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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1898
Page
4
Fragmented items recount tensions in New York Republican circles, debates over Roosevelt’s prospective 1904 bid, and public chatter on leadership, pensions, and party strategy. The piece blends political rumor, social gossip, and stray notes about figures from Crocker Croker to Admiral Sampson.
Sourced fragmentary chatter in a rural Atchison area centers on a woman of advancing age, a servant girl, and a newly arrived man causing curiosity and gossip among townsfolk. Residents debate appearances, marriage strain, and wartime loyalties as tongues wag and rumors spread through social circles.
In the Rawlins district court, a remarkable divorce action heads to trial in November. The 46 year old wife sues for divorce, alimony, and property division from her 60 year old husband after thirty years of marriage and fourteen children, many details of cruelty and family history cited. The case notes the husband’s father purchased lumber for a coffin months earlier.
Wichita records reveal former district clerk N. Bridgman faced a bondlinked inquiry after retiring in 1918. He failed to turnover monies from cases, including No. 14 397 Felix vs Frisco Railway and No. 6034 John Saunders vs Ann Saunders, totaling about 600 dollars. Bondsmen pressured settlement. Bridgman borrowed 800 and paid nett sum to settle claims with successor Arnett.
Jacob Weniczewske, said to be Leavenworth’s oldest resident, died at his home on Fifth and Thornton aged about 103. Born in Poland in 1792, he came to America as a boy and worked as a coal miner in early life. He had lived with his grandson Louis Starusk on Pitth and Thornton streets for years, was rarely ill until about a year ago, and died of natural causes. Funeral services were held at the Polish Catholic church and he was interred at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Excitement rises in Arkansas City and southern county over a lead and zinc discovery said to be rich and potentially payable. The ore is on a creek bottom east of the city within a small tract about two miles by a half mile. Locals report wells dug and after rains the dirt yielded ore in large quantities, previously unsuspected in that location.
Ore has been found near a farm owned by P. H Albright after heavy rains. A large quantity was located on Gwht's adjoining farm in Arkansas City. Similar findings occurred on Andrews farm. Joplin experts examined the ore and concluded lead and zinc exist in paying quantities, prompting company formation for prospecting and negotiations for leases.
Judge Simons heard arguments in a case challenging the taxation of judgments under a new law. Fort Scott attorneys Perry Crain Keane Gates McCleverty Padgett argued for three banks that seek to annul the 1897 tax on judgments. Plaintiffs contend the act is unconstitutional and not uniform, exempting certain judgments while taxing others.
Katherine Vaughn filed in Leavenworth district court seeking 710,000 against the Kansas City Northwestern railway for the death of her son, Overton Vaughn. Alleged struck by a moving train near Tonginxie desert station while waiting for relatives.
Mican treasurer elect George Atwood died at his old home in Herndon after coming to Rawlins county in 1897 to work in mercantile business. He had planned to assume office October 11. His death affects party balance as Republicans nominated Wil Doyle, Populist Simpson, and Democrats backed the current treasurer.
Llywellyn of Emporia and Silas Hult Le Camptell of Hartford wed at the bride's sister Mere Perry Fowler home in Hartford. Llywellyn, of company BE Twenty second Kansas, is on furlough. Miss Campbell came from Hartford two weeks earlier for a visit and instant romance sparked the marriage, now at their new house.
Captain Duncan, assistant surgeon of the Twenty-second Kahres volunteers, describes witnessing Confederate grave robbing near Leavenworth. He says several men dug an abandoned grave, and he opposed the disorder, noting it is not the duty of medical officers to enforce army discipline.
Wichita dispatch reports Sheriff C W Simmons chased a thief who stole a team of strawberry roan mares and a wagon from Judge Dale's farm ten miles north of Clearwater on October 1. The thief, who had been working there, left without feeding the stock. A $50 reward is offered for capture and return of the property.
Miss Ethel Henry of 116 Western avenue died by taking strychnine this afternoon at 2 o clock. The 16 year old high school student left a sudden spasm and cried out I have taken poison. Her mother and two sisters, Eva Harding Ida Barnes and J G Malvane were called but she died in great suffering. No cause is known and the family reports no home trouble or romantic involvement. The family is poor but not needy. The poison was not found in the house and the mystery centers on where she obtained it. The daughter was interested in chemistry and sometimes did strange things.
In Salem Oregon General Hon Joseph Simon of Portland was chosen as United States senator by the Oregon Legislature in a joint session receiving the full Republican vote. The tally showed Simon 67 Kinkead 23 Bennett 2 absent 1.
Governor Clough states no reinforcements were requested for Walker and questions Bacon’s victory claim. He notes Minnesota will manage without further war department aid while Indians claim victory and residents along the Fossian branch urge protection from Washington.
Washington October 5. A member of the Philippine Commission arrives at the White House for a brief conference with the president. He says the commission will meet around November 2 to prepare and present its report to the president and Congress. The form of territorial government to be recommended cannot yet be disclosed.
A fragment from Grand Rapids Michigan outlines the American Board of Foreign Missions meeting with addresses proposing support changes. A Home Department report cites missionary outreach and concerns over addressing heathen conditions. Also notes a flyer promotion for Exposition in Omaha and announces J A Paull’s return to duties after illness.
An elderly reader recounts a harsh nervous disorder and a failed treatment before finding relief with pills named in the story. The piece portrays the man becoming a cautionary example for others seeking remedies for nervous system ailments.
Decatur county prospers as Oberlin reports full housing and scarce vacancies. Wheat acreage for next year expected to exceed this year’s record, with cattle feeding projected at around 50 000 head plus 10 000 stock cattle. Jackson elevator completed with 10 000 bushels daily capacity. J J Jackson handled $5 carloads in 1997 and anticipates loading at least 150 cars this year.
Parkhurst, a Kelfoge and South Lawrence merchant, sues Otto Weiss of Newton Milling for 300 in Judge Enoch's court claiming Weiss refused to sell him flour after Parkhurst offered 20 for four bags. Weiss counters that Parkhurst has long bought flour but has undercut prices and caused collection difficulties.
Emporia October report details John Ludy living six miles east of the city being gored by a vicious bear. He had subdued the animal and was untoned when the beast mauled him, goring the right thigh with a long deep wound. The injury was severe.
Fort Scott high school coach Garrett unveils seven football dates this month and next, four at home and three away. Games include Ottawa and Topeka matchups with other high school teams, some requiring nonstudents to sit out. The Ottawa game next Saturday is highlighted as a strong contest.
County Health Officer Davis reports a six person family near Independence in a vacated barn. Head Thomas Torrance is deaf and blind, his wife ill with typhoid. two weeks ago the county moved them to town for care. Now two children also fall ill as poverty and illness compound their plight.
County Commissioner Taylor and Dr. Davie visited a family with a 14 year old boy and a 3 year old girl to arrange two experienced nurs es to attend to their wants. Every effort is being made to provide for their comfort.
Newton announces troubling for East Piriy base of soldiers monument now being quarried. The monument will be massive with a cannon atop weighing just over 15 000 pounds. The base consists of seven pieces, one stone weighing 20 tons.
George Miller, loading a wagon with furniture one and a half miles east of Emporia, was thrown under a runaway team. The horses bolted after frightening near the wagon, running over him and tearing his face. Two wheels passed over his body. he is expected to be bedbound for several weeks.
The Montgomery county Ancient Order of United Workmen meets in Coffeyville October 1l to mark the group’s first anniversary. Notable figures including Grand Master Workman John M. Crider and Senator G H Lamb will attend. At night 108 new members will be initiated with Grand Master Workman C Teene presiding.
Report from marshal El Trapuato says no gravity to the attack on a native protest in the city. The minister of the Interline orders full examination while the United States consul reports the affair was exaggerated. The article also notes a Belgian distilling company planning a $3,000,000 capital operation in a city and an endorsement for Queen Baking Powder. W H S Pepperell returns to Concordia as state central committeeman.
Rock Island excursion to Omaha set for Tuesday October 11. Train departs Rock Island depot at unspecified time and arrives in Omaha at 4 p.m. Return departs Omaha Thursday and arrives Rock Island the same day. Meals priced at 3.25 dollars. Concerts and events listed at Garfield Park with registration and back-closing dates in October.
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