07 Sep 1898
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1898
Page
1
Chicago grain markets show September to December contracts for corn and oats with varied bid prices. Futures for wheat, corn, oats, and barley listed with September and December maturities, including values like 54 for May wheat and 65a for September oats, reflecting a lively trading day in the commodity desk data.
Sept 7 Cincinnati reports a banner second day of the thirty-second G A R encampment. Veterans, leaders, and governors attend reviews and parades amid strong anticipation for the national meeting. The Manila battle display at Lagoon entertains a vast crowd, while disputes over commander positions and future meetings persist.
Secretary of War Alger calls for a thorough investigation of alleged neglect at Montauk Point after a New York World report about Private Hugh Parrett of the Ninth Infantry. He wires Gen Shafter demanding prompt inquiry and names possible misconduct and medical neglect in the command. Reports on hospital beds, tents, and camp care follow.
The United States transport Obdam arrived off Liberty Island with Major General Miles and staff, 80 officers, 800 men, and hospital corps from Porto Rico. Miles, his family aboard, said troops may camp near New York and march through the city. Deputy sheriffs and new deputies bolster Chicago patrols as tensions rise with armed workers. In Camp Thomas, two Arkansas units head to Little Rock to be mustered out, while Mississippi units prepare at Lauderdale Springs amid yellow fever concerns.
Washington Sept 7 a complete division will be formed to supplement Gen Lee s corps in garrisoning Cuba after Blanco s army evacuation until a stable government is set up. The number of troops depends on Gen Miles arrival and military commissions reports. If sentiment is friendly, a partial solution. if not a strong force will be kept on each island to protect both US and loyal residents.
Visitors from Potta Watomie reserve arrive for the new term with 149 pupils on site and more on trains. Teachers classify pupils as regular work nears, while Miss Gay Rhea performs at Crawford and looks forward to The Iron Master. Lawrence updates include illness of Governor Leedy, cleanup needs, and the Haskell Institute Leader to publish twice monthly. German navy officer Dietrichh dies.
Colorado Springs, Sept. 7. A factional clash within the Silver Republican Party led to a fatal shooting at the opera house holding a state convention. Harris of Denver died after a volley fired from both sides. Broad faction men seized the hall to control the meeting, with authorities reporting an arsenal found inside. Sheriff Boynton and Chief Gutheright commanded the scene, and police kept the building closed as arrests were made.
Camp Wrkoff Sept 7 Gen Shafter had no official confirmation yesterday of Porto Rico troops coming to the camp. Deaths at the general hospital include S. Wilson, Chas Harvard, Edward Carroll, and others from typhoid fever, malaria, and heart failure.
Readable notes describe affordable South Lawrence parcels offered near the university with convenient access to transportation and a well located site. The mention highlights cheaper per acre options and strong logistics for potential buyers.
Museum and fair notes show varied rail fares for September trips to Ottawa Topeka Leavenworth and nearby fairs. Offers include round trips from multiple cities with limits through September and occasional return dates, plus special event fares at regional expositions and carnivals.
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