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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1898
Page
3
A fractured note describes a sentiment meeting where Hsts urged aligning with the Democrats rather than populists. It mentions the committee deciding not to instruct the executive committee to handle details and then adjourning.
Reports from Delaw are court notes describe the Botkin homicide trial with emphasis on testimony about arsenic in a candy, purchases of a kerchief tied to the poison, and witness identifications. Prosecution argues motive linked to divorce and remarriage plans as defense contends women’s defenses and police methods.
Report notes a Democratic gathering at Morel 14 with supper and refreshments, referencing last year's event and remarks by committee members. Attendees include J. Muck Love and others from the district party, with plans discussed for future gatherings and the event at the Thrust Bute yesterday afternoon.
The US hospital ship Bay State arrived from Santiago with Lieut Col O Maley and Lieut Weston to study British colonial military methods in Jamaica. They met the US consul and sought an interview with Sir Augustus Williams Dunton Hemmine, but colonial officials initially denied plans before granting support for the commission’s inquiry.
A dispatch from Bude Pest reports Lieutenant Gora Vor Mattivck Kezlovich sentenced to five years military imprisonment for forging the Austrian imperial crown princess Stephanie’s name. The narrative mentions a duel with Prince Pailin and ties to other European royalty, all set against a backdrop of a private lunatic asylum.
The Manila dispatch reports General Biller's expedition arrived at Tullo and that Spanish dead evacuated Saturday. The steamer Churued transferred Spanish forces to Mindanao. Rebels attacked trenches Monday, set up municipal government, guards placed on property, and five natives were shot to deter looting. A new Philippine cabinet was formed with Mabini as minister of war and foreign affairs, Araneta minister of interior, and Canung minister of public works.
London press reports penitent talks from Hong Kong urging careful action to avoid violence as Filipino natives lean toward American control. A commission could reveal loyalty and push for orderly government, while avoiding German and French influence.
Dispatch reports a new importalt Bubapartists conference was held in Mruseels with Baron Leke re elected president. The party line ends and the combat begins as supporters are thanked amid a garbled note about free button sewing at Peerless Steam Laundry.
Chicago December 23 Mayor Harrison backs municipal ownership of street railways in Illinois bill for the forty first general assembly. Committee report supports city control or purchase with compensation and broad home rule as key goals to curb state interference and extend urban powers.
Hapgood's Livery Stable owner George Hapgood reported a theft yesterday after a man named C Morris allegedly drove away a horse and gear. The horse was found on Kansas Avenue and the saddle bridle and blanket were recovered from a secondhand store. the owner demanded $20 before surrendering the items. The case was taken to Justice Guy's court amid efforts to recover the property and determine the thief's method.
New York December 29 Press reports state millionaire Jesse Hoyt agent in the Hoyt estate was removed from his home on West Seventy third Street and admitted to Bellevue Hospital’s alcoholic ward for the insane. The Hoyt family has long been prominent in the city and rail interests. His wife alleges he had been drinking and became violent threatening her and their children.
Graduates and undergraduates of the state Karma school held their reunion in the high school assembly after a lecture last evening. Mrs. Chas Harris led the vocal music with Prof J Will Butler and Miss Grace King among others. Prof Boyle conducted the audience singing of Jayhawker Sons. The unique song by President Taylor celebrates life in the Jayhawker state with verses about Jayhawker boys and girls and their warm home ties.
New York reports the incorporation of American Linked Oil at Trenton with capital of 23500000. Directors include Adrian H. Larkin A H Van Rant Francis Patton Jr Grant Notman Steredith Mare George B R Davidson and William M Phoenix with George I Davidson as president Arthur Wad Brunt as vice president and A H Larkin as secretary. Directors have sweeping power to alter by laws issue mortgages and dispose of company property without stockholder assent. The charter is described as highly comprehensive.
Articles of incorporation filed in Olympia Washington for the Port Angeles Hast ert railroad to build and equip a line from Port Angeles east to Junction City Jefferson County. Capital stock set at 500000 dollars, fifty year term. Trustees named William Martell Port Angeles John Lehman Chicago Arthur Shire Ellsworth Maine and Tiane C Atkinson Boston set to manage until May 1 1909.
Des Moines December address by State Superintendent Barrett outlines a platform for education. Key planks include a thorough system of legislative enactment to train teachers, district ownership of school books, equality in education, industrial exhibitions in each school, compulsory attendance, school inspectors, higher public oversight of high schools, and councils for care of distressed families.
Government reports Guam will likely be defended by colonials or US dependents rather than a military governor as the island serves to secure a conveniently located naval base for warships. Navy should hold exclusive control. Leland area hosts over 1,400 of European ancestry among a population surpassing 3,000.
The Supreme Court Clerk Ward uncovers possible carelessness and incompetence in state records with thousands of dollars at stake. Hundreds of documents crucial to major cases may be lost and unlikely to be replaced, affecting millions in value. Rescued by Spaniards details a separate maritime incident near Bermuda involving the Evie Reid crew.
New York reports Cornelius McGunney and ten others perished in a fast spreading fire that destroyed a two story brick and frame stable owned by Mrs James Brooks on West Fifty-fifth Street. McGunney was found sleeping in the loft when the blaze began.
New York dispatch describes a Manila sourced plan for meritorious naval promotions. The proposal favors generous rewards for conspicuous conduct, granting an additional count in rank, the highest pay of that grade, and retirement at the next higher rank. Promotions would advance others by increasing total numbers rather than delaying anyone.
Washington December negotiations progress on repayment of Cuban troops who served in the war for independence. Government may advance funds to cover soldiers until a permanent government is formed. No authority yet to pay. money would be a loan repayable later. President has not yet approved the arrangement.
Edward Kelly, well known Chicago saloonkeeper, was accidentally shot in his own bar after James Savage mocked a threatened gathering at Groveland Apartment building. Savage drew a revolver, warned it was loaded, and Kelly reportedly said it would not hurt a baby before the gun misfired into his left eye, killing him within minutes.
Short summary notes cashier Harry E of Colebrook National Bank arrested for misappropriation of funds over nearly three years. Overdrafts reported, portion of overdrafts repaid, bank internal controls questioned. Cashier to Lancaster for examination. Alaska Governor Brady to Washington to seek needed assistance after Cottage City arrival from Seattle.
A jumble of items reports Lieutenant Hobson, and Oliver Murton’s death. Phoebe Hearst buys a Jeanne d Arc bust for Washington museum. Rumors swirl about Mr. Cambon’s ambassadorial role and Vatican ties. Ich about James Tyson’s wealth, Hobart’s senate standing, and Governor Wolcott’s health. Remedies for rheumatism and skin disease flood ads.
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From Chicago to California limited service mention with Pullman cars and sleepers. References to dining car service and electric daily operations with names obscured. Partial data indicates three sleepers and seating arrangements aboard the California Limited train.
Last November James a painter from Indiana was near death from consumption. He lay wasting as his lungs failed and doctors lost hope. A Brazilian Balm relieved his cough, the doctor dismissed, and he recovered rapidly returning to work by February with stronger lungs and weight.
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