabrics. Includes Wilton Smyrna rugs from $1.48 to $3.00, new curtain materials, linoleum, carpet sweepers, curtains in Nottingham and Snow Flake varieties, tapestries and drapery hardware, lace edgings, and window shades offered at bargain prices.
A local sale advertises pure silk ribbons at just over half price. 25 pieces at 25c each, 5c yard specials, 35 moire ribbons 3 inches wide in a full color line, and bayadere sashes with fringed ends in black navy pink light blue offered at 9 dollars or 5.75 each.
Two embroidery specials offer large lots of Cambric Nainsook and Swiss embroidery at reduced yard prices. Special No 1 features 100 pieces of embroidery and insertings up to 6 inches wide now 10 cents per yard. Special No 2 offers 150 pieces of embroideries and insertings priced at 12 ½ to 17 cents per yard.
Floral draperies Hibiscus designs cut to 15 cents per yard. Fancy striped tickings, floral patterns down from 30 to 35 cents. Ennisons crepe paper, high quality, offered for a 10 foot roll at 150.
Good quality writing paper 5c per quire. 24 invitation cards and envelopes priced 15c per box. Steamboat playing cards nine inch. Ladies or gents visiting cards 25 per package for 8c. Ink per bottle 3c.
A small catalog of household notions including Pure Glycerine Soup, sticky fly paper, hooks and eyes, stockinet dress shields, brush binding, Corticelli twist, King's cotton, and fancy frilled elastics. Prices range from 1c to 5c with several bulk or closeout offers.
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