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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1898
Page
4
An obliquely written piece discusses courtship and marriage, class divisions, and clothing costs in Atchison. A shopper riffs on cloak prices, fashion, and the idea of theft versus clever purchase, ending with a quip about a grocer and crackers. The text preserves local color and dialect without clear central event.
A kansas city letter discusses petitions and political labels amid calls to petition the governor and city council for municipal waterworks. It questions sincerity of socialist influence and notes Hazen Pingree’s political moves, plus a dispatch on football training habits shaping student athletes.
A report outlines Porto Rico’s principal products including sugar tobacco and coffee with maize and rice. Cane on 61900 acres yields 7000 tons, tobacco on 3100 acres noted for high quality. Total imports and exports reach 14.6 million dollars, with U.S. trade averages across seven years.
The Atchison Globe hints at foolish customs and sharp wits in reflecting on nighttime behavior. The piece suggests that trying to reason with a thief at night is futile and notes a sting of honesty tied to debts. It comments on issues of gender and satisfaction.
A collection of aphorisms on laziness opportunity and wisdom. Observations contrast wise living with foolish acts and note that many speak about women while knowing little about them. The quips warn that youth waste and burned children influence later caution in names.
Buffalo visitor B Gray and Buffalo lawyer John Fisher met District Attorney Kenefick to seek action in the Horton law case against Curbeta and McCay. The district attorney ordered the sheriff to block boxer arrests to push the matter before the courts. President Nugent declined public comment while noting preparations continue. Proceedings expected Friday with possible weather delay. bout date remains October 15 amid Erne Lavigne controversy.
In Chicago a probate court entry set fees for the Luetgert case. Katherine Schanck as executrix reported that claims approved by the county board had been overlooked at the time of the overseer’s death last spring. Allowed claims included C Voecker $12.90, Christine Feld $36, Otto Toesch for board of officers $82.50, and Dr. Sarah Hurd for board of clues $82.50.
Mrs. D. i Wrzt4 ma of Marion Kansas reports severe stomach trouble resisted medical care until Hood's Sarsaparilla. After five bottles she says she recovered and has used it for years. her eldest son gained from impure blood, and the family vows not to be without it. The ad touts Hood's as the best blood purifier available in stores.
Sept 24 Neodesha. John Singleton and his son were assaulted while near the Moulton farm as a team was driven away and later recovered. They were unconscious for 48 hours. A mother obtained a warrant, and sheriff deputies pursued two unidentified assailants who stole the team and fled toward the railroad. Local merchants face precautions as officials move to protect property.
Abilene city council approves an ordinance taxing telephone per seat at 12.50 dollars, transient auctioneers and goods sellers at 7 to 15 dollars daily, circus parades 75 dollars, shows 5 dollars first day then 2.60 daily, street hawkers 15 dollars daily, photographers 15 dollars daily, bankrupt stock 10 dollars, and doctors 2 dollars daily. The measure also taxes merchants with six months or fewer poston tenure at 25 dollars daily and other listed activities.
In Wichita on September 2, Sergeant Rhodes of the Oklahoma Rough Riders, wounded twice at Lance, is described as full of war stories. He suffered a skull injury from a shell fragment, was unconscious for a day, and a surgeon used a suction cup to set the indented skull back to place. He traveled with Mrs. Ken Moore and the Hollister sisters.
In southeast Iola area and extending into Seiem township a plan proposes sinking at least sixteen new gas wells. The first well would be drilled on George Barker Place, near Prairie Dell schoolhouse, followed by a second on P Jury's property. Br McCool negotiates a gas franchise at Yates Center and aims to pipe gas to Yates, Fort Scott, and additional towns if supply allows.
P M Claassenhi rebuilt his four mill at Alta to be driven by steam except during high water when water power is used. The mill began operating yesterday with a capacity of seventy five barrels daily, featuring modern equipment. Claassen specializes in date and wells products and supplies most local retailers and farmers who buy all their flour from him.
Transcripts of judgments from Arapahoe County District Court in Denver based Mine and Smelter Supply Company against Rutherland, Gale Callister, Batheriana, and A Dalisa. The cases, filed with the county clerk, concern legal actions in the wake of a dispute over mining leases.
J R Stover a 19 year old Fort Scott boy known as Bob Stover disappeared Monday afternoon while thought to be demented. His father and friends reported the matter to police who will try to locate him. it is believed he may be in town. A separate note lists courtroom costs of 4540 and 523.25 in unrelated matters.
Abilena sept 24. The Populist Democratic campaign opened under favorable mood with Attorney General Boyle addressing a large attentive audience. He denounced the Leedy administration for pressuring corporations while asserting both governmen t and common citizens should obey the law.
Nebraska leaders discuss shifting regimental strengths to fit war needs. Colonel Bryan’s Third Regiment observes Florida duties while Nebraska’s second regiment remains in reserve. Governor Holcomb notes resignations possible and emphasizes broad Nebraska representation and fairness in deployments. President McKinsey interview referenced, with Jacksonville rejoin plan. Beggs German Salve advertisement follows, claiming cures with widespread usage.
Indianapolis Ind Sept 24 Governor Mount said he doubts any foundation for reports planning the Corbett McCoy fight in Lake county or elsewhere but he adds it may be understood now as later that prize fighting will not be permitted in this state.
A testimonial from Mrs Henry Thornes of Columbus Ohio endorses Pyramid Pile Cure as safe and effective for chronic piles. She recounts four boxes curing a four year protruding pile problem with no opium or minerals, and notes doctors recommend the remedy and offer a free booklet on piles.
Sunday services listed for multiple churches in Topeka including First Presbyterian First Church of Christ Scientist First United Presbyterian M E church St Johns A M E etc with pastors names and sermons including Jonah's Commission and Separated for Service plus Sunday school times and additional meetings at various congregations across the city.
The Supreme Court is catching up with its work the first time in years with 0 cases pending and 27 submitted but not disposed of. About 40 cases heard monthly. 175 set for October. 9 continued. 3 in November. and an average docket delay noted in the southern department.
The International Decorating Co bids to handle holiday decorations for the G. A. R. Reunion and Fair week in Omaha with services to put up and take down private residence decorations at low cost. They advertise decorating for the rail journey and local arrival event via Santa Fe.
Missourians urged to attend the Grand Exposition and World’s Fair through reduced excursion rates. Through tickets via the Burlington Route enable travel to Omaha and entry at lower costs, with general manager Wakeley Howard Ellison promoting the event from St Louis.
Notice notes the triennial conclave in Pittsburg Pennsylvania from October 10 to 14 1898. It advertises train through fares on the Santa Fe to Omaha and mentions various commercial product pitches including a German salve for skin ailments and meal tickets at Frank Longs restaurant and lymph counter.
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