08 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1899
Page
1
A garbled account describes John Gilbert, the Clay County murderer, in jail. The piece portrays him as defiant and uncooperative, detailing his appearance, demeanor, and suspected actions. The narrative notes confusion over his guilt while recounting his journey and alleged crimes.
A distressed man named Gilbert confronts a police or interview setting, muttering about memory gaps, debt worries, and the possibility he killed his wife and children. He describes a night of fear, scattered details, and emotional strain as investigators press for clarity.
John Gilbert, in a stunned confession, describes fatally harming his wife after an argument and then killing his children. He claims amnesia and insists he does not know who caused the deaths, while recounting a chaotic timeline and attempting to justify his actions as he seeks legal aid. He remains unsettled and insistent on his innocence amid questions of insanity.
The article reports on John Gilbert the Clay County murderer with details from a Strickrott photograph and his confession. It includes his family history, a note on his insanity, and remarks by Dr. W S Lindsay classifying him as degenerate rather than insane. Also mentions a separate note on a Commercial Cable dividend.
A Manila front dispatch details extreme heat near 87 degrees with steam and shade scarce as American forces clash with insurgents. Casualties include Private Frank A. Lovejoy killed, several others wounded, and Hawthorne's battery firing on distant targets. A general order directs protection for foreign residents amid ongoing fighting near the reservoir and waterworks.
A Manila dispatch reports General Hale ordering a three front offensive with Laguna de Bay shelling and river fire as the First Wyoming, First Washington, and Nebraska troops attack from the waterworks road. Insurgent defenders are driven back with heavy losses and ransom offers noted, while U.S. forces tighten water supply lines and guard positions.
Advices from Honolulu report the US cruiser Philadelphia sailing from that port to Samoa on February 23. The collier Scandia undergoes boiler repairs and will be loaded with coal to proceed to Samoa. Water for irrigation on the Hawaiian Commercial and Sugar plantation is to be supplied by newly bored artesian wells, producing about 8 million gallons daily.
New York notices report Holland America Line cutting first class fares from 65 to 50 and second class from 45 to 17, active now through March and early April. Rates apply to Statendam and Rotterdam with winter, spring, and summer levels and include revisions for round trips from winter through July.
Vfonohia March 1 reports Princess Kalulani dying in Hawaii after rheumatic heart disease worsened. She was heir apparent to the throne and had been in England for studies, with mixed government support during Hawaii’s republic era.
Chicago hosts the Muscoutah Kennel Club annual exhibition with about a thousand aristocratic dogs from across the nation. The event runs all week and features notable entries such as Chantrel Prince from the Gould kennel in the St Bernard class and Tramp the bulldog mascot of Roosevelt's Rough Riders. Judges include James Mortimer, J. J. Lynn, Arthur Froemkling, and W. Lucille.
Col Bryan in Texas. William Jennings Bryan spoke to about 2,000 people in Fort Worth last night and will address the Texas legislature today. The event drew strong enthusiasm as Bryan prepared for the legislative session.
Joseph Hampel, an employee at the Lexington Avenue cable power house, was shocked by about 2,000 volts while adjusting a switchboard. His body burned black, clothing torn, and he collapsed through a hole as the power cut off. doctors say no prior record matches such a 2000 volt ordeal, and the incident halted all road cars until circuits were readjusted.
Alice Sprachin of Topeka, Kansas, a lone white woman missionary in the Philippine islands, runs a private English school to support herself. She previously went to India about a year ago under the Christian Church C W E M, but later moved to Manila as Navy and Army were sent there. Upon arrival she served as a nurse for U S troops.
Two hundred Negroes leave Oklahoma for Liberia under the Liberia Colonization Association. Agents have worked the territory for two months and the participants receive railroad fare.
The United States Army recruiting station at the Nelson building sent a squad of 17 men to Manila yesterday afternoon. They will sail from San Francisco after traveling by the Union Pacific to the coast, joining regiments of the regular army stationed in the Philippines. A second squad departs today. Lieutenant John Taylor Haines reports heavy enlistment interest from Missouri and Kansas amid rising tensions in Manila. Two second lieutenants arrived to assist, with Dean of the sixth cavalry starting recruiting trips in Missouri. Further officers will cover Kansas and Missouri to enlist new soldiers.
March 8 Pekin report states Sir Claude McDonald, British minister, warned Chinese foreign office that repudiating the rail contract would be a breach of faith and invite retaliation. He recalled Lord Salisbury’s assurances of support for China if another power pressured it to repudiate the agreement.
Leavenworth lawyers helped pass a law creating a new First Judicial district. Judges Myers opposed the change, remaining in Leavenworth and thwarting Leavenworth politicians’ plan. Senator Charles F. Johnson seeks the judge appointment for the Jefferson and Jackson district. The governor would fill until the next election.
A gang plundering the Dela Ware and Hudson depot at Peckville was surprised by police. John Shannon of Shamokin was badly wounded, another robber shot and escaped. The depot alarm connected to the agent’s residence triggered. three men exchanged fire, robbers fled, no money was taken.
A fragmented text discusses a legislative measure to appropriate funds for expenses tied to cattle infighting and anti authority laws. The governor argues annulment of such laws would set a dangerous precedent. The passage hints at a constitutional debate and potential conflicts within the state legislature.
Governor Stanley signed a measure allocating £55,000 for a new chemistry building at the state university. It is the only new university building approved by the legislature. Spectators at the session included Quay Harrisburg congressman Grow and Col. James Huffy as the joint assembly tallied the forty third ballot with no election reached and a total vote of 244.
Hayward was selected as the Republican candidate for governor in last fall’s party convention. Party leaders emphasized unity and broad support across counties as the campaign gears up for the general election.
In Lincoln Nebraska a deadlock over the Senate seat ended as Le Haywend of Nebraska City was nominated on the second ballot receiving 44 votes. Webster’s opposition faded and Hayward won unanimous support in the joint convention after yesterday’s vote totals showed 26 for Hayward with added ballots.
Lincoln March 3 The joint session elected M. L. Maynard United States senator to succeed Wee Alber. Maynard, born in New York, a Civil War veteran and retired lawyer, defeated fusion opponents after a long campaign. He received 74 votes with 68 needed of full membership. he has accumulated a comfortable fortune and holds prior minor state offices.
A severe quake struck Yokohima and surrounding localities at 18:00, causing rail and bridge damage. The great shock of 3991 reportedly destroyed infrastructure and killed about 10,000 people with 300,000 left homeless. property losses were immense.
Washington reports the president plans a brief southern rest trip to Thomasville Georgia as a guest of Senator Hanmi. He will be accompanied by Mrs McKinney and relatives currently at the White House. Oklahoma lawmakers pass a bill prohibiting Christian science practice. the governor is expected to sign.
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