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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1898

Page

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The 20th Regiment to Manila Expedition Leads

San Francisco reports the 20th Kansas Regiment is slated for the Manila expedition next week. The transport fleet is forming with The Newport and Senator replacements progressing. Colonel Funston's command shows 43 officers and 1121 men remaining. Major figures include Henry Lad PRU and details on infantry and artillery units, with embarkation plans for The Senator by week’s end and potential add ons.

San Francisco Newport Tala Iron Works Valencia Umo Miller Geo. Merriam Mania Istuntiay Goi Merstath Henry Lad Pru Ippirien Battalios Greg Recruita DT. Callforsis Fin Warhington Tyrentiethae Amicore Ftroboebece Filiy Furivun Senator

Germans Celebrate German Day in Alma Kansas

In Alma on German day the community marked the first German settlements in America with Rev. Silberman leading the opening. The Steinvere Orchestra of Topeka performed classics while sheriff William Tru introduced Webb McNall who spoke about forty minutes on lawn conditions and local affairs.

Alma Kan America Silberman Eiv Steinvere Orchestra Topeka Wra Webb McNall Miranee Comimissioner Ees Mae Partiamn McNall R H Weich Janehson

Jamaica Negroes Imported at Santiago Trigger Trouble

Herald dispatch from San Fore Oct 1 reports Santiago residents complain Jamaica Negroes are causing crime and crowding out natives. General Wood orders that the group be restricted from wind passage as authorities prepare to enforce new measures.

Santiago San Fore Oay Residenta Jamaica Dlas

Mwintyre Case Ends Verdict Sent to Washington

Denver October 1 The naval court martial in Chaplain Joseph Mwintyre's case has delivered its verdict and Judge Advocate Captain Lauehelmer heads to Washington with the documents. Details remain sealed by official order. The record notes alimony, divorce action, and property issues linked to the proceedings, including a spouse's desertion and non support claims. Weather notes show Chicago area conditions for the period.

Washington Denver Joseph McIntyre Lauehelmer Navy Department National

Disputed Claim On Valued Grad Law In Ballot Fight

Webb McNall challenges Milton Brown as the father of a valued graduate law and accuses Harry F Richter, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, of campaign on the 1892 veined policy law. McNall cites 1892 laws to show Brown authored the bill, while Brown asserts he wrote it. Debate unfolds over authorship amid party tensions.

Webb McNall Milton Brown Ned McNall Harry F Richter Senate Richter Gold Standard

Hanna May Quit as McKinley Campaign Manager

Washington notes indicate Senator Mark Hanna will likely decline to chair the next presidential campaign after the 1903 national convention. Political advisers cite the personal vilification of McKinley and Hanna as the turning factor in his decision.

Washington Tinal Mark Hanna Mananee United Hanna McKinley Bii Si Tance Bryen Major McKinley

Minnall S Joke On Welch In Topeka Picnic Speech

An account describes a Topeka gathering where Webb McNall and HR Welch spoke at a Germain plane neid tt Wabern county event. McNall spoke first as the bar stayed closed then reopened, leaving Welch with a sparse audience and alleging McNall arranged the bar closure to limit his remarks.

Germain Wabernsee Harry Fichter Webb McNall Huchter Welch Gil Picni McNall Abbots Mhisery Topeka Republican Kent

Rush of Pardons Overwhelms State Board in Final Session

The state board of pardons faced a surge of forty new applications as the session closed. Mayo Thomas said petitions arrived faster than they could review, with many convicts seeking swift action before a potential abolition if Staley is elected. The October meeting was brief, starting late and ending as a short extension, with many officials focused on campaign timing.

State Board of Pardons Stanley Mayo Thomas Staley

Tanner Takes a Stand in Hard Coal Strike

Oct 1 Springbielt Ti The governor says no troops will be sent to assist in suppressing the strike at the See Virden Coal Company reforming the dispute with Matseer Lukens who claims to export workers. Lukens replies he will proceed with measures to protect his interests amid agitation over labor tensions.

Springbielt Tanhin Mattaeer Lukens See Virden ‘Coal Company Deereer Matheer Luke Pylat Wiichesters Tanner

Fire and Parade Mark Haighte Templar Conclave Arrival

A Pittsburg hotel fire at the Richelieu disrupted first day activities of the Haighte Templar triennial conclave. One man fell from a second story window but survived. Over 100 commanderies arrived from across the country as Louisville vies for the 1901 conclave with 16,000 white satin badges and hopeful leaders.

Pittsburg Get Haighte Templar Richelle, Hotel Liberty Street Onlin Depot C. M. Yohe Suftona— Lion George Hopp Company A United States Pittabure Woonsocket St. Paul North Adams Terkahire Pittsheld Alass Grand New York Central City Syracuse Palestine Springford Shanes Linn Grand Commandery Kentucky Demolay Louleville Coeur de Leon Boston Huck de Payne Melrose Mass Wes Parkham Maine Portland Ate Wisconsin Nebraska Englewood Texas Galesture Huntingdon Ind Thomas Hastings Pennsylvania Louisville Nght T. J. Jefferson de Molay Timberink Louleville No C. C. Yost W. HL. Meffert A. Stratton JH. Shannamoan T. H. Sherley C. R. Woodrut R. P. Satterwhite Jr R. 4. Thompson Loulnville Ningare Falls Indianapolis Minneapolis Detroit

McKinleys Return Home for Saxton Funeral

President McKinley and Mrs. McKinley arrived at Pennsylvania Station for the funeral of Mr. George D. Saxton. The crowd stood in reverent silence as the procession formed, with Mrs. McKinley supported and the president attentive to her comfort. Also present were Mrs. Barber and Mr. Webb Caes, while John Garber was carried from the train and Mr. Harber and others tended ill in Washington.

Canton Mr. McKinley George D. Saxton Pennsylvania Station McKinley George Prease Barber New York Waahieeten George C. Clark General Henry Porto Rico Washingtown Hill Harber White House Gurford Hospital

Hummer Found Guilty of Shooting Lucinda Hendricks

In district court a jury convicted Will Hummer of shooting Lucinda Hendricks with intent to murder. The verdict, reached after hours of deliberation, carries a sentence of one to ten years. Judge Hazen will sentence Hummer this week as he heads to county jail. Family members reacted with visible distress during the proceedings.

Will Hummer Lucinda Hendricks Hazen Farmer Hendricks Jone Fine Jetitiore Blummer Cook Leavenworth

Land Department Of Santa Fe To Be Abolished

The land department of the Santa Fe will pass out of existence on November 1 as reported by sources close to the company. Land Commissioner Frost declines to discuss the matter while General Manager J. J. Frey is out of the city. The plan is to separate the department from the system due to competition concerns and to prevent further disruption in coal contracts and fuel supply. The current land office staff affected includes W. D. Gussett, B. J. Cartlidge, Allen Boyle, and Raymond Glasscock.

Land Department of the Santa Fe Frost J. J. Frey Eo Strateht Santa Fe Frist Chiusen W. D. Gussett B. J. Cartlidge Allen Boyle Raymond Glasscock

Hat gift misadventure and Rose's Honolulu visit

A story recounts a failed hat lure offered to Miss Rose by Assistant State Treasurer Williams, a sack of 22,000 in silver, and a later social sequence. Rose tours the Honolulu post office, meets staff, views money orders, stamps, and cancels, then attends a football game. She sings native Hawaiian songs with a ukulele accompaniment and comments on island play compared to the mainland.

Williams Miss Rose Minn Hoen Mr. Williams J. E. Myers Harry Robinson Charles K. Holliday Mr. Willams Willams Misa Rose Postoffice Guthrie Mixes Rose San Francisco Mies Rose Honolulu Inlands Rose Eve Miles Tose Hawaian Monte

Alibi Drama in Canton Murder Case In Woman's Garb

Canton Ohio October 10 President and Mrs McKinley stay at the Barber house as the Saxton murder case unfolds Anna Georges charged with murder is brought to Justice Reigner court room and pleads not guilty. The defense seeks an alibi while a mysterious postal card to Canton mayor is read and witnesses prepare for days of testimony.

Canton McKinley Barber House C. D. Milligan First Presbyterian Church Pennsylvania Atckinsey Springfield X.Y Saxton Hire Canton, O Anna E. Georges George D. Saxton Pomerene J. J. Grant Justice Reigner Mrs. George

Saxton Murder Shocks Canton Gossip Fades

Canton Ohio October reports show public shock at the murder of George D Saxton. The case reveals a premeditated crime driven by scandalous affairs with Annie George. Court actions and social gossip trace Saxton s rise and fall within a privileged circle, reflecting widespread detachment.

Biles Schaeffer and Saxton Love Triangle Amid Deaths

In Canton society Biles Schaeffer, sister-in-law to ex Secretary Day, pursued Saxton who lingered amid rival beauties. Rumors of betrayal followed, a sweetheart died, and Miss Russell of Massillon eloped with her father’s coachman. Saxton’s life declined as more women entered his story and he died amid lingering scandal. A breach of promise case involving Mrs. George and Buxton settled at fifty dollars, while a Derivative plan to wed Saxton and recover a settled fortune drew police scrutiny as Mrs. George remained mute under arrest.

Canton Biles Alice Schaeffer Daugher Louis Schaeffer Day Saxton Misa Schaeffer Miss Russell Massillon George Aginst Buxton John Fisher Minerva Cane Tilly Mrs. George Piety

Weehawken Oil Ship Catches Fire on Cherry Island

The Britiers steamer Weehawken laden with over a million gallons of oil and valued at about $40,000 caught fire on Cherry Island in the Delaware River about 30 miles below Philadelphia. The vessel is reported certain to be a total loss though the crew escaped. A German steamer pilot from Plymouth to Philadelphia confirms the wreck. The date line is Philadelphia October 12.

Philadelphia Britiers Weehawken Venice Delaware River Gutheil Plymouth

Saxton Death Ties to Althouse Divorce and Collision Case

Mrs. George shows indifference to Saxton’s condition after the fatal shooting. Mrs. Althouse, formerly Mrs. Nighman, is linked to Canton Steel and to Saxton’s death scene for the case. Nighman’s abrupt return from New Jersey followed alleged discoveries. Althouse married Mrs. Nighman after divorce. Althouse died in a street collision years earlier.

George Saxton Althouse George Nighman Thad Nighman Us City Nighman Canton Steel Company Steel Company New Jersey Sexton Tuscafawns Street

Was a Good Woman Until She Met Saxton Says Former Husband

Alliance Ohio Oct 10 Sample C George says his divorced wife Anna C George is charged with murdering George C Saxton. He recalls Saxton wooing her while he was away at work and says she was a good woman before meeting Saxton. He offers no harsh words about his former wife.

Saxton Alliance Ohio C. George Anna C. George George C. Saxton McKinley Canton

Known in Cleveland Mrs Annie George Faces Murder Case

Mrs Annie George once lived in Cleveland before being charged with the Canton murder of George D. Saxton. Described as strikingly beautiful, she resided with her two sons and her father at Payne avenue and North Perry street and on Euclid avenue before returning to Canton. Detective Jack Mintz aided Saxton in impeaching George's testimony during the case.

Cleveland Ohio Annie George George D. Saxton Canton George Payne Avenue North Perry Street Euclid Avenue Sexton Mrs. George

Hull fire on steamship Weehawken

A crew member escaped a blaze on the Weehawken Steamship Co vessel Weehawken. The ship measures 210 feet in length with 49 feet beam and 25 feet depth, and is chartered by Standard Oil. Flames billow from the bunkers and foundries, raising concerns about confinement to the affected area.

Weehawken Weehawken Steamship Company Standard Ol Company

Unclear Personal Crisis Report From The EES

Fragmented text describes a personal crisis report with references to Tipeka, Milde shed Fyne ARORA and a new trio led by Matt Wit and Evans. Mentions August and October, with unclear events and speculative notes about alleles and queer theory.

Matt Bee Jabert Evans Crenpolé Ford Block Fenty Tase

The Rotunda Cruiser Topeta Lifted From Wet Ground

A fragmentary account claims the cruiser Topeta was hoisted into the state house area after a storm. Officials described the vessel as a toy or model built by Santa shops workers after hours and moved indoors, with observers noting it would be kept safely inside. The piece recounts attempts to display the model at the state house and mentions origin and handling by local craftsmen.

Bers Ani She Sotunds Uae M Sven Wt Ron Rinse Rave Ranta Pe Nice State House

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