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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1900
Page
10
Misread voting guidance spreads alarm about voter intimidation and penalties for double voting. Officials urge alert observers to preserve election integrity while warning that repeaters could be vigilant but enforcement will target violations and deter fraud.
Fragmented report notes Hal Hazlett ill and flying to the Philippines or being treated in San Francisco. The text mentions a sick transport and unclear details about his condition and movements, with references to Topeka physicians and a series of garbled phrases.
A garbled federal court update mentions a recess and various names in a scattered ledger style. It references individuals including Akai and Philips and notes actions at an event tied to a legal setting, with unclear dates and places.
A dated report shows United States imports totaling 2,986,755 duty free, up from March, with silver imports and exports rising. Exports reach 3462 402 with a 285,000 increase, while the year’s first period records a drop in some commodities. Silver imports exceed prior year figures by 3606,63 and exports surpass 1599 levels by 2910.23.
Treasurer D Coburn of India Sticaing Saused! Semen ieee fan oe teak to cash over $1000 for famine relief. Franklin county mobilizes to assemble a corn train for shipment. Citizens statewide report efforts underway as Goatemon Are reach the nad gatare ue spenvaiiten at the state Ware Butter.
Reported intention says Eliza Chrisman altered the will before death. Relatives plan to challenge the document claiming the modification reduced her late fortune. The altered will would primarily endow a Methodist university.
A special to the Republican from Albuquerque reports the territorial Democratic convention chose six delegates to the national convention. William H. Resa and Deiveate Perstasoh were chosen for presidents. Mr. Bryan arrived last night and will speak twice today. Santa Fe hopes will be kept open to allow employees to hear Mr. Bryan.
Profits from the Santa Fe shop fair will be dedicated to the shop fund after expenses. The committee at a meeting today decided any remaining proceeds go to support the shop matter. Wolcott for vice president receives endorsement from the Corporate Shrines Gazette in Colorado Springs.
Two parties pursue new goals this week as reports from Ottawa indicate faster information flow. Vera provides details on progress and where efforts are focused this period.
A Western Passenger association meeting led to major summer excursion discounts. Rock Island Santa Fe Burlington Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific will offer four special runs to Chicago and eastern points and four from Chicago to Denver and Colorado at fares set at $19 from Missouri River points, with tickets valid through October.
Denver April 14 The St Louis and San Francisco road known as Frisco will reach Denver as fast as funds allow. Seligman and Co banks have guaranteed bonds, enabling construction by a separate firm while Frisco operations follow. The project promises a direct mountain route, extensive freight, and growing summer passenger traffic.
Missouri Pacific shares rose today from 55% to ae% amid renewed trading and talk of a potential dividend. Russell Sage, a major holder, commented that directors had not yet discussed a dividend. Sage praised the railroad as a valuable property with great future potential and noted his 20 years of interest in Missouri Pacific.
An advertisement extols Pyramid Pile Cure as the immediate remedy for piles and related rectal disorders. It criticizes salves and treatments for temporary relief, claims a permanent cure with a non surgical, pain free suppository, and offers free mail order information from Mercocin Drug Co in Marshall, Michigan.
A dated clinic notice offers cures for skin diseases, asthma, psoriasis, cancer, ruptures, female troubles, blood disorders, and other ailments. It lists offices at 412 Topeka Avenue with hours 9 am to 5 pm and notes Surgeon in Charge S Edward McCully. The item references an endorsement about Jay Gould and a Missouri Pacific dividend remark.
A circulated rumor in railroad circles claims Santa Pe General Manager Nevin may retire from the Santa Fe Hines line west of Aliquerque. The tale also hints the general manager post could be abolished, a claim viewed as unlikely by observers.
Workers receive pay today as Santa Fe shops report readiness for primaries. Company action promises an agreeable surprise to shopmen while noting pay distribution occurs this week. Diversions include a Sunday event and a forthcoming pay, with attention on the local results.
General manager James Barter announces completion of the track from Williams to the Anita copper mines, a 7 mile stretch, with ten more miles to the canyon rim. Santa Fe officials say the section will be finished by July under the consolidation plan supervised by Santa Fe General Solicitor.
The ae ee car once used by Vice President F. D. Kenna of the Banta Tre hes nistaeye Tl featured at the World's Fair, earning top prize for interior workmanship. It later joined Santa Fe as a private car and is now a special for millionaires. Upholstery and trimmings are luxurious, with a reported cost of $100,000.
Rock Island officials plan a Chicago meeting next week to arrange a new time card. Assistant general superintendent WH Stillwell will attend with other railroad officials to discuss material changes and potential improvements, though few changes are expected.
California to the South through rates are cancelled from April the action affects transcontinental rates east of the Mississippi. Added local amounts will raise the through rate by the same increment, ranging from 3 cents to 1% pounds up to $1 or more. Rock Island Extension work advances on a new line from Sioux to Ole with plans to run the road.
April 14 San Francisco report outlines newly formed leadership at the South Pacific Coast railroad with President Thomas H. Hubbard and Secretary JL Wilcutt among others. Also notes the Santa Fe publication issue and the steam shovel undergoing overhaul for renewed service.
About 150 switch stands and targets in the Santa Fe yards were repainted this season with black bodies white targets and red arrows The crew includes engineer on duty who plans a 30 day leave then a visit to Iowa The shop foreman and assistant foreman are named as part of the roundhouse staff A crew member underwent appendicitis surgery and is recovering On medical leave Fireman I Masters also plans a trip home after thirty days off
Chas A Horn brakeman on the St Live Hines and others have been removed to hospital or unable to attend duties this week. A game of baseball was played on Washburn grounds between a shop pickup team and Washburn nine. Ed King from the Blacksmith shop has been moving house on Chandler Street. Tom Patterson in the Material department reports Jesse Dick is out with a crippled leg. Van Buskirk from the Car department lays off due to illness. Bert Vare returns after six weeks sick leave.
In Sioux City on April 14 Melbourne MacDowell faltered during the thin act of Fedora causing a halt in the performance. The curtain dropped and refunds were given to the audience as MacDowell and Blanche Walsh co starred in Cisopatre. The incident disrupted the show with MacDowell ignoring the prompter and audience notes.
The War Department division of customs and insular affairs released figures showing Havana receipts for the first quarter of 1900 totaling 1 106.41. The February tally reached 1 367.62 and March brought in 1 005.27. The report highlights a strong start to the year with monthly gains and emphasizes ongoing revenue growth for Havana customs.
New York April 4 H G Don & Con Weekly Review of Trade notes blast furnace output rose to 235 452 tons weekly from 230 643 tons in March while unsold stocks grew by 2 280 tons. Consumers may hold heavy stock despite reduced deliveries and purchases. A mixed picture across industries shows mills idling in Pittsburg and Ohio, several furnaces halted, shoe makers shrinking output, and dry goods wholesale activity strong though retail may lag. Exports in March rose 29 005 759 in value, Europe supplying needs as cotton shipments lag and interior demand improves.
The item blends mentions of itching and scalp issues with market figures for wheat, flour, and bushels, noting year over year changes and exports. It cites receipts, losses, and weekly failures across the United States and Canada, plus advertisements for Dr Williams' Expectrit and Kodol Dispare products and a local carriage business in Washington, PA.
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