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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1900
Page
8
Bargain undergarments offered in a mixed stock sale. Items include women’s tape neck styles and assorted summer underwear with low prices such as 12 percent and 15 to 18 cent estimates, presented as a single basket selection.
The Rev J D Countermine pastor of the First Presbyterian delivers a nonpartisan sermon on Christianity and Good Citizenship praising conscience in voting while denouncing partisan politics and urging reflection on citizenship's aims and methods. He questions the link between Christianity and political revolution and asks how good citizenship should influence home church state and national life.
A fragmented discussion on good citizenship anchors in Christianity as the source of true value. It contrasts noble, divine life with despotic views, condemns political manipulation, and urges leaders to base policy on justice and moral duty rather than party gain. It argues citizens must honor individual dignity and national life freedoms.
The text argues that the rights of conscience are sacred in governance and that citizens must align beliefs with political action. It emphasizes virtuous government, revived old doctrine, and the duty of good citizens to exercise vote and influence for loyalty to country and humanity.
Manila reports that starting September 1 the Taft Commission will become the legislative and executive authority over the Philippines with power to legislate tax funds establish courts and education systems appoint officials and govern until a civil government is recommended. General MacArthur to enforce the commission’s orders amid ongoing unrest and incidents.
In Aug near Denver a team of Pinkerton and sheriffs pursuit three men after they robbed a local scribe and killed William Fay of Anchelma California. The robbers fled on two horses, and a reward of 1500 was posted for their capture alive or dead. W T Cunady of Omaha and Frank tie of Wyoming assisted in the case.
A Porto Rican correspondence notes general price increases island wide due to currency exchange misunderstandings after August 1. Prices for food and rents rose as dollars replaced pesos, with eggs and other staples surging in cost. Many shops switch to American money, fears of riots grow as debts and rents shift.
Duluth Minnesota reports that 100 militiamen left for Clo Get Asinn to capture a crowd terrorizing northern towns. Militants surrounded the circus train at dawn and twelve circus workers were arrested for assault then sent to Cass Lake. Most circ men were from Texas leader Doc Baker was not found. ten returned to Duluth. Also mentions West Point prank incident and death of William Clark of Newark, president of the Wilson Clark Thread Co., in Watch Hill Rhode Island.
Dr. C Tillotson, chairman of the Silver Republican national committee, says Bryan originally preferred Lincoln for notification but will accept Topeka instead. A second ceremony is likely in Minneapolis to honor Towne with a joint Kansas event unlikely. Railroads may offer half fares and special trains to handle large turnout, Shawnee County delegations expected.
Secretary Spaulding discussed Skagway complaints with the local chamber of commerce and business leaders. He suggested taking the issue to the state department with a strong appeal for aid and opposed closing the Skagway sub-port. He promised to help and urged appeals to Ottawa and railroads while pledging U.S. support for American shippers.
Secretary Hay arrived at Sunapee Lake on Aug 6 for a vacation and rest. He contracted a mild fever en route from Washington but is resting comfortably with no serious illness. A few days' rest is expected to restore his vigor amid duties and coverage of the Chinese situation.
Hoboken Aug 6 Thiele fourth officer of the Hamburg-America liner der Duetschland shot himself on the voyage after being ordered to remove his badge and go to his cabin. He died on the ship’s arrival at Hoboken. The tragedy follows his perceived disgrace for failing in duty on the bridge.
Cartoonist Homer Davenport recalls attending a Republican convention with his father. During a session Creelman, a correspondent, jokes about the hat brim antics as father and son react to the uproar. The moment ends with Creelman losing the brim of the straw Fedora worn over a Derby.
A new Chicago to Chicago through Santa Fe route train departs Topeka at 3 00 p m and arrives in Chicago at 7 40 a m linking with outbound connecting trains to northern lake resorts St Lawrence and Atlantic coast. The service includes Standard and Tourist sleepers, chair cars and dining cars. Other trains depart at 420 p m and 440 p m. T L King Agent.
Colorado offers an incomparable climate and grand scenery with nearly all top scenic features, health and pleasure spots, mining and commercial centers accessible through key routes, highlighting the state’s appeal as a summer destination.
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