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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1900
Page
1
War dispatch reports meagre news due to censorship while Roberts' advance begins. Fever at Mafeking weakens defenders as they are urged to hold out until May 20 amid reports of artillery bombardment and supply concerns.
A garbled report notes racial tensions and European court matters amid Germany’s stance. It mentions Australian delegates seeking a Canadian federation and a May 2 reception honoring a Mitre club, with Lord Rosebery as patron.
The Democratic state committee met to choose a plan for unpledged delegates to Kansas City and shape the platform. Leaders discuss pros and cons of supporting Bryan, with Campbell warning against harm to the party and noting New York may still send an uninstructed delegation.
A Times special from New York on April 2 discusses a circulating report that the president plans to send treaties to the Senate with Costa Rica and Nicaragua. The proposed accord would involve a narrow strip of territory linked to the canal project, with unclear legality and potential Senate action forthcoming.
The Topeka Capital editorial condemns Galen Nichols for county attorney nomination, alleging the nomination process protected liquor interests and party bosses in Kansas City. It argues the primary was corrupt and calls Republicans to reject nominees tied to whiskey and brewer influence. Weather notes follow.
A Washington to New York dispatch warns that an American ultimatum to the Ottoman sultan could spark wide unrest among Muslims in the Philippines and alter USTurkish relations. It notes fear of Malay and Moros joining with Turkish interests, potential Luzon war expansion, and the political stakes of denying Turkish claims while maintaining American legal reach under a Turkish empire.
Washington April 20 the senate committee on military affairs agreed to report the bill reorganizing the army. The panel specified changes affecting senior officers and the adjutant general position, reflecting ongoing debate about command structure and leadership requirements.
A. E. Dufour, a noted horse dealer, files an attachment in New York against Tichenor & Co. proceeds from a sale of horses at the American Horse Exchange. The attachment seeks $51.00. Constables served papers on W. Grand, G. K. Ware, and Louis Newsuss. Dufour alleges a two year delayed payment or accounting on a bill of sale tied to Newsuss, while Newsuss denies any debt.
Washington letter reproduces Admiral Dewey’s denial of a quoted remark alleging he called Democrats traitors in war and fools in peace. He states he never said or thought such a thing and praises war Democrats he knew, in a formal reply dated April 19, 1900. The Burlington Hamilton Democrat published the misattribution.
Empress Elect Officers Emporia Kansas April 20 ministers of the church convened a three day session. The assembly addressed church matters and church state relations amid regional religious activity.
An evening event featured Rev Duncan of St. Louis discussing The Work of Reformers. Rev W S Priest of Atchison delivered The Message and the Man as the main address. The meeting closed with elections and officer appointments for next year.
President McKinley and Mrs McKinley visit Carroll Hall and Cedar Lane Cemetery with Mrs Hobart widow of the late Vier president. They tour First Regiment Armory for charity and plan a New York trip with Dr Rixey and Secretary Cortelyou, attending a conference in Carnegie Hall.
Washington April 40 The house committee on interstate and foreign commerce moved to strike out fortification provisions in the Hepburn canal bill and adopt a compromise amendment. Representative Gushave of California proposed it and the chair of the committee signaled action at an appropriate time. The amendment allows the president to acquire territory from Costa Rica and Nicaragua to build a canal with depth and capacity for the largest ships, incorporating locks and defenses as needed. The bill’s consideration is expected May 2, with Hepburn noting the committee’s intent remains clear.
Notice that the Sierra Madre road linking El Paso with Casas Grandes Vale is authorized to handle barge cattle shipments. Between 12 000 and 15 000 head are expected to travel from Casas Grandes country via El Paso to ranges in Texas New Mexico and Colorado in the coming weeks. Cattle originate mainly from Cerritas Corralitos and Ascarety ranches and are largely sold to American ranchers.
Washington April 20 The naval affairs committee moved to proceed with its naval appropriation bill but a roll call was formed after a contest over war plans. The naval committee won 100 to 97 and consideration of the naval appropriation bill was resumed. Philadelphia April 20 Republican Editors to Meet A call from the Republican Editorial Association of New York directs delegates and state editorials to United States convention on Monday June 1.
Deliberations over Judge A W Dennigan as governor candidate prompted a divided Populist convention in El Dorie. A near split on endorsing his nomination highlighted factional tensions as delegates chose nominees for state and congressional seats and a fusion deal shifted backing to Democrats for several posts.
John Harper of Gray county told the city today that Republican unity in the Seventh congressional district has not been stronger or more enthusiastic. He formerly served in the last legislature and expects renomination and re election to his beat this year as crops and western state conditions face significant strain.
The report notes Coulson’s political setback as a county delegate candidate with the election trailing to support renominating the state administration. It implies a potential new maz in the legislature next winter from Har per county and references Coulson’s prior service as representative during the last session.
The Clay Center Commercial club sent a Wichita delegation to urge W. J. Bryan to address the Populist convention in Clay Center next Wednesday. Bryan, en route home from Texas, may be persuaded to halt in Clay Center, and Rita’s possible stop is hoped to sway Kansas delegates for the presidential nomination.
First District congressional aspirant Miller of Seneca plans to launch a new Democratic paper in Seneca to advocate for his candidacy and promote party views, emphasizing the power of the press.
In the camp Aten era, Seneca holds or will hold two Republicans and two Democrats as Miller secures his paper gains. There is notable opposition to Miller's bid for Congress within his own county.
Reconstruction plans for the Tehuantepec railroad across Mexico promise a rapid national and Pacific freight axis. The road, with a shallow grade, aims to handle large traffic cheaply, linking the Gulf and Pacific coasts and potentially rivaling Panama within five years. New terminals at Coatza and Salina Cruz will host heavy freight, with cross-ocean transfer achievable in under 44 hours at a total cost near one silver dollar per person.
Washington April 22. Senate debates featured two Bacon resolutions probing army officers salaries for extra duties and rents of officers quarters equipages and related expenses. Bacon pressed for details on alleged extravagances in Porto Rico and Cuba but both measures were opposed and referred. The conference report on the urgency deficiency bill and a substitute for tax revenue questions were discussed as well.
Constantinople April 20 The attitude of the United States government regarding American losses in Armenia is widely approved in political and center circles. It is hoped the United States will continue its firm demand as the only path to success, with powers urged to follow suit on indemnities and duties. Negotiations on American indemnity are now sent to Washington due to the urgency for the issue. Lloyd C. Griggs, American charge d affaires, sent a strong note to the Porte when the pork embargo was lifted.
The State Journal will publish sixteen pages on Saturday due to high demand for advertising and to include full telegraph and other news plus features not possible with eight pages. The expansion aims to provide readers with more news and advertisements.
An Goodwyn steamship officer says the Gramer and Tacoma How steamers are en route with 2200 more Japanese to land at Tacoma within the next week. Most are under 15 and slight in build. Distress in India worsens as relief efforts proceed in Simi.
New Orleans reports a massive flood disaster with millions in damages, thousands stranded along rivers and rails, bridges swept away, towns inundated, and multiple deaths as the Mississippi region endures record rainfall and rising waters.
A Sapho company is booked for Crawford stage performances in the near future. The date is not yet set, but shows are planned within two weeks. National interest arises as mayors in multiple cities are polled on such productions.
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