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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1898

Page

6

Uproar in Spanish Deputies Over War Peace Question

June 4 debate in the Spanish chamber featured Senor Robledo denouncing ministers and demanding whether Spain seeks peace or war with the Philippines. Shouts interrupted sessions as Robledo attacked officials, while Salmeron and others clashed over intervention, naval defense, and policy. President called for a secret session. Samper and Gonzales pressed for truth and reform amid a volatile political climate.

Associated Presa Depatita Digur- Benor Hemera Y Robredo Spain United States Dewers Caine Mtn Senor Fobledo Marine Adm Cervers Aaron Navy Semr Fobledo Era Chamber of Deputes Camara Philippines Binar Salmeron Teadar de Rounelle Minerchy Sider Samter Samper Fier Salmeron Senate Gonzales Sonar Gonzales Senor Canovas del Castillo Cuba

Peru Gets In After Hong Kong Call

The steamer Peru has arrived in San Francisco from Yokohama Hong Kong and Honolulu and will be impressed for the Manila transport service immediately.

San Francisco Peru Yokohana Hong Kong Honolulu Manila Transport Service

Chesterfield Fire Largely Contained at North Topeka Hotel

Two small blazes flared in North Topeka early morning. Fire started behind Central elevator, slight damage to hotel guests but broader damage avoided. Alarm from Topeka fire station log indicates defective alarm and rubbish pile fire. no injuries reported.

Chesterfield North Topeka Dox 1 Bullid

Collins Held

Collins held as jury hears witness recounts conversations starting at Jesse Harper’s and ending on Dewey Day. Witness describes arrest by Topeka police, time ill health, five years in prison, and serving the sentence.

Dot Aturney Hayten Jordan Jesse Harper Dewey Day J. 5 Collins Topeka Emporia

Army at Oshkosh Strikes Dispersed by Militia Clash

Militia from Milwaukee arrived in Oshkosh to quell labor unrest as a planned attack on Paine Lumber and nearby factories was halted. Nine non union workers were injured and one striker, James Morris, was killed after confronting guards at McMillan grounds. Brig Gen Boardman commands troops, warning they may fire with warning to protect life and property.

Oshkosh Wis Milwaukee Paine Lumber Company James Morris McMillan Grounds Light Horse Cavalry Milwauker Boardman Hol Psyne McMillan Radford Morgan Gal Williameon

Nearing the Century Mercury Registers 88 Degrees Today

The report notes 88 degrees on Kansas Avenue with a 24 mph southwest wind. Mr. Jennings predicts cooler weather tomorrow possibly due to a storm or wind shift. Forecasts indicate fair skies and cooler air, with yesterday's max around 33 degrees and a low near 7.

Mercury Prospect Kansas Avenue Jennings The S. Weather Bureau

Washington Dull War Dispatches From Madrid Front

A fragmented dispatch from St Thomas reports no confirmation of Madrid’s claim that Spanish ships at San Juan de Puerto Rico engaged an American cruiser. Secretaries note no imports from the front and a Madrid declaration is questioned while a ship from San Juan is awaited.

Washington Lanied Alger Alcor General Shafter Lonig Madrid Reina Cristina Maria Cristina Santiago Navy Allen Sherman Hoar Massachusetts Sranagerrins St. Thomas West Indies San Juan de Porto Kico St Thomas Soie San Juan de Porto Rico

Cadiz Fleet Seen Amid Algiers Dispatch Rumor

London reports confirm Admiral Camara’s task force moved east on June 22 after a clash at sea. Last Chance to Enlist at 420 Kansas Avenue offers a battalion recruiting drive starting June 25 at 3 50 p m led by Recruiting Officer Chas Stackhouse.

Cadiz London Algiers Camara Kansas Arenue Tra Battalion Zist Kan Ises Chas Stackhouse W. C. Chaffee Clothing Co Kansas Avenue

Enemy on the Run Across Cuban Theater

Dispatches indicate Hobson and his men are well and moved from Morro Castle to Santiago, with Sampson’s fleet preparing a harbor assault while avoiding unnecessary bombardment. Army telegraphs show extended lines toward Aquadores, signaling a wide land action base and supply corridor as Shafter’s forces advance.

Morro Hobson Sampson Shutter Shafter T. Spanish Cheely Col. Allen Playa del Bate Aquadores Fraya del Este

Spaniards Claim Victory Told by American Sailor in Havana

Arthur Parkinson, last American to leave Havana, recounts harsh conditions in a Cuban prison, British intervention, and false reports of Spanish triumphs. He details a shipboard fight, arrest, solitary confinement, and escape with the British consul’s help, ending his tale aboard the Holstein to New York.

New York Havana Arthur Parkinson Parkinson Concha Haryana Fisvana Perkinson Morro Castle Talbot Kingston Jamaica

Honolulu Dispatch Through Steamship Mohican and Guard Mobilization

From Honolulu June 17 via San Francisco June 24 the Mohican arrives from San Francisco with a heavy mail. The Bentlington sails to Mare Island with orders to report all equipment to Hawaiian National Guard officers. Movement signals possible war outing and recruitment to 765 men. Annexation vote may come after U S tariff decisions. James A. sing is mentioned amid partial text.

Honolulu San Francisco Mohican Ith Tes Manila Mohiran House Senate Hawaiian Eee United States Congress James A. Sing Quinis

Government official may resign due to illness

The head of the Interior may be forced to resign due to illness with L. A. Thurston named as probable successor in Washington. The U S government awarded a contract for a new coaling station at this port costing nearly 38 000. Consul General Haywood reported 1 000 tons of coal on hand and on the 15th purchased 2 600 additional tons from a local steamship company. The government had 7 000 tons afloat for this port.

Ter Ilness L. A. Thurston Washington United States Haywood

Revenue Circulation Describes How to Obtain Tax Imprinted Stamps

A June circular from the Internal Revenue Commissioner explains steps for collectors, purchasers, and stamp agents to obtain tax imprinted stamps. It details application to district collectors, payment, contractor designation, delivery, accounts, and monthly reporting requirements for documentary and proprietary stamps.

Washington Internal Revenue Ti Tre Commissioner of Internal Revenue Tnllector

China apologizes over Zafira expulsion incident

Washington reports China denies insult over ordering the Zafira out of Chinese waters and stresses neutrality aims. The minister cites neutral delivery limits, noting the Zafiro’s Manila to mainland trips, while recalling British restraint on supplying the fleet. The piece also references a general push for bowel health with Cascarets.

Washington State Department China Admiral Dewey United States Zafiro Dewey Zefiro Manila

Supreme Court Upholds Pugh Law Party Ballot Rule

The Ohio Supreme Court sustained the Pugh law requiring a man petitions for a party ballot to cast the ticket of that party. The ruling confirms placement of the petition on the ballot sheet and enforces party loyalty in ballot designation.

Columbus Ohio Supreme Court

Wheat Market Rumors Suppressed By Cables and Weather

Today's market report notes disappointing cable data and favorable harvesting weather, with wheat prices drift down in London and New York while U S demand tracks similar to prior periods. Argentine shipments and domestic receipts show mixed activity, with Minneapolis and Duluth car counts near last year's levels. July futures edge lower amid light demand and cautious trading.

Cablc Liverpool Dultath

Mixed cattle and hog market notes from Chicago and Kansas City

The report traces barley, flax, and corn prices with cattle and hog quotes across Kansas City and Chicago markets. It notes receipts, market tone, and activity levels, including specific price ranges for steers, cows, and hogs, alongside New York money and London market temper.

Kansas City Scatter Reess Elon Markee Steany Sania Texas Eavies Deckers W. Sieee Sore Lambs SaMbor

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