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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1898
Page
8
A political discussion in Topeka centers on reforming the police force. Officials critique a partisan approach and argue for a non political merit system with capable officers. The piece cites potential appointments including John Withersin and Tim Donovan, and questions the influence of party politics on public safety.
Manila reports a severe food shortage with many boats sent into the Taghon to hunt for supplies. Officials admit they have been buying rations but have yet to secure any substantial cargo.
County Jayer Carl Lawson moved to have John HH Collins plead insanity amid disputes over his confinement. Authorities say the defense cites strict orders from A A Godand preventing access to others. Family members only allowed visits as a precautionary measure. allegations note Collins avoids jail fare while meals are delivered to him.
County Attorney A B Jetmore states the state has a strong case against John regarding the alleged offense. He notes the defense may seek a preliminary hearing or move toward trial, but insists the negroes stories are corroborated by responsible witnesses and public records.
Abe K Fulford ex showman is jailed for contempt after failing to repay a judgment of several hundred dollars to Arthur Massey. Probate Judge Dolman ordered restraint and payment of 1446 from county funds. Fulford is held until the money is produced or face continued confinement.
In Newton Kansas on June 17 friends of Will Harmon a Harvey county youth who rode Dewey's fleet received a Los Angeles paper with his portrait and a letter he wrote since Manila Bay. The letter was addressed to Harmon's father now in Los Angeles and contains vivid description of the great victory. Horton is a crewman on the Petrel and Harmon was born and raised in the county. Superintendent Parker of Postal Telegraph in Evanston is critically ill after a second stroke following a prior incident last Friday.
Mandy Means of North Topeka was arrested on a warrant charging grand larceny after failing to bond. A probate court jury found Wesley insane after he forged a 367 check to obtain feed, with other checks involved and suspicious actions noted by J. S. Aliant Eye and others.
The Denver Hilo Grande Railroad Company directors announce a semi annual dividend of 1 percent, payable July. This marks a 4 percent increase from the prior dividend.
Cincinnati reports Riley Gran nan, the noted plunger, made a bank at Latonia for the first time in years and quit beer on the day. The event occurred in Cincinnati on June 17 with Cantute this evening at Hamilton hall.
Dispatches describe 10 000 to 15 000 Spanish troops under Gen Molin massed along the coast between Matanzas and Cardenas to repel American forces. In San Francisco orders set a payroll for the third Manila expedition on June 25 with sailings not before July 1. Vessels Obie TH Giana Morgan City City of Pare and Valewia eyed as transports under Gen King for Gen Merritt’s plan.
Judge Newman reduces sentences of several moonshiners in jail to allow enlistment in the army. They join a company of moonshiners being organized in Atlanta by Capt. Yancey Carter, a revenue officer who says they are especially suited for guerrilla warfare.
General Miles held a morning conference at the War Department with Secretary Alger. Earlier he met with Colonel Maas Ltr Peement and Major Davie of Winstaff at Washington. The discussions centered on military matters and planning for the day.
A leading Washington banking house proposed to Treasury to subscribe for 100,000 bonds at a premium but the law requires sale at par with smaller subscriptions awarded first. The offer could not be entertained. In Kirwin, D L Bartlett died at 12:00 m after brief illness, a prominent local citizen. Weather for Kansas: generally fair tonight and Saturday, cooler in the west with southerly winds.
Manila reports via Hong Kong that food shortages have become dire as gunboats fail to find supplies. Troops have been 36 hours without food, insurgents close in, and garrisons surrender or are overwhelmed. Spanish flotilla failed to land despite pressure. many defenders report brutal shortages and readiness to fight, though few casualties occurred.
Washington reports Surgeon Murray at McHenry declares the yellow fever outbreak limited to the town, while Surgeon Carter completes a field survey along lines south of McHenry with no new cases found. Officials note cooperation and ongoing house to house inspections as the public health response continues.
Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones the painter has died in London at age 86. He was knighted in 1894.
Republic of Luzon dispatch from Manila dated June 6 reports insurgents proposing a new republic under Anglo American tutelage. The message, circulated via Hong Kong on June 17, outlines a plan to establish a self governed state with external guardianship and asserts a stance toward Castorio leadership.
Washington June 17 orders call for assembling up to 10000 volunteers at Fernandina Florida to form the second division of the Santiago expedition. The force will be drawn from Camp Alger Camp Thomas Chickamauga and Tampa with 5000 or fewer troops possible. The division sails in a few days to join the first division near Santiago to serve as garrison after the city falls.
Governor Wadd commutes train wrecker Salter D Worden to life in prison after a medical board finds he was insane at the time of wreck that killed three soldiers and the engineer. Signers of commutation include ex President Cleveland and C P Huntington. Union Pacific service to western points praised. grand opening events and local promotions noted for Rigby’s ice cream with music Friday evening.
Admiral Dewey's message from Cavite dated June 12 via Hong Kong June 17 notes insurgents near Manila, 2500 Spanish prisoners treated humanely, 12 merchant vessels with refugees under neutral guard, and no city assault planned. He lists captured ships including two protected cruisers and five unprotected cruisers, a transport Mania, and a gunboat Cal. The squadron's health is excellent and additional German, British, French, and Japanese warships are present or expected.
Montgomery June 17. A mob lynched five men accused of murdering M Carden, his wife, and an old man near Wetumpka. Governor Johnston deployed 90 militiamen but the mob acted first, taking prisoners to the crime scene where they were hanged and shot. Later reports say the five were found swinging from limbs.
The city braces for the hottest day of the season, with forecasts predicting a high around 90 or more. Humidity soars as a southern low pressure edge sharpens unsettled weather, bringing possible showers or thunderstorms tonight. Early morning readings reported high humidity and rising temperatures, with officials noting the trend toward a peak around 30 degrees in recent May records.
Missouri Pacific trains will stop at Forest Park station as usual with departures from Topeka at a.m. One fare for the round trip offered from June 11 to 24. Includes agent contact and telephone number in Topeka Kansas. Also a promotional note for White's Cream Vermitage claiming mild, reliable worm treatment for children and listing Geo W. Stansfield and Miller's Pharmacy addresses in Topeka.
Amateur dramatic club Topeka Dramatic presents curtain raiser Bonset and the farce The Mysterious Mr Bot at Crawford theater last night. Cast members Harriet Jones Myrtle Davis Dean Low Joseph Morgan Shine, with strong serious scenes by Mrs Mullane, plus a panorama of kinetoscope pictures shown between acts drew a large crowd and favorable notices.
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