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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1899

Page

5

Complaints Presented On Interference In Nicaragua

Washington reports say a Louisiana delegation urged the state department to press the United States to protect American business in Nicaragua east of Micarazus. They accused General Torres of abuses and claimed U S aid could compel restitution of duties and curb arbitrary actions. Secretary Hay planned to discuss with U S Minister Hunter and respond on the matter.

Washington Blasferds Navy Department Hay U. S Hunter

Sloan Hammond Wedding in St Bartholemew Church

New York society page reports the April noon wedding of Sloan Hammond to John Henry Bammerd of Boston at St Bartholemew’s Church. The ceremony featured Miss Lila Vanderbut Stoase as maid of honor, a large bridal party, white satin gown, and a chancel filled with fashionable attendees.

New York Hmilly Vanderbilt Sloane Carcelina W. K. Steane Cornelius Wm. K. Pregerick George Valdertil John Henry Bammerd Boston St Barthalamess Church Iasi Creer Sieane Mise Lila Vanderbut Rute Twerkly Glatts Vunitt Edits Hall Charlotte Barnes Margaret Hammond Alonsgt Thorne Sloane Cc St. Barth

Newlyweds Hammond Celebrate Honeymoon at Lane

The marriage of Mr and Mrs Hammond is celebrated with a grand reception. The bride receives a diamond necklace from her parents and a turquoise gift from Mr and Mrs Furden. A silver table service is given, and the groom, a lawyer, is introduced alongside his father General John Hammond, once a Civil War commander under General Sherman.

Hammond Boneymoon Lane Corvidiemenda John Hammond Sherman

Proclamation to Filipinos Printed in Three Languages

In Manila the Proclamation of the United States Philippine Commission was posted in English, Spanish and Tegalcoda and distributed to outside towns including Malcos ard. It has attracted marked attention from natives and been approved by several representative Manilans. English bankers express optimism, believing the decisive policy will likely succeed.

Manila United States Philippine Commission Tegalcoda

Jefferson City passes bill on public printing contracts

A state writer report from St Louis notes a 7 to 33 vote in the House approving Murtier's Bill. It standardizes clerical work in legislatures for public printing contracts, signaling a reform aimed at curbing earlier scandal and extending to most clerical tasks except committee clerks. The measure, if enacted, would not affect this session.

St Louis Jefferson City House Murtier Allen

Anti-Quay Republicans Switch and Cast Vote for George Harrisburg

Harrisburg April 1 anti-Quay Republicans drop Judge Stewart of Franklin County and cast ballot for former Congressman George Payot. The group previously backed Dalasi last week, reflecting a contested intra party choice and shifting endorsements.

Harrisburg Judge Stewart Franklin County George Mavorite Sana Comareseman Dalasi Theo Oateammry Jena

Gift for Milwaukee Proposal for young home in Wis

Miss Elizabeth Plankinton proposes to erect a home for boys in Milwaukee as a gift to the city. The plan is conditional on securing a suitable site and will be discussed at a future meeting. The note closes with references to local businesses and a general note on the upcoming discussions.

Elizabeth Plankinton W.C A Smitwackes Wis Etisbeth Plankinton Join Plankinton

Wedding of Martha Bradshaw and Walter Cust at Grace Cathedral

Mrs Martha Bradshaw and Mr Walter Cust wed in a Grace Cathedral ceremony before a society crowd. The bride wore white brocaded silk with duchess lace and a long train. attendants wore green silk mousseline de soie and New York gowns. Reception followed at the bride's parents with Lawrence’s mandolin club, green and white decor, and gifts from many guests. The couple plan an extended eastward honeymoon and will reside at Woodlawn after May 1.

Martha Haysued Hradetaw Reyal Clinton Bradshaw Walter Marshall Cust Grace Cathedral Questa J. J. Fatts Orst Mendelssohn Dre D. E Esterly Edward McBride Le= Redfen Pearl McParland Alice Prescott Sujoracn Sicddard Kansas City Dean Co Tude Tne Mise McFarlant Miss Redden New York Paris Miss McFarland R . Bradshaw Ro Cust St C. 3. Smith Beariate Prescott Milss Lida Bergen Ray Martin Lawrence Mandolin Club Gets Jets Alabama Smilax Marty Wich Cust Santa Pe Woodlawns

Topeka Federation hears Stoutenborough on club life

Mrs Stoutenborough former president of the Nebraska State Federation spoke to the Topeka Federation at Valleychurchs Tuesday. She traced club life from its foundation to modern times and urged self culture as a prime aim. An art department idea, “the Art of overtacking,” was suggested. A social hour followed with tea and wafers.

Stoutenburough Nebraska State Federation Topeka Vallychures America Stoutenborouch Stoutenborough

Stone the Minister In Cameron After Saloons Rally

Rev G W Montgomery the Cameron Presbyterian pastor was brutally stoned by a crowd in Cameron West Virginia after leading a campfire against unlicensed saloons. The attack fueled factional tensions with police on duty. Pittsburg detectives detained eight saloon keepers and more trouble was anticipated. Montgomery’s injuries are serious but life not in danger and church members rally to support him.

Wheeling W. Va G. W. Montgomery Cameron Pittsburg

Had Too Much Money On Election Day Spendthrift Arrest

Joe Ure sought celebration funds on election day drawing 200 from a bank and obtaining 285. The story notes his brothers aiding him in pursuing an aid claim against the government and a rapid spending spree before Officer Scudder arrested him. The report places the incident near Santa Fe Route and Hidenate in Montana with court action pending.

Joe Ure Ury Liam Ark Scudder Sis Ermal

Will bar women from Chicago Elevated Railway roles

The Metropolitan West Side Elevated Railroad plans to employ only men for ticket selling as vacancies arise. Existing female workers will not be discharged immediately, but women will be gradually excluded from both day and night positions. Miss Jane Addams of Hull House had supported a former applicant, who was told no more women would be engaged.

Chicago Elevated Railway Company Chicago Metropolitan West Side Elevated Hailroad Jane Addams Hall House

Hamburg American liner Graf Waldersqe banquet at Boulogne

Boulogne sur Mer April 3 officials of the Hamburg American Line hosted a banquet for Boulogne authorities and the chamber of commerce to inaugurate the new Boulogne to New York steamship service with weekly Monday departures. April 5 articles of reincorporation filed for Kiluea Placta in the county clerk's office.

Boulogne-sur-mer Graf Waldersqe Kopf Boulogne New York Chamber of Commerce San Francisco

Bishop Chatard Ill in Baltimore Air? Indias Ape Ket

The text reports a bishop of the Roman Catholic Goce in Baltimore, noting illness and possible movement to Europe. It mentions immediate supervision and a potential improvement leading to travel, with hints of church administration and future plans.

Indias Siles Chaterd Goce Oetedhenes Baltimore Mill Bishouther Europe

Opposition Withdrawn in China Tangle

Reports say the empress dowager entertains Washington’s April Friendship contact with Li Hung Chang and may recall him to power soon. No official word has been received on any moves or confirmations.

Washington China Li Hung Chang

San Francisco Company Plans Real Estate Firm

The San Francisco based corporation with $7 million capital aims to buy real estate and engage in trade. Directors include A. B. Spreckels J. D. Spreckels William Erwin C. A. Hugs and W. D. K. Gibson. The article notes April events and mentions heart failure in an accompanying obituary element.

Tion Company San Francisco Wagar A. B. Spreckels J.D. Spreckels William Erwin C. A Hugs W. D. K. Gibson Lily Post

A Jail Delivery Attempt at City Pr One Wax Mctor

A garbled report notes a jail delivery attempt in the city with a plan to escape by digging a wall. The fragment mentions half the day and a vote or task to be done, but details are unclear. Specific names, dates, or locations are not discernible from the text.

Former presidents urge peace in war abolition drive

Boston and Cleveland press reports reveal ex presidents Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison responding to communications from the United Society of Christian Endeavor. They advocate abandoning war as a means to settle international disputes and urge peaceful arbitration and Christian restraint to foster world peace.

Boston United Society of Christian Endenter United States Grower Besjemin Harrian Cleveland Society Christian Endesour Notic Harrison Bettes Americs

Armour Will Filed Leaves Estate Near Four Million

Kansas City April 5 The will of Simeon Armour who died at his home 1218 Broadway left most to his nephew. The estate includes legacies to the Charities home a Metropolis street railway company and the Denver Stick Yards company among others. Total value near four million dollars.

Kansas City Simeon Compar Kansas Civ Secck Tardeemeenay Bensas City Dessicatine Aning Company Deuterstet Tara Denver Stick Yards Company Actes

Santa Fe Terminal Co Elects Officers for Valley Housing

The Santa Fe Terminal Co was formed to build houses on the valley slopes. AL Ed Payson was named president and secretary treasurer Alexander, with directors W. A. Bleist, A. Kesh, and John T. True. The company will purchase water from the surrounding area and erect wing structures to meet valley needs.

San Francisco Bsident Payson Esarer Alexsoder W. A Bieet Kesh John SURLY Tak? Eunai

Young Plunderers Rob Cellars in Potwin

A gang terrorized Fetwis Place owners by forcing entry to cellars in Potwin and stealing lead piping. Several cellars were ransacked, with pipes and fixtures removed. Residents reported fear as the thefts continued, and police began investigations into the break ins.

Potwin Fetwis Place Spe Gineer

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