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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1898

Page

2

Cuban War Drive Backed by Spaniards Demands Independence

Havana reports a Cuban insurgency against the Americans supported by Spain. Gen Tejo shells near Havana while Col Torrente and Calisto Garcia are labeled traitors. Spanish residents face pressure as clubs and uniforms shift to Cuban symbols. Cervera visits insurgent camps urging continued resistance. Deserions, supply abuses, and pay delays plague troops. Blanco seeks disbandment of Loyal brigades as soldiers mutter for better pay and conditions.

Havana Vis Key West Tego Furrente Sinvana Ue East Haxase Eacupi Ba Fir Oecants Saas Iribo Cervera Marinand Theirlandis Col Cervera Murrado Cabare Madrid Spain Rie Sen Mvdd Libertad Commission Claritiia Haveann Givat Puerto Principe Nuovitas Alice Wiittary Duanebecos Regia Gunes Orden Publico Cuba

Troop Occupation Of Havana Planned Within Two Weeks

Washington reports War Department officials moving to occupy Havana with the first army units sailing from the United States on November 1. Detachments will be stationed around Matanzas and surrounding towns as transport ships are prepared. By Christmas, several regiments are expected to be in Cuba, with strict quarantine and ample supplies arranged at Guantanamo and Havana to support the embarkation and movement of forces.

Washington Trent Pasi Olivers Cuba Wattioriivs Bess Eouth Junn War Department Porto Syallaire Transport Service Trvoge Spinich Hivone Teaastileen Ennut Witches Ml Weriels Transi Porte Havana Pagan aKvannah Seventh Army Corps

Corbett and rivals shape boxing scene at training camp

In West Baden Indiana on October 24, Corbett sets the tone as sparring partners emerge including McVey Tor Lanning and Frahey of Cincinnati with talk of arranging bouts. McCoy is criticized as a poor opponent while discussions surface about Maher and other contenders and potential forfeited purses.

West Baden Ind Corbett Satellies McVey Tor Lanning Loula— Vite Anu “Et Frahey Cincinnati McCoy Charle Mitchell Shacrar

Fall of Manila and Oregon Troops In Philippine Entry

The article recounts Admiral Dewey’s tactics of shelling Manila and landing troops from transports. It describes Oregon Volunteer actions under General Merritt at Cavite, the taking of Fort Santiago, and the raising of the American flag. It notes disarmament of Spanish troops, civilian distress, and large food stores found in churches and the treasury.

Manila Fort Santiago Pauw Harper's Weekly Dewey Oregon Volunteers General Merritt Zafira Oregon Cavite Mantia Mirevsh Wernt Sur-Render Colonel Summers Tive Posig River Summers Pobey Laneta Pasig River Subicae Spain Philippines Urpera Weekly Fort Sablsgo Matila G. W. Betors Merritt Oteht Augustine Lowe

Dig Sacred Soil Near Monument In Lexington Mystery Diamonds

Lexington guardian supervisor Bell dug around a cemetery monument seeking diamonds after a Cincinnati story claimed an unidentified inmate in Kentucky prison told of burying 35.00 dollars of diamonds beneath a graveyard near Lexington. Despite digging within a radius around the monument, no gems were found. An earlier tale described a man saying robbers saw diamonds buried near Clay’s monument.

Lexington GS. Bell Lexington Cemetery Sud McCollvueh Cinelonati Kentucky Cincinnatt Foe Bursiary Texington McCuilouen Bell Marty Dunine Iear Clay Able Express Robbery Nage Clay

Moto Vehicle Party in New York Sparks Electric Carriage Debate

An audacious forwarders party led by Woods plans a motor vehicle showcase in New York with electrified carriages, Horseless carriages, and special guests aboard a novel line. The event features an electric controller, new steering gear, luncheon at Miss Woudeal’s home, and a futuristic display praised for elegance and “highest workmanship.”

Chicrea Woods Agi Mr. Woods Venice Bolita Denen Tony Porene Loeington Tooluck Tiret Carridge Harte Ber Woods

Ministers Flock Dance Night at Jersey City Palace

New York report details Rev Jona T L Scudder praising a Jersey City Peoples Palace class as it opens with a mix of local and New York participants. The opening act features a two step lesson led by Prof Miami, while ministerial observers discuss discipline and propriety as dances continue past midnight.

Jorsey City New York Jona TL Scudder Wiltama Baler Mr. Scudder Willim Miami Tls Volice Harry Porite Ely Womats

Two Pretty Gires From England Held At Ellis Island

Two young Englishwomen named Ethel Crisp aged nineteen and Jie Crisp aged twenty were detained at Ellis Island awaiting an investigation into why they should not be sent back to England. The beige office record lists unclear notes including the term moorrigtblitty amid a broader commission inquiry.

England America New York Ellis Island Ethel Crisp Jie Crisp Commissionas

Sisters Crisp Detained After Ocean Crossing To England

Sweeney and deputy aboard the steamship Anchoria identify the Crisp sisters Jessie and Ethel, runaway daughters from California. Their father, Mr Crisp, seeks arrest and return to England while a board of inquiry detains them at Elliin Island awaiting final action.

Sweeney Anchoria Engul Jessie Scotland Pasedens Cal England America Ethel T. SS. Baltimore Mantle Telen Ellin Island

Peace Jubilee Fund Receipts Near 35000 As Final tallies loom

Chicago reports show the national peace jubilee to raise about 35000 for soldiers and sailors relief. Ball receipts may reach 25000, with 3400 spent by the committee. Net surplus from the banquet is expected around 2600, and other collections push total toward 5000. A meeting will decide fund distribution mainly through Army and Navy channels.

Chicago Henrotin Army Spd

Uncle Sam Lost Seventeen Killed and Sixty-Seven Wounded in the Spanish War

Dr. Van Reypen reports naval casualties in the Spanish American War across Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines four months of service. Seventeen sailors were killed and sixty seven wounded with most wounded sailors returning to duty. Specific engagements include losses at Cienfuegos Manila Bay Santiago and Guan Namo along with deaths on the Winslow Lampoon's fleet San Juan and the Bancroft.

Uncle Sam New York van Reypan Cuba Porto Rico Palippine Santiago Manila Bay Cienfuegos Mania Bay Cardenna Winslow Worth Bagley Lampoon Fieet San Juan Elght Huntington Guan— Ixnamo Gibbs Sampson Texas Yoreman Ellis Cervera Auxilary Engie

Hall Caine Talks At Twelfth Night Club

New York guests Hall Caine and Miss Viola Allen attended the Twelfth Night club reception where Caine shared anecdotes about women and gender, praising the new era and the strength of women while reflecting on marriage, progress, and chivalry in society.

Hall Caine New York Viola Allen Mir. Caine Prilis Agam Olf Dea Tosa Glory Quayle Owith Miss Allen

Salvation Army Red Crusade Opens in Chicago Skate Hall

Commander Booth-Tucker arrived at Princess rink Chicago to launch the red crusade and promote cadets. A money contest netted Chicago $425, New York $325. Drum blasts and cheers accompanied the youth cadets as banners spoke of the blood of Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost.

Chicago Salvation Army Booth Tucker Gooth-Tucker New York United States Booth-Tucker Nolee Armens

Goulds Big Tax Case in York Shaped by Signatures

Court papers outline a tax dispute over Gould property and a per day wage for services by Lynn Gould and others. The referee’s report notes actions by Tyla McGlitrey and Peter Wan, with a contested subdivision on estate value and taxation, and a final assessment under a stringent order.

York Pitzgerald George Gould Gould Girt Tyla McGlitrey Peter Wan Suis Lynn Gould Dy Hin Filatel Uae Angus Fort

Young Lady Wed After Damage Suit in Kentucky Bank

In a Kentucky bank a young woman married after a damage suit, with Judge Camuler presiding in the president's office. The ceremony joined Miss Gertrude Coons of Cateweil and a groom identified only as Mastin, who had been her longtime lover, after a prior guardianship dispute and a payment arranged by a mediator.

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Window Glass Advances At October Meeting Unclear Plan

An unclear OCR fragment describes discussions on window glass advances and pricing tied to October meetings. Mentions manufacturers, low expenditure, higher ware costs, and a potential surge in prices. No decisive outcome is recorded.

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