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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1898
Page
5
Fragmented text recounts General Miles and figures like Kinard and Atlee Green in a wartime setting. It references debates on liberty, government structure, and the role of the people, with scattered names and a public assembly discussing constitutional themes and national defense.
A report from Lewiston highlights a Portland inaugural project for a Northwestern Railroad building. The article notes plans for a substantial structure between two sections, with expected activity this season and a high-stakes contest promising lively interest among workers and officials.
The meeting of Peace Commissioners Mset and Ad jours Till Saturday opened at 2 15 pm on November 18 and ended at 3 15 pm. They presented new notes in response to the earlier cable submission. By mutual consent the session adjourned to Saturday next. The Spanish communication will be translated this evening and discussed by United States commissioners.
Real estate transfers listed include Jat Bt Bradieoo tract and a Jackson street parcel. Mentions Sean Rustam, Win. Sass, Waltman, Israel, Roy Powell, and a tract to an Eisres atreat North Tot pik. Details are fragmentary but indicate multiple conveyances and property locations.
Nearly the entire voting membership of the National Grange arrived in the capital, from the Pacific coast and Canada. Those who accepted invitations to speak at the afternoon meeting Thursday included Renstore Chandler and Governor Hams.
General G N Lieber, judge advocate general, releases annual figures: 2350 court martials this year with 443 regulars convicted and 54 acquitted, 457 volunteers convicted and 154 acquitted. He recommends a bonus to expand the army and improve supply and discipline. Laundry advertisement follows.
A U. S. government pile driver started work to narrow and deepen the Kaw river mouth, part of a Missouri River improvement funded by appropriations. A second approach will begin soon, with boats moved by the Join R. Huo, aiming to divert more water into the Missouri. Two rows of piles will form a cofferdam four feet above low water, with willows woven and tamped around, and stone and dykes built to complete the barrier, a task expected to take over a month.
In the upper Swat valley a sizable force loyal to the Nawab of Dirang moves to confront British authority. A rebellion gathers under the banner of anti colonial resistance with reports of 1000 men forming and planning actions against colonial rule.
Commissioner Ramsey outlines a plan for a thorough street cleaning system using four white uniformed workers and a hopeful fleet of equipment. If his recommendations are followed, paved streets including Quincy Harrison and Kansas avenues would be kept cleaner with regular washing and an expanded force. He is researching silver cleaning spatulas and a band sweeper cart, with council action expected to confirm the measures.
Captain John Barnes arriving from Manila on leave reports a low morale among army officers as the peace commission nears. Admiral Teorey warns Aguinalde is treacherous and has pledged to strike, threatening to kill American soldiers faster than shipments arrive.
In Columbus, Dr. Washington Gladden of the First Congregational church received a Russian czar’s message confirming his disarmament resolution. The czar expressed thanks for the church’s support and approval, relayed through formal channel after the church adopted the stance weeks earlier.
The annual event will take place in the Curry building on November 22 with a $25 entry fee. Eligible exhibitors from Kansas are invited to compete. judging begins at 8 o'clock in the evening on November 20.
The Missouri Supreme Court in Jefferson City today declared the sale of the franchises to the Eight set bidder unconstitutional, reversing prior approval from 1884. The ruling centers on the legality of the franchise allocation and implications for future bids.
The audience praised Robert Downe in Ingori and Gladiatur with bursts of applause after a mix of tragedy romance and humor. Bir Downing’s range impressed, showing his versatility beyond tragedy while Miss Freda Gallick provided strong support in The French Marriage.
Mayor G Zelgen heim vetoes a curfew bill passed by the city council after Col Hoagland’s inquiry. The veto messenger states the measure is an example of regressive deterring laws and an abridgment of citizens liberties, a step toward medieval restraint in a republic.
The Commonwealth club announces a one week institute in February at Topeka to study socialism. Led by Rev. Dr. Herron and including Henry Lloyd and D. Nelson, the program features three sociology lectures daily and an evening talk on related topics. The aim is to educate the public and reduce partisan bias.
Curheven reports the British steamer Bede of London, en route from Norfolk to Hamburg, broke in two after rounding Mittelrucken at the Elbe river mouth. Tugs and lighters attend the wreck as rescue and salvage efforts proceed.
Wichita and Atchison report unusually fatal diphtheria rates with over 60 percent dead in Wichita and about 80 percent in Atchison. Topeka prepares city-wide cleansing of alleys and sewer flushing, as Dr Mitchell warns of rising danger and orders fumigation of Hodges family home.
Scattered items from Topeka and state politics include Ex-Governor Glick visiting for Kansas exposition commission. patrol driver McCoy rigs stinging harness for patrol horses. Judge Emery of Lawrence chairs State Historical Society meeting. Mary People involved in water works vote. Governor Leedy receives 175 from U.S. for Soldiers Home at Dodge City. various civic, educational, and social notes surface amid a chaotic transcription of names and events.
The meeting discusses the vote for officers with 87 delegates present and Anna Shaw and Anna Gordon among those receiving votes. Frances B Beauchamp and Clara Hoffman win key secretary posts as the group elects officers and adjourns after speeches and ceremonial honors.
A remarkable railway car sits in the Grand Central yard described as a homespun residence for more than twenty years. Mrs P H Dudier lives in the car, while inventor Pudley showcases devices to measure rail undulations and joint stress as the dynograph car becomes a standard inspection tool for major railways nationwide.
Reverend F. T. Bell of Weedsport Cayuga Co New York endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal cure for indigestion claiming relief after ten years of distress. The letter asserts tablets digest foods whether stomach works or not and that they revive energy across the body. The F A Stuart Co Marshall distributes the tablets with agents throughout the country and offers a free booklet on stomach diseases.
The text notes a Dudley residence with an office workshop and library opposite Mrs Dudley's domain. It mentions compiling roadbed and automatic records and assigns the car's end to this area, indicating a structured property layout and professional workspace adjacent to a neighbor’s domain.
Fumes from the Kenilworth caused the death of three crewmen and nearly five others aboard the American ship after smoke filled the holds near the captain’s cabin. Captain Tam s D. Baker, Mate Piper, and apprentice Hobson survived only Hobson lived. Thrum the passenger died, as the crew fought to rescue victims and vent the vessel. The Kenilworth, owned by Arthur Sewall of Bath Maine, headed to Valparaiso for medical aid and investigation.
At Virden a Chicago Virden Coal Company settlement ends a walkout after the firm agrees to union pay scales. Hand work to 40 cents and machine work to 35 cents, meeting key miner demands in the dispute.
At a meeting of the Colored Ministerial Association of Allerhany county resolutions were adopted condemning the behavior of white ministers in Wil N C. The group served notice of their stance and actions following recent tensions.
A fragment suggests a call to sue for peace but warns that if their case is taken or robbed, white people may react. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context, dates, or named entities to anchor a full summary.
Leavenworth plans a Street Fair and Reunion from September 11 to 17 featuring booths, exhibits, a peace Jubilee, and races. The Carnival club organized the event with booths from local vendors, machinery and agriculture displays, and a street fair on Seneca Street. Local residents are invited to participate and attend festivities across the city.
Sun Prantises reports Christmas in the Philippines with gifts prepared for soldiers. About 2000 tents of supplies are readied, including a wives fiesta for 7 women and two gifts for the guardians, as the event proceeds Friday.
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