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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1898
Page
5
The report outlines Mr. Conwell's lecture and its contentious reception, noting themes of faith, public morality, and social concerns. It highlights a debate over pastors and reform, with emphasis on moral instruction and community response.
A detailed report covers canine and swine displays at the Omaha event, noting prominent names like Friese Barsas and Te Jytnremiastevingn exhibitors. Judges praise cooperative efforts and strong entries including Tolund Chicago and Beligiry among others.
In a pack of prize events at the fair, Herefords led the show with record-breaking entries. Judges cited the largest and best Ever Hereford cattle from Assatica and Baperie See as standout, while other breeds and entrants earned multiple sweepstakes and premium awards. Total winnings approached 5500, with notable contributions from Guthrie, Suse, and Sraith families among exhibitors.
The War Department says the First Colorado Infantry cannot be returned from Manila to the United States. Officers note volunteers enlisted to fight, not for garrison or courier duty, and congress must act to provide forces for muster out. Plans consider increasing regular forces, and assigning active troops to garrisons in Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines to keep unrest in check.
Minneapolia, Minn. Nov 1 J K Mogte assistant adjutant Sn G4 of Minnesnts division reports a man collapsed and died at a hotel on West 10th Street shortly after midnight. Webster announces sale of coal, feed and hay for Green Feed and Peet Co at 10 West 10th Street. Phone 406.
John Mathias a noted stock dealer in Pulaski Ky says after a week of flux and a disappointing medical outcome he tried Chamberlains Colera and Diarrhoea Remedy and reports that half a bottle cured him. The product is offered by druggists locally.
Miss EiM King hosted a Halloween party with games music and treats attended by many friends. The event featured hostess Misa Mabel King and Stina Me Mawel Fouche. Also reported are visits, weddings and family travel as locals summered in Philadelphia Harrishire Altoona and Topeka with numerous social engagements and upcoming events.
The plebiscite results show an official majority for prohibition in nearly all provinces. Ontario and several others report large margins, with Quebec declining to adopt prohibition. The nationwide tally is projected around 13,000 dominion-wide, with Quebec the exception.
New York’s Hunt Monument stands with ceremonies marking the architect’s memory. Danie l French and Trace Price led the bronze bust and semi circular bench work in Centrepark’s Lenox area. The Municipal Art Society and associated groups helped spark the memorial. Watch sale promotions appear in the fragmentary text with catalog details and a dealer contact.
A national appeal seeks a $20,000,000 fund to aid educational and charitable institutions run by the Methodist Episcopal Church. The drive aims for gradual contributions, not a single lump sum, with distribution planned across schools seminaries and numerous charitable outlets worldwide.
The annual general superintendent’s report shows 298 clerks employed at year end with two fatalities and 34 injured. Proposals include aid for families of slain clerks, a relief fund, and expansion of assistant superintendents to streamline routes. The document outlines wartime mail service improvements and an estimated 5408 115 needed for railroad postal work for the year ending June 20.
John H Mason & Sons, cotton products maker in Providence Alabama files voluntary petition, showing total liabilities around 1 340,000 and individual bankruptcies for partners. Debtor assets and specific figures are partially reported with names Burene W ons Hanilliee and Munson tied to liabilities.
Two Halloween deaths reported. In Muskegon, Michigan, Leslie Parker, a young boy, was shot dead by Michael Burns during Halloween activities on the premises. In Columbus, Ohio, Arls Smi... was shot in a cornfield near Kirkersville and died instantly, the victim mistaken for a thief.
Boston Nov 1 stockholders learned Tremont National Bank will wind up its affairs immediately and transfer business and goodwill to Eliot National Bank. Directors met this afternoon to approve the independent move. The bank’s capital stood at 1,060,000 after a prior reduction from 2,400,000 and its surplus funds are about 121,000.
A hotel in Oklahoma City burned down leaving guests time to escape. Four horses perished in the blaze. An entertainment event at the church is planned for Monday evening with admission set at 25 or 26 cents, featuring Miss Lowe and Mr. Greenlant.
F HL Webster states to friends at 110 West Sth Street that he is selling feed hay and fuel for the Green Om Fuel Co. He mentions a Santa Fe train to Chicago at 9.25 with no car changes and alludes to a delighting spam statue cigar in the phrasing.
Mrs Shirley Lewis leaves for Chistes to meet husband as 109 couples were invited to the Wednesday evening dance at Lukens opera house. Mrs John Lindsey returns to Pawnee Rock after visiting her parents. Mr Williams Feed departs December for the east to establish a future home. Mr and Mrs Wil Van Less host a Wednesday evening at home for the Queen tide arc event by the Baptist church. Starnberg's orchestra provides music for the Lukens dance.
Notice to all indebted persons that debts must be secured or settled by January 1, 1393. Accounts paid by the date will be considered settled. S Barnum & Co. 110 West South Street. F H Webster announces his business as Coal Peddler and Hay supplier for the Green Floss datum.
Nancy J. Barger of Bellefontaine aged 106 years and one month died today after a fall two months earlier. Born in Cumberland County, she and her husband settled in the county in 1414 and lived in the same house for over 60 years. Survived by five children. oldest son Samuel Gerger, 65. The obituary notes she held all her belongings until death.
Michigan inmates L J Hubbard and W Lamont serving in the late house of correction confessed to three fellow prisoners that four years ago in September they murdered and robbed Ludwig Herman, a veteran soldier. They will be tried for the crime, though Hubbard and Lamont denied the confession when visited by officers. New York tax budget news reports a $53 590 092 city budget passed by the board of estimate and apportionment, with departmental cuts totaling $19 020 185 and adjustments in wives on units totaling $114 05404.
Toronto reports a new ruling barring married women from life insurance on their husbands in an effort to curb insurance murders. The decision, issued November first, aims to deter criminals who exploit policy payouts.
In a terse city notice, orders mention endorsements and invites. A bid of fifty thousand dollars for the famous racehorse Ormonde is declared declined, with the Duke of Westminster noted as the owner. A San Francisco agent reports receiving funds and a general invitation appears from Lah T. J. Anderson.
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