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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1898
Page
3
A garbled OCR passage recounts a court scene with scattered names and phrases. It mentions a public event at a court house, references to a person named Cary and others, and hints at legal proceedings and impressions from the speaker. The text is severely distorted, offering few clear facts or outcomes.
A fragment from Grigsby Station in Gcutt county hints at a local wager or fundraiser involving a cottage organ. The text references a contest or event tied to Grigsby Station and community betting, with unclear details and names obscured by OCR errors.
In Grigsby Station Beatt County Kansas a dispute over buying an organ for school district celebrations has unsettled residents. The district board debated funding and voter approval, while an attorney advised that procurement requires a district vote and public notice. The issue centers on using funds for an organ and the governance of such a purchase.
From Washington comes word that a rear admiral has been assigned to duty today aboard the Vermont cruiser. Only 46 men have been activated so far to date, with about 1508 seamen visiting the Vermont since the results began last Monday.
Havana reports that the Autonomist party's central committee endorsed a plan seen as a confession of failure of autonomy. Gavin, a leading cabinet figure, proposed talks with insurgents outlining concessions not including independence, while Madrid doubts Autonomist authority and warns negotiations may be rejected. The Maine inquiry fuels anti-American sentiment among officials.
Washington report notes Mrs Fiarrlet Adams of this city, mother of J.T. Adams, a coal passer who perished on the Maine, filing for a pension. This marks the first pension claim filed in connection with the disaster and loss of life aboard the vessel.
Havana February 25 The United States girthouse tender Mangrove remains in harbor with naval cutter crew slated to depart for Key West tonight or tomorrow morning The Merritt Chapman derrick and wrecking company’s Riche Arm at work removing wreck parts ahead of northbound st IR lines and wreckers Divers from the Net and the Eight Arm stay on site until Mangrove departs The Ferto will be the only US vessel left in harbor The public awaits crucial developments and a card will be required for admission A warm shower occurred this evening with temperatures set to rise
Passengers aboard the steamship Concho, just in from Havana, recount seeing the Maine wreckage and its terrifying power. Buzzards circled the hulk while Spanish officers offered no aid and even appeared to savor the American misfortune, with some Spaniards shaking fists at the fog shrouding the half-masted flag.
New York February 3 a thousand representatives gathered at the Metropolitan. The article details benefit boxes priced at 300 pounds each, with various names mentioned and references to losses and protection of American life and property.
Philadelphia Feb 22 United States cruiser Minneapolis was successfully taken out of the dry dock at League Island navy yard yesterday afternoon watched by about a thousand. The ship had been in dry dock since December to avoid river ice and to receive repairs. The Saratoga will be placed in dry dock for repairs amid reports of yard activity. The receiving ship Richmond sees few applicants for enlistment as civil war era vessels linger in reserve.
Captain Bigshee in Washington issues a warning about hazards from wreckage found in Maine waters. The communication notes danger to divers and mariners, urging caution and scrutiny of salvage sites as investigations continue.
The fragment discusses aftermath duties for a wreck in the tropics. It mentions disinfecting the Union States area and handling bedding clothing and equipment. Chaplain Chan-Wide is praised for conduct regarding remains and relatives.
Washington reports rumors of discoveries in the Bain wreck were unfounded. Secretary Commins stated the navy department knows nothing more about the wreck’s cause than it did minutes after the first dispatch. He denied Captain Crowninsfield’s Cuba trip and said he had been with his boy on matters unrelated to the case.
Commander Cosgrove wired from Boston to Portland reporting to signals quartermaster John Dennis that an internal explosion aboard the Maing is unlikely given current discipline. Afr. Dentin has completed twenty years of service and was on vacation in Portland. Dennis doubts any explosion occurred.
Wharfmaster Robert Schmidt received a War Department telegram from Washington requesting details on arriving and departing boats. The message asks for home ports, company names, tonnage, passenger capacity, freight rates, and passenger rates for all boats entering the harbor.
A Madrid correspondent of the Standard argues Spain will not consent to a Cuban offer. He warns the monarchy would face a strong popular and military backlash. He notes the proposed price would not nearly cover the Cuban debt held by Spaniards.
New Haven Conn Feb 10 In response to orders from the secretary of the navy Commander Buckland who commands the naval battalion of Connecticut was summoned to Washington last night The dispatch states Buckland of the Wyandotte will report to the navy department at Washington on Friday The purpose is not yet clear but it is believed he may receive instructions to ready his unit for service at short notice
Atlanta February report notes unprecedented activity at Pt McPherson with troops secretly preparing to move to Key West on short notice, signaling heightened wartime readiness.
The stir at the fort stems from General Merritt’s arrival as Col. Cook and railroad officials discuss rapid transport options to Florida within a night. Officers deny imminent movement while noting increased munitions and many prepare personal affairs in expectation of orders. Merritt says his visit is routine inspection, not a warlike move.
Representative Boutelle of Maine, chair of the naval affairs committee, introduces a relief bill modeled on earlier acts. It provides 12 months sea pay to widows and eligible kin, with priority to parents or siblings if no direct heirs, and preserves existing allotments for three months. Claims must be filed within two years, and funds cover Arlington burial when practical, with remains potentially moved home at government expense.
The Strathigon captain attempted to land at Sandy Hook to reach the telegraph office but was barred by Col. Ludlow the day’s orders require written permission. The steerage vessel waits in the lower Day awaiting further orders as officials enforce landings at Sandy Hook.
Norfolk Va Feb 25 The rumor that the government is securing railway company estimates of troop and munitions movement capacity between Atlantic and Gulf ports and the interior is officially denied by Vice President St John of the Seaboard Line His road was named in the report He said he was ignorant of any such war department move and knew nothing of contracts to move troops.
Reports from Port Tampa describe the U S cruiser Montgomery staying aboard at the coal decks while taking on coal and awaiting orders to proceed to Key West. A revenue cutter Forward and the Olivette steamship with passengers from Tampa tied up, amid rumors of war, as officials denied unrest and urged calm.
Sioux Falls reports Col. Sheet commanding officer of the South Dakota National Guard recruiting a unit of cowboys for fire service. He says these men are hardy and inured to hardship, having fought Spaniards and endured tough campaigns.
Madrid reports the Spanish Government has ordered a cruiser of moderate size and power and will begin assembling a second in Cadiz dockyard. The ship measures 259 feet long with a 26 foot beam and 2,000 tons displacement, features heavy armor, four 5.6 inch rapid fire rifles, four 4 inch rapid fire rifles, four 23 mm Nardenfelt rapid fire rifles, and torpedo tubes. The projected speed is 20 knots on patrol.
A lengthy, fractured Topeka column reports a trolley breakdown on the Metropolitan Street Railway near Eighth Street and Woodland Avenue causing crowding and delays. It mentions local officials reacting, various community notices, upcoming concerts, lectures, and civic concerns with scattered names and places.
Mr Teeth of 325 W Pearl St Mahamene was near death from consumption with ulcerated collapse. A doctor warned of imminent death as he wasted away. He used Brazilian Hales under medical advice, then dismissed the doctor and recovered completely by February, gaining weight and strength beyond his life’s peak.
A heavily garbled note touts a Brazilian Balm as an opiate-free remedy that allegedly stimulates the lungs and restores health after disease. The text references a Topeka broker and vague medical claims with dramatic health implications.
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