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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1898
Page
6
A fragmentary item from the Daily News hints at troop movements and mobilization. It mentions Generals and units preparing, with transports expected to depart soon as plans mill toward a distant destination.
A Madrid correspondent reports dire forecasts as Spain confronts internal strife and a foreign war. Ministers are accused of impotence while regency tensions rise and a change in power appears possible but uncertain. Parliament and ministries are split, raising the specter of upheaval and grave consequences for the nation.
The twenty first Kennel conference of the Vectre Light ion berng thres diya session 1 opened in the Auditorium Chicago. President Samuel insull of the Chicago Edison Company delivered the annual address after an executive committee meeting. Calvin H R Rice of Brooklyn read a paper on cost of generation and distribution of a unit of electricity. A general discussion addressed prices and the founts for electric currents and methods of billing customers. Professor Futjika, a leading authority on electric lighting in Japan, was among visitors.
Kanaan City, Missouri, June 7. B Turner was convicted and sentenced to five years in the Penitentiary. He conducted his own defense, seeking delays by juror irregularities and addressing the jury with an eloquent, tearful speech. Police deem him one of the country’s most dangerous criminals.
Washington reports both houses delaying until midnight last night as leaders aim to finish work promptly at 10 o clock today. A decisive report is expected before the end of the week as the war revenue bill moves toward completion.
A garbled block of classifieds offers healing for unspecified maladies, missing addresses, and rewards for returns. It lists Washburn College, summer programs, job ads for a lunch counter girl and an employment agency, plus a call for a partner in an office business, all in disjointed phrasing with numerous typos and incomplete names.
Reflections on peace rumors show buoyancy in Spanish fours though no authority confirms any accord. Berlin reportedly says Spain has not signed for immediate relief while Washington rebuffs linger unresolved. The St Petersburg dispatch addresses European mediation on American claims, drawing astonishment from papers and criticism of Russia pressuring France.
June reports from Havana describe rapid fortification work amid a government drive. Civil governor and officials labor on batteries while unemployed workers receive similar opportunities. Turnip cultivation zones excel, easing poverty. Palace announces Turin’s victory near Palasada in Pinar del Rio. insurgents reportedly left 17 dead and captives. Spaniards admit 15 fatalities.
Havana dispatch says Col Adea's Spanish column clashed with rebels aiding a landing near Santiago de Cuba. American warships protected the landing party. The outcome is unknown, but bombardment renewal was reportedly timed to menacing effect with minimal Spanish interference.
Washington report says cabinet discussed military and naval plans with no policy change. Troop dispatch to Santiago is expected within a day or two after equipment and large siege guns arrived. Army of occupation to advance quickly, aiming to seize or destroy Admiral Cervera's fleet and support insurgent efforts.
All vaccinated for trans port safety as Panama ship The City of Pura arrives. The state’s Methodist commission plans civil war style spiritual care for soldiers. Colorado Nebraska Pennsylvania Minnesota men vaccinated, others to follow. Corporal CP Amex of Nebraska volunteers discharged for cadet appointment at West Point.
June 7 report from Buffalo notes a cruiser sighting by a veteran crewman. The vessel, formerly the Morgan liner EY Cat, was purchased by the Braeulen government and converted into a dysiamite cruiser.
Miss Tilly Hicks of Kansas City visits Ars Belle Thermpeon at 8 Topeka avenue while Governor Leady returns to Topeka from Lawrence. Warden Landis releases monthly report showing expenses of 1058 and income of 2979, deficit covered by 7615 from treasurer. Edwin Percy Grimith, Santa Fe brakeman killed at Corwith, Ti, funeral set for Wednesday at 3 at 9 Sartixor street residence. Undertaker J. M. Knight reports ambulance takings at Camp Leedy and related bills totaling 59. Watsons Livery noted.
The American Medical Association opened in Denver at Broadway theater with Gov. Adams and Mayor McMurray giving welcome addresses. Col Alfred A. Woodhull read the president’s address in Sternberg’s absence as the meeting discussed pedagogic reforms, with new member colleges elected and officers named. The American Medical Association trustees also contributed 10 000 dollars to a Chicago home building fund.
Hutchinson reports at 1:20 this afternoon that Hoof and Stanley forces are trying a combined effort to win most votes in the breakup and reap the joint payoff. Mood forces claim the Emporion nomination is assured, while Stagileyites say the Wichita man will win. Even with the alliance, other candidates insist they can name Seaton or Heesin.
Smith Center Kansas June 7 delegates and visitors fill the opera house as populists and Democrats convene to name a candidate. Webb McNall claims strength as a proponent of reform, while N B McCormick seeks renomination. Harry Gray and local backers push for Osborne and Mitchell county support amid a crowded field.
Senator Hawley has introduced a bill to recognize the engineer corps of the army. The proposal creates a command structure with a chief at brigadier general rank, seven colonels, fourteen lieutenant colonels, 25 majors, and 25 captains, with promotions by seniority. In St. Louis a reception honored Colonel Nelson Cole after his appointment as brigadier general by President McKinley. General John W. Noble delivered the keynote remarks as secretary of the interior under President Harrison.
Chicago hosts the first national convention at Ubirjenh's hall with National President Eugene V. Debs greeting delegates. About 125 delegates from 30 states attend, including women, with G. C. Clemens among the attendees. The credential committee is elected, chaired by J. C. De Armond of Colorado, with W. Johnson of Kansas and J. J. Finn of Illinois as members.
The W. W. Manspeaker grocery in Topeka has been sold to W. A. Robins of Cheyenne Wyoming. Robins will file a charter today forming Robins Mercantile Company with a $28 000 capital stock. Directors will include Robins family and Manspeaker. Robins, a former Cheyenne merchant, moved to Topeka with his family, intends to educate his daughters, and will occupy the store rooms near Seventh street and Kundas avenue.
Camp Alger Virginia June 7 A colonel has not chosen recruiting detail yet but will likely appoint an officer and four non commissioned soldiers from each battalion. The Twenty second Kansas reports over a score with measles in vision hospital and most men not yet infected are at risk. The regiment is now fully uniformed and awaits issued arms within days.
San Francisco June 7 The steamer Belgic from the Orient is placed in quarantine after three smallpox cases emerged on board since Hong Kong. One case landed at Nagasaki, another at Kobe, the third at Hong Kong. No new cases since leaving Honolulu. cargo will be cleaned and passengers possibly landed tonight. Troop ships sighted earlier, with preparations in Honolulu for pending arrivals and a public reception planned.
Patrolman Racker found a man sleeping in the city park and charged him with trespassing. The suspect promised to leave the city and was released. Prince Hedrick appeared later intoxicated in the Frock Island yards, resisted arrest, and was jailed. a disciplinary approach followed. Rob Cushenberry, slated for a assault and battery trial, fled custody but was recaptured after a deputy’s intervention. charges included assault and battery, with murder rumors tied to a local marshal’s case from about a year ago.
San Francisco on June 7 reports strong appetite for new 3 percent war bonds. The First National Bank opened subscription books and within an hour $44,000 was subscribed in amounts from $25 upward. Thirty five people have taken bonds totaling $125, with banks promising about $100,000 more. Bonds to be issued in about ten days.
Madrid correspondent reports the Spanish cabinet concluded that no effective blockade exists and will notify the powers. An informal notification has already been mailed.
Washington June 7 The comptroller of the currency reports the failure of the Delaware National bank of Delhi New York. The bank held 293 in deposits and 17746 in surplus with 100000 capital. Officials cite excessive loans as the cause of the failure.
Chicago June 7 Wheat market report notes Kansas crop condition improving amid favorable weather. Liverpool cables show losses as futures slip. July and September wheat traded lower. corn and oats follow weakness. hogs, cattle, and sheep receipts mixed with cautious demand. Kansas City markers show steady to strong cattle, hogs and sheep prices with light trade.
An OCR fragment outlines Kansas City market items for corn and cereals with various grade numbers and prices. Mentions butter products and creamery references but is largely fragmented and lacks complete details for a full summary.
The article notes mixed market signals with weak wheat receipts and variable bond activity. It highlights government bonds, stock movements, and earnings factors in major firms, while detailing Chicago receipts for wheat and corn and noting shifting investor sentiment amid rail and industrial stock movements.
June FE Bonovan Com Co Columbia Big Room 5 Telephone 182 Toneks Kas Hl Guiline Correspondent Grain Provision Stocks You can buy or sell anything dealt In on the principal exchanges of the country through us Direct wires Quick service Reasonable ins or by wire letter or telephone promptly executed References National Bank of Commerce EK C Commercial Bank St Louis Central National Topeka
An OCR fragment appears to reference Topeka and a feature or note system, though the text is garbled. The readable portions mention Topeka and an item titled or described as a feature or note with unclear context.
Ordinance 1060 authorizes nine tows to transfer funds totaling about 100 dollars from the general revenue fund to various departments including Fire and Library. The measure directs city officials to move money from the general fund to support departmental needs as recorded by May month end, with expected approval by the City Council.
The mayor and city clerk are authorized to execute John Ritchie’s warranty deed for city of Topeka walks. The bond amount is three thousand dollars with terms as specified, taking effect after publication in the official paper. Passed by the council June 6, 198. Mayor PEL LOWS and City Clerk TREET.
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