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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1900
Page
1
A late July dispatch from New York reports global food shortages amid ongoing Imperial Decrees halting attacks on foreigners. The text details Chinese provocations, allied operations behind Terran lines, and diplomatic notes from ministers in Peking and Washington.
A mixed digest of international items from London and Washington covers Allied moves in Africa reports on Dewet, and British and American cables. It notes Emperor downplays reparation, Li Hung Chang telegrams, and tensions over Pekin and Tien Tein with foreign ministers blocked from open channels.
The Kansas Populist state central committee seeks to remove Towne from the national ticket while urging Adlai Stevenson as Democratic nominee. The Democratic state committee votes to set headquarters in Kansas City to influence Wyandotte county and aid Mason Peters in Congress race. Po pulists debate strategy and criticize moving away from Topeka. Annie L Diggs comments on woman suffrage and party unity amid the push.
A long roster of attendees for a Kansas Populist state committee conference is noted, listing politicians and judges from Topeka, Wichita, Topeka, Chanute, Norton, Garnett, Garden City, and other towns. Chief Justice Frank Doster offered his rooms, but the committee stayed at the hotel.
Milan reports lieutenant Bresei brother of King Hurbert's assassin will resign from the army and seek civil service. A duel with sabres occurred between Captains Tani and Bacclal over Bresei's actions. Bacclal wounded Breach Bacchi in the head during the sixth assault.
Phoenix analysts report several rail projects shaping northern Arizona and adjacent states. Major plans include extending Art-Copper Co. lines 72 miles Clifton to Lordshoro and possible links to Deming El Paso. Also floated is a Sultan Hillside route toward San Diego and a Grand Canyon corridor via a Grand É extending into Utah.
A train carrying United States Consul Stowe derailed and burned near Honings prult southeast of Kroonstad by a Boer patrol. No prisoners were taken.
The thirty fifth manual report to Secretary Gage by Chief Wilkie notes 64 arrests and 218 convictions with 253 prisoners awaiting court action and four fugitives. Missouri led with 78 cases, followed by Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana, and Texas. Most arrestees were US born. foreign-born from Italy, Germany, Ireland, and other regions. Counterfeit money seized totaled 55.06, including 33,000 in notes and 22 in coin. Counterfeit plates and molds were recovered, with Ten new counterfeit notes appearing, five deemed dangerous. Caribbean and Puerto Rico inspections revealed fewer counterfeits.
The Echo de Paris reports Salson, condemned to eight months last year, never served time and is believed to have powerful protection. police knew his address but he did not surrender. Also notes weather hints for Kansas, with Sunday showers and warm southerly winds.
Reports from August 4 describe General Hunter’s advances near Rustenburg and Kroonstad, with 3,006 horses and three guns captured, 343 British soldiers surrendering, and 2,600 Boer prisoners at Hunter’s camp. Lord Lennox and 40 men were captured then released at the American consul’s request as battles with General DeWet and General Hamilton continued.
Brussels replies to Britain noting Belgian law allowed three days to appeal after a young man with Belgian domicile was placed at the government's disposal. Sipide could not be arrested for three days and used the delay to escape. The Belgian government says it bears no responsibility for the incident.
Berlin reports Baron Muench, once Reichstag member, arrested on murder charge after an employee on his Muegringsn estate was killed. John W. Trowbridge, noted journalist and former Anaconda Standard art chief, died of cancer in Englewood. Severe storm cripples Britain. Channel traffic halted and coast damage rises as August bank holiday approaches.
The grand jury returned a true bill against Lloyd J. Smith former Chicago Elevator company manager and member of the board of trade charging fraudulent practices. It alleges he allowed about 200000 bushels of grain to be shipped without proper warehouse receipt cancellations and speculated with company funds for over two years resulting in a 45000 dollar deficit. The case was investigated by a governor appointed commission and a board of trade committee. Smith is a leading Republican figure and Lincoln Park board member and a candidate for drainage trustee.
Washington dispatch reports a severe ambush in the Philippine theater as General MacArthur notes an intensely fought engagement near San Miguel de Mayutna between Lyugon and San Isidro. The force of the 4th Cavalry suffered heavy casualties with several wounded and captured, while many others killed or missing. Prisoners are said to be treated well.
Indications this afternoon show the purchase of the Topeka Advocate from T. W. Harrison will fall through. No money has been paid and price hikes near one dollar scuttle the deal. Bayonet to be moved from Wichita next week as Populist committee plans an organ despite aims to consolidate. ER M Ruggles and HB Stotts proposed a paper. plan referred to subcommittee on printing and literature without action.
The War Department directs mail to China soldiers be addressed with the soldier’s name, company and regiment plus China via San Francisco. Since regular China routes are suspended, the government will use its own service, chiefly via army transports. An agent at Nagasaki will distribute the mails and another at Taku will handle it, both en route to China.
New York reports the Brighton cup over two miles and a quarter at Brighton Beach today. Six of the best horses in training are listed with about 45 probable starters. The field includes Thelbert, Melbourne handboat victor, Prince at Melbourne, Sydney Tacas, Prince McClurg and Herbert. Herbert may be scratched leaving five runners. The race is due to start shortly after 4 o'clock.
The Examiner reports glanders found among cavalry horses at the Presidio in San Francisco. About 1,200 horses housed at Presidio stables belonging to various regiments awaiting shipment to the steamer Astee and Strathgyré for China. The glanders outbreak was detected this morning.
Rome reports the funeral for King Humbert has been definitively set for Thursday in August, with authorities confirming arrangements. The announcement follows earlier delays and outlines ceremonial plans and participants expected at the Rome service.
London dispatch reports Empress Frederick, eldest daughter of Queen Victoria, is afflicted with cancer amid royal concerns. The article notes royal residence at White Lodge, Richmond, and mentions public transit innovations. Humbert of Italy, his London visit, and interest in slums and anarchist haunts. references alert to political tensions and electric railway progress in London with prominent American figures touring Europe.
The account shifts to identify Bresci's supposed accomplice as Shoemaker Niccolint who appears in records and sends a telegram dated July 20 signaling departure. Lord Minto in Victoria, BC, notes a new investigation in a distant region as Lord Reverner travels to the area for a weeklong inquiry.
President Goas travels to Canton Ohio to resume his vacation. Accompanying him are Charis G Daves comptroller of the currency and Secretary Curtlyou.
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