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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1895
Page
1
Kansas congressman Broderick leads a push to recognize Cuban insurgents amid a broader push for American intervention against Spain. The State Journal reports on funding pensions for veterans and the political crossfire over Texas and Mexican policy, with comments from Kansas representatives and speculation on Ingalls and Baker.
In Topeka a record auction sold the Santa Fe railroad property to Edward King, E C Beamer, and Victor Morawetz for 60 million dollars after Special Master J H Johnson announced no other bids. The sale concluded the transfer of old bonds to the reorganization committee and set the new charter to be filed tomorrow, with the road under receivership transitioning to the new company by January 1.
Massachusetts Republicans introduce resolutions seeking impeachment of Ambassador Bayard over remarks on protectionism and U S tariff policy. Debate centers on whether Bayard violated duties and if his statements warrant removal while Republicans push to remove reference to impeachment in the Barrett measure. The chamber hears vigorous exchanges as fate of the resolutions unfolds.
Dispatches report six transports with reinforcements for Cuba arriving off the shore. General Maurin and Psodo are aboard. Insurgent movements threaten Santa Clara province, prompting a detention of municipal council members amid accusations of abuses. Local committees promise support to Captain General Martinez de Campos to quell the Cuban insurrection.
A cast trading ship officer reported seeing a British vessel's feet in the Bahama channel near Key Largo while heading east, suggesting Venezuelan destination for the fleet. Westinghouse sinks Boyden as Pittsburgh firm sues Maryland court for injunction over alleged fluid pressure automatic brake infringement.
June 16 reports the final ballots selecting St Louis as the convention host after a decisive fourth ballot. Delegates from San Francisco Chicago Pittsburg New York argued, with St Louis winning 24 to 16 over San Francisco and 26 needed for the choice. The meeting featured city leaders and prominent party figures campaigning for their candidates.
Carcago December 10 General Kelley, leading eastern contingent of the Lucisliat Labor party, halted a meeting at 48 West Randolph street. He denounced the Populiste as blufers and nondescripts, alleging in California they joined Partners' Alliance, in Montana they are Inber men, and in Nevada they are free Riveritas, while questioning their congressional representatives and promises.
In Simuarois Dec 10 The women of the city condemn Governor Waite of Colorado over a declaration cited by the Ethical Culture Society. The experience with suffrage is blamed on immoral elements voting, while good women stay away. Hayward confessed involvement with a murder in Simuarois, naming Dr. Frank Barton as linked to the crime.
Professor V Gianturco, a noted Italian physician, declares leprosy is not infectious but contagious. He cites Naples and Sicily cases, argues leprosy is not hereditary, and that proximity without touch poses no danger. He aims to advance a cure and reduce stigma surrounding the disease.
Fragmentary report notes the firman allowing additional guardships through the Dardanelles has not been signed by the Sultan. Rumors of a looming ultimatum circulate aboard. Avatria refuses to take initiative, fearing Russian jealousy. An amicable Saud Pasha incident settlement is seen as possible to avert dynastic conflict.
Rumor says Sir Charles Tupper may not return to London after a visit to Canada. It cites plans for a new regime and hints Hon. McKigzie Bowall to take premier role. Sir Conries Tupper allegedly to assume that office.
A Bolivian minister plans to demand action after espionage involving stolen official papers. The secretary general allegedly sold documents abroad, prompting government scrutiny and potential diplomatic repercussions.
The third dance of a series by Calta Division Raigite of Petia is set for tomorrow evening at Wothwrell's fint on Facksun Street. Friends of the division are invited, with Ladinna Tittrondi tua prore mentioned in event notes.
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