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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1899
Page
5
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Dramatic events unfold as a clever farce titled A Bachelor's Hot eymnunn is set to run at the Crawford theater Thursday evening. The play is credited to June Htapiwon, formerly tied to Austin Daily's confession, with Merion and their crew starring in the production.
Social items from Topeka detail upcoming receptions at the Tefft and Shelbarger homes on West Eleventh Street and notes on local residents. The Ninde Chautauqua Circle plans a Monday meeting at the Methodist church with a short program and signs of American year study. Many residents, visitors, and travels are listed with brief mentions of trips, visits, and social engagements across Topeka and nearby towns.
Springfield’s carnival drew about 100000 attendees despite chilly conditions. The event featured a first parade, rides, and concerts with hotel accommodations nearby. Lieutenant Governor led officers of the National Guard in a display, while Mrs. Tanner planned a reception at the executive mansion for tomorrow.
The Emporia Free Street Fair offers one fare for each direction with tickets available September 27 through 29. Round trip via Santa Fe and the Rock Island Route between Dallas Texas and Emporia includes cake walks Indian corn dances vaudeville shows and tight wire walking attractions.
Statement from National Commander A. D. Shaw outlines precedent for Grand Army of the Republic participation in the New York parade. He cites prior examples at the Jubilee parade in Chicago and in Pittsburgh with veterans marching before guards and officials. Governor Roosevelt remarks on enduring love for heroes forged in war.
Ex Senator Warener spoke at a morning campfire session urging expansionist policy. He praised women in government, cited Dewey and Greeley, defended Philippines actions, and warned against entangling alliances. He argued for spreading commerce and planting American flags abroad, with cheers from the audience.
Swedish young people host a free admission music event at the Swedish Baptist church corner 4th and Fillmore Friday through Sunday. Kansas City area members attend with plans for travel on Santa Fe routes to Kanwarwaty's event from September 28 to October.
Rev H P McCormick government charity inspector reports in a letter to General Morgan that 250900 people in Porto Rico need aid, mostly in inaccessible mountain areas. He cites poor local cooperation, reports from alcaldes, and efforts to organize relief juntas while noting potential relief if islanders could import coffee sugar and tobacco into the United States.
A scheme to fund completing the Porto Rico car railroad seeks American capital. Edward Lauterbach represents interests tied to the road and has consulted Washington authorities. The project aims to accept the Spanish grant terms of 1882. About 13 miles exist along the island's eastern coast, with 54 miles remaining. Securities are mainly held by French and English citizens.
Chicago dispatch reports that London cables directed a horse firm to purchase all 10 pound “gunners” for transfer to Great Britain for a potential South African campaign. Telegraph orders went to breeders in Missouri and Iowa for reservations as shipments were planned later in the week. Prices ranged from 125 to 130 dollars per horse with a 7000 pound weight limit noted.
Charles Truax resigns as president of the Chicago Fall Festival Association general committee to aid harmony amid October celebrations. He offers full cooperation and asks the committee to meet at the Union League Club on Wednesday at 3 o clock to formalize the transition and continue festival preparations.
Mrs Helen Gould contributes toward the Dewey home fund while other subscriptions from New York Washington and Michigan are noted. The report lists multiple donors and amounts as the fund nears a respectable figure.
A crash left a bridge explorer severely injured with back and leg injuries and a damaged vehicle. The incident occurred near Teland, with authorities reporting a broken limb and other injuries. Rescue teams treated the victim at the scene before transport.
Frosts have stretched across Iowa, Missouri, Northern Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Kansas with temperatures below normal. Professor Cox of the weather bureau station reports little damage from the frost and predicts warmer weather as the cold spell ends, leaving crops likely safe this season.
Non union compositors hired to replace lockout workers struck in New York's Sun last night. They allege unfair treatment and breach of wage agreements, claiming they should be paid union rates while others earn sixty cents an hour. Charles S. Kogan urged the walkout, with 38 of 64 regular men quitting.
Delegates representing 25,000,000 Presbyterians gather at the New York Avenue church for the Pan-Presbyterian alliance first session. About 125 delegates attend today. 250 expected by tomorrow. Devotional opening led by Rev. Dr. Wallace Hadcliffe and sermon by Rev. John De Witt on Reform ed churches and the Bible. The first business session meets this afternoon.
30 000 head of cattle were in the Kansas City stock yards at one time yesterday when receipts reached 1938 head. Much of the stock was range cattle from the southwest bound for shipment back to the country. The description notes cattle arriving and being held over, with the bulk of the herd destined for export after processing.
The Buffalo Erie electric railway, street surface road with capital stock of seven million dollars, is to be built from Buffalo to Erie Pa a distance of about seventy miles. The project office will be located in Buffalo. Silver Spray Still Missing. Duluth Minnesota. September s message parts: Captain Purdy and her engineer after they had endured other members ashore. Marine tone and notes.
Obituary note reports the death of T. J. Linderman suddenly at 15 Huock this morning at the Leland hotel. Public notices indicate plans for a nearby gathering by a Fragibent club and a large array of arrangements for a memorial event in the wake of the overleden individual.
Reading the notice, it highlights the higher value of a dollar, promising more goods for money than elsewhere. It notes orders for Fall Goods were placed last May or earlier, before a broad price advance affecting most merchandise categories.
Advertising circular lists fabrics and cotton goods with prices per yard or piece. Items include Sea Island Muslin 64c, Lonsdale Bleached Muslin, Percales 8c, Aaron Gingham 6tc, Cotton Bat rolls, Calico 6tc, Ticking 11c, Denim 1e, Tennis Flannel 10c, and a note that multiple items can be bought together at the same unit price with 25 or 50 purchase options.
A promotional notice touts Plush fleeced blankets and 5000 balls of knitting cotton, plus boys hose and children's cloaks. It highlights 25 plus cape styles, assorted carpet reads, linoleum samples, and undergarments offered at lower prices to attract buyers. claims complete blanket stock and favorable pricing contracted last May.
In Cork reports say hostility grows toward American vessels seen as unfair competition to local fishers. Disturbances stem from a post McKinley tariff era when cured mackerel exports to the United States supported scarce employment, and now American boats with small mesh nets harvest immature fish banned in U.S. waters. Fears mount that more boats will arrive next year. Additionally, travel ads note rail routes: Kansas City round trip $2.00 via Santa Fe. Dallas to Texas fare $16.60. travel limits through October with select dates in late September.
Havana reports that stevedores and wharf men resume loading and unloading after disruptions. Firemen on the United Railway have gone out. trains run by reprisals under pier. Oil and agitation specifics await the next declaration. officials promise action.
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