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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1898
Page
4
A jagged excerpt covers the Dreyfus case and disarmament debates. It mentions Czar Nicholas, a Baltic storm sinking a German torpedo boat, and hints at U S military mobilization. References to President McKinley, Camp Thomas, and a looming resources consolidation by Rockefeller and Carnegie surface amid broader industrial power anxieties.
A fragmentary report cites General Miles in a controversial interview alleging secret dispatches to General Bhawra and to Miles, manipulating evidence to mislead the public about Santiago command. It claims orders and omissions affected Miles and Porto Rican oversight, suggesting internal efforts to shape public perception.
Fragmentary lines note Arkansas City and Dewey seeking permits amid wartime strain. Mentions Mantla and Uchey with unclear references to Nine in a tense tone. References to fear of a possible awaiting return of the war and evolving attitudes among people and regions.
A jumbled patch of notes describes home secrets and small town life with scattered phrases about a boy running away, a mother’s concern, neighbors, and pie or money offered for return. It also references Emporia Republicans, Atchison Globe, a war prologue, trains, wages, loafing, and the odd musings of local folk. The text mixes humor, travel scraps, and random observations on trust, paydays, and volunteer soldiers.
Burr McIntosh recovers from fever while promoting his new play A War Correspondent. General Johnson cites public opinion shaping reputation as Schley awaits recognition. Boston considers Helen Gould as a potential NY governor candidate, with her strong record cited. Nicolas De Pierniu aims to unify South American republics under one central government, after a previous dictatorship. McKinley invited to Denver festival during a trip to the exposition. Curzon, Taris viceroy, lacks a home in England. Hubert Fitzsimmons visits Camp Vornhees at Sea Girt and rides military horse. Henrik Theen stores quirky animal mementos for writing inspiration. Coxey gears up for private-car touring with plans to promote bonds and stamps. Faure enjoys horses, cared for by Montjarret, whose dress amuses Parisians.
A Chicago piece surveys clever proverbs on vanity wisdom and neighborly life. It notes that boastful heroes often overestimate themselves while wise people seek cost and consequence before pleasure. It also hints how business life shapes perceptions of past bravery and dissatisfaction.
A vivid account from Camp Wikett Montana extols the Ninth and Tenth colored regiments. It highlights their cheerfulness discipline and battlefield prowess in Cuba. Officers and Rough Riders credit their charges for lifting a risky San Juan hill position. The piece notes their morale on leave singing playing baseball and their shift toward peaceful pursuits after combat.
John R Hull was found guilty of bigamy in Judge Chetlam's court and sentenced to penitentiary time. Grace Betty Hull sobbed in the anteroom as the verdict was read. The defense seeks a new trial, with a hearing set for September 24, while contested testimony about a marriage certificate is reviewed.
Prominent Royal Arcanum members in New York lead a drive to present Admiral Winfield Scott Schley with a jeweled sword. Brooklyn and Manhattan councils back the effort to raise about 30000, with plans likely at the Masonic Temple Manhattan. The sword presentation awaits Schley’s return from Porto Rico and may occur there or in New York. Meanwhile the Gloucester auxiliary cruiser, under Commander Wainwright, has sailed from Guantanamo and anchored off Tompense.
A Kansas report notes a patient facing fever after failing to follow medical instructions. The piece highlights the health risk and urges adherence to prescribed treatment, warning of potential complications without proper care.
Kansas City dispatch reports Congressman Jerry Simpson of Medicine Lodge is ill with acute malarial fever and suspected typhoid after a public address in Kansas City Kansas. He was kept in bed at the Blossom House with a high fever and unable to travel home.
At multiple county Republican meetings on Sept 1 5 and 6 ticket nominees surfaced. Nobles include H A Nichols A J Junes W E Parsons A J Hult E E Keiley G W Cox G Juhngoh G F Grattan L C aleMurray D I Beckstrom R Rockwell FM Gosnell Ella F Danicia Wm McGlash A R Lask W Fe Murray H C Clark Moses Waggoner L C Barron Dr C E Grimsby Wm St Finis Geo K Kimner F F Benney OC W Spurlock FE Musick Sur Musick Geo S Kimner C F Benney Emil Grosser Geo Smith 8 8 Smith T J Rexroat J A Hopkins M Lowe T H Ford Ford Critten den Aaron Cote Miss India Harris HB Makecover T H Ford Critten den Chas Lopp Nc Magrath McKinley expansion endorsed
Joy runs through Fort Leavenworth as the Twentieth Infantry is reported returning to the post. The regiment, departed in April, will reoccupy the barracks early next week, with families of many officers and soldiers relieved by their return.
Mrs. D. J. W122ass of Marion Kansas credits Hood’s Sarsaparilla with curing severe stomach trouble after medical treatment failed. She says five bottles restored her health and she continued using it for catarrh and her son’s impure blood. She warns to buy only Hood’s Sarsaparilla.
Larned September 5 The Democrats and Populists of Pawnee county fuse. Ticket listed includes John Hall for representative Benjamin Moore for probate judge Ben W Heed for district court clerk George W Finney for county attorney Miss Carrie Hall for superintendent of public instruction Ernest Beardsley for commissioner Reed and Finney noted as Democrats.
Two Lawrence youths, John Jennings and Ellett Bates, were killed when a tree was struck by lightning as they rode a horse to pasture with cows. The horse died. one boy showed injuries while the other had none. Ages 11 and 14.
Son of Governor Pingree leads fifteen Michigan nurses through New York sights escorting the Thirty third and Thirty fourth Michigan regiments at Camp Wikoff. The group, staying at the Metropole, drew crowds as they toured through Pall and Mott streets. Nurses, many young and vivacious, planned a touring party before attending to the ill and wounded servicemen.
Washington reports the chief ordnance officer forwarded a complete list of weapons captured from Spaniards. The tally includes rifles and carbines, revolvers, ammunition, Mauser rounds, and 44 siege guns with mortars. Strong entities include H D Boraris, Santis Agu, General Potters, and the War Department.
Gen Young sustained multiple fractures after tripping on a wire near the Camp Wikoff station at Montauk Point. His left ankle and right arm were injured in the Civil War veteran's latest accident, prompting potential removal to New York for treatment. He may be confined to a hospital and leave the tour temporarily.
A large sensation brews in Oshkosh as Mayor Idesgn declares plans to press prosecutions against twenty criminal and three civil cases filed against leading citizens. He will not comment further and says board of review members unaffected.
New York reports a definite proposal by Festal steel company to absorb the wire trust and the ENaos aso te lepany. The wire company formed in April with capital stock of 24.00 and controls 75 percent of wire rods and wire production. Officers plan admission of stock to broaden the consolidation with iron ore, steel making, and transport firms. Kansas pensions list includes names and small amounts amid August 24 notes.
Police raided a Katous avenue establishment known as The Del rear 1 manico, arresting proprietor Fits Dupeies Fa and Marley Vas Horne after seizing whisky wine and beer. Officers found a quantity of SEPT and paid charges as suspects were taken to the police station.
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