13 Jan 1898
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1898
Page
1
A mob of American citizens seeks refuge inside the Maryana consulate as Spanish troops cordon the building. Telegrams are censored making it hard to verify details while officials consider possible intervention within 45 hours.
A New York bulletin reports heightened Cuba tensions with potential U S action within forty eight hours. Havana crowds threaten Americans and a consulate guard holds the line while Gen Blanco tightens a cordon. Admiral Bunce and Jammedore Crowdinfield prepare dispatches to coordinate rapid evacuations if orders come.
Private reports to the state department and congressional foreign affairs committee say Britain and France back U S action to secure Cuba’s independence. Cuban bonds, totaling about 100 million dollars, are held largely abroad and linked to potential United States intervention to guarantee repayment. Insurgents fear financial collapse but back intervention if it promotes independence. Spain resists but is warned the U S might deploy warships to compel payment, with Britain and France ready to support. Consul reports in Havana add limited details to the official narrative.
Reports say Gen. Lee did not request naval action in Havana and state department officials see no need for intervention. Inaccurate reports note unrest but no imminent armed clash appears likely. The text highlights concerns over Cuban conditions, particularly the plight of the poor.
New York dispatch reports widespread belief that U S intervention in Cuba may be necessary as rioting and press attacks by army officers and anti autonomy conservatives provoke a crisis. Gen Tomas Hatlada Palma notes Havana unrest stems from autonomy plans and distrust of Spaniards.
In Havana on January 1 1898 General Fitzhugh Lee declares he has not asked Washington to dispatch any war vessels to Havana. The statement counters reports of a U S naval requisition for two warships. Lee emphasizes the denial and maintains no such demand was made.
Stockholm January report notes Prof Norden skroll informs the Swedish Academy that intelligence suggests several credible observers saw Prof Andree's balloon in August near British Camberra north of Quernell lake in Carthom district. The professor treats the matter as significant enough to prompt further investigation.
Chicago January 13 Judge Richard W. Cuford set aside the verdict in the Fred R. Ketcham against Chicago and Northwestern case granting a new trial. Ketcham had been awarded 21000 damages for alleged blacklisting tied to the Delaware strike. The court found improper instruction to the jury and said a simple verdict review would suffice to overturn.
Commander M Call of the United States steamer Marhiehead reports from Port Tampa that during target practice yesterday an explosion injured four sailors, two seriously. Injured were taken to the marine hospital. cause remains unknown.
Ohio lawmakers face a tense battle over reorganization as Hanna allies and Democratic opponents clash. Six Republican representatives sided with the Democrats on key votes, while whispers concern Boxwell and Gerrish as the struggle continues. The Otis bribery probe moves forward amid ongoing political maneuvering and threats of party defections.
Columbus report notes Senate Hanna sent message to President McKinley before returning home praising his leadership in a hard won victory. Messages from W McKinley and cabinet members Bliss Sherman Alger and McKenna expressed heartfelt congratulations. Senator Formker did not send a telegram.
Columbus reports adjournment till Tuesday as witnesses to testify in the bribery case. Subpoenas issued for Dick Hollenbeck and Otis to appear before the committee next Tuesday. Debate over the House bribery resolution and party moves to reorganize the House shape day’s proceedings. Senator Hanna greeted in Cleveland on return from Columbus amid great turnout and public enthusiasm.
The brass band led a march to the union where Senator Hanns spoke as he was escorted along the line. He rode to the Hollenden with crowds cheering and business houses pledging support, while pockets of shaking forbidding attention occurred. Enthu siastic ovations followed him along the route and brief addresses were given to assembled crowds in several city stops.
London dispatch reports the new Japanese cabinet with Premier Marquis Ito and ministers including Foreign Affairs Baron Nisa Interior Viscount Koshikawa and War Viscount Katzsu a. Kobe dispatch notes Ito-Okura coalition efforts failed yet Ito forms a party independent cabinet. Dockyard activity and growing Anglo Japanese alliance talk frame the crisis.
A Topeka report shows Kansas issued 226 liquor licenses last year, amid comparisons with Alabama Arkansas Florida and Mississippi. The figures illustrate Kansas having no prohibition rather than strict controls, prompting alarm from PI Bonebrake over policy implications.
The Nebraska attorney general seeks Boyle's history amid anti trust enforcement, while state university fee practices and a graduation refund policy draw attention. The state railroad board weighs Missouri Parish lines rate impacts, with Kansas board discussions follow. A compare of new remedies contrasts Chamberlain's Cough Balm with widespread use, and Fruit's Hair Renewer is promoted.
The New York Journal denounces W J Bryan as eastern Democrats threaten to abandon him, favoring a new leadership under Tammany and Richard Croker. The piece notes calls for a broader party platform, warning Bryan’s 16 to 1 silver policy may alienate labor and reform factions. Croker’s influence grows as Washington and New York maneuver against the Bryan camp.
The piece traces party realignments as eastern and western Democrats coordinate to oppose the Bryanite influence. It notes cen tral figures like Croker guiding moves to defeat rivals and prepare for future leadership battles. The piece warns of a rising anti Bryan sentiment shaping the party’s direction.
Hong Kong dispatch says torpedo destroyers Hart and Handy, escorted by the battleship vessel Almerity, have been ordered north. First class cruiser Edgar’s orders have been countermanded, signaling a shift in naval movements and readiness during January.
Washington Jan 13. The president has sent to the senate nominations for a secretary of the embassy in Rome Italy Richard T Greaner consul at Bombay India John E Haggart marshal district of North Dakota and several postmasters across Illinois Iowa Missouri Nebraska and California including Thomas G Lawter Rockford Smith Atkins Freeport Chenault Benton Henry C Pool W P Dickie Barker Hill Harry B Ward Duguein Levin A Constantines Aurora Thas old Wwahiaville etc Also Delvert J Sherman Chas Miner Ravenna Chas Phillips Exeter Kenry Gibbons Kearney Wm H Ketcham Crawford and Wm L Maxwell California named as second assistant engineer revenue cutter service.
Report from Gravina, Revillagigedo and Annette Islands in southeastern Alaska describes vast mineral wealth with mountains of gold and abundant ore ready for smelting. Prospectors eye territories claimed by many islands, while reports from Eureka Springs advertise cheap rail trips and a scenic winter resort brochure.
Tickets will be sold on the first and third Tuesdays of January February and March via the Union Pacific to multiple territories with a minimum round trip rate of 7.00 or a single fare for the round trip. For exact territory information or tickets call or address FLA LEWIE City Ticket Agent J C Fulton Report Agent and G A Van Hall. Craigist of Butler Ma reports Beexs Blood Purifier and Blood Maker selling well and giving satisfaction.
Li Hung Chang wires the president requesting Frederick Dent Grant be named minister to China. The dispatch notes Grant, son of a famed general, as favored. Congress or Conger may resign the nomination. President McKinley had already arranged for Conger to be the minister, with confirmation expected. Political maneuvering surrounds the diplomatic posting.
Washington reports President Tah sent nominations for key posts. Charles Brewer of Iowa nominated as Secretary of State. H. Conger of Iowa to be envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to China. Henry W. Purdie of Indians to Bahia. Charles Fare Brean to China and ex-Representative Couper to Brazil. Confirmation expected with debate over China posting amid European polwhedate scramble.
The condition of Warren M. Crosby remains critical today. Dr. C A J Matzoire reports there is still a chance for recovery, noting little change in the last two hours.
Workers clean up the Curry Building at 25-7 Kansan Avenue as preparations begin for a new department store. Ginning activity includes removing rubble and securing the site while promises of a grand opening soon circulate and the public awaits disclosures about the retailer’s identity.
The piece mocks Western interference in Aleppo and lauds Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters for malaria rheumatism kidney complaints and general weakness. It urges support for the paper and promotes the remedy as beneficial across ages.
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