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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1900
Page
4
In a cluttered Topeka State Journal page, Frank P. MacLennan notes ongoing editorials, campaign chatter, and political maneuvering around Bryan Roosevelt and Dewet. The piece riffs on press agents, court cases, and public notices while signaling local partisan tensions and policy debates.
A fragment recalls a long running government scandal involving armor plate thefts that escaped scrutiny for years. The note hints at hidden flaws in oversight and persistent misdeeds tied to official actions.
Former Congressman Jerry Simpson appears at a convention in Wichita wearing a novel shirt water. He answers questions about his attire while promoting his Populist platform. Simpson claims the style is for warmth and not style, and notes his Chicago purchase.
A garbled Atchison gossip column laments social norms and human behaviors. It quotes a man urging hard work and common sense, critiques talkativeness of women, mentions a line drawn on personal gossip, and recalls old summer customs with watermelons and church debates. The piece threads humor, social commentary, and fragmented memories from the community.
A fragmented column discusses caution in lending items, social tensions, and the hazards of pride. It notes the dining table as a stage for life’s dull scenery and warns that hot words between friends are often followed by distressful outcomes.
Meeting in Birmingham Alabama aims to discuss proposed amendment to the constitution restricting censorship of printed materials in newspapers circulars or papermlets. The rationale and penalties for violations include trial suspension and possible expulsion by two thirds vote.
A letter from Montague R. Levers on of Boston dated Fort Hamilton argues the United States must warn consuls and form a council of war to counter piracy by American agents in the Philippines. It urges publication of atrocity evidence, appeals to Americans, and calls for restraint and legal action against war crimes.
The steamer Centennial arrives from Nome with over passengers, reporting multiple vessels wrecked on the Nome beach during a fierce August 2 storm. Ten people are known dead, crews and some passengers survived in small boats, as many ships dragged from moorings and went ashore along the coast. Several drownings are noted with ships like the Kehooner Tpaver and others affected by the gale.
A fragmented reminiscence feature recounts a political ally’s bribery to sway black voters at a ward primary, a Arkansas hunt trip with two native brothers, a dog shooting prank, and a traveling press agent tale about a countryman on a train. The anecdotes mix race, politics, hunting lore, and humor from national and regional scenes.
Dyspepsia symptoms listed include heart palpitations sourness sleeplessness and nervousness. Hostetler's Stomach Bitters is advertised to strengthen the stomach and prevent these aliments. A private revenue stamp cover accompanies every bottle as a care ostetter's for every stomach.
A New York despatch to the Republic reports Senator Hanna’s heart trouble has weakened his presence at Republican headquarters. He has ceded much work to bureaus, while further health concerns and Huntington’s death fuel talk of his possible retirement. The strain risks triggering a new national chairman and reshaping campaign plans.
An attempted political intervention by Councilman Roundtree to influence a fire department promotion failed. Nathan Chief Wilwarth and the board upheld merit, appointing Lewis Knott, a 11 year veteran, to fill the vacancy from George Moss who resigned to Chicago. The department remains nonpartisan under Wilwarth’s steady leadership.
A Bryan and Breidenthal club of 500 members was organized in Topeka that night. Officers elected include president J M Hart secretary Major A P Shreve and treasurer A S I Edison. Committees named for roles with the Commercial Club and Bryan Day events. A representative in each precinct to notify voters about Bryan's nomination for vice president in Topeka on August 23.
After a three hour session in Louisville the anti Goebel Democrats decided to back Republican John W. Yerkes for governor while also supporting Bryan electors. The meeting split over national tickets with silverites pushing Bryan instructions and others opposing any reference to McKinley or national candidates. Republicans criticize the move as fusing anti Goebel Democrats, while regular Democrats feel disarray as fusion plans surface in several districts. The party faces possible dissolution as antis insist on instructions and the minority sees little difference between Goebel and Bryan.
The Concordia Republican convention remains in deadlock after another day of balloting with over 2 00 ballots taken as sessions continued on Tuesday night. A London London item notes a ship sailing from Calcutta and other brief items conclude the dispatch.
Washington reports a special cabinet meeting discussed Chinese crisis notes from Minister Center and Consul Goodnow. An armistice is considered to protect ministers and locals at gates of the city, with conditions on safe passage and hostilities pausing during delivery. France says Waldersee will command allied forces in China upon arrival, with General Volron assisting.
The Prince Hall grand lodge FL A M elected officers this morning including grand master Watkins TopekA deputy grand master Tilford Davie City Fort ScottW grand warden Jason G Moore Lawrence grand treasurer HH HL Curtis Strong City grand secretary DA Jones Leavenworth grand lecturer Ed Jackson Kansas City grand orator Ft Level Strong City grand marshal J T Brown Topeka grand sword bearer WT McKnight Topeka grand standard bearer M W Holloway Horton senior grand deacon A Nichols Winfield junior grand deacon Lawrence Stephens Atchison senior stand steward M Grant Topeka junior grand steward S T Borgia Argentine grand pursuivant A Ho Walto Leavenworth secretary W C fund J H Childers Topeka secretary foreign cortex prodeses J F Bradley Kansas City DO 8 T R J Wmond Topeka grand tyler
A notice offers a free mailed trial sample of Dr Blosser's Catarrh Cure for catarrh bronchitis asthma and catarrhal deafness. It promotes the remedy as pleasant to use and claims it cures the worst cases and lists a one dollar package for a month’s treatment addressed to Dr J W Bleases & Son 304 Broad St Atlanta.
In Concordia on August 16, Jay F. Clowe of Helielie was nominated in the forenoon after a deadlocked convention. Washington County abandoned the home candidate T. P. Roney and conceded defeat.
A fragmented note signals Republicans nominating Burton figures for representative posts amid a wave. Stawton and Crawtara appear as nominees, with unclear districts and noncommittal guidance affecting voter instruction.
Mrs Hutchinson files for divorce in district court alleging J J Hutchinson from Dorado married in May. She says he failed to provide, forcing her to work for her clothes and support. The writ names custody and separation issues.
Alexander J Stewart died at 504 Tyler Street on Wednesday afternoon due to complications of illness. Funeral services will be held at the residence tomorrow at 9 o'clock, conducted by Canon Bywater, with burial in Topeka Cemetery. Martha Cartridge’s funeral was held at the First Congregational Church this afternoon, burial in Topeka Cemetery.
Local notes mention Mr WO Anderson and other men returning to Trem Cleveland after a two week absence. The Be Brefienthal club reports activity and a painting schedule while three youths are noted for paying fines. Deon remains sick for four weeks, with national agents in touch.
A garbled report recalls Mrs. George rate near Beenerlitn Ons who suffered a persistent cough. A nearby remedy list and a miracle cure are mentioned as possible reliefs, with a final note about a drug store inALT Waagonerd.
Octavius Nares, an agrilander, arrives in Llano amid fanfare. He claims royal appreciation for his wire work, shown by decorations conferred by royal hands, as the patronage of the plain people supports the procession.
A runaway team crashed the governor and Congressman Reeder's carriage between Atwood and Oberlin. The wreck left the vehicle badly damaged but all occupants including Governor Stanley Reeder and F Marshall powerless at the wheel uninjured. They continued to Oberlin and arrived shortly after midnight.
Fragmented OCR notes describe hover around 100, mentions of thermscoutars and Topeka. References to precipitation, wind speeds about one hour, and travel conditions. Weather details are unclear but suggest rain or drizzle in portions of the region.
In Saratoga on August, Hill's choice for temporary chairman of the state convention was defeated. Mayor McGuire of Syracuse lost to Wilcox, as the Democratic state central committee met to decide leadership.
The G A K special for Chicago leaves Rock Island depot Sunday at 4 30 pm via Great Rock Island Route arriving in Chicago early Monday morning. The train will be composed of Pullman Palace and Tourist Liners, Chair Cars and coaches, personally conducted. For fall particulars see A M Fuller Marshall's ban will not give a concert at Garfield park tonight as previously announced. The tandem concert has been arranged to be given under the auspices of Turner society at Turner Garden. It was the intention to give the concert at Garfield park tonight because the Walluce show will be here Friday night. There will be no concert Friday night.
Rock Island Route offers 19.00 round trips Denver to Colorado Springs and Pueblo with sale starting August 31 and returns valid through October 21. An August 14 Cedar Rapids town hall meeting featured district officials and John J. Denison of Clarion introduced as temporary chairman.
The page fragment lists travel ticket details from Denver to Colorado Springs Pueblo with return options via Santa Fe on Aug 21 and Octber by stopovers. It notes the death of Chief Justice Henry Green of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court in Atlantic City and contains garbled market and medical claims amid disjointed text.
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