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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1898

Page

5

Peace commission delays amid U.S. elections report

Paris Journal notes both sides seek time ahead of U.S. congressional elections. It cites claims of Cuban debt delay by Spain and alleged missteps outside protocol, while the Associated Press reportedly calls details untraceable. The piece reflects on how electoral timing shapes diplomacy and debt talks.

Paris Journal Peace Commission Gaullole United States United State Associated Press Simady Spain

Knights of Golden Eagle Hold Saline Session

About 40 delegates to the Grand Castle of the Knights of the Golden Eagle of Kansas gathered in Saline for the annual session. They conferred degrees after a grand decree and plan further dedications tonight followed by a banquet and speeches to close the meeting.

Saline Knights of the Golden Eagle of Kansas Seasion

Breach of Promise Suit Against Rev John P Ettermor

Mrs Mary Swicketd sues Rev John P Ettermor in district court for breach of promise and attachment against property. Swickard alleges a betrothal and marriage plan. the defendant denies any engagement and cites lack of a valid betrothal while claiming they were merely companions. The case includes a request for dissolution of an attachment and notes a separate reference to a lecture course demand for season tickets by Union.

Hiutchinson Buselinson District Court Mary Swicketd John P Eutmora Swickard Fire Bulmere Anne Union Russell A Conee

Weather Indications From Abinaco and Cetter Benes

Forecasters Abinaco and Cetter Benes predict far warmer conditions tonight and on Thursday with southerly winds easing. Local temperatures expected to rise, bringing milder evenings and warmer daytime highs.

Abinaco Cetter Benes

Hero of Khartoum Arrives in Marseilles After Sudan Campaign

General Lord Eltehener of Khartoum Captain Buratier bear Major Marchand’s Fashoda force arrive aboard the Messenger steamer from Alexandria. British consul meets General Kitchener on landing. Buratier toasted with Legion of Honor insignia. Multisite delegates praise Marchand and Kitchener while departs amid cheers of Vive Buratier and Vive Marchand.

Marseilles Marchand Lord Eltehener Khartoum Buratier Alesandera Baratler Kitchener Baratier Paris Capt Te Legion of Honor Seagraphical Society of Marsaillen

Santa Fe Trains to Run Solid to San Francisco

Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe plans solid service into San Francisco from Chicago before next September. President Hipley says stockholders will approve the transfer, with formal instrument by January 1. The venture includes an option on the Valley road and aims to complete the transfer soon.

San Franciscs Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe San Francisco Chicago Hipley Santa Fe System Vailay Road

Emperor and Empress of Germany Land in Palestine

The German imperial couple landed in Palestine at noon amid cheers and a parade of flags. Turkish troops and a cavalry band marched as the emperors drove to Mount Carmel where a mission colony is located.

Germany Palestine Tiotta Mount Carmel Wal

Dominic II wins Chevelye stakes at Newmarket with Sloan

Tom Sloan rode Dominic II to victory for the Lorillard-Beresford stables in the Chevelye stakes at Newmarket. St Ta, the filly ridden by Sloan, won the second welter handicap, returning betting odds of five to one.

Sloan Newmarket Lorillard-Beresford Stables Dominic II Tom Sloan Ste Wadle St. Ta Soveret

Topeka Water Supply Fungi Cause Offensive Taste

State Board of Health reports that ground water from driven well points including the large well near Topeka is contaminated by Crenothrix fungi. The organism forms rusty yellow clusters, causes odor, and may impair water delivery. Findings suggest oxidation treatment and preventive measures rather than abandoning wells.

State Board of Health Topeka Water Company H. Z. Gil W. Williston J. ©. Marvin State University State Board Barber Platte Topeka Europe America Berlin Rettendar Tamestown Weyland Mass Wort Momne Base Ig Easte

Unclear Pipe System Report Prompts Secretary LZ Gill Note

Fragment discusses dead ends in a water mains network and crepethris masses collecting where flow is stagnant. Mentions that the secretary LZ Gill provided a brief excerpt from a longer, exhaustive report on the problem and its findings.

LZ Gill

Wrong Man Hanged In Alabama Lynching Case

Lafayette Oct 26 There is even greater belief that the man hanged last Sunday morning was not the killer. John Anderson confessed and named Norris a neighbor of Holmes the victim and another white man as the murderers. The mob refused to believe him and hanged him. Norris later vanished then was found in a remote part of a neighboring county. Norris may be transported to Chambers county as a government witness is involved in the case. The other accomplice remains unknown.

Lafayette Ali Saak John Anderson Anderson T. Norris Holmes Norris Aince Norrin United States Chambers County

Catholic Young Men’s National Union Convenes in Washington

The twenty fourth annual convention opened with a solemn high mass at St Patrick’s church. Rev D J Stafford and Rev William McGuirt addressed hundreds of delegates urging Catholic youth to show ambition and loyalty to the church, contrasting today’s religious indifference with the dedication of Catholic women.

D. J. Stafford Washington Catholc Young Men's National Union St. Patrick's Church William ‘T. AfoGuirt Brooklyn Father Chidwick Mali Dy J. Stafford

Arrest in Lawrence Over Obscene Mail Matter

A Lawrence resident, Rt. Nelson, was arrested by deputy marshal Prescott on a bond of 100 dollars for sending obscene material through the mail. The letter, received by Rev. Dr. Parks of the Christ Church, allegedly bears Nelson’s signature, which he denies as a forgery, amid factional church disputes in Lawrence.

Christian Church Lawrence Nelson Nathan Wee United States Prescott Parks the Christ Church of Lawrence Dr. Parks

American Sunday School Session in Chicago Discussion

The American Sunday School meeting in Chicago focused on improving Sunday school education and literature. Leaders and delegates debated questions of interest to attendees, with reports from towns including Lancaster and Rockford on program development.

Chicago M. Hhiitenhouse Ieee Lancaster Rockford

Farmers Battle Over Fence Stays Contract in District Court

A case of importance to county farmers concerns Forbes Brothers agents for Cyclone Pence suing farmer Coleman to compel a contract for Cyclone fence stays. Coleman refused, claiming cheaper stays elsewhere. The district court jury found Coleman guilty of pledging and Troup in a verdict for the defendant.

Forbes Brothers Cyclone Pence Company Coleman Picaigge Troup Jensa

Northern Assurance License Revoked in Michigan Action

Lansing October 25 State Insurance Commissioner Cahill revoked the license of the Northern Assurance Company of London Demause ald com y for writing insurance in Michigan through an unauthorized agent. The action reflects a finding of unlicensed activity across all lines of insurance in the state.

Lansing Mich Cahill The Northern Assurance, Company of London Michigan

Read Memorial Tribute for Sheridan's Ride Author

Cincinnati honors T Buchanan Read author of Sheridan's Ride with a large tablet placed on his former home. Postmaster Charles Edgar Brown leads ceremonies on November 1 with 27 subscribers to the fund and readers including Prof. E Man and Major Wills sharing poems and reminiscences.

Sheridan Cincinnati Srenen Erate Paocaree T. Buchanan Read Haa Highth Street Walnut Charles Edgar Brown Tablet Fund TL Buchanan Prof E. Man Vincennes Ind Major Wills Nashville

Yellow fever outbreak reported in Monterey Mexico

Laredo Texas October 26 quarantine inspector T J Turpin returned from Monterey after studying suspected cases. He found genuine yellow fever among ten physicians and estimated at least forty known cases with daily deaths from fifteen to twenty. A strict quarantine surrounds Monterey and New Laredo Mexico.

Laredo Tex T. J. Turpin Monterey Mex Blunt Turpin New Laredo Mex

Fever Persists as Four More Cases Reported in Jackson

Cold weather cannot stop yellow fever as Jackson records four new cases including Mrs. James O'Brien and journalist J. R. Taylor, who stayed through the epidemic. Other cases appear in Natchez and Madison, with Oxford and Water Valley clear. mercury falls.

Mississippi Jackson Misu James O'Brien Arthur Eating Alma Hawkins Leon Hawitha Amon Bel J. R. Taylor Commercial Appeal Taylor Yerger New Orleans Harriston Natchez Missensions Madison Oxford Water Valley Mercury

Will Release Jordan in Fumble Case Settlement

County Attorney Allen of Newton yields to County Attorney Jetmore of Topeka after a long conference. Jetmore promises Jordan will be brought before a preliminary trial rather than let the case be dismissed. Jetmore credits Allen for aiding in a settlement to avoid defeating jurors in the important case. Washington orders direct Sixth Infantry from Ft. Thomas to San Antonio, Texas. Beges German Salve advertised for external piles and skin diseases with claims of quick healing.

Allen Newton Jetmore Aaron Jetmary Topeka W. 8 Risa Johteon Jordan Fusbimne New Washington War Department Ft.Thomas Kentucky Texas San Antonio Santiago Camp Aten

Market Report From Chicago Wheat Prices Climb and Fall

The Oct 36 market report notes lower cables and weak demand for wheat, with December futures opening down then firming as traders react to France tensions. Receipts were light and cash demand moderate, while oats and provisions showed mixed yet steady moves. Chicago livestock markets indicate hogs and other meats under pressure amid variable packer activity.

Chicago Eneral Betamore France Enaniah Liverpool New York Seaboard Wekan Uemaelves Minneapolis Duluth Carey Isappels Jay

Receipts and Market Signals From New York and Kansas

Abbreviated market notes mix receipts and prices with New York money markets and wheat and corn forecasts. Mentions U S prime court decision and railroading commentary, with regional price and grain movements for Kansas, Chicago, and Minneapolis markets.

New York Wickham Commission Topeka Salea Chicago Cineas Guy United Samneu Prime Court Trafic Cise Tae Hinrdiy Eit Cies Railrood

Classifieds fragment with rooms for rent and help wanted

A fragmentary classified page lists rooms for rent with options for single or shared occupancy and rates, plus employment ads including domestic help and instrument teaching. Entries are incomplete but indicate a Marion, Kansas area ad set with multiple brief notices and offers.

Trade Potential Boosts Value Beyond Cost

Economic pundits suggest that pursuing new trade avenues could yield returns many times the initial outlay, implying favorable risk versus reward dynamics for ventures expanding market links and supply chains.

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