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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1898
Page
4
The passage surveys disarmament, Havana news, and global affairs with scattered references to Cervera, Shafter, and populist figures. It notes war expenses, naval bases, and political candidacy, while referencing riots, attempted assassinations, and international intrigues in a stream of disjointed excerpts.
A fragment of a diary-like narrative describes Annié Devich, eight, in New York, who recalls a journey to Stamford and tells children about adventures likened to medieval tales. The piece laments urban children as “barbarians of civilization” and notes their reverence for nature amid city life.
A damaged OCR fragment condemns a wealthy town for depriving students of education and access to books. It laments Geh Enoten to provide sesdoms and says the wealthier city’s approach harms minds and souls, ending with a sharp curse on New York.
In a New York World excerpt the sugar trust led by Allen Huser and the coffee trust headed by Aline Arbuckle wage a price-raising duel. They threaten rationing, layoffs, and hardship for workers, with consumer burdens rising as the clash persists and profits weigh against the public.
A garbled page overviews sayings about romance, marriage, and ambition. It notes charitably a girl revealing rivals ages, engagements ending in varying ways, men meant for rule, and teachers reacting to mice with humor. The piece blends humor with social commentary.
A satirical fragment arguing women are superior to men and that men fear danger yet fail to act bravely. It notes wives influence, gender roles, and suggests men would marry different partners if they matched their wives’ beliefs. The piece plays with masculine bravado and domestic dynamics.
A montage of remarks notes Adeline Patti becoming a naturalized British resident and supporting charity, Schley briefing sailors during the war, a tale of counterfeited sweet potatoes in Wilson County, Wagner praised by Bismarck, Wheeler and Okuma described, and remarks on Lord Wolseley balancing a long military career with diverse duties.
A local parade showcases Milee Troops marching past cheering crowds. Officials report festive atmosphere, with floats, bands, and community groups taking part along Main Street. No injuries noted and organizers praise volunteers for safety.
Fragmented reminiscence recalls a day in town with crowds cheering then fading. The speaker notes a procession, people gathering on curbstones, prayers offered by Teresas, and a sense of missing someone tied to Cleveland and a lender.
A late comic piece titled The Conthrollin Influence av Dhrink prints as popular ditty debuting Sept 2 in New York. It narrates a man lumped with drink’s control, from a quiet child to a rowdy party presence, ending in punishment and chain confinement. The verses mock the ruinous grip of drink on family life and fate.
Sept 12 Chicago committee on war and peace jubilee services expands to include all churches and downtown halls if needed. Speakers include The Thok Absetual Architerary of Peohun and Booker T. Washington with Admiral Dewey sought for presence, chorus from city churches likely, a broad unity program planned ahead of the celebration.
A scuffle at a theater during a scene in which two women argued over seating escalated into trouble. Special policeman Burne and another officer arrested Jacob Brownstein and an associate, as Lt. Rohan attempted to restore order amid a crowd.
Henry Myers a wealthy, single resident of Ottawa, Ohio, fought off three masked intruders who broke into his home at night. Though gravely wounded, he escaped and reported the attack as neighbors gathered outside. Police have not yet identified the assailants.
Chicago authorities investigate a Dowie faith healing claim after Lindskog says he revived a boy and a man by telephoning prayer. Jacklin and Metzel, youths confined at Lindskog's Ashland avenue home, reportedly refused doctors. Health officials warn they may intervene if medical neglect is found.
A youth aged around may have died after a sled crash left him with a broken neck. He survived six months in hospital and returned home before succumbing, with death attributed to heat and prolonged illness from the injury.
Miltonvale on Saturday night sees a law and order league raid joints to stop liquor sales. A shot wounds editor B F Miller of the Milton-Weele Press as hammerlite is captured and lynched. The mob demolishes every joint and orders keepers to leave within six hours.
Dissatisfaction grows in Newton over a proposed cash system. Coal dealers, joined by railroad workers and grocers, discuss boycotts and a statewide coal combine rumor. Aimed at pressuring merchants, railroad men consider forming a cooperative to source coal out of town to undermine the plan.
Pittsburg September 12 25 year old J Stowell son of Mrs James Cannon of Midway near the city died at his home of tropical fever He was a private in the regular United States Infantry and saw action at Bay Caney Siboney and Santiago He contracted malaria after surviving those battles alongside fellow soldiers who accompanied him home
Dr Redwell reports a remarkable cure of chronic dyspepsia using Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. A man with years of indigestion, acid, gas, pain, and weight loss found quick relief after trying the fifty cent remedy, with improvements continuing after four boxes. The tablets are advertised as safe for all, made by Stuart Co Marshall Mich, and sold widely by druggists.
A man released from service traveled to Pittsburg seeking recovery under his mother’s care but succumbed to fever. The G. A. R. and Sons of Veterans conducted funeral rites at Mount Olive cemetery in this city.
The American Forestry association discussed trees best adapted to the western plains. Since the Kansas-Nebraska act, over 200,000 acres have been planted in trees in Kansas and Nebraska, with more than 1 million trees now growing. A committee was named to consult with irrigation congress to consolidate organizations and seek forest preservation and better laws from state legislatures meeting next winter.
Emporia September 12 The Populist convention for the Forty ninth legislative district met at the court house and on the first ballot nominated L R Wright His only opponent was Jesse Gray the district’s former representative Gray bitter over his defeat blames John Madden who warned from the platform that he would stump the district against him
Onage City Sept 14 Miss Theodora Marshall of the city and Dr John Ingles of Chicago were married at the bride’s father's residence T L Marshall. Miss Marshall a graduate of the college of Emporia, has taught at Colorado Springs High School. The couple left by afternoon train for Pekin China where the doctor will oversee a large hospital under Chinese government patronage.
Fort Scott on September 12 witnesses describe a garnishment of the lodge A U W of the state in a suit by Benjamin Piles to collect money owed to the family of a deceased member. The defendant is Mrs Zerlida Silman.
A damaged item reports a dispute over recovering 374 dollars from an old sale. Thrac- Hon seeks recovery on a policy tied to a husband and wife, with 2000 dollars of life insurance implicated. The case alleges joint ownership on the debt and insurance proceeds, while attempts to allocate the insurer payout are ongoing.
Medicine Lodge September 12 The Republican county convention dominated the ticket with Representative Miller for WiC clerk of district court F E Read probate judge J L Brady county attorney Saint Grima superintendent MG Third district Administration of President McKinley enthusiastically applauded.
Portscot reports a well known citizen of Cherokee county learned his son survived after being buried as dead during wartime. He located the boy at the government hospital in Bristow Virginia. The item also lists pensions granted in Kananna Washington and other notes on soldiers and widows with amounts and recipients.
Biddle for Representaties Fort Scott on Sept 13. Populists and Democrats in the Twenty fray district nominate W T Deyoot for representative. Judge Eidste fms has served terms in the state legislature. Republicans name Elwood Ulysses Sept 12. In One Hundred and Twenty district, Republicans nominate J in Grant and Stanton counties.
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