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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1899

Page

6

Pass for a family of twelve into American lines urged

Insurgent congress at Malolos seeks a pass through Ameri can lines for a family of twelve seeking refuge in American territory. Along the line, only minor shooting was reported near a railroad bridge at Culloocen, otherwise quiet as troops recover from recent hostilities. Casualty lists show several wounded, including Private Harry Fawk and Corporal Oscar Nels, with limited details from various units.

Mount United States O. B. Williaam Congress Malolos Mania Culoocen Bec Washington War Department Manila California Harry Fawk Ehenk Oscar Nels W. E. Caraish Allen Howard M Fotlanil Waenington Ratpie Winther

Army mail amendment debate slows as naval and railway bids move

Washington action on military and postal funding includes a military academy appropriation approval and a contested mail facility amendment. Senators recorded support and opposition as the bill for special mail routes between New York Washington and Atlanta New Orleans faced votes, with Strand Wolcott leading a push against some appropriations.

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Beef Court Aims at Secret Session on War Beef Inquiry

Washington Feb 17 The court of Inquiry to investigate the allocation of beef for the war with Spain met today in the room once used by the war investigation committee. The court adjourned to consider the preliminaries and outline the scope of the inquiry into beef quality furnished during the war.

Washington Spain Cnurt

LIFE IS LEFT Shocking Tale of a Woman Traveler in Thibet

A Telegram from Taroma reports Mrs Susan Rujtart and her husband, while traveling in Thibet, faced desertion by servants and refusal of aid, then attacked by natives. Robbers seized horses, guides were shot, and Mrs Hijohart’s baby died while her husband was murdered. The widow is now in Tachien Su, in peril and destitute.

Thibet Tarema Susan Rujtart Taroma Hijohart Tachien

Madrid cabinet plans to liberate Filipinos in Pacific

Paris London and Madrid dispatches report a cabinet council decision to free Filipinos deported to the Caroline and Ladrones to pressure Pinoys to release Evaniants prisoners. Louisville notes Barney Dreyfus elected president of the baseball club succeeding Harry Pullman. team begins spring training March 1 in Thomasville Ga. House vote 156 to 96 sustains chair on recommitment motion tied to Nicaragua canal bill.

Madrid Filpinow Caroline Ladrone Islands Havana Belog Mocepta Louieville Louisvillé Baseball Club Barney Dreyfus Harry C. Pullman Clu Pullman Thomasville Bird Nicaragua

Niagara Falls and Lewiston Railroad goes to receivership

The Niagara Falls and Lewiston Railroad company has gone into the hands of a receiver and will be reorganized. Listings include other bankruptcy notices and regional financial disturbances as reported from New York Boston and Vancouver with various dates.

New York Oid Buffalo Niagara Falls and Lewiston Railroad Company

Albert Berg In Peril In Minnesota Overdose Incident

Albert Berg, a Minnesota resident, suffered a fatal overdose from a chloral compound prescribed for medical care. The incident prompted state officials to respond as doctors and authorities investigated the circumstances surrounding the poisoning. The article notes Berg’s age and mentions involvement from the governor on related business matters.

Albert Berg Minnesota Washington Albert BS Tate Penlertay Bertutary Borg Governor Merfiat

Mrs Potts Lectures on Women Morality and Child Rearing

Dr Loveshore Potts spoke at Tier Inousry Thursday afternoon urging women to show moral reform in family life. She argued women should lead in child care and proper amusements, advocating modest attire and avoidance of fashionable dress that harms health. She planned to lecture again this afternoon and tomorrow in St Joe.

Loveshore-Potts Eiet Meir Tengih Phe Ely St Joe

Minds of Their Own. Santa Fe Shop Men Clash Over Brooks Allegations

Frank Ford of the First ward denounces insinuations that Santa Fe shop workers favor Brooks. Ford, a longtime Santa Fe shop employee, says workers are not swayed by political pressure. He cites fear of retaliation and insists the intelligent workforce will vote freely despite claims of shop foremen influencing ballots.

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Decide on Carter Chicago Republicans pick him for mayor

Chicago Republicans meet to choose candidate Carter for mayoral race. Secretary Robert Simon announced the selection after a party meeting at the convention hall. plan for a spring campaign and ward support noted.

Chicago Zing BR Cares Wells Campalen Ies Jit Party Mupur al Hardomrives Teckaurt Fenty Ward Robert WE Simon Wan Auth M Siitante Vetet Simon

Alaska Chamber Protests Carter Bill Changes in Jurisdiction

Juneau February 12 The Juneau Alaska chamber of commerce protests the Carter Alaska bill as it stands in Congress Telegrams will be sent to Washington urging suspension of all legislation until southeastern Alaska can be heard The main objection is the proposed relocation of United States district judges from Juneau to Chelsea Cheek Chry and Sitka

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House Majority Advances Against State Printer Elective

In a tense session the House defeated the initiative and referendum measure to submit a constitutional change by popular vote. Debate showcased partisan divides as supporters argued for executive control while opponents warned of press freedom risks and executive council power.

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Kansas Senate Halves Ag College Request To 125000

The senate ways and means committee approved 125000 in appropriations for the state agricultural college, cutting the main item from 75000 to one third. Critics say the college deserves more as the university has already received about 330000. The plan includes 35000 for a dairy endowment and 25000 for the dairy building. Kansas lags in agricultural education compared with New York Wisconsin and Minnesota which invest heavily in dairy schools institutes and farm experiments. The college is crowded and may need more space or be forced to turn students away.

Senate Ways In Means State Agricultural College Friends of the College State University Kansas New York Wisconsin Minnesota Farmers’ Institutes Kan- Sas Aericultural College Seciature Iself Ut Moue

Senate Passes Twine Bill For State Pen Factory

The senate approved a bill to establish a binding twine factory at the state penitentiary with a revolving fund of 190000 for raw materials. A state first sale preference and later open market to other states was adopted, bonds or time scrip to fund the venture, and profit sharing with convicts was rejected. The measure passed on a noon vote and the senate adjourned.

Senate Farrelly Crossan Forney

German Chancellor Extends Sympathy After French Leader's Death

Berlin February 17 The Imperial Chancellor Prince Ho​hnten​ohe opened the Reichstag with a tribute to President Favre noting France mourns a great magistrate and that Germany and the emperor share in sorrow for the loss. The Reichstag rose and applauded. Count von Ballistern praised the gesture as a show of sympathy from five members.

Berlin Prince Hohentohe Favre France Con Reichetag Count von Ballistrem Reichstar

Kaiser’s Sympathy Telegram to Madam Faure and Condolences

Paris reports all sovereigns sent condolences on President Faure’s death. Paris and provinces display flags at half mast. Emperor William telegraphed condolences to Madame Faure and ordered a wreath on the coffin and a representative at the funeral.

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Seven Supreme Judges House Recommends the Resolution

The house committee of the whole this morning took up a special order to amend the state constitution. Speaker Osborn designated the house as a committee of the whole and named Mr. Wright of Lyon to chair, with Spanos presenting the Judiciary committee’s proposal.

House Osborn Wright Lyon Spanos

State Bar backs seven Supreme Court justices plan

The State Bar association recommends increasing the number of supreme court judges to seven with little opposition and the motion to passage carrying nearly unanimously. Leavenworth joins Topeka and Atchison in seeking new courts as cities push justice reform amid a push to abolish justices of the peace in first class cities. Senator Stone bills a new Leavenworth county court showing a broader court expansion. Senator Andrews of Atchison County returns home on leave due to his mother in law’s illness.

Leavenworth Topeka Atchison Justices of the Peace Senate Stone Andrews Atchison County

Topeka Attornys Discuss Supreme Court Decision and Godard

In Topeka today, Attorney General Godard defends his opinion on not paying claims amid a Supreme Court ruling. He denies influence from others and cites caution, while lawyers debate legality and political implications. A Kansas attorney, G. C. Clemens, praises court independence and criticizes partisan bias.

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Senate Acts on Pasadena Mount Wilson Railway Right of Way

In Washington on February 17 the Senate passed a bill granting 9 miles of right of way through the San Gabriel forest reserve in California to the Pasadena and Mount Wilson Railway company. Senator Morgan of Alabama noted the death of President Faure and urged a Senate expression of sympathy to France, which led to a resolution urging the Vice President to convey condolences to the French government and people.

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Paris Chamber Adjourns After Faure Death Eulogy

The French Chamber of Deputies met at 2 PM with M. Deschanel presiding and reading Premier Dupuy's letter announcing President Faure's death and delivering a eulogy. A letter from M. Loubet noted Versailles would host the National Assembly next day. the house adjourned in mourning.

Paris Chamber of Deputies M. Deschanel Dupuy Faure Hwy Senate M. Loubet National Assembly Versailles

Wheat markets and city notices mix in Kansas papers

Fragmented OCR shows wheat market reports with prices and receipts alongside assorted notices. The page also lists rental ads, job requests, car and cheese mentions, and local business notes in a busy summon of market data and classified items.

McKinley Visits Massachusetts Legislature Opens Historic Caucus

Boston February 17 President McKinley and party arrived at the state house to a cheering assembly as Governor Wolcott welcomed him. He addressed the General Court on liberty and independence linking past founders to modern democracy. A separate note reports two Kansas City suspects arrested for illegal pawnshop activity under federal law, with bond set and preliminary hearing pending.

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Market report signals mixed grains and dairy shifts

Today’s market report notes cautious gains and selling pressure across commodities. Faure’s death sparks political speculation while New York and St Louis show mixed activity as corn and other grains adjust on liberal receipts and selling by loaders. Transportation and futures move with modest price recovery in corn and industrials, amid cautious investor sentiment.

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