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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1900
Page
4
The article mixes political debate with calls to support India famine relief, citing Gen. Mier, Mr. Bryan, Dewey and McKinley in a tense U S election climate. It highlights a Chicago Record appeal for famine aid in India, urging prayers and fundraising through churches, schools, and donations to aid starving Indians.
The Springfield Republican cites Western letters criticizing national party control. It argues Western voters grow tired of outsiders dictating policies and demand independence from party bosses and centralized leadership.
A damaged OCR passage contrasts Western and Eastern political attitudes claiming Westerners are independent and self reliant while accusing Easterners of cringing subservience. It critiques beliefs about voter confidence and suggests a harsh view of party loyalty and conformity in different regions.
A fragmented Globe column muses on aging, marriage, conduct, and societal expectations. It touches on male pride, female roles, generosity, and the idea that true happiness lies in unexpected gains. The piece weaves observations from work, courtship, and daily life with aphorisms on conscience and luck.
Police chief assigns officer to track arson in Sendiarton as epidemic of barn fires spreads. Dispatch seeks suspects among prison or band of persons in southwest city. detectives to investigate every blaze and catch culprits to ensure punishment.
At a Republican meeting in the YMCA room, C P Bolmar alleged that Doran, candidate for county attorney, was offered money by Nicholamien to withdraw. Bolmar said the first offer was about 4500 dollars well before the primaries and again with 600 dollars. Doran declined to comment on the matter.
The readable lines describe tension around a special group pushing to force action from Washington authority. Mentions representations and regimentation, an implied monument, and impatience with an enemy wall. The text is fragmented and lacks clear events or persons.
Advert says Hood's Sarsaparilla cured a severe eczema in two years of treatment. It claims two bottles ended torment and skin healing. Testimonials from E W Decker Gardiner Maine and Mrs Enoma Surrs Oswego New York praise sleep, appetite, and strength gains after using the remedy. It urges buyers to ask for Hood's Sarsaparilla and reject substitutes.
Fragmentary OCR style note mentions a burn in favorability, a 1 6 month period, and a treaty referred to as Hay-Patineefute. It notes the preliminary report by Walker continuing, not yet seen, and a possible delay before senate action.
Washington reports state department firmness in pursuing claims for American missionary property losses in Smyrna. Diplomats note repeated promises of prompt attention, yet no payments have been made. A naval showdown is deemed unlikely, with officials fearing European backlash and broader crisis.
Report from Topeka indicates George M. Munger lost his bid for delegate to the Clay Center convention that would nominate a candidate for the national convention. Munger, who had been strongly backed locally, was defeated after negotiations among rivals aimed to consolidate support against him. The county vote shift favored Fitchenthal and shifted momentum away from Munger's nomination.
Chicago reports a long effort confirms the likely probate of Lewis Fischer of Holland valued at 17 million dollars. A large portion of the estate would go to relatives in America as recognition of the family. In Washington the president announced no nomination for secretary of the navy.
The Santa Fe tracks Denver and Colorado Springs and the Rock Island line from Fe Sina Eprines to Limon saw resumed traffic this afternoon after maintenance. New plows and repairs are cited as effective, with railroad officials noting a reconfigured network and a shift in railroading in Colorado. Vardon Still Winning. Wresanton, Mans. April 1h Harry Gon, the Brthen apoh kot chanighin bday Grfedted thie Dowt Dali af two pees Manat. Arthur Pein of Folund Spel and Robert Dtromne of ices by wWrepianhete Pein of Woolanian nit, oft
A meeting of anti-Nicholas Republicans convened at the M C A rooms to protest alleged frauds in the First and Second wards after last Saturday’s primaries. They debated petitioning the county central committee to void certain precincts and planned a mass meeting to decide next steps and potential challenges to Nichols’ nomination.
James P. Rowley filed suit in district court to break his brother Emmett Rowley s will. Emmett left $1,000 estate to Flora Fleming a nonrelative claiming Emmett was not of sound mind at the time of the will. Harrisburg Pa April 18 Secretary Hamilton instructed Dairy and Food Commissioner Wells to prosecute Ambrane Little Thomas Callahan and others for conspiracy against the state over oleo margarine laws and to pursue McCann Co WM Bwindler and Dans Sons of Pittsburgh for violations.
An ophthalmic ad from Optician 730 Kansas Avenue promotes eye care products and services. It emphasizes eye strain relief and sun exposure warning, signaling specialized attention to eye aids and eyewear with a focus on comfort and clear vision. The piece underlines the business history and establishment since 17a.
The supreme court notes Robert June of Dickinson County is $1,000 in arrears after departing for unknown parts. June says he was robbed of $22,000, hindering obligations. He faced Dickinson County charges for obtaining money under false pretenses, was convicted, appealed, posted a $31,000 cash bond, and forfeited it, vanishing from Katieas court jurisdiction as authorities seek his whereabouts.
Holton lawyer Charles Hayden now in Topeka as counsel for Mrs. Paul Swetlick expresses confidence John Collins will not stay in penitentiary long despite pending actions. Hayden hints at a surprise move but will not disclose plans yet. Collins served as foreman at the printing office in the penitentiary for over a year.
The high pressure moved northwest and the low toward the northeast as a warm front develops. The forecast predicts late tonight with warmer readings in the north and west, and Thursday will be partly cloudy. Today’s high reached 55 degrees and the low fell to 44 as west winds around 12 miles per hour continued.
The vacancy created by Miss Nellie Newman’s resignation is filled by Grace Church, daughter of the state superintendent. Church assumes duties today after previously performing unpaid work for the department, pending formal inclusion in the permanent staff.
At a Pittsburg bar mill association meeting last Friday the price of steel bars was reduced from 2 cents per pound to 2 cents, a $5 per ton cut. Eastern manufacturers have sold at 2 1/? cents and secured several contracts. Several manufacturers report no broad steel slump and billet prices around $32.50, with some still at $23 per ton.
Washington April 18 It is learned no instructions were sent from Washington to Mr Storer the US minister at Madrid regarding regrets for the extension to the Duc d Arces the Spanish minister here for the Chicago celebration of the Spanish fleet in Mann harbor Storer acted on his own judgment and responsibility Any representations to the Spanish foreign office are thus inferred to be his alone The action was condemned here though officials say it aligned with etiquette and reflected good judgment similar to Lord Pauncefote noting to Secretary Hay about Macrum mail not authorized
The executive committee of the M M A held a Wichita National Hotel meeting with J E Niseley EH Anderson Robert Stone Topeka EF Cald Well WkK Folks Lawrence SDitzell Leavenworth and State Secretary Andrew Baird present. The state secretary reported progress on three months work and the committee accepted Wichita as the November convention site. Topeka members were named to a travel secretary search, and P O Hanson was hired half time as assistant state secretary to travel colleges while remaining joint with the State University.
Real estate transfers listed include Idan B Cole and wife to C V Williams for 250 dollars covering two acres in Richland Block One Ella N Hawkins and husband to William Murphy for 1 dollar covering lots 61 53 80 GT tres Vane Chase second action A B VonWolf and husband to E C Glenn 200 dollars covering lots 747 49 751 Madison Street Eleota A Sawyer to John Lembke 1 dollar No 1818 North Harrison Street North IL A Stebbins et al to M A Tinkham 1 dollar covering lots 61 6 66 BT Lafayette Street Mulvane Chase second action Tax deed To A W Knowles lot Division Street Western Land and Lot Company addition Wanted three stone in as one at once 2 Western Avenue
Peter Heil & Son advertise blood meal priced at 56. 100 pounds cost 2.75, 200 pounds available. Oyster shell priced per hundred, grit sold by the hundred and by the bag. Grit varieties include shelled grit at 1.00 per bag and chick grit at 1.00 per 50 pounds. Location: 210 West Sixth Ave.
In the Senate a Hoar resolution directs the Secretary of War to report how many inmates of national soldiers homes are colored or Indian. Moor seeks full data on minority representation and related institutions. Foster moves a concurrent measure. discussion covers war revenue act implications and a Wyoming land grant bill.
In the Millice Hogan case heard in district court, Hogan sued for $2.15 for repairs to a building he occupied. A jury awarded Hogan the difference between his claim and Winn’s, but a second jury set $5219 in his favor. The case was appealed and the district court reversed two juries, awarding Hogan $22 and taxing costs. Also, notice of La Fiesta opera at Crawford’s tonight with Navajo chorus and Mills Dry Goods promotions. J Thomas Planing Mill advertises cabinet work.
William Sheldon sues for divorce from Martha Sheldon in district court. Various local items report warrants, arrests for burglary and larceny, bond amounts, and jail detentions. Major T J Anderson receives an anonymous famine fund donation. Mind reader Anna Eva Fay slated to visit Topeka May 14. Henry Lodge operated on for Rip joint disease at Stormont hospital.
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