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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1898
Page
4
The article surveys global and domestic concerns from Japan’s deficit to U.S. political shifts. It notes Japan’s $90,000,000 deficit, discusses New York and Wisconsin political scenes, the mention of Hawaiian royalty, and calls for reform including lobby abolition. It references Topeka’s Rose Carnival plans and local hospital resignations, painting a broad, fragmentary snapshot of early 20th century news chatter.
A fragmented gossip item notes opinions on weddings and gifts with playful remarks from men and women about the wedding trip and presents. It mentions counterfeiting concerns and guests at parties, reflecting social chatter in a light, era-appropriate tone.
A garbled column titled Chicago News Proverbs offers satirical maxims on family trees, marriage, love, and social etiquette. It riffs on women, wit, and whisky, noting how societal norms shape courtship, weddings, gifts, and humor in relationships.
A disparate collection notes figures such as Sir Herbert Kitchener, Andrew Carteste, Verdi, King Adesubert, John Sherman, Russell Sage, and Katie James Gordon Bennett. Mentions include political duties, property deals, conservatories, salients of real estate profits, and roles in art patronage with Brussels congress reference.
Camp Merriam near San Francisco September 3 The first wedding in Bigheaded town features Chaplain J G Schlieman of the 20th Regiment arriving from home. A long, scattered report describes preparations, a reception and a parade of friends, with notes on health and upcoming events including a ceremony set for October 6.
Dispatches from Cartagena report that Colombia will not pay the Cerruti claim, asserting evidence of his involvement in 1878 political troubles. The government asks President to seek Italy’s agreement to resist arbitration and prepare for further steps if negotiation fails.
Rt Joseph police identify suspects Morgan McAl ea r and Ryan as crackers in Hastings Iowa. Nine hundred dollars recovered. Seventy September case details unclear. authorities continue inquiry into the bank cash robbery.
Belleville leaders announce Ellen Lind won the queen contest by a large vote as Belleville prepares four days of street fair events with a parade stage, Midway, circuses, and special train service. East St Louis and St Louis mayors address crowds. Philadelphia notes Paterson declines congressional bid.
The state school fund commissioners purchased multiple school district bonds across Kansas counties. Items include Osage District 21 ($4,500), Republic 37 ($750), Atchison 74 ($500), Cherokee 2 ($300), Crowfoot county 4 ($2,650), Ottawa 7 Chautauqua ($400), McPherson 53 ($700), Pratt Go ($1,500), Bratt County 7 ($100), Pratt County 16 ($200) and other entries with county and district numbers.
A southbound Houston and Texas Central passenger train derailed six miles north of Corsicana Texas while traveling at high speed. Two coaches left the track and fell from a bridge. both were demolished with no fatalities. Several passengers sustained serious injuries including Judge A B Davis of Oak Cliff and R W Moore of Brenton among others.
A letter received today announces Lieutenant Colonel H. Ball of Company K, Twentieth Kansas volunteers, promoted again and acting assistant adjutant general for the Second Brigade. Ball, from Ottawa, rose from first sergeant to second lieutenant under Governor Leedy and now receives a further appointment. The notice also states Frank Huling of Tempeka, son of A. S. Huling, has joined the visual corps for instruction in Wig nas ing and heilograph operations.
Ellsworth Sept 27 The new Masons hall nears completion with occupancy planned in early October. Builder owner E W Wellington has allowed ornate colonial design with white and gold woodwork californian yellow walls and red Wilton carpet. Mahogany furniture with green leather and oxidized copper trimmings complements a handsome altar and solid brass lights. A November banquet will host distinguished Masons from abroad.
September report describes Prof Bauer’s earlier failed attempt to illuminate the town, the city council’s indecision, and university refusal of aid until debt was raised. Prof Haner will build a gas engine powered dynamo large enough for Centenary hall, plus arc and incandescent lights to boost chapel illumination fivefold and reduce smoke. Storage cells may later light both chapel and tailways.
Salina September 21 The Ladies Guild of the Episcopal church adopts a chain letter scheme to raise funds for church debt. Mrs C P Radcliffe and Mrs E C Culp coordinate with letters duplicating to supporters. The plan forecasts 1048 letters and $52,428.60 with postage and debt goals noted.
The Winfield Astronomical Society selects Warner & Swasey plans for a six foot elevated circular stone observatory twenty two feet in diameter. A 14-18 foot wooden waiting building will adjoin. A ten inch telescope will be installed making it among the best equipped observatories in the United States. Work to begin immediately with bids sought from contractors.
Abilene Kansas September 27 J M Peterson cemetery sexton is keeper of a relic tied to Hawaii’s first flag. The piece attached to the flag is described as highly valuable, with significance beyond ordinary memorabilia.
A fragment of rope about two inches long tied to a 1893 Honolulu flag-raising ceremony is documented with a certificate from G M Book commander commands. The rope came from Rear Admiral J N Miller and was part of the yard that hoisted the annexation flag. The note mentions Me Peterson and his son Joe Abilene born and raised, with Joe enlisted in San Francisco in May as a fireman on the Mohican, which witnessed the ceremony.
S K Southwell a Milford township constable visited Junction City to pursue neighbors accused of resisting an officer during duty. A dice game riot led to his assault as bystanders refused aid. The case is now with County Attorney W S Roark for prosecution and legal action to uphold law dignity.
A Thompson Supply Company representative visited Neodesha and tested the new waterworks plant. Water was turned on and pipes flushed with partial pressure. full capacity could not be demonstrated due to absence of the fire hose. The system is described as eminently satisfactory and ample for all purposes.
In Boston Massachusetts September 27 Judge Lowell issues a ruling in Seymour Dexter v George Didmands. The United States circuit court holds a plaintiff creditor may sue to hold a stockholder personally liable for the Western Farm Mortgage Company under Massachusetts law. The case concerns a company in receivership and the court’s jurisdiction to enforce individual liability.
A Kansas district court action reports a man used an Ecalibre target rifle to kill a chicken hawk disturbing his poultry. The hawk fled, the man reentered the coop, and his grandson allegedly tripped him causing a painful injury. Surgery could not remove the bullax.
Despondent Frank Cooper, a young advertising agent for Drummond Tobacco, shot himself in the chest over inability to support his young wife amid sickness. He stepped from the room to fetch water after firing the shot, and died in Maryville where his mother, Mrs. E. D. Cooper, remains with his wife.
A shooting in Hoisington ends with Ruggies killed by a revolver fired by Lew Kelly on Main Street. Kelly says the gun went off by accident during a street altercation with Baker, who is in a dangerous condition after a beating. Kelly was arrested as bystanders recall old citizens present at the scene.
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