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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1898

Page

3

Oregon navy case testimony and disputed actions questioned

Testimony cites Captain Clark and Chaplain Meintryre claims about the Oregon battle, with Paul W. Beck disputing the distance to the Cristobal Colon and supporting Reynolds account of charges against the prisoner. Beck corroborates Rocky Mountain News report while deeming Meinapter’s statements stronger in one account. The day adjourned after these testimonies.

Sampaen Statin Ig Atdlancs Clark Oregon West Paul W. Beck McTstyre Lampgum Beck Rocky Mountain McAntyre

Belgian Concession Sows Railway Talk in China

State Department report details Belgian enterprise in China and Pekin Han Wei line. Morris cites Hele jam Was chosen by Ching as neutral mediator to win concession amid contest by other nations. French funds step in, Russian-Chinese alliance used as general agent. broader developments suggest larger subscription by investors.

Wwashinston State Department Chins United States

German Baptists Conclude Triennial Conference

The German Baptists of the United States and Canada held their triennial conference, meeting over a week and deciding to reconvene in 2901 at Berlin Ontario. A key issue, the dispute over a Ragtiat orphittece in Louis Ville, Wehieh, remained practically controlled by one individual.

St. Jovain Sept United States Canals Berlin Ont Canada Louis Ville Wehieh

The Lester to Close in Chattanooga

Chattanooga Tennessee September report outlines the near closure of The Lester Hospital as most beds depart for camps or Washington. Captain McCarthy ships quartermaster stores, Colonel Tyson awaits orders to Cuba, and the Sixth Regiment unit at Chickamauga prepares for departure.

Chattanooga Tenn Lester Hospital Washington McCarthy Quartermasters Department Leste Will Quartermaster Tyson Chickamauga Cuba Au Ai Ayas

Arrival in Paris by American and Spanish Peace Delegations

American peace commissioners and Spanish delegates arrived in Paris near simultaneously. The American group, led by Ambassador Porter, was met at the station with officials and headed to the Continental Hotel for private rooms. They will meet with French and Spanish representatives as neutrality and peace are emphasized during their reception and introductory talks.

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Lost in London and Traced by Connecticut Police

Fragmentary report notes detectives pursuing a woman linked to a missing person case in Southington. Authorities allege a suspect pair traveled from Liverpool and connected to Becheroses Com., with no further identified details available. The incident centers on a supposed residence and the woman’s whereabouts in London and nearby.

Liverpool Mateus Traseies Aiepatch Trusty Fondant Becheroses Connecticut Police Benell Southington

Excursion Train Wreck near Steterton Claims Injuries

A special excursion train bound for Halifax exhibition from Picton crashed into a working train near Steterton this morning. Engineers James Spronil Michael O'Brien and W G Henderson are named among the injured along with passengers Ireman John Bremen William Cameron of Scotch Hill Pictou and McMillan of Pictou. Peerless Steam Laundry advertises colorfast ladies shirt waists.

Halifax Halifax Exhibition Picton Stetterton James Spronil Michael O'Brien W. G. Henderson Ireman John Bremen William Cameron Scotch Hill Pictou Oh McMillan

Programme of the Week at Garfield Park The Peace Jubilee

Topeka hosts a Civic Peace Jubilee with a special train arrival for invited speakers Judge J Greene and others. A public reception at the hotel, Karnival Queen Anna Rose, and a joint campfire with blue and gray veterans follow. Daylong events include GAR led exercises, addresses by prominent figures, lantern displays, prize lanterns, competitive drills, bicycle and athletic races, and a grand reunion close with fireworks planned for Garfield park.

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Cuban Emigration and Reconcentrados Discussed by Doctor

New York on September 2 Dr Congosto from Havana said evacuation of Cuba by Spain will occur in due time. He cited emigration as a factor toward prosperity and happiness, noting dangers of fever and climate. Questioned on reconcentrados he replied they are gone God knows and declined further discussion. He also touched on a potential Spanish navy and the country’s future events.

New York Congosto Havana Washington Cuba Spain Comid Congeste

Only Three Regiments Left New York Camp Wikes

Troop departures from Camp Wikes reduced forces to three regiments in the camps that once housed about five thousand men. Weather indications suggest cooler conditions with fair skies tonight and Thursday, as winds shift from south to west across Kansas.

New York Camp Wikes Flrst Cavalry Kansas

Topeka Girl's Troubles Seeks Home Found Near Starvation

In Emporia a girl named Bessie Orris, 23, says her father sent her from Topeka to Emporia to meet a man named McPherson for a home. She drifted, faint from hunger, until Miss Ellen Plumb found her. She was fed, then placed with Mr and Mrs James Thompson on West Ninth Avenue. She believes her father and claims no fault of his.

Emporia Emporia Ellen Plumb Bliss Plumb Topeka Moncey Emporia McPherson Bessie Orris Commercial Street Miss Plumb al Randolph James Thompson West Ninth Avenue

Freeman Young Man Dies by Chloroform Act at Madison

Henry B Freeman son of Professor Henry Freeman of the state university and brother of Dr Dwight Freeman of Chicago is found dead in his Madison room after using chloroform. He had bought a bottle the day before and first used a cloth then a dish to inhale the fumes. He was to enter the university this week and had suffered nervous fits and moodiness interspersed with periods of exuberant cheer among many student friends.

Chicago Chronicle Madison Wis Say's Henry B. Freeman Henry 3. Freeman The State University Dwight Freeman Tia Boweht Lie Young Freeman Hic Freeman

Self-inflicted deaths tied to Madison club theory

W Allen son of Professor Allen whose body was found in Lake Minnetonka. It is known that young Allen killed himself and Freeman, his intimate associate, died earlier. The report suggests a suicide club akin to a group that existed in Missouri years ago may have started in Madison.

W. Allen Professor Allen Lake Minnetonka Young Allen Young Freeman Missouri Co Ige Madison

New Yellow Fever Cases Reported in Louisville Districts

Sept 28 reports from Jackson Bliss Taylors Orwood Wilson Franklin show several new cases and deaths. Utility totals list different districts with whites and colored counts, highlighting ongoing spread and evolving totals across the city.

Louisville Jackson Bliss Taylors Orwood Louisiane Board of Health Tellowine Tn Wilson Prankin

Leedy Gains Seen in Linn County Accord Letter

E Latimer, state librarian, received a Linn county central committee letter stating four Populists will back the Socialist ticket, nineteen for Potter, and 140 Republicans for JW Leedy. It predicts Leedy will win Linn County by 510 votes, up from a 25-vote margin two years ago.

Linn County E Latimer

Tariff clash strains ties with Venezuela

Official word from Washington says Venezuela will not grant free duties for U S official supplies to its consuls. In retaliation, the secretary orders all Customs Officers to collect duties on Venezuelan government official supplies sent to U S consular staff. Meanwhile a Victoria steamer reports 19 passengers arriving from Dawson Circle Minook with little gold aboard.

Washington State Department United States Victoria B.C Alpha Tas Dawson Circle Minook Alpha

Army of Occupation Moves To Cuba Plan Outlined

Washington outlines a two division move to Cuba under Major Generals Wade and Fitzhugh Lee to deploy about 13 000 troops within sixty days. Troops will be scattered across western Cuba with a focus on garrisoning small towns rather than Havana. Transports will be prepped, divisions formed, and temporary commanders assigned as plans proceed.

Washington Cuba War Department Miles Wade Fitzhush Lee Havana Quartermaster's Department U. S. Cavalry L. H. Carpenter U5. V U. 5. Infantry U. & Volunteer Infantry Simon Snyder C. S. Infantry U.S. S. Infantry Ei ‘Williston

St Andrew Brotherhood Meeting In Topeka Kans

The annual meeting of St Andrew Brotherhood of the Diocese of Kansas held this week at the Episcopal church in Topeka. About 260 clergy and laity attended as Bishop Millspaugh delivered the annual address at Grace Cathedral. The convention of the divorce of Kansas was held at Grace Cathedral this morning with Rev Dr Krum of Wichita preaching.

Mearty Topeka Brotherhood of St. Andrew Kansit Episcopal Church Millspauch Grace Cathedral Kangar Krum Wichita

Bishop to address clergy and visitors this Thursday

The bishop will deliver his pertinent address and charge to the clergy assembled Thursday evening at 8 o clock. The bishop and Mrs Milispatiza will hold a reception at the bishop's home for the visitors.

Surrounded by Fire in Glenwood Springs Area

Fire sweeps large forested areas near Glenwood Springs Colorado with several valleys under threat. A near mile Creek fire roars along ridges east of town as smoke blankets the region and streets fill with cinders while crews work to halt spread before a fall comes.

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NEW LEASE OF LIFE FOR POTTERY SYNDICATE IN SIRCING HOPE

East Liverpool Ohio September 3 Representatives of a proposed pottery combine, after two weeks of study, left for the east with extended options on major factories valid until December 21. The renewal defers earlier expirations and signals cautious optimism that investors will be satisfied with the showing and likely January shipments.

Liverpool Ohio Potter Combine

Passengers Arrive From Havana On City of Washington

Direct from Havana New York Sept 2 shows several travelers aboard the City of Washington including Br. tone and Captain Fred harp along with Chapman Wrecking and others. The ship brought nine aboard and plans to sail on the ric b line in October under Captain Sharp.

New York City of Washington

Thirteen Annual Brother of St. Andrew Convention in Baltimore

The thirteenth annual convention of the Brother of St. Andrew gathered in Baltimore and will stay through the week. About 1,300 delegates are expected, with bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church attending. Sessions opened in a quiet, subdued tone from morning until night under careful guidance.

Baltimore Brother of St. Andrew

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