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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1899

Page

2

Otis Must Go Troops Disgusted With Philippine Campaign

San Francisco July 25 United States transport Indiana arrives with many soldiers returning from Manila. Regulars voice sharp criticism of Otis and call for Lawton or Miles to command. Soldiers describe indecisive strategy, insufficient troops, and demand immediate changes to end the war in the Philippines.

San Francisco United States Indiana Haa Manila Rome J. M. Futrell Eighteenth Uniited States Infantry Philippines Lawton Otix Ofte Lawson Otmpalen W. Hall Eighth Clarénes & Curb Utah Phil Ippines Olle Jon John Feiger Hichseenth United States Infantry Byervitine W. Spell Cole L. Bixter Aguinaldo Otis Theorme Baker Oregon Volunteers Orie Miles Or Lawton Steeph & Walthall Twenty-third United Stntes Infantry Lawsen Soretiime Davidson Fourteenth W. B. Burver Eighteenth United Suites Infantry W. F. Sileggler Eighteenth Mies Mabna Tonger Spain Colorado Palgm Otte Ie Fred Tobin South Dakota Anil Bates Wwe

Faulty leadership blocks Philippine campaign says editor

An archived critique argues general Otis is weak and unpopular with officers and troops while promising victory remains out of reach against Aguinaldo. It praises Generals King, Anderson, and Gresne while calling for Otis removal to ensure success.

Curtin United States Artillery Otis Aguinaldo King Anderson Gresne Wheaton Lawton Ering Otle

Jeffries to Sail for Europe on July 27

Reports say Jeffries plans a July 27 departure for Europe to spar in England with opponent details noted. Mentions Barker, Jutesi Frat Bershae rs, and a plan to face Singin g Bere at esjee phrensel Ricks in a timed contest. Stated purse reportedly 3b pounds with Sammy Hasta mentoring Cop tas for a potential bout.

Europe Wil Spar England New York Jutesi Bershae Bitty Heady Notitt Jim Jemries Bere Esjee Rhee Tata Otwosn Skt Canroy Armetrong Atickines Sammy Hasta Copetas Hu Arcisirdag Iid Matoy

The Reckless Endangerment of Health Warned in Print

A health exhortation warns that reckless risk takers harm themselves with dangerous stunts. Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery is touted as the cure for consumption and related lung illnesses, claimed to improve digestion, appetite, and sleep while restoring vitality. Testimonials from Card Spang Seat Co advocate its efficacy and colorfully depict relief from chronic coughs and weakness.

Pierce Nip Ag. Beerhert Card Spang Seat Co Jad Pius

Foraker on Alger Resignation and War Leadership

Senator Foraker returns from the east and discusses General Alger's resignation, the president's role, and public sentiment. He critiques attacks on Alger, suggests the president’s awareness, and argues future critics will arise. He also weighs possible successors and recalls Otis while hoping for decisive policy ends.

Cincinnati Senator Foraker New York Washington Deer Park Forbker Alger Foraker Tom Toma Eurly Alasmaas Uke Alsen Xenator Micklean Aeniter Miles Alarr Melkinsey Mies Warms Merritt

Shooting Evidence in Canton Murder Trial Exposed

Chicago July 2. Evidence from a 15 year old boy, claiming to be son of M M Hogan, superintendent of Altman Manufacturing, surfaced in juvenile court regarding the murder of George D Saxton, brother-in law to President McKinley. The boy said he aided the shooting and reported the event before fleeing Canton. The case was continued to July 26.

Chicago Anna George Caxton George D. Saxton McKintey Huse Mogan Richard McKnight Feu Lincoln &Vente Youre Hogan M. Hozat Altman Manufacturing Company Canton Pathis Kelly Hogan Coure

Gold dust shipment from Atlin reaches Skagway vaults

One hundred thirty thousand dollars in gold dust arrived on the evening train from Atlin via Seattle. The Altin branch of the Merchant's Bank of Halifax sent the cargo led by traveling auditor Mr Bots ford. Nuggets were stored in a dedicated apartment, the largest weighing over 16 ounces. James Murphy of Olympia, Washington, displayed a collection of handsome nuggets valued about 100 dollars, highlighting the creeks Pine Wright and Wi.

Skagway Alaska Seattle Atlin Altin Halifax Botsford James Murphy Olympia Pine Wright, Wi

Rich gold finds and busy mining on river creek

Blankedship Onwright reports a lucrative mining season with 25 men at work on the creek. D 7 Punalis of Puyallup drives large dust output daily. Rich quartz recently struck by Christopher of Portland. Judge Irving rapidly settles disputes favoring original lot owners. Many claims idle due to disagreements and costs. season likely opens in August with only modest expected output for the next two months.

Onwright Auecens Wislow Punalis Puyallup Christopher Portland Irving Ir iv

Peace Conference Closes With Conventions On War Laws

The Hague notes the final act of the International Peace Conference. Delegates approved conventions for pacific dispute settlement and laws of land warfare, banning asphyxiating gases and expanding bullets. Five opinions urged neautral rights, uniform arms study, and Geneva convention planning, with private property protections to be reserved for future talks.

The Hague

National League Games Mixed With Expanded Box Score Fragments

Reading through a garbled wire of baseball results, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, and Minneapolis show scattered score summaries. Several innings and lineups appear, with players like Hatterins, Sobel, Magee, Douglass, and McFarland named amid partial box scores and city references.

Pittsbors Hatterins Pittsburg Teuver Sobel Philadelphia Pratter Bertivert McFarland- Secord Inwlrige Pittatory Rooperones Paradelphia Dostlognh I Ballerice Hoffer Bower Magee and Douglass Barvers Neinnal Dwyer Taylor Este and Wood Suston Siahols Clarae

Ottawa Chautauqua Ticket Offer to Pittsburg via Rock Island

Missouri Pacific sells Ottawa bound round trip tickets for July dates. Topeka departure at 34 minutes past and arrival at Forest Park, Pittsburg tickets priced at 25.40 dollars. For details call Rock Island offices or phone listed.

Ottawa Chautauqua Missouri Pacific Topeka Forest Park Pittsburg Great Rock Island Rock

Extradition of Mrs Rich in Mexico Border Case

Mrs. Mattie Cc Rich was extradited from Ciudad Juarez to Mexican authorities after the murder accusation against her husband John D Rich. The case drew border attention as concerns over American citizens facing Mexican justice rose. Rich, a Chicago World’s Fair settler, allegedly beat a rival, and was shot by a time when he returned home. Mrs Rich defended herself and protested the extradition.

el Paso Tux Mattie Cc. Rich John D. Rich Ciudad Juarez Mexico Hich John ©. Rich City Kan Rich Ich Mra City of Ciudad Juares

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