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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1895
Page
2
A waterspout strikes a rural area causing the loss of hundreds of cattle and extensive property damage to nearby buildings. Rescue teams respond as farmers assess the devastation and authorities survey the scene for further hazards.
Reports from Gapexx Brewton and Eufaula describe extensive farm damage and cattle losses across Alabama as storms dump heavy rains and strong winds. A Coosa River waterspout killed Jacob Anderson his wife and baby after wrecking their house. several people injured and three missing. In Minnesota a rope fire escape collapse killed a boy and left Frederick Marcott badly injured. A Worcester boiler explosion at H N Blater plant destroyed the site, injured some, left 600 unemployed, and caused $25,000 in losses.
Port Sourr Kansas March 19. At 1 clock yesterday afternoon Charles Huddleston the 6 year old son of A. Huddleston a farmer in Vernon county Missouri was instantly killed by the accidental discharge of an old shotgun. The gun lay in the barn for years and a broken plunger used a shingle nail to fire the cartridge. The gun was loaded unknown and the mystery of the accident will never be explained. The top of the boy’s head was blown off.
The Wabash Railroad roundhouse at Toledo foot of South Street burned to the ground yesterday morning. A 60 foot wall collapse buried twelve men. two instantly killed, one died later, others badly hurt. Wind aided flames, loss about 100000. six engines damaged, two cars consumed. Firefighters fought the blaze as authorities investigated the disaster.
Progress reports from Tampa dated March 18 describe a Cuban uprising in the eastern department with activity across the island. Citizens witnessed a two hour clash near Bayamo where 360 Spaniards were killed and wounded amid engagement with Cuban troops.
Thomas George of Kansas City chosen by the attorney general for a Southern district justice in Indian country. Ex-Senator Martin of Kansas slated for Northern district. Elks dispute to be discussed at Omaha convention. Nine murderers escape a county jail led by Toni Blanck. Welterweight duel at Ponca City between Tag Wilson and Frank Beck ends with Beck KO. Governor’s office records tampering noted, changing a figure to extend Scott's term. Africa Salve ads promote home remedies for cuts and sores with guarantees.
A soft answer is urged as the alliance affair ends without repetition, signaling restraint and renewed commitment to calm relations between involved parties. No further clashes are expected as leaders stress peaceful reconciliation and future cooperation.
The state department reports Madrid promises no further offenses by war vessels in Cuban waters after the Alliance affair. Minister Taylor’s dispatch says Spain will reply regarding the detention of the Alliance once Cuba’s captain-general report arrives, with a timing unclear. Secretary Gresham’s broader demand for immediate assurance is noted as being met in substance.
In Lascoux Nebraska on March 18 the senate weighs in on prison labor and state ownership. A motion seeks annulment of W H Dorgan contract and purchase of Dorgan plant for state use. The bill to abolish county attorney and create district attorney aims to cut officials. A Benedict measure to raise age of consent to 18 faces committee with a substitute narrowing legal protection to certain women.
Rooxronp March 18 The Commander in Chief Lawler and staff will begin an extended official trip March 25 visiting department encampments across the country. They will travel thousands of miles and greet veterans from New York to Texas, with stops in Macon Missouri Waco Texas Muscogee Oklahoma Perry Oklahoma and Denver.
A Madrid dispatch reports the government can count on police support as civil guards declined to act against young officers who rioted at El Globo. The garrison mood shows most officers favor the rioters, sparking citywide excitement not seen since the monarchy's restoration.
Miscellany notes on a state song contest, oversized bread, silver trowels, and butter prints contrast with a valorous Maj. Thieman tale, flower preservation tips, exotic quarrying in India, quail in Bergen County, and a fox terrier-guarded bird shelter. A collage of human quirks and historical tidbits.
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