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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1898

Page

5

Salvation Army Hospital Funding and Patient Figures

Dr Agnes Wallace reports on Salvation Army hospital finances from February to January listing 165 patients cared for, 128 in the prior year, with 28 US volunteers sick. Government payment covered maintenance for 6 patients while out of town patients were expected to pay costs. the hospital added beds and charged for added capacity. There are 15 beds, some patients from out of town expected to cover expenses.

Agnes Atcxes Wallace Salvation Army Hospital Fince Faruary U. S Deltas Dadente Ensian Hawk Jeff Topeks Wallace

Beach Hotel Fire Hits St Louis Delegates Plans

The Beach hotel on the Swift front burned today amid fuzzy details in a special from Galveston. The building owned by WE Hughes of Dallas and St Louis was closed for months and slated to open August 1 for the state Democratic convention delegates. Fire blamed on a defective electric wire.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Galveston

Local notices and personal updates from Topeka and beyond

Readers are informed of daily errands visits and travels of Topeka residents. Special sale at Costley and Post's on embroidery and laces. Various relatives visit or travel to Denver Atchison Omaha La Crosse and Fort Worth. Funeral details note the death of Daniel Armstrong of La Crosse with services in Topeka.

Kimball Pig, Co Gem Bakery Thamas Cranel Denver Costley & Post D. Small Atchison Johon Betts Lawrence Givens B. Lyon Charles Mosday New York Mim Joe Warnock Kifer Velencis Church of the Good Shepherd Laurent and Quincy Streets Park Wright Sue Wright Fort Worth Texas Augie Daniel Armstrong Armstrong North Topeka Maple Grove Stewart Topeka Snow Petimets Curtis Weet Curtis Street Charlie Armatrong Congressman Curtis Jerome Colvin Armetrong la Crosse Armatrone

Deal May Be Off in St Louis Ball Club Settlement

Creditors of Sportsmans park and club gathered to meet President Mackenfies by appointment to settle for 50 cents on the dollar but were disappointed. Edward C Becker withdrew from the Browns deal, new claims arise, and investors fear safety of the investment as claims mount. Some believe Becker’s withdrawal may be a ruse amid rising uncertainty.

St Louis Ball Club St. Louis Sportsmans’ Park Mackenfies Marckesfuse Mackenfuss Edward C. Becker Browns Becker Hily

Bourgogne Victims Found Near St Johns In Wreckage

The Siberian reports off Sabine Island that a large lot of Bourgogne wreckage is afloat near St Johns Newfoundland. A woman's body with a life belt was recovered from the debris, identified among the salvage. The ship had arrived from Philadelphia and was seen Wednesday.

Bourgogne St Johns Siberian Philadelphia la Bourgogne Sable Ikland

Topeka Social Event Highlights Lawn Fete and Tallies

S Sutton hosted a refined lawn fete and platform dance for guests including Miss Simmons and Sir Athen Simmons of Cedar Rapids. The house featured Japanese lanterns, ornate dining arrangements with Battenburg centerpiece, and a grand display of candescent lighting. A tally Ho party afterward drew Daisy and Alma Sherman and many others from Topeka society to the Reform school graveyard event. attendees included numerous Misses and Mr. Morgans, Robisons, Wilsons, and diverse local names.

Mre.c Battenburg Hls, Morgan HL Robinson A. K. Wilson Din Vile O'Brien Myre Jeunore Mattin Shradshaw Geirgiana Wasmon Robert Wastson Henw McClintock Lillian Whitelock Mary Thompson Mabel Quigiey Walker Mabel Martin Annie Jones Will Alexander Harry Seabrook J. J. Falls Austin Brady Bease Beerman Hubert Fuirgtes Charis Karnes Joe Morgan Ralphi Petersen Louie Staith Howard Dennis W.W. Webbetr Warryn Akers Hen Akers David Lokin Terrence Ewart DeForrest Jetmore John Waters Esternes Joe Wilson Charle Lagerstrom William Mackay Lyon Oscar Woulverton Burwn Madge Roland Evans Charlies Adams Dick Alden Julius Weidling Ralph Moore Worr Norton Galen Nichols Mtr Paul Palmer Lee Forbes Nellis

Western Sorosis Entertains and Picnic at Garfield Park

Mrs Avery Turner of Quincy hosted Western Sorosis guests with fragrant sweet peas and a table centerpiece of flowers while Mrs Turner’s guests of honor included Mrs LW Turner Mr JW Sykes and Mrs John Wicbson The afternoon featured European phonograph collections and a picnic for local youths at Garfield Park chaperoned by Mrs J L King Rain curtailed the park event and moved the gathering to a porch party at Miss King’s home

Avery ‘Turner Turner Quincy Stns AL McCarter GA. Huron J. W. Roby PC. Chamber Tain LW. Turner JW. Sykes John Wicbson Europe Garfield Park Helen Smith Jeannette Lord Hila Hincksey Sue Sharitt Marjory Wheeler Helen Wilson Misa Huth Wilson Emily King Kurts Kellam Hob Garver Tom Frost Burton Mudge Joe Wilson Everett Dallas Dorr Norton Guilford Dudley Wallace Estelle J. L. King Dot Miss King Mamie Frost Chicago F.C. Harts and Son M.A. Low Verm Low Mise Dna McCushook Trenton Tye Tattle Atchison Leavenworth Ethel Merwin Kansas City Art Lois Ewart GW. Mitchell Ohl Pennsylvania Diffendérfer Uitle von Maldrui Cherryvale Kinderenrten F. ©. Powhoe Hisiand Hineks Eighth Katens Avenue George Arter Cleveland J. A. Bartholomew Dubuque L. E. Gartside Atchison Topeka Gartside Donover Fannie Sutherland Carbondale Lions Gavitt Newton Gertl Ellie of Sullivan Charles Hendrie Walter Nolie Buchanan Join Hobson Quines J. W. Sykes B. Reed Roberts Susa Ethel Morrie Fort Worth Texas Byron Davis Wallace Estelte Hoonville Burton Madze Misa Mothe Ethel Lenna Shore JE. J. Thorpe Ann L. M. Carter Lincoln Omaha Bechelor Club Ross Burnt Silas Rain George Wilmarth L. Blakesley Porter Smith I. F. Dani George Bates Tisen Ang Josephine Watson Harper Springs Mich J. L. Sheldon P. O City

Hull Jones Wedding Among July Home Affairs

One of the prettiest home weddings of the month featured Miss Orah Leonore Hull and Mr. William Albert Jones on Wednesday evening July 20 at the bride’s parents’ home, Mr. and Mrs. A Hull. Marie Conk played Mendelssohn. They entered the parlor led by Rev. A J Coe, stood by a bay window with asparagus, rooms filled with cut flowers. The bride wore a white organdy gown trimmed with Valenciennes lace, a white satin ribbon sash and bow, carrying bridal roses. Refreshments were served by Misses.

Hull-Jones Orah Leonore Hull William Albert Jones A. Hull Marie Conk Mendelsopin Hev. A. J. Coe

Social notes and porch party guests amid Fourth of July gatherings

Local notices detail wedding plans for Hashing and Miss Deirdull with Mr. Jones from Kamas Fab Ashing, and a bright Indy bride. A Fourth of July porch party hosted by Miss Anna Crane features Japanese lanterns and flowers, with attendees including Mr RE Thomas and Mr Otis Dalton. The column lists numerous regional visits, lawn fetes, and travelers from Topeka to Chicago, plus club events and upcoming social functions.

Hashing Miss Deirdull Mr. Jones Tay Kamas Fab Indy Anna Crane Leasant Toru Will Carey RE Thomas Otis Dalton Frank Crank Hose Hiater Tom Kistler B Lyon Daisy Hayes

Ed Little Telegram Prompts Philippine Queen for Topeka Carnival

A missive from Lt Col Ed Little of the Twentieth Kansas at Camp Merritt requests sending a Philippine queen for Topeka carnival festivities if possible. He favors Kansas queens and notes prior success with Miss Whitney, addressing time, expense, and the Carnival Knights meeting to decide on a queen from the Philippines or other Pacific regions.

Topeka ED Lite Twenieth Kansas Camp Merritt San Francisco Karnival Kulehis Iselt Holliday G. K Kas Manila Kansas EC. Little Holiday Red Knights Little Thomases Bea Miss Whitney Philips Pines Whitney Hong Kong Ueline Otier Ex- Pais Kansina Ape Katniver Sears

Schley Orders Return Of Log Books In St Louis Prisoner Clash

At Guantanamo Bay on July 23 Commodore Schley, learning Spanish fleet officers had brought log books aboard the Cristobal Colon, ordered them held. Captain de Frigate Contreras asked for their return, but Schley insisted the records go to his government for information, noting Spanish surrender and damage. The log book, translated by Lieutenant Wells, outlines Cervers's fleet movements from departure to the destruction.

Guantanamo Bay Cervers Spain St. Louis James H. Sears Cristobal Colon Schley Adolphus Contreras Capliane de Frigate Brooklyn Behley Tshail Benjamin Wells, Jr Daily Record

Young People Union Held at Saratoga in August News

The Young People's Christian Union of the United Presbyterian Church of North America plans a gathering at Saratoga New York on August 25 185. The Santa Fe Route offers tickets there and back at savings with a band concert at Garfield Park and extension of return terms.

Saratoga N. Y Santa Fe Garfield “Park

Survey Board at Presidio Reports Deaths and Reassignments

San Francisco July 23 Army post at the Presidio is turned over to Brigadier General Miller by retired Lt. Col. Morris. The division field hospital reports 180 cases and three deaths including Private Cecil Flower of Twentieth Kansas. Pneumonia claims Private James F. Stafford First Tennessee and Perry Hermon Tenth Pennsylvania. A board of survey is to straighten Quartermaster L C Smith's tangled accounts. Lt. Col. Barnett and Capt Perry, Lt Milesam detailed. A general court martial is ordered for the Second Brigade with Col. William C. Smith named president.

San Francisco Presidio Miller Morris Division Field Hospital Cecil Flower Company L Twentieth Kansas Volunteers Belvue Kaur James F. Stafford First Tenntssee Perry Hermon Pennsylvania Barnett Perry Milesam L. C. Smith Kansas William C. Smith First Tennessee

Annexation of Cuba as Manifest Destiny in England

London reports debate over U S actions after Santiago and the presidential proclamation. Echoes that annexation of Cuba would imply Porto Rico and threaten the Caribbean coast, with Monroe Doctrine fears and calls for strong American naval power. Observers warn of costs and potential war with Spain, while others predict shifts in U S governance and global influence.

England London Santiago Cuba Porto Rios Nicaragua Canal Spain Saturday Review I Adda Palis America House of Representatives Senate United States Tong Woul

Omaha Exposition Promises Grand United States Event

June 1 details describe the October List Grand Exposition near Omaha, a major midwestern fair with cheap access and quick routes. Through tickets allow stop overs, with reduced excursion rates via the Burlington Route, promoting easy travel from Missouri and Mississippi Valleys. Agents in Topeka and St Rouleville coordinate plans.

United States Missouri Mississippi Omaha Burlington

Litibokaniani Plans Manifesto on Hawaii Crown Lands

Rumor among close friends says Litibokaniani, former Hawaiian queen, will issue a statement in Honolulu upon arrival. She intends to protest the transfer of crown lands confiscated by the republic, estimated at nearly 1,000,000 acres yielding substantial annual rent, while prominent lawyers prepare to oppose the U.S. government.

San Francisco Litibokaniani Hawaian Islands Honolulu Republic Tels Wald Wilh Clarin Cor The United States

POTATOES FOR THE ARMY Fifteen Carloads Ordered From St Louis

A St Louis mission house received orders from the Army quartermaster at Chickamauga for 13 carloads of potatoes to ship immediately to Tampa. The firm hired extra drays and canvassed the city, loading 15 carloads for transport to Santiago via Tampa.

St. Louis Armistane Chicksnauga Tampa Fis Santiago

Petroleum field found near Bulawayo and typhoid cases rise

Bulawayo reports claim of a valuable petroleum field within 30 miles of the city. In Cincinnati 80 typhoid cases are noted. Soldiers arriving from Tampa are reported to be well. Private Daniel Crowley of Company F Sixty-ninth New York buried with no word from friends. Port Thomas hospitals hold 339 arrivals, four wounded and typhoid cases among them.

Cincinnati Pots ‘Thomas Fron Tampa

Saratoga Young Feo Union Meets in Topeka Travel Plan

A meeting of a group titled Young Feo file's Christian Union at Saratoga N. Y. on August 8, 1594 discusses travel from Topeka to Saratose and back for 31612. The Santa Fe Route agent will advise on the method, focusing on quality over cost. Peerless Steam Laundry Utah and West BuA.

Saratoga Young Feofile Christian Union Topeka Saratose Agent Santa Fe Peerless Steam Laundry West Bua

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Kimball Kansas Ave T. P. Culley Tribune Topeka Cycle Co West Sth St Salvation Army Burns Jackson St Social and Personal Focal Aitaire Sam Tapasny Irene Conkeverare ED Little Kinley Board OF Survey L .O. Smith Omaha Exposition Otteneral Manager St Laure Ma Townsen E. Nipps Kan Ripans Chemical Weruce Btrery CFT Woodbury National Stables Gilchrist Bros Jackson S .' Ekasaee Lil LAW St Louis Bulawayo Capetown Daily Mall Saga
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