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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1898

Page

8

Spanish Claim Garcia killed in decisive insurgent clash

Rumors circulated that General Calixto Garcia was killed in battle while Spanish forces under General Castellanos pursued insurgents near Esperanza in Santa Clara. Spanish losses included 5 men killed and 91 wounded with several insurgents killed. fires destroyed properties and insurgent government buildings.

Calixto Garcia Alfons XII Spain Santa Ana Santa Clara Castellanos Esperanza Puerta Princige Sxtrem Calitas Ride Esperansa Castel- Janos Eaperansa Geadon Peres Bontey Bonteasude Juan Maso Purts Bowsrin

Minnesota at Omaha appoints exhibit commissioners

Governor of Minnesota names a slate of commissioners from Winona Morgan Faribault St Paul Minneapolis Duluth and Perilus Falls to collect funds and arrange exhibits for a state booth at the transcontinental exposition in Omaha. The appointees include H W Lamberton C D Gifting J Newton Nind F B Daugherty Elmer E Adams and others to represent the seven districts and oversee the state’s display.

Gov. Glough St. Paul Minn Ian H.W. Lambertom Winona C.D

May Send Blanco Home In Cuba Revolt Autonomy Debated

From Havana the mutinous revolt festers as army chiefs push for Blanco’s removal. Reports suggest Blanco may concede to army demands while not abandoning plans for democracy. Government ministers feel pressure as Volunteering forces and Havana reporters wage speculation over future leadership and trials. George W. Stansfield, 632 Kansas Avenue.

Cuba New York Washington Havana Wifhes Blanco Pulototy Regoliz Mtnrahal Campos Sigasts

February Theater Lineup At Topeka

February attractions at Topeka include Joseph Holland in The Clever Comedy These teemaers under Cas Del Frohman with a Feb 13 show Other acts feature Timrette in Old Innocence Feb 1 Toole in Killarney and Rhine Feb Edne Witney vaudeville and concert company The South Before the War Feb 4 5 Lawrence Holmes in a standard Baye hel He Plunkard Hearts Feb 14 Welch Concert Singers Feb 10 James O Neil Feb 17 Calhoun Opera Company Lewis Morrison Faust Feb Otis Harlan Feb 25 and Lt Peary lecturing at Crawford theater Feb times and details from High School lecture course management.

Edne Witney Ar and Vaudelile and Concert Company South Lawrence Holmes Standard Baye Hel Plunkard Hearts Otis Harlan Lieutenant Peary Crawford Theater

Bribery case probe extends in Cincinnati Otis matter

A legislative committee from Columbus continued the Otis bribery probe in Cincinnati regarding the U S Senate election. Senator Sullivan and defense attorney Daugherty questioned disqualification grounds while hotel records show paid private phone use and guest lists linked to the Columbus senatorial contest.

Cincinnati Jan Legislative Committee Columbus Otis United States Rutan Spellmyer Kenny House Burke Long Robinson Fincke Garfield J. J. Sulliven Daugherty Huling Sullivan New York H. H. Hollenbeck Chandon Olle Boyce Hy Boyer Gideon House Dunbar Hollenbeck Bliss Allen O. Myers, Jr Dick, Rathbone Kurtz Allen O. Myers

Bogus Passes Representing $50,000 Found in Chicago Office

Police found in a Chicago broker’s office a collection of passes thought to represent fifty thousand dollars. The discovery suggests a swindle by a group dealing in bogus tickets, targeting strangers. Olo Ekbers, a merchant tailor at 713 Kansas avenue, is mentioned in the report.

Chicago W. H. Boss Clark Street Chieure Olo Ekbers Kansas Avenue

Big Fight on Pingree Sparks Republican Revolt in Michigan

Lansing Nov 22 The revolt against Governor Pingree's renomination grows rapidly as prominent Republicans express discontent over his stance toward Senators McMillan Burrows and federal appointments. A Jackson paper backing James O Donnel broadens opposition, signaling a fierce intra party battle ahead with stalwarts uniting against Pingree.

Lansing Mich Pingree Buffalo McMu Jon Burrows Bith James Odonnel Jackson OcDonnel Itn Dancy Michigan Hfe Unite States O'Donnel

Those Terrible Yankees Swamping European Oil Seed Market

Paris reports a deputation of French manufacturers and traders from several departments urging protective duties on oil seed and oil. They claim American competition lowers European prices and harms French oil works. Minister Mo Boucher stays cautious, noting ongoing talks with the United States and reserves on promises.

Paris Mo Boucher Craux Oustomma Committee Chamber of Deputies America United States M. Boucher Morsover Bf Boucher

Premier cites famine and unemployment in Italy unrest

In Rome the premier Marq is Di Rudin said recent disorders in Italian provinces stem from high food costs and job scarcity due to public spending cuts. He blamed agitators for exploiting unrest and said the government ordered strict repression. He noted Athens had ceased but vowed measures to relieve distress.

Rome Chamber of Deputies Marquis di Rudin Atiathen Asi

Ratcliffe’s Other Wife Probes Bigamy Claim

Caroline Ravenhill arrived from England asserting she is the wife of actor Bar ward J. Ratcliffe and plans to prosecute him for bigamy. She says Ratcliffe married the daughter of Peter De Lacey after returning from Southampton aboard the St Louis.

England New York Caroline Raven- Hill Baward J. Ratcliffe St. Louis Southampton Logeig le

British Flagship Centurion Sails From Nagasaki Unknown Destination

Yokohama January 21 reports the Hrivish batt ship Centurion, Nagship of the British Squadron in Chinese waters, arrived at Nagasaki on Wednesday and sailed today. Her destination remains unknown, with no official reason given for the secrecy.

Nagasaki Yokohama Hrivish Battship Centurion

The Curse of Gold Play Road Trial Ironies Start

Democratic free silver leaders back an experiment in campaign work through a Washington Virginia firm forming The American Drama company. Directors include Lawrence Gardiner and Marshall W. Wink. plan to stage The Curse of Gold as a moral drama resembling Uncle Tom’s Cabin, aiming to rally west and south. Knights of Labor stock supports the venture. Samuel Goumpera and Charles Morrison back it. the firm promises public sewing and button mending services through Peerless Steam Laundry.

Washington Senator Jones McMillin Chaancer K. Hisch Sladen Simps Virginia Lawrence Gardiner Marshall W. Wink Hubart E. Mattingly 5. W. Anderson Tom Cutin Trom Feenes Senator Stewart Senator Allen Samuel Goumpera Charles Morrison American Federation of Ia Bor Knights of Labor Ensembly No.6 Fahd

Whole Town Prays Georgia Hamlet Becomes Most Religious

Georgia town near Atlanta enacts an ordinance demanding daily prayers to deter evil influences. Officials order citizens to pray each morning before daily business, with merchants and workers required to begin devotions before weighing goods or serving customers.

Georgia Atlanta United State Merchates

A Bar Sermon on Cool Common Sense and Diet

A historical note extols self control over drink and diet. It warns coffee as a subtle enemy to health, urging moderation and natural remedies, praising cool judgment and individual restraint over temptations at a bar setting.

Jane Addams Speaks on Chicago Politics in Ann Arbor

Miss Jane Addams of Hull House delivered a sensational lecture on A Study of a Chicago Alderman in Ann Arbor Michigan. She argued religious influence often fails for reform as it stays apart from people and corrupt ideas spread through detached reformers. She urged adherence to sympathy and practical leadership to win over the poorer classes.

Jane Addams Chicago Ann Arbor Mich Hull House Chi- Caro

Deadlock Halts Boston Work Over Sewer Loan

In Boston on January 22, a board of aldermen deadlock and a stalled $500,000 sewer loan cause 900 laborers, clerks, and foremen to be suspended for lack of funds. About 700 may be reinstated once financing is secured, while at least 206 appear permanently out.

Boston Roston Board of Aldermen

Sloane To Return to England Halted By Fleischman

Tod Sloane, the jockey who rode in England, arrived in New York from foreign fields aboard the Campania. Fleischman declares he cannot permit Sloane to return soon, as spring plans hinge on his riding.

Fleischman New York Turkey Ted Sloane Campania Sloane England Julius Fieschman

Steamer Saltram Arrives in Plymouth With Damaged Machinery

The British steamer Saltram, captained by Gwen, from Galveston via Norfolk for Copenhagen, was sighted near Lisard in rough weather and arrived at Plymouth with deranged machinery. Two lifeboats were damaged during the severe passage. Actress Forsythe's mother is involved in related London notices.

Saltram Plymouth Gwen Galventon Norfolk Copenhagen

Mrs Forsythe Dies in London at Daughters Home

Mrs Forsythe died at her daughter's house in London on Wednesday from paralysis. The funeral will be held today. Sedalia Mo June The Woman's Federated Clubs of Missouri voted to establish a traveling library and appointed a seven member board to inaugurate the work. A library fund of 20 was raised by subscription with generous pledges from local clubs to support continued operation in Missouri under federation guidance.

Porsythe Woman's Federated Clubs of Missouri Sedalia Canvon Iowa Michigan Usider Woman's Federation

Topeka Appoints Dog Tax Collector Nels McConnell

Ex sanitarian Nels McConnell is named city dog tax collector. He will canvass the city and, if needed, have unregistered dogs seized and killed. The male dog tax is one dollar per year. McConnell is the sole authorized collector for Topeka.

Nels McConnell McConnell Topeka

History of the Indians Who Inhabited Kansas to Be Purchased

William R. Connelley of Weatrice Nebraska and formerly of Kansas City Kansas has compiled a history of Kansas riding tribes. The state historical society appointed a committee to pursue purchase of the manuscripts data and teleica. A basis for purchase was agreed and a report sent to the secretary. Due to current low funds, the purchase awaits next legislature’s appropriation.

Kansas The Historical Society William R. Connelley Weatrice Neb Kansas City Kan State Historical Society Connelley

58 Men and 14 Dogs Preparing to Start From Kansas City

A report from Kansas City describes a convoy of 58 men and 14 dogs ready to depart for Blondike Sansan City. Captain 2 Ten Vinney of Moberly arranges transport, seeks rates, and refuses to provide precise addresses or tame animals. The piece references Klondikers and a Golden City attorney endorsing a medicinal salve.

Kanass City Sansan Hornant Moberly Pouanegiore Apri

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