11 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1899
Page
1
Fragmented report describes a storm sweeping Lincoln Center with heavy snow, gusts, and widespread damage. Mentions Wichita, Oklahoma, and Arkansas City with frozen power lines, damaged crops, and transportation disruption as communities brace for ongoing severe weather.
Reports from Rome claim the pope's recovery after the hip growth removal is uncertain and may be malignant. Attending physicians warn of lingering shock from the operation and the aged pontiff's survival beyond Easter is doubtful amid Vatican turmoil. Warships are dispatched to China as Anglo Russian tensions rise.
Reports from Havana and Santiago discuss steps toward civil government under military oversight in Cuba. Experts expect civilian officials to manage revenue and municipalities while generals retain key posts, aiming for smoother governance and adherence to statutes.
Washington March 11 The president announced appointments to the private land claims court naming Joseph R Reid Iowa Wilburn Stone Colorado Henry B Sluss Kansas W Maurraye Tennessee Thomas Fuller North Carolina Erastus R Hasper Ohio and other officials in a broad slate for the Land Claims Court and related posts.
A major fire in Kansas City destroys several brick buildings and heavy losses are forecast. Walter Loomis, editor, injured after falling from a roof. estimated stock loss near 100000, building loss about 80000, with partial insurance on some. In Indian Territory, prairie fire devastates a three by four mile area near Durington agency. 25 cattle burned, Indian school buildings saved with difficulty, four deaths reported. Dr Lowry suspended by church after breach of promise suit. Army beef inquiry continues at Chicago stockyards. testimony planned over weekend. Dynamite-assisted rescue efforts in Leadville mine prompt new shaft plan. two men trapped earlier, now awaiting access. Chicago detaches to join South Atlantic squadron under Howison. Cough syrup recommended for children amid croup season.
A Tribune dispatch details volatile conditions in Porto Rico with clashes between troops and natives. It reports Gen Henry reining in order after self govern ment shifts and a looming insurrection feared by Col Hubbell. Other items note a Black Hand plot, mine disaster in Creede, and legal cases in Kansas and Delaware.
War dispatches recount Otis planning reinforcements for a Pacific theater clash while U S Brigades gear for operations. Reports describe Cuban and Philippine actions, transport movements, and naval support amidst the broader conflict.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey will likely remain in Manila, with officials denying any plan for his relief and noting Dewey has established control in the Philippines. The Navy anticipates two final phases, including suppressing Aguinaldo forces near Manila and sealing a blockade to cut off munitions to insurgents.
A Topeka special says the state administration will remove Taylor Kiddle from the livestock sanitary commission and charge him with misconduct. Representative Clem Fairchild and Frank Wrinselenk will press charges, while Warden Uf. S. Landis may face investigation if he does not resign. Calves are linked to horse barns of A. McKagh in Independence, Kansas.
Markets by wire report mixed cattle and grain activity from Kansas City and Chicago. Texas steers and cows show varied values with strong demand noted in packing and feeders, while Chicago grain futures list May July positions with modest gains and scattered prices across corn oats and oats futures.
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