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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1898
Page
1
At Eureka Kansas a large meeting drew many from beyond the audience as Governor Teedy addressed pupils after a morning frost theme. The rally featured monologue on corporate obedience and law, with emphasis on stock yards and insurance regulation and a lengthy note on railroad registration.
Gov Teed arrived in Eureka Kansas after an early morning train and was greeted by locals including George He Munger and C Crason. He attended a school fete, dinner at Charles Deedy’s and a country reception hosted by George B Munger before leaving on the Santa Fe. County sentiment shows little change since two years ago with stock yards legislation a likely issue for Democrats and Republicans alike. Local leaders note turnout challenges amid frequent storms and limited rallies as turnout predicts a strong but unsettled vote.
Governor addressed East Side pupils as they gathered near the wind swept Wyland way. A. S. Martin introduced him while Boho children watched, several in front room seats applauding. He spoke of past schooling and urged attention to duty, inviting the governor to come again.
A teacher recounts lessons from school days amid memories of nuts and winter, praising education and discipline. The speaker notes Cromwell as a former unruly pupil who rose to power and reflects on the master who shaped him, urging students to stay diligent and prepare before university studies.
Zanexeille Ohio reports a blast at 10:45 pm sending shock waves through Mixk ingum Morgan and Guernsey counties. Buildings rocked like an earthquake with distant reports and a faint rolling rumble as investigators seek the origin.
Paris reports a looming ultimatum to Spain over the Philippine Islands amid renewed peace talks. Americans press to open the door to unconditional surrender, while Spain hints at retaining Luzon and seeks sovereignty after a new government is chosen. The two commissions meet, with timelines and protests echoed from St Petersburg.
In Little River Kansas 20 miles west of here a blaze consumed every building on the west side of Main Street including 18 houses and a hotel. The east side was saved by hard work. Loss estimated at 13000 with insurance declared. Watch window sale ads follow in local notice style.
W E Stanley arrived in Ottawa with J L Bristow to deliver five speeches in Armourdals and nearby suburbs as Mrs Stanley rapidly closes the campaign. A rousing reception greeted the visitors with the Ottawa band playing and a reception committee welcoming Mrs Stanley at the hotel.
In Ottawa on November 4 Republicans greeted W. E. Stanley with cheers at the Opera House before a crowd of about 1,000. J. L. Bristow followed, drove 23 miles to Osawatomie for a night session, and Stanley traveled to Kansas City to discuss state and national issues. J Parris praised him saying his administration would improve the state board of charities and quality of governance.
Speeches by Stanley in Armourdale and Wyandotte attract laborers and Black voters as he touts Republican friendship with colored citizens. He pledges to govern for all and criticizes opposing parties. The day includes five appearances ending with travels to Fort Pen and Counc Grove itinerary.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Ottawa County expected to back Republicans in a bid for two representative seats. Mentions a renominated candidate and rival figures in a disputed district race, with incomplete details on contestants and local political alignment.
Voters face a tight county contest as redistricting reshapes the district Mr Simmons faces a tough path with no apparent chance. Republican managers claim the county will swing next Tuesday by about 120 votes amid confidence and strategizing.
Acting for the war investigations General Lawton recounts the embarkation at Tampa the voyage and landing prep for El Caney. He defends supply efforts notes troop health tents weather and delays and cites 410 Lawton division casualties with all wounded accounted for. He faults unloaded ships and weather for tent shortages and says sickness could have been reduced with better food cooking and shelter.
A state treasurer's office bookkeeper from Concordia, A Mosher, estimates a conservative margin for Fifth district congressmen. He favors Vincent for reelection but doubts securing the fusionist name. Majorities are forecast as Overmyer closes the campaign in Topeka with Governor Lemly, while Madden is moved to Lawrence per the state committee.
A national Christian citizenship convention is called to meet in Washington December 13 to 15 to map plans for governing new territories. Prominent organizers include Josiah Strong, Anthony Comstock, and Mary Hont, with others from reform and temperance groups. Topics cover suffrage tests, civil service extension, anti vice laws, Sabbath, prohibition, and island territorial policy.
People gathered at the Carnegie Library building in Schenley Park for founder's day exercises and the Carnegie Institute annual art exhibit. Andrew Carnegie announced expansion plans and prizes were awarded to William Dwight Tryon, Chirae Hassen, Alexander Roche, EA Walton, and John B. Wier. Judges praised the exhibit as among the finest ever shown.
Manila September 24 via San Francisco November 4 headboards mark the Astor battery dead whose graves are in the native cemetery their effects sold at auction raising cash. A purse belonging to Private Dunn brought 210 and a tobacco pouch 12 dollars the money to be sent to relatives. Private William Flick of Company D Minnesota was delighted to learn his brother is a marine on the Prince Wilhelm now in harbor after ten years apart. Promotions sweep through the First Nebraska regiments with Capt W H Oury raised to second lieutenant and Claude H Ough promoted to captain along with several other officers and sergeants.
In Hamilton hall a Populist colored meeting featuring Col A A Jones and Cyrus Lindell is held alongside a Curtis address at Lukens Opera House in North Topsky. The Republican and Populist events attract local clubs, with Leedy cadets and a colored women's marching group among attendees. Curtis is the sole speaker at the North Topka venue.
Lawrence November 4 Kaness and the Kansas and Nebraska matchup shows improved form as Mosae Owen and Smith join others in practice. Backfield decisions favor two of the backs with Hess at right tackle, while Woodward competes for the quarterback role. The Kaness squad averages around 170 pounds, Nebraska about 173, with listed weights and positions for both teams.
Explosion at Ol City Boiler Works during a test of a new two horsepower boiler killed CHAS 3R CLOSKEY and JOHN FRAWLEY, fatally injured B J Gidders and Dennis McMahon, with two dozen others slightly hurt. Debris caused most injuries. works damaged about 32000. Cause cited as defective gauge.
James S Taylor, a Santa Fe brakeman from Wichita, sought 15009 damages in Sedewick County Kansas after an April Guthrie Oklahoma coupling accident left him crippled for life. The defense argued Oklahoma lacked employer liability law at the time and appealed a district court ruling that awarded 5500 to Taylor. The Supreme Court appeal follows a denied new trial.
Major A. A. Harvey returned from service and, despite wearing uniform briefly, went home to don civilian clothes. He expressed pleasure at the good feeling shown by Isaknort Atler and the unit, as troops drifted into a calm, orderly mood after the convoy.
A large sum of money believed to be over 210000 was discovered at the late home of Oscar Osborne, murdered in Richfield weeks ago. A neighbor had been told the hiding place, and investigators think a cord used to strangle him was intended to force disclosure.
Adjutant General Corbin stated no orders have been issued to artillery batteries at Fort Caswell North Carolina to move to Wilmington or to remain for erection day. No War Department official could confirm the report. Weather notes indicate Kansas will be fair tonight and Saturday with cooler winds.
Cuban street cleaning workers in Grande have walked out seeking fifty cents more per day, despite earning a dollar. General Wood rejects demands and vows to enforce labor law, potentially forcing workers to accept rations or jail terms. He reports yellow fever stable and hospital measures planned, while smallpox concerns persist near Holguin and military actions continue in the district.
Paris November 4 The peace commissions spent two hours rejecting the American proposals of Monday. No formal counter proposal appeared, while outside the talks a new view emerged on the Philippines question. The commissions adjourned to Tuesday next.
San Francisco November 4 transport Pennsylvania with Fifty first Iowa volunteers sails for Manila. Regiment numbers 128 officers and men, commanded by Captain Lover. Deaths and discharges reduced ranks by over 300 since they arrived. Mrs Williams, wife of Chaplain H H Williams, accompanies her husband. Band plays as the ship departs.
Turreil from Major Charles B. Poony arrives today, met by committee and local officials. A continuous ovation fills the streets as General MT appears, praising the war effort and the United States’ progress. Local military officers and citizens witness the scene in Cincinnati.
Washington dispatch reports Col. Colt Fourth Ohio volunteers arrived in New York after war department notice. Private Avery J. Bertner of Company K died. two other men are ill while the rest are in excellent health. The regiment will disembark and train in New York at midnight for review by the president.
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