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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1899

Page

6

Weather and crop outlook across districts report

Weather reports from Jennings to Dodge City note navy winds and variable temperatures with dry eastern areas and wet western zones. Wheat and corn progress vary. cotton? forage crops showing strength as cattle range improves. rainfall needed in several counties to sustain pasture and ongoing planting across Middle Divison and Far West zones.

Dodge City Buntay Medina McPherson Leedhran Tes Erate

Postmaster Prohibits Three pamphlets by Anti Imperial Leader

Washington May 2 The postmaster has directed the San Francisco postmaster to stop the mailing of three pamphlets issued by Edward At-Xineon of Reston vice president of the Anti imperial league. The material is said to aim at circulation by mail within the country and would be dispatched to the Philippines.

Washington Federal San Frageleco Edward At- Xineon Reston Jant-Imperialiie League

EJ Whites Not Going Away from Santa Fe Ties

EJ Whites denial confirms he remains in Kansas with ties to Santa Fe and will not move to Pennsylvania for the Delaware Erie position. In other news, Tod Sloan rode Maklyn in a five furlong Chester meeting race, Chevening led early but finished fourth with Denevan Rossa second and Tyrosome third in a U 1 4 betting outcome.

White Santa Fe Pather State Journal Mtaterone Emporia Pers Euneylvania Delaware & Erie Hie Fe Kansas Sloan London Chester Musker Orton Simona Tod Sloan Maklyn J G. R Homfray Denevan Rossa Mr. Russell U i Chevoning

Arlington interment with military honors for 252 dead

Washington May 2 252 soldier dead bodies from Cuba and Porto Rico aboard the steamship Chon were buried at Arlington with full military honors. The ceremony matched the earlier one for bodies brought by Crook with two acting war officials and Major General Miles in attendance. Major Gunther and artillery units led the procession while Chaplain Freekind and Father Mager conducted services.

Washington Cuba Porto Rico Arlington Crook Hs Cabinnet Metkiejohn Alser Miles Assis Col Gunther Fourth Artillery Freekind Fortress Monrot Father Mager

Morrison of Salina Killed in Service at 26

Henry Morrison of Salina aged 26, son of H T Morrison, longtime Saline county sergeant, was a Saline high school graduate and Presbyterian church member. In a letter to his parents he expressed duty and faith, trusting Providence will guide his future. Albert Terry, reportedly drowned, hailed from Kansas City Kansas.

Henry Morrison Salina H. T. Aforrison Leateong Saline County Saline High School Presbyterian Church Ceel Persimilio Albert ‘Terry Kansas City Kan

Real estate transfers listed with multiple property details

Hicks and wife transfer to RF Hod for 5000 property in east half 16 12 14. Elizabeth J Godwin and husband to Mary Goodwin for 1000 at 21% and 215 Madison Street. Silas P Morgan and wife to Helen W Flobine for 100 at 43 and 5 Tyler Street Maple Grove addition. F O Popenne and wife to Molen T Butterfield for 650 at blocks 6 7 8, Agburndale. Weeterh Land association to Mabel Foucht for 1. Maple Grave addition. Hinchman and wife to Mabel Foucht for 1. Shawnee County tax deed 355 14 lots 38 and 1 ½ Center Street Maplet in addition. Asa Starr and husband to Albert Robertson for 2009 east Gulf northwest quarter 0 14. Jennie R Stratton to A W Taces HO lots 205 and 27 Harrison Street. HAL Lewis and husband to S J Dustan for 1 lots 265 and 267 Chestnut Street Metzer's third addition.

Hicks RF. Hodwins East Half Eizabeth J. Godwin Mary Goodwin Ite Madison Street Silas P. Morgan Helen W. Flobine Tyler Street Maple Grove F.O. Popenne Molen T. Butterfield Agburndale Mabel Foucht Tyler, Polk Taylor Steeete Hinchman Muabel Foucht Shawhe Pearl MeNwal Center Street Maplet Asa Starr Albert Robertson East Gulf Northwest Quarter Jennie R. Stratton A. W. Taces Harrison Street Hal Lewis J. Dustan Chestnut Street Metitzer

Engines Ordered as England Seeks American Loco Motives

In London a demand for 130 locomotives built in America emerges as the Mid Britain railway plans to place a contract for 13 locomotives with American firms. Great Northern Railway is also said to order many Mogul-type engines from American builders amid a widening strike of grain shovelers. In Buffalo a shooting occurred during a strike scene. Wm H Kennedy, kin of Jane Kennedy, was wounded in the right breast and another man was shot in the left breast, with both likely fatal. The shooter, Skinner, with twenty others, was arrested. The incident followed the grain shovelers’ strike.

England America London Midfend Great Northern Railway Buffalo Wm. H. Kennedy Jane Kennedy Main Street Skinner Wellington Samoa Apia Reuter Gonaul Falifa Amer— Fcat Vailima Lieut. Gaunt Porpolee Sturdee Lieut Cave Robert Louis Stevenson Mutanta Lulumoebea Stevenson Westminster Gazette Funchal Madeira Mrs. Stevenson McKinley Commodore Watson Ike le Beth

Reformatory Changes In Hutchinson Officials Named

J Beck of Salina appointed assistant superintendent at Hutchinson reformatory and assumed duties. Superintendent Simmons names Capt Edwards as storekeeper and lists new school principal George G Price Hedgman county. G A Phillips Igtick county Wacker Stuches Douglas carpenter Clarence Howand Johnson mason G Cheatum Kingman 8 King Rend counties W 1 Mendenhall Barton county guards.

J. Beck Salina Hutchinson Reformaton W. T. Hopkins Simmons Capt. Ecdwards Hutchinson George G. Price Hedgman County Princips G. A. Phillips Igtick Wacker G. Stuches Douglas County Carpenter Clarence Howand Johnson County Mason G. Cheatum Kingman County King Rend W. 1 Mendenhall Barton County Guards

Good Citizens Meet in Cincinnati for Two Day Session

The third annual Good Citizenship convention opens in Cincinnati with a two day program at the Odd Fellows hall and Palace hotel. President George Miten of California delivers the annual address tonight as delegates from across the nation convene, with sessions, committee meetings, and a devotional opening marking the start of proceedings.

J. Q. A. Hengy Chicago Chariton Edholm Chicauio Herbert Casson Tennesse T. Ninhelain Washington Alfred Cridge San Francisco Helen Gou *Gar Lafayette Ind J.P. Kuftey Phil Semmings Wik HS. Thompson J. W.arrowsmith New

National Lead Company Declared Not a Trust by Court

The Missouri Court of Appeals ruled that the National Lead Company cannot operate under a corporate form by its members or governing bodies and dismissed the anti trust claim. The case involved a debtor suit for 21759 with a view bet and a defendant challenging the trust designation. Judge c v Biand, brother of Congressman Hiand, presided.

St. Louis Etreult Court of Appeals Rendy Red National Lead Company Oormbinket Ulemalander National Lend Company NUE C. v. Biand Hiand Tis Court

Pitz in Training Ahead of May 4 Coney Island Fight

New York May 2 Booritzsimmons begins earnest training for his date with Jim Jertz on May 4 at Coney Island. The champion wrapped up a Jersey City bout Saturday night. Jeffries already dominated Lanky Bob in the week, but the Australian expects four weeks to reach peak form. Training quarters kept secret but set for Thth Beach. A cottage is secured with a gymnasium to be added, Dan Wickes assists the champion as he did for Fite against Corbett.

New York Booritzsimmons Jim Jertz Coney Island Jersey City Jeffries Pitzsimmone Julian Dan Wickes Ths Corbett

A Triumphal Cruise and Various May Events

Reports from May events include Rear Admiral Howlson welcomed in Ponta del Gorda and the Weal elvil palace gardens visit, Chicago sailors performing in Municpal park, and Edward Atkinson's anti imperial documents under Postmaster General review. Also noted are Senator Kyle's resignation talk, Kansas City labor strikes, efforts to regulate ticket scripting, and a brief Supreme Court adjournment.

Ponta del Gorda Secres Island United States Chicago Africa Weal Elvil Howlson Auguste Norera Muniatpal Park Puttir

Funston’s Political Prospects In Kansas Debate

Western paper discusses Colonel Funston, praises his leadership of the Twentieth Kansas, and weighs possible political future. Local figures offer mixed views on a Funston run for governor, congressman, or senator, noting his popularity and potential booster effect for the Republican ticket.

Atkinson Potentially Exonerated Over Manila Circulars

Washington May 2 Absent cabinet members include Gage Lange Alger and Wi 46h The Manila circulars criticized Philippine policy and volunteers whose term ends may not re enlist Edward Atkinson of Boston linked to the operation faces possible charges under a federal sedition statute but action may be deferred The postmaster general ordered the circulars halted at San Francisco and officials weigh the gravity of the alleged offense

Atkinson Washington Gage Lange Alger Manila Nilinxius Edward Atkinson Hoste United States United Suites

Alaskan boundary talk and army report at meeting

Parts of the army beef commission report were read at the meeting and matters relating to the Alaskan boundary question were briefly discussed. The remarks suggested discrediting actions by Mr Atkinson and possible energetic measures if repetition occurs.

Chaldean Club Banquet Features Pie Top and Toastees

Social notes describe the Chaldean club annual banquet held Monday at Wiley, with pink and white decorations and a top crust pie joke for the attendees. The program included questions on literature, women in business, and notable contributions, with Mrs. W. W. Russell presiding and Mrs. Mills presenting the humorous dish. Invitations extended for Decoration Day with members and families.

Wiley Robert Steele Flora Mayo O. C Galt Kansas W. W. Russell J. B. Larimer W. W. Mills John Sim Albert Watkins Robert Blace George Walp McGiifert Mayo H. G. Larimer Hampton Strete

Metcalf the Man to Succeed Funston as Colonel

Kansas news discusses who will replace Colonel Funston as colonel of the Twentieth Kansas. Major Wilder S Metcalf of Lawrence is favored by many, with Governor Stanley to appoint. The article notes Metcalf’s war record and ties to the Kansas National Guard, alongside Governor Stanley’s cautious stance on official Washington confirmation before final choices.

Funston Kansas Ed Little Wilder S. Metcalf Lawrines Stanley Ldithe Metcalf Kansas National Guard Little Leedy Allen Punston Aven Nour Ren Messare Washington

Soldier comments on leadership and wounded officer

A historical note quotes a soldier expressing mixed views on appointments made by a superior officer. He mentions Lieut. Col. Little Nagbern being wounded and unable to join battles, while admitting uncertainty about the regiment’s opinion on the matter.

Little Bern

Rebels on Top Near Apia in Samoa Clash

Report from Wellington dated May 2 notes that powers instruction worsened the Samoa crisis. Rebels hold key granaries near Apia and boast against British and American forces. Civilians, including whites, face danger. German and rebel factions celebrate perceived victories.

Market report from Chicago May 2 Wheat and livestock activity

The Associated Press market report notes weakness in wheat with lower July and June prices amid declines in corn and hog receipts. Cattle and hog futures show firmer opening but quick shifts as buyers step back. Grain and livestock receipts and shipments are listed with mixed press coverage.

Chicago Derath Minneapolia Oulu Ya Cohn Joly Dulrthac Provis Puckees Bee Fialotiy Seieber

Grain Market News Mixed With Wheat and Corn Prices

Market commentary from New York and Chicago reports mixed grain movements. Wheat and corn futures show fluctuations amid export talk, with receipts and stocks varying across cities and analysts noting bulls and bears in play.

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