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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1898

Page

6

Disappearance at Twentieth Kansas Commissary

San Francisco reports the board for Lieutenant W A Green of the Twentieth Kansas commissary fixed the loss at 3108 dollars. Green is held financially responsible while Young faces criminal liability. Young’s trial concluded. Green is hospitalized in France. Five medical cases noted in the military division hospital. Privates Reed Needle and Allen died of pneumonia.

San Francisco Trver W.A Grees Young Green Une Military Divierm Joan Reed Joseph Needle Lews Infantry Rufus L. Allen Twenty-third Infantry Pneumonie

Severe storms and tornado strike England and Wales

Severe thunder storms raked England with torrential rains causing widespread damage. Jow lying districts suffered roof and structural ruin. Carmanshire Wales was hit by a tornado with great destruction to trade and public panic.

Tundon England Hall Carmanshire Wales

Home on furlough from Forty-Second Town Volunteers passes through city

Fifty fifty-stock numbers from the Fifty-second Town Volunteers march through Fyansville on their way home from Chickamauga. The regimental surgeon and several armed officers have resigned. Officers go to a hotel for dinner and the soldiers, many too ill to travel, are fed by Red Cross representatives. The ten are on suppers and are being not on thirty days furlough.

Fyansville Ing Fifty-second Town Chickamaasa Formais Hed Cross

Hay Accepts Post of Secretary of State in Month

Colonel Hay, returning to London from a visit, announced to the Associated Press he has accepted the post of secretary of state. He will leave London in about a month after finalizing routine business at the embassy.

Colonel Hay London United States Hay VieHling Une Corres Porsent Associated Press Col

Mayer Contention: Mayer Appeals Divorce Land Case

Conrad Mayer of Topeka appeals to the supreme court over a district ruling in a divorce case with Mrs Mayer. The dispute centers on land in Pottawatomie County believed to be inherited at marriage and whether she rightly received the property. Mayer seeks modification of alimony and land rights through a remarriage motion.

Conrad Mayer Topeka Supreme Court Mayer Sire Mayer Pottawatomiy Wreren Mayers Hazen Asher

Beer on Its Side Shocks Topeka Police Action

Chief Strauss inspected liquid stock in the south gall room and ordered bottling beer upright to prevent corks from drying and possible explosion. Seized 63 cases of Lemp beer housed in a Topeka storage facility were moved to the police station and laid on their sides to keep corks moist. If convicted, the whiskey string will be destroyed amid the case. Presidential appointments announced in Washington include De collector of Customs for the district of Sachtarher and other posts.

Srauss South Gall Topeka Accld Abe Jal Mdin Putnam and Conley Ae Digese Sachtarher Niotokos J oSity Ada Firat Eee Piamirick de

Death of Dr Zaller and Weather Indications

The notice reports the death of Dr Zever, a noted musical composer, and mentions weather indications for Chicago with variable winds. It also notes Olof Ekberg’s removal to Otter Livek and lists finery such as summer weight satin on hand with family arrivals and fall orders.

Dr. Zaller. Bierlin Olof Ekberg Ekbere Merchant Tullor Otter

Candy stand brawl ends in fine for Lebowitz and Ragell

At Kun Sum Avenue a small candy vendor Sam Lebowitz was attacked by Mrs Ragell with a parasol sending candy flying as onlookers cheered. Patrolman Parcells arrested both, Judge Ferry fined Ragell and Lebowitz 35 each. Lebowitz jailed briefly before release after reconciliation.

Sam Lebowitz Candy Veoder Kun-- Sum Avenue Steeete Chipe Boston Selbert le Jurwits Lebowitz Kansas Avenue Wan Lebowits Sala Ala TH. Ragell Lebwicz Frank Parcells Sirs Resell Lebichte Mrs. Ragell Lebow Huband

Captain Morris Very Ill After Return From Hot Springs

Captain W. H. Morris, auditor of State, is critically ill in Topeka after a prolonged stay in Hot Springs Arkansas seeking relief for nerve related illness. Doctors fear he may be unable to perform duties or participate in ongoing campaign work. He has been confined to rest and experiences pain during attempts to sit or stand, with a cautious improvement only after leaving Hot Springs.

W. H. Morris Hot Springs Ark Th National Hotel Topeka Morrie Hot Springs Morris Hot Sprard Conditon

Voting of Soldiers Election Laws Sent Out Today

Copies of the election laws related to the voting of soldiers are being sent out today to the colonels of three Kansas regiments and the captains of 36 companies from the office of the Secretary of State. Accompanying each roll of printed matter is a letter from Secretary Bush noting that tally sheets and pallet will be forwarded later and that the department will extend its powers to exercise privileges as if the soldiers were at home.

Kansas Reombry of State Bush York

Reward Offered for Poison Candy Case in Dover

Governor Tun nel announced a $300 reward for the arrest of the party or parties who mailed poisoned candy to Mrs. Dunnine of Dover, causing her and her sister Mrs. Deane to lose their ties. State detectives and Government Inspectors are investigating, with no developments reported at this time.

Dover Governor Tunnel Dunnine Dunning Deane

Bronze quadriga to crown Prospect Park arch in Brooklyn

A bronze quadriga from Paris arriving for the Soldiers' Arch at Prospect Park depicts Columbia in Phrygian garb with wreath and sword, drawn by two spirited horses. Smaller groups of army and navy flank the sides. Artists praise the piece for its nervous vigor, likening the horses to Venice's San Marco.

New York Prospect Park Brooklyn Paris Columbia San Marc Venice

Peckenpaugh Promoted in Springfield Notice

Governor Tanner appoints Second Lieutenant Virden Peckenpaugh to Company A Fifth Regiment. Murland succeeds Peckenpaugh as first lieutenant in the unit.

Peckenpaugh Springfield Aus Tanner Virden Fretieutenant Murland

No More Bonds Opinion from Treasury Officials

Treasury officials state there may be no need for further bond issues as war spending tapers, with stamp tax revenues exceeding disbursements. They foresee only temporary measures and expect ordinary peace conditions to fund continued Navy and Army needs even after military operations end.

Treasury Treasury Department

Barn Hit by Lightning Kills Five Sons Near Minneapolis

A Toewa farm barn ten miles north of Minneapolis was struck by lightning last night. Five sons, the oldest 16, were asleep in the mow and burned to death. The incident was reported by In dependence special sage.

Minneapolis Minn Independence Towa Peter Pay Here

Capt Clark's Illness Reported From Montauk Point

A Times special from Camp Wikoi Montauk Point says Captain Clark of the battleship Oregon is nervously prostrated in a St Paul cabin. He is praised by thousands as he battles to recover in New York harbor. Reports say he cannot be moved to Montauk, diagnosis nervous prostration.

Chicago Murrey Fall River Cervera St Paul New York Harbor Clark Montauk

Terms of Surrender at Manila and Philippine Dipute

Fragmented text outlines terms of surrender by Spaniards at Manila, including disarmament of remaining troops, use of captured treasury funds, and property protection. Mentions negotiation of troop withdrawal, handling of banks, and custody of officers under General Merritt. Source is garbled OCR with references to Washington, Manila, and occupation era.

Washington Ave Manila Philippines Washi Merritt Ulta

Karnival Knights to Host Annual Festival Meetings

The Karnival Knights plan events at Cammer sal club rooms and Hamilton nail for a morale boost. President C K Holliday Jr states they aim to be the year’s show with minstrel performances, rehearsals, and a new Pall Festivals management, seeking singers and volunteers.

Cammersal Club Hamilton Nail C.K. Holliday Othe Knights Karnival Knights Wrateurs Elles Regnier Addeurn Topeka Kernival Knights

Terpsicherean Club to face baseball champions after dancing wins

In Stanford Kentucky on August 18 George Stephenson, colored, was hanged for the murder of 14-year-old Jor Tilford at Crab Orchard July 4 after a quick trial. He spoke on the scaffold, saying he was prepared to die. The Brit ash vessel Turbo, 1289 tons, sailing from Passarocaang to the United Bimes, caught fire August 7. fire caused heavy damage before extinguished while at sea.

Stanford George Stephenson Golored Jor Tilford Crab Orchard Sellberit Soner Ayr Java Turbo Passarocaang United Bimes

Hinshaw Nominated by Fourth Nebraska for Congress

Tecumseh dispatch reports Republicans nominate H. Hinshaw of Jefferson county for congress in the Fourth Nebraska district. The defeated candidate J. Hayner previously represented the district. A Tuscaloosan testimonial mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, praising its family use and effectiveness for children. available from several druggists.

Hayner Omaha Bes Tecumseh Nebraska EH. Hinshaw Jefferson County Fr. J. Hayner

Wisconsin Republicans nominate Stone and Davidson for key tickets

Milwaukee August 18 delegates at the Wisconsin Republican state convention nominated Jesse Stone for lieutenant governor and William H Freehlich for secretary of state. J O Davidson won the state treasurer nomination on the first ballot with 62 214 votes. Davidson is aligned with La Follette. The convention adjourned for a 2:30 pm session to finish the ticket.

Milwaukee Wis Griffin Jesse Stone Watertown Frank L. Tucker Oro Charles BM. Harubright Ra~tine J.O. Davidson Soldiers’ Grove AG. Nelson Waupaca Alfred G. Cypraesen Eau Claire J. 5. Jensen Pierce County Davidson Matihh Mead Vention

Martin Kan Proclamation Outlines Manila Government Scheme

From the Palace New York dispatch dated July 24 via Hong Kong reports General Martin Kan has prepared a proclamation detailing a Manila government scheme. Key points include rigid personal security, municipal laws, tribunals, and institutions to punish crime under military supervision, open trade for neutral nations, protection of property, and no interference with locals as long as peace is kept. General Murritt holds the governor's palace.

New York Martin Hong Kune Martin Kan Manila Murritt

Baseball Case Hearing On Sunday Games Before Justice McClintock

Preliminary hearing for Topeka and Wichita baseball players charged with Sunday game violations opened before Justice McClintock. Defense sought dismissal citing Missouri law. judge reserved decision, later overruled motion and continued the case to next morning with a jury to hear it.

McLintock McClintock Topeka Fear Grifith Bailey Rebesman Krenger Thells Ash Spence Wichita Menefee Hoover Chamberlain Hell Montgomery Mayer Calahan Donovan Attormes Tto Safford Kansas Missouri Justice McClintock Jaxtlee McClintock Tomorow

Diplomatic shuffle as Cassini to London shifts China talks

Washington reports Count Cassini, Russia’s ambassador, will move to London soon. The transfer, amid China question tensions with Britain, could aid negotiations by placing a veteran China hand in charge. Cassini currently at Narragansett Pier. embassy closed for summer. Cornice collapse at North Sixth Street building kills two workers Albert Green and Thomas Lyon, injures others.

Pekin Russie Port Arthur Lian Tung Russia Great Britain Count Cassini London Narragansett Pier Philadelphn North Sixth Street Albert Green Thomas Lyon

Promises of Rein and Weather Heat Records Noted

The weather today runs cooler by nine degrees but oppressive humidity and a chance of showers may bring cooler air tonight. Heat records include 70 at 9 am, 88 at 1 pm, 88 at 1 pm, and 90 at 2 pm. The Western Union central office reports censorship on cable messages abolished. Democrats Accept Fusion in California convention with near unanimous vote.

New York Western Union Telegraph Company Central Cable Office Sacramento Cal Committee On Fusion

State House Notes and Legal Actions Across Cities

Depositions in a tax case will be taken in Chicago next Tuesday with inspectors from several insurance firms to follow in Milwaukee Freeport and New York. Habeas corpus for Robert Heth of Sedgwick County was filed with a hearing set for October 4. William Clark wanted in Springfield for forgery has been captured in Salina. Interlocking device approved at Courtland allows Santa Fe and Rock Island trains to cross without stopping. Reform School July costs totaled 352?2.00. care and maintenance 2522.00 salaries 945.66.

D. R. Hite Connecticut Fire Insurance Company Hartford Boyle McNall Chicago Miwaukee Freeport New York Ha—Beas Robert Heth Sedgwick County Supreme Court W. P. Campbell Heth Leedy Ilinois William Clark Springfield Clark Salina Scottville Board of Railroad Commissioners Santa Fe Rock Island Courtland Reform School

Greek feud erupts as fruit stand dispute turns violent

Louis Charowkis confronts Don Comisgeorge after a dispute on Kansas avenue near Sixth street. A thrown coconut misses Charowkis but hits a passing woman. Police arrest Don Comisgeorge on assault charges as Officer McCoy serves the warrant. Comisgeorge is 18 and reportedly well dressed.

Charowkis Constantine Comisgeorge Louis Charowkis Kansas Avenue Sixth Street Don Cormisgeorge Louis Charowskis Louis Coy Comisceorge Sxdault McCoy Con

Yellow Jack in Camp at Camp Wikoff

New York reports from Camp Wikoff say yellow fever cases have not increased since yesterday with seven in hospital. About 396 men are in various hospitals and new admissions replace those discharged. Doctors note an average of about 30 patients. Starlet fever appears in Hospital General Young. War department orders set thirty day notices and travel prices to Indianapolis via Santa Fe Route.

New York Camp Wikoff General Young Secretary of War Indianapolis Santa Fe

MARKET REPORT FROM ASSOCIATED PRESS OUTLET

Wheat futures edged higher in Chicago as receipts lagged estimates while northwest supplies and Ontario yield optimism weighed on prices. Corn and oats softened amid widespread bearish tones. provisions showed initial weakness but packers supported prices. Hog and cattle receipts rose with mixed demand as buyers adjusted to current market signals.

Liverpool Chicago Iit Northwest Ontario Dominion Rand Eipaete Animes Ui Lahisibiae Sesterm Sige

Wheat and Market Notes From Kansas City and Liverpool

Market roundup from Kansas City and Liverpool shows wheat steady to unchanged with No. 1 hard around SNOAE. Hay prices hold firm with prairie choice at about $5.25. Liverpool reports slight declines in wheat and mixed receipts across Minneapolis Duluth and New York markets. Traders eye conservative action as stocks rebalance and forecasts call for unsettled weather in Kansas City area.

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