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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1898

Page

7

Senator Hanne in Chicago on tariff and merchant marine boost

Senator Hanne arrived in Chicago for private business at the Auditorium and spoke on a peace treaty, urging quick ratification and linking prosperity to expanding the merchant marine. He stressed a need for capital to invest domestically and warned against foreign competition without timely action.

Chicago Hanne Auditorium Bowl Musinore, Herald U4 Peace Commission Weeryaden George Iust England Nia Judes Wanna Rake Misty Membern Nc

Humane Punishment Advocated by Minnis Society Leader

Chicago December 1 The president of the Minnis Humane Society urged a humane whipping post as an instrument of corporal punishment for certain criminals at a meeting of charitable organizations. He argued for public punishment for women beaters and spoke of the hoodlute class as needing deterrence.

The Minnis Society Chicago John G. Shortall Minnis Hucine Society Shortail Dan Ciast

Homebuyers Excursion Schedule Set for January to March

A damaged notice outlines a recurring Homeseekers' Excursion to run twice a month across January February and March. It notes a special meeting of the Seulwestery Passenger bursa at Seiden where representatives discussed itinerary and fare rules, including a planned detour to Denver.

Be Bas Seulwestery Seiden

Fight for Sharkey and Moore Match With Charlie Mitchell

Fragmentary notes describe Rony Moore pursuing a four bout event against Charlie Mitchell to raise funds and sponsor life support. Details are unclear but indicate a planned fight card with Moore positioning as lead in a charity effort.

Rony Moore Charlie Mitchell Hell Dal Thormes Seth

Fire at Canasoharie NY chocolate factory erupts

The Canasoharie New York chocolate room fire at a local factory is believed to be caused by an explosion. Advertisements tout a diarrhea remedy with testimonials from H Gibbe of Fincastle and L Shaver also of Fincastle, claiming cures after wartime illness. remedial product promoted by W E Cooper.

Eat Factory Canasoharie N.Y PMAHE Exmoor H. Gibte Fincastle L. Shaver Beth Gibbe Mtr Shaver Fincant WE Caoper Olack

New York Canal Frauds to Be Investigated by Governor Order

Albany Dec 1 Governor Black orders immediate investigation into canal frauds based on a report by the attorney general. The inquiry examines acts of the State Engineer, Surveyor General, and Public Works officials and whether to pursue criminal indictments. Judge Countryman backs presenting a proper case to the grand jury.

Black Albany N. X Tan Sree Rees Doha Ebpineer Adameant Elfridge Jodsy Countryman Binek

Peace offering sparks hope in Spain amid turmoil

The Daily News reports on diplomatic moves as the government signals readiness for negotiation. Key figures including Don Carlos and Queen Victoria are cited as potential players in mediation. The scene centers on liberal reformers and military readiness as talks loom with Madrid-backed envoys seeking calm.

Cuban commission in Washington seeks Cuba army issues

Washington December 1 The Cuban commission headed by General Calixto Garcia arrived in Washington from New York to discuss with U S officials the island's future and the disposition of the Cuban army. Garcia says the army must be paid and will honor obligations, while American troops may be deployed with restraint to protect the population under a new Cuban government.

Washington Commisssiin United States New York Calixto Garvia Staton Senor Gonzales de Quesada Savior Caxova Raleigh Hotel Garcia Iineral Garcia Alger Gleb Pee Ee ‘Psy Cubu Gareia Isand Collée Leroy San Luis Garcla

Aguinaldo Demands Money From Prisoner Release

Aguinaldo, insurgent leader, allegedly demands 1.5 million dollars for friars released. Also reports: Seamen's Wage Cut order reduces monthly pay by 5 dollars across all classes. lowest coast wage level. Local coinage for November shows gold double eagles and other denominations produced.

Aguinsido Madad Philippines Aguinaldo San Freneh

British brigades ordered to Swat valley clash

Ordered to Swat on December 1 two British brigades move to the Swat valley after the mad mullal’s successes over local tribesmen. Steam Laundry promises colorfast wash of four colored shirts from two locations, 2 and 14 W street.

Swat Pombay Swat Valley Mullal

Railroads Seek Revenue Stamp Payments on Telegrams

New York Dec 1 The suit by Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway to force Western Union Telegraph to affix and pay revenue stamps on telegraphic messages under its contract has been dismissed. The railway argues federal wartime revenue law and ongoing internal revenue rulings require stamp payment. Western Union contends no new government authority exists for the stamps.

New York Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company United States Diatrict Court Western Union Twiegaph Company Tarity Company United States Lieb Lav

Santa Fe Ice Contract Moves Amid Southwest Deals

Las Vegas to Santa Fe reports detail a large ice house project with 4i by 9 feet dimensions, Brent as contractor, painting and completion within a year. Aqua Pure Water Co to manage carrier houses across the Southwest including Pueblo La Junta El Paso with term of years. Albuquerque operations shift to storage hub. shipments aim at 200 loads daily from reservoirs five miles above city. mountain sun limits surface exposure December to March.

Las Vegas Dec Brad Weat Trentyive Lupdn Fusaber Sone Chicako See J. G. Mewart Topeka Gniekine T Harvey Santa Fe Aqua Pure Water Company Pueblo la Junta Col el Paso Ash Park Umd Sears Iing Atehiaan Bata Pecara Herwintore Albuauerjul Tus Vesis Albuquerque Thery Mierd JOM Son Pt Sco Argentine Amhg Haun

Railroad Notes Show Through Routes to Oklahoma City

Rail notes report completion of through routes to Oklahoma City and fare reductions in Indian Territory. Santa Fe foreman cited as a Hercules figure. bridge changes planned with cement foundations. walls slated to be invasive and wood replaced at the bridge. Goi. Wale sues Santa Fe over household losses from a derailment and a side track incident at an elevator in Wellings ton Davenport. Promotions and reassignments include Mengral agent for western dept in San Francisco overseeing California and Nevada. Nimon Marshall advanced to fireman on the way line. Missouri Pacific adds crews. engines from El Dorado shift coal loads. recent time card prompts changes in crews and routes. local services adjust between Chanute and Hington and on the Giract bru R Conductor G. PP. Buck Island wins a diamond in St Joe.

Oklahoma City Santa Fe Sitia Suni Vuivert Coontrali Goo. Wale Santa Fe Rail Fray Company Typecaver Arg Tha Vox For Milling Company Wellingston Smuro Davenport Alan Bacio Uy Foe Mengral San Francisco California Nevada Nimon Marshall Salina Suin Ft Dorde Missouri Pacific el Dorado Portsmouth Chanute Hington

Conductor Arrested After Disturbance Aboard Train 17

Conductor Rick Jey of Santa Fe train No 17 was arrested in Raton New Mexico on a complaint by Berenga and Stuart. The pair claimed they were insulted and assaulted aboard the southbound train as it reached Trinidad. A scuffle ensued with punches thrown at the crew and passengers, and the men were kept aboard until Lynn where an officer met the train.

Mick Saime Berengu Keibekins Ife

Prominent Amistad in Spectators Aid Injured at Newton

The report notes George Farrell aiding a car incident spectator effort at Newton. Several officials and engineers are named as involved in local matters, including Parke, Havile, Parker, Banker, and Grady. A hospital update mentions Wine Gihnon, hurt near the event, returning home after treatment. Other named individuals include Tom Vaughan and Frank Tutlelis Couhupises Budted Sia.

George Farrell Graham Newton Gobert Mig Mo Eamily Jim McKingie Tacit Parkee Havile Parker Yesterar Avixtant Groeral Turner Marhine Resis Ee Bright Kecvice Soeeranes Farley Gihnon Wwawiich Tarert Vanter Gay Reporn Hospital Nightcaller Tom Vaughan Viper Biles, Wilcox and Mecor Tom Grady Elvermen Nor Ziv Baw

Trainmasters and wrecking crews shift roles in rail incident

The report details a series of rail yard moves with Dae William Hoamiston replacing W R Scott as trainmaster, J B Buncey’s injuries, and crews rushing a wrecking train and derrick to the scene. It also notes Chapman joining Wichita as a new bottler and ongoing illness among staff. The piece then shifts to social topics, including state ownership debates, socialist colony examples, and plans for a December Commonwealth club discussion on a city owned auditorium and market house.

William Hoamiston W. R Scott Dodumets J.B. Buncey Matin Troi Pawnee Derrick Wee Crates Drummond Albuguerive John G. Loan Oty Manporia Chapman Wichita Tioy Bikropor Ciple Ieee Ratti Fa Wale Bor Aid Svickersor Asnistane Boller Krol Ts Inurmar i Daseenger Hte Ae Vision Adtadre Taidalle Senerday Argesting Santa Fe Physicias Breidenthal Ruskin Kansas Commonwealth Club

Santa Fe Shops Rush to Prepare Freight Cars

Santa Fe shops at Albuquerque urgently brace for a Western car famine as 150 freight cars are scarce between Albuquerque and Dodge City. Air-brake cars are pressed into service daily to meet demand, and orders to compensate for car shortages are being pushed to completion.

Santa Fe Albuquerque Dodge City Etta Frelehis Santa Be

Rock Island Sued Over Shotgun Injury Incident

Smith sues Rock Island company alleging negligence after a section foreman fired a shotgun at workers, injuring Smith and severing his leg. The suit seeks damages of £7.00 and accuses the firm of fault in securing safe work conditions and negligence during the morning shift.

Gouneh Grove Smith

Irrigation debate at Commonwealth Club highlights water needs

The Commonwealth Club heard Judge Emnery of Lawrence discuss the present status of irrigation. He argued more federal water is essential to grow the West, produce farmers, and raise land values, citing nine pending Congress bills and the need for labor and youth to have homes and independence. The meeting closed with a labor rights resolution.

Commonwealth Club Malcolm James Elu Emnery Lawrence Pacific East West United States Congress Poraker Uncle Sam Colorades Arena Chicago Knigits of Labor Convention Kansas City Cina

Naval Militia Plans To Build A 7000-Strong Reserve

Lt. W. H. Sutherland reports to the assistant secretary of the navy on naval militia during the war. An initial $45,000 allotment funded state naval units totaling 7,000 personnel across California to Virginia, with districts including the District of Columbia mustering in. The report urges a national reserve with five-year enrollments, annual drills, and commissions through naval officers, costing about 40 per man, to mobilize quickly in future conflicts.

Washington Wee W. H. Sutherland Naval Militia Secretary of the Navy California Connecticut Florida Georgia Minvis Loursiana Maryland Massachusetts Michigan New Jersey New York North Carolina Ohio Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina Virginia District of Columbia Tinois Louisiana Atute Cvast Army Navy United States Auxiliary Naval Force Navy Department Suthkehind Omictrs Board of Naval Offers Congress United

California Fruit Growers discuss reports on foreign crops

Fresno delegates to the California Fruit Growers convention refer a special committee to produce graphic reports on foreign competing crops for U S fruit growers. The meeting aims to advise growers and authorities on market conditions and competitive threats across borders.

Fresno Cal California Secretary of Vericulture United States

FOR RENT ITEMS FROM THE STRAUSS AGENCY

The Strauss Agency at 413 Kansas Ave advertises for rent including unfurnished and furnished seven room houses with modern conveniences and a good barn. Listings mention Capitol Square area and services for tenants seeking first class residences.

Jf Strauss Agency Wells Real Cotater Fe Poppia Strauss Agency Kaness Capitol Square Bel Hureiso Ai Yan Buren Sirutxs UF Raowe Strauss Agen

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