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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1902
Page
1
Detected dispatches show Britain pressing for arbitration of the Venezuelan dispute with Germany preparing an answer to be sent to Washington. Reports from London note Germany’s reply will state that arbitration remains the aim, while Britain seeks an arrangement that preserves the rights of the powers. London commentary also covers American objections to certain shipping movements and Belgian-German tensions amid the Venezuela crisis.
London and Berlin allied with Washington observers discuss changes among ambassadors in Washington. The cabinet confirms Mace's steps and outlines future plans while signaling openness to arbitration regarding Venezuela tensions.
Paris maintains a position on claims dating to the Castro era, distinguishing between earlier and later claims. France says post 1959 claims should be adjusted by its Caracas mission and Venezuelan ministers, with favorable treatment akin to Britain and other nations. It adds no immediate public action against Venezuela.
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Lopaz Baratt forwards President Castro signed document naming Bowen sole Venezuelan representative for settlement talks. Bowen may act without reminder to protect Venezuela’s interests. Washington notified. Outcomes hinge on Britain and Germany replies and potential arbitration. Bowen to depart La Guaira for New York aboard Caracas. no talks in Venezuela.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey’s principal battle fleet will rendezvous near the Venezuela coast and St Thomas near Porto Rico. The North Atlantic squadron under Admiral Higginson will command the battleship fleet at Trinidad, with Rear Admiral Sumner leading the South Atlantic squadron from his flagship. European squadron under Rear Admiral Crowninshield will join at St Thomas. The fleet will be aided by cruiser Mayflower and other units, with ships now at Arbors and Cube deployments noted.
Worthington December article discusses a declared blockade of Venezuela described as a war measure rather than a pure naval blockade. It notes neutral stance by the United States, ongoing allied intentions, and possible formal declarations to follow, with ongoing negotiations and political maneuvers shaping final action.
Judge W C Hook at Leavenworth upheld Referee Switzer’s findings in the Dana Whiting civil suit against Topeka Water Co. over a runaway caused by hydrant noise. Original awards of 4450 and 603.25 grew to about 19000 with interest. Mrs. Dana and Mrs. Whiting’s deaths and injuries were tied to a ten year old incident near Fourteenth and Western. The case arose after the water system noise allegedly frightened a horse and led to a deadly chase that injured Grace Whiting and Mrs. Dana’s mother, Catherine Whiting. The water company’s receivership and federal proceedings complicated the payouts. Attorneys are listed as Clana Waters, Dana, Rosainiewun, Smith & Fisted for the plaintiffs. Water Company representatives for the defendants.
The Wells Fargo Company announces a ten percent pay increase for about 3,000 employees in the Central department based in Kansas City. The raise, effective from December, comes after a report from the San Francisco president's office.
Peter Epp, Brooklyn-born veteran who served in the Philippines with General Funston, sues McCluskey of Brooklyn seeking a government pension. He claims injury and kidney trouble from service, while alleging others who served with Funston were denied pensions, and notes a 19th century discharge and later unemployment.
Washington reports a senate committee favoring a bill to compensate letter carriers in Kansas for overtime work beyond eight hours daily under the eight hour law enacted in 1885. Kansas carriers claim several thousand dollars. appeals arose after many abandoned court actions when told the post office would address claims.
The commission questioned wage statement accuracy for two Pennsylvania Coal Co. workers. Chairman Gray and General Manager said the company must prove who shared in earnings or risk eroding trust. A non-union man’s home was attacked, his wife assaulted, and boycott lists were submitted by union opponents.
Louisville chiefness man Whaynie was found dead with a breast wound near Jacobs Park. He held life insurance policies totaling about 390000 with 50100 more pending. Coroner will exhaustively investigate. an inquest is set for Saturday. A fence line found with a loaded shotgun and a cocked barrel on one side, while friends claim accidental discharge during fence climbing.
The report notes warmer weather paired with icy slush on roads and sidewalks. It mentions near record highs in some areas and unusually cold spots elsewhere, with isolated bursts of sleet and snow possible tonight into Saturday.
New York newsboys report Cornelius Vanderbilt in a very grave condition after a difficult night. Doctors Flint Janeway Brown and Delafield held a consultation, each noting there is hope though the patient remains very ill. Reginald Vanderbilt and Miss Nelson visited, Vanderbilt leaving a card and Miss Nelson staying in the carriage.
Amid a swirl of political maneuvering, Harris’ chances rise as the state considers a seven member commission to oversee canal projects. The lineup includes civil engineers with Duncan of Arkansas likely among appointees. Republican tensions surface over who leads the effort, with calls for stricter measures on game and outsider migration.
A irregular notice reports Profresar Miner, once a tractor operator at the Hunean Halirondated Telemann School, fled with tuition funds and forged checks. He is to be arrested in Chicago this afternoon as investigators link him to advance tuition schemes. A separate note mentions a December quake near Petersburg causing nearly 1,000 deaths and widespread destruction.
St. Petersburg reports the czar has pardoned fifty nine students banished for rioting, adding to sixty two previously pardoned. The amnesty allows their return from Siberia with supervision by families and local surroundings to aid reintegration.
San Francisco reports a second wreck of the Santa Fe freight slip at China Fravit due to shifting sea wall foundations. Damages from the latest incident are not yet estimated. earlier damage was about 590,000, with contractors B Lantey & Sons of Strong City Kansas said to bear responsibility. A favorable report on the department of suffrage bill was ordered by the House interstate commerce committee in Washington, with the labor bureau provision retained in the measure.
London dispatch reports Colonel Arthur Lynch member of parliament and alleged commander of the Irish Brigade in the South African war has been returned for trial on a treason charge. The grand jury convened and handed in a bill against him with Chief Justice Buron Alveston presiding.
Taylor Miller of Selina calls county leaders to convene local business men to pick 1–5 reps for a state convention at Salina to push railroad legislation. He proposes county meetings to invite state legislators and ensure votes for the measure, funded by county funds. A contest board in Tickinnon county counts ballots marked with an X after Ni fon.
In Freehold Ndi Mee19 Dr Hendricks is cited by witnesses in a trial over M Bennett s estate. J J McNulty and Attorney Waterson visited Miss Wheat at Hayran sanitarium to discuss probate and whether she should be listed as better or as a common law wife. Witnesses recount efforts to prove the will and the parties involved in hiring a Pittsburgh detective to probe the alleged plot.
Washington debate on tariff reform targets Philippine imports from 15 percent under the Dingley rate. Lawmakers maneuver over a new free trade proposal as a record vote follows. A few Democrats join opposition, but the party largely lines up to support or reject the measure.
In St Louis the 12th J. W. Barringer a 51 year old civil engineer employed by the Tout Memphis Southwestern fallway was stabbed to death Tuesday by M Morton at the Granite building. Morton, arrested, denied motive. Demperatures and financial notes follow from Chicago and other cities.
New waistings arrived by express including Corduroywhite and cardinal Croom Wools in Albatros Bedford Cord Serge and other desirable weaves. Thin Black Goods all wool and part silk. Tomorrow replenish wardrobe with Hosiery Underwear and Gloves. Tea room open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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