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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1899
Page
1
Reports from Manila describe Dato Mundi arriving from a neighboring island with 500 armed men to assist pacification efforts in Mindanao. The steamer Salvad Mor carried troops amid tense conditions as authorities claimed control, while insurgent movements and allied forces prepared for further action in the region and Panay.
Dispatches describe mountain operations, captured prisoners, and logistics as forces move, with references to the Eighteenth Infantry and various units. Notes on surrender negotiations, supply constraints, and communications with insurgent groups appear amid chaotic and garbled OCR text.
Fragmented OCR details events around Aguinaldo, American forces and Filipino resistance. It references Captain Fowler, naval actions, prisoner treatment, and shifting control of towns as U.S. and allied troops advance against insurgent forces amid confusion and casualties. The piece preserves names like Aguinaldo, Magsaysay, and Churkean figures while describing battles, marches, and logistics.
Fragmentary account recalls Aguinaldo mania and action in Luzon as U S forces under Lt Gilmore engage in riverine operations near Yorktown era. Reports from the Seventh Page note casualties, captures, and a wounded Lieutenant with his unit countering insurrectionists during a river mouth examination and subsequent surrender.
Rumors swirl of a potential alliance between anti Republican Leady and Hor ton supporters with Populist workers. Whispered discussions hint at a confederation crossing party lines to influence the upcoming state political dynamic, with key figures from Breidenthal and Hoffman named in internal talks.
Clyde Mattox arraigned at Newkirk on charge of murder in Lincoln County case. The defendant, represented by ex Senator Temple, denies guilt. A later report notes a separate incident in Los Angeles involving a person named Mratir Jones.
Irwin Lodge No. 386 hosted a Metropolis evening event where members enjoyed a lively ball and a charitable auction. The committee led by Teagenvive and Les Gabler reported strong participation, praise for plans, and notes of success in fundraising efforts.
The will of the late vice president Garret A Hobart was admitted to probate at the Passaic equity surrogates today. The estate is valued about 3000000 dollars with fourteen ton and a half of the remainder left to Mrs. Jenin Hobart widow, and distribution to relatives and institutions including St Joseph's Hospital, General Hospital, Children’s Day Nursery, and Paterson Orphan Asylum. Hobart Tuttle and A A Wilcox receive specific bequests, with David Hobart and his two children receiving sums as well. Executors named are Mrs. Deonie Hobart, A A Wilcox, HL TBC, and Culone Wm. Barbur.
Washington Del beginning of a cabinet meeting focuses on the president's missing touches, with the Philippine issue held back until a possible insurrection collapse is announced before Congress. The cabinet favors timing tied to the president’s plan and the vice president’s death adds urgency to adjournment.
State health officials confirm two Cuban chickenpox like cases in Topeka with one death at St Marys and a second at St Mildred Street. Dr Milner links illness to smallpox like symptoms and urges stricter quarantines as city health crews test nearby residents for exposure.
A early 20th century notice announces anti trustees will convene in a session focused on action rather than debate. It outlines meeting timing and city venue details, with emphasis on formal proceedings and regulatory oversight expectations.
Threshing machine leader A. AsirKaln of Indians Manufacturing Company directs the liquidation of threshing machine divisions across the United States from New York. He states that the combined value of all plants will be about 260,000,990, with headquarters at Chicago and Mekula as the press intermediary.
New York dispatch reports a Herald canvass from Washington indicating a large majority of House members favor admitting Roberts of Utah and seating him despite polygamy charges. The poll shows more than two thirds leaning to seating, with some undecided and many new members cautious about public stance. Some Democrats oppose seating, while Roberts stays confident he will be sworn in and retain his seat amid disputed evidence.
A garbled report notes Williams married Geeteidte Powell of Topeka after earlier wedding to Afyrile Wolf of Alllee City. Father seeks minister who joined Williams and Powell, misprint changes wife’s name Miss Powell. Williams later living with second wife in Gage City before returning with his second wife.
The report details a price advance of four cents and mentions a swindling scheme involving tobacco and paper goods. It notes Howard from Sas Franciece recently arriving and linked investigations by grand jury actions.
The piece discusses reciprocal trade with Breil 1-Neerlatione and Paris, hinting at lower coffee prices for Brazil pending approval. It notes that French products would receive most favored nation treatment, with potential maximum tariff implications for Brazilian coffee if remittance rules are enacted.
The Zebatere from New Orleans with Captain W. Demming and his two daughters completed a voyage of about 6,007 miles to Pensacola after traveling from New Orleans along the Mississippi and its tributaries, through the Atlantic coast and around the Florida peninsula, across the Yucatan region, up the Hudson, and back toward New Orleans despite a November storm and last night’s hardships. The frail vessel is 2 feet long and the party plans to depart again for New Orleans tomorrow.
London reports suggest Methuen's advances may open Kimberley soon as Cape Town signals plan to house 10,000 refugees. Pretoria dispatches note Mafeking and Kimberley coordinating against Boer relief attempts with sporadic shelling and sorties.
A fragmented report depicts political maneuvering around Texas figures Hogg Wille Wilts Mose and ex Governor Mose. It notes crowds, speeches, and a tense scene in a county town as contenders debate policy and prepare for upcoming events, with references to Quay, Bryan, and others shaping the contest dynamics.
In Austin a report notes W. J. Brynn distancing himself from any speaker candidacy. He says he has not spoken for any candidate and will not participate. he trusts Democrats in Congress to choose a leader. Weather forecast from Chicago favors fair weather, southerly winds, warmer west tonight into Saturday.
The note hints that Senator Hanna may resign as chairman of the National Publicity Committee if strong Republican pressure mounts. It mentions internal party doubts about his reappointment and discusses possible alternatives including keeping him in a different post.
A violent November storm caused widespread damage in Rookpart Texas and surrounding areas. Reports describe heavy rain and high winds snapping weather boards, demolishing sheds, and damaging a hall and house in Lamar. Several trees were uprooted and property losses are mounting as cleanup begins.
A correspondent reports on A Montgomery of EMooantiiaton UL exhibiting farm scenes in a local fair. James Whitromb challenges the painter's technique while Montgomery defends his approach as worthy of exhibition at the Pars exposition.
fragmented text reports a Lake County event where a team finished second behind Adirondacks in a punting season finale. The article mentions Marquéite Mich and several misread names, with unclear scores and participants. The piece hints at deer-themed stunts and bankewire references, but details are unreadable.
Ambiguous text fragment cites Sullivan and Savoy with references to people and events. The legible names include Sullivan, Arthur, Savoy, and Vike. The passage mentions dates and actions but remains largely incomprehensible.
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