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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1898
Page
7
Chicago dispatch reports a race to haul the transcontinental mail from Chicago to Omaha. The Burlington and the Chicago Northwestern push rival fast mail trains with 19x26 inch drivers aiming to cover 42 miles in about 1 hour 15 minutes, seeking a government contract to run the route.
Independence December 17 a suit has been started in district court by Hates Watts of Coffeyville against the Missouri Pacific railway for $15 000 in damages for personal injuries. The complaint alleges that on May 23 while waiting near a switch engine with Charles Richardson 15 and Ahoyd Richardson 4 they stopped and the engine and car followed along the track frightening their horse and causing damage.
The recording notes a civil action seeking $15,000 in damages for a woman allegedly struck during a party upset after an embankment collapse. Plaintiffs claim skull fracture and head injuries, with medical costs and lost services totaling $32,000, including additional cases for Lloyd Richardson and his wife. Rail and train notes follow, detailing Santa Fe operations, personnel changes, and upcoming equipment upgrades.
Charlie Anderson, well known to the Wellington community, is promoted from local wartert TM operator duties after a Topeka consult with the general superintendent. He will move to Topeka as a Wood man Kneene to fill the Wellington job, with a monthly raise of $15.
In Cleveland a 26 year old wife Winnie Kesrary was found badly burned after an explosion at their home. Police say laborer Sarney Kearney returned intoxicated and attacked her, then the lamp burst. Kearney was arrested.
Rome dispatch says a conference on Nicholas II disarmament proposals will be held in St Petersburg early next May. Russia will submit a concrete plan to the powers before the talks, while additional counter suggestions may be considered. A separate report mentions Christmas services and travel notices to Philadelphia and New York, with train schedules from St Louis Union Station.
Milwaukee physicians report a striking case where hypnotism restored a girl named Mira Tony Troichett to awareness after five months of trance. Her condition, once unresponsive and fed by force, began to improve under guarded hypnotic treatment as doctors work to strengthen her will and end the long trance.
Washington December 11 Senator Frye discussed peace negotiations and U S relations with Spain. He rejected reports that powers except England opposed the United States and warned against any diplomatic friction after ratification. He suggested restoring harmony and cautioned that Spain might not adopt unfriendly terms. He noted proposals for new treaties to suit present conditions and emphasized focus on cordial relations post treaty. This excerpt ends with an advertisement noting One Minute Cough Cure.
Asbury Park December reports Kid McCoy following a new system to prepare for the Sharkey fight. His routine centers on a strict daily schedule with partner Homer Dee Payne and Dan Reilly supervising arduous outdoor work, then boxing drills, chest and abdominal training, and a special medicine regimen from David J. Blanchard of Boston. Diet emphasizes cooked meals under supervision, with meat, fruit, and vegetables from New York. the aim is to strengthen nerves and weight without hindering activity.
Washington reports the administration advancing steps to safeguard American interests in the Philippine city of Iloilo on Panay island. General Otis dispatches two regiments and artillery to Iloilo, and Admiral Dewey orders the cruiser Baltimore toward the area as a precautionary expedition. The action, not officially confirmed, aims to quell lawlessness and support allied forces amid unrest.
Washington reports the first American production of the Paris hit Season at Lafayette Square Theater last night. Mrs. Carter, praised for her portrayal of the heroine, received six curtain calls as diplomat guests and Belasco himself lauded the performance. The French drama, an unconventional love story, centers on Phug the street girl who becomes an actress and strives to protect the home she loves.
New York dispatch reports General F Greene will resign his army commission on Wednesday after arriving at a large home late at night.
Aileen Kennagh helps the injured heir of Eyre Hall as Mark Lenham contends with past affection and a future tied to Eyre’s heir. Lucilla Jones, a new rival, tests old ties while the household eyes a marriage to Eyre’s heir and Aileen’s return to the hall.
Mrs Burnett, arrested on alleged torture charges, escaped officers on Tyler Street as they tried to detain her carriage pursuit. She fled for several blocks before a wagon overtook, was recaptured, and jailed in the county jail. Trial set for Friday at 2. County authorities urge perjury and false swearing prosecutions.
The fifty seven members of Frank Daniels' company were treated to a surprise Christmas dinner at the Coates House in Kansas City after a performance. Kirk Levelle, owner, ordered the meal and sent a holiday greeting read aloud before service. The feast began at 11:30 with the decor arranged as a horseshoe and Mr. Daniels seated in the head chair. The last toast rang into the small hours of the morning. Director of Agriculture Chicago Dec 27. Commissioner General Beck mapped Charla Rhenras Dodge of New York director of Agriculture of the American exhibit at the Paris expedition.
A compact advertisement listing sale items including livestock, real estate, and exchange offers. Mentions Ragland Kansas and a local real estate agent. Includes scattered notes about plates cases and unrelated items in a single classified snippet.
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