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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1898
Page
4
A garbled OCR snippet offers scattered curiosities from CHICAGO NEWS PROVERBS and British figures. It mentions marital advice, a memoir by Criep, and references to Auguste, Dr. Solr Bismaarck, Father Lorenza Waugh, and Alfred B Bates. It notes a Kentuckian Clarence Greathouse tied to the king, plus a Portuguese-related viceroy reference.
Disturbances amid rival orders as Governor Havara is reportedly overruled by General Bianco over the flag at the American headquarters. Insurgent and Cuban forces clash in scattered incidents as military authorities impose controls and security patrols.
Madden Bros won two Morris county district court cases totaling 8,000 with the jury granting full policy amounts plus 200 for attorney fees. Insurance companies appealed to the Kansas Supreme Court. This marks the first test of the valued policy law's constitutionality, potentially changing future payouts statewide.
A scattered review of overseas conflicts discusses Pasnoda expeditions, Manila reinforcements, Spanish troops in Cuba, and the American war stance. Names like Captain Robley and Captain Capron appear, with references to global tensions, diplomacy, and financial strains in moving crops. The piece blends foreign policy chatter with Civil War reminiscences and contemporary military notes.
Disjointed report describes U S ships bringing Sapaskineers and two government envoys, Filipe Aguinaldo and Jose Lepes, to discuss governance and possible agreement with the United States. It notes American forces may confront Spanish influence and hints at negotiations shaping future authority amid insurgent and civilian tensions. Negotiations and unnamed diplomas are alluded to, with references to key figures and military movements.
The Navy Department has ordered forgings for 12 inch naval rifles to equip new battleships. The 12 inch gun will be lighter and faster than current models, firing a projectile at about 3000 feet per second, enhancing range and striking power.
Washington reports that Cardinal Rampolla informed Monsignor Martinelli that Bishop of New Segovia and several Philippine priests were arrested by insurgents and jailed and treated harshly. Meiklejohn instructed concern and action, Otis reported delays and uncertainty about the priests’ plight and location.
In Leavenworth a case returns that a woman, Ed Chambers formerly Miss Idella Bell, was found by a jury to be of unsound mind and under a guardian. A corn field elopement led to a church ceremony and a court case to set aside the marriage. The guardian may seek divorce and the woman’s inheritance of 7800 rests under guardianship as proceedings continue.
The Young People’s Christian Union of the United Presbyterian church opens a free reading room in the former Journal building next Monday. It will be open weekday evenings from seven to ten during winter, offering daily papers and magazines including Daily Topeka Event Journal Democrat Harper’s Weekly Review of Reviews and more. It invites residents without homes to attend.
Detective Sutton captured Tackett in Wichita on North Market Street after a county horse theft wave. Tackett offered no resistance, spent the night in city jail, then moved to county jail. Companion fled. no charges yet.
In Olathe on September 22 Miss Anne Lanter recounts a distinctive incident where she managed a team of runaway horses. The report notes her quick actions and calm handling during the event, highlighting local courage and improvised control.
Misa Lanter wrestled a frightened horse through downtown after a collision near T J Kean's residence. Anna Lanter pulled into a loaded wagon at a lumber yard to hal t the animal, avoiding injury to bystanders, though Addison Bowen was knocked from his ride.
Seneca September 23 smallest district court judgment in years is 66 cents in favor of Dr. Walker against John A. Aulthouse both of Sabetha. Walker had sued in justice court winning 191 dollars. appeal to district court yielded scant fair result as claims were inflated with PhD costs now exceeding the idle testimony and remanding accounts.
Judge hises sentenced Thomas Hunter and Wesley Erwin to ten years each in the state penitentiary and Leo Ruble to three years. Sherif Church and Constable Geo Lathrop escorted the prisoners to Lansing. Hunter and Erwin were convicted of highway robbery near the Crane mill weeks ago, while Ruble was found guilty of stealing money from Mr. Smith near Homewood nearly two years past.
Burlington reports 17 year old Homer Pennington, son of Capitals W. H. Pennington, arrested by Deputy Sheriff Grunnan on burglary charges. Warrant by D. B. Uncapher cites entry into the Hamilton Opera House around the 6th and theft of a shotgun. He appeared before Justice Rapier and is jailed on $250 bond.
Barry Connell, a quarry worker and trusted inmate at the Lansing state penitentiary, escaped last evening and had not been recaptured by late hour. Connell aided by seeking tools after work, and guards had begun escorting prisoners when he vanished amid the penitentiar y grounds.
Connell vanished after guards began searching and alarms sounded at the quarry. A vigil was held with no trace of him found. he previously faced Crawford county larceny charges and was to be released in January. He stands about 6 feet tall with a shoulder wound and near paralysis in his left arm, plus a facial burn. Also, William Andes of Hesston Creamery injured by ammonia gas, likely to lose sight.
Lawrence September senior class officers chosen after anti secret society group known as barbs dominated the meeting. A H Parrott named president, Blien Blakely vice president, Georgie Cubine secretary, W B Graham treasurer, Agnes Lee editor of the class annual. Pensions granted to Kansans listed with names and amounts include James G Oliver Pratt $6 and others in Washington.
Washington reports two armor plate tests conducted at the Indium Head grounds. A Krupp plate with Harvey process armor for Russia showed superior penetration resistance. naval experts conclude Krupp process outperforms others. Tests involved projectiles from Carpenter and other armor piercing shells, with velocities up to 178 feet per second and 183 feet per second noted. Russian, German, Austrian, and British observers attended the proceedings.
A report notes manufacturers shift the stamp tax burden to wholesalers who then pass it to retailers and ultimately consumers, amid protests that the tax is unfair and drives up prices. The piece names no individuals or organizations but highlights the economic chain reaction and public discontent.
Chicago reports retail druggists urge formation of a national organization to oppose the war tax on manufacturers and shift the burden to consumers. Delegates are asked to come to St Louis for the October 17 meeting of the National Wholesale Druggists Association and the National Proprietary Association to form a protective alliance for patent and proprietary medicines.
Washington dispatch reports Assistant Secretary Howell revising Philippine customs rules to refund exports taxed on goods shipped from interior ports to foreign destinations. The reform ends double duties when shipments pass through Manila under U S control. Also noted are Army water boil policy notes from Chickamauga and a claim of no war between Argentina and Chile.
Fragmentary text references the strength and condition of an ER nurse or regulator, contrasting her life with the life of her child and mentioning the Bradfield Regulator in a partial quotation style likely from a historical column or feature.
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