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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1898
Page
8
Fragmentary text mentions a tow and a mention of hair related items. The readable parts reference a towed object and a supply phrase, but concrete details are unclear. No identifiable persons or organizations are established in the legible material.
A historic Omaha Exposition plan highlights preparation for broad United States exposure with Burlington Route and Union Pacific links. Travel details promote Denver, San Francisco, Portland routes, Palace Sleepers, and through tickets with various sleeper and dining cars. Promotional notes mention Queen Baking Powder and local souvenirs, plus regional rail services to Cripple Creek and the Rocky Mountains.
Albany hearings reveal opposition to added tax values and a push to challenge railroad assessments. The state board of equalization may hear from New York City tax commissioners amid concerns of upstate control, rural benefits, and alleged railroad valuation irregularities.
In Ashtabula Ohio Rev L A Hall once of Chicago and now in Ashtabula faces renewed trouble amid reports of connections with young women. The First Baptist church he preached at was burned recently. furniture missing items found at a boarding house show Hall had packed a Bible dishes portieres and baskets before leaving for Chicago. He arrived in Ashtabula in spring with only two suitcases.
In Louisville on September 7 Magistrate Adams ruled in a case between Albert E. Smith and Nellie Stewart over an engagement ring. Smith sought recovery of the diamond ring after a broken engagement but Stewart countered that its value had been consumed by gifts and visits, and the magistrate awarded the ring to Stewart.
Indiana man Morton Hudson son of the late Colonel R N Hudson is released after Mexican arrest for murder. A tele gram from Mexico says he and a Texas ranchman fled after a highway encounter in Mexico. Officials in Washington and Mexico sped up the case with Empire State and federal aid and Minh Clayton was to accelerate the proceedings.
Rochelle readers report that the Sons of Veterans refuse to serve in a regiment under Colonel Hamilton. A Rochelle Sons captain now in Chicago cites astonishment at Governor Tanner’s action. The piece condemns the removal of Colonel Bennitt and urges local support for the Third Illinois Infantry in the state national guard.
News notes call for 50 women to join the Floral Parade effort in the Curry building to craft about 30 000 flowers for the Cruiser Topeka and Queen of the Cruiser. Naval committee seeks funds after a 75 dollar start from the Committee of Fifteen. Prizes listed for best decorated vehicles and figures with cash awards range up to 60 dollars. Some concern over venue for benefit performance at Garfield park.
Mrs Anny Diggs denounces the invitation extended to Col. W C P Breckenridge to speak at the G A F reunion in Topeka. She argues the choice disgraces Kansas and tarnishes the event by inviting a man she labels a brazen no n
Carnival Knights prepare suitable equipage for the queen arriving from Honolulu. Two tasselled horses and a handsome trap will be provided for her journey. A decorated carriage with flowers to be used by the queen in the procession, overseen by Mr. Tum King. Pibe directs the fancy drony and canopy arrangements for the queen’s grand march review.
Dr Harlandson endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets for indigestion and related symptoms. He says taking one or two tablets after each meal aids digestion, with ingredients like pepsin and vegetable essences. A fifty cent package is available at drug stores or by mail from Stuart Co Mars Mich.
A Cornwall dispatch reports the St Lawrence bridge collapse near Cornwall Island with two southern spans failing at noon. Union and Phoenixville firms built the piers and ironwork. eye witness Captain Bonner claims the southern span failed first while the pier was pulled toward the American shore. An undermined pier foundation or falsework removal may explain the wreck. Further investigation is needed to settle who is at fault.
Hong Kong Daily Mail correspondent reports the German cruiser Arcona lying off Paluan island in the Saluces awaiting instructions to seize Ubis island, amid long standing German interest in purchasing Ubis.
The Topeka wheelmen will light a new four lap bicycle track at Garfield park for a blue ribbon meet over two nights. Electric illumination promises daylight brightness with 75 incandescent lights. Entries include Art Randolph, Wle Davis, N H Jury, and many others in multiple mile events and handicaps. Also noted are items from Bristol memorial tower opening and a Porto Rico treasury transfer.
Probate Judge Dolman approved two marriage licenses in Tecumseh for George House aged 30 and Bertha Burgess aged 16 with parental consent. Another license was issued to Marshell G Holloway 29 of Horton and Alice Mitee, details noting expenses and professional services.
London correspondent for the Times reports Paris diplomatic circles believe the United States has decided to annex the Philippine archipelago. It notes Spain may have resigned to a surrender of the islands but warns against assuming any bargain with Spain. Testimony from General Merritt and other officers in Paris will heavily influence the outcome.
The president orders that beef, cattle and other food supplies intended for starving Cuban inhabitants may be admitted free of duty at U.S. port of entry during occupation. The commanding officer at each port controls distribution and responsibility for gratuitous aid. Signed by WM. McKinley.
At a meeting of twenty Filipino leaders from all sections, eighteen backed outright annexation to the United States while two favored a republic. The native opinion favored adopting Consul Wildman’s plan to offer inducements to independence factions to cooperate. US cruisers Olympia and Raleigh returned from Hong Kong today.
Buffalo hosts the first annual convention of the United States Maltsters Association formed in Chicago last July. Delegates from across the country attend to organize the group on a working footing. The association represents a capital of 50 million dollars with a large wealthy membership. Officers: President John C. White Buffalo vice president John H. North Milwaukee treasurer O M Pettit Kenosha secretary J H Penk Chicago.
Washington dispatch reports Gen H C Corbin says the Second division Third corps hospital closed yesterday after criticism. Since June 10 the facility treated 2462 patients with 32 deaths, 28 of which were due to typhoid.
In Parsons on September 7, the Populists and Democrats fuse for elections with Democrats backing Gabriel for representative and Swartzell for commissioner in the twenty seventh district, and Waskey for representative in the twenty eighth district, replacing former Populist candidates. Admiral Cervera and two officers arrived in Washington, thanked the U.S. for their treatment as prisoners. A coroner’s jury in London found Morel’s death due to alcoholism.
Among passengers on the Aller arriving today were Signor Arturo Burgi-Peccia, a noted vocal teacher from Milan, Italy, who travels to the United States to join the faculty of the Chicago Musical College in Chicago New York this September.
New York Sept 7 directors of the Chicago and Eastern Illinois have declared a dividend of 1g io cent on the preferred stock payable October 1. Dover N H Oct 31 1596 Mears Ely Brow The Balm reach came safely and in 10 short a time the effect is surprising. My on save the first application gave decided relief. I have a shelf filed with Catarrh. Tomorrow the stove shall receive them and Ely's Cream will reign. Cream Bali prannain Freeman m Balm is key a Full tie 100. Ely Brow 56 Warren St N Y City. Cool and comfortable Gini cars on Santa Fe Route are obtained use of electric fans.
London report from the Daily Telegraph correspondent states Americans in the Far East favor annexation of Luzon as the Philippines’ main trade and finance element. Spain may keep other islands like Panay and Cebu while Palawan and Sulu are rumored to be sold to Germany. Ten thousand to twelve thousand prisoners, Spaniards and civilians in Filipino hands, face danger and possible ransom efforts.
Five British gunboats have advanced up the White Nile, with Khartoum noting bank conditions hindered pursuit of Khalifa Abdullah. The flotilla is said to be joining Major MacDonald moving north from Uganda as part of a long contemplated interior Africa opening.
New York September 7 The chartering of the steamer City of Rome by Captain Butare of the Spanish navy is completed. The ship will be withdrawn from service and will not sail on the September 1 trip. Passengers booked to sail on her will be transferred to Cunard alternatives within days.
The City of Rome will carry ten Spainland officers and 130 men for embarkation to Santander, Spain, with a possible Friday departure from Portsmouth New Hampshire. Julius H.G. Good of Clifton, a member of the Twenty-second Kansas regiment, was jailed in Washington for three months on vagrancy charges after admitting prior penitentiary time, but requested release on the basis of imminent discharge from service. the court held him pending word from his company commander.
Postmaster General will address audiences in Westington and nearby towns. He plans appearances at Omaha exposition events and a Republican address in Newton on September 17. The schedule includes talks in Minnesota and Kansas venues as part of campaign tours for GOP participation.
Denver dispatch reports the Crystal River railway soon to extend its line from Ci to Marble City with multiple branch routes. A new mitre line will run from Glenner Springs to Hotchkiss on the Herth Fork of the Gunploon river, and a line from Pitkin county to connect with the Denver & Grande is planned. Also mentions baking powder and laundry services.
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