23 Jun 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1899
Page
1
A chaotic Roosevelt public appearance unfolds as crowds press for handshakes, with Roosevelt praising early Rough Rider leadership and citing Bacon era bravery. The scene includes Lt Parker and others, a tense push toward the car, and remarks on naval build up and readiness for war.
A battered fragment reports massive troop buildup near San Fernando with 2000 more soldiers from Antipele region. General MacArthur’s forces reportedly sleep on arms while insurgent and rebel factions gather, signaling a major confrontation and strategic moves across the front.
An account of a wartime style gathering with sharp talk and determined plans. Officials, including Bertie Pate and Ahmad Mttines, are cited as participants in a tense, formal meeting. The scene conveys focus on military readiness and strategic posture.
A garbled account mentions a Dreyfus defendant in danger, with a local editor and Rev enue Chicago Tune Wester tre, amid mysterious figures and urgent plea for caution. Names and places are obscured, but the piece depicts heightened peril and dramatic pressure surrounding a public figure.
Washington dispatch reports President McKinley plans to raise volunteers for the Philippines campaign. Estimates vary, with potential 12,000 to 20,000 volunteers to augment regular troops, as officials weigh the size and timing of reinforcement. The Herald notes 20,000 in one report, while the War Department considers numbers after consultations with generals and officials. Four companies and 150 recruits left San Francisco for Manila aboard the transport Zeaundia, carrying troops and supplies for the campaign.
Depot platform packed as admirers cheer and listen to a brief address by Theodore Roosevelt. He plans to visit the West to attend the Twentieth Kansas reception and speaks warmly about the Sunflower Fighters.
Coronel Roosevelt famed for Sam Juan El Caney and New York co governor was greeted by two million in the city today. Estimated that at a feast hale that many shook hands as he concluded a brief speech from a car platform. Roosevelt headed to Las Vegas to attend the Rowing Riders reunion he leads. At Santa Fe Depot the crowd built from quiet to a packed platform with cheers as Roosevelt appeared. Curtis climbed the rails and
Cleveland June 2 The latest terms of settlement approved by the committee set a new face on the strike situation as city authorities brace for trouble. The Board of Central reports protests against the company property and possible action. President Everett asserts the company will run cars and cease dealing with the strikers. Police Director Barrett says readiness remains for any emergency. The city anticipates further developments as the strike continues and steps are taken to prevent renewed street disturbances.
Detroit report on Governor Pingree urging direct senatorial elections and criticizing the current system. Alger criticizes party leaders and pledges candidacy if the people demand it, while urging unity among supporters and cautioning against judicial or tax-related interference.
A desperate bid to free a prisoner failed last night when witnesses intervened in Hartville. Two suspects, Todar Al Fersgeng and Ben Nig, were later taken into custody on charges of aiding the prisoners.
Austin Texas reports a town near the Rio Grande in Carrie County, Rayata region, demolished by floodwaters. Multiple deaths and widespread damage described as residents flee rising waters. Officials brace for rescue and relief efforts as the nation awaits weather updates.
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