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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1899
Page
5
A Saline letter from Sept. 72 warns about taxation and economic policy under American rule. It contrasts Spanish and American regimes, noting fines, currency, and banking practices. The piece comments on native conditions and the impact of governance on daily life and expectations.
A long trolley line plan from London to Bridgeport aims to shuttle a crowd from Grimlies in under an hour. Promoters seek to run the distance at a fare of one shilling and pledge to secure damages for patrons at the outset.
The plan calls for 200 sailors in white uniforms to march along Pennsylvania Avenue with red torches and bells, forming a red arch of fire and lighting the Capitol dome. Aerial fireworks and tricolor effects will illuminate the ceremony, with reflections to emphasize public buildings.
A large group of cowboys led by Sfontana Hill Weaters paraded through Omaha on a wild 10 day after a cattle yard incident. They rode misfiring mounts, sang and shouted, charging through Third Ward and the city, frightening pedestrians and causing a window to shatter when Bill and a long-haired rider caused a crash. Police watched but did not stop the display despite the chaotic rides and damaged property.
A second operation was performed on Anson Phelps Stokes who was hurt in a mid August riding accident on the Lenox estate and lost a limb from pin injuries. The wound did not heal quickly and a further operation occurred. Mrs Stokes attended, with a band concert at Gurfeld Park featuring a 25 cent admission.
Miss Edna Groves hosted a large group at 155 East Tenth Avenue with dancing and a cake walk featuring Miss Hillen Sterne and Arnie Rowley. The column lists many attendees including Bessie Morrel, Mabel Hollower, Helen Sterne, and Charlie Keener among others, plus travel notes and society happenings across Topeka.
Washington report says the president will stake his political fate on Gen Otis success in the Philippines during the dry season. Otis faces praise and criticism, with advisers warning failure could cost the Republican party at the polls. War department plans keep Otis nominal while Lawton and MacArthur lead the campaign with limited interference from Otis.
Announcements from Beaulieu detail the approaching wedding of Miss Julia Dent Grant and Prince Michael Canta Putenne of Russia. Two ceremonies are planned, a Greek church service in Beaulieu and a separate Rhode Island legal marriage, with the private ceremony limited to family witnesses.
A Topeka boy, a bareback rider with Water Sk Mate circus, was seriously injured in a ring accident in Saale British Columbia five weeks ago. He has been hospitalized in Vancouver. his father M McElroy travels there to bring him home if possible.
Prominent property owner Mr Robertson sues the City of Marton seeking 10000 damages claimed for preventing him from erecting a two story business building on Main Street. He asserts arrests of his workers and lost rent after officials halted construction two years ago. Judge Morris of Golconda represents Robertson.
An OCR readable fragment describes a Santa Fe carnival souvenir with references to Atchison and a display including a windmill top, barn, and rural imagery. It mentions "porn" warnings, promotional items, and a list of back-page ads for commodities like corn meal, beef, dynamite, dust cattle food, glue, popcorn, and dolls.
A report discusses infrastructure plans for the Hosolula van Franciace area. The document references several months and mentions travel, shipping, and stationing of personnel, noting hopes for reclaiming lines and potential arbors.
Governor Stanley pressed Secretary of War for a courtesy to bring home a brass rifled howitzer captured from the Filipino trenches at Calumpit April 27. Colonel Metcalf and Brigadier General Funston urged the Twentieth Kansas unit receive the relic, with plans to melt it into medals if the request fails.
South Topeka column lists visitors and local movements. Mrs Courtney prepares four fall hats. Miss Noble visits Mantratt. Miss Hertha Rowley plans a Betote visit. Miss Alten becomes bookkeeper at Starsaat market. Mrs Ed Sheets and son Pauly go to Pennsylvania. Mrs Robinson returns to Kansas City. Miss Edith dines at home after Chicago trip. Miss Birdie Stoker sails to Wellesley Mass. for further study. Mra Kern recently moved from Pittsnaville to 1906 Monroe. Mr Decker of Keokuk and Mrs C Fordan’s kinship noted. Mrs A Heyden returns from Milwaukee. George and Mrs Stoker plan winter in Topeka. Public notices include a meeting at Ferbies church and club reports. millinery opening and Lawrence residents moving to North Topeka. Gallaudet Sunflower club meeting and Arguinatians study group on France and Gaul.
A complaint filed with the state insurance department accuses the New Fepeks agent and the Benevolent Association of St Louis of fraudulent practices. The report mentions life insurance policies and alleged misrepresentations, with references to agents and trustees, signaling a formal inquiry into the company’s conduct.
Circular letters sent to residents in Pittabere Pennsylvania from M. W. Meagher secretary of the Nuistal J. D. league claim a census about four questions. They ask how we prosecute the war in the Philippines and should retain telegraphs for presidential support. The notices appear to be a fund raising device with officers of societies listed and a one cent per subscriber fee.
London society gear shifts to a fancy dress ball in Dinard with a playful coast of scandal. A grand entertainment linked to a Wednesday concert is directed by Mrs. A S Palmer amid the Duke of Man’s attendance and a shore of fashionable intrigue.
Fragmentary notes cite revolutionaries near Caracas and movements toward Venezia and Port Cabilia. No orders issued to Ur Nashville or Gibera, Outa, but authorities expect involvement. Source shows uncertain wartime transfers and control shifts among neurgents.
A U S special from Washington reports the State Department plans to sail a single vessel toward Venezuelan waters by Tuesday. The move aims to pressure the insurgent government and deter interference as the United States weighs actions against the rebellion. President Andrade’s return and the broader plan to suppress the insurgency are noted, with officials signaling limited overt military commitment unless events escalate.
Engineer Wilson Sew Turk plans a September 1 submission detailing a comprehensive fortification and defense scheme for Porto Rico. Reports indicate fortifications and coastal defenses are under consideration by the War Department and General Wilkin as per engineer officers.
Disappointed in love, a 10 year old girl from Waverly, Iowa traveled to San Francisco and swallowed poison. She stayed at the Grand hotel two nights, but doctors saved her life. She planned a second attempt if released, while relatives pursue legal actions and a Palmer detention proceeds.
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