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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1900
Page
4
A Topeka State Journal recap of global tensions centers on European conflict and U S trade policy. The piece notes French and Boer attitudes toward open exposition, shifts in presidential debate, and critiques the tariff system affecting industry. It highlights See, Hanna, Missisippi and Louisiana politics, the Port bill, and agricultural and industrial figures such as wheat corn and Carnegie steel.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses road reform and the political push toward modern paving. It mentions refarms, manufacture, and the aim to convert dirt paths into asphalt and brick roads, with politicians and the public eye on road improvement projects and use of public funds.
The Wegest commercial program in Topeka urges citizens and business leaders to fund Santa Fe shop expansions. The plan promises hundreds of new jobs, locomotive work relocation, and added tax base. If funds reach the highest estimate, 300 jobs bring substantial yearly wages and urban growth, with land acquisition key to proceed.
A profile of society women noting varied roles from charitable and philanthropic activity to social obligations. It observes shifts in American norms over the past century with women increasingly informed on politics and science, yet still part of social gatherings and receptions.
Fragmentary report outlines the total electors, noting 724 votes in a prior year and detailing how states like Nebraska and New York held electoral weight. It analyzes the path for Mr Bryan needing 43 votes from Republicans to secure victory and mentions South Carolina and other states in the vote map.
Edward Stevens of the Topeka Industrial Institute condemns mismanagement and partiality in the institution's governance. He argues the organization fails to uplift the colored community and contrasts its work with sympathetic colleges elsewhere, urging reform and accountability within the institution.
The article describes factional division over supporting a public educational institution for African Americans. It condemns private interests guiding the school and urges philanthropic, nonsectarian operation funded by legislature. It notes progress toward better outcomes for colored youths and calls for unity to expand opportunities.
The document argues that trusts and combinations dominate industry and declares the rural postal delivery a step toward centralization. It notes Shawnee county routes wiping out several offices, consolidating business at Tecumbeh and Topeka, with Post Office savings passed to the public while reducing rural postmasters’ pay.
The Topeka water question drags on as the city seeks municipal ownership. Blunders by lawyers and delays have stalled progress for seven years. Voters favor city control, having approved funds to build a plant, but legal hurdles persist with the water company's franchise expiring next year. Active steps are urged to avert delays.
A New Jersey corporation contemplates taking charge of the plant and system. The plan aims to stabilize production and pricing by building a new facility or adopting an alternative approach to the project.
London reports confidence that English forces would reach Pretoria for Christmas. The war drags on with Kruger’s farmers showing stubborn resistance, Cronje and Joubert fallen, Roberts facing a long winter campaign, and supply lines strained as British horses die from climate.
The House adopted by 240 to 15 a joint resolution directing a constitutional amendment to require popular vote for U S senators. Debate noted abuses by politicians and calls for reform, citing Quay and Clack as cases. Some lawmakers warned action could trigger broad state support, with another critic Calderhead voting against.
A mosaic of editorial musings and social musings from the Atchison Globe. The piece lampoons manners and tastes, comparing domestic life, courtship, and work ethic with quirky aphorisms about olives, tailors, milliners, and preachers. It comments on men, women, money borrowing, and table manners with a satirical tone.
A compilation of witticisms and quips from various papers including the Chicago News and Philadelphia Record. Snappy lines cover marriage, happiness, finances, and social mores with playful exchanges among characters like Cynicus and O Longue. Several gibes target common habits and modern life.
O M Wilne, a Kansas youth, is named official slipper and starter for greyhound coursing races at Mankato. A former mill wagon driver known as Mit Wilhite, he survived multiple Santa Fe train incidents to build a varied career including restaurant partnership, team driving, horses, and civic banking in Emporia. He supported public enterprises and earned recognition from Kansas Tennis and Topeka courts.
A Vintage Books column reviews Quentin Durward and Letters of Robert Louis Stevenson, praising chivalric ideals and polished prose. It covers The Rational Grammar of the English Language and How to Prepare for a Civil Service Examination, noting practical instruction and notable authors. Old Norse Stories is highlighted for its appeal to youth and its link to language history.
A Washington Times dispatch reports a Senate inquiry into department staff ages and incapacities. Data show 331 workers aged 69 84, 100 aged 60 69, 54 aged 50 59, 24 aged 75 79, and 10 over 80, with several in the Treasury and Interior departments physically or mentally unfit for manual labor though suited to clerical work.
Charles M. Sheldon answers critics of his daily application approach stating Jesus should guide everyday life not just worship. He argues the real sacrilege is keeping Jesus out of daily conduct and urges all professions to involve Him in money, work, and politics. He cites Christian Endeavor as leading a shift toward daily reverence for Jesus.
Empire Company booked to perform twice next Friday and Saturday at Crawford theater with popular prices. Follow up acts include Flint the hypnotist and the Crawford theater rated attractions. A matinee and evening show are planned with additional acts announced for the coming weeks. A medical remedy advertisement appears amid the text.
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