23 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1899
Page
1
Fragmented report details political and social maneuverings surrounding a Tallahassee visit, with references to Thomasville Georgia, Fitzgerald, and local figures. The piece mentions invitations declined, weather notes, and preparations for an event in Tallahassee, with commentary on a presidential visit and associated local officials.
Onemha March 22 report details Map Lin White facing legal action as authorities pursue warrants. The outcome hinges on residency rules and timing of the appeal as White seeks to retain a position with ties to Bremmre and possible return pending court action.
Disjointed report notes General Manager statements on Vogt administration plans for the Chicago and Alton rail line. It mentions improving property, building bridges, reducing grades, expanding coal business, and sections development to aid equipment and accessibility amid a shifting trust landscape.
Lansing Twline Plant verdicts show prison board in session in Here tyler with Captain John Seaton. They plan to install about half the machinery by August to produce roughly 5 000 pounds of twine daily, aiming for full completion by fall with a 10 000 pound daily rate.
John A. Moore, jailed in Hutchinson, admits killing his five children after claiming mental distress and fear their upbringing with his wife’s family would ruin them. He described a moment of despair, described plans to burn the house, and recalled the deaths as authorities and townspeople witnessed the cemetery scene and Moore’s sorrow. The scene at the Franklin home shows Moore’s rare emotional breakdown while visiting after his crime.
The town committee in Chit PL OF town discusses village improvement plans. Leaders promise an enterprise to enhance culture and daily life, including gardens, cooking, and household arts. The meeting addressed efforts to uplift the community with new facilities and programs.
Pittsboro workers at Fox Pressed Steel Company strike March 27 over a refused 10 percent wage advance. About six hundred emblyes halt unit work as management keeps the plant idle amid the labor dispute.
Panama officials announce plans to send workers from Jamaica to join the canal project. The aim is to secure additional labor for canal construction, with arrangements set for departure tomorrow to meet staffing needs and deadlines on site.
The Minnesota Legislature passed a special law to permit parole after twenty years for Younger prisoners with good behavior. Senator Wilson pushed a reconsideration. an amendment requiring approval by the board of pardons and the board of prison managers was adopted, and the measure passed 48 to 4. The board had previously opposed pardons for the Youngers, but supporters expect a more favorable outcome.
Mr Charles Betts a pattleman from Springer New Mexico rode a Topeka train to New York to watch the St Patrick's parade when fire consumed the Windsor hotel. He recounted women leaping from windows and screaming as they fell to the pavement, crushed on impact, a horrific scene that lingered in memory.
Bank Commissioner asks all Kansas state and private banks to submit a March 14 end of day statement detailing financial condition. The report will include style notes for loans to stockholders and to companies or interests, with deposits used by owners highlighted to inform depositors. Breiden aims for transparency.
In the Mithopim valley Youngstown C Maren reports 110000 tons of Hemesmer pig iron sold this week at 14.50 per ton. National Steel bought 26000 tons Carnegie 2 0 out tons went to others. Due to open market shortages Mrowa Bonnell Iron plans to repair and “blow in” a Phoenix furnace idle over three years, capable of about 125 tons of pig iron per year.
Washington agents report from Cilia, deemed trustworthy by Senor Quesada, that the Cuban assembly will dissolve by the end of the week, likely Saturday. Quesada calls the outcome satisfactory, easing tension and promising a peaceful settlement of Cuban affairs.
Lexington March 21 The famous American thoroughbred stallion Hanover 11 years old by Etindoo dam Bourbon Belle was put to death today by chloroform Gangrene of the left forefoot from nerve destruction during racing render the destruction of the horse necessary Mito Young declined offers at 65 000 and 75 000 for him Hanover was sire of Hamburg Halma Ben Holliday and The Commoner He led leading sires for the last three years
Bert Ford, a young man under 20, shot himself while hunting in Wellington yesterday. Doctors decided to amputate the arm above the elbow after the lower arm was badly blown apart.
Albany NOY March 23 The committee of the assembly today favorably reported the bill to repeal the Horton sparring Law.
Kansas and Missouri live stock sanitary boards met at the Midland and adopted a uniform inspection system to end chronic misunderstandings at the Kansas City stock yards. They will honor cross state inspection certificates and set quarantines along north and west lines, with Kansas quarantining parts of Jasper Newton and McDonald counties and Missouri inspectors active there.
Manila reports the clash at Molo on March 1 between U S troops and insurgents. American forces faced heavy fire, with one killed and fifteen wounded among the Eighteenth regiment and General Miller estimating sixty nine insurgents killed or wounded. Three 2 inch Hotchkiss guns supported the Americans north of Jaro amid river tensions.
John T. Graham, Denver mining magnate, explains to Journal reporter that a new mining trust will advance silver prices 10 percent and streamline ore treatment. He notes many smelters have joined, with stock selling at a 15 percent premium, and predicts broader output gains in western Colorado and eastern Utah.
Reported yesterday that Republican managers debated removing Brewster to back Anthony. Democratic candidate Neely proposes mutual bonds and drastic conditions if Anthony challenges or defeats him, including stock surrender and exodus of Anthony’s rival.
John Gilbert, charged with the murder of his wife and four children in Clay County, was arraigned yesterday and initially pleaded not guilty. After the morning, he entered a guilty plea in court.
March 22 report from St Louis notes the Drummond estate forming a large new bond and stock brokerage company. James T. Drummond Jr. will be president and Charles R. Drummond general manager. W Davies Pittman serves as secretary. The firm has bought a half interest in a major New York brokerage and will install a direct private wire to New York with H Drummond overseeing operations.
Washington reports to the War Department the following casualties with wounds and locations. Names include First Tlaho, Benedict, Colorsdy, Arch Archie Aldrich, Biehl, Durr, Bruschke, McCreary, Lohman, Rodgers, Riley Callaghan, Rhodenberger, Marwood, Buster, Rays, Mariow and others. Dates span March 18 to March 21 near Maraquina Panay and Juro Panay. Casualty details list wounds to forearms chests shoulders legs hands and a scalp injury among various companies and units.
Washington reports a division estimate of the 1898 wheat crop between spring and winter drafts with acreage and bushels per acre. In Pittsboro Pennsylvania window glass factories shut by a strike of 1500 workers seeking a 19 percent wage increase. Simson & Co. runs full under a package deal, while McKee & Co. partial.
Albert Grimm known as Young Griffo, Australian pugilist, was ruled insane by a Chicago jury of physicians. He is committed to Jefferson asylum with little hope for recovery.
Washington March 28 It is believed President McKinley will take an extended vacation this summer if public business allows. Last spring he wanted to visit the western states, Yellowstone Park, and possibly the Pacific coast and may undertake that trip this year.
Miss Semira Courrane died yesterday afternoon at her brother-in-law’s home at 17 West Fifth Street from poisons taken last week. She had ingested turpentine and ferroresive substances. doctors were summoned and initial hopes rose but she succumbed. The funeral will be held Friday, and the coffin will be sent to North Carolina for burial. Sherman Improves After Illness in Santiago John Sherman rested well after a troubled night and shows signs of recovery with expected convalescence.
Atchison widow Louise Reynolds aged 49 dies from a self inflicted gunshot wound ten days after arrest in male attire. Pneumonia developed in the wounded lung, she left no children, was insured and had a will leaving assets to relatives. Local belief cites possible unsound mind and notes her late carpenter husband died two years ago.
Rome reports say the pope shows deep despondency over recovery and may not live long. A Washington dispatch cites Vatican sources noting extreme age, with the pontiff saying he will not trouble doctors and his life may go out like a lamp. Reports from Rome and Washington stress belief that his end is near.
In St Louis on March 23 executives of the World’s Fair corporation decided to begin stock subscriptions in about three days. The committee hashed whether to call part of the $5,441,000 before full subscription, ruling no rent calls until total paid. They agreed not to exceed five percent calls in six months, with more than twenty percent possible in any six months. Officials voiced encouragement at progress and expected full pledges within thirty days.
Florence and Cripple Creek and Midland railroad companies in Colorado announce consolidation under one management. Lines run from Denver to Cripple Creek and have been capped for years. Midland Terminal is led by W. Kullett, former Santa Fe auditor, still involved. Authorities anticipate improved efficiency and expect completion soon.
Kane cries as all claim to John Stetson estate are revived with Mrs Beabettae Shirley leading Stetson relatives in Boston. Shirley, who says she is Kate Stokes’s daughter, disputes former wife of John Stetson and his willless death in Boston. A Boston detective team backs the relatives and has followed Shirley across hotels and cities as the contested will proceeds in Boston.
Col W A Bryan spends the day in and around Birmingham after arriving from Nashville. A large Jefferson County reception committee meets him. He plans a public reception at the Mortis hotel and an evening address at the auditorium before likely returning to Lincoln around April 1. In Abilene Kansas Marcus Living and Theo Nuss withdraw from school board races. non partisian candidates Brennaman and Gleaner replace them.
Morton Albaugh, chair of the publicus etere central committees, warns Republicans in Kansas to unite for the next campaign. He says a divided ticket could sink the party’s hopes for the United States senator seat and criticizes recent appointments while urging unity against Democratic opposition.
New York reports a Windsor fire incident where a body was not located. Water supply issues hindered firefighting and engines were deployed to control the scene. Fragments mention bank books, letters, and names such as Margaret Quinn and Purdy, with references to addresses and a cartridge number noted among the items.
A morning blaze in Thornsville Ga around 2 am destroyed the opera house and two other buildings, causing extensive damage to Piney Woods hotel and forcing guests to flee. Nearby Hanna Cottage, three miles away, was spared as the fire raged through the district.
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