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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1900
Page
4
A garbled historical column blends critiques of McKinley era policy with social commentary. It touches on unrest over war, intolerance in North Carolina voter literacy measures, and reflections on public discourse, while drifting through assorted quotes and social vignettes.
The article argues for expansionism through Senator Peffer’s view of the Philippines. It questions the right to govern, the nature of governance, and whether the United States is a well governed people. It cites the majority principle, consent of the governed, and contrasts historical governance of Indians and territories with the current Philippine policy, drawing parallels to imperial decisions by earlier administrations.
The passage critiques overlong moralizing about imperiation, noting it is a mirage in political satire. It remarks that writers dwell on wartime values and economic views, but ignore cabinet relevance, framing this omission as noteworthy.
A fragmentary column mocks social norms with quirky aphorisms on aging wealth domestic life and manners. It quips that a homely girl has fewer enemies than a pretty one and notes ironies about wealth reputation and domestic roles in a dated voice.
A garbled column reflects on truth and social foibles with quips about theater managers writers and a charade of modern manners. It uses mistaken names and snippets from various figures and includes stray jokes about marriage haste and a buyer’s toehold on a Dakota town.
The State Journal declares it will publish the city’s news without fear or favor after a lengthy fight over the official city paper. It commends council members who refused to yield to threats and promises, vowing continued fair coverage of city government and its administration without partisan prejudice.
In Newport society circles a sermon denounces bride whist and Sunday golf as unworthy amusements. Dr Hamilton of New York criticizes recreation by the wealthy, warning that leisure in exclusive cottages threatens moral standards and community respect.
At Auburn yesterday the wife of Professor J Bonmnainga planned a balloon ascent and parachute test. A Springfield newsboy Murry Gray, tangled in lines, was carried aloft about 2400 feet. Bequineinga cut the tether to prevent a fall, the balloon descended safely, Gray paralyzed with fright but unharmed.
Postmaster General Charles Emery Smith and Secretary of Agriculture Wisan head a lineup at the Good Roads Congress in the city starting September 25. Smith speaks on Rural Mail Delivery while Dodge discusses Good Times and Good Roads. Secretary Wilton offers a broader program. Shawnee County Good Roads Association plans a Commercial Club meeting next Saturday afternoon to organize the event with Andersson of the Commercial Club coordinating exhibit prompts from manufacturers and vehicle parts makers nationwide.
Mrs Mary J Bunker housekeeper at the Throop hotel was injured on the third floor stairway last evening while carrying an armload. She slipped on the final step and dislocated a shoulder. Dr Mulvane reset the joint and she will remain in her room about a week for recovery.
An OCR fragment reports on a dubious health claim page from New York dated August 1. It mentions eczema and skin conditions promising relief, with a focus on ointments and cures offered by unnamed advertisers. The text is garbled but centers on topical remedies and patient testimonials.
J. B. Scott of Beaver, C. T., arrested in Kansas City on charges of embezzling funds tied to stock mortgage schemes. He allegedly mortgaged cattle to Swazey as security, faced a preliminary hearing, and was bound over to the grand jury with bond. Scott claims East lenders finance his operations and asserts innocence amid accusations of shifting old and new notes. He notes extensive cattle interests and possible collateral tied to a large stock portfolio in Wyoming and beyond.
Salina attorney David Ritchie gains a habeas corpus writ from Kansas Supreme Court Chief Justice Doeter to release Effie Kinsel, challenging police court authority. The case questions whether federal constitutional rights apply to imprisonments by city police courts, potentially shifting power across Kansas cities.
Miss Katherine M. West a young educator who had taught across the east committed suicide by hanging herself to an iron bar in an asylum at Cse watomit Kansas using a sheet. She was born in Mason County Illinois in 1865 and had recently arrived with nervous strain after over study. The body was found and her parents were informed as she had come to the home of her parents in the city.
Justice David Brewer of the United States Supreme Court handed down a decision in favor of Kansas City Missouri in the litigation against the Mettan Walter company of Kansas City Missouri. The case concerned the right of Kansas City to furnish water to the interns in the region.
Owners of a eye case filler factory now in Indianas have visited Lawrence to establish a branch factory. They consider water power and sites, and a doubling of the Lawrence paper mill capacity to support the new plant. The project could employ fifty or more workers.
Aug 7 Wyandotte County Kansas City appoints Harry Darby to succeed the late Captain C P Denison as third district county commissioner. Darby a lifelong Republican from Kansas City joins a boiler manufacturing firm with major contracts for large corporations.
Galena August 7 The residence of Assistant to Chief Ed Keelin and all contents were destroyed by fire at 8 10 last night with no one home since noon. Only clothing survived and about 200 dollars in money burned though much was gold salvageable from ashes. Keelin once served as city marshal in Galena.
Dr. Diffendorfer, a Logan passenger, says the July 17 clash near Tien Tsin precipitated the afternoon bombardment of the Taku forts. He recalls Bailey of the Orlando firing on Boxer troops, with no casualties on their side, and argues the skirmish helped trigger the city’s bombardment while predicting China stability within years.
A partial travel notice lists ticket prices at 19 dollars with return validity through September 2008. It mentions a stopover option during a trip to Pueblo and notes tickets will be sold at this rate on August 19 with possible similar terms for the return.
Unclear OCR fragment details a fatal freight train incident in Lafayette with named workers including Charles Craft and Victor Belcher. The text references a switch, a fireman, brakemen, and a Chicago connection, mentioning casualties and the train crew.
.The passage is garbled but centers on a rail accident and listed victims and roles.
Washington reports from Constantinople say Mr Griveam the American chargé is pressing for a fixed Yemuse settlement of American claims due to verbal instructions from Washington. Negotiations are to continue biweekly to prevent lapses, with Griscom maintaining a steady schedule despite occasional word of day delays.
Binoy Joney and 1 Roberts were jailed after a disturbance at Eagle Lawler hall during a generale ruckus. The melee between attendees and those seeking to restore order caused property noise and minor injuries but no serious harm. Both deny involvement beyond making preparations, with trial pending.
The secretary of state for the coronial told the House of Commons he had briefed Parliament on Canada and Australia's stance regarding the South African settlement. He said both countries support the majesty's government on annexing the Orange Free State and linking it to the British Empire under a government backed by military force with eventual self government.
A Missouri family of six, including a young oldest child, camped in Mayor Drew’s fire area seeking charity after traveling from Wichita where they left home for work. City officers cannot assist without funding, and the family hopes to return to Missouri as pawpaws arrive. The mayor reported daily aid requests from people sent from other towns.
Mrs A F Horner of Tyler Street suffers a painful eye injury when a cork from an ammonia bottle flies out and spats the eye. A doctor treats the eye and says no serious damage is expected. Heat kills four and causes prostrations in Chicago with four deaths and a government thermometer at nine degrees.
A Middlenboro Kentucky special says Wushishigien Powers, Caleb Powers' brother, believes the Caleb Powers trial result will decide whether he is pardoned or acquitted. If acquitted or mistried, all those indicted may be affected. Governor Taylor plans to go to Frankfurt.
The Cincinnati Tobacco Warehouse Company was sold today at auction under court order to El Hurting for 250000 dollars. The property covered in Ohio, Tennessee, and Kentucky. A new organization will enter to renew revenue for the Chicago tobacco trade.
Mrs Mary Darie died at Colorado Springs on Sunday morning. Burial arrangements were set after church services led by the Rev Mr. [name unclear] and the former pastor. Families and friends gathered at the home of her father for the bereaved circle before funeral rites.
In a crowded town scene residents voice unease over an impending census rounds. They warn that the scheme could force out inhabitants and overwhelm the community with outsiders seeking to boost numbers. The chorus laments lost prosperity if rural towns shrink to crowded cities.
Haron Fava the Tratian ambassador states two memorial funeral services will be held in Washington on August 1 at St Matthews Catholic Church with Cardinal Gibbons officiating. President Kinley and cabinet members plan to attend. Diplomatic invites extend to all foreign representatives, and uniformed officials are urged to attend.
Captain William J. Watson of the Twentieth Kansas veterana receives a medal in New York, recalling his service and the first wound carried by the unit. The report also notes a political and health brief, with Gov W J Jones leading Missouri Democrats and a yellow fever advisory affecting the capital.
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