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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1899
Page
4
The Topeka State Journal reports on subscription terms, editorial notes about foreign affairs, and a wide scan of global issues. It discusses U.S. naval figures, border disputes, and pressures among European powers as they seek influence and arbitration, with attention to the Philippines and Manila.
A fragmented report describes a tense gathering among locals preparing for a forthcoming showdown. The scene mentions peers, cordial streets, and a mix of anticipation about how events will unfold, with emphasis on communal involvement and readiness.
A fragmented column notes shifting attitudes as a widow’s fate spurs reformers, while public cynicism grows toward scandal and political labels. The piece contrasts courage with social discomfort and references era figures and city life. It also comments on patience, honesty, and respect within communities and individuals facing scandal.
A short humorous essay notes a woman's belief in flashing eyes and romance. It observes that loss can be softened by memories and suggests marrying quickly may be cheaper than courtship. It contrasts a girl who waves to a stranger with rapid marriage as a form of romance.
A harvest of varied items from Kansas towns reports new water works, brick yard hunts, alfalfa yields at 30 per acre, rising cattle auctions, widespread winter wheat nearing completion, and a booming Western Union profit. Mentions Prosperity, Winfield Baptists, Jewell county towns linked by a telephone line, and growing retail and livestock activity across the state.
Fragmented notes recount a sheriff in Beloit facing off with his brother amid a police station arrest for carrying a concealed weapon. Dramatic critique savages the East Lynne production, mocking performances, voices, and set pieces, while noting the show’s wasteful excess and misplaced acting.
A fragmented early 20th century poem or dramatic verse fragment laments invasion and unrest. The speaker voices fear of war and social upheaval, with religious imagery and vague references to bells, hymns, and conflicting loyalties. It mentions nature and a brewing conflict affecting men and families.
Fragmented OCR text describes a distant site at a depot and fortifications, mentioning hunting, health measures, and military movements. References to general officers, fort locations, and troop accommodations hint at wartime logistics and personnel. The excerpt lacks clear dates or cohesive events but centers on military presence and hunting near a fort.
After a month of severe drought, a fine rain began in the early morning. Cattle were driven miles for water and relief is greatly appreciated.
An old advertisement touts Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a cure for blood, kidney, bowel, and liver troubles. Testimonial claims include relief for kidney issues and scrofulous humor, with emphasis on health mastery and duty. The obscure misspellings and odd phrasing reflect vintage catalog copy.
Wakeeney reports Esther L Burns a 25 year old farmer’s daughter from Wakeeney elopes with Henry Hiedelmann to Denver. On wedding day she worsens, exhibiting mania and delirium. doctors cite altitude effects. Hiedelmann keeps vigil as they return home for care.
Independence Oct 2 A stock company to sink shafts for coal on the Hayes farm, three miles northwest of Independence, struck a vein over ten feet thick at 900 feet depth while drilling last week. If the coal proves large in quantity, Montgomery county may host the state's richest coal field, though officials doubt this is part of the southeastern beds. Previous drilling nearby yielded 18 feet of coal at 450 feet in a gas well, but no action was taken then.
Fort Scott Oct 25 Charley Kauffman market squareman received a letter from Fremont Ohio with a postal money order for 36 cents collected for his father 49 years ago. The long missing money order has changed hands and Kauffman offers a red apple and a candy stick to the first student who presents correct computation of the amount.
The story recounts a Kansas-Missouri era debt mystery involving Charles Kaufman and his brothers Richard and William, sons of a Seneca County Ohio settler. A friend held notes, a stranger in Fremont, Ohio sends money orders for $5 as partial collections, and the writer explains it is time to close the account after most makers went to war or moved away.
Oct 26 reports a sharp coal price surge across Kansas City markets with all grades up 50 cents to 125 dollars per ton versus last year. Dealers cannot meet demand as railroads stockpile coal for their own use, leaving consumers clamoring for limited supply amid fears of a cold wave.
Dr. F. R. Stewart a northern state dentist, staying in Arkansas City, was robbed of 550 in money two watches and a revolver after meeting five men in Wichita. The men shared a room with him, he suspected drugging, and the robbers vanished before dawn with the valuables. No trace has been found.
Atchison October 25 three boys Philip Young Harney Shanklin and Clarence suduen tan left after breakfast Monday and a group of employes is searching for them. Young once ran away to visit his mother in a Kansas City hospital and is described as an unruly child. Superintendent Hite thinks reform school is the remedy. Shanklin identified as a negro.
Montrone Oct 25 Engine No 922 of the Chicago Rock Island Pacific railroad scattered fire across the countryside from Belleville to Smith Center. Winds fed the blaze destroying over 200 tons of hay at J. D. Hit ranch and alfalfa on the Closter Brod farm. Quarry workers fought the fumes but the wind thwarted their efforts.
The Lincoln Music Club of Lincoln Nebraska will give a concert tonight for the Topeka Music Club members and associates at Library Hall Topeka. Six members of the Lincoln club are present. A concert grand piano from Kansas City has been installed for the event. This starts a series of concerts for the Hi xochite members.
John Shaffer and wife transfer southwest quarter for 6008 dollars. Champs transfer to John Shaffer Lot 373 at Kansas Avenue. Shawnee County to RW Blackburn 37.81 for Railroad et al Willard. Potter to AG Po 1.11 for lots 447-18-5 Oakland Avenue. J and May Hurley own lots 68 and others on Walnut Grove subdivision. Geo M Noble and wife to H C Fuldeg 10 for Tyler Street lots 73-57. Shawnee transfers continue for Noble to Geo at Noble Tyler properties 278-57.
In a San Francisco interview Gen Bred Funston clarifies his remarks about the Catholic church in the Philippines. He praises secular priests while criticizing Dominican friars, denies anti Catholic intent, and expresses duty remains to his country. He and his wife face separation as he contemplates service in the Philippines and division of future plans.
The Santa Fe passenger department received notice from General Passenger Byrne of the Southern California road that all arrangements are made to take the Twentieth Kansas regiment out of San Francisco next Sunday afternoon. The regiment will arrive here Thursday morning of next week.
Philadelphia Oct 3 The University of Pennsylvania football team leaves on the Pennsylvania Limited Express for Chicago to face the Chicago university team on Saturday. Twenty five players travel with coaches trainers and several nonplaying staff. The team is badly crippled and aims to reach peak for the Harvard game next week.
In Topeka today a Kansas City creditor of cattle swindler Grant Gillett expressed glee at his supposed death from smallpox. He claimed a $36,000 life insurance payout made him “square” with Gillett, stating he would profit if Gillett died, while noting his past mistreatment.
The funeral for George Roberts was held this afternoon from his residence at 31 West Tenth Street. Roberts, 33, son of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Roberts, had been ill with typhoid fever and died Monday night. He was a popular Topeka resident and a member of the Topeka lodge of Elks which attended the service in a body. J. C. Greenfield of Pennsylvania will have funeral services Thursday at noon.
Jennie Cline presented a check at the police station to satisfy penalties for October including a $28 fee as keeper of a disorderly house and $10 for each inmate. A reception is planned in San Francisco tonight for the Twentieth Kansas.
The Continental Insurance Company advertises a 76 percent premium cut but has no licensed agent in Hutchinson. R B Wartet acts as special agent while Frank S Thomas handles offices for several unions. Topeka insurers meet but take no action. crowds surge to the scene as both sides push for settlements amid ongoing hostilities and cancellations remain rare.
Admiral arrived in Trenton accompanied by Mrs Samp son and was presented with a sword by Governor Voorhees on behalf of New Jersey in appreciation of his Spanish War services.
Trensurer Edward Wilder of the Sanita Pe today received word that the executive committee of the Banta Fe board of directors had elected Mr. D. 5. Sheehan, deputy comptroller to temporarily handle the work done by the late John Whitehead. Also that Mr. W. H. Diehl had been elected transfer agent to succeed Mr James Walker, Jr. and Mr. C. T. McCusick, as a temporary transfer agent. Mr. Sheehan has been chief clerk in the comptroller's office for several years. The election suggests the board intends to appoint a permanent successor to Mr. Whitehead, with the work possibly divided among other officials.
Susan B. Anthony will retire as president of the National American Woman Suffrage Association, with a convention in Washington next February to announce the change. The document notes secrecy around the announcement and hints at a forthcoming leadership transition.
Fragmented text warns readers about choosing eyeglasses but contains garbled phrases. It hints at dangers from ill fitting lenses and urges caution, noting injury risk and the need to select proper eyewear. It mentions care, fitting, and eye protection considerations in a distressed, period newspaper tone.
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