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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1898
Page
6
Washington reports continuing orders to brigades under Generals Dowgle Sant and Hard for rapid movement toward Chickamauga. Admiral Sampson’s fleet engaged off Santiago with heavy casualties and a cautious thrust toward the harbor entrance as war plans unfold.
Major Benson, new inspector general for the firet division of the Third Army Corps at Chickamauga Park, reports to base with headquarters at Grant’s, replacing Major A. M. Puller of the First Missouri who previously held the post. Major Fuller becomes division judge advocate and small arms inspector. Senator Carter of Montana visits Col Grigsby’s Rough Riders. Jones and Arkansas party stay overnight en route home.
A drifted sailor narrative runs alongside obituaries as Davenport reports the death of editor Don Richardson of the Democrat in Groton. The Cuba escape tale, told in broken prose, mentions a Chinese man and a voyage from the north coast, with sparse details and conflicting place names. Richardson, aged about, was a long-time Davenport resident and former Southwest Presbyterian figure, mourned by local Democrats.
Fragmentary eyewitness account details the sinking and burning of the Infanta Maria Teresa and other Spanish ships during the U S pursuit, with crews fleeing to shore, explosions lit the hills, and Admiral Cervera’s flagships suffering massive damage while Viscaya and others remained ashore or fled.
London reports Spain reinforcing coastal defenses amid rising war fever. Madrid says ministers split between peace and war, with Admiral Camilla planned to pass Burz canal tonight. British destroyers regroup to counter Commodore Watson's squadron and potential American actions.
Congress moves to raise volunteer chaplain pay to 32.00 per audum while regular army chaplains with field duty remain unchanged. House passage signals Senate action expected to address pay injustice for regular chaplains serving with regiments, engineer units and volunteer cavalry.
Secretary Alger met with the president at the White House to discuss yesterday's Santiago events and two operations to resume before noon. He declined to discuss Pride's reinforcing columns or other unspecified news. Senators and representatives visited the president during a cabinet interval, including Senator Lodge focusing on foreign affairs. Secretary Long later rejoined with documents, signaling new advices to come.
In Mercer county near Goralghville a drunken Richard Votam shot and killed John Hale and William Adkinson, wounded Julia Coulter, and Annie Campbell in a crowded tent during services. Hale and Adkinson died, Campbell, daughter of Rev. Frank Campbell, survived. Votam fled. capture uncertain. If returned to Mercer, prospects of lynching loom.
The Western Union Telegraph Company in New York reports that at 11:20 this morning its Santiago de Cuba cable operators have boarded a British gunboat. The move follows unspecified events in the harbor area and may affect telegraph service between Cuba and other ports.
John Kistner a naturalized German resident of five years reports that expert artillerymen from the German army are enlisting to serve in Spain and Cuba. He notes many artil lerymen have already been sent abroad and predicts increased naval and land actions impacting Armenians and other regions. Kistner, loyal to America, forwarded the letter to Washington.
Prisoners at Leavenworth and the Kansas Penitentiary near San sine celebrate Independence Day with extra dinners and patriotism. Pardoned for good conduct are Jamed Reed of Oklahoma and Harry Jackson of Wyandotte County.
The weather bureau forecasts fair conditions with light southerly winds for tomorrow. Street level readings show a 36 degree day with a 60 degree low tonight. A tow barometer indicates fair weather, and Indica tones accompany the forecast for the period ahead.
The state department received a telegram from Montevideo announcing a military revolt against the Araucanian government in the capital. Martial law is declared, citizens are called to defend the government, and a renewed attack is expected as the upheaval unfolds amid casualties. Albany plans an extraordinary session to July 11 to draft a bill limiting police boards in appointing election officers.
It has been ascertained that the Chilean cruiser O'Hig sink, which was said to have been purchased by Spain, left St. Vincent, Cape Verde Islands on June 1 for Montevideo, Uruguay.
July 6 report notes the House passed the general deficiency bill with the Pacific railroad amendment, debate to reconvene tomorrow at 4 pm. The page also lists local amusements and ads for medicines, a livery, and a steam laundry, reflecting a noisy early 20th century notice page.
The president sent nominations to the Senate for regular army and volunteer units. Appointments include Charles D. Loetier as military storekeeper with captain rank. James E. H. Blount as second lieutenant. William Darby, Samuel Mayers, Richard Toomey, and others as first or second lieutenants in various regiments. Chaplains include Charles B. Carlisle and Charles T. Walker. Also named are land office register candidates and a fund recovery official, with multiple states and districts listed.
The St. Louis fair grounds issued a general alarm during races. Separately, Seattle reports the tug New England from St. Michael failed to bring mail as expected. The Klondike fast mail’s arrival via the Alliance is anticipated in a few days aboard a steamer. Opéra house tonight presents war scenes with Vitescope, admission ten cents, ladies free if accompanied.
A historical health notice explains airborne diseases and outlines that treatment depends on recognizing pathogens in the air. The piece emphasizes that effective care hinges on identifying the responsible airborne agents and acting promptly to mitigate spread.
In South McAlester J T July 5 heavy spring rains created a new river channel on the South Canadian forcing the Missouri Kansas and Texas bridge to stand over a dry bed. The railroad built a new bridge a mile and a half away and seeks congressional permission to divert the river back. landowner J T Phillips demands 312000 damages before clearance, and a US court commission will assess the damages. The railroad plans to move ahead toward restoring the old bed and bridge.
A Hulls, county shooting triggers business standstill as City Marshal George Douglas kills Henry Landrum after he resists. Landrum fires, wounding two city council members. one dies from injuries. Adele McBibbs, wife of O Bt. Siteley, laid to rest. services at Harrison Street home and Topeka cemetery. Pearlless Steam Laundry touts colorfast shirts. Santa Fe Route offers electric fans on dining cars and through steppers to Washington via NEBA routes.
Chicago July 5 market report notes a good wheat crop but unsettled harvest conditions easing bullish sentiment. Wheat futures eased from Friday highs amid thin demand. corn prospects weaken as weather shifts. Receipts total 19,600. shipments 4,000. Minneapolis and Duluth rail car counts cited. market steady with slight declines across grains.
A chaotic clipping reports market activity with wheat and corn prices, bankers notes, and currency references. It mentions New York market movements, sterling exchange, and bond figures, alongside scattered farm and weather notes. Specifics include various price figures, regional staples, and crop commentary, reflecting a bustling mid period commodity page.
Topeka steam laundry advertises good work and quick family washing at 625 Jackson Street with the phone number 153. The notice emphasizes reasonable prices and prompt service for household laundry needs.
Poor legible classifieds listing a dining room elth for sale or wanted ad. Mentions a pony mare, likely misread. notes rewards and mismatched details. Indicates general sale and rental items with broken phrases and uncertain names.
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