11 Mar 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1897
Page
1
The report asserts an aim to finish the Cuban conflict immediately and at any expense. It claims plans to possibly sell the island if required to achieve the objective, and notes Weyler has departed to seek General Gomez to arrange a basis for peace.
From Havana and Chicago correspondents a tense report details Generals Weyler and Rivera in talks with Spanish peace envoys. The envoys promise reforms but insist on no autonomy. Weyler orders troops to desert towns that refuse free volunteers, pressuring owners to fund soldiers. The stance signals hard line while seeking terms to end the Cuban war.
In Topeka a heated fight unfolds over removing Police Matron Thorpe. Petitions for her recall will be filed with the county board next Saturday, amid a surge of support from Populists and opposition from others. The dispute centers on influence and political leverage within the public safety office.
Tangier reads a fragment of Fez walls as a disaster toll rises to 180 buried under ruins. The chaotic scene follows a quake or collapse in Fez with crews recovering bodies and detailing the extent of destruction.
General J Caldwell’s lecture planned for tomorrow evening before Unity club has been postponed to a later date. The notice preserves the event’s association with the Unity club but shifts the schedule, delaying the talk.
A bright meteor described as a 40 foot diameter cylindrical body caused terror in New Martinsburg and surrounding areas at 9:12 am. The object split into three bright columns then exploded with a large roar. A horse at David Leisure’s barn was struck, another horse injured, and glass windows rattled. Search for meteorites continues.
A Populist senator, long critical of ruling answers, posted a Republican clipping on the senate Blackboard accusing the Populists of failing to pass key laws. The clipping calls out promised reforms from rate and taxation laws to an insurance bill and salary cuts, noting no actions taken and urging party members to reveal names. The action drew mixed reactions from both houses as editors and readers discuss party accountability.
Washington reports H C Evans of Tennessee has been offered the office of commissioner of pensions and is likely to accept. A prominent Republican leader, he formerly represented Chattanooga in Congress and served as portmaster general. His political career included a bid for Governor of Tennessee and a decisive campaign review that secured the Democratic challenger’s defeat. Evans is described as a capable business figure with executive skill, amid White House activity narrowing publicity crowds.
In Simiington Conn on March 1 authorities report Whe EActorlow Of Prek Stowe Wilcox cut manufacturing tools and hardware have shut down indefinitely with about ten workers laid off. Amber of hands had been on a four month short schedule. Nearby Adtna Nut Co and Southington Cutlery Co also facing temporary slowdowns.
A large St. Louis malt company plans to move to Kansas City around April 1. The White Grain firm will be one of the city’s biggest and a strong competitor to Orthweln and Isaley. The move aims to boost export trade in the local market, signaling a significant business boom.
The bill cleared the legislature last night prompting Topeka citizens to rally as one. They unite with determination to see an auditorium built after years of pursuit, viewing the decision as a crucial milestone for the community.
The Topeka auditorium measure narrowly survives floor battles with unanimous backing from the House as McKeever and Larimer are praised for steering it. Debate shifts to site choice with city park favored by several leaders and council members while downtown options face mixed sentiment and a potential coal hole fund use.
Legislative items concern appropriations for deficits and salaries, state boards, and a convention hall in Topeka. Other notes include a gas and heat bill, a constitutional amendment measure, and obituaries for H E Resiner and a young woman.
New Haven reports a junior class letter to boxer James J. Corbett sparked Yale faculty indignation over a Yale flag sent to him. Signers include scions such as Whitney and C. Byers, with debate over university sentiment and punishment. The affair draws attention from graduates and prompts statements retracting phrases claiming to reflect Yale views. The banner and letter are condemned as misrepresenting the university.
In Carson City on March 11 training details emerge for Corbett and Fitzsimmons as they prepare for the match. Corbett plans a long run and a handball session while Fitzsimmons guards his weight, with betting rooms opening tonight and odds around five to three favoring Corbett. The town expects increased arrivals and a special train from the east before the fight.
In Carson City on March 1, debate over the Marquis of Queensbury rules as set by Referee Siler dominates sports talk. Corbett and Fitzsimmons refuse to press for a firm agreement while seeking a one handed free strike and break away, fearful of conceding advantage. Trainers including Chaitty White met at Shaw Springs to craft a reply to Siler, who presses for any definite plan of combat.
Ex-champion John L Sullivan arrives in Chicago to announce a challenge to the Corbett-Fitzsimmons winner and depart at 5 80 p m on the Rock Island route amid a Boston sporting party. Ex Senator Ingalls travels toward the prize fight, expressing views on brutality in prize fighting and boxing. The piece promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier for spring health.
A telegram from U S Senator W A Harris prompts renewed push to prolong the Kansas legislature session to Wednesday with a two thirds vote to suspend rules and revive a railroad rate bill. Caucus of senators convened by ex Governor Lewelling discussed delaying adjournment. sentiment split between delaying with a relief measure and adjourning for a special session. Letters from Populist supporters circulate urging rail rate relief.
Governor Leed will appoint John W. Preidentiial bank commissioner late this afternoon pending approval.
The initial shipment of steel rails bound for Japan is loaded in Philadelphia on the Fortuna and other vessels. The cargo includes locomotives and rails, with three additional steamers planned to transport equipment to Japan. The consigned tonnage reportedly nears 2000 tons, reflecting significant Franco–Japanese trade momentum.
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