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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1898
Page
4
A jumble of 19th century clippings references politics protests and foreign affairs. Mentions Governor Tanner Brack Breckinridge Roosevelt Cleveland and McKinley with notes on China Cuba Spain and Paris tied to US politics and elections. The fragmentary text hints at parade safety and international diplomacy amid a volatile era.
A fragmented review questions the Ohio Supreme Court record and criticizes citations, noting inconsistencies across states and the U S Supreme Court. It argues that legal reasoning shows human imperfection and that precedent shifts with judges, while quoting Chicago proverbs on judgment and authority.
A garbled collection of historical names, places, and anecdotes appears, citing figures like General Wood, Hudyard Kipling, Sir Philip Nelson, and Benedict Arnold while mentioning Parsons, Irish peerages, and various social witticisms. The piece threads through biographical curiosities, theatre attributions, and brief jests from multiple sources.
A testimonial claims Hood's Sarsaparilla improved a long rheumatic condition and grip by restoring strength and weight. The writer credits several bottles for relief and notes notable personal recovery, citing faith in the product.
The general convention discussed expanding missionary work in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and the Philippines. It recommends joint commissions, conference with the church of England for Hawaii, and independence considerations for Cuba. A new missionary district in Kioto, Japan is proposed, with revised hymnal and a standard Bible under study. A judicial system for bishops and church courts is outlined, while disputes over Hawaiian affairs were tabled for hearings. Also included is an anecdote about a medical remedy for a child's diarrhea, unrelated to church matters.
Cured claim for rheumatism. guarantee of Fegans Theumatism Remedy to cure cases. Trade promotion for Wilson and Arnold products via PAVIS & NICHOLSOD. Invitation to dine at Frank Long's on Sunday with dinner priced at 250.
Oct 22 Leavenworth and Winfield reports tell of a murdered unidentified man found near the Walnut river bridge after a gang attack at their camp. The victim, about 50 with gray hair and beard, was dragged by a train and found with two bloody car couplings nearby. two suspects were briefly detained, later released, and a silver pocketbook and cash were recovered from the scene.
Ottawa reports the Chautauqua board accepts Judge Benson’s resignation, appoints John Z. Clark in his stead, and notes personal reasons. Prof. H W Richards offers a lecture series The Wonders of the Earth and Sky, with secretary authorized to accept. Park expansion and barn removal planned to enhance Forest Park for a lively program July 17–18.
A Fort Dodge couple married after a series of elopements and divorces. The groom, a Mexican War veteran over 70, previously wed a widow, separated, then resumed affairs with his former flame. The bride, formerly from the city, joined him before the latest divorce and remarriage. The tale ends with the couple’s troubled home life.
Iola voters will decide on a proposition authorizing the mayor and council to issue bonds up to forty thousand dollars to buy the Tola Gas Co plant property and franchise under a district court decree dated January 5 1597. The election is set for November 1.
Salina Saline October 22 the city attorney ruled the proposal to build a high school cannot be submitted at the current election. It can only be voted on at a special election or the April city election. The ruling disappoints residents seeking a new high school. In Leavenworth a former soldier shot and fatally wounded a man Friday.
Fred Wolf, a regular army man, fought with Maher after a saloon meeting led to a friendly boxing match. Wolf fired in self defense, hitting Maher in the abdomen. Maher survived but is not expected to live, and Wolf surrendered after the shooting.
Atchison report states Charles Johnson is jailed for keeping a dog without paying the license. He swore no dog lived at or had ever been at his premises while his wife had once kept a dog that she later gave away. Judge Tazaite fined him $5 and Johnson vowed to appeal.
Ottawa reports a Rosemont resident sent 37 with a conscience plea to Franklin County treasurer. The sender admitted killing three wolves for bounty in a neighboring county, brought them to Franklin County to claim a bounty, and kept the money with interest.
An English lord visiting America meets B Hoffman at Enterprise Leavenworth and stays with him. The lord is a British peer and upper house member, traveling incognito to inspect sites and talk business with Hoffman.
Fort Scott officials order merchants to stop giving away or selling cigarette wrappers and cigarettes. Police instructed to arrest offenders under the city ordinance. Violators face penalties up to 250 dollars yearly. other notices reference chattel mortgage actions at Haile Summit and Lawrence creditor claims against McKinistry Co and Poebler Mercantile Co.
John Bryden of Eureka Kansas on the state five stock sanitary commission ordered the Texas fever quarantine lifted in Wellington. Sheriff Hes kett is notifying residents whose properties were affected as efforts continue to stamp out the disease. Equal Suffrage Association meeting in Paola features distinguished workers and district plans.
The report lists pension grants to Kansans including Hartley, Burwell, Shuvey, Immele, Young, Welsenbach, Powell and others. Football in Newton features a matchup against Friends University, while Newton Methodists celebrate a quarter century of the church with a reception and addresses by former pastors and elders. Boyle's speech at Manteato draws a large crowd in Jewell County.
A long listing notes Sunday services at multiple churches in Sabbaltt Ia, with times, pastors, and sermon topics. Highlights include Second United Presbyterian on Huntoon and Polic trae, topics like burning and the Blessing in thee, and various congregations such as First Congregational and Westminster Presbyterian announcing sermons on divine leadership, Jonah’s call, and religious topics across morning and evening services.
A chaotic OCR fragment lists events on October 21 including concerts at Unitarian and M E churches, a Young Women’s Association meeting at 3 PM, a preaching service on God’s Word and its value, and a Grace Cathedral musical reading. Speakers include Rev. Jaynes and Pastor De Pooh Eng Main.
Promotion for an expansive Omaha Exposition to run from June to October, promising unparalleled scale and accessibility via Burlington Route. Notices call attention to tickets and routes, with remarks on the event’s prominence and rival claims. Product pitches for a salve and a patent remedy named Gipsy Queen are also noted alongside wholesale orders.
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