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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1898
Page
5
A 1898 correspondence from Great Western Stove Company cites Jewel Gasoline Stoves as economical smoke free and safer than high gravity gas, urging dealers to stock the line. The letter, signed by GREAT WESTERN STOVE COMPANY, questions gasoline safety and promotes use of Jewel Gasoline Stoves in several western markets.
Indignant Topeka parents report high costs as the school board faces repeated book purchases after last year. Superintendent Stryker defends the state text book law, noting it limits frequent changes and guards against ad hoc replacements, a point central to the dispute with publishers and local districts.
Nearly all involved in the state accepted five year contracts and now embrace the state books with few exceptions. The text book law was a populist measure and officials express pride in its functioning.
Private advices from London say the British bark David Morgan Captain McMillan with 19 crew members is likely lost after leaving Ute port March 25 for Nagasaki Japan with a cargo of oil. The steel ship built in Glasgow is 240 feet long and owned by A. W. Weir & Co. in Glasgow. The voyage duration exceeded by 37 days, indicating a lengthy absence.
Isaac Long a leading Wilkes Barre merchant of forty years was found dead in bed this morning. The obituary notes his long service in the city and mentions his familiar standing in the business community.
In Justice Meciinwek s court Wil O Hlummer waived preliminary examination and bound over to next district term to stand trial for shooting Lucinda Hummer on August 7 with intent. Lucinda remains in Salvation Army Hospital with doctors hopeful for recovery. Authorities report attempts by Hummer and his lawyer to contact her are blocked by hospital staff and letters are intercepted. The attending physician cautioned that any excitement could endanger her.
In Pago Pago harbor San Francisco firm Healey Titette & Co. won the contract for the new coaling station. Their bid of 314.80 was not the lowest but deemed most satisfactory by Commissioner Tanner. Work on the facility, including wharves and coal bunkers, will take about a year.
Charles Emory Smith the United States Postmaster General and J Lidls town fourth assistant postmaster general will visit Topeka on October 7 under Republican committee auspices and speak at city venues. Smith likely speaks at Forumton Hall the next day with preliminary plans still forming.
Democratic state committee expects to open headquarters Friday at Topeka street. Secretary W H Pepperlol received a letter from J Stuck Loy ordering Pepperolt to meet Thursday to decide on the location and prepare for business.
Omaha exposition promotes an extensive event with cheap access across Missouri and Mississippi Valleys. Advertises reduced excursion rates via Burlington Route with stop-overs and emphasis on convenience and affordability for travelers. Grain-O drink marketed as coffee substitute claiming health benefits and nerve support, sold widely with prices 15 to 16 cents.
Mrs Frank R Mifra paugh and daughters return from Prior Lake while Mrs 5 S Ott and daughters recount several weeks in Colorado. Many society members plan fall meetings at Mrs S J Hodgins 216 Tyler Street and in local churches. Names Kathleen Nickerson Ruby, Lucretia Grosvenor, Mabel Huey, Lilian Whitelick, and others appear with travels to Chicago Omaha Topeka and Bear Lake. The Central church kindergarten opens in October and various visits and dances are announced.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless, safe, and complete remedy for all forms of piles. It cites testimonials from Major Dean, Dr J W Meagan, James Jamerson, and Mrs M C Hinidy, claiming lasting relief and cures after short treatment, with drugstore availability and a mailed book on causes.
A slenrous gift is noted with appreciation as Miss Nina Collins entertains a group of schoolmates at her Quincy street home Friday evening. Attendees include Myrtle Waldron Lulu Waldron Alta Wesson Olea Wesson Gladys Brookaw Mabel Rice Ela Waldron and Grace Collins. Nina Fox returns from a multi week visit in Denver and Manitou. Mrs J B Hayden travels to Omaha for the week.
Prominent Cu bans in New York draft a manifesto for a Cuban Nationalist party to unite all elements of the island’s population for autonomy and reconstruction. The plan cites U S occupation as temporary, lauds American ideals, and calls for committees to publish the manifesto and convene a Cuban convention. A provisional committee of sixty, including notable Cuban leaders and professionals, is named to advance the project.
In Lyon county district court John C. Van Hassel presents his account of an elopement with Mrs. Whiteker, wife of Frank Whitaker. Whitaker sues Van Hassel for damages claiming alienation of his wife’s affection. Van Hassel cites Topeka meetings and letters as evidence supporting his marriage claim.
The enrollment at the close of yesterday evening shows attendance at several city schools with Lincoln Madison Brann Parkdale Washington Garfield Monroe Van Bu Jackson Polk Buell Lowman Buchanan Sumner and others Consolidated with Garfield. Weather yesterday is blamed for the dip but officials expect today's arrivals to push total beyond last year as pupils enter various schools.
Private secretary James Lewis reports Governor Lewdy left Lawrence after a visit with Governor Lemiy. The governor travels to Kansas City to consult a specialist for rheumatism and eye inflammation. He plans to remain in care for several days and may not be active in the campaign until early October.
Ming Martnell visits Kansas City friends and Rossville figures drop by. Rev. Twie of Lecompton and Frank Waite plan week visits. Marshalls to elect officers. M E Lockwood to Chicago business trip. Alias Nallie Shaits returns from Perry grandparents. Day arrives from Pyncan to spend winter. Prof. Wissen opened school. A L Entsminger ill with shy Pelas. Look to be set by Miss Maude Wilson at home. Good Literature circle meets, Greek history studied. Miss Beasie Root leaves for Silver Lake to teach. Queen Baking Powder promoted. Santa Fe dining cars praised. Queen line steam laundries.
A Kansas City sale event features deep discounts on fall and winter merchandise across dress goods hats gowns petticoats and Oriental rugs. The store touts low prices from 25 cents per yard to high end fashion and highlights new fall suits dresses and furniture with heavy emphasis on imported and trimmed fashion items.
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