21 Jan 1898
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1898
Page
1
A remarkable letter exchange shows Bjornson praising Zola and joining in support of Dreyfus. The piece cites heated debate on hatred versus love, the dangers of eradicate, and references to press and government figures, tracing the cultural clash across Europe.
In Paris on January 2 over 2000 students staged a demonstration along Bowlevitch Street and the Latin Quarter. Police blocked a march toward the river, about 80 students were arrested, and clashes caused injuries as anti Jewish tensions surfaced with several serena wounded.
In Hartford on January 3 a movement alert was sounded by a bomber of prominent G A R mon itor and the idea of a sullabie mon mnes user heremolny of Henry Clay Work. The piece notes Work as author of Marching Through Georgia and other war series. Juln Ewing restored the ex policeman and a literary club commemorates Work’s life and the thirteenth anniversary of the event.
Albany Jan 3 Senator Bilsworth introduced a censorship bill merging his anti cartoon and wide scope provisions impacting newspapers and editors. It targets publishing printing selling or distributing any paper deemed depraved libelous or corrupting morals with penalties up to $1,000 or imprisonment. Domestic corporations may lose charter and be barred from state business. Papers must name owners publishers and editors or corporate offices.
A late January report from London details multiple maritime disasters. Mareca ran ashore off St Havens Head with 13 rescued and 4 killed. Lord O Neill struck Rusket islands with crew saved. Baltram stopped by engine failure near Copenhagen. Bert Toundred from Guns Island reported seven drowned after raft boat capsize.
Mrs Hillman dismisses her suit against New York Life Insurance Company claiming payment and victory for McNall. The case describes a prolonged legal battle with the insurer growing tired of the fight as McNall and Uries declare enough.
The Hillman life insurance dispute ends with New York Life agreeing to pay the total Hillman claim of over 24 000, with each side covering their costs. Webb McNall hails the settlement as a complete victory. the case had spanned 18 years and five juries. Mrs Hillmen's polices are honored as the suit concludes and the company seeks readmission to Kansas.
The Hillmen case is scheduled for trial on February 14 for the sixth time. If Mutuals from New York and Connecticut Mutual do not settle, the trial will again drag on. Metropolitan Life Insurance reportedly settled policies of Mrs. Pertha F. Bailey, whose heirs held the policies after the company initially refused payment, leading to the revocation of the company’s license to do business in this state. The January trial date was noted.
Harrison Clarkson manager of the nulls burden at Topeka Kansas after a conference with Chicago Taunacers failed to abandon the bureau and cancel company subscriptions The suits to restrain Webby McNull the vigorance commissioner from interfering with the Bureau will continue as the man seeks precision on points Involved The commissioner rated against the bureau under Teanteact hiws of the stunt
St Louis report states John McGowan a young teacher at Uber Caubie school in northern Alexander county died from injuries after conflicts with two youths Henry and Scott Jordan. The pair aged 19 and 0 years are jailed as coroner jury rules and grand jury decide next steps amid fear of lynching.
Jan 21 in Mobile Alabama Jeferson alias Jock Knight of Pensacola Alabama was hanged for the murder of Frank Bantz. The execution followed the wave of killings that unsettled Mobile at the close of July. Knight made a full confession as crowds watched a high tension moment.
In a Kansas hotel lobby Judge Quinton and attorneys arrange a settlement as parties discuss terms to dismiss the case. J C Smith confirms all terms are settled by the lawyers though a dispute exists with the state department over New York Life access for the year. Details follow the death of Hillman and the ensuing litigation.
Chinese residents face a clash over when to observe New Year as a Washington proclamation shifts the date. Some ignore it and begin celebrations today while others postpone, causing Chinatown to split between two observances this year. Meanwhile obituaries note Daniel Collett aged 30, Myttie Gandy aged 10, and Ethel Smith aged 7 with funerals held in their communities.
The jury acquitted Al Hay slip for selling Nquer this afternoon after prosecutor Jaden Hazen pressed witnesses who claimed buyers received hep tea instead of beer. Weather observer T B Jennidace notes chances of snow in Topeka and nearby with low temperatures around three degrees. He forecasts cloudy skies tonight into Saturday and a chilly stretch ahead.
The widow of Der. Thomas J. Cogt has donated to Hanover College an amount to establish a chair of physics, providing endowment for the institute. The gift, listed as £0.00 dollars, reflects a philanthropic effort to advance science education at the Madison based institution.
Calcutta January 21 The bill introduced by Sir James Westland on January 4 provides for issuing currency notes in India against gold held in the treasury. The secretary of state may pay gold into the treasury if Tadix contributes an equal amount to the currency department. The measure has relieved money market stringency.
Paris reports the death of Ernest Bazin inventor of the roller steamer a vessel claimed to cross the Atlantic from Havre to New York in about four days. The Ernest Bazin was launched August 10 1406 at St Denis and so far the vessel has not fully met the inventor's expectations as to its principle.
Washington Jan 21 The senate plans a Thursday vote on the Teller resolution as Mr Allen denounces the Interior and pensions officials for allegedly brutal treatment of clerk Mrs M H Roberts. Gallinger moves to send the matter to civil service committee while tense exchanges reference Mrs Roberts and her connections to former Senator Beck.
Maker T J Anderson promotes a large Topeka business men union to drive city development. Major Andersen as secretary recruits members, contends reduced dues could draw Santa Fe executives and property owners. Treasurer Edward Wilder remains the only Santa Fe member. club aims to attract industries and grow population, with office in Veale Block.
Alumni and President denounce alcohol and defend temperance at Princeton University banquet. Speakers condemn drinking malt liquor and warn against interference with university policy while praising the alumni’s spirit and university loyalty. crowd cheers for President Parton and Dr Shirday.
A severe storm batters Colorado with extreme cold and high winds piling deep drifts. Western districts like Delp and Greek refining area report impassable roads and widespread snowfall halting travel and daily life.
Paris dispatch reports Cherbourg and Toulon orders to ready battleships Bras and Yaubun to reinforce Paris as tensions rise. Brute and Vatiin, newly named ships, ordered to head to China with Admiral De Beaumont commanding a Tench Squadron. sail on January 24.
Prof A W Jones of Kanaan Wesleyan University writes Weather Ghrerver TF Jennings about a July 14 storm in Saline County between Hevaria and the Ba line river. He describes hail or snowball like masses up to baseline size, large hail covering the ground, and reports farm damage including a bee hive knocked down.
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