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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1898
Page
4
A montage of foreign policy chatter and domestic finance notes references Roosevelt, Spain, Manila, and peace prospects. It cites battles, naval actions, and a tally of military costs, plus a peek at tax revenue and potential peace measures shaping future policy.
The piece argues the choice is not whether to seize the Philippines but how to dispose of them. Two options arise Spain or Europe. Spain lacks navy and funds, risking Spanish lives. Europe may resist. each power wants a share, leaving the United States to resolve the problem after toppling Spanish power.
A fragment suggests a reflection on how to dispose of items tied to the poem like language and policy. The text hints at a literary or political bill described as poesie expressing statesmanly intent and potential disposal of issues.
From the Chicago Tribune. Hiram Maxim argues war lessons favor high power guns and speed. He notes cruisers outpace battleships, torpedo failures, and fireproof hulls, urging dynamic development and skilled gunners as decisive factors in future naval power.
A fragmented Atchisen Globe text offers glimpses of social quips about gift giving, musicians, untrustworthy teachers, and a pastor, interwoven with observations on apples, weather, and a comparison of human toil to birds. It notes a family helped by Atchiton Wines, with education for children and steady meals, while reflecting on human folly and bird simplicity.
A column of quirky maxims and observations from Chicago reads like a bite sized guide to manners and manners of speech. The snippets poke fun at youth love aging pride and social pretenses while hinting at common biases and cultural mores of the era.
The column lists aging Union and Cuban War generals with retirement ages and ranks, contrasts with a royal anecdote about an emperor and a surgeon, and notes a secret service incident involving a telescope horoscope for President McKinley.
Home Aug 1 The pope has contracted an internal ailment after a sudden fall in temperature. Following doctors orders Bro Lapponi recommends rest and the pope suspends all audiences. Observatore Romano says no cause for anxiety and rumors of extreme weakness are unfounded. business remains practically safe with Cardinal Ramposta, papal secretary of state, handling affairs.
An English draper Charles Titley and his companion Florence Batty, both aboard the Britannic as Mr and Mrs William Jackson, were ordered deported by immigration officials in New York. The pair, who had funds, faced confinement as Titley reportedly deserted a wife, while Batty lamented the humiliation and pleaded for hotel lodging or Turkish bath access, which was refused. The couple mapped to return to Liverpool aboard the Britannic next Wednesday.
New York August 11 Hiram Maxim the inventor of the first sporting firearm arrived with his wife aboard the Cunard liner Etearth for a two month stay near his birthplace Wayne Maine. He discusses British and American war views and naval matters noting that high power weapons and better gunnery are crucial and that the United States must upgrade its artillery and torpedo capabilities.
Chicago aug 1 1900 the Commercial association plans a peace Jubilee replacing the carnival idea. a six member committee will discuss the program at the wellington hotel this afternoon and aim to include a peace arch dedication by president roosevelt era figures and veterans in a national harmony celebration.
James Egelerton of Manhattan Delivery Company in New York has accepted the presidency of Pacific Express. He has long been linked with the Americae Sere oa ny at Heston and will move headquarters to Omaha. The firm operates on the Guuld railway lines.
Emporia reports six year old Alvert Perkins claims two men Bert Strout and Harry Raymond held him up in jail and choked him after he had 95 cents. They forced him to surrender 9 cents more and tried again, prompting Perkins to swallow the remaining 25 cents. County Attorney Dickson investigates this afternoon.
Ottawa fire department members met to discuss attending the National Firemen’s Association tournament in Omaha on September 5. They aim to maximize attendance, with railroads offering half fare or better for larger groups. A drill practice is scheduled for Wednesday evening led by Robert Atkinson Sr, with the team prepared for exhibition drills and potential prizes.
In Fort Scott on August 21 a suit in Crawford county pits two claimants named Crane against AC J W fudge as defendant. The dispute centers on life insurance from an order the two men carried. One claimant is the woman who lived with Crane at his death. the other is alleged wife Ives from Arkansas. Crane had claimed divorce from the Arkansas woman before his death, but she says no divorce was granted. A summons noted grand master John H Crider that the order is sued by Mrs M E Crane, Crane’s present wife. The order stands ready to pay when the court decides which claimant is entitled.
Galena August 14 reports a major prospect at the Lucky Strike mine in North Empire. A drift in the northwest third of the lot revealed dead ground, then ore deposits appeared after the mine was subsided, revealing a ten by ten foot rich vein. The new drift toward Wert is expected to yield ore for about a year.
Troy August 1 Jack Fowler charged with horse stealing escaped from jail yesterday afternoon. Under Sheriff Ramsey took him to the office to wash windows, Fowler grabbed two pistols from a desk, leaped through an open window and fled. A large pursuit followed as Fowler outran Ramsey and others, vanishing into a woods outside town.
Gilens Man vs ravenna cow Bat tery Which Promises Much. Allen Ditson, chief si eetriqian for the Galena Light and Power company, has finished a model of an electric battery for exploding shots in mines. The device is compact and convenient and has been tested on a string of ten shots with no trouble. Patent hoped for soon.
In Leavenworth Aug 11 two of three Kansas Penitentiary convicts learned their wives had filed for divorce. Sheriff Everyhardy relayed notices in the deputy warden Henry Stell's private office. Oklahoma man Henry Stell faced divorce suit by Mamama J. Stell. Speights learned his wife Mary D. Speights filed at her Jasper County Missouri home. he reacted with distress and said she was too good.
Ulysses Grant Chrisam was informed that Adele Chrisam had filed suit against him at her Cloud county Kansas home. He said he was glad to be free from her and hinted he would not contest the case.
Federal penitentiary guards recaptured two convicts William Pruitt and Jessy Woolman after their escape near Leavenworth. Pruitt was shot in the breast during the confrontation south of Kickapoo and died within an hour. Woolman remained at large until authorities secured him later. Pruitt had been a highway robber in the Indian Territory before his capture.
Neodesha August 11 Fred Ditto traveled from Fredania to Independence and sworn out a warrant for J W Burwell on selling mortgaged property. Burwell, son of M Burwell Kansas City commission merchant, borrowed funds from crops and farm implements then vanished. He is believed to be apprehended soon.
Atchison County reports cattle deaths from blackleg a germ illness believed non contagious among stock. Farmers Ger W Glick Henry Krumpe Charles Prim and Frank Frees lose multiple head of cattle with several bulls sold or affected. No cattle over two years old affected.
Atchison reports mayoral support for dozens of police telephones to be placed on town corners. Officers would report to stations at intervals, aimed at reducing overall police headcount while preserving public safety. City officials believe the scheme could lower costs and allow continued law enforcement. Cleveland Sends Autograph Note To Blaine Candidate Bowles Receives Cleveland Letter
Miss Jennie Allen and Charlie Reger wed yesterday afternoon inside a den crowded with 6000 spectators as lions roared and charged. Mme Planks used a pistol and whip to control the beasts before the ceremony ended with the bride and groom safely exiting the cave amid throngs and danger.
An insect army of chinch bugs crosses the Alleghenies into Pennsylvania New Jersey and reaches Brooklyn via East River Bridge. Supplied by United States Department of Agriculture official L G O Howard and the Brooklyn Tree Planting Association, the silent nocturnal march flanks streets as farmers and horticulturists brace for impact.
Mes, Juan Gril of Topeka Kan, invited large congregations at St Nicholas and St Thomas Catholic churches yesterday with splendid vocal power. She will sing at St Thee church next Sunday morning. Her husband and guest Mrs Geiles, formerly presiding there, were seen with Louie Beck and family. Mrs Griley is an accomplished singer and vocalist of unusual ability.
Chicago records a police investigations push as a Berry inquiry renews focus on alleged police corruption and evasion of duties. Key figures include Senator Hetty Peotiient and committee members linked to police reform, with plans to review spring actions and possible connections to worker and farmer policemen.
New York Aug 3 The first American bank in Cuba Bas fren opened for business in Bamtingo by M Jarvis vice president of the North American Trant company. A telegram announced the door opening at 99 o'clock with three accounts opened initially. Applicants sought positions as staff, and the bank prepared for operations with renovations and a painted sign declaring The sort ies fe New York Open fram en i to 3.
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