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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1900

Page

5

Decisive engagement reported in Bolivar province

Late mass advices from Cartagena quote a Herald dispatch from Panama indicating a major clash near Bolivar province between revolutionists and government troops. Gen Rafael Dribe, head of the rebel forces, was reportedly in position at Corea on November 7 with captured supplies and transports, ready for an advance toward the coast. Gen Ospina and government forces were near El opposition, with arrival at Ovelon after a short march, as opposition prepared to meet any advance.

New York Cartagena Panama Colombia Bolivar Province Raffael Dribe Reer Core¢a Orbis Coreesunt Ospina Ovelon

Secretary Long's Plan to Build Naval Militia

New York reports Secretary Long will urge transforming the naval militia into a national naval reserve. He contends the present militia is outdated and insufficient for wartime needs, proposing enrollment of officers and seamen to provide a ready force of tens of thousands. A lecture by Judge W. G. Ewing at the opera house next Sunday is noted but details are unclear.

New York Long Washington Naval Reserve Tony Congress Tech Trir Ical Sap Tommorrow United States Sextem W.at G. Ewing Word Opera House

Attack on Empress Carriage Highlights Tokyo Turbulence

Reports from Okotama via Victoria describe a lunatic assault on the empress’s carriage in Tokyo. The incident, noted for the peculiar weapons and the public uproar, reveals reverence for the imperial family and the tense atmosphere in the city. Mentions of foreign Kodak use and Harvard club links illustrate broader social tensions.

Okotama Victoria, & C Weing Tokio Asrailant Dumnen Imperial Ly Imperial Household Department Japan Harvard Baron Kaneko Justice Frm Shimonoeek Burden Winthrop Boston Melatty Akins Yoshiweras

Sorrowful Fate of Soldiers in the Philippines

San Francisco on November 14 reports thirteen infantrymen from the Philippines confined in the Presidio hospital have been sent to the government asylum in Washington DC. Ten more insane men will arrive soon by train.

Philippines San Francisco N S&ne Presidio Washington, DC Sen

No State Ball Likely as Inauguration Embraces Simplicity

Informal reception planned after governor and state officers are sworn in. No inaugural ball will be held in Kansas. officials prefer oath and simple observances, with Governor Stanley expected to host a winter reception in the executive suites.

Kansas Gibal Stanley Topeka Mortils

Twentieth Century Ball to Feature Musical Numbers

The executive committee at the Commercial club outlines a musical program for the Twentieth Century Ball precluding elaborate costumes. A grand march will begin at 8:40 PM with guests enjoying balcony seating and a brief dance showcase. Multiple committees are named for invitations, entertainment, refreshments, decorations, and carriage arrangements with detailed duties and chairpersons listed.

Dalcony W. H. Davis Tewi Gx ‘Easterly W. H. Eastman Scot Baul Hoehr Howe Margaret Sargent Joseph Griley June E. Moore J. King M.D. Henderson Greenwald Sieg F. Bossington Mamie Worrall Meats C. S. Downing H . Cavite Abe Breinbers W. Roby Misa Marie N. E Neve Charee Pmusic Sanz Bommanton Audifortum Eytning Img EU W. Crane J. & Erie Ice Chapac Babine K. Wood T J. Anderson Golace Nemtty Ee Eee Optical Store

Topeka Socials by Maryson and Friends Gatherings

Mrs James A Troutman hosts a noon luncheon honoring George Hackney of Chicago with guests Avery Weshburr and a slate of Topeka acquaintances. A baby shower for Mrs Embleton’s son Reber features about a dozen attendees. Miss Atlee Bond’s surprise party includes dancing and cards for about two dozen friends. A new dramatic club forms at the homes of Carrie and Lena Miss with plans for community performances to aid charity.

James A. Troutman George Hackney Chicago Avery Weshburr And Adaire J. Gordon D. J. Lakin W. H. Troutman Topeka Maryison Western Avenue John Embieten Reber Embleton W. E. Swan George Harrison Fred Lyman David Kendall Lulu McKee Effie Neil Laura Taylor Winnie Vanderpool Bertha White Laure Welding Atlee Bond Sis Laulee Kent Mabel Horton Stella Moore Ethel Fox Helen Palmer Fred Short Frank Horsley Harry Knowles Harry Adama Howard Marshall Carrie Lena Miss Neille Lincoln Beatrice Hayes Mins Carrie Mize Mina Lene Mize Robert Irwin Abner Torrence Nate ‘Thompson Emmett Rigby C. E Strawn Madelia Crawford Topeka Eit Tharedey Wvening Clement Smith J. D._M. Hamldton Heeiten Alice Noble Current Literature Club McClellan Woodlawn Avenue McCleary Loan Ethel Davis John Newers Woodlawn Agenus Jr Jonathan Thomas Tier Mire Giorge O. Witmarth John Sargent Emmi Everts Edwin Fox Tarviemsions Wilore Tibi West Eighth Frank G O Wiltasd Ham New York ER ‘Silane Faribault Minn Bishop F. R. Millspaugh Charles McCabe Memphis Tann Kansi City Strand Mire David Overmyer Denver W. Mayberry Hagen Gavitt Highland H.wihitton Erol Buckmaster Lawrence

A Turkish Contract At Issue In Newark Chancery

New York Nov 14 Vice Chancellor Stevens will hear on November 23 an action in chancery over contracts with the Turkish government valued at over 600000. The International Limery and Commundum company seeks to compel the National Abrasive company to assign the contracts. The suit, filed in New Jersey, rests on claims that Williams and Alten H Kimball secured the contracts for the Turkish government, with the International company holding an option later alleged to have lapsed due to inaction.

New York Stevens Newark N. J International Iimery and Commundum Company New Jersey Williams Alten H. Kimball Tithn, O

Fitz 18 to be sued over breaking horse rib

New York November 14 Robert Fitzsimmons, touring in a play titled Anguin Blacksmith, is charged with injuring a horse named Lyon after the animal spooked during a performance. The horse, owned by the actor's wife and a family pet, reportedly did not stand still and Fitzsimmons allegedly grabbed a hammer and struck the horse, breaking a rib.

Goart New York Robert Fitzsimmons Anguin Blacksmith Ttme Lyon Fitzsimmons & Horse Nveryman Fiteaimmona

Corbett Burned Out at Hurtig Seamen’s Music Hall

Chicago fire nearly destroyed Hurtig Seamen’s music hall and office building at 122 180 Washington street. The James J. Corbett company had a week’s engagement and was ruined. W Scott and wife were carried out insensible from smoke, as were M H Bernstein and a woman in a nearby establishment. Fire origin suspected near the American Block firm.

Murtig & Seamen Chicago Hurtig & Seamen's Music Hall Offic Washington Street James J. Corbett W. Scott M. H. Bernstein

Senator Davis in deteriorating condition reported

St Paul November 24. It is announced this morning that Senator Davis has suffered a serious decline in health. Reports describe his condition as very serious with system weakness noted since the onset. Local migration agents and residents speculate on his health and whereabouts as a gathering occurs at the Sarkere hotel.

Davis St. Paul United States

Yale Will Instruct Free Young Mexes From Charge

New Haven Nov 11 a dispatch from Yale reports the Rev Anson Phelan Beekee states Yale university plans a movement to obtain cooperation of leading Americans to aid Filipinos and support a general plan. He recalls Yale’s past service and notes the project aims at religious instruction and university collaboration. The article mentions lectures and donations toward funds for a special course.

Yale New Haven Conn Tve Pilipinas Tne Anson Phelan Beekee Ita Yale University Ourpal Abe Ted Tale College Church Morris Extivin Fein Bete Briehe Woodbridge Williace E

Durham Criticized Over American Jockey Controversy

London dispatch reports strong criticism of Lord Durham for backing an anti American jockeys stance. The debate centers on Croker’s mare The Beatchman III and Lori Lurhan’s horse Ceroleten at Doncaster and Liverpool, with stewards and racing officials viewed as blind to prejudices. Injuries to Wan tage Hello and others are noted as factors in the broader dispute.

New York London Howe Lord Durham Durham Petectine Croker Lori Lurhan Doncaster Liverpool Taro Horeen Dally Chronicle Bie Sporting Life Amercan Hichard Croker Wantage Ted Warren Newmar

Prune Grop Garnered in Early Market Report

Fragmentary notes from Francisca dated November 14 describe the prune association’s market influence across the state. The report asserts the crop dominates the market, with expectations prices will decline as a northern crop yields compete. A brief Delaware vote reference mentions graffiti about a ticket.

Francisca Mars

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