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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1899
Page
6
New York Journal reports Adelina Patti may perform two winter concerts in Berlin at 3000 pounds per show. Government officials criticize contracts as insufficient to meet high public interests amid suspensions and transport arrangements.
Over four thousand pieces of mail were handled on the Soldier rural delivery route in August. Carrier A. Lewis reports 4008 pieces, with 2334 delivered and 571 collected. The bulk were newspapers, 255 delivered. Daily average 182 pieces. Also notes on comparison to routes in other states with one carrier. Maple Les is Prosperous. Chicago Great Western’s annual statement shows operating year to June 30 with gross receipts $5,807,740 and net earnings $17,223, reflecting increases in freight and passenger earnings.
The court heard varied defense testimony about Dreyfus not attending German maneuvers at Mulhausen, claiming no dining with Germans and recounting witness accounts. Officers debated firing manuals and potential leaks, with Gen Sebert oppposing Bertillon, and Hartmann resuming highly technical testimony as the session adjourned.
Clyde reports a successful watermelon carnival on September 1 as more than 5000 attendees enjoyed free melons weighing from 25 to 70 pounds. George Gregg promoted the event with his market windows packed with melons while local growers organized a large crop display. Capt. Joseph G. Waters of Topeka spoke, lauded Clyde, and delivered festive verses as bands performed and a bicycle parade entertained the crowd.
Clyde fulfilled promises with entertainment and a large crowd. visitors left glad they attended. The piece celebrates Carnival Day with vivid imagery of wine, vigor, and a festive, generous spirit.
The piece argues that Topeka must build a city hall with an auditorium, linking it to the city hall project and urging residents to vote for progress. It warns that defeat would deny a central meeting space and force leasing for government and fire department needs. The author attacks opponents tied to city administration grievances and appeals to public welfare.
Morton Allaush chairing the Republican state committee in Florida and secretary FL Brown discuss prosecuting Webb McNall and hiring examiners for not turning insurance examination funds into the state treasury. The move aims to counter Populist chatter about charging W. V. Church, superintendent of Insurance. Prosecution would target McNall and bondsmen and the examiners Tatman McCray Foote and Quinton. Tatman, from Joplin Missouri, was a clerk in the insurance department. The attorney general declines to comment, saying he knows of no case being brought. State home leaders expect such action for political effect.
Mrs Mary E Lees campaigns in Kansas with a new lecture titled McKinley and Expansion. She supports expansion policy, calling it progress for oppressed peoples. She notes her willingness to change positions if needed to aid the cause.
Grain prices moved higher on renewed wheat buying amid rising receipts at Minneapolis and Duluth. Wheat led the advance with modest gains before weakening later, while corn opened easier but recovered some. North American receipts climbed, and the market showed a mixed, unsettled tone across regions.
Market reports show wheat and corn movement with prices steady to lower. Receipts at Kansas City include hogs, cattle, and lambs, while London and New York wires note fluctuating grain demand, currency effects, and shipping deliveries. overall activity reflects cautious trader sentiment and occasional price dips across cereals and dairy.
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