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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1898
Page
4
A scrambled column from the Topeka journal notes public figures and events. George Dewey is invoked as a fighting ally while observations touch on the Ku Klux Klan revival in the South, naval matters, disarmament talk, and political maneuvers in the United States and abroad.
The General Shatter figure laments the climate in Cuba calling it unbearably hot throughout the year. The piece notes discomfort and skepticism about conditions, with fragmented phrasing reflecting a damaged OCR source.
The passage notes illness and injuries among troops sent from Santiago to Montauk on unclean cattle ships lacking medical supplies water and food. It attributes blame to General Shafter for the harsh conditions and forced relocation away from front lines.
A fragmented diary style piece questions aging, marriage, and social judgments. It muses that men fear public shame about marriage, notes vacation behavior, and hints at neighborly gossip. The tone critiques prejudice and praises reform by notable figures referenced as Lords.
Chicago firemen battled a three hour basement blaze at the Edelweiss restaurant on Madison Street. Guests fled the dining room as smoke and flames surged through the building while staff and patrons escaped via stairs and the street. Firemen flooded the basement engine room to prevent an explosion as the blaze devastated the kitchen and bar area. losses were estimated around five thousand dollars in wine and liquors.
Chicago health department halts school vaccination due to vaccine famine. Officials say only a small quantity remains and weeks may pass before operations resume. Commissioner of health and the board of education discussed the issue, but no children will be refused vaccination for missing certificates.
Washington dispatch reports Guzalo de Wedasada and Cuban delegates expect to establish a stable independent government in Cuba as Spanish troops begin to be shipped back to Spain. They aim to prove Cuban capability and assume control once departure progresses.
A Nebraska woman describes severe stomach and heart trouble, weak digestion, and female complaints. After starting Hood's Sarsaparilla she factors sleep, appetite, and strength improve from the first doses, and she urges friends to use the medicine.
Obituary notes John T. Kingston a former Ashland attorney and state senator born in Necedah in 1800. A Democrat who supported the northern region and war service, Kingston left law and business to join the Civil War effort, later serving as Ashland postmaster under Cleveland and facing a contested nomination for lieutenant governor.
Grand Rapids Sept 10 Dan J Campau chairman of Michigan Democratic central committee laments a disorganized base with weak funds and low enthusiasm. He notes past defeats and internal confusion, with some county chairs controlled by Republicans. Campau and secretary Charles Hamp Ton push to restore order amid uphill effort.
Senator Platt and Republican leaders refused to acknowledge Governor Black’s ally’s claim he will stay in the race and drive the contest into the state convention. Plans reportedly favor West’s negation and a reshuffle led by Hamilton Fish with O Grady aimed at securing lower house and governorship roles.
Mrs Emma Blocker 72 or 76? suffers two severe knife wounds at 1028 West Twelfth Street. Cousin William Kinsler detained after police conclude not an accident. Witness McKay saw the stabbing after hearing a scream and noting a quarrel beforehand.
An old advertisement touts German Salve as an invaluable remedy for cuts burns bruises scabs chapped hands sore nipples sore lips eczema ulcers chronic sores skin eruptions fever sores and all skin diseases offered by all drugstores.
In St Louis a case labeled Addison's disease or bronze skin is described as resembling the black plague. Frank Roberto died in New York, and Mrs Collins, known as Brown Skin, died in a private sanatorium. The report outlines a rare progression with dark bronze discoloration, lengthy illness, and medical notes from Dr. William Standing and Dr. Thomas Addison of Guy's Hospital.
In Paducah a man identified as Mathes fatally wounds his German attacker after a confrontation at RT. Cale County home. The killer Cole says the man admitted the murder of State Senator Walt in Cain as police move to recover the body of Wall’s assassin. The son of Walt travels to Henry County to claim the body.
Fragmented text indicates a dispute over including Tanner in an official record. Board motions, governor involvement, and references to soldiers and aid suggest a historical internal debate about military support and public records. Names and places are garbled. core action centers on recording or shelving Tanner’s role.
London theater owner Sir Edwardes adjourned ejectment proceedings against Augustin Daly over alleged rule infractions at Lotte Theater. Justice Phillimore heard that arrangements were readied for Daly to obtain a stake in the theater, while police remained at the doors to bar Daly's employer from entry during the suit.
A fragmentary North American note reports an aerolite fall at Richview Tennessee showing a 27 pounds 2 ounce mass composed of iron marble and granite. The article mentions a curiosity filled scene with witnesses and a local inquiry into the meteorite’s origin.
President McKinley replies to Mayor Van Wyck’s request for a parade review by the troops in New York. He says authorities should report on health effects before approving, and if health permits and soldiers agree, he will grant the permit. The note mentions army medical officers and commanding generals in New York.
Westmoreland on Friday saw W A Calderhead nearly killed when a rising valley train backed toward the depot. He grasped a railing, was thrown between car and platform, then freed himself before wheels passed over. Sheriff Al Houghton of Riley County was knocked down and bruised by the same train near Manhattan.
Sheriff O Connor of Emporia and D Gibson captured a burglar linked to Ernst & Lesh store robbery at Americus. The suspect, named Taylor, confessed little and had shipped stolen knives to Sherman. A horse and buggy were recovered. items found on Taylor tied him to Parsons store thefts.
Fort Scott reports Sheri Alan Wheeler visiting Pawnee to learn of a smallpox patient. The man shows limited improvement, talks but won’t discuss exposure, possibly from Texas. A fellow sleeper Maier stays in the same house. Attendants cleaned the patient’s filthy clothes. Some residents flee fear of spread. schools closed. vaccination work underway.
Atchison Sept 7 Alfred Fenton oldest settler in the Rustville area is dying at 75 He helped build Rushville before Kansas statehood and owned thousands of acres near Rushville He and his six children shared land while he kept 7200 acres He once profited greatly on a Salt Lake trip and a cattle trade His wife survives and his sons are known locally Mrs Br E Saunders of Atchison is his cousin.
A dispute in Leavenworth concerns ownership of a mule killed by lightning near Tonganoxie last Saturday. Mrs. Hawkins formerly owned the animal, A J Hill purchased it and was to pay later. the mule died, Hill refused to sign the note, and the matter was referred to Senator Baker for settlement.
Wichita article notes back taxes sell the corner at William and Market. Miss Jermie Palmer and L. H. Todt involved. WCTU rooms hold books and a pianoforte. Unitarian links noted. race meeting plans in Seneca with directors to set date and program. aim to entertain locals rather than profit.
Ellsworth, September 10. Henry McGuire suffers severe burns after a gasoline lamp explodes in a Royal Salt works car near Kanopolis. The lamp’s screw-cap was missing and a wooden plug substituted. A man handed the lamp to McGuire, spilled gasoline on him, causing instant flames that enveloped his face and chest. he is expected to recover.
Wichita Fairmount starts autumn football work with H. H. Dowd named captain. Several players already training as Dowd moves from guard to a new position, signaling early team formation for fall games in Wichita and surrounding towns.
Columbia Mo September 30 the good roads associations of the country gain a strong ally in the American League of Wheelmen based in New York City. No formal merger yet but joint efforts will advance in the war on marrow tires. Broad tires praised for road preservation and better performance amid ongoing opposition to marrow tires.
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