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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1900
Page
3
City Center April 26 reports urgent Populist central committee debate over Breidenthal’s position. Delegates caucused, threatened reorganization, and tensions rose as factions weighed Batista versus unity in the state convention amid a raucous Sioux Falls scene.
A dubious ad touts Dr Heltin's Kidney Tablets as curing early Bright’s Disease and urges sufferers to seek the remedy. The copy claims the formula comes from a practicing physician and that the tablets are sold in drug stores.
Report covers contention over Devin Dut and William Green in county politics, noting national convention timing, eligibility of candidates born outside the United States, and Populist Democrats’ possible absorption. It describes committee appointments for delegate transport and a crowd gathering to meet Bryan at the train and address the public at the park at 4:22.
The Populists gathered for a Bright Talk center event on April 22 heard Jerry Simpson mock the party’s image and state plans. Simpson quipped about whiskers and high water pants and suggested Clay Center as a good place for a trust due to water. He claimed Parsons needs an asylum, and claimed he has faced Parsons and Clay Center during his visit.
Clay Center April 26 delegates to the national Populist convention are listed by county and district. The roster includes J.D. Harty, W. D. Rippey, J.P. Teit, Jo Jackson, Pat Gorman, A. F. Edwards, J. Kennedy, L. Kyapp, W. Hansley, O. Drinkwater, Frank Doster, Pred Robertson, J. W. Blitthorpe, D. ArmsteengeS and others from multiple counties such as Montgomery, Labette, Cherokee, and Butler.
In a disputed vote, Majer Azvey is named chairman of the populist party’s executive committee as factions clash. Ran City backs the anti Breidenthal candidate, signaling a tense bid for control and harmony within the movement.
An OCR fragment shows a roster of people in a committee or meeting with titles and roles. Names include TL UL Semple, Siairiet J W W Breidecthal, G s VP Eider, Pranklin, McWilliam, W Dennison, Gea M oneer, W Hofman, Dickinson, Washburs, Sixib-Scoit Rice, Smith, St Serentideery, Gimpann, Clem Fair. It references an order of business with district and various members.
Two women delegates, Miss Elizabeth Frazier editor of the Erie Sentinel and Mrs J H Pontius of Washington, attended the Populist state convention among men but did not speak or smoke. They were treated with courtesy by male delegates.
The Kansas People's Party representatives reaffirm and endorse the Declaration of Rights from the St. Louis convention. They demand direct legislation initiative, a monetary system with full legal tender government-issued money, and abolition of private banking power while opposing banking trusts. They call for government ownership of public utilities and end to special privileges, direct taxation and graduated income tax, direct election of U.S. Senators, and a critique of Republican imperial policies and colonial governance.
An advertisement claims a "4 Tril" cure for blood poison that can be mailed free to any sufferer at home. It promises a complete body refresh, invites requests for a sealed free trial, and notes railroads into Ft Wayne bring many patients seeking the remedy.
A distorted excerpt describes detestation of war waning and a call for South African and Transvaal forces to join a unified campaign under British authority. It mentions preservation of entrenchment and mentions a convention to combine forces against opposing factions.
A three way contest for the twenty fourth senatorial district seat gathers Marion Morris and Chase counties for a Cottonwood Falls convention on April 2. FB Hattey of Marion doubts his name appearing for a second term while Morris Republicans back Geo Moorehouse and cast eight votes for their county. Chase counterclaims Morris has governor support and aims to shift votes to secure the nomination, contending Battey may be blocked to aid Chase’s path to the senate.
Shawnee county and Topeka charity outlays for the year total around twenty two thousand dollars after accounting for smallpox epidemic costs. Major Drew forwarded a Buffalo Charity inquiry to Poor Commissioner Hale, with county figures showing sums spent on poor families and farm maintenance.
At Point Richmond California on April 26 plans for the Santa Fe machine shops and terminal round house are prepared and work will begin soon. Waterworks and freight slips and wharves are nearing completion. Tracks to be ready for passenger traffic by May 15 though service may start later. Top officials Ripley Mara Trafic Manager Nicholson and Merase dle are in California to decide opening time amid unsettled freight business.
Denver April 23 a deal shifts control of the line with Rio Grande Western and Colorado Southern interests. President Ristine will quit July 1 at the start of the fiscal year after five years at the company to pursue family priorities and public value. No successor named yet.
Industrial Commissioner James A. Davis of the Santa Fe road visited San Diego to inspect local fruit and mine exhibits. He praised well cured tobacco samples as superior to fruits and urged growers to diversify beyond citrus, citing grape fruit potential and silk production as promising, noting California’s climate advantages for curing and marketing.
Track laying commenced on the Rock Island extension from Mountain View. Guthrie Oklahoma reports progress with grading complete for miles. trains expected to reach Greer county by June. Granite, four miles north of the Red River, is the first town planned, where the company has bought a large tract. Enid has deposited a bonus.
Inspector Bayles travels the road to rate and inspect watches as required by Santa Fe Railway rules. Every watch for personnel handling trains must be rated biennially and inspected at least every two weeks. He has traversed all of the line.
The Santa Fe Railroad plans a two month work period to complete a batch of 200 late model refrigerator cars, 9 feet long and carrying about 60,000 pounds. The project includes shop construction in the city and a new spur to storage at Moexer Ice Co. Conductor Geo Hill died after a fall from a moving train while dealing with tramps near Bernard. Morrison, A Clark, and other workers report injuries and a fresh car-building gang forms amid a rush of coach erecting work.
From Emporia Comes word that Fireman Ramp has returned from temporary service in Kansas City. Joe McKinley resumes his role at the east end and Dec Hanlin returns to the battalion. Brakeman William Foraker is reported recovering well after an amputation. Scott Brady, injured last November, remains in Las Vegas for further hospital care following his stay in Topeka.
From Las Vegas reports adjustments in rail crew assignments. Conductor Quinn not promoted to passenger run. C M Drury resumes after layoff. Robert Moore succeeds Chaney Stevenson as passenger commerce d. A F Eames moves to Santa Fe branch and a second engine crew to Workhaven. Superintendent in charge at San Francisco and Richmond. Belleville, Ohio ad contains Bitters claim and health notes.
In nearly every neighborhood a life is saved or spared by Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy or similar preparations. Famed cures and endorsements appear in brief notices and advertisements praising the relief these remedies provide from severe stomach issues and fever.
A reader from Otisville reports severe ovarian trouble with right side swelling and pain. After a doctor advised surgery, she began Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and quickly saw swelling diminish and pain lessen. She credits the medicine with restoring health and strength after six bottles.
The Paris edition of The New York Times will be published daily on the grounds of the Universal Exposition. Printed in a large format, the paper will be distributed to visitors and supporters, with editorial content tailored for the exposition audience.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a note about a Boag cure for disease linked to a mill and a dry goods store. Specific names and places are unclear due to damaged text, but references point to a medical remedy discussion in a local commerce setting.
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