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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1900
Page
6
Cottonwood valley faces national election mood as Grisham of Cotton-Pond Paris is nominated by fusion forces for corerem. The recent district contest shaped GOP votes, with Republican support shifting amid local politicking in Chase county and nearby districts.
Local reports say Grisham and Fusion foes vie for Congress in Morris county with Miller’s nomination seen as pivotal. Ex-governor Leedy backs Grisham while Cotw John Winword Palk notes party vote grounds, predicting about a 450 county margin for Miller.
A cattle company challenges a supreme court ruling on constitutionality of a Wiley bill aimed at stopping cattlemen in the western region from moving between counties to dodge cattle taxes. The Sherman county case involves the commission’s actions and requests for pre-sale advertisements, with debate on the state’s tax regime and its impact on cattle movement.
The Chicago meeting of the Populist national executive committee fails to fix a date for Charles Towne’s withdrawal and vaults into a broader clash over the party’s presidential ticket. Debate centers on Adlal Stevenson as candidate, Governor Heyward, and the authority of the executive committee to act amid absences and discord.
Navy leader Admiral Dewey asserted the Philippines will be kept under U S authority until after the November election and warned China must face ongoing pressure. He denied predicting wartime status with China and emphasized insurrection is sustained to influence soldiers.
Tickets will be sold for Denver Pueblo Colorado Springs and via the Santa Fe with sale dates August 7 and 21. Returns allowed as late as October. Stopovers permitted on the going trip after reaching Pueblo. Additional sale at the same rate on August 19 and 20 with return by September 2.
The article notes ministers urging relief with strong safeguards for foreigners and native Christians, while awaiting details on Yang Teun casualties. Berlin reports on Von Waldersen’s appointment as chief of staff. Chicago announces the third battalion of the 8th United States Infantry sailing from Sherman to China, with transfer plans in San Francisco.
London dispatch reports Hong Kong merchants resist enforcing wartime export bans on arms and ammunition to China and the Philippines. The chamber of commerce and legislative council vow to oppose government measures, citing restricted port freedom, with Francis as their legal advocate.
New York aug, Steven Claxton, Katie Claxton’s husband, is said to arrive on an ocean liner from Liverpool today. He reportedly seeks a divorce from Kate to wed Mrs. Leslie Carter, claiming a bond with a strong interpreter, a claim relayed by Mine the sister. The missive alleges marital ties had become merely technical and urges separation.
An order by Mr Beavers to establish a floating post office in China for American soldiers and legation people designates a San Francisco post office as hub with base at Nagasaki. Grangilie Hunt will lead the effort with H M Robinson directing railway mail service. Hunt to take about $10,000 in stamps for soldiers.
Philadelphia delegates adopt resolutions and elect officers for next year. Hartford, Conn, selected for the annual meeting. Officers elected include Rev. D. F. McGillcuddy president Worcester Massachusetts vice president Lorna 'Mo Lake St. Louis general treasurer Rev. John Curren Scranton general secretary Rev. A. P. Doyle New York. Miss Rose E Cleveland buys land near Warren farm in Rockland Maine as she consults for cottage plans with a contractor.
Texas Democrats at the state convention adopted a platform endorsing direct election of U S senators, U S canal construction, and a law banning free passes. Ex governor Hoge criticized dissenters as cowardly while urging his amendment to the platform.
FULL COMMITTEE Chicago Aug 10. The Populist executive committee plans a national committee meeting in Chicago on August 27 to decide filling the vacancy on the presidential ticket after Charles A Towne withdrew. The minutes show only the full national committee can fill vacancies. The committee endorses harmony with Democrats and Silver Republicans and announces branch headquarters in Chicago with Eugene Smith in charge.
In Atlantic City on August 10 a small aquarium displayed a jarred sea horse that gave birth to over 110 babies. The event drew visitors from hotels and cottages, with scientists arriving to study the unprecedented reproduction and the tiny fry described as living and delicate.
Nathaniel Thayer of Boston was elected vice president of the Kansas City Port Scott and Memphis railway, effective immediately, at its Memphis offices. He will assume active management during President Washburne’s illness. the vice presidency had been abandoned some time.
In the Long Island championship finals W. A. Larned defeated Richard Stevens 6-1 6-3 to win the singles while John A. Allen, former Yale champ, beat Samuel Hardy of California 6-1 in the consolation singles. Aug 10 report notes Allen and Larned as the victors in the tournament.
Marietta Georgia August 10 Sam Robin aged 50 was convicted of criminal assault on Sim George ers and sentenced to hang September 1 He confessed after conviction and is to be executed in the state.
The Colorado Flyer departs Topeka at 8 10 p m and arrives at Colorado Springs at 10 35, then reaches Denver at 12 o clock the next morning in a sequence of city hops.
Articles of incorporation filed in the recorder's office for Labor Union Street Railway company with 5000 capital stock. Officers named: President Thomas B. Edwards, vice president Simeon O. Collins, secretary William D. Benson, treasurer John A Roof. Attorney James Craig from St Joseph, Mo, says money pledged and franchise needed. A mass meeting of union labor groups set for Saturday to launch the project.
In Switzerland county near Vevay, a turtle bearing the inscription C. ES. Lamb, 1860, was found by J D Froman and BR Kelso who released it and traced initials to C E Smith. A second story from nearby recounts a shell marked M A B 1360 found by Miss Mary Conn, later linked to her marriage to George W. Conn. The wandering terrapin has reappeared after years, fueling local fascination with ancient records and romance.
Sarael Faust aged 79 died at his Lynn Creek home this morning of heart failure. Funeral set for tomorrow at 2 pm from the residence. Lottie Herron four months old child of Neal Herron of Oakland died yesterday. remains sent to Crawkie for burial. Infant child of Mr and Mrs A Taylor of 2300 Lincoln Street died this morning. funeral held this afternoon. Rev Wesley Jenkins, long-time Seneca resident, death reported from Topeka today. Clyden Hercules 40 years old false age noted. he was the four month old child of Mr and Mrs J Hercules of 1211 Wayne Street.
Orders received by Captain Loughborough to recruit his company to full strength before departure for the far east. The notice mentions recruiting actions from El Paso Texas dated August 10. Claims of the One Minute Cough Cure are included as a non-sequitur advertisement.
Chicago market notes today show Liverpool wheat weakness briefly easing, with Sep wheat near 6 to 4 1 2, then firming as local buyers absorb supply. Corn advanced early on hot weather and strong demand, then fluctuated with Kansas crop fears. oats remained weak amid heavy receipts and feeding by elevators.
Chicago markets show mixed cattle and hog receipts with steady to lower bids. Wheat and corn futures mixed as traders await government acreage data. corn advances on firmness in demand while hogs soften slightly. Topeka and Kansas City notes cover cattle, hogs, and produce with prices ranging in midpoints and promises of steadier tones in coming days.
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