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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
5
Amid party splits and civil registration disputes, Cuba faces a volatile political climate as key factions threaten to withdraw support and contest authority. Constituents debate the influence of clerical power, with General Watashi and local governors cited in efforts to calm the unrest.
The celebrated Dr. Beny Willsienen will arrive Sunday evening with several support staff to consult United States patients. Free consultation will be offered. charges for examination will apply. The visiting expert will stay for several days to assist local attendees seeking medical advice.
The article notes a local businessman, Spanish merchant, as the suitable choice for the role, arguing he can oversee a fair and efficient service and grant employees proper rights. The piece emphasizes his capability to ensure reliable operations and fair treatment of staff.
Washburn college basketball team travels to Humboldt Nebraska to face Baxter city team, then to Lincoln to meet Nebraska University, with Gramicy pitching and Omeha city on the schedule. They plan returns midweek and seek funds to build a suitable stand, with only one dollar currently raised. The club emphasizes readiness and hopes for strong attendance to support the team.
Walter T Noble travels as a special agent for the Royal Exchange Assurance Company, covering Kansas Nebraska Missouri and parts of Iowa. He retains interests in Topeka while O B Becks of Baldwin handles his former duties.
Attorneys for the French steamer La Bourgogne filed in federal court a petition seeking a liability limit under U S law for damages from the collision with a British vessel. The suit lists 63 claimants and stated damages at 1 206 500 75, with total estimates approaching 1 500 000. The ship and freight sunk, leaving the carrier with virtually no remaining assets.
Real estate transfers listed include Versky and wife to Albert A Surry at 360 Inte 8 end 30 Chandler street in Faris' t addition and others such as Mt Roberta priced at 460 with multiple lot descriptions in Huntson’s addition. Wm Lauterbach and wife transfer to J D Reni 3M in DHF Ss W to BY Drawbridge for 400, and a Kansas avenue parcel in Tuangchit's addition to Chas Tourenilg for 5000 with executor Penney and Franey figures noted.
A garbled OCR list records numerous dates and venues for speeches and commencements. Names such as Frank Neteon and various towns appear with June dates and institute mentions. The text includes references to several colleges, counties, and cities, with one note about health and a disjoint Kaufman style endorsement.
Mrs J K Hudson hosted a dinner complimenting Mrs Kate Waller Barrett and others in city social circles. A whist party honored Mrs B Lewis and Mrs George W Parkhurst with blossoms and refreshments. C S Sutton planned a farewell musical in Los Angeles with local guests. A Ladies Music Club meeting, poetry, and several card parties followed at various homes, with prizes and convivial games.
Mrs A D Herrig of Wall Lake Ia visits sister in Topeka. Lawrence visitors include Radiget, Ida Smith, Berdena Crandell, and Farrell. Mrs Kate Weller Barrett and Mrs Cyrue Falconer head to Des Moines for Mothers Congress. Invitations issued for Pearl Irune and Jacob Kiehl Bair ceremony at 600 Wear Steth Ave, reception after June 20 at 610 Sixth Ave. John Billcitt of New York in Topeka, to be hosted by W T Cmeby and H Crosby. Hallie Haxlett from Stormont Bosrs travels to Kansas City. Imperial club dance postponed to Friday. Mrs Dauchy and son Fred of Chicago visit Mrs R T Berrick Dir. Herrick returns home. Mrs Dauchedy, formerly of Tonoka, visiting. Miss Hunter and Miss Bardge to run Winner School in Lincoln May 28. Mrs William Osborn of Kansas City visiting Mrs D Millard on Monroe. Mrs George Veale hosts complimentary evening for Miss Pannly Wood, Avon club friends attend. Miss Hattie Weyand returns to Cedar Rapids after Topeka visit. Grace and Myra Philley of St Jon stay with grandparents J J Vantivater. Miss Agnes Hansen of Lawrence visiting Miss Clive Lewis. Mr and Mrs H L Robinson host dinner complimentary to Mr Sutton. Engraved cards for Adams Bros Kans Ave.
Ahmed Pasha of the Turkish Navy arrived in Washington by carriage along Pennsylvania Avenue and bowed to onlookers as a band in Turkish uniforms played. Officials say the visit is to discuss a cruiser order. no diplomatic aims were acknowledged, only technical inquiries into ship construction.
Postmaster General Smith has received a report from the Philippine director of posts dated April 14 noting that with all expenses paid there will be a profit of over 16,0 for the eleven months from May 1. This indicates a continuance of service until June without a deficit. In the last quarter, as four stations await data, sales receipts reached 27,412 from box rate and second class matter. Domestic money orders totaled 55, orders 303, with expenses lower than expected. foreign aero view and supplies from the states were the main outstanding accounts. The Manila money order business shows domestic orders and fee details as recorded.
Topeka closes schools for tomorrow while a mix of cultural and civic items fill the day. Notes include alterations at M. C. A. rooms, high school exercises, bishopal confirmations at Bethany College, and a Populist address by Hawks. Officials discuss paving delays, theater bookings, and Sunday business closures as community life resumes with a flurry of social and educational happenings.
The Ci otronean and Demnethenean literary societies meet at Harrison School tomorrow at 9 AM to compete in declamation, oration, debate, and essay. Representatives include Grace Walker Forbes Fleming Kingsley Smith McCullough and others. The debate asks whether the constitution shall follow the affirmative, with teams led by Cleeronencis Healy and Margaret Betzer versus Alvin Bisham Esther Eaue and Semel Kings. Also notes an entertainment at the First Christian church “From Ocean to Ocean” with moving pictures and songs, admission 25 and 15 cents.
Kansas City Kan and Kansas City Mo agents clash over overhead writing of insurance. Superintendent W V Church ordered a stop but Missouri agents ignore it. Wyandotte County agents protest, while Kansas City leaders question legality and licensing. Allegations include dummy agents, power of attorney checks, and 25 cent per policy kickbacks amid calls to refer matters to the attorney general.
In North Topeka items, readers note visits and moves. Volney Kistler plans Kansas City trip. Roy Harilton starts at Jeffers & James. Marion Myers of Meriden visited. Oran Layton enters Petro & Blue Post drugstore matters. Ralph Ball travels to Oklahoma for a week. Mrs Trachsel and guests of Mrs L S Delman plan Oklahoma trip. W M Blakeny family relocate to 129 Evelyn.
A damaged note recounts a witness testifying about severe suffering from throat and lung ailment. It claims Dr. King's New Discovery provided instant relief and lists supposed long term benefits, with offer details and a local outlet in Kansas.
Coughne and Perry plan return to Topeka for street fair while Ethel Lewis teaches in Rochester and sister Wilhelm participates in a sports event. Sidney Huriet relocates for a new home as a surprise farewell, and a large Millinery sale at Mrs Courtneys on North Kansas Avenue invites shoppers. Police arrest a small colored boy for yard theft, bouquet found, church service led by Bywater with choir of Misses Alice Satori and Heloise Green.
Bargains listed for men and children include shirts and suspenders at drastic low prices. Items feature lacund ered shirts and suspenders with bulk pricing and limited stock indications across sizes for misses and children.
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