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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Illegal for Years.

Cleveland, June 25.-By a decision of
the state supreme court, today, the
Cleveland board of equalization and
assessment is declared unconstitutior a.
Since it's creation a few years ago, the
board has added millions of dollars to
the tax department by means of in
decision will cause almost endless liti-
CATION and confusion.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Weekly Bank Statement.

New York, June 25-Ihe Weehly
ba,,L settlement shows the following
changes: Surplus reserve increased
50. 933 $50 Loans increase $2,2oz oOo-
specie increase 81. POI, 400. Legal ten
ders increase So, 374, 600. Deposits, in
crease s6,771, 400 Circulation decreased
$50, 800.
The banks now hold s62, FOG, $50 in .ex-
cess of the requirements of the 20 per
aut rule
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Faure Has a. Hard Time.

Paris, June 25.-President Faure has
invited NJ Henri Brisson to form cab
met. NJ. Brisson has pointed out that
the difficulties had been accumulated by
the failure of Mn. Sarien and Peytral
to form a ministry and has asked until
Sunday evening to consider the mat
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
FIERCE LAND BATTLE.
Continued from First Page.)

Continued from First Page)
with 1000 men. Three thousand of
Gen. Garcia's men hold 1900 Spaniards
in Holguin, and Gen. Rabi, with 1000
threatens 1000 Spanish troops at Man
zanillo. In Santiago there are believ-
ed to be 5000 Spanish soldiers, with
such reinforcements as are had by the
concentration movement now in pro-
2reSS.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
TODAY'S MARKET REPORT.
Furnished by the Associated Press to
the State journal

Chicago. June o.
wHEAT-Prices in wheat today were
little steadier on the heavy rains through
out the west. Gables did not show
strength, however, and some of the early
advance was lost Reports from the north
west we're to the effect that the prospects
of an immense yield were never better
Broomhall cables stated that the weather
in England still unsettled and the
crop viii be three weeks late there and the
growth very rank Chicago receipts were
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25

iment and was in the Battle of the Blue.
Mr. Wolff had been sick at his home
for about three months and his heart
trouble developed into complication
of diseases.
The funeral will be held Sunday from
the residence, 334 Harrison street at
D. M Rev. Mr.. Waggoner and Rev.
/ r McAfee will conduct the services.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25

praises of the governor are upon the lips
of the colored people of both Kansas and
Missouri, and next week 200 Afro-Ameri-
can newspapers. will commend the great
step taken by the governor of Kansas in
according to the eight co1ored companies
officers of their own race.
- There is a tide in the affairs of men,
which if taken at the flood, leads on to
fortune.
. Omitted all the voyage of their lives
is bound in shadows and in miseries-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
New York Money Market.

New York. June z.
MONEY-Money on call steady. ~ per
cent; last loan ~ per cent: prime mercan-
tile paper, 36I4 per cent: sterling exchange
firm with actual business in bankers bills
a a. S515 for demand and S4.S4Q4S4A for 90
days; posted rates, 4.S5d4S51a and $4S6Z@
4S7: commercial bills, $4.S3.
LVER-Silver certificates, 59H60c; par
silver 5914c. Mexican dollars. 45%c.
BONDS-Governme MT b3n1S s rong. New
As. registered. 12412; new As, coupon, 12442
As registered, ITO; coupon, Ill; 5s, u1l5;
Pacific IS of '99, 1912.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
II CT. Elect officers.

Columbus, Ohio June 25.-The United
States commercial travellers today
elected Charles w. Rice of St. Paul, Su-
preme counselor Other officers cho-
sen were from Concordia, Kas., Dayton,
Ohio, Boston, Mass. Fort worth, Tex,
Chicago and Columbus.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Railroad Iron for Japan.

Tacoma, Wash, June 25.-It is announced
here that the Northern Pacific Steamship
company has secured the contract for the
transportation of eight more steamer loads
of railroad iron from Tacoma to Japan.
The company has already loaded three
steamers here with similar cargoes-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Kansas City livestock Market

Kansas City, June p.
CATTLE-Receipts, 100. Market un-
changed
HOGS-Receipts, $500. Market steady. to
&c lower. Bulk of sales, 50. 70d39e; heavies,
So S06r3. 50: packers. $3.60M3.90. mixed $500
1880: lights $350q3.75; workers., $S-1Oa345;
pigs So 3OII3.55.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
supposed American Spies.

Palma Island of Majorica, June 25.-
Two strangers from Barcelano, who ac-
cording to the Spanish authorities are
supposed to be american SpieS," have
be n arrested here.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
TWO Davs After the Peru.

Coptic arrived here today from the Orient
via Honolulu. She left Hong Kong two
days after the steamer Peru. which ar
new from the Orient or from the Hawaiian
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Range of Prices.
Article.
WIFE 4 ~

Furnished by the Wickham Commission
Co.. 112 East Fifth street, Topeka. Kan.
Chicago. June ..
Article Open High Low Close Yes.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
roo LATE TO CLASSIFY.

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WANTED-A good second hand baby car
rage. Address X, care journal
FOR SALE$16. powerful phys clans GAL
vanic battery for IS. 1907 Polk st.
THE Palm & Coyne grain and stock ex-
change complete will be sold at once.
See the owner at no West Sixth st.
peka, Kan.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-06-25
Ranges of Prices on Stocks.
Stocks.

Furnished by the Wickham Commission
Co 112 east Fifth street, Topeka. Kan.
New York. June %.
tCp'y1 n Low ttsl' Sc IY eS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
SUPPORT FOR THE PRESIDENT.

The West End Womans Republican Association
held IFS first meeting OF the season at the club
room No AZ Boulevard. yesterday afternoon
Mrs Cornelia Stewart Robinson the president pre-
sided After the usual order Of business Mrs j.
Pierce was announced to speak on The New
Primary Law" Mrs Pierce seemed 10 under
stand the aversion women have TO the technical
phraseology OF legal enactments. so she pointed
ont tho changes for the better made In the primary
laws at the last session of the Legislature
After some questions the discussion naturally
reverted to the var problem and the indorse-
ment Of President McKiney's policy and work.
Mrs May Banks Stacey enthusiastic In praise
of the chief Magistrate-his efforts FOR an honor-
able peace. his sympathy with the soldiers and his
general administration of affairs. She said:
.'I do not wish to excuse the mistakes that have
been made but much Of the suffering was unavold-
able with bad climate and volunteer troops who
did no: know how TO take care OF themselves. and
the President should not be held responsible any
more than the housekceper should be condemned
because the cook lets the rre 40 out or the soup
Mrs Clarence Burns thought an important les
son learned that the officers OF the Regular
Army should be In command during war times.
pn rade on motion Of Mrs. Stacey. resolutions OF
approval OF the Presidents administration will be
drawn up and forwarded to Washington.
Mrs Robinson announced that any remarks
the personal fitness Of the two men spoken OF
candidates for Governor would be In order. The
response not brisk although II evident
both Governor Black and Colonel Roosevelt Sew
era members credited with having decided
views the subject. but felt the time had not ar
rived for public expression.
Miss Helen Varick Boswell, who Is now In Wash
ington. is expected to be present at the next
meeting.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
PATRIOTIC WORK RESUMED.
REGULAR SUPPLIES GIVEN OUT DAILY AT
THE DEPOT USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

THE DEPOT USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
All the reports on the result of the Welcome to
Heroes held last week AT Manhattan Beach by
the Women's Patriotic Relief Association are not
yet in. that notice of the affair was made
at the meeting yesterday. There was general
movement to resume the original work OF the as
sociation-the care Of soldiers fanilies-but so
many still in need of aid that the latter
work will also he carried Twelve soldiers In
Roosevelt Hospital and many more In the Pres
byterian Hospital have been taken in charge by
these women
Besides the reports made by Mrs. Tscheppe and
Mrs. Carroll Of the work done by them from their
relief tent at MOntauk. Or. Jennie De La NJ Lo-
zier made some interesting statements. Dr. Lozier
did go Camp Wikon in behalf OF the asso-
citation. She went as n woman and physician, to
do what she could. She had tiny tent. which
could offer much accommodation but there
two beds in 1t ready for men who dropped
by the way and must be cared fer while waiting
for an ambulance. Sine made eggnogs and matted
milk and distributed eggs and soup to the men
individually. for said they often did not get
the supplies given out for them TO the cooks or
the sergeants. The chief good done by DR.. Lozier
was trea tment given 10 the nurses. walters and
general hospital helpers. who often sickened at
their work, but would not admit 1t to the camp
doctors for fear of being dismissed from their
Dr. LoZier was able 10 nelp many sucn one
She had big barrel OF books to give away, one
The tents OF the association not deserted, but
are in charge Of two soldiers OF the list Regiment
who volunteered their services.
An interesting souvenir shown yesterday was an
old Spanish coin. which Private Eisenhan took
from q Spaniard the risk of his life. He has
presented the coin 10 the association
The women passed resolutions to offer the sym
pathy Of the members Of the association TO the
family of the late John p. Townsend, VINO was
one OF the Advisory Board.
II was reported by Mrs Scrlmgeour that there
is much distress in Brooklyn among the families
OF soldiers. 49,
Mrs. Douglas HOLSTER announced that tne
women and children who have been entertained ~
the Lana &c Tela Home, in Nyack. would return
this week. and that Dr. J. +. l.. Davis had onered
accommodation there for forty convalescent and
sick
Miss NJ A. Phillips was appointed recording sec
rotary in the absence of Miss Emma Eagan. VINO
Is out Of town.
The balance in the treasury is S.+ S. 49,
At the supply depot. In Eighth-ave., twelve adoi-
tionai families we're helped during the last week.
woman has been regularly employed TO uke
charge OF the depot and give out supplies.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
OPENING OF THE FAIR.

The T. 8 s fair will open to-day at White Plains
and It is earnestly hoped that Mrs Painters labor
~ love we'll as that OF her coworkers will be
rewarded. The President-Ceneral takes this oppor-
tunity OF thanking all who generously contributed
sifis. As has been said before. whatever money
will result from the sale OF these articles will be
devoted to the scattering OF sunshine. and the
sold articles Will be utilized in bringing Joy
member IN the shape OF Christmas brightness and
cheer.
For the benefit Of those who may care to attend
the fair and have read the Information printed
In the column few days ago. IT may be well to
state that the fair will be held to-day from 10
o'clock until T. NJ tho home OF the Misses Tomkins
No 90 Broadway. corner OF Lenox ave. White
Plains
Members from Tarrytown and Mamaroneck can
take the trolley 20 White Plains. Trains leave the
Grand Central Station. Harlem Division. at ll:35
l. g. i35 90S 81, and 325 The round-trip fare "a
o. cents To reach the grounds from the station
take the trolley and 20 To Broadway and Lake-st ::
walk two blocks 10 IenoX-ave.. and on the corner
is SO - broadway. Return trains cave the White
Plains station NJ T. 40 D. $50. 8. so and !. The
express trains reach White Plains thiriy-hve min
ufes after leaving the Grand Ceutrni Station.
II s. thought that there VIII De spirited contest
over tho possession ~ tho wash made ny Grand
ma T.oornis for the fair Grandma has passed the
century mark. and f. handler with her needle than
most women. account ~ her larger experience
Tho wash rag will be souvenir worth having. and
one T r : member says that unless there are
clcvcrer buyers than she Is NJ the fair she VIII be-
come the poseessor of H.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
WORLD DEcoRiTE RED CROSS NrRSFS.

Powna- Alpin. late Lieutenant in the Royal British
Navy said 10 Tribune reporter Yesterday:
The valuab Bile and devoted services OF the women.
we'll OF the nursing sisters OF the Red Cross.
10 the sick and wounded soldiers and sailors during
the late war with Spain deserve. think. Ma
tional recognition. Their splendid and patriotic ser
vices claim the gratitude of every one
In England there Is decoration designated the
Royal Red Cross and IL consists OF a cross on
amellcd crimson. edged with gold having the
arms thereof the words Faith, hope. charity. with
the date OF the institution on the reverse side are
Is attached n dark blue ribbon. edged red tied n
"A how and worn on the left shoulder. This order IL
bestowed by the sovereign on any women or nurs-
ing sisters recommended her by the Secretary OF
State for special exertons and devotion TO the sick
ard wounded sailors and soldiers. Would not a
similar distinction bestowed by the President or inc
'ni,ed States be much appreclated|
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
FROM A MANS STANDPOINT.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir have been somewhat interested in the pub
hcauon which your valuable paper has brought
out concerning the money invested by the Woman's
Christian Temperance Union In the Temple AT Chi
cago Whether the Temple ever viii stand AZ
monument of the women's noble work not. there
Is a standard OK honor which should never be per
ni,ted fa
II may be that In the opinion OF some II was not
wise 10 solicit subscriptions 10 the bonds yet II was
Permitted 10 be- ana II Is fact. no doubt-as Mrs
Stevenson says-that some gave their all TO this
aid, feeling assured :, was in safe hands for good
cause. There were those who depended upon the
income Of this investment for their daily support
When, year since the interest failed 10 be paid.
this alone was bad enough bu, TO add 70 this un-
fortunate state OF affairs a reques, was made 20
the bondholaers 10 subscribe back the amount they
MAD received-in fact. they were Informed that II
,y Old not consent 10 do so IL might result In a
'Sssl loss OF tie full amount Of thclr bonds
~ Wv, ADD 10 this the idea suggested by some that
Az. trustees not being legally bound the entire
rnas shoud be cropped, and no fnrtheT steps ne
NJ 'ew atd paying these bonds.
.'s. stevenson says men have failures IN great
enterprises: Why are not women likely TO- : fail
" see mat this is any for failure IL thls
usin. panrucularly when 50 many are anxious ana
be al their efforts carry out their honorable
~ - IONS 1t would be stain on the chafacter
womi s "eman's Christian Temperance Union which
"yu'd last forever.
IL Is gratifying IN know thai women like Mrs
So,s and Miss Wilson stand out for honor ana no
No, T w. are backed by hundreds Of others VINO VIII
ie' me entire obligation so by default .
b., am not Individually Interested as bondhclder
fsi,h KNOW Of those who are. and who have snch
fee, as 70 pa, their all in the cause, having per
dsn,." o.hoence In It's safety. and are now III the
I, a. OF sorrow. fearing their loss.
az. ~ matter OF some comfort TO know that there
40. Vine noble women who will every enOrt 10
''c 'hat this debt Of honor is paid Truly yours:
EUGENE d. LIVINGSTON'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
WHY IF?

Where would you be-
And what would you DO
And YOU quite SURE
You would know you are you
II all ~ m. IFS" that hear every day
Ieca mo I'm real truth what the doubling ones say?
Would not daylight be darkness
And midnight be day.
old heads be- sunny.
And young ones he gray.
And topsy and turv"y have roval good sway
In this Jolly old world. II the rs had their way?
Say n and II.
As much a. You please,
Father Time logs along
Going nut" at his ease.
And wishing and wailing don't alter tho case,
So gather your courage the music 10 face.
And take up your life work
Just where You stand,
BE brave IN yourself
Lend your broth.r a hand.
For flowers spring M with the rankest OF weeds
There's no gold In tho mine Ike the gold OF good
deeds christian Work.
Selected by Mrs VI. s g.
Duties are ours. events are Gods. This removes
an infinite burden from the shoulders Of a miser
mile tempted dying creature. on this considera-
lion only can ne securely lay down his head and
close his eyes. Cecil
Selected by Mrs. A. j. Mccoy.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
COLORED NURSES FROM CUBA
MRS RICHARDSON TELLS ABOUT Hen
EXPERIENCE ON THE RATTL FIELD.
SHE AND HER FELLOW WORKERS STOOD ANKLE
DEEP IN WATER At SANTIAGO WHILE RII>


SHE AND HER FELLOW WORKERS STOOD ANKLE
DEF N WATER At SANTIAGO WHILE Bull
LETS FLEW ALI. ABOUT THEM
one Of the mos, picturesque nights witnessed
since Camp Wikor was founded the landing
Of the iweniy-eehi colorcd immun" nurses with
boxes bags and belongings among which were two
parrots one called Spanish Prisoner. the Other
Lorraine.
The nurses were Of all ages and compilations
VARYING IN degree from the real old colored
"aunty" with gray hair and red kerchicf 10 tho
up-o-date college bred trained furse. Three % the
Oldest had nursod sick men through the Civil War
All EXPRESSED themselves as being satisfied with
their trip 20 Cuba and had nothing but praise for
Majors Robson and VARY Harvard
Mrs Richardson. acting as spokeswoman Tor ell
said 10 a Tribune reporter:
We wish 20 much 20 express public thanks FOR
the kindness and courtesy we received from MAJOR
Robson and Major Harvard.
we did our best 10 nurse and care FOR as many
Of the sick and wounded possible. and would
cheerfully do It again II occasion demanded. We
stood in water ankle deep sometimes while nursing
the sick but did not complain: we knew We were
working in times,
we were stationed Just outside the FIRE line. !
had as many thirty men 10 care for many times.
and am sure the other nurses had quite many.
| only lost TWO soldiers Santiago but al Siboney
We lost great number. Sometimes the bullets
would go whizznE so near 10 US that we could
hear them all TOO plainly. ard often expected %
feel them. 49,
We had Government rations. but so did the
soldiers. After ne surrender we went into Sant-
ago and saw the CITY II Is picturesque and beau
tiful although q would suggest room for improve
neni. Ii H. much like the city OF Mexico. me
hospital When ceaused will be good one. !
think it will be good field for young people who
are ambitious. roing back and viii start some
kind Of manufacturing Industry d." not yet KNOW
exactly what it will he We nurscd the SICK All
the way up and lost thre. on he way. Two were
buried AZ sea II WAS most impressive cere-
Mis- Richardson IS a college-hred woman OF rare
intelligence. a.
and men a. Camp Wikof and they were invited 10
partake 81 a good dinner with their f'Now -w"rkefs
in tho nurses dining tent. Then they were put on
a train bound for New-York and furnished with re-
freshments.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
NEW-ENGLAND WOMEN IN SESSION.

Regular work ha. been resumed by the National
Society OF New-England Women. and meetings
will hereafter be held al Delmoncos. Fifth-ave.
and Forty-fourth-st., every Thursday evening.
Few OF the members have returned 10 town as
yet. and only small number assembled yesterday
The business Of the Relief Commission was re-
viewed FIVE new members were recommended. and
the deaths OF three who have long been
actively associated with the society were reported
These were Miss Grace Atwood. Mrs. Isaac B.
Briant and Mrs o. NJ. Farrand
Resolutions OF sympathy were passed FOR MEM
bers whose families had beer visited by oeath
during the summer Those who have suffered De-
reavements are Mrs Alfred NJ Judson. whose son.
one OF the Rough Riders died at Montauk M @,,
Cephas Brainerd who lost her husband; Miss Elia
Mrs William c. Demorest, daughter-in-law OK
Mrs. f. l.. Demorest
hers The autumn business viii be taken up.
The postponement OF the arrival OF the 9TH Regi-
ment until to-day Old not matera Sc,e WIZ ~
New-Fngland Women for the reception and re-
freshmens which that society Will provide for the
regiment when the oft-postponed arrival actually
occurs. With commeldable foresight the society
ton and delivery Of he perishable goods and have
It rushed through when the arrival OF the regi-
ment at given hour bcS hss Been fitted
up by the Red Cross fourteen cots have been
placed and while this has no Gorne 81 ,hs w se
1t will suggest TO the men home comforts OF which
they have been so long deprived. The Red Gross
The New-Enslapd Women will have charge Of
which have been contributed entirety through their
own efforts
have been set and With their decorations OF silver
and cut glass present an attractive picture. Hand
the refreshments have been served these will be
sold at 10 cents each 10 those who desire them 5
30 the Var RELIEF Fund Of the National Society Of
NewEngland Women.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-09-16
WASHINGTON uFUOPIW ASSoCtTIoN
OFFICERS ELECTED At MEETING IN THE IA
TfONAI. CAPITAL

orrrrrRs ELECTED At , MEETING IN THE Ma
TfONAI CAPITAL
Washington Sept II. Tho George Washington
Memorial Association the object ~ which - 20
found a National University in this city. held -
fret meeting under its charter a. tho Raleigh
Hotel IN this city. to-day The following officers
were elected.
President Ellen a. Richardson Of Boston VICE
rrcs,den,s Cora p Mallory. BROOKLYN Elizabeth
n King Baltimore. Kate Cabc Claiborne. Rich
rnond Va: Anna l. Northrop. N"w-York CITY
Mary sherman Miles WASHINGTON. Margaret Rain
Salisbury. Salt Lake CITY. Alice Il. Mnnroe. New
Orleans treasurer Charles J. Bell president Amer
lean Security Company. Washington. recording
secretary. Susanna y. Gage. Ithaca. y. Y CORE
spondng secretary Clara T. Blgelow. Boston.
The trustees including the officers. are Mary l..
Goodoe Louisville Jessie X. Jordan. California:
Grace Hubbard Bell. Washington. Ellen T.. Coffin.
Connecticut: Elya F. Routt. Colorado Kate II.
Woado. Brookne. Mass
An Advisory Council was chosen az follows: John
clark Ridpath historian; David Starr Jordan, lie
land Stanford University. Colonel H. n. Adams. d.
rector of civil education In public schools. Phoebe
a Hearst. regent Of California University; G.
olivia Brce trustee Western College. OHIO the
BOARD Of Trustees will hold n meeting nj the Hol-
land House in New York. on September III and IL:
The annual meeiing will be held IN the second
week in December. The association believes. from
the present outlook that the cornerstone VIII he
laid in the latter part Of 1899.