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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1899

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Lost on the Gulf Yacht Paul Jones Missing Party

A Louisville to Pensacola yacht Paul Jones with five youths three women and crew vanished in a Gulf storm after leaving the Mississippi mouth January 3. Among the party were Collin H C Yorum and daughter Miss Yoours, G A Yocum of St Louis, Florence Taggart daughter of Indianapolis mayor, and Miss Margery Woodland of Chicago. Relatives seek news as tugs and vessels search gulf ports. the boat valued at 1290 miles range with luxury interiors and a 190 horsepower engine.

Lewisville Paul Jones Louisville Pensacols Pla Galt Mexico Collinl H.C. Yorum Yoours G. A. Yocum St. Louis Florence Tagsart Tai Indianapolis Bliss Margerie Woodland Chinago John Barry Eneteer Badgley H.C. Yocum Mississippi Pensacola Fla Storm Beard Gulf Coast Lawrence Jones Furt Tageart Iunapolis Tarence Joren Taggart Mobiie Ala Veseels Gulf Jones Palne Memphis Greaine Ebe Crescent City Col Yocum Washington Senator Fairbanks Secretary of the Treasury Orden Winona Mobile PawlJuies New Orleans Gulf of Mex Cap Kimball The Life Saving Service

Unclear yacht report from Pant Jones voyage

Fragmentary text describes an incomplete yacht update involving Pant Jones, with mentions of Me Murereal sladent, Nebel Tita, and Fiore Band. The information is first received and Jones expresses confidence in safety though details are garbled.

Murereal Sladent Ponteville Vache Ten East

Smallpox Spreads In Hillsboro With Rising Cases

Hillsboro reports a worsening smallpox outbreak as twenty cases are confirmed, sixteen inside town and two in a hotel. Three new cases and three deaths occurred Friday, with concerns over visitors from Morian and neighboring towns on trains. Local health board to be notified of conditions.

Hillsboro Morian Pate Board of Health

Improving Cities to Modernize at Cost of 300 Million

London reports England faces modernization of its municipalities at a cost of about 300 million dollars. The piece notes private bills proposed to finance urban upgrades across cities including England’s major urban centers.

London England

Guba Deal Revealed by Cuban General Gomez

Brigadier General Gomez reports a $40 million US loan arranged to fund Cuba’s army pay for three years secured by Cuban customs duties. The Cuban commission arrives in New York, gratitude expressed for reception, and plans to complete aeronautical arrangements by month’s end before returning to Cuba.

New York Gomes Washington United States Cuba Gomez Gomex

We Are Sane With War Yet Seek Peace for Cuba

Reported remarks discuss forming a commission headed by Cubase adviser Memiex Capote to oversee postwar governance in Santa Crux del Sur. General Maximo Gomez to stay in command until army disbands, as Cuba moves toward tranquility amid financial reforms and potential U S. connections. General Gomez expected to return to Washington. Garcia’s body to be sent to Cuba by committee.

Comatiaieeet Cubase Memiex Capote Santa Crux del Sur Maximo Gomez Cuba Goewes Washington Garcia

Santa Fe Discharges Nine Conductors in New Mexico

Santa Fe railroad yesterday discharged nine conductors on the western New Mexico and Rio Grande divisions amid an ongoing inquiry. Officials declined to estimate total dismissals, noting the probe is led by division superintendents. A letter to General Superintendent Mi alleged travel staff offered to reveal dishonesty for free rides, claiming conductors pocketed short fares.

Santa Fe New Mexico Rio Grande Rand Superin Dyer Une Turley Neil New Dexico Ewan McMudge Dyer Hurley

State funeral for Nelson Dingley at Washington House

Thousands of people filed past the late Representative Nelson Dingley as a majestic state funeral unfolded in the House of Representatives. The president, cabinet, diplomatic corps, Supreme Court, and numerous dignitaries stood by his bier while galleries held families and invited prominent figures.

Washington Nelson Dingley House of Representatives Diplomatic Corps Supreme Court Senate House

Parliament Passes Broad Public Works For Railroads And Water

Parliament approves a sprawling program funding railroads and water systems. It includes a new street from Holborn to the Strand by the London County Council and a large water scheme for Sheffield Derby and Leicester. The total outlay nears private bill expenditures, signaling strong industrial activity amid national prosperity.

London County Council Holborn Shefield Derby Leicester Wil

Mandamus saga and state funeral in the capital

Ex Lieutenant Governor Harvey delays mandamus filing against State Auditor Cole over extra session vouchers, saying settlement expected today. In Washington, New York chamber delegation pays respects as former statesman’s casket lies in state in the House chamber, with simple yet striking decor and a steady stream of mourners viewing the remains.

Cole Harvey

Eagan revises statement to War Investigation Commission

Washington jan 16 Commissary General Eagan submits a shorter revised statement to the war investigation commission. He explains removing objectionable matter and defending that he never fed poisoned beef, asking the commission to consider his sworn statement with the facts before them.

War Investigation Commission Washington General Eagan Nvestigating Commission Miles Engen Eagan Spain Charles P. Eagan

Vaults Locked as Treasurers Clash Over Warrants

The state treasury vaults are locked and keys held by Treasurer Heflebower while dispute over warrants paid for the extra session stalls business. Treasurer Grimes refuses to receipt for disputed warrants. Auditor Cole won’t credit them. The $6100 in warrants, including a $24 draw by Grimes, are in question as clerks observe idle until a resolution.

Heflebower Grimes Treasury Kelly Cole Treasury Department Mr. Heflebower Dave Williams Heflebawer Bir Hetlebower Morris Ouanes

Naboth's Vineyard lecture by Col Bryan in Denver

Denver January 26 Colonel William Jennings Bryan and wife arrived by the Burlington. They were greeted by a reception committee and hosted at T. M. Patterson's home where breakfast was taken. A public reception by the Denver Bi metallic league followed with many eager to shake Bryan's hand.

Denver Bryan Burlington By & Greep T. M. Patterson Bryan Wee Denver Bimetallic League John H. Roule Apa Brown Usd J. B. Grant TM Patsterson Ore Thomas Maboth

Judge Foster Resigns as Kansas Federal Judge

Judge Foster resigns from the federal bench in Kansas effective March 1. The resignation was mailed Saturday night to President McKinley as candidates for the vacancy are weighed. Early expectations name Judge Hook as the likely successor.

Foster Kansas McKinley Poer Hook

Crisis passes in Philippines Otis still in control

General Otte reported from Mantle that cablegram content reassured Washington that the critical stage has passed and authorities accept his statements that control is now in the hands of the officials in the Philippines.

Philippines Otis Washington Otte Mantle Molle

Branner Property Sold Under Court Order in Kansas Ave Sale

Sheriff executes sale of Branner property on Kansas avenue including the Brasner block and three other business houses between Fifth and Sixth streets. Mrs. Millie Nichols and Mrs. Josie Webb seek back rents of 1000, with Webb allowed to bid 34500. Case linked to Klein-Branner dispute. pending in supreme court.

Branner Sheriff Cook John Channer Kansas Avenue Brasner Fifth Sixth Millie Nichols Josie Webb Jacob Kiein John Branner Kei Dushent Kiein Anid

New Paper Promises Bryan Democratic Leanings

An eastern press union in Topeka announces a new nightly paper tied to the Bryan Democratic chain. The venture aims to advance the party doctrines with a statewide and regional reach, led by key party figures and media owners. Chicago reports forecast colder weather tonight into Friday with northerly winds.

Peks Topeka South Apt Tisa Meld Jones Seilien Tony Rareloga Aelive Vaina Turion Ginteed Alee Bert Ngale Bexar Keeney Exea Karam Aiinsieiet Omoba Paper Nebesskm Chicago

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