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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1899

Page

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Ward-Dispute Over New State Asylum Location

Western Kansas counties push for early asylum, while eastern regions resist. Debate centers on site near Topeka or Osawatomie, with Parsons and a legislative committee backing a western facility within seventy miles of the state line. Voters and towns jockey for influence as final site decision nears.

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Parson Victory Debated in Kansas Asylum Debate

In a heated Kansas political contest, Parsons gains support amid factional feuds over the asylum's location and party loyalties. Leland and Crim figure in backroom moves while Newton, Wellington, and other towns sway ballots as Anderson, Lewelling, and others pivot between Parson and Newton. The committee's chart suggests underhand tactics influenced the late rounds. The Cracker Trust story closes the report with Seattle rumors of cracker syndicate funding delays.

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Nash Named Ohio Governor At Republican Convention

The Ohio Republican state convention at The Auditorium Columbus elected George M. Nash as governor on the second ballot after months of debate. Nash, a 45 year old Columbus attorney and former Franklin County prosecuting attorney, accepted with a vigorous speech. Ex-congressman Caldwell won lieutenant governor, with Wilson and Alexander as opponents. Other nominees included Giffert for state auditor and Cameron for state treasurer, while party platform praised the Spanish American War results and urged protections against trusts, tax equality, and Ohio’s centennial at Toledo in 1906.

Columbus Feaders Kerr Committee On Rules and Order of Hamilton County Holcomb Cuyahoga Nawh Franklin Otherews H. M. Daugherty James W. Holcoub George K. Nash Henry €. Taylor Franklin County Julge J. W. Hall HE. W. King Sandusky Nash Jones Cuxahare Cox Haralien Cleveland George M. Nash Wee Supreme Court Harry Daugherty Anthe Weld Judge Nash Jub A Caldwell ES. Wilson Ironton J Park Alexander Akron Caldwell Porkker and Hanna Chas Foster A c Nash W. D Giffert Sane D. Cameron Lisbon W. Hull Nts Trad Dude Jean F. Tradbury Supreme Judec Frank Huffman Board of Public Verks Spain Cuba Ohio Lincoln Mckinsey Porto Rico Philippines Ciel Fitti Fith Congress General Assembly of Toledo

Platform Adopted by Ohio Republican Convention in June

The Ohio Republican convention adopts the platform praising McKinley era policies. It denounces Democratic tariff reform, laments depression, and credits Republican governance with restoring public credit and honest money under President McKinley.

Columbus Republican Party Oto United States Democratic Party William McKinles Putile

Train Robbery Near Cheyenne Stuns West

Denver reports a westbound Overland Flyer No 1 was held up near Cheyenne by four to six robbers who blew open the express car. Engineer Jones wounded, robbers escaped toward the mountains with the safe contents. Sheriff pursues. bridge damaged but passable for trains.

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Wages Jump Boosts Chicago Iron Industry Profits

Chicago workers see wage increases across machinery and iron sectors. About 20,000 employees gained raises averaging around 20 percent as firms report improved demand and confidence. Executives from National Tube Works, Webster Manufacturing, Bullock Manufacturing and others cite rising orders and steady growth, with some firms noting a threefold rise in business.

Chicago Times-Herald National Tube Works

Lafayette arrives at Coton Colombia amid Dreyfus rumors

The French steamer Lafayette, under Captain De Chaplen, from St Nagaire, May 9, reaches Coton Colombia on June 2. Reports say Dreyfus is not aboard. a voyage plan would place him in Atlantic ports before Lafayette returns to France. A Paris dispatch claimed guards boarded to escort Dreyfus, with a possible end of June return.

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Bandits of Hole in the Wall Gang Terrorize State After Robbery

State sheriffs of Albany and Carben counties with United States marshals pursue bandits believed to be members of the notorious Hole in the Wall gang. Robbery left little known value and the robbers reportedly took their time, while authorities search for the fugitives who have long terrorized the area.

Albany Carben United States State

Marchand Has His Way with Senegal Sharpshooters Visit Paris

Paris June 2 AAP EMILY CRAWFORD reports crowds greet Marchand and his Senegal sharpshooters as they arrive. He secures a Paris visit for the troops, attending a Marine Ministry luncheon where a gold medal and sword of honor are awarded. The group sails for Africa and the Paris welcome is described with admiration for Marchand’s “democratic army.”

Marchand Paris Gaepsright Associated Press Marchard Ministry of Marine Madame Lockfay Marine Victor Hives Madame Bingo-Charicot Venice Guipure Madama Lockroy Senegal Africa Toulon Madame Lockroy Dircault Novak Victor Hugo Emily Crawford

Troops to Sail for Manila on Sheridan Transport

San Francisco June 2 troops from the Fourth cavalry stationed in Yellowstone Park to sail for Manila on the transport Sheridan due June 7. Two companies of the Fifteenth infantry and 1,276 recruits to Philippines on the Sheridan. A medical board examined troops at the Presidio to certify fitness. Sheridan later unlikely to depart soon. A hydrostatic test revealed bolts failed. repairs expected about twenty five days. City of Puebla to be chartered to carry the matériel intended for the Sheridan.

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Public Debt Falls In Treasury Cash Balance Update

Washington June 2 The monthly state agent reports May 31 close of business debt in treasury shows cash on hand decreased. Details list outstanding bearing debt and notes, with flows indicating increased cash needs and demand for redemption funds.

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Japan Aroused Over Shanghai Spy Report

An Oriental dispatch from Seattle notes Japan is aroused by a Shanghai report claiming 12 Japanese spies were captured by a fort at Tosane and executed in a fortress. Details are sparse, but the incident appears tied to Elis Tung peneinula.

Seattle Wash Oriental Japan Shanghai Husstane

Paty Arrested in Dreyfus Forgery Probe

Paris reports Lieutenant Paty du Clain, deeply implicated in recent cassation court proceedings and likely the instigator of some Dreyfus forgeries, was arrested at 7:30 PM and confined to Cherche-Midi military prison.

Paris Paty du Clain Ree Cent Court of Cassation Dreyfus Cherche

Mines Will Close in London Area Amid Labor Dispute

Miners at London South Carolina camps plan to shut down over wage disputes as The Slocan Star agrees to the demand while Livear Star resists paying eight of ten hours. Unions are strongly organized and miners head to Sandon for major meetings as talks continue.

London Livear Star Slocan Star Ith Lace Lumbers Sandon

Gold Shipment Surprises Wall Street on Europe Trade

New York June 2 The Journal reports a sudden plan by National City Bank to ship 1000000 in gold to Europe aboard the Lucania. The move, linked to the Spanish indemnity payment, unsettles Wall Street as bankers debate risks and the impact of Europe’s demand for exchange and imports.

New York Nation City Bank Europe Wall Street United States

DROWNED HIMSELF IN A LAKE DURING PRIVATE MEREYACK RIDE

Chisase June 7. Jemnain Kelnts an Augtiah tourist threw himself into the lake near Wight on a private party trip with four friends. Rescue efforts failed. Heintz later died in the hospital. F.OM. Skinger, a dentist in the boat, said Helste was only a casual acquaintance and they did not know his address. He had been sending small remittances from England and drank heavily, leading to suicide speculation. Heintz planned to go to Chicago in February.

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Governor Poynter Loses Governor's House Bid

Lincoln June 2 Governor Poynter was ordered out of the governor's residence by his landlord amid a dispute over a mansion purchase. The legislature earlier appropriated 25000 to buy a mansion and the Board of Public Buildings now must select a new home for the governor. Various offers have been reviewed for three weeks with no decision. The governor will pay transient hotel rates in the interim.

Lincoln N.b Poynter Hour

Died in agony at Whitewater area in Te. Sm art three miles sitc

A woman died by self-inflicted means with wooden ashes. She had dementia for three years and previously attempted suicide two years earlier using antique parts. Her husband supported her, and she died in agony. Burial occurred that evening at the family home. In other notes, the Mankato Gun Club hosted its second annual tournament on June 3 attracting shooters from surrounding counties. Notables included Heer, Arnold, Headrick, Humbles, and C F Horne winning the gold medal after a tight contest. The club emphasizes its traps and hospitable event.

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Weather Indications for Kansas Area

Chicago for Kansas sees partly cloudy conditions with showers and possible thunderstorms in the vicinity this afternoon and tonight. Cooler air moves in for the Earthwear portion with Saturday forecast generally fair. Southerly winds shift to northwest.

Chicago Kansas

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