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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1899

Page

2

Americans Must Leave Cuba Or War Declared Says Prominent Cuban

Santiago de Cuba February 27 A U S transport Minnewaska will sail Tuesday with the Twenty third Kansas volunteers aboard The Rumasa will likely sail Thursday with the Eighth Minnesota The Third Immune regiments now at Matanzas will muster out and withdraw around March 15 leaving only three white volunteer detachments and one regiment of regulars for duty in the province General Wood reports a prominent Cuban official warned that if Americans do not depart by July Cuba would declare war The military governor emphasizes the talk has limited public effect and funds restrict new work in the department while Havana orders hamper progress and contractor activity

Santiago de Cuba United States Minnewaska Kansas Volunteers Rersasa Thurecey Minnals Lingmunes Immulnes Matanamo Rechard Wood Cuba St Louis Republic Dallow St Louis Alnad Godey Petersen Tito Sparatae

Alger in Said to Plan a New Treasury Raid

New York February 27 Journal Washington correspondent says Adger plans another raid on the Bathmal defects fund of 59000.00. He sought to gut ex Senator Edmunds fee for Carter case and to obtain funds for soldiers but was blocked by the comptroller. Secretary Alger asked if officials may be paid from the national defense fund with same mileage as army officers. Comptroller Tracewell refused to sanction the proposition. He said the president must take responsibility and issue an order to deduct the expense from the fund for approval.

Alger Treasury New York Washington Adgeer Edmunds Carter Colonial H. Curtis Cal ‘Atkins R.P. Kennedy National Defense Fund Tracewell Al@er cMeer Annapolis Hamera Ferry Wooster Custer Gen. Alger Wes War Department Santhigo Gen. Wheeler Gen. Alger Catlin William Clara Palm Beach Ermiline Emiline Sociatoy

Cause and treatment of heart disease linked to digestion

An advertising claim argues heart disease stems from weak digestion and stressed nerves. It promotes digestive tonics from F. A. Stuart Co. as a cure for stomach trouble, asserting regular use can cure stomach ailments except stomach cancer.

At & Eee F. A. Stuart Co

War Record of Alger from Army and Navy Journal 1898

The piece defends Mustell A. Alger secretary of war, detailing his Civil War service. It cites Sheridan, Kilpatrick, Custer, and others praising his gallantry, leadership of Michigan units, and acts at Booneville, Gettysburg, and in cavalry actions. It notes a late correction about his absence without leave and explains wartime leave practices.

Army and Navy Journal Mustell A. Alger Miser Cal Alger Alger Michigan Elis Booneville Sheridan Belt Custer Alcer Campaten Gordonsville Torbert Col. Alger Col Alger J. EB. Stuart Gen. Custer Kidd Army of the Potomac Kilpatrick Grant

Florida weather tragedy hits orange groves well told

A Winchester Democrat clipping transcribes a Florida postcard dated February 14 1599 from Robt Bowe to J Harry Allen. It recounts a sudden cold snap in Orlando dropping from 75 to 17 degrees and killing orange trees and pineapple crops while noting only the alligator survived.

Winchester Democrat J. Harry Allen Florida Orlando Fla Harry Forida Robt. Bowe

Panther terrorizes Ohio town in wild chase with child

Feb 27 report from Toledo states a panther was seen in Wyandotte county near Monongue hunting through streets and frightening residents. The sightings spanned weeks with authorities delaying pursuit.

Ohio Aoledo Duenggast Wysndutte

Panther terror grips village as child bitten and herd chased

Snowbound farmers report missing cattle and livestock despite tracks of a stringy mufmal. A small Samuel Hunt child was dragged from its parents home before a panther appeared on Main Street. The beast dropped its burden after panicked pursuit by hundreds, with only minor injuries reported.

Samuel Hunt Dolly

Tragic tale of a man torn by love and duty

A St Louis man marries a plain girl after a brief courtship then grows unhappy as his mind turns to a more intellectual wife. He resists temptation, rededicates to work, and plans travel with his wife, revealing the strain of growing apart despite outward success.

Reed Stirring The Women In Daughters Of The American Revolution

Washington Car Tribune reports a chaotic session as Speaker Reed stirs the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Sarah Hatch sought his view on officer eligibility under a new constitution article, prompting a lively, disorderly exchange with professors and delegates. Mrs. John N. Jewett presided, restoring order amid nominations and stage crowding.

Washington Chicago Tribune Sarah H. Hatch Speaker Reed Thomas B. Reed Sacison TB Kennedy Charles HH. Deare Sra Mra. Jewett Halph Emerson Rockford A. Pu

Damage-Injunction Suit Between Palins and Warfield

In the Forty fourth judicial district court, Will TL Morrie Mled a sensational suit against J B Warfield over alleged alienation of affection from Mr Mineris. The petition seeks to restrain Warfield from further influence over the woman and awards Morris $600 damages for injury. A hearing is set for the April term. sheriff to serve papers promptly. Warfield is accused of betraying friendship for over a year, with Mrs S Morrin possibly concealed at Warfield’s city residence to seek divorce so Morris can marry. Both men are connected to America now, with Warfield as slate agent and manager and Morris as a sales man under him.

Palins Tescer Fortyfourth Morrie J.B. Warlebd Warfield Mineris Morris Mangan Mortis S Morrin Ki Warfield Emi America Now Continentaly Beded Company Wart

Jury Awards 26000 for Backbone Injury in Brooklyn Case

Charles Devine won a verdict in the New York Supreme Court Brooklyn against Brooklyn City Railroad for 5000 dollars after a back injury from an accident. The jury, before the appellate division, awarded 20000 dollars for the backbone damage.

New York Charles Devine Supreme Court Brooklyn Brooklyn City Ailroad Company Devine Epellate Grand Division

Brooklyn Hat Quaker Wins 25000 In Trial

Devine a 50 year old hat quaker, riding in a wagon on Third Avenue Brooklyn, endured a crash when a fast trolley struck his vehicle. His 11 year old son was seated beside him. Devine suffered spinal injuries and had part of his spine removed to save his life. After two years, the jury returned a verdict of 25000 following deliberations before Judge Gaynor and a jury.

Gaynor Devine Third Avenue Brooklyn Wes Nim Vine Eule Foley Platte City Williamn . Fowy Clay County Liberty

Divide London Bill Introduced In Commons

London Feb 27 Arthur J. Balfour introduced the London municipalities bill in the House of Commons. The measure divides the metropolis into fifteen municipalities each electing a mayor and council with local powers, excluding the City of London. It aims to empower new provincial style bodies separate from the London county council and hopes to launch next November.

House of Commons London House of, Commons Arthur J. Balfour Treasury England London County Council Halfour Pin

Bride Kissed by Hobson at Nagasaki Consulate Ceremony

A Goshen consul’s letter from Nagasaki details a January 25 wedding at the U S consulate where Lieutenant Hobson of Merrimac fame officiated as escaltor general. The bride was Miss Jessie Prior of Atlanta and the groom is a missionary’s son in China, with the consulate decor and guests noted.

Mr. Allen China Harris Hobson

Object to Sunday Teas in New York

A perplexed Mrs. Robert Osborn of No 2 Rutherford Place hosted a musical tea at the Waldorf Astoria to raise funds. She faced anonymous threats from members of the Woman's National Sabbath Alliance and others warning she end the events. Despite intimidation she plans another musical tea next Sunday with a credited program.

New York Robert Osborn Rutherford Place Osborn Waldorf Astoria Darwin FR. James Mathilda Kay Woman's National Sabbath !Alliance Alliance Wong

Actors Make a Hit at Zanesville Theater Incident

A Perris Bar Specialty troupe of six amateur actors staged at Cumberland Guernsey county faced a hostile reception on a Saturday night. After several acts an audience showered them with eggs cabbage and stones, and the cast were locked inside the bullring until morning. Howard Pritchard suffered a cut to the face during the melee.

Zanesville Perris Newt Cumberland Guernsey County Howard Pritchard

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