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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1899
Page
7
A jumble of society items and school notes fills the page. Mentions include Mrs Pear traveling, upcoming visits, local gatherings, and community remarks. References to court terms, church events, and university sports supply a cross section of town life.
An estate petition discusses a bequest settlement involving Northwestern Bank and Lisserairoe. The proceedings reference Mrs. Aianon and Mra. Marin in connection with a trust and property protection measures for the beneficiaries and the merger interests.
Fragmented note reports Con orny anmun taken to Ellsworth for burial arrangements with references to Elhenporth and nearby residents. Text includes garbled phrases about a person’s residence and hospital or healer, plus mentions of local outings and a claim of fear over a message received.
Dr Wood, a renowned expert from Michigan Ohio and Cleveland, has established a new office in west Topeka at West Sixth Street. He brings modern scientific methods and a wide practice across midwestern cities and will serve the local community with his diagnostic and treatment skills.
The Crawford theater hosts a Monday rehearsal of The Musketeers with Paul Gilmore as D artagnan. Carpenters adjust scenery as actors improvise amid chaotic setups and prop mishaps. Gilmore, 2, years on stage, previously starred in The Dawn of Freedom before his wife urged him to produce his own work.
The Western Waterways Convention met at the Memphis Auditorium on November 14 with delegates from across the country present and more expected. Mayor J. J. Wilildine gave the welcome address, followed by Senators Thumne and Torley who urged liberal funds for national waterway improvements. The opening session focused on organizing, with Homlon Bryson of Town, Delig named as temporary president.
The attorney general clarifies election pay scales for clerks and judges. Fees vary by vote type and office level, with state officers receiving higher compensation. The note cites chapter 124 laws of 1843 and questions why some votes carry larger payments, suggesting longer ballots increase workload.
LouisvilleNovember ballots drag as officials work through Kentucky count. Republicans file for new certificates to W Taylor amid contest claims over 7008 disputed votes. Democrats press that Gubul’s lead remains uncertain while 5 counties lacking official returns.
Four trunks containing bodies were discovered at Talon Station. Police say the cargo traveled from Memphis to Omaha via Pacific Express and were sent to W M Hanser of Keokuk Iowa. Frank Tiemperon was arrested and confessed to selling remains to medical colleges.
Washington reports the annual Haymester general staff analysis shows 19.5 million for ship construction and ready ships, with 6.6 million for repairs. It notes a need for more warehouse capacity, refrigerator ships to supply naval vessels and armies, and calls extending army commissary support and strengthening the pay corps to meet heavy demands.
State labor department reports no timely employment for retained meters of Tryonrleth Kanoas. Listings show various positions including clerks, a watchman, a brakeman, and twenty coal miners. Insurance executives announce Kansas business moves. fragmented ad text references medicines and local products with unclear context.
The Webster-Tullock Coal Co has relocated its doors west to 214 Weet Street. Phones 405. The ad notes a variety of unrelated misprints and garbled phrases from the clipping.
Congressman Curtis prepares to depart for Washington to press his agenda in the new session. He held a conference with aides to align plans for the First district, aiming to secure renomination. He emphasizes Porto Rico and Hawaiian Islands governance and immigration measures as priorities, while noting no major Indian affairs proposals this winter.
A collage of social news and notices lists residents traveling to Salina and Meriden, family news, church events, lectures, and club meetings. It mentions Mrs. Brainard plans for San Jose, Mexico. Mr. and Mrs. Crittenden welcoming a daughter. Epworth League and Presbyterian church anniversaries. and whist club activities with member rosters.
Notice seeks information on the whereabouts of George Dalla Johnson Timothy Chandler and Charles Chandler last seen near Wellington Kansas. Address for replies provided in Topeka Kansas. Also includes unrelated medical and product advertisements.
The National Association of Postmasters held its first regular session in Washington since the last year. Postmaster BF Dickerson of Detroit is the president. After brief remarks by Postmaster Charles Emery Smith, the meeting adjourned to the White House for a reception with President McKinley.
A jumble of sale notices and notices list multiple farm, livestock, and goods auctions near Riverside Stock Farm and Topeka areas, including cows and calves, milch cows, a coal base seller, a horse for sale, a store stock offer, and a lost wreath pin. Also mentions a stray dark bay pony and contact points in Topeka for returns and rewards.
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