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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1898

Page

6

Debating Treatment for Habitual Drunkards and Druggists

Physicians and officials argue drunkenness is a diseased state requiring hospital care rather than jail. Police sometimes take intoxicated individuals home for care. experts advocate state-supported hospitals like Keeley cures, with six months to a year for effective treatment. City officials differ, but agree jail is not the proper place for addicts and that treatment should be pursued.

Hill Ib Ors Eastman New York Maske Chimeis W. A. S. Hird Lisa Biepital Mitchell Arunkards Tudsey Juliet W. BR. Sivan

Shell shipment to Mars island Navy Yard reported

The notice outlines a large shipment of 20 000 shells to Mare Intanda yard for American naval use. It notes that the ammunition was to be moved by ship from Atlantis to the Pacific and hints at urgent need for munitions amid deployments and naval readiness.

Mars Island Navy Yard Bert Pabi Arger Mien Puritan Atlantis Pacific Mare

News on Navy Yard Delays and North Atlantic Deployments

A Washington dispatch reports Sec retary Lang ordered Brooklyn navy yard officials to refrain from commenting on the Sinnerelads in North Atlantic waters. Repairs to ships are complete. Within ten days Commodore Philip will command battleships and armored cruisers, excluding the Iowa and Oregon, now at Rio Janeiro. The armored cruisers New York and other fleets will be kept near the Brazilian coast as the Spain regulations develop.

New York Tieraid Washington Lang Navy Yard Brooklyn North Atlantic Philip Iowa Oregon Rio Janeiro Spain

Massidgettts to complete repairs this weekend

The Homeship Massidgettts will finish repairs over the presusit weekend and all construction on the Indiana will be completed within that time. Naval officials say the Texan 16 conc cerned will need only a short time to repair the propeller before armor clades are ready for Hampton Roads where New York awaits. Vessels will stay pending further action from Paris.

Massidgettts Indiana Hampton Roads New York Paris

Lucky Kansas Girl Inherits Half Million Gift

Miss Sarah Bonell of Ablene heir to $500,000 after death of Tekend. Writes from Vilens that sister Ablene confirms the bequest and Sarah plans to spend the coming winter in India with her sister Bina while remaining educated in the Vatsaimingeres Lerlett.

Sarah Bonell Abilene Avilens Kona Bonet Ablene Frivmda Frogs Figgins Ils Sarah Ablent New York

Changes in Austrian diplomatic rank to an embassy

The state department acknowledges Austria-Hungary will elevate its status to an embassy in Washington. The move affects the Austrian mission at Vienna and may lead to additional secretaries and attaches. Baron Hengelmuller, current minister to Austria, will be recalled next month. Count Ruelferstein is named as potential successor with a high profile in Austrian politics. The article also notes Morgan's orchestra at the corner of State and Quincy streets with tickets selling for 50 cents, including supper.

Washington New State Department Austria-Hungary Francis Josephrand United States Vina Amerean Regation Corp Bt Vienna Baron Hengeimulter Swtterland Count Ruelferstein the Insterior Francis Joseph Count Kuelferstein Austria Baron Hengelmulier Tarsige Corps Stet and Quincy Streets Morgans Orchestra

Waiting for Uncle Saw Rations at Cavite

The article recounts scenes in Manila during American occupation, noting open shops and busy merchants as soldiers in blue collect rations. It describes tensions between American troops and locals, with criticisms of native treatment and a focus on the logistical display of rations at Cavite.

Cavite Manila Harpers Anthor

FORGERY HIS FAD AND A CLERICAL DESPERADO

A former Wichita prosecutor, Rev. Mr. Mark Thorp, alias Rev. Mr. Haveard, is linked to a long running fraud scheme. Police and Pinkertons tracked him for weeks across Kansas City and Marshalltown. Thorp, once pastor of a popular church, is described as a complex figure with a career in law and ministry.

Forged credentials led to preacher Parrish arrest

A forger identified Rev Mr Mark Thompson as Parrish by a deputy, and on October 17 he was arrested. Parrish, who had occupied the pulpit for three years, allegedly forged letters of recommendation and credentials from church leaders. He later victimised Sandwich Bank of Randwick and the American Banking Association, culminating in a long investigation and a stand in DeKalb county jail at Sycamore awaiting trial.

Parrish Mark Thompson Marehielltown Constantine Sandwich Bank Randwick American Henking Association Pinkerton Agercy Cours DeKalb County Sycamore Triai

Murder on the Chispa second time in two months

Nov 4 report of a fatal shooting on the Chispa in a case linked to a serial mystery. The victim, identified as Nick, was shot during a confrontation at Berg's inn. Captain Hesoka leads the investigation as authorities search for clues and motive amid ongoing Brooks murder questions.

Fan Prancieco Nick Berg Nilou Rube Anurslitn Hesoka Brooks

Ohio Man in Special Dispatch Summary

A Cincinnati Enquirer dispatch profiles an Ohio man tied to Governor Stanley of Kansas. Born in Patterson, Hardin County, Illinois, he studied law locally before moving west. The narrative highlights a family noted for intellect and energy, naming sisters Mrs Drew of Cleveland, Miss Harriet J. Stanley, and Miss Bird Stanley, with the latter an adopted sister in New Jersey.

Cincinnati’ Enquirer Kenton Alors Ohio Elent Stanley Kansas Felie Pattersop Hardinecanty Plate West Fils Mre Cleveland Harriot J. Stanley The West School Hird Stanley Pennington New Jersey

Preference for Spanish War veterans in civil service

New York Nov 14 Secretary Long reports recommending Congress amend civil service laws to grant preference to applicants who served in the Spanish war. Preference already exists for Civil War veterans, and the military union foresees support for extending this to those who enlisted in the recent conflict. Last Turk Leaves Crowe Cannon Island of Crete Nov 14 Chair Pasha and the last Turkish soldiers depart today.

New York Whellington Long Congress Caner Island of Crete Cha‘ir Pasha Here

Hooley Case Reveals 1000 Pound Payments and Cuban Loan Claim

London November 14 The bankruptcy examination of promoter Eonest Terah Hooley resumes with Sir William Marriott denying his claim of paying 1000 pounds for an introduction to the Carleton club and refuting Hooley’s alleged 10000 pound donation to Conservative funds. Marriott says Hooley also spoke of a Cuban loan connected to an American syndicate and a 10000 pound fee, while Hooley loses hopes of creditor relief. Marriott admits receiving a 50 pound check from Hooley, later handed to Conservative representatives, which could not aid his bankruptcy.

London Terah Hooley Sir William Marriott Mr. Hooley Hooley Carleton William Marquis of Aberzavenny William Marriott Careton Gamne Cuba Tor Company Hooviey Hoovey

Desperate Prisoner Escapes from County Jail

Wm. Alimandin, jailed for grand larceny, escaped Saturday from the county jail in Fil Dorado by prying through plaster and floor using an iron bar. He climbed the cage, burned a floor hole with a match, and fled as alarmed prisoners yelled fire to wake Sheriff Turner.

Fil Dorado Wm. Alimandinier Tls Turner

National Horse Show Opens at Madison Square Garden

Open day of the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden features professional horsemen. Events include harness horses and jumpers with $35,000 in prizes, judging and special cups. Weather dampened public interest though entries align with previous years.

New York Madison Square Garden National Horse Show Association

Minsterial group in Muncie opposes Sunday funerals

In Muncie Indiana the Ministerial association released unusual resolutions opposing Sunday funeral services except in absolute necessity. They urge undertakers to protest the practice and suggest family farewells occur before services. The plan also discourages casket viewing after funerals and favors home funerals for solemnity and simplicity. Reactions split among religious workers.

Ministerial Association of Muncie Mwe Astet

Wellington to Launch Temperance Revival led by Albert Griffin

Wellington on Nov 14 plans a temperance revival as saloons grow bold. XX meeting at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon featured Albert Iffin as the principal speaker, stirring up strong enthusiasm for the crusade.

Wellington Albert Griffin Methodist Church Albert Iffin

THAT SOLDIER VOTE PROVING A GREAT PLAGA

A mangled wartime voting item discusses the soldier vote and canvassing boards. The piece notes confusion over return times and December deadlines, with claims about delays and myths surrounding ballots. The text references Balline county and Tevklan, naming county officials and canvassing actions amid disputes.

Ordre Ieeeeutor Balline Capvaseng Udjout

Supplies for Twenty-Third Kansas Aid Society Box

The Twenty-third Kansas Aid Society prepared hospital supplies for Kansas troops in Cuba and sent them via express to the New York depot quartermaster at state expense. Private Secretary Lewis coordinated forwarding with the depot quartermaster but received no reply yet about movement through to Santiago. The Anglian Lutheran church plans a Pennsylvania supper at 6 o'clock on November 16.

Twenty-third Kansas Aid Society Kansas San Luis de Cuba Lewis New York Santiago

Missing old medicine peddler near Porter home

Yesterday afternoon Meltz, a 73 year old medicine peddler with white hair and a full beard, stopped at Arthur Porter’s house one mile south of town for lodging. He stepped out at seven and has not been seen since as neighbors organized a search with no trace by eight this morning.

Meltz Arthur Porter Porter Fie Oelock

E of L Meets Tomorrow in Chicago

Delegates to the twenty second annual Knights of Labor assembly arrive in large numbers in Chicago. An executive board meeting was held to arrange the programme. The event opens tomorrow.

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Croker Visits Chicago Visit to City Not Political

Chicago November 14 Richard Croker Tammany leader is in Chicago visiting friends. As far as can be learned his visit to this city has no political significances.

Croker Chicago Richard Croker Tammany Leader Mr. Croker

Advertised Patent Remedy Claims Quick Relief

Pulaxkl Kentucky dealer John Mathias reports long illness with Max and an unnamed physician, credits Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for curing half a bottle. Also touts Mystic Cure for rheumatism and neurangia with instant relief and quick action. Sold by Strife Holliday druggists at 523 Kansas Avenue Topeka with prices listed.

John Mathias Pulaxkl, Ky Max Chamberlain Strife & Holliday Kansas Avenue Topeka

Spain's Paper Refused After Mutiny Disturbances

Disturbances in the city subside as regular Spanish crews patrol. The government offers the market 425,000 pounds in three days to fund troops. Two Spanish bankers lend LM, 000 pounds but boluses refuse without proof of funds in London. Forty five ringleaders and chief promoters of Thursday mutiny reportedly arrested and imprisoned in Morre Castle, none to be court martialed.

Laving Wis Key West Fila London Comercial Spain Morre Castle

Washington War Board Report Details Subsistence Expenditures

The report by Charles P. Feagan, commander of subsistence, to the secretary of war cites an expenditure of 6,008,725 dollars with a small balance in the subsistence bureau. It describes blockade actions near Tampa in May and June 2008, unloading efforts for the Fifth Army Corps, and supplies that reached 16,000 enlisted men. The document covers logistic work at Santiago, Munition Point, and the care of stores and requisitions tied to the Cuban invasion, noting army control by the commissary general and the need to ensure adequate rations.

Washington Charles P. Fegan Secretary of War Frey Commissary Department Byars Egan Une Santiago Aten Tampa Srhiol Istana Cuba Denver Department of the Apet Fifth Army Corps Furtter Gan Wage Nur Santiago Parker Ata Ouiere Munteile Point Kickin

SHOWERS OF METEORS EXPECTED IN NEW YORK AREA

New York reports say Prof Z K Foes of Columbia University predicts a meteor shower may arrive between now and November. Yale Princeton and Harvard campuses planned observations. Yale director Sr Kikin has a meteor graph from 1836 hoping to use it. Predictions vary as calculations shift and meteor activity remains uncertain.

New York Z. K. Foes Columbia University Yale Princeton Harvard Sr. Kikin Yale University Observatory Keee Willen Gut Carlier

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