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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1899

Page

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Where is Aguinaldo Soldiers in Rain and Provisions

The report notes heavy rain of four and a half inches in 36 hours, with General Otis circling the war department. It describes supply captures and troop movements in the Philippines, mentioning Lawton and positions near San Nicholas, Huimingan, and Tarlac while noting reconstructions and the advance of cavalry.

Washington New Otis War Department Aiulpalder Mantia Lawlord Miny F San Nicholas Huimingan Urduneta Lawton Fale Abundast Sam Lsidro Abanalaat Anais Ners Arthur Thas Eal Harrban Tarlac Oueraflet Pariec Muvarthue Amd Wie Eroors Gerons Uilay Adsane Toon Allugu Vieturts Tive Firth of East Tarta Oris

Sinking Steamer Conestoga After Harbor Collision

Aree for life aboard the steamer Conestoga ended when the vessel struck near the harbor mouth and began taking on water. Quick action by Captain Crankite and crew prevented a worse disaster as passengers battled fear and tried to reach shallower water, with the boat finally settling on the harbor bottom after the keel scraped. Nearby steamers faced reports of a dramatic escape and salvage concerns as authorities assessed the incident.

Chicago Hustile Ladee Michignan Timnbert Gronkitite Tiven Zorn Tus Golme Crank- Tite Tultalo Eastern Police

Gen Miles at San Diego and Manila dispatches reported

Fragmented text notes Gen Miles in San Diego and Manila arrivals. Mentions officials, shortages, and military movements with unclear details about timelines and locations. No clear events or outcomes can be confirmed from the readable material.

Miles San Diego Thess General Ules Aly

Stanford Heiress Transfers Endowment to University

Mrs Lelana Stanford transfers her fortune to the endowment fund of the University of San Francisco. Shares in various holdings are moved to support the university, with a fourth remaining in the Stanford family. The move aims to bolster the university’s improvements and future funds.

Lelana Stanford University San Francieco MORIA Ahwares Stanford Isin New York Stusford Uigagy Ure University Mtantoral Etitl Spocket Eusho Central Pacific Holdings FEM Shanford

Patria Burns At Sea Near Dover Rescue Of Passengers

The Hamburg American liner Patria bound from New York to Hamburg caught fire near Dover. All passengers were rescued and landed at Dover while the Ceres towed survivors. Captain Frohlich and crew are credited for orderly evacuation amid heavy smoke and flames. The Athene and other ships assisted, with the Patria’s condition uncertain but salvage efforts ongoing.

Dover Kawhetid Gampialat Patra Cape Frohlich Yeater Nuiw York Hamburg Saloun Hoata London Patria Frobiteh New York Matsa Ceres Francia W. Prescott United States Norsat Chiver Pscke Europe Cork Loke Shames Eer Legh Thie Frohlich Peoblich Capua Pasiencias Ove Mner Americus Lomdus Eich Head Philadelphia Homburs Elbe Spontaneos Combustion Hall I Athesia Fibe Balser Frederich Sr

Growth of Banking Deposits in the United States 1889 to 1899

Comptroller Dawes releases a three year report showing growth in bank deposits and number of banks. 1889 had 7,203 banks with deposits totaling 2.776 trillion dollars, while 1899 saw 12,804 banks with deposits of 7.532 trillion. The study analyzes accounts and borrowers, noting the rise in deposits and the expanding banking system amid varying loan volumes and interest trends.

Washington Nav Charles G Dawes Bas United States Eithee Mithorsibl Qian Sveral Ehrierat Tati Kirestinatid Erand Toternal Sevinup Stows Mastard Interpal Firth National Suvvnes Teeah Lego Hawke Duke Hesard Sin Hawke

Louisville Rejects Carnegie Library Gift and Gambler Bond

A Louisville editor argues against accepting Andrew Carnegie's 125000 library grant citing gambling foundations and a desire for a locally funded public library. The piece states Louisville should not become a monument to Carnegie or to private corporations. Memphis reports the 16th biennial conference of the YWCA was inaugurated in sparks of attending delegates with Mrs HA Dorsey of New York presiding.

Touteville Andrew Carnegie The Evening Post Louievile Dows Scented Gamblina Hegeury Louisvill Curhegiv Memphis Tenn Tatgran- Homi Board of Women's and Young Women's Christian Association Giday G Goodtendance HA. Dorsey New York City Camailtress

Go to Jury Saturday in Hillmen Insurance Trial

In Leavenworth the Hillmen trial nears jury verdict with attorneys closing arguments this week. Arthur Simmons, a Leavenworth manufacturer, testified and linked Adolph Walters to the Hillman insurance case. Simmons identified another Walters by photograph, while differing records may refer to a second person with the same name.

Hillmen Insurance Ena Georgy FL Sharitt United States Circuit Courts Leatenworth Hillmen Tril Arthur Simmons Leavenworth Hillman Adolph Walters Simmons Walters Shuritt Adolph Watters Uying Bimimons Sinmmass Watters

Collision in Fog Strikes Pleasure Ridges Park Trains

At Pleasure Ridges Park Kentucky in dense fog a head end collision occurred between passenger trains No 41 of L H St Louis and northbound Illinois Central. Several railway workers were injured including G K Shaw portal clerk and W A Mincley with head cuts and facial injuries. Engineers Chamberlain and Hidmeway were slightly hurt. Passengers mostly shaken but uninjured beyond minor injuries.

Tollisville Pleasure Ridges Park L. H St Louis St. Louis Illinois Central New Orleans Thifured G. K Shaw Lee W. A. Mincley LA & G L A. M. Evans Chamberlain Hidmeway HO & 3

Twentieth Bianias reception fund total tops nine thousand

The France committee in charge of the Twentieth Bianias reception held a meeting with treasurer D J Greenwald to review subscriptions and expenses. The fund totaled 9,060.55 from subscriptions sales of buttons Atlas Band stand privileges and tuning sales. One railroad contributes 10 and 51 uncollected subscriptions await payment. Several Ph pri les are away and expected to pay on return. A complete statement and expenses will be issued after all subscriptions are collected and adjustments made.

France Mérnne D. J. Greenwald Atlas Band Treaxumer Toten

Attorney Austin Sues Western Union Over $100 Telegraph Loss

In Sollier township Justice Wrights court, attorney Austin sues Western Union Telegraph Company for negligence after a telegram to Mr. Markby at Lyndon failed to deliver. The case involves statutory damages and telegraph rates, with claims that non delivery breaches the law despite paid transit, referencing a United States Supreme Court ruling upholding statutory damages.

Austin Western Union Ted Wrights Court Sollier Township Westerns Union Teleerin Company EAL Austin Markby Lyndon Bimiess Blir Hier & Telegram Tacos Jayvaden Markwiy Markley Wax Tt Ds Dtte United States Supreme Court

Had a Right to Kill Him Self Defense Confession in St Louis

Mrs Rose Laugter confessed she killed John Armstrong last Sunday in self defense. The jury returned a verdict of justifiable homicide after a two minute deliberation.

St. Louis Rose Laugter John Armstrong

Fever cases decline in Florida as reports show few new incidents

Yellow Fever abating in Florida with one new case at Key West and one at Miami within 24 hours. No deaths reported and no new cases from Fort Tampa City.

Jacksonville Fln Cial Ey West Misra Fort Tampa City

Collins Wins the Democratic Nomination for Mayor

Boston returns from last night's Democratic caucuses show Patrick Collins with 150 delegates in favor of his mayoral nomination, four more than needed for a majority. The final tally confirms Collins as the leading candidate for the post.

Collins Boston Patrick Collins Tian

Swift Marriage In Topeka Breaks Local Record

Everett West of Fort Worth Texas and Miss Mattie Owen of Linn Missouri wed in Topeka after meeting there to catch the 2 PM Santa Fe train. Judge Garrard delayed, Justice McClintock performed the ceremony at the probate office. The couple then left for their train on a hurried schedule.

Topeka Pesce McClintock Everett West Fort Worth Mie Mattie Owen Linn Eddie Santa Pr West Amber Garrand Garrard Smith Poersens Dalmin Mer North Topeka Ali Garrard Judge Dolman West Eald Justice McClintock Tim Meelntuck Gruom Amit

Fire wrecks seven story building in downtown Chicago

A major blaze yesterday in Chicago destroyed a seven story building on TAG Stue Street in the heart of the retail district. Estimated losses reached 17000 with one firefighter reported injured and several others badly cut by glass after a nearby explosion sent debris into the street.

Chicago Tag Stue Waitin Ware Sincente Musham Tevensend Tyimr Glase Latte Belne Lutve Er. Buckley Joseph Wagner James Wilson Patrick J. Puirey

Dewey Out of It Denies Early Manila Motives

In an interview, Senator Proctor of Vermont challenges claims that Admiral Dewey planned to delay his Manila departure to influence the presidential nomination. He states it was understood Dewey would be involved, and notes questions about Dewey’s arrival and timing.

Washington Sealor Proctor Vermont Dewey Manila Admiral Dewey Anaie Pete Beoma

Meteor Shower Seen Near Northwestern University

Chicago reports a meteor shower at dawn with about thirty meteors visible in the eastern sky. Prof Hough of Northwestern University captured several photographs. Observers noted several bright fires and stars of second magnitude, with three particularly bright meteors.

Chicago Hough Northwestern University

Bread On The Water In Indianapolis

A young man, pictured as distressed and persuasive, befriended Mrs. Cruce Carter, chief clerk of the state board of vital statistics. She helped him after he claimed to have left school for adventure. He copied figures for births, then vanished. He later sent a letter with a draft for 31 claiming college success and business backing, citing Mrs. Carter’s aid as pivotal and the $100 as payment for his services.

Indianapolis Ind Cruce Carter Te State Board of Vital Statistics Pontine

Rumor of General Joubert's Death At War Front

London dispatches from Pietermaritzburg report rumors that General Joubert, Boer commander in chief, has been killed in action though no confirmation exists. The same sources note Ladysmith bombardment continues and Boer forces maneuver north of the river with reports of renewed activity and supply shortages on both sides.

London Pietermartizburs Joubert Wier Joubers Ladysmith Joubert al- Wits Coolnese Syment Cabling Hs Coleus Schalk Sur Zuitiland Batcourt Bukite Uctost Ehusis Estcourt Hvers Lhormeh Mit Beer Commissariat Etuern Dundee Lilas Meyer Symons Bomnardalant Hss Util Noodo West Yorkshire Regiment Tees Durban Gruen Ritteck Wil Toubert

Bryan and Silver Declared Democratic Presidential Ticket

Detroit Nov. 16 The Democratic committee declares Joe Threnthin as the next Democratic presidential candidate. They support antiimperialism and anti tariff views, aligning with the party platform and calling for free silver.

Michigan Democratic Detroit Stich Ceuta Comemitien Ods Joe Threnthin Wd Beran TeaMinnaiy Uber Chitake

Band Is Finished After Harsh Road Strands Claim

Band members report they were stranded in Leng enworth with no tour prospects. They claim manager O J Horton promised a $500 bank deposit in Topeka as a guarantor, but found the funds withdrawn when returning to Topeka. Weather notes forecast scattered showers for Kansas and cooler, westerly winds toward Friday.

Lengenworth O. J. Horton Topeka Chicago Kansas

Acquitted Woman Pleads Own Case in PhoenixTrial

Chicago news recalls Pearl Hart as the bandit who robbed a stage coach. The Phoenix jury acquitted a woman who pleaded to see her sick mother in Ohio and urged release to care for family. She was later arrested again for tampering with U. S. mail and faces new trial.

Ohio Chicago Pearl Hart Olelene Koma Ploreice Childes Paarence Miew Bee Tolwdir Seenary Wom United States

Vote irregularities swirl around Wichita governor race

The report recounts alleged ballot irregularities in Wichita during a recent election. It cites W. Eugene Stanles and L. Frustinn as key figures, notes Republican support shifting, and mentions a judge candidate and veterans’ leader linked to the case. The piece portrays claims of voting by residents and party tensions shaping the result.

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Shot Three Persons in Kansas. Tragedy and Trial Portraits

In a Kansas case a man known as John Bag and associates allegedly killed three people including his wife Arrouweh Ciehewet and Chartes Mere. The claimant spoke of threats, alleged remorse, and a courtroom sequence amid a fatal attack tied to marital strife.

Kansas Ity Newt John Bagwip Yeatwung Arrouweh Ciehewet Maud Warhun

Lockout Ends as Chicago Workers Struggle Over Pay

In Chicago on November 12, workers plus factory tenders return after a lockout that halted production. Management says lingering payment disputes prompted the stoppage. about 30 in small foundries were ordered back to work over the next week. Six to eleven unnamed mills will resume operations, as talks continue about wages and policy.

Chicago Tnt Synepuinetis Wien Moline Aguin Ecouard

National Hardwood Lumber association holds annual convention in Memphis

The seventy annual convention of the National Hardwood Lumber association opened in Lamber Mon Meat Memphis with a large turnout from leading lumber peers. Daughters of the King convened in Attants Ga with Mrs Bradley presiding and committee reports led to appointments and executive actions.

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