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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1898

Page

3

Santiago Customs Report Shows Surplus After Reorganization

The report on the Santiago customs bureau covers July 16 to September and notes a total revenue of 107 753 from various sources. Customs officials discuss reorganizing the department, currency issues, and proposals to stabilize the value of silver and gold coin used for payments.

Santiago Gem Lawton Associated Press Donaldson Washington Colicétur Donald von Este Cotin Rees

Cuban government and US relations in wartime notes

A translated dispatch outlines Cuban hopes for American support in debt handling and governance. Vice President Capote discusses collaboration with the United States, recognition of Cuban authorities, and aims to stabilize governance while addressing army integration and postwar duties. Separate items note travel, Santa Fe tickets, and local shows.

Santiago Spantan Regulatorea Santa Cruz Associated Press Santan Cruz Capote Camaguey United States Washington Arma Revoluion Cubs Cala

Roaring grate fires fuel Santa Fe depot plans in Coffeyville

A large Santa Fe property upgrade in Coffeyville moves the old depot north to make way for a new, larger building. The proposed depot spans 72 feet high ceilings and wide eaves with 22 windows, brick platforms, and heated lounges. Construction by O Swanten of Topeka begins, expected finish by December, signaling strong railroad faith in Coffeyville’s growth.

Coffeyville Sept. S Santa Fe Blehth Street City of Nok O. Bwanten Topeka Kanaa Ity

Man sues railroad after mule and rider hurt

Oras Cro sues Missouri Pacific Railway claiming $14.40 in damages. He alleges a bogey pulled by two mules crossed a highway near Feyville in March, a train approached at forty miles per hour, the mule and harness were destroyed, and Cro suffered shoulder dislocation injuries. He says lack of cattle guard at crossing caused the accident and seeks medical costs and loss of mule and gear.

Taawninienen Pep.s Ergenbright & Banks Oras Cro Missouri Pacific Railway Seere Croak Feyville

WEW Steel Rail Replacements On Salina and Oakley Branch

Ealing Sept 25 thirty seven car loads of new steel rails were taken up on the Saline and Oakley branch to replace old iron rails. Work to begin at once and upon completion the line will be one of the best in Kansas. The McPherson branch may soon receive steel rails as well.

Ealing Saline & Oakley Ure Kansas Tmn McPherson

Chicago Woman Defends Room Against Hotel Robbers

Mrs. C. H. Peckham of Chicago fought off an intruder in her Paxton Hotel Omaha room after awakening to a man attempting to seize her suitcase and purse. She screamed for help and wrestled the attacker, but others fled down the corridor as alarms rose. Detectives pursued but did not capture the suspects at that time.

Omaha Neb Paxton Hotel C. H. Peckham McClure & Co Chicago Peckham

Seguranca Transport Quarantined Over Yellow Fever Case

The United States transport Seguranca arriving from Havana underwent quarantine at Swinburne Island. A civilian passenger, Mr Isaacs, sick with yellow fever, was moved ashore, while the rest of the ship’s travelers, many army convalescents and crew, remained for observation. Illness onset occurred on the third day, with other patients improving during the voyage. See the new V2 Baths for men and $5.00.

New York United States Santago de Cuba Isaacs Swinburne Island Army Inaues

Evacuation Talks Join Autonomist Cuba and Spain

Reports from Havana indicate Cuba’s colonial government collaborates with Spain in shaping evacuation terms. Officials fear autono mist forces and Spanish interests will press debt and government questions before evacuation. American commissioners seek strict protocol for immediate withdrawal, with Spain’s evacuation potentially stretching beyond three months amid troop movements and logistics.

Cubs Washington Havana Cuba United States Spain Madrid Cobm Veil Havina Tsa Sree

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