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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1899

Page

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London City Notes on Queen's Drawing Room Gala

London gossip outlines the Queen's Drawing Room events and the new ballot system causing heartburn among prominent figures. Americans abroad figure prominently as guests at royal ceremonies, with emphasis on the foundation stone for the Victoria and Albert Museum and the royal visit to Kensington Palace amid preparations and abroad observers.

Isa Asaiciated Tlondon Tietessen Priminthy Morlinghem Pool Lordun I Albert and Victoria Museum Kenaietott Lord Chamberlain Jimevh H. Choate United States Alfred Parish New York Ora Sette Chicago Windsor Kensington Palace Tulle Ante Pam

Western Coal Strike Paralyses Several Mines Across Kansas and Missouri

Reports indicate miners in western Missouri and southeastern Kansas prepared a coordinated strike led by National President Mitchell. Yale camp voted 18 to 180 against a broader strike, while camps elsewhere readied to pull out at noon. District 4 chief Wright expects a power strike to prevail with national board support, impacting several mines and related companies.

Wright District 4 Mitchell J. P. Reese National Executive Board Br. Wright Western Coal and Mining Company Kaneas and Teas Content Com and Coke Company Southwestern Improvement Company

Tragic Death in Oakland Farm Scene

William Wilhite died after falling from a wagon in front of a real estate building in Oakland. Onlookers rushed to him as he collapsed, and he appeared to die from heart distress. Coroner Westernfeld impaneled a jury to view the remains. Wilhite, a North Topeka resident, was single and about 40 years old.

William Wilhite

Prison for Rozelle Court of Appeals Refuses to Consider Case

Edwin Roueils of Lawrence formerly secretary of Fraternal Aid Association was convicted in federal court for fraudulent acts connected with the association. He was sentenced to 18 months in a federal prison by Judge Foster and must serve the term as the Court of Appeals at St Louis refused to consider his appeal and remanded for execution of sentence.

Court of Appeals Edwin Roueils Lawrence Rand Fraternal Aid Association Federal Court of Weine Foster United States Court of Appeals St Louis

Presidential Party Visits Natural Bridge on Excursion

The presidential party travels by special train at 5 18 am to Natural Bridge Virginia. The group plans about six hours there before returning to Washington for dinner. The entourage includes Aunt McKinies Secretary and Mrs Gage Assistant Secretary Cartel Dr and Mrs Rixey and several friends.

Aunt McKinies Gage Cartel You Rixey Natural Bridge

Reading Exeter Disaster Returns Toll of 28 Dead

A Reading Pa battle of trains near Exeter, six miles south of Reading, left at least 28 dead and many injured as an excursion train rear ended another. Names of the dead include Frank D. Miller, George W. Schall, and Capt. George H. Coulston. numerous Norristown and Pottstown residents among the injured. The crash involved a Cannon Ball express and a special excursion train, with a Pullman and several coaches derailed, and witnesses recount a terrifying scene of crushed cars and frantic rescue efforts.

Reading Philadelphia & Heading Exeter Nutt Pottsville Lilled Frank D. Shaner Norristown George W. Schall S Tostuik Twenty-steord Street Philadelphia Annie Mgraw Ashland Aes Y. Hunchburger Gullis Frank Sowers George H. Andels Samuel Battey Hiram Shelly Thomas Lee Bridgeport Cramm Holles WM. M. Keen Georgh H. Coulston J. Laverty Harrisbars Lucien J. Cusler Pottstown George W. Helmes Johnson Edward Smith Charies i Nathan Willow Street A. d. Anhenteider George Holes Harry Stauffer Nin Readime Stow Exette Harrisburg Secant UF & cUrve General E Rard Grubb New Jersey United States Greece Hales Penrose Senator Penrose L Fnter Jast Hight Harry Orrell WL. Byeret Orrell Fils Associated Press

Supreme Court ruling may re tax costs from court of appeals

The Supreme Court issued a ruling affecting appeals as a matter of right in Santa Fe v Campbell, allowing transcripts to be taxed as costs. The decision could trigger widespread re taxation of thousands of dollars in cases pending in the Court of Appeals and impact plaintiffs who could not advance funds for transcripts. The ruling also covers general procedures for certifying records and may enable more defendants to appeal as of right by addressing transcript costs.

Supreme Court The Santa Fe Campbell Wlutttenehdt Sami Y Fe Court of Appeals Littlefield Richt

Inspectors refuse to declare for Burton in senate race

A list of inspectors from several towns is cited as not being required to state their preference for J R Burton for United States senator. Governor Stanley and political circles advised Spencer to avoid mixing the question with his department. State administration denies backing Burton. Capt E M Misner named assistant superintendent of the Topeka reform school after J H Gimstead declined due to his wife’s job prospects.

W. A. Thompson el Dorado J. D. Wilkins Horton E. C. Seward Winfeld Jen Randolph Pittsburg C. E. Rose Vans Sterling Alten Barckn Beam Herington Merrill Allison Iola W. Hi. Luis Starvora John T. Fearing Mankato Munger Belleville E. Countryman Phillipsburg Munroe Peters Osage City J. H. Reece Troy J. Burton United States Stanley Spencer J. R. Burton Burton Senate Capt E. M. Misner Reform School State Ward of Charities EM. Misner Dodge City J. HE. Gimstead Anthony Tnetituion Misner

Menninger Seeks Paris Exposition Commissioner Post

Dr Menninger of this city is a candidate for one of the 12 national commissioners to represent the United States at the Paris exposition. He has secured many endorsements to be presented to President McKinley. Also notes Minneapolis lawyer J T Tomlinson named warden of the penitentiary with official appointment made at the executive office. he assumes July 1 and HL RB Landis wards’ restoration also takes effect then.

Paris Metminger United States Menninger McKinley Minneapolis Stanley J. T. Torkinson

Vaccination Orders From Health Secretary Gill

Dr H Gill, secretary of the state board of health, plans vaccination of school children at Emporia amid smallpox activity. He pauses work to counter moves by the governor and the new state board, aiming to retain his secretary position while sending out the bulletin.

Gill H. Gill State Board of Health Emporia Dinor

Letter from Malolos recounts early mobile action and duties

From Abilene via a letter dated Malolos April 5 Lieut. Col. Little describes a six day march through rice fields and jungle to Malolos Guiginto facing daily fighting. The regiment suffers its greatest loss in minutes of combat and Little assumes command as others are incapacitated. He notes heat, salt water rivers, and a vivid city scene before detailing duties near Calumpit and the state of health among officers.

England Oxford Cambelige America Veace Commission Peace Commission Amériisen Spoynsenta Alfred & Bath United States St. Pouit Associated Press Lonien Philppines Col Bath Tan Thomas Lipton Moody Dwight L Moody Glasgow Jaimes McNeil Whistler Mr. Whistler Abilene Little Malolos Patue Malines Wheaton Kansans Kansas Funston MetexIr Caloucan Whitman Metenit Arhilé Calumpit Rhough

Aguinaldo's New Move in Belligerency Push

Aguinaldo plans a new gambit to force belligerency recognition by foreign powers. He seeks surrender talks with a general while demanding foreigners leave insurgent territory within an hour, hoping European and American governments will acknowledge his government to aid negotiations.

Manila Aguinaldo Camimer Aguinalde Po Lawton New York Mayot Herald San Lidtorsie Balinng Dewey Admiral Dewey Sue Canal United States Mecca Torie San Persuando MacArthur San Fernands Bacardy Bar Curt Hunte Rio Grande Bullacka Pilipinas Alti Keyes Meutenart Greverin del Pilar Mamita Sewajl Grengawanes Eae Reyou Ming Chen Otis Aldo Pagees Tom Minvinn

Dewey Plans a Slow Return Trip After Pacific Cruise

Mania. May 12. Admiral Dewey will not hurry the voyage home. The Olympia will sail leisurely from Manila after a fortnight in Hong Kong to refresh the crew and repaint the ship to white. The fleet will receive full instructions for managing operations under the new war footing while the admiral arranges his travels and credentials.

Dewey Admiral Dewey Jeuve United States Olympia Home Toppiake Mediterranean Manlin

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