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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1899

Page

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United States Clan na Gael plans privateers against Britain

Reports from Tendon and London describe US Clan na Gael agents in South Africa seeking to arm a privateering fleet to prey on British commerce near the Cape. Parliament and officials debate Transvaal tensions as Britain readies naval and military measures and officials consider potential allied arrangements. The scene shifts to Aldershot with a royal review of troops and a formal salute to the Queen, reinforcing imperial readiness amid the Transvaal crisis.

Alstin Walmsy Brwyh Regig Gia Walt Aldershot Tendun Walther York Ve Delos Clenh Samu B Sumter United States Loudia Algersno London Ribane Sqliely Inc Acme Willian Sumner

Fleet to Mobilize and Transvaal Tensions Stir News

An order to mobilize the fleet was issued at Chatham England for imminent naval maneuvers. Chicago remains in Delaga, Wash, as unsettled Transvaal affairs prompt protection of American interests amid mining operations and capital presence in the region.

Scarlet Sea Chatham Eng Dack Yard Chicago Delaga Washingtim Tamatae Madaghecer Delagas Transvaal

Sixteenth Infantry Transport Arrives at Manila

Washington reports transport Grant carrying the Sixteenth Infantry under Lieutenant Colonel W. F. Spurgin arrived in Manila after a twenty six day voyage from San Francisco. The vessel sailed from San Winnetrico on May 8 carrying forty officers and men. Adjutant General in Washington notes the casualties as not stated.

Washington War Department Manila Grant Otis San Winnetrico Sixteenth Infantry W. F. Spurgin San Francisco Manta

Reception for Governor Foogevelt in Las Vegas NM

A June reunion event at Hotel Castaneda included a reception for Governor Foogevelt. Felix Martinez delivered a welcoming speech noting Spanish ministerial objections to the visit, but President Diaz allowed the band to perform. General Hernandez sent regrets. Music by the Chinahuatus.

Las Vegas N. M Foogevelt Hotel Castaneda Felix Mertinex Miexicu Martinez New, Mexico Rough Riders Houwevelt Roosevelt Hernandez Rough Riders of Mexico

Golden Jubilee of the Seengerbund Opens in Warinanti

The North American Saengertund holds its triennial Saengerfest in Warinanti starting tomorrow and lasting a week with over 4,000 singers from various societies. Louisville Leiderkranz remains the only original fest participant from 1843, as elder tuners gather for this grand celebration and rehearsals feature Wagner’s Kaleer Marsch.

Seengerbund Warinnati O Saengertund Tazy Vielen Lanisville Leiterkrane Heass Choyus Louisville Leiderkranz Tuarnees Coommene Wagner Waeener

Perished From Cold In Siberia Mine Campaign

Norval Douglass of San Francisco reports that Harry Douglass, with twenty two other miners from California, perished from privation and cold while under contract to a New York company. The party included two from Nevada City and several others, led by John St Cull, former gravel mining superintendent.

Sex Francisco Nevada City Cal Ars Norval Douglass San Francisco Harry Douglass Lev Cnuintioe Caltornit Jones Siberia Dehn T.steCull Thin Chy MacCall and Puuginas Urine John Armtrong Thomas Daniels New York

Banks Seek Update From Building and Loan Associations

Bank Commissioner Breidenthal under new law requests a statement from building and loan associations detailing their condition as of the close of business in June. The department aims to place these associations under its supervision and address many that have fallen into noncompliance, with enforcement to straighten out the issues. The Boston Herald notes the latest fad of falakature as photographed by Vorenitz, presenting his beauties.

Breidenthal Freidenthal

Rich in Gold Cape Nome Bonanza Spurs Prospects

Seattle dispatch reports rich finds in the Cape Nome Alaska area. Major Ingraham leads 14 prospectors, with six testing claims, averaging near $1685 per ounce, and a flood of new hopefuls arriving from St Michael Upaluské and other hotspots. Reports say 500 locations have been staked and multiple districts organized as the Yukon belt crosses toward Siberia. Terrible hardships and scurvy claim deaths among travelers along the Edmonton route prompt relief efforts.

Seattle Cape Nome Alaska Major Ingraham Major Tograham Luigi Italy Kotzebue Sound Thearty Ingatham St Michael Upaluske St. Michael Kuckoguim Linrock Cape Hedney Bonanza Creak Fish River Yukon River Siberia Port Clarence Nostak Golivia Bay Edmonton Tio Ute Tivington Telegraph Creek Prd Cronle Geleereph Creek Mous Luke Kent England Carter New Zealand Porter Teletraphere

Belgium opposition storms chamber during electorate law debate

Stormy scenes erupted in the chamber as socialists accused questors of spying on proceedings. A tumult followed the protest by socialists who sang excerpts of the Marseillaise and shouted Viva La Republic, leading to the suspension of sittings.

Brusepls Jone Derades Dey Questors Crown Eluonder Questers Furniment Marseillaise

Pawnee Destroyed by Fire Off Cape Henry with All Hands Saved

The steamship Pawnee bound from Brushwick Georgia to Boston burned at midnight Sunday off Currituck North Carolina as flames burst from the hold. The crew was rescued by the George W Clyde and arrived in New York. all hands saved though the ship and cargo were lost. The wreck was observed by the Albany and City of Macon reports place the burning hull about 40 miles from Cape Henry. The incident leaves the fate of any missing crew unknown while other ships pursued salvage and reporting.

Philadelphia Airbur Gtiech Erin Osrden Delaware River Clyte Line Pawnee New York Cape Carlos Macon City of Macon Savannah Cape Frenry Brushwick Boston Clyde Ths Wilmington N.C George Robinson Ingram Currituck North Carolina

Strike Ends At Chicago Stock Yards With Wage Advances

Chicago June 27. Packers announce the stock yards strike ended last night and all workers return today. Armour & Company issued a statement saying unskilled labor received about a 25 percent advance a week earlier and the 1892 wage scale is now adopted, raising overall wages to the highest ever paid. The packers report harmony and no further above scale increases.

Chicago Armour & Fas

International council of women opens in London hall

The international council of women opened in London at convocation hall of the Church House. Countess of Aberdeen urged arbitration and a women bureau, warned against delegating all reforms to women, and stressed home mission as central. Miss Susan J Anthony attended with delegates from 36 nations, including Mrs Sewall. remarks linked dreams to future realities.

London International Council of Women Westmister Town Hall Countess of Aberdeen International Bureau of Informateh Ldedl Lady Aberdeen May Weight Sewall United States Trudy Aberdeen Susan J. Anthony House of Lord Irs Sewall Anthony Liverpool Elizabeth Cady Stanton America Fneland Henry Fawcett

McKinley Back From Europe With Mrs McKinley

Washington reports the president and Mrs. McKinley returning to the White House at 10 30 am. Mrs McKinley slightly better after illness and likely to recuperate rapidly. A possible cabinet session may be held tomorrow to discuss Philippines troops while the president attends to affairs at home.

Washington Rice Mra McKinley McKinley Adams New England White House Abner McKinley Sarah Duncan Cleveland Téa Harber Canton Leces Dixey Rudolph Forester Philippines Draixey McKines Ton Slaim Kien Ota

Coghlan Leads US Cruiser Through Topeka Stopover

Captain J B Coghlan, commander of the US cruiser Halrigh, touring Topeka after aiding the Spanish fleet at Manila Bay, said his talks were not for publication and praised Kansas while en route to Winfield. He warned against public printing of remarks and alluded to a poem that once stirred controversy.

J.B. Coghlan United States Halrigh Dyney Manila Bay Topeka Winfield Coghlan

State Arbitration to Seek Wage Scale for Denver Smelters

Denver June 27 The state board of arbitration WN Hyers Rossy Kenehan and W P Haynesnet meet at the request of the smelter workers union to establish an eight hour wage scale for Denver smelters following a dispute between employers and employees. Several days likely pass before a settlement plan is proposed. its recommendations will be advisory only and nonbinding.

Denver State Board of Arbitration WN. Hyers Rossy Kenehan W. P. Haynessnet

Riots in Spain Cause Injuries and Curfew Declared

Reports from Sarazusta dated June 27 describe widespread unrest with many injured and seventeen seriously wounded as troops fired on crowds. Martial law was declared at Valetta, with clashes in Grenada leaving several wounded. anti budget protests also erupted in Burgos Toledo and Lorerouno.

Sarazusta Spain Valetta Grenada Burgos Toledo Loeruno

Captain Coghlan at Whitfield visit amid world tour and poem controversy

Captain Coghlan travels with Mrs Coghlan and family friends to Whitfield and Belleville with Governor and Mrs Stanley. Secretary A H Limerick and O A Coulter meet him in Kansas City as authorities plan a reception. The captain recalls dining and a controversial poem recital that sparked international headlines and mockery from critics. He downplays the episode, noting no offense intended.

Chautaugta Assembly Coghlan King W. Johnson St Louis Stanley Winfield A. H. Limerick Assembly Cognan Kansas City O. A. Coulter The Kansas T A Whitfield Belleville Pavity Coast Naval Station Brammertown Port Orchard Puget Sound Journal Germany New York British Columbia Hailey New Orleans Ike Ila Bey Christ

Conflicting Injunctions March Kansas Coal Labor Rift

Weir City report says Jorge Skidmore granted an injunction extension halting coal companies from importing labor into Cherokee county. A new order bars the sheriff from blocking imports, while another restrains the sheriff from intervening with workers arriving to work. Tense clash may arise as authorities contend with dual rulings. Weather outlook notes generally fair tonight, followed by showers and thunderstorms in Kansas with variable winds.

Kansas City Star Weir City Kan Jorge Skidmore Cherohee County

John Thomas Sues Kansas City Packers for Damages

John Thomas of Kansas City Missouri sues three Kansas City packing concerns in federal court for patent infringement alleging his livestock handling device and apparatus were used without permission. He seeks damages and an injunction to stop further use, asserting patent ownership and prior invention rights.

John Thomas Kansas City Baw Couyt Phoraics Schywarksebilt Selshar Ber Frian Sors Fuvier Sand & Cy Nees Kansas Cit Duc Schwareschild Kien

Kentucky Democratic Convention Drift and Candidate Showdown

Louisville report on the state Democratic convention draft and the three main candidates, Hardin, Stone, and Geibel, splitting support as tensions rise. Observers note Hardin leading in some sections while Stone and Geibel jockey for position, with no clear winner yet.

Louisville Ana Batine Ted Euis Geebel

Plague Ship Nippon Maru Arrives Under Quarantine

Plague ship Nippon Maru from Honolulu reaches San Francisco under quarantine orders. Passengers examined and health checks completed. officials report no symptomatic plague aboard. Authorities confirm no new cases on board as of arrival.

San Francisco Cal Honolulu Lance Peesen Euey Plaguy

K O P Train Ditching Tragedy Reported

Chicago and Indianapolis dispatches report a Knights of Pythias excursion train derailed on the Big Wour road near Danville. Several people are killed and injured as the train carrying Knights from Champaign to Danville for a celebration crashes, with cars overturned and the derailment causing severe damage.

Chicago Pythias Big Wour Road Danynie Mls Indianapolis Thi Porran Eastern Divinias Champaizn Iisa Danville Hin Husheres

Bland's Succession and Missouri Special Election

Governor Stephenson plans a September special election in Missouri's Fifth District to fill the Bland death vacancy. The race features Democratic candidates, with personal ties among rivals and a district fully engaged in the contest. In other news Helvetia Insurance of Zurich seeks Missouri approval to operate, with state insurance authorities guiding required fees and credentials.

Lewis James Stephenevbrts Missouri Richard P Bland Demincrate Fidhth Kansas Helvetia Insurance Company At. Gail Switzerland Commouniea Udn State Department of Insurance Suster- Intendent Church

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