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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1904

Page

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Battle at Yalu region pressure grows as forces mass

Dispatches report Chinese and Russian troops near the Yalu River with clashes expected near Wiju. John Bull withholds assent to Hay note, seeks status on China and Mog Fung. German hospitals offered for Betligerenth. Paris conference outcome uncertain amid calls for prompt action.

Fepan Uritauy Huy Drivnen Ambassii Potter Joe Htawl France Marmuria Russa

Russians Free Five Passengers From ArguN and Ekaterin

Five Russian passengers detained on the steamer Argun and one on the Ekaterin were released and allowed to continue to their destination. In Berlin, Kurino anticipated open door policy in the Far East and pledged to respect sovereignty of Korea and China if Japan prevailed, while stressing maintenance of open door policy. Admiral Skrydloff designated naval commander at Port Arthur. internal disturbances worsen in Chile and related provinces, raising fear of wider disorder.

Nagasaki Argun Ekater- Jnotlay Saaerbo Bilowed Japan New York M -Kurino St. Peterears Berlin Stockholm Tokio Kuring Joven Rusels Far East M. Kurino Admiral Skrydloff Admiral Starke Port Arthur

CheMulfo Disaster Not Yet Announced in St Petersburg

The St. Petersburg Gazette notes no official word on the Che Mulpo disaster, while rumors and printing press chatter claim funds, navy plans, and public spending debate. It calls for public input on how money should be allocated amid official inaction.

St. Petersburg St Petersburg Pen 18 Chemulpo Korey Vuriag Kornits Orley Davidott Philan

War news and diplomacy amid rapid developments

War operation pressures and diplomatic notes amid tensions with France and Japan. British steamer report from Port Arthur area, Russian explanations of war readiness, Red Cross donations, and Korea's neutral stance referenced. Dispatch notes Hughes to Channel front with ongoing exchanges and policy statements.

State Through Dewey Case Shows Strong Showing

In Norton Kansas February 18 the Dewey case featured L D Hotchkiss Cheyenne County attorney displaying a revolver taken from Burch Berry’s body with five Savage shells and a Winchester discharge. D M Saulman was arrested for perjury after a testimony shift, and details emerged on wounds to Burchard Berry Daniel Berry and Alpheus Berry. Sheriff Hubert Metollach and deputies testified their arrest of Dewey Wilson McBride and others included revolvers later surrendered in Colby to prevent mob violence.

Norton Kan L. D. Hotchkiss Cheyenne Burch Berry Hotchfive Beyen Winchester Alpheus Berry E. A. Young Cunningham Chas M. Suniroon Coleman Saulman Saulmon Matchkins General Colby Burchard B. Berry Daniel P. Berry Bareh Alpheus Byrd Alphens Hurch Werry Beach Berry McBride Burch Edwin Phillips Beach’ Berry Dmvey Stanchman Fo Te Dewey State Bee Hubert Metalloch Cheyenne County Colby MeBrits Wilkon

A Setback to Geology in Yale Science History

In New Haven the head of Yale geology, Professor Charles Beecher, has delayed the long hoped identification of thousands of valuable specimens once cataloged by Professor Daniel Marsh and stored at the Peabody museum. Marsh died before unpacking them, and Beecher’s death halted progress on the retrieval journey, stalling the original discovery.

New Haven Conuuw Charles Beecher Yale Daniel Marsh Gudd Peabody Museum Marsh Teecher Merah

Weathe e Forecast Amid Cold Spell Tonight

The region remains cold with overcast skies and a chance of rain later. Temperatures around 12 degrees were recorded this morning, with continued cold and cloudy conditions expected into tonight and the early hours before a gradual change.

Senate debate on extension for reconsideration votes

The Senate met today and extended the time for a motion to reconsider votes cast last Monday to Monday. A motion by Mr Hour to extend was adopted with no objection, for the sake of the bill awarding 150,000 to ex Queen Aleukatan, which would be reopened by reconsideration. Mr Tillman later entered a motion to reconsider, claiming friends of the TIFF viewed the earlier judgment as a snap decision, but the motion was not taken up. The body also adopted a joint resolution directing inquiry into the Wales Island Packing Company claim after the Alaska boundary decision, and a resolution requesting information on the Republic of Panama’s government and constitution, plus related Panama canal remarks by Mr Spooner. The senator defended the president against Attacks on his Panama policy, noting ongoing historical critique.

Washington Senate Billy Tillman Friends of Tiff Vcommerce and Labor Wales Attecks Panama

Woman Tracks Down Suspect in Bowery Murder Case

New York, Feb 18 After seven weeks of relentless search Mrs Kate Duffy of Brooklyn helped police arrest Charles Devine for the murder of her husband Richard Duffy on January 1 outside a Bowery resort. Devine had fled to Pittsburgh and was charged with murder after a struggle at a Bowery hotel.

New York Bowery Kate Duffy Frooklyn Mar Husbands Murdener Richard Duffy Bowery Resort Charles Devine Devine Dutty Ste Poliee Devuno Pittsburg Daffy Ife Lower East Side

Train collision near Kansas City injures several passengers

A westbound Kansas and Oklahoma passenger train rear collided with the California Limited near the city tower, causing injuries to an observation car passenger from Chicago and W Fowler of Kansas City. Fireman and others reported minor injuries. both trains resumed service after a brief delay.

Kansas City Kansas and Oklahoma Atchison, Topeka , Santa Fe California Limited City Tower Chicago W. Fowler Kanga City Rixpress Kendy Oklahone Santa Fe General Offices California Topeka Ryther

Burton Expected Back in Washington Tomorrow

Senator J R Burton is slated to return to Washington from St Louis, with the capital awaiting his arrival. The report notes Roosevelt may be urged to offer a reward to strong opponents of the race death by own action amid a chaotic Richmond scene. A malformed item references Robert Hall and a weight claim of 17 pounds for three girls, but details are unclear.

Senator Burton Washington J. R. Burton St Louis Richmond Ren Roosevelt Robert Hall W. B Hackney Cowley County

Funeral Train Bears Hanna Remains Amid Snow Storm

The remains of Senator Hanna arrive in Cleveland as crowds gather at depots. Gov Herrick staff joins at Salem and condolence is extended. The train proceeds via Pittsburgh Alliance and Ravenna with a snowbound crowd showing reverence. a freight collision at Granville delays the funeral procession.

Cleveland Gov. Herrick Salem Pittsburg Senator Hanna Union Station Alliance Hanna State Line Cleve George A. Garretson Altoona Pennsylvania Railroad Granville

Funeral rites for Senator Hanna set amid Cleveland mourning

In Cleveland on Friday no eulogies at St Pauls church will honor Senator Hanna as his funeral follows a ritual Episcopal service. A memorial meeting will be held Saturday at the chamber of commerce with addresses on his life. Banks close at noon, businesses suspend, streetcars halt for five minutes at 1 pm. Notables expected include Foraker, Taft, Wilson, Cortelyou, 150 state lawmakers, Governor Herrick, ex Governor Nash and others.

Cleveland Hanna St. Paul's Church Episcopal Church Chamber of Commerce Senator Hanna Senator Foraker Messrs Taft Wilson Cortelyou Senate House of Representatives Ohio State Columbus Herrick Nash

Durbin to Attend Hanna Memorial Funeral in Indianapolis

Indiana governor Durbin will attend the Hanna memorial funeral as the sole late executive from outside Ohio. Public and parochial schools will close Friday and Beetia Avenue Opera House performances are canceled. Hanna ownership and tribute are noted with Salvation Army memorial services planned in New York next Sunday at national headquarters led by Commander Booth-Tucker. Senator Hanna long supported the Salvation Army work.

Durbin Indianapolis Ohio Beetia Avenue Senayor Hanna Hanna Salvation Army New York Booth-Tucker

Easley to Attend Hanna Funeral in Cleveland

Ralph M. Easley secretary of the civic federation and 42 members will attend Senator Hanna's funeral in Cleveland Ohio leaving New York for the city. The lying in state will open 6 am at the chamber of commerce auditorium, a change to accommodate workers. A United Trades and Labor council meeting selected 20 craft representatives to take part. The family of the senator declined a large general outpouring.

New York Cleveland Hanna Ralph M. Easley Civiic Federation Chamber of Commerce United Trades and Labor Counell

Swensson Funeral in Bethany Auditorium Tuesday

Dr. Carl A. Swensson’s body will reach Lindsborg from Los Angeles Friday accompanied by Dr. Abrahamson of Chicago and Mayor Thorstenberg of Lindsborg. Service set for Tuesday in Bethany auditorium with 800 voice Messish chorus, pallbearers from Swedish Lutheran church, and Bethany faculty as honorary pallbearers.

Carl A. Swensson Lindsborg Los Angeles Abrahamson Chicago Thorstenberg Lindsboro Swensson Bethany Auditorium Bethany Railroands Polictx Kansas Norellua Minnesota Swedish Southern Synod of North America West Nelson Ernest Pikiblad Pikiblad

Lily White Republican state ticket adopted in New Orleans

The Lily White Republican convention in New Orleans adopted a race pure platform and endorsed Roosevelt. It nominated a full state ticket led by governor candidate W. J. Behan and listed J. A. Beatley, Pierce Philippe, E. Fitzgerald, Walter A. O Neil, and J. M. Machen among others. The convention mourned Senator Hanns and created a state central committee for campaigns.

New Orleans Pigro Roosevelt Hannt W. J. Behan J. A. Beatley Pierce Philippe E. Fitzgerald Walter A. O'Neil J. M. Machen Chicago

Dentist F M Sehnee Dies in His Office

Selina Kansas February 1 Dr F M Sehnee a dentist and pioneer Kansan was found dead in his office here today from apoplexy during the night Beason Price for Pickles Rock Falls Iowa February 18 Farmers plan 160 acres of cucumbers for pickle next summer contract price 50 cents per bushel for under four inches and 16 cents for larger sizes Ten cents for culls Prices offered to other localities Temperatures of Large Cities February 15 approximate morning readings New York 10 Boston 12 Philadelphia 12 Washington 14 Chicago 12 Cincinnati 32 St Louis 28

Selina Kan F. M. Sehnee Kanaan Bio Beason Rock Falls Chicago I. Am New York Boston Philadelphin Washington

Allen Gets Them Haversock Plan Abandoned In 1906 Row

Haversock supporters abandon bolt plans as H J Allen wins the Bourbon county convention decisively for congress in the Sevant district with 185 votes to 10. Hornaday leads state and congressional delegations. Wayne Kelly gains chatter for state treasurer and Burton forces face resistance in several senatorial districts with nominations in Colby Manhattan and other counties.

Bourbon County H. J. Allen Sevant Haversock Allen Vention Walter T T.T. Kelly Kelly

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