20 Jun 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1899
Page
1
The report details General Wheaton's decisive actions at Peres das Marinas near Imus Cavite in a Monday battle. American forces fought off insurgent attacks from multiple fronts, sustaining casualties but forcing the enemy to retreat and leaving Marinas in Wheaton's control.
Fragmentary report notes the Danube steamer’s dermary extent and that repairs at Deolan Island are hampered by unfavorable winds and local conditions. The vessel remains in a damaged state with uncertain post-incident fate and ongoing surface repairs visible near the site.
A fragmentary report describes a voyage and cargo movement involving a companion liner and a ship named Gelne Peumind. The text references Dawson and a building project at Bogen Sf, with unclear details about the town and a delivery to Tambor.
St Louis June 20. Gov Stephens signs street railway bill paving way for a general consolidation of all St Louis street railways. The deal, led by Brown Iron New York, would create the largest system with about 409 miles of track after new lines are built. The plan includes major routes and franchises across central St Louis with over 5 million dollars in improvements and large employment expected.
Washington announces a new coast surveillance system in Cuban waters to deter smuggling. The war department will outfit several revenue cutter vessels including the Oneida, a converted yacht cost 60000, formerly Inwara. TH Biss will likely head the service with orders issued by Secretary Long.
Prominent St Louis officials and county leaders apply in Clayton for a belt line franchise to connect all city rail lines, enabling transfers without current terminal rates. The plan includes a third Mississippi River bridge to compete with the Terminal Association and move freight from East St Louis at claimed half the existing rates.
June 20 report says crowds gather for Dreyfus arrival at Rennes with foreigners arriving, hotels full, and large prices for lodging. Preparations for moving the prisoner from Brest are complete and precautions aim to prevent demonstrations. Dreyfus to reach Brest early morning with landing potentially at another harbor.
Dr JB Hibben, with office in Kansas City, Kan, was named head physician for Oklahoma at the Modern Woodmen meeting. He received notice via telegram from Head Consul Northcutt. Kansas deputy Charles Lock of Wetmore, Kan, ranks first in deputy work and selects territory.
Kingston Jamaica dispatch reports the Government of Trinidad will adopt the Marconic system to communicate with Tobago in the Windward Islands. Tobago, 22 by 12 miles, lies east of Trinidad and was ceded to Great Britain in the 18th century.
President McKinley and Mrs McKinley attended Mount Holyoke College commencement in South Hadley Massachusetts on June 20. Grace McKinley the president's niece received her diploma as officials and crowds gathered. The ceremony featured an address by Dr Smith and a honorary Doctor of Civil Laws degree offered to the president, who spoke on educated womanhood and national citizenship.
Riots in southern India reach Travancore. Police forced to retire after clashes. Rioters acquire guns and ammunition and mutilate opponents for ear rings. About 50 houses burned at Samboovad. Troops patrolling the district.
Colorado Springs June 20 The closure of Colorado smelters depressed gold stocks briefly but prices soon recovered and demand grew. The Cripple Creek mines show dramatic value gains year over year with Isabella reaching 800, Independence moving to 12.50, and Venture profits under May. Denver, Cripple Creek, and Colorado Springs exchanges traded thousands of shares.
Reports from Atlanta and Pensacola recount two magazine explosions. At Fort Tok ens one man was killed by debris after a kitchen fire allegedly triggered the blast. Colonel Royal T. Frank estimates heavy damage and a loss of 375,000. At Fort Pickens the smaller magazine blew up, destroying part of the storehouse and nearby labor quarters. Private Wells was killed and four others injured. the larger magazine survived due to quick naval and Marine defense, with losses around 75,000.
Ohio Republicans protest the selection of C W F Dick as executive chairman by Senator Hanna. Cyrus Huling defends his prior work for Hanna during the bribery inquiry and accuses Dick of slander. Huling notes an offer to provide an itemized bill, while references to Hannas control of a campaign fund and checks persist.
Herrmann's sable oned fur overcoat sold for 120 dollars at a Fifth Avenue Art Gallery auction. A St Bernard named Ora and a kennel dog item drew 29 dollars each, a veivet and face contraline lined sold for 12, a coatskin Newmarket 100, and a Pasquier black velvet Princess gown 12. James P. Silo managed the sale with diplomacy.
Federal recruiting officers in Chattanooga and surrounding points report orders from Adj. Gen. Corin to enlist African American men for service in the Philippines. As fast as enlisted, troops will be sent to the Presidio, San Francisco. A sensational local court case ends with Miss Catherine Graham awarded $5,000 in damages for breach of promise against merchant David Gilbert.
Thousands of Elks from major cities converge on St. Louis for the grand lodge reunion beginning today. A grand parade is planned with about 8,000 anticipated participants and prize drills. 12,000 dollars in prizes will be awarded. Mayor Zeigenhein turns over the keys of the city and the breweries amid opening exercises at the Olympic theater. The grand lodge then goes into executive session after addresses by local officials and the grand exalted ruler.
Greenberry Redditt, a wealthy Memphis farmer, was found guilty of second degree murder for the killing of Maggy Hobbs, a Black woman. The defense claimed Hobbs threatened him with a brick, and the jury of white citizens sentenced Redditt to ten years in the penitentiary.
Jackson of Newton seeks appointment as colonel if new Kansas regiments are raised for the Philippines. He cites a strong command record with letters of commendation including one from Major General Geo. H. Thomas. EF Helsby of Bevler, Kan., Santa Fe agent, and Rev J O Helmick of Sunflower, Kan., also seek to join the next call as chaplain and volunteer.
Dwight Lonruourrow, known for letters from the "ehitinbines" to the State Journal, plans to assume editorship of the Daily In solny News at Manila after finishing service with an army engineering corps. He is linked to the Atwood patriot line and has written about army life for future publication.
Cheyenne officials report three men arrested south of Yellowstone on suspicion of belonging to the Union Pacific train robbery gang were found not to be the wanted men after investigation.
Jeanne Dortzal was named the most beautiful woman in the world by a distinguished jury in Paris on June 20. The open contest judged soul, expression, carriage and form, with Dortzal praised for soulful eyes and notable hair, likened to Cleo de Merode.
Akron Ohio June 20 not a car is running on the Akron and Cuyahoga Rapid Transit lines today. General officers found power shut off and cars in barns after wage dispute and arbitration refusal. Workers held an all night meeting and went on strike. A conference between employees and company is planned tonight.
George Laurie a Huntington farmer and his wife were killed by a bull in a barn while feeding cattle. The beast knocked Laurie down and crushed him and his wife when she tried to intervene. Their son Cain Laurie lied in shock as neighbors and rescuers tried to help. The couple, aged about 60, were longtime locals and prominent landowners.
A semi nude painting titled An American Princess by Chimay, valued at $5,000, was cut from its frame and stolen from C and Perbin s Sea Beach Palace at Coney Island between midnight Wednesday and Thursday morning. Owner Perhan seeks one former employee in connection with the theft.
A public semi official test of a new liquid steam motor was conducted on a division of the New York Central railroad. The device aims to outperform compressed air engines and will be tried further by the Central Heat and Power Department, with demonstrations planned along Park Avenue.
Syl Dixon of Aronia announces a plan to run a combined flour and wheat train to New York and Wichita, with routes through El Reno and along the Kansas line. He previously hauled a McKinsey load of wheat to St. Louis and now seeks traffic between several towns on the chosen corridor.
Sudden flood at 2 AM flooded Shelby with fire and church bells ringing. Residents fled rooftops as water surged through streets, leaving wires down and commerce disrupted. Reported fatalities and substantial property damage likely surpassing $200,000 as rescue teams search for Hunter.
Six feet of water swamped Springfiend, Ohio as a heavy storm began at 7 20 PM and continued past midnight, trapping about a hundred people in the streets and forcing rescue operations by boats and conveyances.
The Texas state health department reports yellow fever cases near Tehuantepec and Telember. Authorities note several American coffee colonies in the region, including migrants from Ohio and Indiana, with warnings of spread among local villages and workers.
Provident Baker of the City Railway proposes to drop the double track plan on Topeka Avenue between Tenth and Fourteenth Streets and instead widen the center to pave with vitrified brick. Property owners would pay up to 14.52 per lot, city labor and bonds cover the rest, and most residents favor the arrangement to create a premier driving boulevard.
Fire destroyed Kester and Bial's roof garden at New York on June 20. The blaze began about 2 99 and raged three hours until extinguished. Manager Aarons organized a rapid return with debris cleared, a temporary stage erected, and the concert resumed that night. Loss estimated at 10 100. Weather notes from Chicago forecast thunderstorms in the northeast tonight with cooler conditions Wednesday.
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