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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1898
Page
4
A garbled 19th century syndicate of notes across markets, politics, and society. Mentions New York elections, euro prices, a sultan in Crete, and reform debates. References include Belmont, Astor, Chantry, and a pretend public notice cadence. Several stray lines touch Japan, Georgia crops, and Ohio ballot laws. Overall, a mosaic of mid period commentary and market chatter.
Mrs Botkin, charged with murdering two women in Delaware via poisoned candy from the Unitad State mall, faces San Francisco arrest. California Governor Budd resists extradition, Delaware seeks it, and a heated dispute over fugitive status ensues as he orders potential shipment for trial.
General Denver, the man after whom the Colorado city was named, reflects on his namesake’s rise from frontier village to a hustling western metropolis with 179000 residents. He notes a vivid parallel as General Lee almost caused a bank run in Richmond, Washington, when a timidity caused a depositor to demand funds before the panic subsided.
A man occupied a farm for a year then claimed rent due and conspired with a neighbor to mislead the landlord. He proposed swapping to the neighbor’s farm at old prices, securing the second farm after a court proceeding. The neighbor allegedly saved by an accompanying witness.
Miss Anna Rose travels from the exposition in Omaha aboard the Santa Fe at 11 30 PM with her party. She recalls a lively time with novel sights and moments of discomfort, noting the midways and rides left strong impressions. The group faced reception mixups and confusion but praises President Wattles and Omaha hospitality while planning future travels to San Francisco and Honolulu.
A head on collision between an east bound freight and a west bound stock train near Indianola last night killed three men and injured four others. Fireman Walters Machinist Barton Brakeman Leadbetter and a locomotive fireman were named among the dead or injured. Both engines were wrecked and the damage to the railroad company was extensive with crews fighting the ensuing fire as investigators gathered facts.
The district court opened the trial of Will O. Hummer charged with shooting with intent to kill his supposed wife on August 13 near Shorey west of North Topeka. Two bullets struck Mrs. Hummer. the defendant, described as a man with a reddish brown moustache, faced counsel from A H Vence and W L Jurnzon, while the prosecution was led by County Attorney Jetmore. Witnesses including Mrs Yost and Ross Heller described the scene, noting Hummer shot the woman then turned the gun on himself, with Mrs Hummer recovering from injuries and the couple later visible in the hall outside the courtroom.
A weather note describes surprise rain that began at 7:00 AM with 0.20 inch recorded. Forecasters warned of showers tonight and party cloudy Saturday, but Sunday remains uncertain. The report notes inconsistent readings and the public’s mixed preparations despite predictions.
Paris reports Prince Victor Napoleon abdicates the Imperialist leadership to his brother Prince Louis amid opposition from ex Empress Eugenia and the Bonapartists. Louis, a colonel in the czarina’s Lancers, is connected with the Russian army and linked to Empress Eugenia. The Journal notes the succession and related royal intrigues. A Chicago rail fare notice ends the item with Santa Fe schedules and fares.
In Kansas a ruling requires jointists to remit twelve hundred dollars annually in advance. The decision outlines the payment timetable and the enforcement mechanism for overdue accounts, impacting local firms and partnerships across the state.
Conway Springs October 7 The city council adopts a high license system for joints and saloons setting a $1200 yearly fee paid in advance before opening. It requires the licensee to allow patrons to drink on premises and imposes penalties up to 100 dollars plus costs for violations.
Leavenworth reports the Democratic county central committee nominates Dr. Clarence C. Goddard for the Seventh district seat in the state legislature. He will accept, replacing ill Dr. Neely. Goddard, a Leavenworth native and property owner, faces Republican F. B. Dawes.
Coffeyville on October 7 sees Constable J J Baker assaulted while transporting two African American prisoners. The pair identified as EU Jones and Geo Johnson known as Big Red escaped after overpowering him. They had allegedly abducted two Black girls ages 14 and 15 and forced them to accompany them to a Cowboys reunion near Caney. Bonds set at $500 each in district court with pending transfer to Independence Jail.
Governor Lasdy plans to spend Sunday in the state capital while remaining mostly in his office next week. Major T J Anderson received a letter from J S Clarkson of the Omaha exposition confirming the Madocs have singing roles at the Grand Tara conversion on October 12 with President McKinley present, and additional spots on October 14 for Army and Navy day exercises. Willam Cathers, 35, an inmate at the country poorhouse for two years, shot himself twice, causing instant death. health allegedly a factor.
The article recounts Bishop's death during an alleged mind reading experiment at the Lambs club in New York City. Palmist Paul Alexander Johnstone claims to read thoughts while using medicines and a cataleptic state, noting physicians in Kansas City treating the mystery. The piece describes the investigation, a predeath palm reading, and the crowded reception room at 519 Harrison street where Johnstone performed palm readings.
Gov. Leedy’s health has deteriorated and he is unable to campaign or give speeches. He travelled from Lawrence to attend office duties but remains largely confined and wears tinted glasses to rest and avoid catching a cold.
Admiral Dawes cabled the Navy Department that Spain appears to send troops to Begs pore for Panay duty. The message notes controversy over right to reinforce during ongoing hostilities and hints a peace commission may decide. Temperance efforts by the Kets Law and Order Bureau seek Strong action against liquor law violators in Kansas.
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