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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1898
Page
4
The era's tangled notes discuss wheat price shifts, peace prospects with Spain, and political maneuvering. References to tariff debates, war finance, and public sentiment frame a portrait of a nation uneasy about treaties, taxation, and leadership as voices call for steadier paths and clearer forecasts.
A New York Press report notes a long temperance trial in Belgium attracting business leaders. The Antwerp area hosts the Vieille Montagne mine near Anvers with thousands employed and tens of millions in wages, illustrating broader economic impact of temperance ideas on industry.
A factory story reports demoralized workers treated by selling ordinary cheap wines from Italy and Spain at cost. Wine consumption rises while liquor use declines, improving health and productivity. The article notes contrast with France where ardent spirits remain high. It includes various odd anecdotes about social habits and local life, reflecting period sensibilities.
A jumbled column draws on literary allusions and social commentary, highlighting themes of sentimentality, gender views, and moral contrasts. It references Bag Tendency in Modern Literature, a benevolent nobleman figure, and everyday domestic observations, all presented in a fragmented, antiquated newspaper voice.
In Philadelphia Ort 183 the United States circuit court of appeals handed down an opinion reversing the circuit court decision in the customs duty case of the importing arm of Meyer and Wickinson against the government. Judge Shiras writes for the court ruling against the government in this hat trimming dispute.
Information from the War Department reports a Spanish officer stated that if Spain had known the true condition of the American army they would have continued fighting to defend Cuba. The remark fuels unease in official circles and suggests Madrid may seize on Cuban debt negotiations amid doubts about American strength.
John W. Breidenthal issues a call for all state banks to show their condition at close of business with borrowed money itemized if over percent. He notes many banks fail to hold directors meetings, threatens revocation of authority to transact, requires reports and proceedings, and urges accurate annual receipts and disbursements accounting before year end.
The Independent Catholic parish of All Saints files a $50,000 damages suit in Chicago circuit court against Archbishop and Carding Lecichowski for publishing a major excommunication against former priest Father Koxtowski. The document alleges the church leaders used their influence to coerce parishioners and others into shunning the plaintiff, threatening ecclesiastical penalties for any association with him.
The army subsistence department rebuts errors by Major Seaman during the war investigating commission hearing. Seaman claimed no access to commissary supplies, but records show the Ponce chief had $244,000 available for requisitions. Major Daly later secured $2,600 for sick needs and returned unspent funds.
Marysville Kansas reports two Marshall county men Carleton and Frank Moore in Guittard township adjudged insane by probate court and to be sent to the Typeks asylum. Frank married, Carleton single living with him. Frank believed Carleton was Jean Christ, worshipped Jim in many ways. After two weeks they grew violent, locked temadoes in an upstairs room, gathered defenses around the farm. Mrs Moore fled with children, neighbors alarmed, arrests made without incident. Trial quiet.
George W Van Werlen recounts a tale from Wichita on October 18 where a shepherd dog, injured by a mower, amputated part of its foreleg itself to free the leg. After Smith treated the dog with salves and dormants, the dog began healing and walking on two legs with a limp.
In Wichita Kansas this spring a grower from the Van Ney home area discussed cotton from Kanes and Van Sey, noting exceptionally fine lint and whiteness. He claimed no finer cotton seen, praising large bolls and high quality, while recounting lessons from southern and northern Texas fields and urging continued attention to cotton selection.
Hope, Kansas, reports a mortgage scam where two men posed as buyers and a tutor to fleece a local agent. They used fake deeds and abstracts to secure a $409 loan, then vanished with funds after presenting falsified ownership papers tied to lands near Galeeburg and Morrie counties.
A German language class in Graham County, Kansas, aids politicians as about a dozen Russian voters and many local leaders participate. The class aims to flush out political leanings and help politicians connect with foreigners as elections approach.
Independence Oct. 28 A Paola man Frank Bf Sheridan an attorney and BE Flarberger of Atchubot discussed the cure of W C Oldfield and Missouri Pacific railway Oldfield lost his right arm when it was cut near the shoulder March 35 1837 near the Missouri Pacific water tank in this city He seeks damages of 37000 in a suit filed against the railroad
Fireman on the engine of a northbound freight train was thrown clear when a detached water pipe bumped the tender. He suffered severe injuries including a crushed arm. he filed for compensation of £77,100 and was brought to Paola for treatment.
Arthur Eagle and W Guinans of Chanute report a herd of about forty cattle missing from a pasture west of Buffalo in Webster County. The cattle, described as high quality, include four head belonging to Eagle, ten to Guinans, five to Muicap, seven to Tarseil, and a man from Humboldt. Cards offer a large reward for return.
Fort Scott Kan Oct 18 Mrs Mollie Johnston's damage suit against the Memphis for Titwh for the killing of her husband was dismissed by the district court. The court ruled there was no negligence by the railroad company, noting the deceased crossed a track despite partial deafness and city ordinance on speed. The train crew’s failure to observe the ordinance did not alter the outcome.
Hil City Kan Oct 18 The Union Pacific passenger express and mail trails between Salina and Plainville show diminished service since August. Mixed trains operate west of Plainville while delays and long gaps frustrate patrons. three to five trains work the line with relays and depot painting cited as signs of neglect. Strong claims state the company treats patrons poorly and service is routinely inadequate across the district.
Concordia Blade profiles editor J Hagaman a busy figure doing pastimes and editing, setting type, managing two chess games by post, entertaining callers, moving furniture, and handling letters and business tasks. The piece lauds his work ethic and temperate lifestyle.
Coffeyville Kan October 18 The Elioworth paper mill shipped a carload of nitrate to Kansas City The first shipment followed by several more batches totaling seven hundred cars of ore and materials The county commissioners cancelled last week bonds worth of scrip on a cash basis Let Davies fill that bin before cold weather.
Havana October 18 American military commission held talks at Trocha hotel with Rear Admiral Sampson present. An official note outlines Spanish troop detachments leaving the island while Gomez staff officers resign amid discord with their chief. Several officers reportedly departed including Fermin Valdez Domingues and others. City council sets $12.70 fee for Havana plans. Duchess of Devonshire loses jewelry on a train near Amiens. satchel believed stolen.
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