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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1898

Page

8

Spain Pressured by US and Creditors in Peace Talks

Madrid reports government instructions to peace commission president Montero and hints the Paris conference may end soon unless American demands shift. Observers note Spaniards may concede to avoid further pressure from creditors and U S, with possible final memorandum interpreted as ultimatum though not official. Deliberations may close once a final presentation occurs under conference rules.

Madrid el Imparcial Senor Montero Paris Ube Audi Atfement Spain de Hinindartes Fed Asx

Gladys Kennedy Case In Probate Care

Four year old orphan Gladys Kennedy once said to be harmed by her grandfather has been placed in proper care and turned over to John F. Friend in the probate authorities. The move follows concerns about the child’s welfare and guardianship proceedings.

Gladys Kennedy John FP Friend

Kennedy grandfather awarded guardianship of child

In a Saturday court session Judge Dolman heard the guardianship case of a young girl. Kennedy and his two sons faced questions about home life and care. After witnesses described a neat home and acceptable arrangements, Mrs. Friend was given custody with the grandfather to pay for care and supervise the arrangement.

Friend Wiliam Kennedy Hunt Ida Kennedy Mra Kbound Dolman Vhla

Senate Committees and Party Power Plays

The Populists aim to control Senate committees by seizing committee selection from Lt Governor Harry Richter this year. The plan would pit Populists against the Republicans who hold a House majority and fear consequences if proper laws fail to pass.

Popul Mbet Uy Ak Cns Senate House

Sedalia Troops Escape Fire On Western Train

Officers and men of Companies 1, G, K and L of the Twelfth United States Infantry, bound from Jefferson Barracks to Fort Riley, narrowly escaped death by cremation when a Baker heater in Pullman car 2037 started a blaze between Otterville and Smithton. The panic-stricken soldiers retreated to rear cars as the train sped toward Sedalia at 70 mph. Fire engines waited in Sedalia but yard crowds slowed action. the train was moved to the Jordan stockyards and the flames were extinguished after about an hour delay.

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Lord Curzon and Lady Curzon Prepare Hospitable India Sojourni

London reports Lord Curzon of Kedleston and Lady Curzon will journey to India in December as viceroy and wife. They have ordered 10000 ball programmes 1600 garden party cards 2000 dinner cards 5500 at home cards and 1200 men can invitations. Curzon plans to be known as Baron Curzon of Kedleston until he succeeds his father as Lord Curzon.

London Lord Curse of Kedleston India Lady Curzon Mike Youne Cursten Baron Curzon Earl Howe Curson-Howe Curzon Keilestan Ale

Revolt in Tammany Firemen Over First Negro Appointee

In St Louis on November 14 a New York Post dispatch reports 8 000 firemen resent the appointment of the first Negro to the city fire department. The union plans probation and possible injunctions as anger simmers over this eligibility change.

St Louis New York Post-Tidpatch Tammeny Uniformed Fire Department

Directors Room Set Under Santa Fe Work at Topeka

The Kansas City topeka Santa Fe file reports a new directors room on the fifth floor, a sanctum for policy meetings. Officials including President Epiley and Vice President Morton will use the space as departments reorganize, with Frost's office removed and Lee Lauck's audit staff moving in. Also noted are wreck crew updates, crew changes, and facility adjustments as Topeka headquarters modernizes.

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PROM DODGE CITY RAIL CREW SHUFFLE AND ENGINEER CHANGES

The roster shows Hirakerpan Fuwen on the pick list with Brakeman Cutting laid off and Moots 48 replaced by J D Cowboy on a westward assignment for a few days. John Jones began his first trip as nondactor last week while the compound engine $99 returns to service on this division. Extra brakemen hired as Nu experiences heavy California traffic. Engineer BS Williams to handle traveling engines starting November 2 as Nu doubles head out Sunday to meet schedule. Engineers Jerry Shaw and Thomas Bainbridge depart in shifts.

Hirakerpan Fuwen J.D. Cowboy John Jones California BS. Williams Jerry Shaw Thomas Bainbridge

Rock Island to Improve Mail Service Between Cities

The Rock Island prepares better service on the Kansas City and Osldwelk route amid a noted rise in mail volume. The railroad aims to handle increased mails with enhanced freight and passenger facilities.

Rock Island Kansas City Osldwelk

Rock Island Replaces Cars on Mall Route With New 50-Foot Units

The Rock Island line completes arrangements to replace existing cars with modern fifty-foot coaches on the mall route. The upgrade is driven by increased business and aims to improve handling facilities and efficiency for passengers.

Rock Island

Kansas City Fort Scull and Memphis Railroad Earnings Report

The annual Kansas earnings reached 1 721 500 of a total 4 525 084 for the Kansas City Fort Scull and Memphs line. The largest contributor was coal at 33 percent. The system operates 13 locomotives 85 passenger cars 000 freight cars and 61 miles of track in Kansas.

Kansas

Snow in Western Kansas Depths Reach Four Inches

Larned reports three to four inches of wet snow falling Saturday afternoon and night with heavier cover north and west of here. The moisture aids winter wheat. Santa Fe expands crossings and rails at Ina and Coffeyville, adding a bridge and steel bridge material. In Coffeyville, a new Santa Fe bridge will be built. George Shaffer, 58, son of a wealthy citizen, died after being accidentally shot by his own gun while feeding stock.

Larned Santa Fe Tola Ina Santa Fe Railroad Corn Creek Missouri Pacifc Tne Santa Fe Steel Coffeyville Clit Falten George Shaffer

Shell Gift to Miss Gould Sparks Local Mystery

A twelve inch shell addressed to Miss Helen Gould arrived at Tarrytown's railroad station and awaits removal to her home. Rumors link it to Secretary of the Navy Long, but he denies it. Locals recall her wartime aid to soldiers and sailors, viewing the shell as a tribute from the navy department.

Miss Gould New York Helen Gould Tarrytown Mist Gould Ailsa Gould Lone Gould Spain Chi America Ion Station

Giant projectile shocks villagers at Lyndhurst lawn display

A massive piece of iron, hauled by men and assistants, was brought to the station and then set on Miss Gould’s lawn at Lyndhurst. Curious locals gathered to inspect the heavy missile, doubting it could be fired from a gun. The gift is valued around a thousand dollars with mystery about its origin.

Hugh Miss Gould Lyndhurst American 1Xpress Company

Hanna Seeks Revised Tax Laws for New Conditions

In Cleveland Senator Hanna calls for revision of tariff and revenue laws to meet current conditions. He supports retaining key war revenue features, proposes tea and potter duties, and argues the public bears taxes indirectly when not aware of them. He favors a new revenue measure with some war-time components retained.

Cleveland Hanna

Real estate transfers listed in local notices

John W. Biedno and wife sell to Louis P. Peterson for 1000 dollars lots 162 to 165 Grattan street Heerys subdivision William D Freeman sells to William and Louisa Jackson for 81 dollars part southeast quarter 21 10 16 J 2a Clack and wife sell to Charles and Mary Bradshaw for 100 dollars lot 1 block 2 percent North Park addition Edgin B Curran sells to 8 K Robertson for 1 dollar lots 938 to 979 Fillmore street Fillmores addition William Selis and wife sell to Alonzo Beal for 7200 dollars worth half 7 12 14

John W. Biedno Louis P. Peterson Grattan Street Heery William D. Freeman William and Louisa Jackson J. 2A Clack Chas Mary Bradshaw North Park Edgin B. Curran K. Robertson Fillmore Street Fillmore’s William Selis Alonzo Beal

Glass works restart after six months idle workers return

Pittsburg reports window glass factories with about 710 pots begin operations and nearly 10 000 men and boys earn their first money in over half a year. Most of the 1M pots controlled by American Glass now in use, with rest to follow early this week. Denver notes Governor Adams to begin world tour after term ends in January visiting Hawaiian and Philippine islands then India Egypt and the Mediterranean.

Pitsburg Sev American Glass Works Denver Adams India Egypt Mediterranean

Cuban Bondholders Meet in Paris Over Cuban Bonds

French holders of Cuban bonds gathered in Paris on November 14 to adopt a resolution appealing to Spain’s good faith and the United States’ equity to settle the rights in accordance with the rules of justice and love.

Paris Spain United States

Mrs Diggs on election and special session debate

Mrs Annie L Diggs argues against Populism and urges a measured approach to a possible special session of the legislature. She defends minority rights, supports proportional representation, and calls for orderly, constitutional action on state measures and public ownership, while criticizing referendum scope and party power.

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French Expedition to Retreat After Fashoda Stand

Doon reports the French expedition at Fashoda will retire upon arrival, moving southwest to Sebat and then overland to Jibatil in the Fran district. Marchand and Baratier delivered the dispatch to Paris. Union Pacific boasts service to Denver and other major western points with Pullman cars and dining options.

Cairo Masir Marchand Fashods Capwin Baratier Marchand Paris Ald Fashodi Sebat Pashodi Jibatil Fran Gulf of Aden Denver Salt Lake City San Francisco Portland Union Pacific Wis J. C. Fulton Peetlets Steam Laundry

Unavoidable troubles tamed by Morrow’s Kid-ne-olds

Logansport Indiana resident Mrs Langton recounts a decade long battle with kidney and urinary troubles. She claims progress after using Morrow's Kid-ne-olds noting relief from nocturnal restlessness and pain. She urges skeptical readers to contact her for details and highlights the remedy’s price and origin.

M. Langton Hanna Street Logansport Ind Twiling Pring Que Decter Morrow Jana Sam Bwitt & Holliday John Morrow & Co. Chemists Springfield Ohio

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