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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1900
Page
1
Dispatches from New York report the Sacred City’s fall after a bombardment and Chinese resistance at multiple gates. General Conger warns of rescue efforts while China’s leaders seek peace terms and Allied communications are cut.
Washington reports Minister Storer at Madrid informs the state department the treaty of amity commerce and navigation and general intercourse has been provisionally resigned by the minister of state and himself This marks the last step in the complete fetterations in the relations between Spain and the United States.
In Topeka the Republican state central committee meets in three sessions to map campaign strategy. Chairman Albaugh predicts a complete GOP victory across Kansas, pledging electoral votes for McKinley, a solid state ticket, full Republican representation in Congress, and a Republican legislature.
Investigators have not presented any findings to the committee regarding Kelly. Claims arise that Burton controls a majority, pressing for a harsher stance against Kelly, while Republicans accuse reformers of hypocrisy as Senate Chamber comfort and electric fans highlight a partisan mood.
Prairie du Chien Wisconsin Aug 21 Chan Freyaugle and Harry Cinquanas both ex cavalrymen in a Wild West show and City Marshal Chas Lindner were shot in a riot at the show and are in serious condition. John Merrill Leeman also badly wounded. Advices say others are improving but still in danger. LaCrosse reports militia aid sought but governor must authorize.
A deadly blaze in Peoria claims Captain Harney Manning and injures five others as two linked fires devastate the Propia Lounge and Mattress plant and nearby ice house. Distler and Brodbrek suffer injuries from falling debris while Gibbons Palmer and Leach escape with severe and minor injuries. Insurance losses exceed 27,968 dollars with building, stock, and machinery values reported.
Allie Miller seven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs James Miller of 709 Hast Fifteenth street died last night. Funeral held this afternoon at the Presbyterian church on Fourteenth and Quincy streets. The Republican state committee daily bulletin reports W A Chogal of Humboldt, a lawyer, leaving the Populists for the Republican party.
Special to the State Journal Atchison August 21 authorities differ on the amount of John J. Ingalls legacy and his wealth claims. He reputedly held $20000 life insurance on Oak Ridge valued at $40000 after improvements, plus real estate and business properties in Atchison valued by some around $250000. He was said to own stock in Metropolitan Trust of Washington and New England and Pennsylvania banks, and to control much Barber Asphalt stock. Neighbors called him the wealthiest man in Kansas though others questioned the sums and incomes from lectures and libraries.
Lincoln reporters note Bryan finished a roughly four thousand word speech to be delivered in Topeka on Thursday in response to the Populist nomination. He concentrates on the trust question and republican prosperity arguments, labeling imperialism as the top issue and outlining burdens of militarism.
Denver August 2. Union Pacific land agents estimate forest fires in Colorado and Wyoming have caused and may cause up to 10 million dollars in damage. Loss includes unburned timber and long term land value, with Glenwood Springs and tourist areas already affected and Middle Park ranches fearing loss of homes and properties. A Saratoga dispatch says fires in the Sierra Madre range have been checked by rain.
Governor Stanley issues a Labor Day proclamation urging all workplaces in Kansas to close on Monday September 3, 1900. He notes unprecedented labor prosperity over the past year and calls for proper observance to honor the value of labor for the nation.
Earl Burnham 28, a post office worker, shot and killed Mrs Anna Tyson and wounded her husband at their home at 191 Vine Street. Burnham and the Tyson family shared the residence and had rent disputes but no immediate motive was evident. Tyson was hit in the shoulder while trying to help his wife. Mrs Tyson died from chest and lung injuries after shots fired from inside the house. Burnham was arrested.
In New York on August 21 a large meeting at Mt Olivet Baptist church pledged to seek legal redress for outrages against Black residents. They urged removal of Chief Devery and Captain Cooney, called for sealing all involved officers, and planned to seek help from former Speaker Reed. A committee was formed to pursue rights and redress. The group also aimed to close Black diver and dance halls on Twenty-seventh to Sixty-second streets.
Chicago Aug 21 Reports from the Populist national committee meeting in the city on the 28th indicate growing discord over endorsing Stevenson for vice president. Many leaders, including Butler and Washburn, push for an independent candidate, while Egerton backs Stevenson. debate centers on fielding a Populist candidate of their own and potential impact on votes for Ryan, with the committee empowered to act per Sioux Falls instructions.
Salina announces a full festival this fall featuring an imposing flower parade. A Kimball wrote to T J Apferson, secretary of the commercial sub for advice on the subject. He asks the number of flowers, styles of vehicles, costs per unit, and where they may be bought or rented. Angerson deferred Salina bid to Kate Sprague, who led decorations for the Topeka flower parade.
Rome reports that Presci, the assassin of King Humbert, has requested a postponement of his trial until US witnesses can arrive. The appeal underscores expected testimony from foreign sources and potential delays in proceeding.
John J. Valentine, president of Wells-Fargo Express, a Republican, denounces imperialism in a letter to Colorado Liberty Congress chairman Charles H. Zdrichs. He endorses Bryan and Stevenson over Republican policies, arguing freedom for all and opposing tyrannical “might makes right.”
The Herald reports Pope Leo XIII elevated Father D. J. McNamara to the title of domestic prelate. He serves as pastor of St. Joseph's Church and was named vicar general by Bishop McDonnell, who then began leading the diocese and overseeing episcopal matters.
A notable gain of 53739 is reported as a wonderful development impacting western Kansas counties highlighting regional growth and economic improvement. The brief notes this positive change without detailing sectors or dates.
Mrs. Monnett wife of the attorney general was struck in the breast by a stray bullet from a Probert rifle held by boys sparrow shooting outside her home. The bullet penetrated the lung and she remains in critical condition tonight. The incident occurred as Seventh District leads and Sixth District second with 11 232 new inhabitants. Weather forecast notes generally fair for tonight and Wednesday with variable winds.
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