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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1899
Page
3
Railroad news reports Union Pacific expanding capacity with forty eight locomotives and large orders for ballast freight and flat cars. The fleet increase supports rising demand as Topeka records show the line meeting shipments and deliveries. soldiers honored at a cemetery service with clergy assisting.
In Brooklyn, the National League game featured strong pitching and late scoring. New York Giants defeated Brooklyn with key hits from Petts and Battertes while Seivette led the defense.
The report covers Western League teams with players like Eilerie-Cheveiaed Sughow and Suge, and lists Kansas City games in Manhattan and Lawrence with several cities in Kansas. It notes a Minneapolis & St Paul road traffic arrangement with Illinois Central to Omaha, and mentions wage restorations after a ten percent cut in 1893 in Akron and Cleveland rail concerns.
A Kansas railroad update details rearranged dispatcher assignments and conductor replacements. It notes shifts on the Barnard Branch with Conductor Buront Caducts replaced and a new day yard shift at Lee Cansay Works.
A long Union Pacific freight train moved yesterday with about sixty cars linked together for nearly a half mile. The train’s weight and exact cargo remain unclear due to garbled text, but it was described as heavy and potentially dangerous if derailed.
A chaotic report describes a government train traveling to San Pran flacd with cars of Bour enet chipped tenem Fricce tm 3a hier bars. The crew faced hazards as the steamship and bridge work are noted in a distressed accounts from St Johne N F May 31.
The first Memorial Day observance in the Philippines unfolds at Battery Seuli where Scott’s troops replant graves amid shell-scarred trenches. About 300 soldiers are honored as graves mark silent rows with flags, while remnants of the line near Battery Knoll host a small gathering of Americans in a quiet New England spring-like day.
Students triggered a disturbance delaying traffic by raking fares and tearing trolleys. Police arrived as an iceman named Harry McCullom fought back with an ax, lame, after a sophomore Weaver was struck. Weaver was hospitalized. trouble ended with police intervention.
Memorial day events in Topeka feature services at Grand Opera House with Col W H Smith of Marysville as orator. A large parade formed downtown, followed by speeches praising Kansas regiments and the enduring strength of the nation as veterans and families watched the ceremonies.
An article describes a man in an overcoat and heavy garments as he explains a theory that heat and cold are balanced by clothing. The speaker cites blanket wearers in summer as evidence and proposes forming a group called the Indian Club to explore comfortable attire using simple science. The aim is to convince Topeka residents to adopt this comfort concept.
Berlin May 21 Professor Virchow states the struggle against tuberculosis has begun and will end in success. He warns that cattle fears are exaggerated and calls for strict handling of afflicted livestock. Doctor Leydes of Berlin University adds that the task gains public support, though no new discoveries were disclosed.
In Topeka a witness recounts being present at Ford’s Theatre when President Abraham Lincoln was shot by John Wilkes Booth. He, an insurance agent named Mr. Quigley, watched the attacker leap onto the stage and flee, and then helped rush to the box to aid the president amid the chaotic crowd.
Captain Thunnell informs the Merchants' Exchange that the American schooner Hermann chased the missing steamer Pelican which left Puget Sound for China last year. A note found on a raft near Portage Bay bore latitude 60 north, 175 west. The Pelican is believed to be sinking with crew aboard in the Thames.
A chaotic program at the Young Men's club featured boxing bouts with a midcard fight, then a draw in an early match. The main event pit ex-champion Jack Wundertick against Paul Kelly, followed by a wrestling-style display by Mike Zumerer and George Burke. The Rev Mr Padsock praised the efforts to engage youths and deter mischief.
Reported proceedings cover a petition challenging the Cape Colony administration. The debate centers on colonial governance and potential reforms with remarks on the un enfranchised population. Officials aim to ease tensions while evaluating British policy and local responses.
The Brooklyn cruiser struck a hidden obstruction off the Battery while en route from the navy yard to Grant's Tomb, sustaining damage near New York. It backed into dry dock for inspection, delaying a planned joint move with Admiral Lampoon's squadron at Newport.
In Philadelphia on May six a group described as hoods and students caused trouble near the University of Pennsylvania for about an hour. Police were called to maintain peace. Four students were arrested and bound over in 5 each for disturbing the peace. one charged with interfering with a constable. The incident followed reports of a missing sign and a streetcar conductor’s notice of interference.
The Prince of Wales brokered a settlement between Grand Duke Michael and the czar. Exiled since 1913 over a morganatic marriage with a Paris socialite, Michael is to visit Peterhof as the czar’s guest. The countess taught golf to the prince and accompanied them to Paris and Monte Carlo.
Lieutenant Dan Godfrey’s Guards band debuted a new Fus ton Quickstep to strong audience approval after opening with Rossini. They followed with Faust, The Barber of Venice, Stars and Stripes Forever, and Georgia Camp Meeting, as Topeka-bound on a special Lawrenr train due Monday at 5 pm. Governor Stanley to greet at the state house. Knights Templar delegation to escort.
New York tax commissioners ruled that three wealthy residents must pay personal property taxes at the same rates as citizens living in the country. William Waldorf Astor faces about 270 in tax on 33 000 personal property. Bradley Martins about 2 000 000 in value. Mrs Isaac H Sherman taxed on 2 000 in personal property.
A damaged note describes an incident near Otterville involving a granite vault over the grave of Jowenh Chamner with unclear details. The report mentions local residents and a monument at a nearby site, referencing names and a ceremonial context without clear chronology.
Independence reports that the county treasury was not examined last quarter as required by law. The law mandates two assistants appointed by the county commissioners to aid the probate judge in quarterly treasury reviews. The assistants failed to perform their duties, leading to an incomplete examination.
The Peerless Steam Laundry unveils a new device for smoothing collars and cuffs, advertised for use with Wash 2585 via Santa Fe Route, aiming to improve garment finish and edge care for customers along the Santa Fe corridor.
J W Merean offers a dark seal brown or black horse named Alma for sale. The horse stands 164 hands high and weighs approximately unknown pounds. For full details call 25 Hancock Street.
London May 11. Lord Esher's monument is a fine memorial to himself and Lady Ester. The late Lord Esher had previously erected a monument to himself and Lady Esher at Esher Surrey. The sarcophagus bears the effigies of both.
Travelers and home seekers are urged to go northwest to Montana and Washington via through sleepers on the Burlington Route. Through sleepers depart nightly from Kansas City and St Joseph to Butte and Seattle, with first class through sleeping car service daily to Montana from those cities. Write J C Bhamball for details and rates.
Plain reading in a local advertisement promotes Morrow’s Kid-ne-ude and Mornes Kid-se-chis as scientific Yellow Tabiet remedies for backache sleeplessness and nervousness. It claims pills ease pain and restore vigor with Liverlax granules offered at a low price.
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