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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1899
Page
7
A civil action involving a grocery supplier identified as GROCERY against SPROAT concerning property at 112 East 6th Street. The matter references wholesale and retail operations and disputes over the property or business arrangement. The record indicates a formal action filed to resolve ownership or tenancy issues related to the listed address.
Local shoppers hear about low flour prices tomorrow as area grocers advertise bargains. The notice lists deals for flour and related staples, highlighting value for budget plans and urging early purchases at nearby stores.
The Topeka golf club formed a temporary organization electing officers and appointing a secretary treasurer to draft bylaws. Preliminary work on permanent officers continues as members survey courses and plan future operations. Travel plans include trips from Chicago to New York and return.
The Hook Board adjourned after approving an extensive slate of school textbooks and teaching aids. Approved items include National Publishing Company science charts, American School Furniture Co. desks, Webster dictionaries by Merriam, Campbell's Daily Register, Tarr rubber-tipped pointers, and a Practical Agriculture volume by Appleton. Additional selections include libraries and supplementary texts for high schools.
Dubois and Bronte J. W. Comms of Sevier county track and trap Madsen, a noted robber, at Methcing Lodge Creek near the Montana border after a drawn out chase. An agent was killed earlier near Saline Wink. the captive desires return to normal life, weary of hiding.
The remains of Colonel Alexander Leroy Hawkins, commander of the Tenth Pennsylvania Volunteers, were buried with military honors at Washington Cemetery, Washington, Pennsylvania, this afternoon. A provisional regiment from the Fourteenth, Seventeenth and Eighteenth Pennsylvania guard units led the funeral cortege under Colonel Wm J Glenn. services were by Chaplain Joseph E Hunter. about 20,000 people attended.
Des Moines dispatch reports George D. Herron, addressing a state meeting, declaring treason in the Philippine war by President McKinley and calling for action by trustees and supporters. He asserts McKinley cannot be overthrown by peaceful means and urges opposition to the administration.
Officer Pavey confronted two men on East Seventh Street near Kansas Avenue during a rough scuffle. One man, identified as Oblop, was reported struck down with no bread found on him. Both combatants were taken to Laas Station. Washington and Bradbury posted cash bonds for court appearance. Neither man offered a reason for the fight.
A man formerly in Denver and linked to temperance efforts faced district court due to estate and wealth claims. He underwent a prison sentence and was released after years, with proceedings detailing fault, recovery, and possible fortunes ahead as related to property and legal actions.
United States marshal arrested Rev. Thomas J. Payne and Venerable Baptiste minister of Benton county, Tennessee, after Payne’s pulpit appearance sparked an indignation meeting among his congregation.
Prince Ranjitsinhji heads the English cricket team touring India and Britain. After initial reluctance he embraces the change, shaping the squad with disciplined practice.
Five farm children from Easton Conn were drowned at Black Rock Pond while bathing. Four girls and one boy perished, neighbors say the Cathers and Fee families were picnicking nearby. Rescues saved none of the drowned children. Names of the victims not released.
George Thompson abandoned his wife and children years ago amid rumors of murder. His wife raised the children on the farm, never remarried or sought divorce, and mourned him as dead. Last night Thompson returned with no clear explanation, claiming to have been in Indian Territory.
Reports from outlying districts describe British subjects in a state of excitement. Authorities prepare commandants and garrisons for possible outbreak as exodus increases. Recruits and artillery orders surge amid tension in Bulawayo and Matabeleland. Sept. 1.
Philadelphia report says 1,000 machinists and helpers at Cramms ship yards walk out demanding a raise in hours and reinstatement of discharged workers. The shutdown follows union action and the Gun desires secrecy for a Grand Army visit next week to inspect the works.
A specimen in London consulted by Walter returns from his exile on Frans Josef Land. The injury to Williams right leg, caused by a fall into a crevasse, is not believed to be serious. He expects to be well in a few months. Signal Corps Coming Home Gen Greely chief signal officer received a cable from Newport. the last volunteer signal corps soldiers in the Philippines are leaving.
Frankfort report says General Parker expects Hardin to return to the scene to challenge Governor Brown in a renewed gubernatorial race. The long feud with ex Auditor Norman and allied taints looms as an obstacle, while Rex Blackburn backs Hardin and Goebel to help unseat Brown.
A westbound Union Pacific passenger train left Topeka at 12 20 pm and wrecked at Silver Lake after a freight train stalled on the main track. The engineer warned others as brakes failed, crew and messengers escaped, the mail car was forced into the tender, but no passengers were seriously hurt. Freight cars overturned and engine damaged.
The state auditor ordered departments to report monthly fee collections. Annis L. Diggs, state librarian, reported July collections of 526 or more from sale of Supreme Court reports, August totals of 5, and all money turned to the state treasury. Other departments are preparing September reports.
A special dispatch from Chattanooga reports Cooper's Circus train wrecked by an airbrake hose burst this morning. Injuries are not yet fully known and no doctors are available. No fatalities reported though damage and scattered circus property and animals are widespread.
Various notices describe residents moving to new homes at 6 Jackson Street and other locales, household changes, and planned relocations to Joplin Missouri. It mentions Mr and Mrs Nichaleon visiting, Miss Almeta Duitran leaving Cul for California, and several families and individuals planning moves or social events. A Republican meeting is scheduled in Topeka East Seventh Street at 7:30 PM with invited attendees.
Classified items advertise furnished rooms for gentlemen on 2 Epka avenue and rentals for keepers, with patently garbled addresses. Sale notice mentions iane st near th, Beich house with extra features and tolerable payment terms. Also references tax deeds, Popeka properties, and various street names like Brigham avenue and Linden in Auburn TV district.
A fragmented page of early 20th century classified ads seeks help and workers. Listings include two mechanics, a blacksmith, a housekeeper, a nurse, a room attendant, a florist, and a physician. Locations mention Emporia Kansas and Topeka. payments noted in small sums with calls for steady employment.
A garbled OCR entry outlines an election proclamation with unclear dates and entities. It mentions semiannual timing and potential departments or agencies but lacks readable names or places. The readable bits suggest a formal notice of ballots or confirmation steps amid unspecified authorities.
Fragmented OCR text references a Labor Day proclamation and mentions Sun Sen and Uncle Sam in a shop context. No clear event date or location available. Readable names imply official notice style but content is incomplete.
The War Department announces lineal rank for newly appointed officers from the first thirteen volunteer regiments. Promotions will be made within regiments based on near rank and length of service in the United States forces. Militia service will not count toward training. Spanish War muster dates affect some state regiment officers.
The district court in Emporia ordered Lee Wricht and AL Morrison as receivers for 3000 head of cattle once owned by Plunger Grant Gillett to be kept in Kansas City during September for creditor benefit. Proceeds from the sale will be deposited in Emporia Leavenworth and Topeka banks.
Miss Nellie Wheeler a 19 year old from Greenwad Kentucky arrived in Kokomo after a horseback journey of over half a day. She carried two revolvers in full view during the ride and explained she kept them for protection while traveling and visiting relatives. Her appearance was tall slender and delicately featured and she described her education as solid.
Fragmentary text reports on a group of children and a doctor involved in early work or activity. Named entities are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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