17 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1899
Page
1
A passenger named Hunt fires at Sheriff Durand on a moving train near Topeka. The sheriff is wounded, the madman is hurt leaping from the car, and both are hospitalized. The conductor and passengers are shaken but no one else dies.
A tangled tale centers on Talla Olyve Neame and Ben Henefits gaining notoriety via whe ne notoriety through bee trendehip. The marriage ended after Neame secured a divorce with alimony of one dollar annually. The case involved accusations, alleged threats, and a prior relationship with Deuces Neame.
Abilene in April saw 5500 pounds of flour distributed to the poor by David Matteson, a Populist supporter. The event followed his bet on ML Majott defeating GC Stern for city treasurer, a $500 stake joined by George Huffman. Flour sacks bore a commemorative brand and a mocking inscription about the 155% municipal election, drawing public attention and a parade.
Washington reports US plans to spend over 2 million dollars annually for four years to expand the railroad system and support American manufacturers with contracts. Consul Nelson in Bergen notes a need for broad supplies and cooperation. A Japan export industry shows mixed results, with few firms reporting gains in late 1928.
A second Mulvane blaze in April destroyed the Santa Fe pump house and a tool house. Officials suspect incendiary origin and warn residents of a possible firebug in the community as fear rises after last week’s seven-business fire.
April 17 in Singapore reports the Pitiping Junta from Manila condemning the US Philippine commission proclamation as vague and unsatisfactory. The Pilipinas accuse American actions of betrayal and fear self-serving rule by adventurers and carpetbaggers, doubting Gen Otis and Col Deetry.
A petition from a Marion County man asks the governor to grant a pardon for Alexander Swan, imprisoned for forging a $28 note. The document bears numerous signatures from backers and supporters in the county.
Arkoseas City raises funds to search for zinc ore in wells across Silverdale township after an expert found promising lead samples. More than a thousand square feet of area has been prepared for bore work, and the project will be pushed forward as reports of rich ore emerge.
Colorado prospectors locate six gold claims near Helguin in the province. One vein rich in gold was found in old Indian workings. Several large parties have started for the gold district. The discovery of two copper mines in El Cobre district was announced.
Albany April 17 Governor Roosevelt signs Assembly Bill Collins prohibiting all day bicycle races and similar contests. The measure outlaws continuous events where any contestant endures beyond twelve hours in twenty four. The bill targets long duration races backed by the League of American Wheelmen.
In St Petersburg on April 17 a large group of Technological Institute students were expelled and escorted to the railway by a police detach ment. They were followed by more students and many women who demonstrated along Nevsky prospect in an orderly but conflicted protest. Mounted and foot police dispersed the crowd and made several arrests.
The Topeka socialite known as Miss O'Brien, who spent months in the Philippines nursing wounded soldiers, has returned home. She arrived after a stint in Manila from December 190y to March 10, helping the sick and dying, funding luxuries from her own pocket and cooking for patients.
In Topeka nearly all joints shut doors with few still serving as dawn arrives. Patrons found bars empty along Kansas Avenue while police and officials confirm closures. Chief Ramsey claims no orders were issued though locals report surprise at closures. Mayor Drew says efforts will enforce ordinances and keep joints closed. At Bob Kucisher’s Milwaukee restaurant, the scene mirrors the wider crackdown.
Miss O Brien sailed for Manila last November with Mrs Statesenberg and arrived after stops in Honolulu Yokohama Tokyo and Shanghai. She lived near the Manila waterworks reservoir with the Nebraska regiment and aided wounded soldiers despite insurgent threats. She stayed in Manila through the burning night of February 26 and later returned to hospital duties, earning gratitude from soldiers and colleagues.
An Omaha company plans a brief shutdown to inspect furnaces at the Girt Smelting and Retnine plant. Officials say no intent to down the smelter. workers face reduced eight hour pay vs ten or twelve. The legality of the eight hour law may be tested.
Castellane awarded damages to Annaj Gould's husband for 300 dollars in a Paris case reported with rough OCR text. The article references a duel and a suit, with weather notes from Chicago for April 17 predicting fair tonight, cooler in northwest, east portion Tuesday, brisk west winds.
A brief notice mentions two widows, Mrs. Althouse and Mrs. George, in connection with events or matters tied to the Latter’s household. The readable fragment implies personal or legal notices among neighboring families.
Canton Ohio April reports third week of Anna George murder trial. Key witnesses Mrs Althouse and Mrs George expected to testify this week with defense plans and possible surprises. Mayor Rice and Police Serjeant Harter may recount revolver discovery as courtroom debate continues. Augusta Lusky testifies about vantage point near the Althouse residence.
New York April 17. Mrs Margaret A Kelly widow of Eugene Kells leaves 200000 to Archbishop for a chapel at Saint Patrick's Cathedral to be known as Lady Chapel. Her brother Michael J Hughes receives 20, and cousin John J Rodriguy 5000. Daughter Helen Margaret A Kelly gets 10000.
Four men under Episcopal direction sail from New York to Manila for missionary labor. J J Peyton of West Virginia travels under the Albany bishop’s personal commission to investigate religious work. the other three, Rev Hugh Nethercott of Kingston Jamaica, Rev James L Smiley of Washington, and W M Wilson of Bristol, Va., go under Bishop Tissive Satterlee’s commission. They sail on a government vessel from San Francisco to assist soldiers.
Rev James D Warden of the Presbyterian board returns from Havana where he established a Sabbath school mission. Rev Pedro Toxco Balive a Cuban trained in America chairs the mission. Fifty nine Cubans have already enrolled in the program in Havana.
Chancellor Henry M. MacTcracken of the University of the City of New York announced receipts of gifts totaling nearly 290000. He withheld donors' names, saying the gifts were subject to a condition. Gifts included cash and subscriptions from five contributors, raised within the last 60 days.
Ss J. of Lawrence Kansas defeated Haskell Indian University 31 to 14 on Saturday afternoon in a poorly played game with many errors by both sides.
Isaac Jones of Manhattan Agricultural College details his Klondike return from Dawson to Seattle via Sitka. He reports scarce work near Dawson, accepting a post at the United States experiment station, describes travel through Skaguay by the Inside Passage, notes the Klondike rush waning, and cautions about exaggerated claims of bonanza outputs while detailing the fate of several mining districts and the economics of a single claim.
The Japanese government opened negotiations in London for a 50 million dollar loan, part to be placed in the United States, at four percent interest. Officials say Japan is hard pressed for money, with a large war indemnity and a growing budget deficit. The previous loan carried five percent interest and Japan’s finances have worsened.
Leavenworth Republicans skip mayoral inauguration as four of twelve council members attend with the Democratic mayor. The absence leaves eight council members away, while the four present join the mayor, a Democrat, in an apparent party clash.
Bloodhound breeders meet in Crawfordsville for a practical hunt. a bicycle thief, chased by hounds led by Bright and Countess, was captured in a ten mile pursuit and turned over to authorities. Layton Stuart of New Myrtlie identified as captive.
The Vidalia barge under Captain John Moren of Pittsburg was wrecked on the falls near Louisville bridge. The barge lies in 18 feet of water and the cargo iron is valued at 7000 dollars but cannot be recovered in time for salvage. The Fulton boat started over the falls to aid but had to abandon the barge. The incident involves Russia Iron and underscores salvage difficulty. Separately, Wellington delays its new jail as county commissioners reject bids to curb builder cartel influence, delaying completion by at least two months.
Flood waters from the Minoue river rose overnight threatening Port Pierre. Residents were compelled to evacuate as water levels surpassed previous high marks, with extensive property damage reported on the river’s lower shore and forecasts of further rise.
New York April 17 A Maset investigating committee reconvened to Way. Witnesses filled part of the spectators area as women attended for political study. Assemblyman Horta offered resolutions seeking a fierce investigation of rumors that a low entity in New York City secured passage of the Astoria Gas Franchise through corrupt means. The resolutions urged subpoenas for Elihu Root and others associated with Astoria Heat Light and Power and Benatar Thomes C. Platt Coffey Lemuel E. Quigg John D. Crimmins and more. The panel defeated the resolutions five to tipo with Republicans voting against. The Mazet group claimed to have laid out a procedural mechanism for addressing the matter.
April reports from Wichita outline a contentious proposal to extend Wichita aid and a planned Santa Fe route toward Dodge City via Pratt. Officials discuss connecting lines and possible freight and passenger service, with speculation on routing and tolls.
President M. N. Stevens and Vice President Anna Gardin will tour the states of Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. The mission spans over twelve months across 10 conferences to discuss interstate interests.
Pettigrew urges Washington to endorse retaliation against Dakota forces amid tense hearings. The North Dakota Veterans Regiment and allies press for swift action while opposing factions seek measured response.
The report notes Speaker Thema HL Reed Mrs Heed and Mize Seibty daughter will call Tor Surop on Wednesday. Thor plans a month in London before traveling to the continent. Return date to America is not fixed. Also runs Pike's Peak Traffic Open in Colorado with April events and a rail summit.
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