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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1900
Page
8
Judge Hazen rules the belligerent members cannot be forced back into the Fraternal Order. The decision ends their bid for reinstatement, keeping disciplinary actions or expulsions in place. The ruling clarifies union authority over internal disciplinary matters and sets a precedent for similar cases.
An offensive circular prompts conflict within the Knights and Ladies of Security as Ed G. Moore and Dr. A. Palmer face suspension and trial by their own council. The case, argued before a national committee, centers on alleged mismanagement and the authority of internal courts versus external legal action, with observers noting the order’s large membership and internal disputes. The proceedings, including Moore’s defense and questions over jurisdiction, reflect broader questions about fairness and governance within the organization.
A Topeka reader cites lasting kidney pain relief after using Doan s Kidney Pills from Rowley & Snow Sixth and Osage. The testimonial lauds reduced back pain and fatigue and urges purchasing from Foster-Album Co and local dealers.
A flood of clipped items reports streetcars in need of repair, arrests for drunkenness, circus visits, a new library project, and a growing daily paper in South Meailisere. The asylum, council, and police figure in daily routine events, from concerts and traffic to inspections and a peninsular town election.
Chicago reports a violent Lake Michigan storm last night as the steamer Darius Cole carrying two thousand passengers was driven off course and reached Gaylord after tale of seaway peril. The A E Taylor, with many aboard, battled waves hours before returning to Hulland Michigan amid high winds and danger.
A party of four from New York area Miss Lillian Lawall Miss Mabel Carter Miss Mint Miler and Fred Schurtz became trapped in a Bloomy mine shaft near Point Comfort Lake Hopatcong New Jersey after exploring an old shaft They were imprisoned for eight hours without light before rescuers found them in total darkness using a bicycle lamp to aid exit and organize a rescue effort by concerned friends
Boston August 12 Reverend Charles Marriam of Highland Congregational church Lowell mass Yale graduate and former Yale News editor has returned to his pulpit after a journey to Maine Colorado and New York. He studied canal workers aboard a mule powered boat in Troy and observed rough lives yet found capacity and yearning for escape among the men.
Indis and Indies hosting Miss lle Bane house party arrive Wednesday. Several gatherings planned including a circus party and trolley outing in honor of visiting guests Miss Nellie Baker and Miss Edith Moore returns from Chicago. Notables Ms. Alice Greybill in Topeka, Miss Lida Bergen, Miss Joan Frost among picnic crowd at Garfield Park. Visits span Fort Worth Texas Mrs. Zartman, St Louis Miss Ellen Foberg, Mr. Horace Mactern, Mr. Earl Case, and many Topeka residents.
A posse led by Deputy Sheriff W K Foster near Graham New Mexico chases two bandits after a daytime store robbery. One robber is killed and the other wounded but escapes.
Democratic strategists report notable Republicans joining Bryan in the 1900 campaign as figures like George S. Boutwell John E. Finerty and Patrick Gelling pledge support. Boutwell ex Gouvernor Routwell ex congressman leads anti imperialist faction while Finerty and Collins of Boston mobilize Irish American groups for Bryan and Stevenson.
Delegates and visitors arrive in Trianapolia for anti imperialist meetings with National Party figures like Robert A. Wideman of New York weighing three paths. A possible coalition with the anti imperialist league. a third ticket. or endorsing Bryan while aiming to defeat McKinley. Widemann argues party machines dominate and warns of policy shifts if McKinley wins. A preliminary meeting is set. Louis Schrish of Colorado Springs is named president and Isaac H. Kin of New York secretary.
Fragmentary timetable notes a Memphis route fast train leaving Kansas City at 6 50 p m reaching Memphis next day morning and Birmingham by 4 20 p m with stops at Metin Pasta Hetsanton Fort Scott Lamar Springheid. Through reclining chair car and palace buffet sleeping car run to Birmingham via rail stations.
ChicagoAugust saw financier Leeds seek instant divorce to wed Nannie May Stewart of Cleveland. Former wife Mrs Leeds demanded $1,000,000 alimony and bonds, but a quick court ruling granted the divorce after a brief hearing. Leeds then whisked away with his younger bride to Europe while spending lavishly on jewels and a yacht.
The Times London editorial argues the United States remains a debtor nation despite four years of debt reduction. It notes Americans hold large capital abroad, shifting British government securities to the U S, and that European high rates attract funds that cannot be employed domestically.
New York reports the burned North German Lloyd steamer Bremen remains in the mud at Weehawken Flats. Longshoremen continue unloading coal while salvagers, led by Captain Tucker, weigh options as to whether the vessel can be saved and the pace of work remains slow.
The Annie M. Trapp Holgian Hure pany at 112 114 West Lev it Mtrnet sold a pair of Ulan hares for 140 dollars. They will be shipped to Indiana. The firm claims to have the finest hare stock in the state and ships via the Santa Fe line from Chicago.
North Topeka items note community happenings from Kimball Printing to local visits and family news. Mentions of clerical duties at Amity lodge 231 and Kirks attendance, plus a fire incident on Gordon and Jackson streets and a WCTU meeting at Kansas Avenue Church with Mrs. Smith of Ottawa attending.
A fragmentary report describes Ruth Reisner running away with a policeman and another child from an anteater yoni wenlne context, being found near the transfer station. The girl expressed willingness to be called by any name, claimed she lived at home, and said she had lost her father. her father appeared shortly after, and she bid farewell with a final goodbye.
Cyrus Leland Jr a longtime Kansas national committeeman traveled to Chicago to promote Republican plans. He met acquaintances and spread Kansas good news while leaders praised his views. Vice Chairman Payne welcomed the momentum and Leland planned multiple visits to campaign headquarters.
Announcement notes tickets available for the 37th annual event with inclusive pricing. Good seating options to Chickso, deadline extended to September 20, with trains running to Chicago earlier than expected.
A Topeka notice invites every lady to afternoon tea at S McCoy's located at 305 Kansas Avenue on Tuesday. Bennett Book Store at 720 Kansas Avenue offers free linen papers per box as part of the event.
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