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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1899
Page
7
A fragment discusses a legal dispute over whether theft and the handling of a wheel in a small case fall under federal or state jurisdiction. It notes tension between federal authority and state sovereignty, highlighting debate on which court has jurisdiction over crimes and property in this context.
Newt Urry, longtime Fourthon county Statesman appointed stamp counter at Hall's lithographing in Topeka, refuses the post as salary proves too small. C J Matther of Horton is named successor after lengthy political maneuvering involving Leland in Washington and Congressman Bailey, with Leland pressing for the Fort Lestt appointment.
News item reports Charles Bacher stating he will not run for office, denying a reported deal and saying he was pressured to enter the race. He cites private reasons and plans to issue a signed statement. The fragment mentions dates, local names, and potential ticket actions, with scattered references to tickets sale and individuals.
The schooner Lisgar from Toronto sank in Lake Huron after a gale northwest of Southampton. Seven crew members from St Catherines and Kingston perished. The Lisgar was towed by the steamer Clinton with coal from Buffalo to Parry Sound. Tug Evelyn searched for missing sailors but had not returned by late hour.
Mark Twain has rented rooms at the Princeton Inn and plans to spend the fall and winter there. He may make Princeton his permanent base if he approves of the town, with Mr Clemens signed to that intention. Spanish officers acquitted in Madrid for claims arising from destruction of the fleet near Santo on July 11 last year.
Kansas authorities report the capture of outlaws Lopendaner and Clem after a recent incident near Sedan. Clem is detained in Winfield, while Marcus arrived in town escorted by county commissioner William Hull. The report notes injuries to Shiritt and Killter.
Fire last evening wrecked the electric power house of the Niagara Falls Park and River railway above Horseshoe Queen Victoria park. Loss is estimated at 585,000. Also reports from Richmond mention Republican state committee actions and a Philippines deployment news item.
President McKinney is enthusiastically welcomed in Philadelphia after a Washington to Philadelphia train ride. Mayor Brider and General Wann greet him as bands serenade at the hotel. The G A R race for Commander in Chief heats up with Johnson Shaw Rassteur as contenders, while Chicago 1900 boosters claim a clear lead and other cities linger as potential hosts.
The chartered steamer City of Rome struck an iceberg off the banks near Glasgow while under full steam. She came into the bay with a broken figurehead and bent bobstay, causing panic among passengers at dinner. Crew actions and calm responses helped avert disaster as the ship settled in fog.
An audience enjoyed James B. Mackie and his company in Grimes Cellar Door at the Clawford theater both matinee and evening. The farce, modeled after Hoyt's A Bush of Kern, features Mackie as Griten with strong facial motion and lively activity. His company includes several pretty young ladies and dance routines across three acts.
Chicago reports that a Swiss based enterprise, led by George Burnham of Baldwin Locomotive Works and J. S. Brill of Brill Co, plans a giant locomotive and rolling stock plant in Switzerland. Vice president J S Brill, managing director Farley, and Siemens-Halske’s Siemens are among key backers, with French Swiss bankers as treasurer. The move aims to meet rising European demand and boost profits by combining American machinery with lower labor costs.
The comptroller of the currency closed Atchison National Bank Atchison Kansas with 364000 capital 11385 surplus and dividends 139163 deposits 45001 to reserve 495548 assets temporary receiver Jones named due to bad investments The article also notes a separate Labor Day mining incident involving the Western Coal and Mining Company shipping workers from the south to Fleming Kansas traced to Fleming and Weir City events.
Costumes of corn structures corn displays brass bands corn-shock parade and many other attractions are promised for Atchison's Corn Carnival The Santa Fe will sell tickets at one fare for round trip September 20 and 21 limited to September 22 Not Enough Room In order to make room for a very large stock of new goods for a few days will give in great reduction on pictures china books cut glass and clocks ch Morrison Jeweler and Optician 50 Kansas Ave Diphtheria sore throat croup ke stunt relief permanent cure Thine elects Ole At uny deur store
A vivid scene recalls a Dervish reciting Rustum and Sohrab beside a caravanserai. Persian attendees react with tears, coin gifts, and shifting emotions as the tale unfolds, the crowd from nobles to peasants drawn to the performance.
Local notes detail races, reunions, and civic happenings in Topeka. Mentions include the Atchison corn carnival, labor day events, hospitalities at Cotton Prairie, and ongoing city business. Mentioned individuals include J. T. Clark, Lieut. Gov. H. E. Richter, and D. M. Hamilton amid frequent community glance.
A historical rail promotion highlights east and west bound service on the Great Burlington Route. The piece notes Pullman cars and wide-vestibuled coaches, with stations and agents in St Louis and St. Josepha serving travelers to Chicago Omaha and beyond.
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