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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1898
Page
1
Reports from New York and Havin describe naval talks between Austria and Brazil, plans for a New York harbor telegraphic cable, and orders for 3,000,000 pounds of smokeless powder. Dispatches note the San Francisco cruiser’s movements, celebrations aboard a Brazilian vessel, and American readiness with the New York defenses and a mobile coastal squadron.
New York March 15 The Cuban junta releases a proclamation to Americans declaring independence as the only acceptable path and warning that the United States must not force autonomy by force of arms. Estrada Palma appeals to American sympathy while vowing resistance to Spain and promising continued struggle for complete independence. Bishop Walden's patriotic remarks in Chester and Greece warship notes are also reported with detail.
A March 18 special from Key West reports that a preliminary court of inquiry report has been sent to Washington. The document outlines findings not yet agreed upon, signaling how the president might be briefed. It suggests the Maine’s destruction was due to an external act, with the full report forthcoming in days. It also covers a Senate resolution urging a joint committee to address Spain about Cuba, and Senator Gallinger’s stark Cuba assessment.
Washington March 15 The house committee on naval affairs debated increases in naval vessels but set aside the question pending men’s disposition. The panel unanimously approved Representative Fosa of Tiliois to authorize six torpedo boats and six destroyers with funding tied into the naval program. Senator Harris of Kansas voiced strong anti Spain and anti treachery rhetoric, linking to the Maine disaster and urging decisive action.
Weyler rejects the claim he wrote a letter alleged to be about Havana Harbor and to warn against sending a warship. He asserts the document is authentic nor did he threaten punitive action. he cites unfinished Campos works and other unnamed matters in his denial.
Ex Secretary Foster argues in a newspaper view that the United States should recognize Cuba as an independent nation rather than pursue war. He questions whether intervention should be direct or through other measures and says the decision rests with recognizing Cuba, not declaring war. The piece references ongoing debates and related inquiries, with continuations noted on the sixth page.
Mr Betts, superintendent of the Connecticut Insurance Department, made an inspection tour visiting Insurance Commissioner McNall in Tonka and discussing the Travelers' Insurance Company. He then continued on to southern California to review large investments held in that state and learn the history of Travelers' withdrawal from Kansas.
The boxer Kid McCoy and referee Eid McCoy are at the center of a marriage rumor chain, with claims of a New York bride and a St. Louis ceremony amid a divorce decree. Officials dodge details, citing confidentiality and sensitivity surrounding the private union.
A. W. Burns of Garden faces difficulty in securing support for the secretary of state nomination. The Seventh district’s crowded field and George Cuehaseen’s work for Sver & yuar complicate Burtis’s path. Burtis hints Clark’s long candidacy and party pledge have stalled his own race, suggesting a quiet withdrawal at the proper time.
London reports say a foreign relations committee hinted Britain wishes to avoid alienating the Hawaii regime and stresses the United States has primary interest in Hawaii, preferring American influence while denying plotting for broader imperial action. The account notes officials dispute the rumors and urge restraint.
New York March 18 officials at the Methodist board of foreign missions report no new information about an attack on the American medical mission near Chung King Pu on the Yate Tse Kiang. The board believes the dispatch concerns their mission at that locale.
State board of charities led the auditor of state to file expenses for Topeka institutions. The asylum costs totaled 71.63 dollars and the reform school 3 446.20 dollars.
Forecasters warn of a changing pattern with clea r and colder air moving in from the north. Saturday will be partly cloudy and colder in the east, as winds shift to the northwest across the region.
Justice McCliptock to issue attachments for witnesses who refused to testify in the Hoffman injunction case. Eleven summoned men, among city’s notable figures, appeared at 10 o clock. testimony deemed of limited value. Lawyers Fagan and Alexander argued witnesses would remain in Topeka. Foster sought further attachments and a postponement to afternoon for timely appearance.
Birmingham dispatch reports The Gazette claims a Russian spy, disguised as a footman, was discovered at the residence of the Marquis of Salisbury in London. The notice notes the arming of security and ongoing inquiries.
Washington reports Kansas members show strong interest in Cuba policy awaiting social report. Representative Curtis advocates recognizing Cuban belligerency and demanding indemnity from Spain, even backing war if Spain resists, urging swift action to defeat Spain.
The Record reports nineteen steamships chartered in Philadelphia to head for New York and Baltimore, aiming to carry about 4 to 3 00,000 bushels of grain for foreign markets. Observers note orders from London were not filled due to capacity and the scramble for fresh vessels.
Osceola Bey, a grand Dane winner from Grand Rapids, sold for 4000 to W. & Buck of Topeka after earlier showing in the junior class. The event marks a record price for prize dogs at the Kansas City beach show. Mary C. Young, 43, died Thursday at her Lyne Creek home. funeral held at Lynn Creek church.
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