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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1898
Page
7
A garbled report outlines Congressional action to adjust military manpower and funding. It references increasing forces, changes to officer and enlisted ranks, and a large appropriation figure amid unclear context and fragmented OCR.
Washington March 24 Senator Marsh chairs the house committee on initiative and recently reported be reform measures to boost state militia efficiency and fund a military bill. He spoke with Speaker Reed and Secretary Alger urging volunteers and urging government support for rapid military readiness. Marsh stressed trained volunteers must be ready to serve if called, noting soldiers are well drilled and capable. The plan seeks to enlist and mobilize volunteers to meet urgent defense needs.
The article quotes Senator Harris criticizing arbitration, urging immediate action over Spain, and warning that missteps could lead to war. He argues for demands on evacuation of Cuba, equal rights for Americans, and strict accountability for Spain, stressing national honor and swift enforcement. He rejects arbitration and supports decisive naval power.
An Havana dispatch dated March 24 reports an editorial urging caution in response to the Maine inquiry findings. The piece notes that American courts of inquiry are anticipated to address the matter, with editorial comments signaling hedging and measured expectations.
The short time available prevented a full scientific report on the Maine Sinister and the Barbor wreck. Divers recovered a body from the forward part of the vessel as disinfected clothing may identify it. Gunner Morgan and several divers left for Key West with more navy personnel expected to arrive aboard the Ward line steamer.
March 24 New York steamer Oriseabel carried 580 tons of Cuban relief puppies from Central Cuban Relief Committee to Consul General Lee. Stephen A. Barton cites 205,000 destitute concentrades in 400 towns needing aid and calls for 60 tons cornmeal and 20 tons bacon. Committee estimates feeding 1 000 per day with receipts about $550 to date. New York City contributions lag behind other cities.
A letter from Walter Barker, U.S. consul in Cuba, describes famine like conditions in a Cuban district. About 50,000 destitute people, many women and children, lack food and medicine. relief requested through the Consul General at Havana for shipment of rice, condensed milk, clothing, and funds to aid the starving.
Boston March 24 T Jefferson Coolidge former minister to France says in an interview that war is coming over Spanish Cuba. He believes Spain will declare war when the United States intervenes to free Cuba and that the Spanish dynasty could not face it otherwise.
A Leslie's Weekly excerpt from April 20, 188?, quotes General Grant proposing a joint land and naval assault to seize Havana. He suggests the humane Spanish rule would ease a Havana capture by a first class power in case of war with Spain.
Pilar Oliva of Manigua a Cuban noblewoman with influence has been arrested by Col Pagneria Havana chief of police on charges of aiding insurgents. She will be sent to Barcelone for trial.
A naval retirement board has completed its work on Rear Admiral Sivged due to physical disability. Its recommendations will be sent to the Navy Department. The exact decision is not disclosed, but belief centers on retirement. March 24. The message ends with a fragment about the men’s ship.
Supplies for 4,000 men for three months arrive at Key West aboard the Mallory Liner Leona from Newark. The provisions will be stored locally and strengthen the garrison.
A fragmented report describes Rey West? naval rendezvous near ABE with lines on fortifications, harbor, and island defenses. It mentions preparations, supply movement, and the potential for an impending attack, emphasizing readiness and strategic positions.
Driggs of the Pine Bank Company announced a government contract valued at half a million dollars for ammunition. The order was confirmed amid preparations in New York with shipments of rifles and torpedo tubes slated for arrival from Newport. The steam yacht Mayflower was docked at the Davy Yard and to be formed into a war vessel.
Miss Clara Barton, president of an American Red Cross branch in New York, departed Havana on the Key West steamer. Her departure, made public today, was stated to be due to private matters, and she expressed hope she could soon return to Cuba.
London dispatch reports that Spain informally asked Paris whether France would mediate at Washington over Spain’s loan, either alone or with other powers, given France’s role as Spain’s largest creditor and traditional friend.
London March 3 The Times correspondent in Santiago de Chile says Chilean government refuses to consider selling war vessels to Spain or the United States. In Galveston Texas 600 firemen enrolled. 200 cavalry to be moved from Fort Sill Oklahoma. Colorado reports volunteers for rifle practice and sharp shooters linked to Colonel Barnett, a member of the Creedmoor rifle club.
London reports on March 4 with The Daily Chronicle noting an imminent Salisbury resignation under medical advice from the premier and foreign secretary posts. Predictions named Devonshire as prime minister and Arthur J Balfour as foreign secretary amid a queen abroad. On March 24 a denial says there is no truth to the resignation claim while Salisbury sails to the Riviera.
Ensign Roscoe Spear of the Montgomery, while aboard in uniform, leaped overboard after the cry man overboard. He found and rescued a helpless sailor who could not swim as both struggles paused in the harbor. It took hours to revive the rescued mariner. Spear hails from Norristown.
Senator Allen on the senate committee on claims feverishly reported a bill to reimburse the University of Kansas $28.00 for damages to the Precon hotel caused by a deputy United States marshal and sheriff. The New England Emigrant Aid Company owned the hotel and presented the claim, which was transferred to the state of Kansas after dissolution.
The article reports that Crispi resigned after a committee report found common law offenses tied to accusations. He fends off impeachment and contemplates appealing to his constituents to judge his fitness for Parliament.
Kansas officials Attorney General Boyle Secretary Bush and Clemens State Auditor Mortis faced a terrifying moment inside Chicopes mine during a visit. A mule car stalled as darkness fell, drivers beat the mule, and the party crawled for safety. laughter and bravado followed as they exited with lamp retied and plans to depart.
Columbus Borth surveys politics in the Sixin district and supports A H McGee of Oberlin for the Republican nomination for state auditor. McGee would strengthen the ticket. Horin runs his campaign, while McGee is viewed as a strong candidate. Also notes horse sale in Louisville and Grain-O beverages as a coffee substitute.
Fragmented OCR text hints at Hoey proposals relating to state government plans published in The Topeka State Journal in early March. Readable entities indicate potential policy or budget proposals affecting state administration and governance.
A historical proclamation appoints city officials for Topeka Kansas with a mayoral claim and instructions for electing one councilman per ward, two school board members, four ward officers, and three constables. It designates voting at specified precincts and includes authentication by the city clerk.
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