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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1900
Page
4
A fragmented Topeka State Journal page reports on national and international tensions. It cites figures and events from Africa and Manila coast, mentions Secretary Hitchhawk and Speaker Herter, and notes political debates in Iowa and New York about peace, taxation, and reform. The piece blends war coverage with domestic political discourse and social commentary.
A reflective meditation on honesty and self awareness, noting that pride often masks true character. It suggests weather and fate influence behavior, while urging restraint and self knowledge. The piece questions ambition, speech, and the illusion of virtue in public life.
A garbled excerpt from a Philadelphia Hetard piece offers reflections on love, fame, and the oddities of perception. It playfully muses that Martin is famed only after a cigarette bears his name, while Cupid is cast as a mercenary in human hearts and envy. The text is damaged, with garbled phrases and missing connections.
The Shawnee County Horticulturists plan Thursday afternoon talks on pest control and peach growing at the winter greenhouse. Prof Parrott of Somber discusses pests and Bradford Miller covers growing seawle peaches. Members should bring gloves and note pads for the session. Wenworth is president of the horticultural society this year.
The Manila census by the health department shows a death rate above 40 percent in conservative estimates and notes a population around 400,000 including villages within the city. It details a six month period with 2041 deaths among children, a cholera like plague, and mentions the impact on natives, Chinese workers, and Western residents while outlining sanitation measures and the response of authorities.
A garbled report describes a funeral and memorial at a Methodist church with references to a widow, relatives, and mourners. it mentions a Brotherhood and rites, a procession with family casket bearers, wine bearers, and prayers. The fragmentary text preserves names and roles but is difficult to parse fully.
Munyon offers inhaler remedies for colds coughing hay fever bronchitis asthma and other throat and lung diseases. The product involves medicated vapors intended to reach chest and lung areas and claims relief through inhalation using camphor and other ingredients.
Government receipts for March totaled 45,736,457 against expenditures 29,200,791, yielding no surplus for the month. Revenue increases included customs and internal revenue, with miscellaneous disbursements and naval expenditures noted. for the present fiscal year, receipts exceeded disbursements by 1,002,000.
August first target set for completion at the Binckman project as Elst of Binck, Laird & Binckman reports progress. The firm expects to hire local Topeka craftsmen, with daily penalties mentioned for delays and a preference for Tenekam-Price workers to finish the work on schedule.
Washington April 3 The comptroller’s monthly statement shows national bank circulation at 270,953,000 at March 31, up 3,674,401 for the month and 23,008,001 for the year. The figure includes bonds securing circulation and deposits, with shifts in United States bonds and reserve assets noted.
Washington April monthly public debt statement shows March balance at 6,629,701 profit. Debt details list interest bearing amounts 1020,882,140 and related items, with cash in treasury broken down into reserve funds, trust funds, and general funds totaling over 1.0 billion, leaving a cash balance of about 320 million.
A Cleveland report claims Senator Hanna sought knee remedies and lists many alleged cures. In Washington on April 3, Mr Curtis Kan moved to pass a bill ratifying an agreement related to Fort Hall, amid amendments. A mint statement shows March coinage at $17,075,088 with gold and silver figures.
The Inter Oceanic Canal Company is incorporated with 10 000 000 authorized capital to build operate and own a maritime canal between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central or South America. Incorporators include Levi Gilebrist Mc Rooney Craynor Bell Cadley and Dercel with offices in Jersey City. The charter grants wide powers including railroads telegraphs cables and water supply and permits government stakeholding in board representation. Annual meeting set for the first Tuesday in May in Jersey City.
In Pittsburg, April 20 000 miners are idle as a strike shuts down the district for a week. Officials claim a settlement may come before week’s end and harbor talks hinge on coal price costs. The strike disrupts production and leaves workers amid warnings of reduced output.
In Indianapolis labor actions halt construction as carpenters, blockers, bricklayers, and carriers walk out over wage demands. About 400 workers quit, delaying projects until talks resume. Contractors reportedly ignore the 25 cent hourly minimum, and union leaders plan a meeting in the southeast neighborhood to decide further action.
In Tex April 3 Sanderson, Topeka Kas, a former Norfolk and Western official, testified before the railroad commission on Morty about dangers of doubleheader trains. He said there is no extra burn and supported expert view that doubleheaders increase risk. Several Texas conductors and engineers testified for the commission, claiming heightened danger with doubleheaders. Carnegie Returns to Florida After Visiting Relatives in Dunganness. his tracts for rent and recuperation.
Glinton Ind April 1 All the coal mining operations have closed as miners abandon work over failures of agreements on weekly wages and powder questions. A stoppage led to talks aimed at a settlement between miners and operators. Carnegie Buys Railroad Shares in Pittsburg
Indications this afternoon show the park bond proposal likely to fail without a two thirds vote. voters discussed real estate moves, park purchases, and broad opposition in several wards as registration and turnout varied. women voters were notably sparse in many precincts.
General John C Bates reports peaceful occupation of Surigao Cagayan Lagan Miumle and Min data. Rebels surrender rifles and cannon as gunboats York and others move to Cagayan and Camarines. Chinese and natives show mixed loyalties in the area.
Deaths and funerals outline services for a infant child of Mrs Mercer, with services held yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the family residence on Monrear street, and a mention of a Bre. A. M. Baird of Topena with funeral at a home in Boaiewind.
St Louis April 3 No further movement reported in the strike of union painters and carpenters against the lly for high wages. Some artists and carpenters have returned to work while others remain out. In Orange there is no settlement yet as talks continue. Lake City case in Charleston pushed to April term as federal court defers ruling on Postmaster Baker and burning of the post office.
A Kentucky report from Frankfort notes a confusion over a gubernatorial requisition for Rudolph Gossamer, a prisoner due to be released tomorrow. The event touches Governor Mount of Indiana and Governor Beckham, with papers and telegrams exchanged as officials dispute recognition and authority.
European mission interrupted by arrest of a local man named Howe in Atchison on a theft-related charge. Officer Garr Charis Robinson reported a burglary and larceny involving a harness taken from Whittaker's stable. Police continue to investigate as legal proceedings begin.
A rough Englishman leads in a modern amateur golf clash near Nortand as three top players including Sandee Serna and Viidiay Dousiase square off. The weather is clear and the event draws strong talk among spectators about who holds the title.
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