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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1899

Page

10

Liverpool Fluctuations Trigger New Orleans Exchange Suspension

Scattered reports from New Orleans and Liverpool describe volatile currency trading as the New Orleans Cotton Exchange suspended business after Liverpool market fluctuations sent futures climbing. The suspension aimed to quell panic as officials sought to explain the rapid ebb and flow of pounds and contracts, with losses projected at around 15 million dollars.

New Orleans Buel New York Murmner Liverpool Bret Tel ‘F. Raw New Orleans Canon Exchange Moandner Ea Commercial Burrat Liver Liverpool Mar Auspres Basie Init Orleans Euler

Turbulent Market Day Highlights Heat in Trading

A garbled market report shows broad activity with mentions of futures, prices, and contracts. It references heat in markets, various traders, a 4 PM update, and general price movements amid unclear details and damaged OCR text.

Herd Market Report Shows Mixed Cattle and Hog Activity

Market notes indicate hogs steady with some decline, while cattle tighten demand and steer prices drift. Receipts rise, with shipments and stock movements reflecting ongoing sales and market pressure.

Murlent Art Geers

Welcome to Captain Dewey at the Erin and Olympia

Crowds greet Admiral Dewey aboard the Olympia and guests aboard the Erin as the fleet passes New York. Distinguished visitors from England and various officials wave from shore and rooftops as cannons roar and bands play. The parade extends along Riverside Drive with carriages lining the route and signals and cheers marking each ship’s passage.

Matthews Erin Grant Charles Bunsell England Ir R. Burdett Walford Burdet Hugh McGildoway James Craig Shatman-Crawford Dr. Mackey Yachty Peley Dewry Hoboken Thexteen Hudson Park Jersey New York Admiral Dewey Otermola Olympia Mount Tor Bt Marys 123Th Street Canton Fulton Street Secretary of the Treasury Johny G. Carlisle Watmoutt Louisiana James L. Pugh

Chorus of 1200 Sings A Sea Hero Tribute In New York

The People’s Choral Union of New York leading Frank Damroseh performed a war tribute for sea heroes. The 1200 singers, aboard the Warwick, departed Feckinan Street at 7:00 pm and reached 40 minutes later near the Cyrmpla. They sang My Country and The Star-Spangled Banner amid flag displays and cheers from officers, with the band and Olympia piano joining in a stirring finale Three cheers for Dewey.

Olympia Eur Stan Harlech Sampann New York Jehta Crw Sinming Sampeoh Warwick Admiral Schley Barn Weil Admiral Manhattan People's Choral Union Frank Damroseh Feckinan Street Hanner Dewey

Market Notes on Grains and Sugar Prices

Fragmented OCR from a 19th or early 20th century market page shows prices and trading terms for wheat corn oats and other staples. Mentions opening cable prices and futures months with references to May December and Sept contracts. Includes scattered vendor names and a sense of weekly price movements and market activity.

Mtn TeLeo

Senator Proctor Arranges Dewey to Asiatic Squadron

Vermont Senator Proctor recalls pressing for Admiral Dewey to head the Asiatic squadron. He says he met with President McKinley who, after noting Dewey’s fighting qualities, wrote a directive to Secretary Long assigning Dewey to the post. Proctor recounts Dewey’s reaction and a dinner promise.

Dewey New York Proctor Vermont Grvaident McKiniey McKinley Asiatic Squadron William McKinley

Welcome Dewey Greeting Lights Up New York Harbor

New York harbor dazzled with a circle of light as warships anchored off Tompkinsville. Brooklyns bridge and Staten Island joined in a radiant Welcome Dewey display with white electric lights and red green signal lamps. Fireworks illuminated quarantine residents and shores along Brooklyn Jersey coast while Olympia and New York Navy ships showcased searchlights aiding the patriotic spectacle.

New York New York Harbor Tompkineville Brooklsn Bridge Jersey Brookist Staten Trooklyn Jersey Ooures Oier Olympia Exhibion HebUne BP Pakeiog Staten Tr Land

Dewey Meets Coghlan On Olympia Port Landing

Admiral Dewey's longtime friend Captain J. T. Coghlan, former commander of the Haleigh at Manila, was a guest of Governor Roosevelt. Coghlan, now in command of Port Orchard naval station, was warmly greeted aboard the Olympia with cordial handshakes and good humor as stories of his singing and past commands were exchanged.

Uvar New York Dewey Olympia J. T. Coghlan Manila Port Orchert Joe Coghlan

Permanent Dewey Arch Proposed in Marble and Bronze

New York seeks a lasting commemoration for Dewey and the navy with a marble and bronze arch. Prominent backers include ex-Vice President Morton and ex-Secretary Lamont, with formal support yet to form. Petitions will circulate in the chamber of commerce and stock exchange as plans proceed.

New York Dewey Marilla Lett P. Morton Rotary of War Daniel S Lamont Picspont Morgan Anson J Flower Jefferson Chamber of Commerce The Stock Exchange

Enthusiasm Reaches Stock Exchange on Dewey Celebration

New York on Sept 29 saw a grand stock exchange celebration as the Seventh Regiment band led a procession while merchants paused trading in cheers for Admiral Dewey. Dewey himself expressed doubts about enduring the lengthy reception schedule over Friday and Saturday.

Stock Exchange New York Stock Exchange Seventh Regiment Admiral Dewey Dewey New York Dewey Nas

Greenspan Gone From Topeka After Mental Health Concern

Mrs. Sells Greenspan reports her husband Simon Greenspan left Topeka without explanation. He was seen Thursday in St. Joe en route to St. Laure, and had been cashing small checks in her name. Once known as insane, he was briefly confined before release. authorities fear his mind again may be affected.

Simon Greenspan Topeke Sells Greenspan Greenspan St. Joe St. Laure Iis

Ousting Otis and Philippine Military Government Plans

Washington dispatch reports an expected presidential move to appoint a military governor in the Philippines and establish a civil government afterward. The plan mirrors California’s early American territory setup, where a military government formed a ready administration. If approved, leaders fear reduced congressional interference before the next election.

Chicago Washington Sys Philippines Militares Congress Mit Advics California Stout

Capture of Porac and Porane Report by General Otis

Washington reports General Otis states Lawton's troops moved to cover country near Porac and San Merianda, capturing Perec, driving the enemy north, and intercepting retreating forces. Casualties include wounded officers and enlisted men amid enemy losses. scattered actions anticipated near Parac. Omaha carpenters strike nearly settled as contractors concede wage increase after two weeks.

Washington Otis Porne Lawton Culimpit San Merianda Mexico Treoor Parac Ninti Perec Angeles Aera Omaha Neb

Venezuelan War Battles Reported Near San Cristobal and Beyond

The report tracks a sequence of clashes between rebel forces led by Castro and government troops across Venezuela from San Cristobal to Valencia. It notes heavy losses for government troops in several fights, rebel advances, and rumors of a provisional government as the Detroit links with Puerto Cabello report moves toward Valencia.

Castro San Christotal Onier Egmie Pete Snes el Cobre Morafes Lumbader Mountain Weltemann Atna Cordero Fernandes Agais Bork Tover Suipto Guiierres Arenales Torres Alar Guevara Hemphill United States Detroit Puerto Cabelio Verexuela Tor Curacga West Indies Bok Sastre Valencia Puerto Cabello Alfatra Hemphill Andrade New York Herald Port of Spain Trinidad Bas Caracas Andrade Porto Rico Luciano Mendoza Hetugoes Domingo Monachs Bareslana Venezuela Cumana Guanta Barcelona

Millionaire Bradbury Sentenced to 24 Hours in Jail

San Francisco reports millionaire William B. Bradbury jailed for a 24 hour sentence for spitting on a street car and insulting the conductor. He had prior fines for similar offenses and appeals failed. He was taken to jail after resisting and attempting to delay serving the term. His notoriety likened to Russell Sage for wealth.

San Francisco Cal William B. Bradbury Elf Wan Bradbury Bredbury Russell Sage Ian

Dewey Seen as Likely President if Nominated

New York Evening Post editor Horace White, visiting Birmingham, argues Admiral Dewey would accept a nomination if tendered and would win on any party ticket with Joe Wheeler. White predicts a Dewey Wheeler ticket could sweep the nation, though Dewey says he would not seek politics. Frost and weather notes accompany a Lecompton reunion report and local grocery ad closes.

Birmingham Aia Horace White New York Evening Post Sity Admiral Trewey Dewy Joe Wheeler Dewey White Wheeler

Wanted an all round housekeeper in Tahoe area

First class girl for general housework sought by Mrs J Sproat for 3 Fillmore street. An advertisement notes a college Washburn line and refers to a John Wilton in Tahoe.

Nanted Mra J Sproat Fillmore Street

Missing Boy Edgar Bear Seeks Whereabouts in Topeka Area

Private notices seek information on a boy named Edgar Bear last seen near Exiwards County in July. A liberal reward is offered. readers urged to contact W XII Beckley Kinsley Kansas with any lead. Also advertised are a Jersey and Durham cow and guns for trade or repair at Golden Hall Kansas Avenue.

Siitier Searth Topeka Wien Jenin Edgar Bear Exiwards County W. XII Beckley Kinsley Kansas Golden Hale Kansas Avenue

For Rent Notices from the Fa ont room and other listings

Foreground text shows several rental notices including furnished rooms and single rooms offered for rent. Listings mention locations such as Van Buren front and 1515 South Street, with references to modern conveniences and suitability for a gentleman.

van Buren Kansas Tenga Quinty Street

Storming in Dakota Brings Sept Snow Storm to Grand Forks

In Grand Forks North Dakota on September 23 a severe early snow storm arrived with strong winds. The ground is covered with snow and the wind continues. Thousands of acres of wheat still in shock in the northern part of the state will prevent threshing for another week.

Bnow Grand Forks N. D Ited Hiver Valley Belver

Central Foundry Raises Pipe Prices Amid Capital Tie

Pittsboro, Sept 29 The Central Foundry Company announces an immediate price increase on solid pipe by 10 to 43 percent. The firm recently consolidated in a zombie-shaped form with capital of 314.09.0, holding stock primarily in England.

Pipe Trust Pittsboro Central Foundry Company Zombine Beld England

Peace Negotiations Fail and Political Notes

Readable fragments report failed peace talks amid civil conflict rhetoric. Mentions Democrats in First Maine district nominating Luther Bo Mackney Bridgetown for a vacant seat. travel ads list Rock Island line round trips to Wichita and Topeka Kansas City with prices and sale dates. reference to Butler tonight at 4381 Kuoses avenue.

Portland Maine Luther Bo Me-Kigney Bridgetown Thomas B. Teed Great Rock Island Wichita

3000 Missouri Mules To Be Shipped From St Louis

St Louis officials report 3000 Missouri mules bound for South Africa after three weeks of talks with British agents. Major H.E. Serobeti of the British army will arrive to oversee the shipment and ensure the supply of park tiles in coming days.

St Louis South Africa St. Louis New Orleans HE. Serobeti

For Sale Miscellaneous Items and Services

Local notices list multiple classified items for sale including a soft coal heating stove a Shetland pony a journal route position hot air coal delivery wells drilled and an apple cider delivery service Also listed are a Monarch oak heating stove a bicycle a hotel rental and a good team of horses wagon and harness with contact at 8 Kis. ave and 1157 Warkburn ave Kansas avenues.

Washburns Kansas Ave Warkburn Ave Monarch Dak Iso Inter Bicycle Mga Aron SALLE

Magnetic Healing Treatments At City Homes And Clinics

A fragmentary list notes various homes and clinics offering magnetic healing and related therapies. Mentions Hamline, Central Avenue, North Texas, and Beinkerhoterites of treatment with references to practitioners and patient treatment plans.

Gordes Central Ave North Testes

Local Business Directory Listing Jewelers and Cycles ads

An old Wanting eastern money circular outlines a dense investors directory listing brokers and promoters. It names several shops and sellers including J G Darling, James B Hayden, Topeka Cycle Co, and J T Lovewell with offerings in watches jewelry silverware and bicycles.

Benet Otta Eee EQANS Sonal Property Biscoe, Sa

Municipal ownership debate at Michigan Monthly meeting

Grand Rapids session discusses public utilities and municipal ownership. Resolutions favor allowing cities to run and operate utilities and urge governor and legislature to draft amendments for the next election. Mentions the Supreme Court decision on the SlLeod law and cites Richard Carvel and David Horace.

Grand Rapids Mich Michigan Supreme Court

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