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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1898
Page
7
The Anniversary Sale begins Thursday at 8 AM featuring discounted wool blankets sheets damask linen and broad arrays of dress goods silk and wool fabrics rain proof serge and more. Buyers boast low cash prices on 72x84 blankets 60x80 white blankets 44–46 inch fabrics and many styles. Mail orders urged as crowds expected and rail fare saved by early arrival.
Railroad news reports adoption of steel cylinder water tanks by the Santa Fe and Rock Island lines. Filtering improvements reduce boiler water harm from varied waters. Tanks hold 16,000 to 100,000 gallons, rest on the ground with bottom outlet, promising greater efficiency and safety for locomotives.
In St Louis on September 11 Kansas soldiers boarded a single Pullman car, insisting on remaining there after riding in a common coach. Trainmen removed them in about eight minutes, leaving the train thirty minutes late. Dispatched from Jefferson City tonight, Adjutant General Bell was notified. Missouri Pacific will seek a late arrival fine. Government to investigate.
A Logansport inventor unveils a ballast spreader attached to a car with outriggers that level ballast on both sides as it trails side dump cars. Weighing 46 009 pounds, tested recently by spreading 25 car loads of crash ballast, the device promises efficient, adaptable use on western roads.
Superintendent v. a Hurley of the western division of the Santa Fe posts a bulletin praising an engineer on this division for 15 credit marks for running carefully in a storm keeping a close lookout and discovering a cairn on the track. The alert prevented a hazardous accident and his actions are commended for common sense and attentiveness.
The Toronto report notes the Brotherhood of Firemen paying $25,000 in claims for death and disability insurance. The locomotive firemen committee completed consideration of most items in the committee’s report, with some items awaiting legal clearance before payment.
Emporia report states W A McIntyre chief clerk in Santa Fe bridge and building department for the middle division married Minds Deli on September 11 at the bride’s Newton home. Few intimate friends and relatives attended the wedding.
Nearly 1,200 Americans at Santiago on the sick list with fever. Gen Lawton Tel SE reports 88 new fever cases and other details from September. Names and units of affected personnel listed, including typhoid and yellow fever cases among volunteers and infantry.
A fragmentary report notes a Masonic gathering in Cincinnati for degree conferrals. The list of attendees includes multiple names such as Young, Galea, Michael, Stites, Harris, and Blackmar among others, with references to Scottish Rite and credential reading.
President McKinley, with Adjutant General Corbin, visited Fort Meyer Hospital in Virginia unannounced. He inspected wards, met about 400 patients, checked kitchens and food, and praised care while urging no shortages for patient comfort and recovery.
San Juan reports establish Bank of Ponce and consult with Major General Brooke on currency as business stalls. Financial agents note high mortgage rates and delayed loans while speculators depart, signaling disillusionment with island sovereignty and economic prospects.
The treasurer of the United States sent a check for 1 475 000 to International Navigation at Sea for use of the auxiliary cruisers St Paul St Louis New York and Paris for about 130 days each A daily hold of about 15000 or 33 00 per day per vessel covered the payment The contract required restoring ships to their original condition with interior alterations and furnishings financed in cash repairs deemed necessary were approved
A Topeka resident sent a letter under the banner A Citizen revealing a conscience contribution of 500 dollars to the federal Conscience Fund. The missive, addressed to the treasurer, names Seda Berk Lapedee of Topeka Kansas, and questions who is the guilty man behind the inquiry.
The dispatches outline the Spanish commission with Senor Montero Rios as presiding officer of the Spanish senate and Senor Abarzuza as president. The body blends political, military, and diplomatic members to gain public approval, differing from the American panel which has three senators and lacks army representation.
Dispatch directs that headquarters and one battalion of the First United States cavalry, to be designated by the regimental commander, proceed to Fort Riley Kansas. The remainder of the Dakota troops relieve the Eighth cavalry. First cavalry horses shipped to Huntsville Alabama for Elghth cavalry use. Eighth cavalry horses take their places upon arrival.
Washington reports discuss whether the United States may reinforce Manila under the protocol and armistice. War department officials note Manila city harbor and bay are under U S control, granting the same right to reinforce as any other army post.
West Point cadet Philip Smith, third class, was suspended until August after a general court martial found him guilty of harassing fourth class men. The sentence, approved by the president, follows a hearing at West Point New York. Also reported, a large northwest building burned yesterday afternoon at 1:30 pm, discovered by firefighters. its owners included a mortgage held by the Provident Trust Company of Philadelphia. No insurance coverage was in place.
Reports from Yokohama dated Sept 21 say the Japanese government responded to Count Maraviemi’s plea for world disarmament with a cautious stance. The article notes Japan’s emphasis on maintaining security while supporting limited arms control talks.
The Kansas City Blues clinched the Western league championship in a tense finish at Kansas City before eight thousand fans. They defeated Indianapolis after a late rally and a homer by Telone in the eighth inning, with strong relief work from Boott and a masterful start by Genr Pltoned. Standing tables note Kansas City leading, while Detroit and Minneapolis follow, with purchases factored in.
Roby Indiana may host the Corbett McCoy heavyweight clash next year. Architects design a 10 000 seat betting ring arena as plans advance. Stuart Considine and John Condon handle details with a Mount Clemens Mount meeting confirming Roby as the venue.
Scattered scores show Baltimore defeating Cleveland and Chicago 3 in a mixed Nationals update. New York routed St. Louis 6 to 1 while Brooklyn fell to Boston 24. St. Paul posted a 6 run win over Detroit in the Western League as other results remain unclear.
The funeral of the late Almon Benton, a Kansas pioneer, was held yesterday afternoon at the home of his daughter Mrs. A. B. H. Cuse. Rev. Linus Blakesley officiated, assisted by Rev. W. Crouch. Benton, born July 10, 1834 in Spencer, New York, died recently after a long illness. Surviving children include C. C. Benton of St. Marys and J. G. Benton of Onaga, with other relatives and wives in attendance. The family’s late January death and the first gathering with all surviving members present marked a notable moment for this Puritan stock family.
In a county community, the late county Superintendent served for many years, earning respect for his dedication to education and religious work. He and his family moved from Topeka to raise their son and later returned to Topeka, where memorial services were held.
Forty four Chautauqua County residents file petition with Attorney General Royle alleging a county wide conspiracy involving O A Mew Cove and others. They claim highway fence closures and road detours on state route 154s9 harm real estate and the cattle industry, urging an immediate investigation and public justice.
Fritz Durein, owner of a Milwaukee restaurant at 414 Kansas avenue, was acquitted in police court of selling intoxicating minors after police found him treating friends with two horses. Sheriff Moore of Dow county transported suspects Preston and Maraball to Lawrence. they were arrested for pickpocketing on a train near Lawrence. Harry McGee remains in custody on peddling without license. Hendricks reports a priest in North opts noting McGee’s attempt at a “short charge” racket.
Washington September 21 Sir Julian Pasnalee s British ambassador will retire from active diplomatic service but will extend his term until next April. He has been assigned to Quebec to attend meetings of the British American commission in Ottawa.
The Seattle expedition to northern Alaska produced no new scientific discoveries. Three team leaders E Metibanny and others returned with specimens totaling 11 1/2 tons stored for study. Specimens were collected along the Paint Bar area, wasting substantial expenditure on the effort.
New York September 21 court action centers on a bootblack tenant challenging Henry Havemeyer owner of the St Paul building. He asserts another tenant closed a bootblack shop door amounted to breach of peace. Willams accused of closing the door. Magistrate fixes door must stay open. second suit to seek damages was planned.
George Bowman of Bridgeport with partner Jet of Springfield killed during a fierce snow storm near a cabin. Johnson, the party leader, returned and shot Bowman in the head with a revolver after an angry confrontation. Edward T. Calhoun of Yonkers witnessed the crime and barely escaped a bullet. Lachy reports the incident from Alaska.
New York report says W B Gray, manager for McCoy, plans to form a Hawthorne athletic club successor after a defeat in Buffalo. He aims to assemble two Buffalo boxers and host bouts where interference is minimal, with McCoy’s participation guiding the new club. George F Considine returned to New York, noting no talk with Carpets and signaling pursuit of a fresh boxing arrangement.
New York September 11 three hundred seventy five horses from Roosevelt's Rough Riders went under the hammer yesterday from 35 to 77 dollars, averaging about 16 dollars. Many were untrained and some never shod. The horses fetched government prices around 965 dollars each.
A British official plans a looting tour from Ecuador to the Straits of Magellan leaving September 21 with his brother and others accompanying, detailing the voyage and implied duties. In New York Miles to be honored with a banquet invitation from chief bankers and leading commercial men, date to be set. miles to decide on attendance.
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