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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1899
Page
4
A long, fragmentary Topeka State Journal column by Frank F. McLennan mixes World War I era war notes and American politics. It references British actions in Africa, Boer War signals, New York constitutional questions, New Jersey corporate filings, Ballot machines advantages, and mentions President McKinley and Philippine policy attitudes alongside local musings on voters and public figures.
A collection of ironic aphorisms on love, temper, fortune, and social roles. The quotes mock vanity and consequence, noting how wealth and beauty fade without durable character. Witty reflections reveal imperfect human behavior and the quirks of romance across a casual, period voice.
A humorous piece on love and marriage arguing life is richer than vows. It quips that many men marry for convenience and jokes about women’s doubts and husbands managing households with wit.
A collection of brief notes from Leavenworth to Wichita reports supply shipments, tax and city curiosities, curiosities about beer names, and local trials. Mentions include a Leavenworth home population rising to 2624, a Dickinson county editor subscription paid in gold, and Charley Barter hailed as the state corn husker champion.
A Times editorial argues unity and clear intent by the United States to finish the Philippine task, predicting broader Republican support and heightened American influence globally. The Standard and other papers urge endorsement of the commission’s report, while The Daily News skewers the document as common sense yet echoes independence traditions.
New York figures report Croker denied claims of offering to sell Amsterdam stock to Consolidated Gas while pressuring a gas charter. Mazet committee heard questions about his dealings and whether the inquiry should proceed, with Croker refusing to discuss other points.
Oyster farmers of Lonny Island Sound plan consolidation to curb price declines. Interference fears prompt capitalized interest up to 20 million dollars. Andrew Radel of Bridgeport Traction is named as a key owner. Seed and rehabilitation could save about a year and shield others from falling prices.
A vintage promotional snippet touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for internal health translating into external vigor. It cites a customer from Ogdensburg who attributes relief from longstanding catarrh and liver trouble to the remedy, claiming renewed strength and appetite.
Wellington hosts the Seventh District Federation of Women’s Clubs convention November 8 to 10 with sixteen clubs attending. Notables include Mrs. J. A. Fontron presiding, poet readings by Mrs. W. M. Maddy, and discussions on home economics and child welfare led by local clubwomen. An exhibit of art and literature completes the programs at the auditorium.
Thos. Jones travels to Yellville Arkansas with colleagues J. H Cappeau and Joniah Tashyon to investigate zinc and lead fields. Jones, recently back from a six month stint in Maine country, is reputed as a top mining expert and may be hired by Lanyon Zinc Co to assess the new territory.
Wichita story: Margaret W Jennings, early Wichita resident, is petitioned to be confined for insanity. Probate court filings by nephew J D Alexander cite grief and loneliness as the basis for commitment procedures. Readable fragments indicate an imminent legal move in the case.
Judge Haymaker presides as jury finds no blame in case of Mrs Jennings, 68, who claims to be Countess de Castallen. She recounts her castles and treasures amid deep sorrow from her daughter Miss Jennie Jennings’s death two years ago, which shattered the widow’s joy.
Emporia reports the Republican’s new building nearing completion at Eighth and Commercial. The 60 by 65 foot structure will feature a full glass front, central heating by steam and lighting by electricity, with sizable rear windows for ample light. Construction aims to finish by late November.
Atchison on November 4 marks the last day for slot machines and houses of chance. All gambling operations were ordered suppressed. A Leavenworth owner of the machines allegedly seeks a workaround to continue business but fails. Also notes a two-headed snake found near Liberty township and a gas well derrick being erected east of Carlyle by Carlyle Gas Co, with drilling by Mr. Miller of LaHarpe. test well funds are ample and precautions taken for potential discovery.
Atkinson, a veteran fisherman and trapper, has camped on the Daniels farm at Kickapoo for over a year. He will move to Oak Mill to construct a house boat and float down the river to the Sunny South for the winter. Once worth $20,000, he is now poor and living in a tent.
In Topeka the veteran sergeant Richard Flannigan recounts harsh conditions on the return voyage from Tartary. He recalls crowding, bland rations, and officers enjoying drinks while privates endured bare comforts. He criticizes General Otis and notes Metcalf’s modest hat and Ed Little’s leadership despite rank.
A Nashville dispatch reports Gen Joseph Wheeler has sent a note to Judge W J Wood of Florence Ala stating he will resume his seat in Congress when the body convenes and does not specify a return date from the Philippines. The message mentions issues of rubber goods and other goods possibly tied to wartime needs.
The funeral of Charles Sullivan was held from his Tyler Street residence Sunday afternoon at o'clock. Editor Ww. . surry or vexmmuh, Tenn, reports in Mammoth Cave exploration a Revere cane of Piles. Bucklin’s Arnica Salve is claimed to cure quick. Local notes mention various names and injuries.
Mr E P Mitchell managing editor of the New York Sun and Mrs Mitchell visit Topeka to see their son Edward Mitchell convalescing at Storront hospital from typhoid fever. He discusses Kansas memory, Pacific policy, and war coverage while noting a new Lanaton typesetting machine and future remote copy drafting. The Mitchells plan to stay until Monday with Edward likely to join them then. Edward Mitchell Jr. has worked with Axle Electric Light Co in Topeka.
A lobster trawler near Kinsale freed a massive five ton anchor buried in sand during a three century old fossil, likely from a Spanish Armada ship. The shank exceeds ten feet, with an antique cannon attached. Brought to Kinwale Pier lower slip, it attracts great interest and curiosity.
Harvard controlled the opening half against Pennsylvania, scoring a touchdown and leading 5 to 0 at intermission. In the second half Harvard extended its lead with a late touchdown, while Pennsylvania failed to score, finalizing Harvard ahead 16 to 0.
Rolla J. Guerin a 30 year old huckster was shot and killed in his home. Wm Lanboy and Tibet aged 18 were arrested. Lamphore confessed the killing saying Kiper planned it. The motive given as robbery. The room and bed where Guerin slept described in detail. Guerin had come from Gilliam, a descendant of Wm J Gillam after whom the town was named. McKinley heads home to Washington trip noted. President to Ohio Canton arrival and return plans mentioned.
A woman laments the removal of her favorite preacher and notes the new pastor speaks plainly. A playful scene unfolds with a dog circling a stump and a sisterly comparison to a witch, as a patchwork cushion becomes a humorous prop in a domestic vignette.
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