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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1898

Page

5

Lost Vessels Stranded After Behring Sea Storm

Report from Francisco dated July 7 notes three ships sunk or stranded in the Yukon and Behring Sea region after a hurricane. Vessels including the Cone from Beatie and the Ste salle are cited as grounded or wrecked, with details on river conditions, port status at St Michael, and transportation company involvement.

Behring Sea Francisco Michael Gm Ste Salle Beatie Becare Portland Portrhor Maine Ware Yukon Fleer Anzee

Rebellion Flares Across Town Amid Turmoil in Spain

Fragmentary report notes unrest spreading in city districts as response to drought and rising prices. Authorities struggle to restore order while residents report shortages and casualties. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a broader conflict affecting Huslva and surrounding areas.

Primary election slate for Hepublican county committee

Secretare Cham outlines a large slate of candidates for the county central committee with roles including probate judge, district court clerk, superintendent of public instruction, and state senator. The primary set for next Saturday afternoon, with several contending individuals and affiliated attorneys and officials listed.

Secretare Cham Hepublican County Central Committee Angleipateil Inetnlert Windutntvs See Reary Chaney Inte Pudee—Dmigy B. & Dutra John le Coy A. B. Jetmere LG. Larimer Cerk District Court A. M. Cal- Akbem LB. Curtis Buerintendent Public Instruction T. J.anderson T. Es Everta Stevens Wo Venie Geo A.anderson Senet Rokney

Ended in a Foot Race Near Topeka Causeway

A colorful rural scene near Topeka recounts two fighters Smoky Smith and Denver Jackson racing for a prize along a Missouri Pacific line. A misstep led to a dispute over frogs and a brawl as the train stopped near Swissvale in Douglas County. White party revelry followed, with intoxication and fracas noted as bystanders intervened.

Smoky Smith Denver Jackson Topeka Westerday Missouri Pacific Youngman Suissvale Oengr Hilaruuay Tnstead Prine Feht

Detachment of stock follows sheriff’s charge in Dallas

A chaotic court notice states J. E. Schuebley’s stock attached by the Smith Drag Co through Ubell Jutcorneys and Rowe fon Ent 4 Dallas in an afternoon action. The sheriff looks over the charge as the process proceeds amid drought and stealthy det company references.

Td. Smith Drag Co J. E Schuebley Eb Stalthy Det Company Kan- Omy Ubell Jutcorneys Rowe Fon Dallas Thin Walt Sinalsiat J. Frudgista Wisvens

Spain Sees McKinley War Aims Narrowed to Cuba

London July 18 Madrid Times correspondent reports Spanish view on peace talks. Emancipation of Cuba is seen as key objective for any settlement. They caution against broader war aims and warn of firm Spanish resistance if annexation or conquest is pursued.

London Madrid The Times Washington Biern Mpf Alain Gen. Shafter McKinley United States Cuba

Treachery report from Cuba sows fear and destruction

The Journal's Key Wear dispatch claims Spanish keepers at Cor Mayal and Gape Lu crecea burned their tent houses after agreeing to surrender. A Spanish carrivon at Casatanams City is reported to have whipped ite cairpon and blown up ite magaietite.

New York Toral Santiago Cor Mayal Lucrecea Cuba Casatanams City

Topeka Man Duped Into Signing $400 Note Trick

A Topeka man named Adams was involved in a parlor hoax where a note for 400 dollars was signed and a supposed plane purchase, later burned and reconstructed under a magician’s misdirection. A Kansas City lawyer later delivered a note for 400 dollars, fueling speculation about the fraud and Adams’s alleged role.

Charles Wistry Adams Topeke Darts Was & Sveerdecrom Adams Adthe Mr. J Air Kanes City Avame Ring Adame

Port Tampa Fain movement honors Admiral Cervera

A July 18 note reports a movement to present Admiral Cervera a home at Tarpa in recognition of his humane treatment of Holson and crew and a desire to spare him heart and possible death should he return to Spain.

Port Tampa Fin Leday Cvevera Holson Spain

Patriotic benefit event at ex mayor's home

A Tuesday evening entertainment at the home of ex Mayor T W Har Filton at Huntoon and Western avenue showcases patriotic decor, a Wood's orchestra drawing attendees including Kansas militiamen. Speeches by Congressman Charles Curtis and others highlight support for soldiers and a drive to fund-raise for the United States Boswil service. Meatier details note refreshments on the lawn and young ladies in patriotic dress.

Hanigame T. W. Har- Filton Huntoon Western Avenue Topekumy David Overmyer Tom McNeal Kansas United States Boswil Service

Cigarettes and a Topeka Insanity Case Examined

A Topeka insanity case involving Frank B Young is analyzed by a magazine and doctors in New York. Experts link excessive cigarette use to mental health risks and possible brain trouble, while Young’s actions and court hearings draw medical and legal attention. He is 20 and reportedly pressed for cigarettes amid a family dispute over marriage.

Frank B Young Pauline Dey Topeka New York Lurtera Topekana Triad Young J. KR. Chiles D. B. Ematman A. Sluseer W. J. Stewart J. T. Lockhast Magaazine Dr. Eastman Young Leavenworth I Pauline

From Chickamauga Soldier Writes Home About Regimental News

Bugler Bush, son of Secretary of State Hushbax, reports from Chickamauga dated July 16. Capt Vaughn resigns. company keeps top regimental score, but front prospects unclear. Mention of Spain peace rumors, hospital stays, discharges, and fellow soldiers Warren and Berger. attendance and roll call referenced.

Stats Chickamauga Hushbax Clarenor Sugar ix Company Kanean Sayar Vaughn Sentiage Spain Ernest Mets John Warren Eabon Ja Berger Jowell City Chatumocxa

Russell Leaves Legislature After Declining Re Election

Populist Rep. Paul Russell of Min I County says he will not seek re election in Topeka. He states he cannot spare full time for the legislature and has declined a nomination claiming the position demands six days a week year round, saying he has had enough.

Paul Russell Min Topeka Russell Hadenever

Veteran of Two Wars Dead in Washington July 18

Benjamin M Critierson a two war veteran died in Washington. Born in Wells West Virginia he moved to Steulen ville Ohio. He joined the army from Ohio at the start of the Mexican War and served through the conflict under General W McCook. He fought in Berryville Chickamauga Peach Tree Creek and Atlanta and was honorably discharged after time in Davis Island hospital.

Washington Benjamin M. Critierson Wellsbute W. Va Steulenville Ohio Mexico W. McCook Berryville Chickamaugi Peach Tree Creek Atlanta Davis Island Hospital

Improvements at the Crawford Theater Entrance

Manager TL M Crawford has prepared plans for a modern entrance at the Crawford theater a porte cochere will extend from door to curb with ornate design and polished finish swinging doors at the entry and decorated walls. Work starts within two weeks and should be finished by the season opening August 22.

Crawford TL. M. Crawford Crawford Theater

Lieut Krauthof Promoted Amid Wide Promotions

The president’s latest appointments include Taurens Charlee FL Bregthow and Pepeke, with Krauthof elevated to first lieutenant. Krauthof was formerly Blanche Dienst of this city.

Krauthof In & Tongest Associated Press Taurens Charlee

Stankey Makes Brief Missionary Tour For Governor Nomination

Republican nominee W. E. B. Stankey plans a brief statewide tour this week focusing on personal handshakes and affability rather than speeches. He will stop in a town today and move on to Meade tomorrow, delivering no formal addresses but relying on his reputation. Santa Fe Route offers cool dining cars powered by electric fans.

Stanley W. EB. Stankey Paki Sprechts Bel Doves Ny Meade

Senator Baker Presses For Kansas Troops Frontward Effort

United States Senator Lucien Baker visited Topeka meeting Chairman Mort Albaugh to press for sending Kansas troops to the front. He said efforts with the president and Congressman Curtis did not yield action soon. Baker predicted Republican gains in Kansas and outlined campaign plans, noting newspapers would assist.

Baker Kanas United States Lucien Baker Topeka Mort Albaugh Republican Committee Copeland Cliff Baker Kansas Senator Baker Curtis Washington Cy Letanit Campulen Siyer 2Mfort Albaugh J.D. Botkin Athangh Frodna Congress Perkin Fie

Peculiar Head Swellings Reported by Uncle George Lugden

George Lugden, a longtime elevator attendant in Lawrence, has suffered recurring headaches and a growing head since a stroke years ago. He experiences vision obscuration and a general sensation of mistiness with pain at the base of the skull. Multiple physicians have been consulted without relief or clear explanation.

George Lugden Lawrence Svery Bae Steve wilteMt Aavieh Zyviberwy Cans Sir Lugden Federal Mimi Fli Umes Uber Ate Beln Abe

Supt Stryker To Address Indian School Institute In Colorado

Colorado Springs hosts the annual Institute for the instruction of superintendents teachers and others involved in Indian education. Attendees total 104 with welcome addresses by Mayor Irvine and School Superintendent John Dietrich. Speakers include Jimann ex superintendent of Indian schools Bishop Abiel Leonora and Dr W SN Hail.

Indian School Institute Colorado Colorado Springs Cal Autivt Séerornl Indi Parpreeatt M. Irvine John Dietrich W. E. Sivcum Coldo Jimann Aone Bptmd Abiel Leonora Salt Lake Tyle Keel Taislan Aehunis W. SN. Hailfourm

Creedon Bonner Bout Set For August 1 in New York

Dan Creadon of Australia and Jack Bonner of Summit Hill Pa have signed to meet in a 225 round bout before the Granter New York Athletic Club Canty Estanit on August 1. The men agreed to boost the middle weight limit to 119 pounds and the club guarantees a $3,000 purse.

Ban Creedon Bonner New York Dan Creadon Australia Jack Bonner Summit Hil Arides Granter New York Arhletic Club Canty Estanit

Forward to Charleston Marching Orders for Army at Chickamauga

An order directs Col. Pred Bennitt to move the wagons and trains of his brigade to Charleston at once. Rail transportation is arranged and ships tonight. About half the first corps regiments are on waiting orders and will move soon. The Fourth Ohio and Fourth Pennsylvania brigades are among those slated for transfer. Hospital updates include a new surgical ward, reception quarters, and patients about 200 strong, with typhoid cases under debate and a planned Widal test.

Chickamauga Chickamauga Park Tenn Pred Bennitt Bennett Ohio Pennsylvania Ernst Charleston Third Corps Bradbury Waal Mipaskrs First Corps Miijor Weaver Pennsylvente Widal

Kansas Labor Report Details Worker Origins and Wages

The Labor Commissioner reports most Kansas workers are American born. Of 3,422 respondents, 2,335 are American born and 222 foreign born. Most wage earners oppose immigration limits. 604 favor suppression entirely. Eight hour day support stands at 2,388 in favor and 29 opposed. Hourly basis rates average 20 cents, weekly basis 0.09, monthly 344.62. Of 1,667 who answered wage changes, 1,189 note increases and 468 decreases. Average annual living cost listed at 404.27. Home ownership shown by 5 of 2,909. 211 of 1,018 invest annually about 106.71.

Labor Commissioner Kansas

MATIE VICKERS COMIN IN The Gay Matinee Girl

Mattie Vickers Comin will appear in The Gay Matinee Girl at Crawford theater for a three week Kansas run. Monroe and Hurt head the production which played here last season and has been improved for next season. Mild Mattie Vickers is tagged as the equal of Kats Castjeten for the leading role with new scenery and features.

Crawford Kansas Crawford Theater Seaon Monroe Hurt Mattle Vickers Kats Castjeten

CLEAR FOR SANTIAGO COMMERCE TO RESUME WITH CUBA

Washington July 18 Treasury dispatch orders that American or neutral vessels may clear for Santiago de Cuba with supplies and provisions. The telegram was sent to principal conductors along the Atlantic coast. The Santa Fe plans sale of many tickets to Chicago and St Louis at greatly reduced rates for tomorrow and several days.

Cuba Washington Atlantic Cunet Yalvela Santisco de Cuba Treasury Department Santa Fe Chicago St. Louis

Washington ready for next move in Santiago campaign

Washington officials anticipate occupying Santiago and handling prisoners and yellow fever after the Santiago campaign. no reports from Shafter or Sampson early today, but a late dispatch lowers the estimated fever cases to under 200. Duffield has a mild fever, while Admiral Sampson’s report on Cervera’s destruction is en route to the navy department.

Washington Santiago War and Navy Departments Spain Shafter Sampson Tute Ress Col Alden Seting Arthur New York American Line War Department Duffield Admiral Sampson Navy Department St. Louie Santa Fe

Market Report Shows Mixed Grain Prices On Light Volume

Chicago July 18 Wheat declines on favorable harvest weather while corn and oats see modest moves as cooler forecasts stimulate some buying. Hog prices ease at the yards then firm with packers’ demand. cattle and sheep receipts rise, aided by increased feeder activity and steady selling at the deck amid varied demand.

Chicago London Siellec Grisie Sora Sr Sumtember Zac Ans Essie Barrley Rye Dies Auwaat Plax Norhingstern Seus Colesung Texas Exis Naor Lariiss Setits Kansas City Kanne Clix Ieee

New York Money Market Snapshot Review

Market notes report steady sterling exchange and active mercantile business. Prices reflect demand for government bonds and bankers bills. bullion and silver certificates feature in the week’s listings amid cautious trading.

Sterling Exchange Wael

Market Gossip Sees Mixed Grain and Stock Movements

Market gossip notes WNC and SRA activity with Chicago prices and grain receipts. Visible wheat supply declines while corn and oats show varied moves. receipts reported for Minneapolis Duluth and Kansas City. Weather outlook hints unsettled conditions with rain chance, loops of Wall Street activity and bond market shifts amid cautious trading.

Tiverpoo Sure Wavat Thi Focke WNC SRA Northwestern Minneapolis Duluth Grare Minneapolie Kursis Chicago Wiest Kansas City Granta Cilia Kunsan City York Wall Street Atppord AG Tooke Lke New York

Untitled Classified Notice Fragmented for Help Wanted Sale

Fragmented OCR text shows mixed phrases about a boy or gift to work in a shop, items for sale, and requests for parts and care. The readable items include a gasoline tote, Lebeirn carpet and oak office trip, and mentions of wanted work and parts, but details are unclear. This reads as a damaged classifieds snippet.

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