Crisis Over Cuban War Threat Looms in Washington
Washington circles buzz over possible U S recognition of Cuban belligerency as the Cleveland administration weighs a proclamation amid reports Spain may cede Cuba to Great Britain. War Department denies forcing Florida mobilization, while Campos denounces removal and outlines clashes between Spanish policy and Cuba’s insurgent leadership.
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Kansas Supreme Court to rule on mortgage case hearing
The Kansas mortgage redemption dispute faces an immediate scheduling decision as the U S Supreme Court will determine whether to advance the case on Saturday after arguments by ex associate Justice Valentine and T F Dorsa. The Kansas court had earlier reversed prior rulings to apply the 1890 mortgage redemption law to contracts before its passage.
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Horton
Waller Letter Praises Kansans Aid and Plans Lectures
Paul Bray, husband of Mrs. Waller, writes A. M. Thomas praising Kansans for rescuing Waller from the French. He notes gratitude to Congressman Curtis for a new office position and mentions Mrs. Waller’s illness delaying planned lectures on Madagascar with panoramic views, from Molson Centrale de Nismea in France.
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Nellis resigns as Kansas Masonic Mutual secretary to Shaver
TD W Nevis resigns as secretary of the Kansas Masonic Mutual Benefit Society. William M Shaver of Wichita is named successor for the unexpired term ending in April and will move to Topeka with his family. Shaver, former editor of the Kansas Free Mason, is a prominent member.
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Keep Off: Senate Warns Europe of Dominion Motives
The Senate proclaims a hard line against European powers seeking dominion in the New World, framing European reach as greedy and threatening. The statement casts the issue as a clear national policy and a warning to all foreign powers.
Monroe doctrine strengthened by Senate resolution
Washington January 20 Senator Davis reported favorably a concurrent resolution reaffirming the Monroe doctrine. The measure declares the United States will resist European territorial claims in the Americas and reiterates adherence to Monroe’s 1823 principles. The resolution cautions against any European interference and affirms enduring U S policy. European ports may close to U S ships if America reaches broader claims, the Eclair notes.
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New Mrs Kate Addison Visits Topeka Suffrage Circle
The Kansas Equal Suffrage association leader Katie Addison arrives in Topeka for a Washington trip to attend the American Woman Suffrage Association meeting. She discusses a planned monthly suffrage paper and names other Kansas delegates including Mrs Althea Briggs Striker, Laura Gray, Annie Diggs, Ollie Koyce, and Miss Jennie Broderick.
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Great Bend
Laura Gray
Annie Diggs
Ollie Koyce
Phillipsburg
Jennie Broderick
Holton
Congressman Broderick
Indictment of Rhinehart and Santa Fe Official Upheld
Judge Grosscup sustains part of the Santa Fe indictments against former president Rhinehart and John A. Menier for alleged rebates and drawbacks under the interstate commerce act. From April to November 1902 they allegedly violated the act by discounting rates and a October 15 payment to Nelson Morris. Morris’s involvement is narrowed. the court quashes that count for Morris but keeps others. Hunley and Rhinehart vow to fight, hinting at appeals and broader railroad legal challenges.
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Anti lynching law in South Carolina passes house
In Conyanta South Carolina on January 20 the anti lynching bill advances in the house of representatives. It provides that when a lynching occurs and death results the county where the lynching takes place shall be liable for exemplary damages of not less than 2000 dollars to be recovered by the legal representatives of the lynched person in a competent court.
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Millionaire heiress leaves vast Episcopal bequest
The will of Mia Anna K Aspinwall, a Philadelphia resident who died recently in Edinburg Scotland, leaves nearly all her fortune estimated at 3 million dollars to the Protestant Episcopal Hospital Philadelphia. Only a few paintings go to the Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia. a niece Miss Della Field of this city plans to contest the will.
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Cable Car Collision Injures Gen. Thomas Ewing in New York
Gen Thomas Ewing formerly of Columbus Ohio was struck by a Third Avenue cable car in New York on January 20 and badly bruised. Initial fears of internal injuries were dismissed after home examination, with doctors predicting he could be out in two or three days. Diphtheria claimed four year old Samuel Decker son of W W Decker at 1018 Prospect Avenue, with other children in the family also ill. Funeral services for the deceased will be held tomorrow at 2 PM from the residence. Major gold shipments planned by Maller Schall Co Heidelbach Tkeihimer Co and L Von Hoffman Co with large sums expected aboard upcoming steamers.
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Senator Baker backs American silver coinage stance
Special correspondent report from Wasuronox Kansas details Senator Baker's position on silver coinage. He favors large but limited minting of American silver, argues expansion would barely raise currency by about 50 cents per person, and opposes foreign silver. He plans a senate speech supporting the amendment to the silver substitute to the bond bill. Also notes recent removals to Arlington National Cemetery for Gen. Robert B. Mitchell and social events in Washington related to Kansas figures.
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Gourdain to be Taken to New Orleans for Trial
Topeka police arrived to seize Lo A Gourdain the lottery operator and return her to New Orleans for trial on charges of defrauding ex councilman Desforges of 5000 dollars by false pretenses. The requisition was issued by Governor Morrill, and the two officers will depart Friday. Desforges is in the penitentiary. Gourdain contends bond issues. Authorities seek to try the suspect for violating postal laws in Cincinnati and New Orleans authorities aim to bring the case here.
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Santa Fe Time Card Talks Under Review in City
Santa Fe officials arrived to discuss a possible new time card affecting several trips. They aim to complete work within the week and say the changes won’t alter the overall Chicago to Los Angeles schedule. Rev. Hoyle of Nevada Mo has agreed to become pastor of the First Christian Church with a salary around 1700 to 1900. Major Sieg, executor of J Kylie’s estate, seeks a lost packet book believed to contain 25 to 40 dollars.
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