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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1900
Page
6
A scrambled Washington dispatch discusses Secretary Hay in context with events at Constantinople and ongoing Turkish negotiations. It notes ministerial statements, European responses, and the United States position on the promised assurances amid military expenses and diplomatic pressures.
Fragmented OCR style note references a government stance on tariffs and joint protests. Mentions deter action by a state, European powers, and a figure named Mr Griscots. Overall unclear but suggests resistance to tariff hikes and calls for coordinated action.
A turbulent race emerges as anti fraud Republicans search for a suitable man to run against Galen Niches Whit. Harvey is discussed but reluctant, while Major Harvey may not commit. George W. Chart and Atkinson are named as possible picks, with Populists and Democrats weighing supports. The drive centers on pure primaries rather than prohibition urges.
The discussion centers on preventing fraud in elections and choosing a clean, honest candidate. Supporters favor Judge Clark or Garver as acceptable, stressing accountability over party lines. Possibility arises that Frank Lindsey may run as an independent Republican if unity fails.
The funeral of Dr. S. E. Sheldon Tate will be held from Grace Cathedral Saturday afternoon at two. The Knights Templar will escort to the church and pallbearers will be chosen from their order. The church service will be Episcopal. The body will be taken to Cleveland, Ohio, for burial on the Santa Fe train at 4:40. Floral committees and resolutions were arranged by local doctors. Mrs. C. Eiretan, wife of Rev. William Treas, died this morning at 42 Wincott Street. Ireitan, born on Hudson March 4, 189, moved with parents to Indianapolis the Wabash region, later to Burnettsville, meeting her husband in Getater 1864, and later joined the Christian church.
A New York meeting of American Steel and Wire directors discussed recent losses, with chairman Jaks W. Gates leading the session. The agenda centered on serious reorganization steps after twelve Puss's Mills losses, as executives including Me. Gates and several directors attended while President Lambert was absent.
In Chicago last night a gathering of newspaper men and executives from Federal Steel Company Standard 608 and Morgan & Co discussed the meat product overproduction and the need for price reductions. After four hours the directors announced that the executive committee may cut prices as needed to restart operations, with a reconvening set for May.
The Santa Fe shop matter received careful attention from committees after a joint session. They drafted a memorial for the Santa Fe Railway board in New York and planned civic action pending replies. Knights Templar of Topeka announce a funeral for Past Grand Commander S Sheldon.
Officials plan conference on opening Frisco line to San Francisco. President Ripley and traffic leaders will decide whether passenger trains use the Valley Line by June or July. If opened early, two overland trains may run through winter. a limited service could start soon and be reduced in summer.
In Topeka circuit court Mrs Nettie Randall received 5000 in a suit against Chicago Rock Island Pacific Railroad for injuries and humiliation from ejecting her last summer. The case arose after two conductors questioned her ticket on a Denver to Kansas City trip. A guard dragged her from the train, drawing sympathy from passengers before a discharge followed. Officials then instructed conductors to avoid force when removing a passenger.
Rumor revives that the Santa Fe will relocate its western headquarters from Los Angeles to San Francisco. President Ripley tours the Tine Anti and Richmond area as officials discuss freight and passenger service changes, with no formal ceremonies for the opening. Senior managers Nevin and others deny recent Bradbury claims while in San Francisco consulting on new routes and heater minus office arrangements.
In Chicago on May 3 a meeting between Shaug netsy, Vice President McNicatl and others from Canadian Pacific and partner lines led to an agreement to stop paying commissions to agents. The move ends a long dispute over brokerage fees amid broader rate-war tensions among transcontinental railways. The deal hinges on satisfactory adjustments of differences with U S railroads.
A fragment from a New York report cites banker Henry Belleman regarding Saint Louis and San Francisco rail plans, denied by Mr. Seligman who clarifies it referred to Frisco line work in Indian Territory. Other notes mention rapid progress on related construction and the Denver Albuquerque mail train update.
Tomorrow’s window display features 25 colored silk umbrellas in brown navy plum dark green and dark red with natural handles. Values 2.75 now 2.25 for quick sale.
Live stock released from quarantine after inspection showed cattle from Iowa, previously held for violating quarantine. Six carloads of breeding cattle were shipped from Winona Kansas and taken in charge by inspectors at Kanss Clo. Authorities found the cattle free of diseases despite origin from a restricted area. Campbell and Gowles of the board were in the city on official business.
Ex Senator David B Hill said harmony lacks with two big Hs in the New York Democratic Party. Delegates at large likely include Murphey Richard Croker Hill and Janes Shevlin. Public Buildings bills in Washington authorized favorable reports for fast St Louis building cost 3200 and other increases.
Chicago April 24 The Tribune reports Miss Clara Burton president of the American National Red Cross was asked for an opinion on the rumor that certain individuals accused of joining Boers were involved with the organization.
Advertises 25 dozen four in hands Imperial neckwear silk scarfs at 39c. narrow lawn ties 10c. silk string ties 15c. pulleys belts and buckles. fringed beaded belts. pulley collars. nail and hand brushes 25c to 50c. tooth brushes 2,000 units, choice 6c.
Clara Barton, writing from Workington on April 19, disputes a report that Chicago Red Cross hospital corps members torn badges and took up rifles upon arrival in the Transvaal. She says those responsible for sending them deny such actions and insist the men, who had sworn before a notary not to bear arms, acted honorably.
New York reports the state Democratic convention will convene in the city on June 5 to select 72 delegates for the national gathering in Kansas City. Also noted are discussions on the opera Zaza and a troubling incident from Brooklyn Bridge as a well dressed woman leapt into the river. The Prince of Wales returns to England with a reception of notable enthusiasm in Dover.
In Frankfort on an April day the court declines to reveal whether a grand jury has returned an indictment against Governor W. S. Taylor or if a search warrant exists. Officials also refuse to say what steps, if any, are being taken to secure the Republican governor.
A newspaper ad showcases sale prices on sugar oats butter tomatoes and meats. It touts low costs on eggs flour and various cuts of beef and veal, urging comparison with wholesale scales and claiming superior value over rivals.
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