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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1899

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Lawton Leads American Expedition Into The Philippines

An expeditionary force under Maj Benny Lawton crosses Laguna de Bay aiming to strike rebel positions south of Manila. The move gathers 200 sharpshooters, artillery, and infantry from multiple regiments to seize Santa Crag and neutralize opposing forces along the lake shore. The operation signals a broader push to quell insurgent activity and enforce American authority in Luzon as troops reposition.

Atchipitien Lozon Boskibie Spain Smaeda Tenoh de Toners Leseens Mont Ida-ry Maj Plecny & Voward Aes Fanila Get Benny Lawton Laguna de Bay Santa Crag Hawthorn Morsloos Frakig Dakota King Sofiia Aventy Cannes Lesura de Bay Oeste Rapidin Famch San Pedro Macath Oasis Genera Lawson Shanta Crag Conmnard Bun Xreond Ovenshire Madate Manila Pasig San Padre Ashifgton Otte War Department

Inauguration Ceremony for Topeka Mayor Drew

The city marks the inauguration of Mayor Drew with oath by Judge Hazen and a formal council session. Decorations by the fire department light the chamber as Topeka launches the first administration under Mayor Drew amid a hopeful pledge for progress.

Fellows Fllows Drew Hazen Riception New Council Ube Weelock Unis Topeka Fire Department Beirg Renter Topeka

George Case Verdict Report in Canton Trial

Mrs. George stands trial for the killing of Saxton. The courtroom heard testimony from Newt, Mrs. St Chur, and Aunt Brown. Charles H. Fraser, a Home Society official, described the scene and post mortem details at 10 15. Witness Brandt testified to the nature of the wound.

Canton Apri George Triad Gee Saxton Ue Chiaeneieine Iheho St. Chur Mrs. Brown Newt Charles HL Fraser Frazer Homaie Society Sax— Tet T. Brandt WoUndAth

Treaty Arrival News From Washington April 1

The exchange of the Spanish American peace treaty reached Washington today and is now in the hands of the French ambassador and Mo Candin who will present it to the state department for final exchange of ratification.

Washington Wauehinelle Amiat State Department

Peace Treaty Final Exchange Set for Tomorrow at White House

Washington April 10 final exchange of ratifications is fixed for tomorrow at 8 p.m. at the White House confirming the peace treaty.

Washington White House

Killing of Swinney at Ponca City appears justified

The Ponca City murder of Lincoln Swinney by Clyde Mattox is reported with witness accounts of the quick, cool exchange over a coat and a fight that ended with Swinney dead from a knife wound. Mattox, aided by Fred Crom and Shockey, fled toward the Kaw reservation. authorities discuss self defense and potential surrender to face trial.

Ponds City O. T Cindy Mattox Knyerunty Afra Hutch Chy Tarnes Lincoln Swinney Mattox Din Priendie God Gisahoma Ponca City Bin Swinney Kay County Ponca Arkansas River Clyde Mattox Mattyx Winchester Tance Gyver Oscar Taylor Tnt Marke Tdnonin Swinney Ponca Ery Aline Hey Ony Fred Crom Kaw Reservation Dla Shockey White House Aines Osage Reservation Cross Shockey Serasa Sheckey Mani Taylor Oncar Taylon iv Arkansas Ct South Carolina Sheri Jenaines Pones City Sherrif Pierce Newkirk Eclock Clyde Bhuvie Pelvoy White Eagle Sheri Jennings Moth Murner Teade Fle Frank Donnelley Donnelley Charles Clark Kaw Oklahoma City Mae Lnok Clark

Quays Trial Opens in Philadelphia Conspiracy Case

The trial of ex Senator Quay and his son Richard R Quay on conspiracy charges over misuse of Peoples bank funds began before Judge Biddle in Philadelphia. Jury selection proceeded amid police and press access limits as witnesses listed include Thomas W Barlow and Henry K Hoyer among many others.

Philadelphia United States Quay Richard R. Quay Peoples Bank Biddle Rothermel Mestregat Fayetts County L. Shields Ketchard T. Quay Bates Penrose Quays E. Shapely D. T. Watson J. M Swearingen Pitt Liddle Melter Janes Gordon Graham Benator Quay Thomas W. Barlow Broken People's Bank Bent Henry K. Hoyer Philadelphia Mint James S. McManes Republican The People's Bank George A. Hubn Quay Trans David H. Lane Eet Fender Richard F. Loper Gener Guarantors’ Trust Company PLC Sost Wim. Montgomers Allegheny National Bank of Pittsbu Alen Rorke Charles H. McKee Pittsburg Lyon Inw Kent Kemble Teller Taxbor Francis J Hill Adolph D. Vandeventer Wwery John W. McClennann William Paper Hanser John J. Me Hors James Berens Willams Islidle Superior Court Pittsbun Lauter Shields Williams Estise George W. McCall Charles Eisenhaus Andrew Cochran Wmn Espo Carpenter Toperti Wanderer Shicis Wm. Jackson

Jefferson Day Banquet Cancelled Over Altgeld Bryan Absence

Chicago April 1. The Jefferson Day banquet at the Monticello club was called off amid dissension over the invitation list and Bryan as chief speaker. It was announced the 18th ward organization will cease May 1. The abandonment stemmed from Mayor Harrison’s refusal to attend if Altgeld, who had accepted, would speak.

Chicago Monticello Club Sione William Jennings Bryan Tiah Harrison Altgeld

Beasts at Bay Arraigned for Murder and Lynching

In Charleston South Carolina on April 11 the Lukety lynching trio faced trial for murdering Postmaster Baker and his baby, burning his house. Two witnesses turned state evidence detailing the midnight mob, the planned murder, the arson, and the massacre of Baker’s family as the wounded hid in woods awaiting rescue.

Charleston Baleére Sin Iiwadinee

Riot in Pana sparks deadly street violence

Reports from Pana Illinois describe a riot in which armed white miners and Black workers clashed in the streets. One white miner killed and several injured as deputies and townspeople faced gunfire. Authorities consider sending troops to restore order.

Pana Sprinefest Goversen Tanner Ponveyll Pameg — Ing Puna Puaue Paul Company Treppe Eigit Leule

Postmaster Fatally Attacked and Office Robbed

North Enid bulletin reports Postmaster H W Day killed this morning with a hatchet and his office robbed. No due figures given. Police investigating the incident.

North Enid Wichita Kan H.W

Detroit cruiser Detroit ordered to halt at Carttagend port

Washington reports command of the Detroit cruiser has full power to act in Nicaragua and at allied ports. Captain Tuyten authorized to deal with the airsite and respond to any oppression against American merchants by Nicaraguan general Torres. The ship will stop at Greytown after Port Aimar and proceed to Port Limo.

Detroit Nicaragua Washington Carttagend Columbua Limo Instructiona Tuyten Torres Hile~ Felds

Gillett to Return to Abeene as Commission Meets

Abeune Kansas reports commission members gathering to meet Mr. Gillett amid telegrams about attachments. A notice warns not to sell and mentions debt and penalties, with implications of a forthcoming action and possible reprieve or settlement.

AbUéne Kan Aneiti

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