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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1897

Page

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Sen Morgan Sees Spain and Cuban Tangles in Senate

In a heated debate Senator Morgan blasts the Spain Cuba policy, accusing opponents of delay to shield a political bargain. He cites the alleged pardon link to the White House and warns of mounting tension as Spain and the United States navigate their positions over the Cuban uprising.

Senate Deelerdas Mersin South Big Herth Spain White House Jayoue Crown of United States Aaenaich Alvusine

Cuban War Reports From Havana Frontier Battles

A Havana dispatch reports continued fighting on Weyler’s march through Santa Clara with Cuban patriots scoring several victories. General Leora’s forces halted a Spanish advance, then retook the line after fresh Cuban battalions charged the Spaniards, inflicting heavy losses. Captain John Ling of Jacksonville led a company in the action, with Spanish officers attributing the defeat to the terrain. Casualties cited include 47 Spaniards killed and more than 109 wounded brought to Havanna.

Chicago Trine Havana Key West Santa Ctorm Hatte Cemiza Weyler Calmbazis Catalsuat Leen Gomes Woerler Santa Clara Centra Leura Ohweole Teco Leevra John Ling Anim Fuan Frm Jacksonville Uni Verriichsky Cork Xan Linn

Disputed Cabinet Debate Shrouded by Leaks and Death

Fragmentary report claims Premier Capotes Del Castite chaired a cabinet session while notes suggest a prisoner death in custody. Rumors of beating surface alongside an imperial inquiry and questions over prison conditions and state responsibility.

Madria Senor Capotes del Arein

Dauntless Cut the Vesuvius Runaway Incident

A damaged archival report recounts the Dauntless cutting away from a dock near the Vesuvius in a January river incident. No serious injuries are noted, though one crew member, Hecing Shel Clint, is mentioned in a fragmented account. The oblique piece also records the death of A Fuller in Tecumseh, and funeral details for local residents.

Dauntless Vesuvius

First Presbyterian Church selects Rev. J D Countermine

The First Presbyterian Church of Tepelat announces Rev. J D Countermine of Beatrice as pastor designatee. The selection committee and likely congregation ratification are noted as unanimous, with Countermine arriving for a trial sermon and previously serving Albany New York and Beatrice postings.

First Presbyterian Church J.D. Countermine Beatrice First Presbyterian Church of Tepelat J. D. Countermine Net Countermine Counterming Topeka Larimer Battrive Albany N. Y Beatrive Countermins J.B. Larimer M. M Miller Mra John- Han Thomas Hikcomb Martindale Hueton Wow

Diagonal Walks Planned by State Architect

The state architect is to prepare specifications for diagonal walks on the State house grounds. The plan, authorized by a colonel's resolution, will be considered at the next council meeting. Officers favor the new walks and will install them when weather permits, noting the current issue of omitting diagonal walks.

State House

Col McCook Declines Interior Portfolio Offer

New York February 27 The Commerce Advertiser reports Col John J McCook will not join the next presidential cabinet He declined the offer to become secretary of the interior preferring other cabinet roles The article notes McCook would have been attractive for the attorney general post and refused to discuss the matter with reporters

New York The Commerce Advertiser John J. Metoow Col McCook Genutor-tlect Platt Col. McGook Department of Jusnce Col. McCook McKinley Judge MecKetos Associated Press

The Silver Republicans Vote at Primaries Debate

A liberal resolution lets silver Republicans vote in the primaries in Topeka Kansas. The measure was adopted amid strong support and opposition from party factions. The central committee calls for voters who backed the Republican ticket to participate in the March 28 primary to nominate university candidates, with rules guiding participation in the April election.

Inet Prisnree Pha Albben Tor Jaen Kansas Cits Central Corm Tupela To- Velini Mackie Nmination Tewatiieanm Toyoka Owho Tay Dielane Iyeructuate

Appointment of Labor Commissioner and aides detailed

Governor Levay names W A Johnson of Kansas City Kansas as Labor Commissioner with WG Bink and Walter Hol comb of Wisconsin as assistant labor commissioners. E Bizelow announced the slurry of appointments, with both commissioner and aides to receive $1,000 per year.

W. Ayan Johnson Kansas City Kan Levay Te Surcedt WG. Bink Walter Holcomb Wi Tnesdo Sucreml E Bizelow Zipth Cader Ute Lave

Michael O'Neil Killed After Freight Train Accident

Michael O'Neil, a Rok island brakeman, died after being struck by a freight train near McFarland. He fell from a car at Santa Fe crossing, was crushed between cars, and died at Santa Fe hospital at 11 last night. He lived at Televia, was 42, and popular among road workers. Burial set for Belleville.

Michael O'Neil McFarland Santi Fe Hospital O'Neil Santa Fe Tetevia Rampine Belleville

Auditorium Bill Advances to Third Reading in Topeka

The Topeka auditorium bill moved to third reading amid debate. Proponent McKeever argued local benefits and new convention space, while opponents led by Seaton warned against tax burdens and city council powers. Crawford, opposing the bill, contends it benefits his theatre, not taxpayers, and critics say a larger venue would draw money and strangers to Topeka.

Topeka House Calvadar Bre McKenver Eaton Seaton J. BL. Crawfoot Capitol Bedraken Insane Asylum Reform School Journal McKeever C. G. Foster Latimer Faircbild Mte- Keever Taylor Wyandytte Mc-Keever la Topeka Bir la Crayeford Crawford Hamilton Hall Opera House Mankweer Cracyford Ain Agdturiam Holdlie Torsha Opera Biiser Mtr Opeke

State Historical Association Selects Officers Next Year

The state oratorical association held a meeting at Copeland Ottawa today. New officers were elected: President EH rer Ottawa University, Vice President F B Piundon Wesleyan cities. Salina Editors Get Os Easy. Pittsburg Feb 27 Alfred Reed proprietor and Walter Cristy political Editor of the Pittsboro Commercial Gazette were sentenced to pay fines for criminal libel in cases involving State Senators Magee and Flynn. Also notice of glassware ads from Ashdy Kansas avenue.

State Historical Association Lawrences Dorhied State Oratirical Association Copeland Ottawa Hilard Delvinton Cases University EH Rer Ottawa University F_b. Piundon Wesleyan Euties Salina Pitteburge Alfred Reed Walter Cristy Pittsboro Ciactte C. Ll. Magee Fiynn White

Hogeboom's Side on Santa Fe Hospital Affair

Dr. George W. Hogeboom returns from Las Vegas New Mexico after discharge and defends the Santa Fe hospital operation. He denies wrongdoing praising the hospital's design and services while detailing personnel roles and clarifying that no rival surgeons were intended to supplant any physician. Potential successor named as Dr. Munn or Dr. Yancy. decision awaits.

Santa Fe George W. Hogéboom Las Vegas New Mexico Hogeboom Varios Topeka Hospital Topeka Christ’ Hospital Jane Stormont Hospital Topeke Pilcher The Munn Yancy Bedalia Ato Yancy Jo Frey Santa Fe Railroad

Cleveland to Sail West Indies Cruise on Oneida Yacht

Grover Cleveland plans a cruise in the West Indies aboard the banker's yacht Oneida with E C Benedict. The party will depart in late March, stopping in the Cuban capital. The yacht has been moved from an Indian harbor to Tebo's dry dock in South Brooklyn for repair and painting.

Greenwich Corin Grover Cleveland E. ¢. Benedict West Indies Indian Harbor Tebo Brooklyn

Women Threaten Whip Attack on Deputy Nichols in Court

Deputy County Attorney Galen Nichols escaped a horse whip threat after the Kiernan boardinghouse faction stormed the courthouse. Mrs Kiernan the elder and two other women confronted Nichols with rawhide and cane whips, but Sheriff Kenley intervened and disarmed them, citing the need to protect reputations and order in the courtroom.

Galen Nichols Kepley Mr. Nichols Kiernan East Fourth Street Carlo Schultz Nichols Kiernan Place Kiernans Sherif’ Kenley Abe Eternas Ionins Sherif Képleyie Wie Situsation

Wholesale-arrests in Lexington over election laws

A Lexington dispatch reports multiple arrests in Kentucky over alleged election law violations. The item notes U S Deputy Maria Tucker arriving from Louisville amid a tense atmosphere as police and Democratic supporters move to handle the case.

Lexington Toylaville Timen United States Maria Tucker Louleiilew Feary

Mullan Phy Bank Closes in Chicago Liabilities Hit 800000

Chicago Feb 27 The Willoughby Hill Co clothing firm confessed insolvency in circuit court for 81611 in favor of Fort Dearborn National Bank. Assets about 10000 liabilities 200000, a family owned business long in Chicago retail trade. The case stems from Rochester interests and stockholders of Willoughby Hill.

Chicago Willoughby Hill & Co Fort Dearborn National Bank Stet Brock Company Clothing Manufacturers of Rochester Hill New York Sai HH Tss Willoughby Wohl Wusibewe Wissom Hein Mochester Wysitoughery Tharkswater Mailivon Clark Street

Mullanphy Bank Fails In St Louis After Run

St Louis Savings Bank closed by state bank examiner C O Austin after a customer run. Liabilities listed at 806 099 with 40 000 in certificates of deposit and 561 703 in wills receivable. Continental National Bank cut clearing, triggering the failure and sparking depositor indignation.

Mullanphy Bank St Louis Savings Bank St. Louis Mullanphy Savings Bank Continental National Bank Clearlme House Association Savings Austin Tall Continental National Clearing Mouse Association Austin Tei Schwart Bros. Commission Company Tlevater Mullany Bank United States Internal Revenue Department Bond Euseher John Woltman Continental Bank

Michigamme on Fire Threatens Doomed Town

A blaze in Ishpeming on February 27 endangers Michigamme as fire consumes the upper story of C F Sunderstrom's store on Main Street and damages adjoining properties. Fire department and out-of-town help rush with a hand engine and 2,000 feet of hose to battle the spread from the wind driven blaze. Local businesses HT Atkirson and Peterson Hall are at risk, with nearby structures potentially lost.

Ishpeming C.F. Sunderstrom Steet HT. _Atkirson Peterson & Hall Peterson

Santa Fe's Gulf Outlet Road Aims to Sabine Pass

Beaumont, Tex Feb 27 petitions seek legislature approval to sell the Texas Louisiana & Eastern to Santa Fe. Santa Fe plans to build to Beaumont if it may buy the Conroe road, extending about thirty miles east from Conroe to Beaumont and possibly to Sabine Pass, with completion in six months pending sale confirmation.

Santa Fe’s Gulf Outlet Sabine Pass Beaumont Tex Pass Dill Texas, Louisiana & Eastern Santa Fe Conroe Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Southern Pacific Texas Here Sabine Lake

Tragic Inmate Jumps From Hospital Window

Mrs. Alex McKinzie, an inmate at Christ hospital, leaped from a second story window and died an hour and a half later from injuries. She had cut her throat with a rag three weeks earlier and was kept alive until today when Dr. McClintock witnessed the fatal fall.

Alex McKinzie Christ Hospital McKinzie Cottonwood Falls McClintock

George May Abdicate Over Crete Crisis

Paris reports suggest King George may abdicate in favor of Crown Prince Constantine if Greek troops evacuate Crete. A London Athens cable notes papal mediation talks begin as Moslems rally in Crete amid Turkish pressure. The Greek steamer Thesus resupplies Pintania, then ferries 12 prisoners to Suda Bay after a skirmish at Draponia.

Crete Paris Europe George Constantine Sparta Sophia William Germany New York Herald London Athens Greece Thiecy Thesus Pintania Shy Draponia Suda Bay

Sherman Favors Action on Cuba Policy

Dex Moines Indiana February 71 Major Hart Sherman brother of John Sherman at Ohio reports the incoming secretary of state favors immediate steps to protect American citizens in Cuba. He criticizes the present administration for inaction and favors sending a battleship to Cuba at once without provoking war with Spain.

Dex Moines Hart Sherman John Sherman Ohio Son Cuba Spain

Officer Watts Catch Ends Freight Theft Ring

Special Officer S Watts of Rock Island caught a gang stealing merchandise from freight cars en route from Kansas City to Lawrence. He followed suspects in Kansas City yards, broke a door seal, and saw thieves toss goods from the train before arresting them near Bonner Springs. About 50 worth of items missing. police recover sugar, clocks, tobacco and other goods. two women held for warrant-backed arrest.

Bonner Sprines Watts Clark Lawrence Kansas City

Impeachment Demands Against Judge Hazen Viewed by Legislators

Old dispute fuels filing by F G Hentig with Representative Rutledge seeking removal of Judge Hazen of Shawnee County District Court. The petition accuses Hazen of intoxicating conduct, bias in juries, and improper rulings, detailing prior committee actions, venue changes, and a broad list of witnesses.

F. G. Hentig Hazen Shawnee County District Court Jose of Hentig Sommittee Finene Hentiz Tentif Haken Heatie Orm Ormey Duinauger Stest Sheri Wikermo

Cotton Mills Curtail Production Amid Market Push

Providence manufacturers direct curtailment at Wottingham, Waukegan, and Lockwood mills with none in the New England print cloth pact. The move aims to steady the market, timing unclear, likely starting soon. Also noted, Denver reports Masterson bribery probe delayed attendance and D. Alexander announces candidacy for justice of the peace.

Ee Providence Fehr Wottingham Waukegan Lockwood Company Danisleon Providence New England Mont

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