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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1898
Page
5
A dated store advertisement touts sharp discounts across staples and imported goods. It lists sugar, tea, canned foods, soap, baking items, and fresh meats with several bulk and single-item price points, plus mail orders and wholesale-like retail promises.
A jumble of short items reports on a church party camping near Thompson-Vile, Washburn and Baker college games at Athletic Park, plus a burglar arrest in Leavenworth, a street wall repair, sidewalk work on Kansas avenues, and a commission plan to repair the old court wall. Also noted are a memorial for a late figure, a worms convention at Kansas avenue, and job ads seeking a stenographer in Arizona.
At Westminster Police court Wm Runceman is remanded on a bigamy charge involving actress Agnes Taglouville, while his alive first wife Es gene Weasel, whom he wed in Binghamton, N Y, is said to be in England. Detective Scott links the case, noting Runceman’s claimed baronetcy as Sir Granville Temple.
The Fourth ward Democrats announced their delegation to the county convention to be held Saturday. Alternates named include Xen Langen Piles Whipple Lee Jones Max Clindty Wim Richter M4 Clands FLA Gutae Dr i Grubbs Henry Gutech Scream Andy Nexon Jeo ven Langen Mike Connelly EF Eipsi L Fivazibbers Zz c Feerasa Linn Soimerer hus Seactiwaiene Chas.ediena HL Sehwepeins Chas Chadwick A Voxel nto Hien G A Wieneke Sone Hazen Hive Lindenermian Henry Baumann Frente has Ramana H McGarry Wii Homes By Bue BaSensenIe TM Thomas. Professor John Gordon to present stereopticon on Savonarola at First Presbyterian church tonight. admission 10 cents. I have suffered chronic diarrhoea since the war and found a remedy that cured it Chamberlain’s Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, P B Grisham Gaare Mills La. For sale by druggists. The Perfect Little Pill Beges Little Giants cures Constipation Indigestion and Sick Headache, also available at druggists. Board your horse at Watson’s.
A San Francisco report warns that troop ships bound for Manila may become deadly pest houses. Crowded steerage on the City of Pekin and City of Sydney creates improvised bunks with little ventilation, risking epidemics once at sea. Officers will sail in comfort, while soldiers endure crowded berths, poor meals, and no proper mess or seating.
Charles H. Cramp of William Cramp and Sons Ship and Engine Company says there is no truth to reports of a merger with Vickers Sons and Munitions of Barrow-in-Furness and rejects claims of a combined shipbuilding venture. He also denied plans to build a shipyard at Port Erie.
A fire at the Stoughton Wagon Co plant in Stoughton Wisconsin destroys stock and buildings insured for 150000. About 300 workers are left unemployed as the origin of the blaze remains unknown. The blaze interrupts production at a longtime local employer.
A Topeka committee raises funds for a cruiser present and schedules a Gartela park patriotism gathering Memorial Day from 4 to 8 PM Admission 3 cents. Marshall's band and Modoce will perform. Speeches by W F Schonh TA McNeal Eugene Ware and J G Waigrs. Ball plans announced by Walter Burgess chair with a promenade concert and elaborate features in dune evening.
A Washington dispatch says Admiral Dewey maintains firm control of Manila Bay and urges a strong military force. Merritt seeks 15,000 men for the first expedition with 25,000 more promised if needed. War officials hurry transport and advance units while Aguinaldo’s role unsettles planners. A Times dispatch notes European concerns and predicts priority for Manila over Cuba.
Japanese cruiser Akitsushima reports riots in Manila with houses burned as food grows scarcer and horse flesh sells for high prices. Spanish volunteers demand pay and food, while authorities face unrest. Admiral Montojo awaits potential court martial for alleged incompetence during engagements with the U.S. squadron under Commodore Dewey.
A large cattle barn at the far grounds burned after 3 15 PM under Southern Breeze. Fire crews from Ward, Department HQ, and several companies battled the blaze, preventing spread to nearby buildings. The frame barn, located by Shunganunzis Creek near Face Track, was doomed and destroyed. origin suspected accidental amid low insurance.
The remodeled M C A camp program attracts rail road workers in Topeka with renewed support. Secretary John Coldwell maintains progress and secures noon meetings in a new shop. A summer camp at Wakarusa scheduled to begin at 10:30 includes special arrangements for railroad members.
May Word reports that only two independent breweries remain at Cleveland as major firms merge into a single system. The consolidation includes Gherine, Barrest, Columbi, Cleveland, Phoenix, Star and Union. The property will be turned over in June. A Republican meeting is set at Jordan's hall in Tennesseetown with H C Safford and Rev. W L Grant slated to speak. Charles Porter chairs the organizing committee. Ladies' shirt waists are laundried to prevent color fade by Pearless Steam Laundry.
Evans Jones of Hoyt visits Topeka. Dr Pettijohn of Hoyt attends town. John Courtright returns from Hiawatha. Miss Mary Hairzine ill with measles. Mrs Philburn ill at Harrison street home. Rev J R Madison sick list. Charley Ayers returns to Rock Creek. Dr A S Emigres speaks to Temperance Workers. Mrs Harlett to visit Kansas City. Baptist ladies meet at Mrs Albright’s home. Rebekah lodge officers elected. David Bowle to Scotland. attends World's Sunday School in London. Wedding of Bertha Morrow and Frank Matchett held at Rochester home. Mrs Morrow a pioneer teacher. Matchett to Pleasant Hill. Ceremony closed with canopy. May MacNoun played.
The G A R and Relief Corps organize Decoration Day events for Monday including school flower collections, wagons visiting schools, and a 2 PM parade forming on Quincy Street for memorial ceremonies at Hamilton Hall with Judge J G Wood delivering the address. Requisitions for returns of Ernest Davie and Cyrus McFail are noted, plus Marion Bank receivership under Breidenthal.
A Milwaukee dispatch reports Osbeoshaaye Herald outlines an Eagle syndicate plan to buy and control sash and door factories nationwide. Cities named include Minneapolis Saint Paul Winona and Buffalo with executives from Hay Mills Michigan and others preparing a nationwide consolidation. War delays stalled final steps while the syndicate aims to end the big strike in Milwaukee.
Attorney general notes recovery of a ruling in the case amid ongoing review of the Bott and related matters. The Port Scott clerk provides copies of opinions as another related case remains undecided.
Chicago on May 2 reports government action after years of conflict. Soldiers will receive transportation concessions via government orders and issued tickets, easing travel for officers and privates on journeys. J. Crawford to attend Republican League convention in the city next Thursday ahead of June National League event in Omaha.
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