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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1900
Page
4
A rambling 19th century style column comments on elections and public life with sharp quotes about Kansans, imposters, and a carefree free country. It mocks campaign rhetoric, fears of violence, and the era's social tensions while noting municipal gossip and a reflexive distrust of leaders.
Taxpayers discuss U S war costs versus world peers. The article cites 1898 to 1914 figures for France Austria-Hungary Russia Turkey Britain and the United States and notes U S military spending far exceeds others even before army costs and naval expenditures are included.
Oddball anecdotes recount a era where pensions provoke debate, men fear trouble, and a rising demand for practical skills like judging ripe watermelons. The piece notes changing social roles, with wives urged to heed cautious counsel and men blamed for stubbornness amid hard times and shifting domestic duties.
A discussion of women's impact on men, home life, and social perception in a rural community. It notes how wives’ work and moral influence shape husbands' beliefs, politics, and religious views, with examples of sympathy for an Atchison mother of two and the burdens of farm wives. The piece concludes that neighbors’ quiet support helps a woman endure hardship.
A fragment from the Philadelphia Press features humorous lines and whimsical dialogue about finances, social behavior, and domestic scenes. The piece presents playful translations and misheard phrases, with characters debating creditors, loans, and household affairs in a light, ironic tone.
Ex governor John W. Leedy says he is out of politics. He arrived in Wichita from Lawrence and told reporters he is attending strictly to business. He refused to discuss the Breidenitz ticket, stating he is out of politics and does not care to comment on nominations.
A Rawlins county Populist and Democratic committee announced a union plan and set August 30 as the joint convention date amid protests. Some members supported the move, but others opposed it, though their objections did not prevent the agreement.
The Miami county political feud centers on secretary T. Kelly of the Republican state committee accused by Remington supporters of backing Burton for Senator. They allege Kelly violated promises, mailed letters from Topeka while dictating content in the state house, and used influence to aid Burton while serving as secretary. The dispute involves Major J. S. Remington and a contested slate of nominations as the state committee fights to control the senatorial outcome.
A scrambled weather map hints at varied conditions with high bars in Washington and Wisconsin and a fair to funny forecast. Racing at Goodwood today features Marsgn winning the Goodwood Cup, with Strong Bow and Jolly Tar close behind. ads promote Ketal and digestive aids while a Baltimore fire damages chrome works.
The special cabinet meeting in Washington lasted about two and a half hours. President and Secretaries Hay Root and others discussed the Chinese situation since Canton visit two weeks earlier. Focused on safety of the minister at Pekin and immediate moves if feasible, with China’s assurances and Li Hung Chang’s communications. The administration emphasized not being trifled with, sought to rescue the minister, protect American lives and property, and avoid vengeance for the allied actions.
London august 2 the Prince of Wales and royal dukes traveled to Coburg to attend the funeral of the Duke of Saxe Coburg Gotha also named are Admiral Sir Frederick Richards and Captain Sir Archibald Barkley Milne chosen to represent the admiralty at the ceremony Milne’s selection seen as sign of royal sympathy in the Astor controversy and related dispute
Glasgow Kentucky August 2 a structure known as the Dewell building collapsed today injuring several occupants including Price Willis Henry Rosenberg Henry Mayfield Miss McCubins and others from nearby TL F Ganter drugs and F Schwartz.
Four Des Moines ball players halted in Topeka en route to Denver. Ex-Topeka men Al Mauck Buck Thiel Rebaman and Roy Sohman, with Mauck now pitching for Des Moines, recently starred in a game against St Joseph. Mauck later quit umpiring in the Western League to sign with Des Moines.
Washington Aug 2 A telegram from Lieutenant Jarvis at Cape Nome Alaska reports improving conditions there since July 20 with only three new smallpox cases and ongoing isolation of all cases and suspects. No deaths noted in Mansas and incoming Weasele were being carefully inspected.
Bismarck North Dakota August 2 106.2 degree high set as dry prairies burn under sunlit refraction. Reports say fires started by sun on glass and tied fires seen in Emmons County amid extreme heat.
New York August 2 a report states the trickee t has forced cancellation of all contracts amid Mick beam tourist rate changes. Tickets will be sold from Missouri Pacific points to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and Salt Lake Ogden Utah from June 1 to September 1 at reduced rates. NIPPS Agent. Kansas.
Reports from Raleigh Wilmington Charette Charlotte and Greensboro describe a tense election day focused on a constitutional amendment to disfranchise Black voters. Democrats push a large majority while Black voters largely stay away. Early tallies show strong Democratic support in cities and mixed results across counties.
Special commissioner William W ockhill, appointed by President McKinley, arrives in San Francisco with his wife to report on the Boxer movement. He will travel to Japan and Shanghai, then to Pekin to confer with Minister Conger if possible, stating he will not assume war exists and will learn facts on the ground.
Chas Sardou, a Edison Illuminating plant employee from Oakland, was arrested this morning for resisting an officer. Police had previously warned several Oakland cyclists about riding on sidewalks near Santa Fe tracks, and Sardou allegedly fled after being hailed by Officer Hotham before being recaptured. He faces a fine likely exceeding a dollar and a lesson about disrespecting duty.
Rumor claims the transfer of the Advocate from Col. T W Harrison to a syndicate led by Carl Vrooman J H Curran Frank Peltret and Fee Harrison failed. Harrison said the contract was wiped by interested parties with a week to pay. July post office sales at station A show North Topeka business rising with $680 75 in sales and 90 55 gain from last year. Money orders total 337 a rise of 79 orders. Carriers logged 2 jetters and packages as residents learn registration at home may boost business.
The state charter board granted charters to several entities including Hutchinson Park association Hutchinson Capital stock 20000 Morton Parsons Mercantile Osborne 33000 Belleville State Bank Belleville 20000 Athens Lab Sedgwick Seranton Cemetery Scranton Saint Paul M Church Scraw First Church of Bostoria Second Baptist Church of Hora with further notes on local businesses and religious groups in early 20th century registries.
Georgetown Ky Feb. John Golden resumes witnesses stand in Culet Powers Goebel murder trial. Prosecution questions his role in moving Republicans to Frankfort on January 3. He says payments for convictions were confidential but later public. Barrett of Louisville described crowd near statehouse after shooting. McClure of Lexington questioned about remarks by Golden. Mengel produced telegrams and a letter from Adjutant General Collier. Governor Taylor orders for the Kentucky state guards were read. minutes and resolutions from mountain meeting January 2% were shown before adjournment.
In Paris on August 2 the Inter-Parliamentary group on peace arbitration nearly split over the Transvaal war dispute. M Durand argued arbitration appeals by the South African republics were ignored in Europe and condemned the war. Lord Stanhope, an English delegate, said peace supporters had done all they could to avert war but England could not participate in the discussion.
New York Aug 2 Bird and Coker stated Coler would run for governor if the Ramapo raid becomes a campaign issue. Coler is seen as the strongest Democratic hope, aligned with the Hi Fi faction, with Tammany ready to back him to remove him from city politics.
General Wilder and Col Perry Holsington of the Kansas National Guard will lead a three day officers’ school starting September 15 at Lawrence. The 4 officers of the First Regiment and both artillery units will attend as part of the Kansas National Guard program.
President Birger of Loy rasst Company informs Mayor Duaw that a hydraulic engineer will advise a city appointee to determine the waterworks plant value. The city seeks a fair price and a swift settlement, with a special meeting to present the company’s report.
A report from Caracas states United States consul W Irwin Shaw at Barranquilla Cotomia died of cholera. Shaw, a Pennsylvanian, served as U S consul at Barranquilla. The notice notes his death and invokes related diplomatic reflections.
Mayor Drew led an inspection of the Moet Avenue paving from Sixth to Seventh, finding improper grading and brick insertions. Contractors agreed to fix the section between Seth and oa, about one foot, noting erosion and insufficient depth.
Major H R Beddoes with 400 men and two guns located the Ashanti enemy three days east of UPOS. The camp had 3,000 to 4,000 warriors. Weeks of fighting followed with heavy casualties including Major Beddoes and Lieutenants Phillips and Swaty wounded. About thirty others injured. more troops expected before a possible final push in August.
In a League of American Mothers meeting on August 2 in Topeka, Mrs Lida H Hardy was elected president with Ellen Tee Mieead as vice president and others including Deeatur Ti, Lacy Troberte, and Alice Bier as officers. Newly elected president Mrs Hardy, longtime kindergarten advocate and wife of C T Hardy of 1771 Lane Street, addressed the audience after her election.
Frank Sim plans a trip to Ohio and will visit his old home, likely spending several days with colleagues in New York. The city faces a heavy steam roller. a heavier relief could save years by improving paving. Obie delegates urge county authorities to recover expenses from a charity conference. Mosquito absence noted by M. CA camp. Apples sent to city pool by Miss Cartié Stephens. Various local anecdotes follow including employment movements and sidewalk riding arrests.
Col Loomis died today after a lingering illness near Lake Shore Drive. He succeeded Gen. Sheridan as head of the Illinois commandery of the Loyal Legion and was noted for leading the Twenty-sixth Illinois Infantry during the Civil War. He was a charter member of the organization.
A disrupted sporting event left Mick Michiel and Johnny Neilse failing to appear for a middle distance race. The result halted by Jas Lameice Jones of the national cycling association as the series between Michiel and Neilse is unresolved.
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