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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1896

Page

2

Nicaragua War Feints as Nagarete Falls to Government

Managua reports the government has begun moving on revolting departments to defend Zelaya. Nagarote was stormed by government troops this morning, a major setback for Leonist rebels near Lake Managua. Clerical factions in Mexico link the Nicaraguan revolt to a broader Central American plot to curb Liberal governments and deter US protectorate influence.

Managua Nicaragua Bisst Nicaragas Zelaya Capite Nagarote Lake Manade Department of the Occidental Monagea Leon Liberal of Selays Grsees Manague Leoniste Thesiselves Masure Granada Nicaragus Paula Oii Crry Mexico Sioles Central America Clery United States

West Captured After Jail Break in Dakota Territory

United States Marshal Neely received a telegram from Marshal Otto Paomiller at Sioux Falls informing of the capture and arrest of Bill West who broke jail last spring and has evaded arrest. West, one of the most noted desperadoes of the Indian Territory, is credited with numerous murders and other crimes.

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Expelled Lord Dusraves from New York Yacht Club

At an adjourned meeting of the New York Yacht Club forty yacht owners attended and six hundred members crowded the clubhouse. Lord Dunraven was expelled from membership by a vote of 600 to 1. The sloop Oriya owned by Chester Munroe was involved in the proceedings.

Lord Dusraves New York New York Yacht Club Lord Dunraven Oriya Chester Munroe

General Madison Miller Dead in His Home

General Madison Miller aged 67 and a retired Army officer with a six war record was found dead at 2 o clock yesterday afternoon in the bathroom of his residence in St Louis Missouri. The cause is apoplexy and no one was with him at the time.

Madison Miller St. Loum Nis Meichel Macey George P. Reichel Virginia St. Lowis Tome Reichel Pythias

Cuban resolutions spark House applause and stirs debate

In Washington Feb 28 a House session ended amid fervent applause as foreign affairs committee resolutions on recognizing Cuban belligerents were read. Arguments focused on whether to set the matter as a separate order and risks of war with Spain. Representative Boutelle pressed for delay, arguing it could commit U S to war. the House adjourned at 5 10 PM.

House Foreign Affairs Suteer New York Pases Hitt Bailey Texas Congress Turner Georgia Boutele Maine United States Spain Cr Revere Mr. Boutelle Br. Hitt Boutelle Bontelle Hostos Boston Scientific Society John Ritchie, Jr Alger Michigan Washiverton McKintey Washington St. Louis McKinntey

Van Horn Wins Seat Amid Party Split

The House seated Colonel R. T. Van Horn by a 104 to 183 vote after Republicans split, with all Democrats voting for Van Horn or paired. Judge Burton administered the oath as the contest over the seat concluded. In Alabama, Birmingham Republicans and Populists discuss fusion for a joint state ticket at the April 23 convention.

House Pisce Tarsuey Wasuivaroy RT. van Horn John Tursney van Horn Judge Burton Missouri Euston Albans Monroommy Ala Birmingham Kolb Goodwin Omawa Neb Nebraska

Colored university planned for Richmond area

A movement to establish a big university for colored men and women in Richmond is under way. A bill to incorporate the seminary and Hartshorn college, with Lynchburg’s colored women’s seminary, aims to form the Union University of Virginia, using a suburban tract purchased for the site. Leaders Rev De Coray and Rev Dr W W Landrum head the drive.

Calleger Richmond Ricumosy He Seminary Hartshorn College of Lynchburg Union University of de. H. Coray W. W. Landrum

Very Day Funeral Retrenchment Policy At State Funeral

Delegation members attending Representative Crain’s funeral reported tensions over a retrenchment policy limiting refreshments. The funeral, described as one of the most expensive ever held in the house, highlighted debates on cost at state ceremonies.

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Younger Lewis the Kid lynched at Wichita Falls

Neosho Missouri February reports Younger Lewis known as the Kid was lynched in Texas for the murder of Cashier Dorsey of City National Bank. He is the son of Jim Lewis of Neosho and cousin to J T McElhanex a Neosho leader, noted as a wayward figure despite connections. The item includes other brief wire news items from Omaha and beyond.

Lewis Texas Neosho Wichita Falls Tex Dorsey City National Bank Jim Lewis State Penitentiary Reid of Senees J. T. McElhanex Citixens

West's Senate Eloquence Drives Cuban Debate

Feb 28 a stirring speech by Mr West electrified the Senate as it debated recognizing Cuban independence. The final vote on the Cuban resolution is expected at 4 pm, with Mr White and Mr Gray arguing against recognition. The House debate centers on liberty and Spain, while the army appropriation bill totaling about 23 million dollars passes.

Fe Wasmxetos West Imbebsis Cuba Senate White California Gray Delaware United States West Spain Bouin Veat Missouri Sherman

General Merrill Dead In North Missouri War Service

General Lewis Merrill died at 62, a West Point graduate who led Merrill's Horse in Northern Missouri during the Civil War. Brigadier General George W. Gile, who commanded at Lincoln’s second inauguration, also died. Obituaries note wartime commands and notable duties.

Missouri Philadelpha Lewis Merrill Merrill West Point Military Academy United States Army Mercill Glen Pmanerrina George W. Gile Lincoln

Hints to Travelers on Rail Travel and Pranks

Satirical tips warn travelers about night whistles and sleeping positions while aboard trains. It critiques conductor pranks changing at Kansas City and suggests humorous mischief to test staff, ending with notes on painted hats and accident policy quirks. Includes clipped humor and social commentary from the era.

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Built the Wrong Way. Georgia Fair Prizes Go to Native Hogs

A Georgia state fair tale recalls a Philadelphia pork breed, Chester Whites, sent by Thomas Wood. Judges favored native stock for speed, awarding ribbons to the locals while noting imported hogs lacked South wind and legs. A Quaker breeder questioned fairness, but the judge explained the winning breed suited regional needs.

Georgia Cincinnati Atlanta Constitution Macon Thomas Wood Chester Pennsylvania Jupire

How to Talk Well and Intellectual Conversation

A compact guide extols pleasant conversation as a valued skill. It urges cultivation of arts, sciences, and current literature, warns against self centered talks, and recommends choosing topics that interest companions to ensure engaging discourse.

Bacon

Groom in Waiting and Keeper of the Regalia to Vacate Roles

Sir Michael Praed occupies the roles since 1879 and 1891 respectively. He will vacate both offices, gifts of the queen, with salaries of about £332 and £350 and brief yearly court presence. The piece laments the appointments as political and personal favors rather than merit.

Michsel Aomie

Social Revelation and the coming revolutions in history

Rev. J. B. Silcox cites General Booth predicting a 20th century world revolution for the people. He argues the common people are awakening to their power and preparing to shape political and social change in a period of purification and upheaval.

Booth J. B. Silcox Congregationallat Chicago Til

Tyrolese guide acquitted in fatal mountain pass case

Whitty of Tyrolese Guides was tried at Battea for mistreating a man unfit for a dangerous mountain pass. The man was killed. The jury acquitted the guide on the facts but established the principle that guides bear responsibility for tourists proper qualifications for mountain journeys.

Whitty Battea Mansianghver

Harper’s Magazine Brings Diverse 1895 Winter Lineup

Harper Brothers previews its December 1895 issue with Briseis by Wrettas Brack and The Martian by Grorece De Maunier. Also promoted are Tom Sawyer Detective serials, Saxonon Eu installments, and works by Octave Teaner and Casrax W. Wurrwar. Notable features promise six papers on George Washington and illustrations, with 1806 art and winter serialization.

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Harper's periodicals and postage notice

Harper's Periodicals list includes Harper's Magazine 72 yearsubscription Harper's Weekly one year Harper's Bazar one year Harper's Hound Table. Postage free to all subseivates States Canada Mexico Address Harper & Brothers P. O. Box 650 N. Broken edge collar repaired by Pat J Jess Steam line?

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