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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1898
Page
6
Fekotama Aug 19 The Corenn government replied to a German request for concessions by notifying Seoul’s German consul that it will establish a railway bureau and concentrate on one main line, denying further concessions.
Madrid correspondent reports that Bianco Castellanos and Ad tiral Matierula have each been named commissioners for Cuba and Porto Rico. General Macias and Ortesa and Adel Varino are listed for Porto Rico. It is probable that Senator Ledn Castilla will preside Paris mission negotiations. Moret’s candidature supported by press stance.
Sixteen cars of First Dakota wheat moved westward to Superior Wisconsin marking the first consignment from the Dakotas. Fifteen cars were claimed by Consolidated elevators at Duluth and one car shipped to the east end. The Northern Pacific line carried the grain from near the Dakota border via the Chicago Parson & Southwestern route.
Chikamauga Park Tenn Aug 18 The First Vermont infantry broke camp early and marched to Rossville station to board trains for Pt Ethan Alten. Units including First Illinois cavalry and Pont Maine infantry prepare to return home next week as divisions head to Knoxville and Lexington. Within ten days the army will be halved and sick men will receive day furloughs.
Police raided the Topeka Cold Storage plant at Tyler and Cuttle in North Topeka, uncovering a large amount of warm air and faulty seals. Investigators noted confusion in the facility’s operations and hinted that the incident may lead to departmental action or settlement.
The dispute over a body exhumed near Arkansas City revolves around the Pease family. Newland reports feet size and pants measurements differ from Pease and suspects the deceased is not Pease, while Rowand Pease insists the Arkansas City burial is his relative. Heat records show a hot spell with no rain in sight.
A 72 year old woman from Crattleborn Vermont is said to have committed death by own action in this city today. The notice mentions Olof Ekberg and a removal, with references to arrivals for fall sales and orders, in a garbled advertisement context.
Troops battered toward the city at the Pasig junction with Astor battery in the rear. General MacArthur established headquarters in Malate after insurgents entered and pillaging began in Malate Ermita and surrounding districts. Troops scattered to curb looting as complaints spread.
The Populist party cheers and the Republican party frets as white Kansas regiments are moved to front, while three colored regiments remain behind. Leaders say the move could cost Republican support among white soldiers and other voters.
Adams, 49, visited N Campbell at 607 Kansas Ave yesterday to pay a $22 note. He produced a mortgage, drew a revolver, and demanded a release for the mortgage. Campbell yielded a sign but Adams attempted to seize the document, triggering officers to detain him. He is jailed on assault with intent to kil. appears nervous and unbalanced after the struggle.
Washington reports Gen Morales, head of the Guatemalan revolution, captured in a cave on Wednesday and died en route to San Sebastian prison. Hunter, the U S minister, cables the state department with the details.
Saratoga N Y Aug 19 The national conference on the foreign policy of the United States opened with Henry Wade of Chicago chairing the arrangements. Mo Riesers says the meeting covers momentous questions in republic history and that while peace is near serious problems remain. Warner Miller of New York urged immediate canal construction and favoring routes via Nicaragua amid surveys assessing feasibility and desirability.
Washington August 19 the war department today promulgated the tariff rates for Porto Rico The rate the Spanish minimum tariff rates heretofore enforced to the island The tobacco schedule remains the same as that for Porto Rico under existing policy
Washington dispatch reports General Butler General Wade and Admiral Sampson will convene in Havana before September 12 to set the time and manner of evacuating Cuba. The commission will address society conditions, U S temporary governance, and ensure orderly transition while avoiding riot. They plan talks with Cuban leaders Go mix Garcia Massa to secure cooperation and peaceful handover.
Gen Shafter informs the war department that no further troops are needed for the preservation of peace at Santiago Naration the plan relies on reinforcements from the regular infantry and Twenty third Kansas volunteers expected soon from the United States. The report comes as the army strengthens its position at Gar Park with anticipated arrivals.
Colonel Bock commands two battalions of colored troops and received orders from Washington to depart for Cuba. Furloughs were canceled, officers and men must report to Camp Leedy by tomorrow afternoon, assembly and march to the train scheduled for Sunday, while gear and arms are being completed in New York.
Washington Aus report quotes Congressman Curtis forecasting a 5,000 majority for Republicans in Kansas and a statewide ticket win by 4,000. He praises national war leadership and notes no major fights over implementing the Curtis law in the Indian Territory. Curtis cites troop plans in Manila and says 75,000 troops may be mustered out.
H. and S. Greer of the LOC to become general superintendent of the Hutchinson and Southern rail line based in Hutchinson. The resignation comes as Greer moves from Litendield Carrellton and Wester railroading duties to the new post.
Nipps stated no ball game Sunday but games may start next Sunday. He favored meeting opponents to discuss Sunday play. He suggested moving ball grounds next season to reduce resident disturbance and proposed Quinton Heights as a possible site. William Scott, liveryman, died this morning at his office. Burial plans likely in New York.
Washington reports President considers Secretary Alger as a senate candidate to fill a cost of vacancy. Earlier, a late evening altercation near the grand stand saw a colored soldier from Camp Letdy fire at a colored girl. no injuries reported and both parties vanished.
In a historic test, a jury found two State versus Topeka and Wichita players not guilty as charged after a Sunday baseball game was played in an adjoining room. Judges McClintock and Gutsch led the verdict, interpreting the sole statute as permitting standard gambling rule games.
A crowd of about 500 miners and residents gathered as Ea Jones and James Palmer were released on bail after five counts of assault with deadly weapons. Tensions ran high near Springside mine with threats and calls for hangings, but calm prevailed and the pair returned to the shaft. The trial is set for the August term. Sheriff Coburn mobilized extra deputies to guard the area as miners threaten further action.
Webb McNall the state insurance commissioner will represent himself in depositions for the injunction case brought by the Connecticut Fire Insurance Company of Hartford to prevent revocation of its license. Depositions are set for Chicago and Milwaukee next week, and McNall has announced his intention to be present. He will cross-examine witnesses regarding the case.
Today’s market report from the Associated Press to the State Journal outlines a mixed trading day. Wheat benefited from excellent harvest weather but fell as contracts moved from September to December amid cautious selling. corn showed weakness with buyers selling after yesterday’s gains. provisions rose due to packer activity, while hogs, cattle, and barley displayed varied price movements across futures and spot sales.
Reported representative sales show feeder cattle and steers offered with bids from Ker and Doxas, market remains steady. Packers and dairy sectors noted mixed signals as New York money markets weakened slightly and bonds softened marginally.
The report notes wheat and corn receipts with totals of 23 cars and oats and barley receipts. It forecasts warmer weather in Kansas City and nearby areas and general market gains in staple stocks with dividends and price movements highlighted. The piece references stock market activity including Harmony and related rail and grain interests with futures and cash prices noted.
A jumble of classified snippets seeks loans and sales details. Mentions a stray sorrel horse, a wagon, and farm implements around local streets and addresses. Also notes sale actions, trade interests, and inquiries with names like J St esatment and RLF B Humphrey in Shorwy.
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