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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1899
Page
2
Chauncey M Depew remarks from New York July 12 echo protectionist sentiment. He critiques peace efforts and questions the Campania voyage as emblematic of waning patriotism and tariff advocacy, urging stronger economic defense against foreign competition.
OCR reads as a garbled, partial discussion touching on Jews and nonconformity amid political talk. Mentions New York Pennsylvania Central Railroad and a senator praising wartime unity, but most content is indecipherable and scattered.
The Plain Truth argues the Filipinos oppose liberation by Beijing style rule and warn that a costly war of extermination is unnecessary. It blames American missteps, from Aguinaldo’s betrayal to distant diplomats, and suggests honorable terms with the Filipinos and a peaceful, civilized government under US protection.
New York report says Congressmen William Sulzer was pursued toward Alaska by Mrs Harrington claiming to be the Senator. Sulzer and a New York friend reached Vancouver on Wednesday. the next day Mrs Harrington appeared and Sulzer slipped away Friday for Alaska. Rumor identifies the woman as Mrs Dersthy Harrington Mason, a social figure tied to Democratic campaigns, who was seen with Sulzer in Washington last winter and possibly married in New York City.
Superior Indemnity and higher grade life and accident policies promoted at Gossett and Blakeley agency. Low rates advertised through Van Valkenburg Bank at 519 Avenue. Fragmentary text mentions fire, tornado, pinte gigs, boker, and employes’ Uebility.
Ex governor William J. Stone of Missouri says there is no truth in Arkansas Senator Jones resigning as Democratic National Committee chairman and that the two-thirds rule will not be abrogated. He discusses Chicago conference expectations, 1900 presidential prospects, and his New York sojourn including talks with Tammany leaders.
The Texan, known for his plain speaking, told Judge Augustus Van Wyk to back the Democratic nominee or imitate Rabbit until 1904. He meets with Judge Van Wynk and the mayor, noting no promises were made and all Tammany men remain on friendly terms.
London theater life buzzes with announced debuts and firings for next season. Suzanne Sheldon debuts as leading lady at the Adelphi. Henry Mac Beth to play Mrs Potter’s Hebrew rival in The Ghetto. Other Americans star in Duke of Yorks and Lyric lineups.
A Topeka report describes a Harrison Street young woman claiming exposure to a kissing bug nicknamed the escalati ng bug. The insect allegedly bites lips causing swelling and fear, while the girl avoids looking in a mirror after the incident.
The New York Journal quotes Kentucky judges on divorce law amid debate about reform. Judge Sterling Toney argues marriage is a life contract not to be broken casually. Judge Miller calls Kentucky's system outrageous. Judge Field favors reform while Judge Toney defends existing laws.
General Anderson labels Frits Andrea and William J. Heeves liars and alleges their Philippine Island lectures mislead the public about U S troops. He notes many volunteers still extend service and voices support for Philippine liberty under American aid. He would return to continue peace efforts and help shape a hopeful future for Filipinos as citizens.
Indianapolis and Return $17.50 via the Santa Fe with annual Epworth convention tickets on sale July 18 19 and 20 limited to August 20. See King agent for particulars. Also ad for American Steam Laundry urging smooth collars and neck safety.
A London Mall essay outlines the centuries old proclamation ceremonies for a new English king. It notes the College of Arms, the three proclamations at St James, Charing Cross, and Chancery Lane, and the hereditary champion from the Dinmek family. It describes pageantry, guards, heralds, and the ceremonial gauntlet as a sign of royal legitimacy.
London reports reveal Secretary to the Admiralty W Ellison Murcartney states in the house of commons that until recently the Royal Navy’s beef came from Amelia as the sole commercial source. Officials condemn the AMERICAN BEEF intended for British use and outline ongoing supply adjustments to ensure adequate provisioning.
The Denver and Rio Grande railroad promotes scenic Rocky Mountain routes through Colorado Utah and New Mexico for tourists and transcontinental travelers. It markets two distinct through lines with daily through Pullman palace cars between Denver and San Francisco Los Angeles and Denver and Portland and calls the Ogden Gateway the beet line to Utah Idaho Montana Oregon and Washington.
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