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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1898

Page

6

Grave Immoerality Allegations Shield Mosher in Center Case

A flood of affidavits accuses J N Mosher, Seth Center principal, of improper conduct with young women. State Board of Education temporarily revoked his certificate and called for formal investigation. Mosher resigned after nine years, with supporters citing his previously esteemed record amid mounting charges.

J. N. Mosher Beith Center Feerh Cheriever Mosher Seth Center Shida Tha Marher Uleenverrd Rorabatugt Smith Center Miet Horahawgeh Berenie Ailday Vic Brrth Crater Mowhef Bey Mat Dain Ebidir Jouk Siteine Ateacher Schol Board Masher Bevan Sean Ae i Mie Moster Yating Innes Schowl Musher Anther Ube Mosher Wax Wis Uist J. W. Amis Hilberitendest Usthtevit Musher Sonee Mesher Dye Board Eimtion Mosherin

The Scramble in China Across Europe Seeks Gains

A muddled dispatch outlines European nations scrambling in China to secure influence and contracts. It notes German actions near Shanghai, Britain and France mobilizing trade and troops, and Russian and American interests shifting as talks unfold. The report mentions open ports and naval elements, with parliamentary mentions in Britain.

Landon Maret Germany Smeer Peneihes Shang Huntes Mertukes Shanghai Thar Port Arthurs Taco Partia Trata Headan March Iroen Quran Ornee Iiketus Amd Rmns Taiwly Ciitie Witla Senate Foun Hamburg

Moneyless Drive to Expand Navy Warships

The article details plans to spend up to 315,007,000 to acquire ships for Yale government defenses, noting vessels prepared for inspection by Commander Brownson and efforts to secure warships under construction for foreign powers. It reports hesitancy from other nations to part with ships and outlines U S aims to build a fleet to ensure naval superiority over Spain and protect the United States. The Navy seeks Japanese ships under construction in Philadelphia and San Francisco, while other details remain uncertain.

Yale Lens Brownson Navy Uva Hig Spain United States Philadelphia San Francisco Navy Department

London Press Attacks Washington Over Tee Incident

The Truth laments U S policy on the recall matter and criticizes Washington for not respecting international norms. It notes Edward J. Phelps's letter and alleges the United States refuses Spain’s recall demand of General Lee, arguing the administration avoids diplomatic compliance.

London March Truth Today Washington Edward J. Phelps United States Great Spain Lee

Court Inquiry Details Disclosures at Havana Wreck Scene

Havana proceedings reveal Consul General Les and a diver were examined while explanations about the wreck and harbor activities were discussed. Spanish inspectors focused on the forward wreck, Captain Portal attended, and debates over the Bache’s orders surfaced. The Montgomer y may arrive and a buoy near the Fern signals ongoing divers supervision as a few tourists depart health restrictions persist. Senator Proctor aided Walter Barker’s potential recall as consul, planning a Washington trip aboard the Olivette with Colonel Parker.

Havana Les Sampson Investigorias Portal Sigs- Bee Monterola Lee Montgomery Sigsbee Wainwright Olivetts Esther Casilis Cuba Jamaica Proctor Misa Clara Barton Parker Dr. Egan Sagua Si Grande Clenfugar Walter B. Barker

Speaker Signs National Defense Bill in House Session

At 1 40 p m today the speaker took the chair and announced his signature to the national defense bill. The Senate adjournment prevented the vice president from signing today and the measure will go to the president tomorrow.

Washington Senate

Havana Considers Substitutes for Condensed Milk

Havana reports indicate a shift from condensed mill in response to shortages. Prices have fallen from 21 cents to 5 cents per can as districts seek substitutes. Separate dispatches describe Spanish government forces clashing with insurgents, capturing a lieutenant and killing several during a retreat amid a medicine cheer.

Havana United States Hayanes Car- Seuant Lil Oention

Palace announces new clashes with insurgents in Pinar Del Rio

An official report cites General Celaitlos and General Hernandez De Valzeo launching attacks on insurgent forces led by Ping Guerra at the Manajua farm in Pinar Del Rio. Insurgents reportedly withdrew after seven killed and several wounded. Loyalist troops suffered two killed, with a major, a captain, and eight soldiers wounded.

Celaitlos Hernandez de Valzeo Ping Guerra Manajua Pinar del Rilo la Clenus

Hobart Signs Defense Bill Hurried to White House

The vice president signed the defense bill at 3 oclock and hurried it to the White House by special messenger. The measure appropriates funds for national defences and the president has affixed his name making it law.

White House Washington Ashington March

McNall Pursues Anti-Rebate Board Crackdown in State

Insurance Commissioner McNall exposes the Anti-Rebate Board and its member companies led by figures tied to the legislature. He orders withdrawal from premine agreements, cites anti trust violations, and outlines referee powers, rewards, and a $310,000 fund funded by member assessments. The list includes major life insurers such as Metropolitan Life Equitable New York Life and Prudential.

Insurance Oreanteaton McNall Thomas B. Reed House of Representatives Kansas Mutual Life of New York Equitable Life New York Life Mutual Benefit Lite Pennsylvania Statual Life Metropolitan Life Enron Central Life Massachusetts Mutual Life Feerkstite Bite Provident Life and

River and Harbor Bill Not Reported by Committee

Washington March 9 The House committee on rivers and harbors voted not to report a river and harbor appropriation bill this session. First Lieutenant Harry Smith of the regular army, temporarily attached to the state department, received a promotion. An accidental death elevated him to First Lieutenant of the Fifth Infantry at Atlanta with a March 15 start. A mild cold wave is forecast for Topeka with warmer air expected tomorrow and rain unlikely.

Washington House Committee On Rivers and Harbors Harry Smith Regular State Department Smith Fifth Infantry Atlanta H Jennings Topeka

Governor Leedy Deliberates Nebraska Decision Interview

Governor Leedy has not issued his full opinion on the Nebraska maximum rate law ruling. He says he will attack the decision from a reasonable standpoint and has consulted with Chief Justice Doster and others while reviewing the opinion closely. The interview portion prepared may come out in a day or two. He notes the court decision could limit a legislative call.

United States Supreme Court Leeds Supreme Court Nebraska Gov. Leedy Doster G. C Clemens Ed Little Webb McNall

Tragic double shooting at Millersville involves Gehrig and Davis

Roy Gehrig of Milton and William Davis of St. Clair died in a Millersville hotel room after a pistol duel sparked by love for Mrs. Alice Cummings. A note claimed a joint death pact. Davis denied such a plan. Gehrig attended Pierce’s College in Philadelphia and left on Monday.

Lancaster Roy Gehrig Milton Will B. Davis St. Clair Millersy Pierce Philadelphia Millersville Villaze Hoak’s Davis Gehric Thoor Gehriz Lee Alice Cummings Anna Holmes Bing William Davis T Hat Gehrig Kim Davis Pierce’s Collrge Gehrig

Suspension of Miplestine and Hawkmab Brokers

New York on March 3 announces the suspension of Miplestine and Hawkmab Brokers on the stock exchange. The firm is said to have been caught in Bear movements and has no outstanding contracts. Settlement with creditors is generally believed possible to resume business.

New York Miplestine Hawkmab Stock ‘Exchange

Ground Morgue Affairs Lead to Fatalities and Deals

Local delays and county actions over morgue handling culminate in J M Knight securing a contract, DeMoss Penwell’s morgue receiving bodies, and two men dying from carbolic acid and morphine in a tangled series of county arrangements and deaths.

Barloi DeMass & Penwell Sam J. M. Knight County Corminissioners State Journal Cos Puplc Hotles Ndetter OL EL Stoker Knieht DeMoss Penwell Ams Martin Joby Fournier Fourcier DeoMuse &Penwell

Topeka Notes on Burials and Local Life

Local items report pauper burial costs and improvised coffins, then shift to Topeka happenings. Mentions include William Witt’s sale by Main Drug, Anthony McCabe retirement, Topeka registration figures, wind disruptions, opera tickets, milk wagons, and community plans from bakeries to clubs and schools with various residents and institutions named.

J. J. Randolph Pactata Ralph, Squires Witt Charley McCabe Lawrence World Topeka A. Godard Topeka Avenue

Indian on church steps near Fourth faces arrest

A man described as a Big Indian is involved in a drunken incident outside a church on Fourth Street. Police report the event as a public intoxication case with no further details given.

Big Indian Arrested After Drunken Morning in Pottawatomie

A middle aged Pottawatomie Indian named Big Indian was found drunk on Monroe Street this morning. He could not stand, was hauled to the police station, and muttered "Big Indino" before the register recorded his age, race, and status. He slept it off as the case moved to sobriety.

Monroe Potice Station Salter Jones

Ward Estate Settled and Heirs Reach Arrangement

The Topeka case ends a contested will of Mary J Ward as heirs settle and a district court decree sets aside the will. Disputes centered on Meade receiving more than others. Mrs Meade relinquishes several Topeka properties totaling about 5000 while keeping the homestead. Estate valued between 50000 and 75000.

Kaneas River Wabaunsee County

Deaths and Funerals in Topeka Area

Mrs Matilda McLean aged 36 died Tuesday at her Washington Street home from consumption. The funeral was this afternoon at the Colored Methodist Church on South Topeka. An 18 months old infant of Mr and Mrs McRoberts of Hancock Street died Tuesday night. The funeral services for the infant will be held Thursday afternoon at the Church of the Resurrection at the hour of two.

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No Embree to Blame It On Jennie Richardson

A report describes Jennie Richardson and two others, all described as well colored, being arrested by police and held in the city jail after a morning street incident. The narrative notes Richardson refuting the charges and pleading not guilty, while a judge and officers pursue clarity amid tense public questioning.

Jennie Richardson Kime Batley Jennie Bicmardeen Clatmer Udev Mr Jedge Dudge Atchison Jennie T Aly Gail Ube Raid Fournid Bashielinas

Sale of Kansas Midland Decree Granted in Wichita

United States Court in Wichita today issued a decree approving the sale of the Kansas Midland railroad. Judge Thayer of St Louis granted the decree in a case brought by the Mercantile Trust Company of New York. The sale covers 14 miles of track from Wichita to Iwerth for 31 700 000 dollars.

United States Wichita Thayer St. Louis Anens Midland Railroad Uhh Merceen~ Tile ‘Trust, Company of New York Ilewerth

Stocks Tumble on Rumor of Revolution in Brazil

London trading fell as rumors of upheaval in Brazil stirred markets. The day saw declines across shares amid uncertainty about Brazil and potential global spillover, with traders noting no confirmed details from Brazil.

Brazil London Eiad Washington Eile Brezil

Liquor War Reopened Near Old Republican Club

Sheriff Cook served injunctive papers on owners of a building near Dutch Street and Kansas Avenue tied to a liquor dispute. Defendants include Mike Wagner and others, with claims the premises were rented to Harding, Wagner and Murot. Authorities say a new notice war is planned to pressure structural owners, with further suits expected.

Sheriff Cook Ammeine Hanoi Tien Jolint Dutch Street Kansas Avenue Mike Wagner Hidtmin Sranner Josie Webb Miller Miehute J. x. Brenner Harding Murat API Fister

Prochers at Reform School Echoes Trouble at Night

Fragmentary report notes trouble at Reform School with eerie sounds and disturbances around buildings and grounds at night. Vague references to purple character and unsettled times suggest unrest during late hours amid unclear events.

Reform School

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