Expect Annexation Cuba War Debated in Army Circles
The article discusses Cuban disorder and the potential annexation by the United States. It notes sentiment within Garcia’s forces favoring autonomy or union with the United States, stressing racial dynamics and the roles of black soldiers. It examines fears of a black-led Cuba and contrasts with a unified U.S. approach, citing Army officers and political considerations.
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Buillage de
Cuba
Aum
United States
Catan
Gareta
Garcia
Ing Ivaders
Tsurgente Iy
Mule Garcii
Cutw de Mon Ber
Becourt
Santiago
Union
Union the Prises To de War At the Polis
Megroes
France
Infant's Body Severed by Train Near Hackney
In Winfield on August 5 a one year old child of Mr and Mrs Powell was run over by a southbound Santa Fe train from Florence. The infant was cut in two with only the upper portion spared. investigators believe the accident was unavoidable as the child lingered near weeds beside the road bed and moved onto the track moments before the train.
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Winfield
B.A. Powell
Hackney
Florence
Powell
Sas
Thomas J.voyts
Organ Springs
Ind
J. J
Curtis Street
Voyts
Stovall
A_ 31
Kent
Alpha Habinson
Civil Service
Nu P. Donkin
George Rand
Oaktown
Hand
DWT
Patriotic Priest Fights Spanish Sympathy Controversy
Father Hayden of Solomon Scorea faces scrutiny for supporting Spanish sympathizers. A Dublin paper reports he organized sending charity tickets to American friends and received counter messages defending his patriotic stance. The tale ties to broader anti Spain sentiment and public debate.
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Hayden
Solomon
United States
Spain
Peprese Inhi Syaipathy With That Coun Ley Ae Agalnar Wa
Ewan Hayden
North Topeka News Roundup Highlights Rail Visit and Local Moves
A North Topeka note sheet lists visitors and errands with D H Woiler of Dover, RB W Jenkins of Uni Pacific, and travels to Salma Omaha and Leavenworth. Weather halts Kansas Avenue E church evening service while Mrs Huff plans a two week visit to Leavenworth and Kansas City. Bakeries, employments, and relatives appear among the daily mentions, with a Union Pacific inspection train led by Dickinson and Berry passing through town.
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D. H Woiler
Dover
North Side
RB. W. Jenkins
Uni Pacific
Salma
Kansas Avenue E. Church
Huff
Leavenworth
Kansas City
Gem Bakery
Foss Mann
Omehe
Mise Ada Sells
L. Courtney
Bay
St. Louis
Park Wright
Daghter
Miles Susie Wright
Alvord
Texas
Goerts
Mr. Wright
Courtney
W. F_ Danvers
Arkansas City
C. M_ Kimier
Quincy Street
Mon. Hivarthurr
Monroe Street
C. Nicholson
Mantfoo
Union Pacific
North Topeka
Santa Fe Route Ticket Offer and Baking Powder Ad
Tickets to Indianapolis and return via the Santa Fe Route go on sale August 7 with a return limit August 16 in measure 4868. For details contact the depot ticket agent or call 632. Also promote Gypsy Queen baking powder for baking needs and coal-safe dining car features on the Santa Fe Route.
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Indianapolis
Santa Fe
Pago Pago Harbor Becomes Key U S Naval Base
Washington orders Civil Engineer Frank P. Chambers to Samoa to plan a major naval base at Pago Pago. A wharf and automatic coal plant will be built with a $250 000 immediate balance. additional funds and ships may follow by sea routes via Cape Horn.
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Chicago
Washington
Pago-Pago Harbor
Samoa
Ente
Frank P. Chambers
New York Navy Yard
Pago-Pagg
Pacific
Boean
Moor Harbor
Hawaii
Meade
United States
Asiatic
Chambers
Congress
Page-Page
Dry Tortusas
Pearl Harbor
United States Territory
Executive
Phiadelphia
Pago-Paro
Siure
Reyal
Visine
Eckmi
San Francisca
Yokohama
San Francisco
Honolulu
Phe Teland
Guam
Ladrones
Barels
Manila
Cuban
Gome
Cape Horn
Police Court Chaos and Fines Reported in City
A police court session ended with disorder as Tudee L 8 and others faced charges after a car incident involving Harry Rettey’s vehicle. Judges imposed fines for vagrancy and misconduct, while several defendants promised to leave the city. A local correspondent noted ongoing discussions about city prisoners and duties.
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Tudee L
Perry
Polive Court
Harry Rettey
Justied
Merry
Alee Trent Ie Teekh
Sean Feather
Sheridan Calls for Democratic Ticket Unity in County Race
The article reports on Barney Sheridan opposing fusion with Populists and urging Democrats to nominate all ticket positions except clerk, probate judge, and county attorney. He argues Democrats should control the ticket to ensure Powell, Joyce, and Ranney reflect in the slate, while Populists resist surrender of representation and favor Funker Gochel of Louisburg.
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Barney Sheridan
Barney
Gerk
Pope Iin
Sheridan
Re Flectinn
Hdl
Joyce
Ranney
Democrata
Funker Gochel
Louisburg
Paul Russell
Aguinaldo Sends Message Questioning U S Policy
A Hong Kong cablegram prints Aguinaldo's Cavite dated July 30 message to Consul General Wildman. He asks why the United States expects him to outline policy or fight blindly for American interests and whether the aim is annexation, protection, or independence. He argues Manila if taken could spare his forces for the future.
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New York
Hong Kong
Aguinaldo
Wildman
Cavite
America
Manila
Insurance Chief Warns on Unauthorized Agent Fraud
Superintendent McNab reports the Minneapolia Butter and Cheese Co building burned at Minneapolis Kin on August 2 causing about 5.10 loss with 1 000 of that insured by Creamery Mutual Assurance Co, which is not authorized to do business here. He says policies issued to residents violate law and suits require travel to a state where the firm is authorized. He urges notify the department if any county sees an agent of the unvalid company and promises to enforce the law.
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McNab
Minneapolia Butter & Cheese Company
Minneapolis, Kin
Creamery Mutual Assurance Company
McNall
Off for the Klondike Expedition Leaves Seattle for Yukon Region
The Protection steamship sailed to St Michael with seven men from Boston heading an expedition for the Klondike and Boston Gold Mining Co. Five other expeditions have been sent this season. The party, led by William Coute ter, will operate near Beir Minook and the Yukon tributaries. They are equipped for a fifteen month campaign.
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Seattle
Wash
Protection
St. Michael
Atnane
Boston
Tkondike
Boston Gold Mining Company
Seazon
Tiene
Capea Wiliam C.oute Ter
Yukon
Dispatches Hint Suez Route Delays Manila Troop Transit
Advices from San Francisco report that General Merriam and General Serritt have not yet decided on sending more troops to Manila. If required, additional men might be dispatched via the Suez Canal due to vessel shortages on the Atlantic coast.
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San Francisco
Merriam
Geberal Serritt
Manila
Merritt
JEREMIAH JEFFERSON HELPS OLD ASSOCIATE ON STAGE
Cincinnati dispatch notes Jereph Jefferson aided an aging stage partner Mrs. McCarthy and widow Mrs. Grierson who aided her pension papers. Both women were arrested over pension manipulation. Jefferson’s support included securing bail and legal defense.
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Cincinnati
Jereph Jefferson
Knights of Pythias Session in Indianapolis Dates
Grand Encampment session of Knights of Pythias and Supreme Lodge held in Indianapolis from August 22 to 28 and August 30 to September 10, 1788. Round up tickets on sale at Santa Fe, Roun tel and 21 for $16.05. Limited to August 29, extension provision noted. (phone 682). Typeka Crhone 64.
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Knights of Pythias and Supreme Lodge
Indianapolis
Ind
Santa Fe
Roun Tel
Indianapolis Return Ticket Deal Via Santa Fe Route
Round trip tickets to Indianapolis from August 7th for the National Meet of the League of American Wheelmen. Fare 17.50 via Santa Fe Route with options via St Louis or Chicago. Tickets available at the depot ticket agent. telephone contact 652. 71605. August dates and partial wording indicate sale period and route details.
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National Meet League of American Wheelmen
Sth
St Louis
Chicago
Indianapolis
Eminent Dr B C Flower to Visit Topeka Friday
Dr B C Flower and Dr R C Flower renowned specialists, whose cures are famed, will be at the Throop Hotel Topeka Kansas for one day Friday August 19 offering consultation to the sick. A cream social and dance will follow at KP hall at 3 pm.
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B.C. Flower
R.C. Flower
Throop Hotel
Tofeka
Kansas
KP Hall
Ae Wincy
N. A
Celebrations Mark Fifty Years for Dear and Forty Five for Gordon
Society notes report the fiftieth anniversary of the Reverend and Mrs. George Dear born at a Highland Park home with friends, prayers, and addresses by local ministers. Also, Colonel and Mrs. Gordon observed their forty fifth wedding anniversary at Topeka with intimate guests and a sofa gift. Other social items include informal gatherings, visits, and reflections from area residents.
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George Dearborn
Highland Park
J. R. Madison
B. L. Thorpe
Calvin Holman
Dearborn
A. J. Coe
J. H. Madison
0. Hall
D. HR. Moore
Airs
EL. Thorpe
J. A. Swaney
Swearingen
Belle Swearingen
Joseph , Cox
J.E. Gordon
Topeka
A. Washburn
Henry Washburn
FM. Washburn
Cornelia Washburn
Albert Washburn
Gordon
Tarbel Gordon
Wm. R. Gordon
CS. Nichols
Mattie E. Nichols
Lynn Wyatt
Gertrude Wyatt
Mary Wyatt
Lucia Wyatt
Morales Marching On In Guatemala Revolution
In San Francisco a forwarded message reports General Morales advancing from Tampachula toward Ocos with 700 men and 5000 Remington rifles. Prospero Morales remains at San Marcos while Quesallenanco backs the revolt, as telegraphic links falter. Wealthy liberal supporters aid Morales and an understanding with Jose Leon Castillo shapes a bid for the presidency to defeat Cabrera.
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San Francisco
Guatemala
Morales
Tampachula
Prospero Morales
San Marcos
Quesallenanco
Ocos
Miguelin
Lberal
Jose Leon Castillo
Oone
Cabrera
Little Yellow Fever Report From Santiago Quarantine
The U S transport Iroquois No 25 arrived at quarantine from Santiago with fifteen passengers, all well on board. A few passengers showed mild malaria at Santiago but none sick since leaving. Notables aboard include D Powers Archibald Norris Armstrong Bogan Page Warren Roberta McCook Kraus and others.
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Santiago
New York
U. S
Iroquins
Santaco
Cubs
W. D. Powers
Boston Transcript
J. F. J. Archibald
San Francisco Post
Frank Norris
McClure's
H. E. Armstrong
D. A. Bogan
Massachusetts
John HW. Page
Third Infantry
WK. Donee
Sixth Infantry
H.D. W
Ninth Infantry
8 H. Warren
Lawton
C.D. Roberta
Seventeenth Infantry
N. C. McCook
Pennsylvania
Wevton
Joveyh Kraus
Transport halts for disinfection amid yellow fever fears
De H McCook of Philadelphia traveled to Saugage to assist in caring for the main bets of his regiment. The group did not arrive until after surrender. He reports attic yellow fever among the troops and fears an epidemic unless prompt action is taken to move them north.
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de. H. McCook
Philadelphia
Sautage
Axaist
Cating
Bat
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