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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1899
Page
8
An old advertisement touts a skin and toilet soap claiming a perfect base from Tasmanian Blue Gum leaves. It markets "neve process" soap as a revolutionary cleanser that heals the skin, promising prevention of rancid fats and oils, with medical endorsement and a mail order offer from The R. T. Booth Company in Ithaca New York.
A major farmers meeting is planned at Kansas State Agricultural College in Manhattan on November 24. Exhibits will showcase ongoing college experiments vital to farmers and dairymen, with 4,000 to 2,000 attendees expected from across Kansas. The Kansas Creamery Association will join, using the new building for dairy product experiments, and railroads have offered a fare reduction for attendees.
The piece contrasts John J Ingalls views on women with Susan B Anthony stances. It argues women are equal when given the ballot and highlights themes of gender, politics, and independence, noting influence of attire on public perception. The excerpt reflects debates on suffrage and political equality.
In a brief, unsettled report a man named Winfield Worman recounts a sorrowful episode occurring during a night walk. The fragment hints at sleepwalking and a troubling personal moment, with sparse context and dates omitted.
A Pasadena woman recounts switching from Java to Postum Food Coffee after coffee caused dizziness and headaches. She notes rapid improvement once she boiled Postum long enough and urges others to replace coffee with Postum. The letter mentions Postum Co, Battle Creek, and her contact for an application.
Mrs Franklin wandered in the rain toward the river south of town wearing worn stockings. She was found by Merbert Shreck at the Shreck home and given dry clothes and stimulants. Police reported no clear memory of how she left the house or how long she had wandered. her condition was serious and recovery uncertain.
Milwaukee report outlines plans for a Chicago based American League team next spring with Charlie Comiskey as owner and manager. Discussion covers league relations, potential relocation from Grand Rapids, and possible Cleveland movement if National League retracts. Loftus negotiations and broader Western League shifts toward Chicago and Sanctioned moves are noted.
The schooner Maple Leaf was brought into Stanley harbor by the Snowstorm tug. It foundered in heavy seas twenty five miles north of Cleveland during a Friday night storm. Captain Robert Robson of Leamington and his brother Evan Robson were drowned. two crew members Daynt and Wil J. McIntosh survived a terrible ordeal. The storm damaged the vessel and the crew’s fate was confirmed by the wreck. Captain Betsen reportedly married Wednesday to Miles Ciara Foster of Leamington.
The Tribe of Hensur is denied admission to Kaneos by the state Insurance department. Its rules grant members a lease on their jobs or benefits, while law requires regular officer elections every four years. The supervisor cites misalignment with the law, blocking the organization from engaging in business in Kan.
B Purington of Newark New Jersey said to be an actor was found dead in a Southern railroad Pullman sleeper train arriving at 6 20 5 last night. He boarded in Atlanta, Ga. and though the conductor noted health concerns the body was taken to the morgue Mr Purington was about 33 years old.
A Dallas report says United States Senator Chilton declined a joint debate with Congressman J. W. Baller in the race for the U.S. Senate. Bailey has formally challenged Chilton and is expected to address the Dallas Democracy tonight.
A Washington dispatch reports Governor Leary of Guam has issued drastic orders to the island’s adults. All unmarried natives must wed by November 3 and perform labor duties, while concubinage is banned. Officials worked hard to issue licenses as the population rapidly complies.
Dispatches describe British troops massing at Cape Town readiness as two transports reach Durban. A relief column moves toward Eastcourt while General Buller strengthens exposed points. Reports note 80,000 troops carried long distances and 20,000 provincial auxiliaries employed amid Boer resistance and strategic redeployments.
O Brien and Clough pressed Manager McGraw of the Baltimore club to back a four Western titles scheme and release funds via Tom McCarthy. McGraw refused to enter any plan that bypassed the National League and said he might hire the team only if Baltimore left the NL for a protective new association. O Brien conceded the new group would demand changes and noted objections to the reserve rule.
A London dispatch reports Lord Salisbury’s bereavement at the death of Lady Salisbury, ending planned government consultations and turning the Emperor's visit into a purely family affair. The schedule shifts to a Windsor dinner party and affectionate greetings between two great powers, with preparations for a quiet end to official exchanges.
Riliah Moore age 12 confesses to shooting his father Rev deme Moore during a period of restraint and claims his 13 year old sister Mary was implicated. He admits planning the crime two weeks prior and later he was indicted by the grand jury. The incident occurred at % o'clock in the morning and the youth returned to bed after the act.
North American Mail Steamship Saint Decree sails from Tacoma with about 700 tons bound for China and Japan. Cotton dominates the cargo, with other items noted along the route. | Halibut shipments from northern grounds total seventy five thousand pounds sent to Boston and New York from Vancouver.
The city moves to contract with a crematory for ten years to dispose of night soil and dead animals. Controversy over price and terms follows bids from Topeka Crematory company with debates on private versus city responsibility and the extent of the contract. Mayor Drew and councilmembers weigh costs and public health duties as deliberations continue.
A Washington dispatch to the Tribune states the Dahlgren torpedo boat failed to reach expected speed under favorable tests. Despite repeated trials the vessel did not meet contract speed, and builders agreed to seek a remedy by Congress. The costly contract and penalties are outlined with completion well beyond the original 18 months.
A trial board led by Commanders Emory and Toel ker reviewed standardization tests for propeller speed on the Dahlven and Pocahontas. The ships conducted measured runs with speeds around thirty knots, facing feed pump failures and gear issues. The board noted the Dahlven achieved about Thirty knots under certain conditions, while Pocahontas showed improved power, though overall results suggested possible adjustments to gearing and measurement methods.
Nov 2 Covington Georgia reports a masked mob of about ten attacked the jail seeking to lynch white man William Collins. Sheriff Anderson ordered deputies to fire. shots were exchanged, with reports of possible fatalities. Collins was arrested earlier, while the mob retreated before taking action.
In San Francisco unclear reports list deaths tied to Pasadena and victims across America Europe and Australia. The item mentions a figure of $4 and references Hiden Staue and a girl in celebration, with cryptic phrases such as etisbe and Amonio Pentiien.
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