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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1899
Page
4
A fragmented Topeka State Journal page discusses political shifts and sensational rumors ranging from the Prank about LaNaAN to national issues. It notes Democratic consolidations after a Dallas gathering, railroad expansion, and debates over taxation and constitutional limits affecting department stores in Kansas cities.
A Missouri circuit judge ruled that a law aimed at suppressing department stores is unconstitutional in the fret round. Judge A. M. Woodson sitting for the St. Joe circuit declared the measure invalid, noting it clearly intended to tax and restrain commerce.
From the Atchison Globe the item highlights Kin Commission members Harlow D Nowdie and Thomas B Yuddie debating proper conduct and limits on cousins. The piece mentions social norms, a vegetarian trend, and a local young married man facing in-law arrangements amid broader remarks on commissions and appointments.
A satirical vignette on marriage and female behavior notes that women crave variety in husbands and conceal their desires with wit. It humorously imagines a wife’s longing, a husband’s deception, and the idea that the spare bedroom becomes a symbol of security after marriage.
Fragmentary Chicago piece reflects humorous gossip about marriage, money, and reputation. It hints at a poor groom, a doctor, and a returning town visitor, suggesting changes in a social scene as a new man may sweep but an old one finds dirt in corners.
Fragments describe a Kansas town, Beloit losses, and court business. Postmaster at the county Gonsett emigrates, bond issues discussed. Abilene boasts a pint to its town’s hat, Miss Alvine Carlton leaves Solomon Sentinel for health reasons, and a northern orator laments circus seats and bow requests.
Takin October 10 People in this section back a large scale experimental dairy farm. Hutchinson creamery expert Thomas Parker has explored prospects for a Kearney county plant. State leaders contemplate granting a township for the project if Parker joins. Parker’s creamery record boosts the plan, with Shady Grove’s creamery showing regional potential.
The Wichita coal market faces severe shortages and price hikes. Dealers report backlogged orders from August and indicate demand exceeding supply. Coal from Cherokee Nation may be banned, threatening Kiotdike coal and worsening winter shortages.
Neodesha reports a decade long effort at municipal gas utility ownership yields receipts of 51,192.15 for the year, about 65.15 monthly, with 420 annual operating expenses and bond interest, while 3,700 has been applied to debt. The city begins the new fiscal year with 2,000 in gas bond funds.
Steeling October 19. Rice County farmers cheer rising broom corn prices. W H Lave notes a long-awaited market surge. Prices climbed from 70 to 100 per ton as buyers like W C Smpser offered large quantities. Growers feel vindicated after persistent wait and restraint.
Judge Randolph declines to grant a change of venue for the Topeka Santa Fe case in Emporia district court. The Atchison Topeka Santa Fe company sought a venue shift claiming prejudice from prior hearings. The statement indicates the judge’s ruling and outlines previous factors considered by the court.
An advertisement warns that an impure stomach causes mood and nervousness and lists symptoms such as constipation insomnia and palpitations. It urges readers to use Hostetter's Stomach Bitters to prevent fever and ague and to obtain a private stamp covering the product at drug stores.
The judge declares the railroad company has not shown grounds for a change of venue and affirms that the defendant can receive a fair and impartial trial before the court. Randolph’s supporters claim Santa Fe’s venue request will influence votes in the next election.
United States district court session in Leavenworth extends to Oct 16 with Judge Hook presiding. Foreman John Hannon leads a grand jury as jurors including John Scholars and John Fenton are selected. Embezzlement case against William Martindale continued, and suit by Morton Albaugh against D M Davis dismissed. Counterfeiting case against J C McKibben also continued. Hines mall delay case set for Thursday. Brith letters case amended amid inmate illness in the south.
In Holton Oct 19, Mrs Hatton Goodman and Mrs Justin Klasmelen wed by Rev W Stauffer. The groom is 83 and the bride 73. They planned a Europe trip, dividing property among children after family opposition and plans to travel soon.
An executive committee in Reno County has arranged the program for the upcoming Sunday School union convention to be held in the city on November 13 and 14. Notable out of town speakers include Rev WN Page of Leavenworth First Presbyterian, Rev A E Dubber of Wichita First Christian, J H Littie of Lacrosse state committee, Garges of Newton, Sreaiderit 0 of the State Sunday School union, Don Kinney Newton state executive chairman, and J H Eagle of Abilene state secretary of Kansas Sunday School union.
S H Fish of South Sylvan street raised three crops of grapes from about six vines. The first harvest weighed 400 pounds, the second 50, and the third 75. The last crop is nearly ripe and well formed with good size.
Fort Scott October 10 The Kansan State Bankers association will meet there on the 11th and 19th of this month. National Comptroller Jas H Eckles of Washington DC will speak on banking and the money question. The gathering aims to share notes and discuss legislation for banks and their customers.
Bert Guncasen formerly a Gladstone hotel clerk in Arkansas City was arrested in Oklahoma City charged with robbing the hotel safe of 2320. The alarm came after the clerk reported a safe theft while out of the office, leading proprietor Amos Gipson to dismiss him for carelessness before suspecting the clerk had taken the money.
In a district court a judgment was recovered concerning a policy on the life of a Kansas City soldier who died at Fort Leaveworth while on leave. Relatives claim the insured, Robert G., died on the way home from Sanienessenen, and the dispute centers on payment under the policy with the Knights and Ladies of Fireside.
A testimonial letter from Mrs Sunter to Mrs Pinkham lauds Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits it with lifting her from illness after a year of sickness and bed rest aided by Liver Pills and Sanative Wash. A second letter from Mrs Barnhart praises the medicine for relief from postpartum and reproductive illnesses. The piece also notes a Kansas Baptist convention opening in Ottawa with Rev George D. Rogers preaching and many visitors expected.
Parsons reports the city supplied the largest number of recruits for the Philippines conflict. Lieutenant Jack Crotty led the call under the War Department, with WI recruits from Parsons passing muster. Ottawa Journal Sold to Clark Wilkinson, plans Republican-leaning coverage.
The special train carrying Admiral Dewey, guest of W. Seward Webb, pulled into North Bennington Vermont at 12 20 PM amid a large welcome demonstration from hundreds of locals. Dewey's Vermont visit drew a warm reception as the train halted for the distinctive Vermonter.
The annual Women's golf championship of the Tilt Ved Blates Golf association began at Bala Pa with an 18 hole qualifying round. Notable entries include G W Francis of Brookline and Katharine Cassatt of Philadelphia among top scorers. early totals show several key players posting 121 to 123 totals through 11 holes and 18 holes.
Roger and Martha Colt, longtime Roxborough tenants, live under one roof with no words shared for years. A police court hearing revealed his reluctance to continue monthly support while she pressed for payment and relief from their estranged life together.
Wellington October 10 Senator Thurston stated in an interview that Nebraska politics make prediction risky. He asserted Bryan holds his coalition, and said the final result hinges on ballot counting with no firm forecast.
The Chicago Record notes prairie dogs have surged in western Nebraska, alarming Sheridan County. Nine towns near Rushville threaten pasture, killing grass and reducing grazing land. Extermination efforts vary. carbon disulphide is effective but costly, viruses risk harming livestock, and feeding challenges hinder success.
Tickets on sale. W. W. Massingill of Beau Mont touts the value of the Santa Fe return trip fare of 462 dollars. The notice mentions merchandise, market prospects, and a general appeal to travelers, with brief reference to health concerns and children in need of care.
A Hastings correspondent describes Enique Mountain Town by the White Mountains as a unique American settlement with over 240 inhabitants year round, swelling in winter. It features two large manufacturing establishments, a post office, schools, churches, a telegraph, and varied housing. yet it remains unincorporated. Its history traces to 1797 land grants and a name change from Nigger Tom’s Settlement after settlers faced pressure from a lawless claim. The town hosts a diverse workforce on pay days at the village store, has distinctive foreboding houses, and operates without a cartier or formal police, relying on a lumber company and a sparse road network along a narrow valley. The school is funded by lumber companies with teachers paid by 10 cents from workers’ pay.
A Lewiston observer at the Exchange Hotel recalls a sea tale about a bottle drift from New Fiex toward Ireland. The story, mingling in French and English, describes a bottle’s voyage and a letter carried afloat, with references to a French coast and a taunting moment observed by locals.
The only surviving Nelson child, Will Nelson, is said to be considerably better today though still in a dangerous condition. A doctored photograph controversy and a tale of a machine cat from Nebraska are noted as circulating, but medical updates remain cautious as the case unfolds.
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