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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1899

Page

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Ladysmith Siege Raised as Generals Enter Town

The report claims General Buller and General Clery entered Ladysmith and raised the siege after securing 10,000 of the besieging force. The British War Office doubted the account while Winston Churchill was said to have escaped captivity. A chaotic Pretoria dispatch noted heavy casualties and multiple officer losses in the fighting near Estcourt and surrounding areas.

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Greatly Worried Feeling In Eng and Amounts Almost to Panic

New York dispatch reports widespread concern and rising costs as officials face financial strain. Readers describe anxiety over prices, shortages, and looming penalties amid uncertain economic conditions.

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Smallpox Crisis Sparks Urgent Quarantine Measures in Kansas City

The Star reports Kansas City authorities confront a growing smallpox outbreak. Dr. Coffin urges rapid hospital construction, estimating a $5000 facility needed, while current quarantine costs exceed $20 daily per household. Two new cases arrive as authorities scramble to contain spread.

Kansas City Coffin Quaarantine Abe Cubsider Doder Maatery Nevin Orbsthal Parsons

DILLARD'S SUCCESSOR ON DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE NAMED

An article notes the appointment of a Kansas City municipal chair and other leaders to the Democratic Executive Committee in a state party reshuffle. The piece lists individuals including J Meek, a municipal chair, and other state party figures as part of the new lineup and notes ensuing political activities.

Kansas City Mun J. Meek Lave Nierenwal

Inter est in Advance Fifty Million for Bonds and Trains Wreck

Reported moves to anticipat e the January issue of United Hie bonds involve an advance of 85 5 00 000. A Jersey Central train wreck near Laurness last night injures several passengers. The crash prompts fears of fire and raises concern over safety and repairs. Furniture prices rise thirty percent as manufacturers push costs higher. Officials in Columbus prepare to meet to discuss boosts in furniture prices and wage increases for workers.

Prices to Rise for Santeware Makers

Manufacturers of santenware in the Huenden region announced today they will raise prices. Exact percentage or figures to be determined in coming days as production and supply constraints are assessed.

Sexeiun Huenden

Sale of Zine Mines Jopito in Dee Loren

Fragmentary notice describes a mine sale involving Zine Mines Jopito and parties including Kanee Wiser and Bier re Kanee. Readable names hint at a transfer of mineral acres and bids or pricing terms. The fragment mentions Galen Rankan and Tem liveton in connection with the sale proceedings and evening events.

Jopito Minral CNH Skiliuna Galen Rankan

Mankate Road Fatality Report Incomplete

Unclear OCR text describes a fatality on Tick Island Road near Mankate. It mentions a person named Srikeman Fritchett killed with others involved and references a witness or bystander. Details are badly garbled, including times and surrounding actions. The article does not provide a clear location, cause, or official statements.

Srikeman Fritchett Privehevt & Brakensn Tick Island Mankate Pratt

Man Sentenced to Six Months in County Jail

Jullee Yoenen received a six months term for manslaughter in the third degree following a jury verdict. The court noted mitigating circumstances and the defendant’s prior peaceable conduct while expressing doubt about the verdict.

Jullee Hagen Tolay Skr Yoenen Yooman Yuerwa Youman Attutasye Haseun Yorman Yudmut Seddon Elostee Judes Reneagmablis Sears Sacksen Jefe Bremies David T. Dackson Welden David Javkeen Anil Webden Duke Jackson Ingumi Kent Revel Tournaerat Yoemon Mrr Yoerann Jullie John

Notable Confession Masks Appeal Motives in Shawnee County

Collins remained confined as Mr Yeoman stated he would accept the sentence and appeal would hurt the family. Tornen expressed that appealing would be costly and cause hardship, while acknowledging possible jury bias and remaining hopeful for a different verdict.

Collins Yeoman Minin Shawnee Shiel Mr. Tornen Toran

Trade Excursion Topeka-Wamego Returns Set For Wednesday

A committee announces an emulsion excursion on the Walon Pacific next Wednesday December 9 from Wamego to Topeka with return in the evening. Special round trip fares are posted from Bellevue St Marys Rossville Silver Lake and other points. Tickets go on sale at the station with single trip from Manhattan to Wamego and back via the popular train.

Walon Pacific Weemday Wamego Topeka Manhattan Bellevue St Marys Rossylle Bilver Lake Tonve Feleone St. Marys Hossville Sliver Lake Uekita Warenxo Tuewlay Merninstid Warrego Teave Wameso

Incoherent English Tactics Report of War Engagements

Fragmented and garbled OCR text describes English tactics and maneuvers in a war context. Mentions General Thom M. Anderson and various sorties, with unclear sequence and several distorted phrases about attacks, defense, and troop actions.

American Syndicate in Chicago Faces Legal and Fraud Claims

A garbled Chicago dispatch notes a group named American Syndicate involved in purchasing an asset from a Western company and facing internal disputes. The report mentions directors, principal officers, and protection of a crew amid investigations, with unclear details on charges or outcomes.

Chicago Hammond Tamun Amiprican Syndicatn al Stork Ie Haar Pure Tien Nauike Dieferenye

Grain weight checks and Kansas delegate actions

Weather indications show Kansas should expect fair, cold conditions through tonight and Friday with northerly winds. The Kansas delegation will report on the revival of a certain trade measure and discuss third quota alignment in the party's upcoming activities.

Semoun Kansas Spelen Batesa Fee Wilh Curtis Miki Arnie Annie Serge Wilten Hettey Eanney

Pension system favored by railroad execs and unions

President Ripley advocates a mutual insurance and pension plan for Santa Fe employees. He says workers over 70 who have 20 years service could retire with full pay, with the company funding via mutual insurance and employee cooperation. The idea hinges on employee demand and civil service style promotions, with potential rollout at Santa Fe shops and later expansion to other lines.

Santa Fe J. Iptey Uni Beri Wadt Mutual Insurance Ripley Ste Hiptes Syatvm Hipley Deleves Syetom Mt Cho Cichinslailns Peresentin Ore Mbt Futon New Mexico Lat Junta Midler Rtanouond San Francisco Taferyseon diMiculiver San Joaquin Vanes

Santa Fe Annual Meeting Approves Rail Acquisition

The Santa Fe stockholders meeting in Santa Fe approved the acquisition by purchase of multiple railroads including the Denver and Santa Fe Railway Wichita and Western Atlas Valley line and other lines such as the Hutchinson Southern and Sliver City North express. The action consolidates control over several western routes and related holdings under the Santa Fe umbrella.

Smeet Stockotellers Santa Fe New Today Cmetime Court of Directors Tolbourtar Midace FP. Walker Yeetd J%. Preiptey Victor Morawet Ditequins HW Aleman Dordt Somers Hayes William Roto Tivaais P Fowler Rawanka Gibbe Charles Gleed CK. Hilleles Als Jobes Alght Stockiollers Purchane Totowhir Denver Wid Santa Fe Railway Fuehy and Arkatsas Valley Mallroad Wichita & Western Railroad Company Bur- Maxare & Northwestern Railway HinwkWetl & Southern Railway Company

Stockholder Amendments Adopted At Meeting Involving Bridge Firms

The Sibley Bridge company and Mississippi River Railroad and Tell Bridge company approved amendments. Two changes adopted: notice of annual meetings now to be published 2 days before, instead of 5. The other allows directors to acquire or construct up to 200 miles of road per year without stockholder approval, increasing past limits. Directors were reelected: Thomas Fe Power, S. Gleed, and Victor Morawets, term expires today.

Sibley Bridge Company Mississippi River Railroad and Tell Bridge Company Lkwa We Company Stockholders’ Meeting Dtrentors Hush of Thie Lus Com Suny Bisalle Thomas Fe Powhler Chiriee S. Gleed Victor Morawets

Iron Ore Markets Show Turbulence Amid Global Shipments

In Lake Superior and Atlantic areas iron ore prices and contracts shift weekly as Western buyers and foreign ore sources adjust. Demand from shipyards, bridges, and construction drives activity, while increased shipments from Mediterranean ports and Newfoundland shape the market. Prices, futures, and production forecasts reflect a cautious but active iron trade landscape.

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Death by own action shocks La Salle brewer family

A wealthy La Salle brewer died by his own hand in a distressed moment. The brief obituary notes the man, his identity, and suggests temporary derangement as a factor in the tragedy. Local acquaintances reflect on the loss and its impact on the community.

la Salle la Bulle Asia Maaurhetatiog I Mu Radeon

Carter and Partners Surrender in River Arena Case

Fragmented OCR text indicates a legal or financial dispute involving Carter and partners, with names including Green, Gaynor, Wy n Gkenor, and references to an association in a river arena. The passage mentions a surrender and mentions a concerted defense, but many phrases are garbled, leaving uncertainty about dates or outcomes.

English Reverses and Later News Briefs

New York reports a death by own action from a fall on the fifth story amid domestic sorrow and Boer reverses as English fortunes wane. Philadelphia notes the Lafayette dollar coin minted to honor the monument, with fifty thousand pieces at two dollars each. Toronto mourns artist Lucius R. O'Brien, aged six, creator of notable works housed in Windsor Castle and elsewhere.

New York Dunia Weber Genalishmar Wee. Com Daniel Dkwe Nid Philadephia Lafayette Ald Lafayette Monument Parle United States O'Brien Toronto Lucius KR. O'Brien Windsor Castle Rie

Indian land treaty talks near Madison Ind

Delegation of Osage Indians from Oklahoma met with Secretary of the Interior in Washington to discuss land sales in Nebraska and a compromise over 4285,000 owed by Melington settlers. The agreement, reached years ago, covered decades of claims and proposed transfers with federal approval pending.

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