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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1900
Page
6
LHAS Dudlet Warner proclaims the book as one of the small number of genuine American books. The remark highlights a valuation of authenticity and national literary character within the work.
An airline special report describes Wallert being seized after a chaotic scene in a barn near St Paul Minnesota. Officers captured him as a crowd pursued, with confusion over the events and a mural like melee witnessed by onlookers.
Real estate transfers recorded in the local newspaper mention multiple buyers and properties with nominal sums. Transactions include parcels on Highland Avenue and Cedar Street, involving individuals such as Hawkins, Barnes, Parker, and Leslie, among others, with prices often listed as one dollar or small sums.
$22.50 round trip offered for a biennial trip with Knights of Pythias events from August 5 to August 27. Agent T J Hing, T 28 F., handles particulars.
Colorado flyer notes Temven Tepeka timetable 5 10 p m with Sore pa 16 35 near Denver.
A short ad note promotes Shredded Wheat Biscuit, listing “THING BUT WHOLE 47 GROCERS” as the distributing or sale point. The fragment references grocery delivery or shelf availability in multiple outlets.
The Johnson Miami senatorial squabble unfolds before the state election board with Baker and Burton contesting the Feeth nomination. Arguments center on adjournment and the correct allotment of delegates. Miami and Johnson counties clash over representation while party officials weigh legal questions and the fate of the nomination.
James Lewis chosen as head of the Populist speakers bureau by the state central committee. Lewis, editor of the Kinskey Graphic, previously served as Governor Leedy's private secretary and is noted as popular within the party. The bureau faces some dissatisfaction from certain business interests and party members.
Abilene man J. R. Burton issues a public challenge to Senator Baker after a speech last night. Burton asserts Baker has support from a bloc of fourteen Republican legislative candidates in the Fourth Congressional District and calls for a quick senatorial settlement.
In Hill County the precinct shows instability as nineteen voters shape the race. Baker leads with support from most, while Meinley proposes retirement if Baker yields. The district faces shifting loyalties and a split within the local Democratic circle over candidates and policy.
The Blue Rapids meeting nominated E R Fulton for state senator while Pred Stocks was defeated for renomination by 73 to 65. The convention also selected Joy Davis for clerk of the court G K Thompein for superintendent WT Pullin for probate judge and Berry for county attorney amid party differences.
In a lengthy Atlanta message Gordon denounces the New Orleans camp resolutions opposing the blue and gray reunion in Atlanta and protesting his Chicago invitation. He appeals to conscience, asserts duty to the country, and pledges to continue work for sectional harmony and justice to the South while preserving memory and unity.
Advertises Pullman ordinary sleeping cars for settlers homeseekers and large parties traveling daily from Kansas to California and Oregon. Cars provided with mattresses pillows and other comforts. uniformed porters in charge. Trains timed. contact F A Lewis city ticket or J Fulton depot agent for schedules and full information. Also notes recovery of Thomas Richards after stabbing near August 2 and medical care under Dr E B Donnell Auburn Kansas.
Mrs Protence Maybrick after eleven years in confinement at Alysbury prison grants a private interview with Dr Clark Hell of New York. She denounces Liverpool Post attacks on the late England chief justice and recalls Lord Russell’s kindness while expressing gratitude to American supporters and hopeful for a pardon from Sir Matthew White Ridley.
B Dawes ex attorney general is sued in Clay county for allegedly taking nine thousand of ten thousand paid by a railroad company after a judgment in a death damages suit. Mrs Lica Martin widow of William Martin sues to recover the full fee, with John E Hessin of Manhattan representing her. Dawes is served in Clay county and resides at Leavenworth.
A tornado four miles north of Two Rivers Wisconsin caused extensive damage to farms, buildings, and orchards. A daughter of Mrs Henry Helnicke sustained severe injuries in the storm.
A man frightened by a follower trudges home as darkness falls. He escapes toward a churchyard and mausoleum while the pursuer trails him. The stalker finally reveals he is guiding to Mr. Browns’s house with a parcel, asking why he travels alone at night.
Constantinople August 21 The sultan formed a commission to investigate the massacre of about 200 Armenians in the Sassun district of Asiatic Turkey. In the interim Ali Pasha remains in command under royal orders.
John W Breidenthal opened a new state bank in Belleville with capital of 10008 dollars. J A Futler served as cashier. After the ceremony Breidenthal spoke for two hours and twenty minutes before addressing a crowded courthouse crowd. He then chased a train, hanging on the steps as it left.
Washington Aug 1 The fourth class postmasters changes for Kansas include Puller Crawford County with Christopher Newland appointed vice A W Benton resigned and Rome Sumner County with J D Russ named as successor to A F Hatteid who resigns. details reflect routine postings.
Severe storms across southwest South Dakota wash out dams near Pierre and nearby Buttes. Reported damage includes stock injuries and property losses as floodwaters move through the region over the past week. Local officials warn ongoing danger from washed-out structures and swollen drainage.
Tickets go on sale August 21 from Denver to Colorado Springs and Pueblo with return via Santa Fe. Good return through October, stopovers allowed after reaching Pueblo. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised to aid digestion and soothe stomach issues.
Monsignor Crosturoxa appeals to scholars and antiquities enthusiasts to support further exploration of Rome’s vast catacombs. De Rossi’s digs revealed major cemeteries on the Appia, Nomentane, Salaria and Ardeatine routes, with only about five of forty five cemeteries permanently accessible. The Commission seeks funds as Leo XIII and Pius IX supported prior work, urging international help to advance this costly project.
The London Standard’s Odessa correspondent reports delays and quality problems on the Russo Manchurian railway project. Chinese labor is blamed for low pay and shoddy construction while Russian officials face criticism. Completion now expected by late 1901 or into 1902, with many longer delays anticipated.
An account from The Western Electrician describes using an electric arc and wires to burn and split a large elm near Jacksonville’s state hospital grounds. After staging with a dynamo and escalating to a 120 to 335 ampere direct current, a 11 foot circumference tree finally fell in about two hours and ten minutes, as operators watched bark blacken and the trunk split.
The census office released figures showing St. Paul with a population of 3, an increase of 20,478 since 1880, and Minneapolis at 37,990, up 23.05 percent. The data reflect continued growth in Minnesota’s two major cities.
In Polk county a quarrel over family affairs sparked a four handed duel with Winchesters. Gabe Holland and Cycero Holland were killed instantly while John and Charlie Baker were fatally or seriously wounded. The incident occurred at twenty paces. Separately in Newark New Jersey the National Association of Newsdealers Booksellers and Stationers opened its eighteenth annual convention behind closed doors with no information until adjournment.
Chicago market report shows wheat opening steady with September fluctuations, local selling dominated by locals, foreigners bidding later lifting September. Receipts across Minneapolis and Duluth heavy, export trade strong. Provisions shift as hogs and pork futures move, while overall session ends firm despite dull early action.
Topeka markets report mixed caren Aus figures with hogs at steady to firm prices and cattle steady, while Kansas City live stock market lists cattle receipts around 10M, hogs 70k with bulk sales near 25. Prices for hay creamery butter and eggs noted. produce prices include wheat and corn futures opinions and broader market commentary. The item blends stock quotes, market snapshots, and regional price data with references to Topeka and Kansas City exchanges.
The report notes severe weather affecting crops and yields across districts. Some growers face injury to Kinane and Nebraska crops, with markets overwhelmed by buying orders as the weather remains unpredictable. Forecasters warn only partial recovery possible, while optimism hinges on upcoming conditions and market demand.
Market reports discuss butters sugars and grains with commentary on New York prices. Mentions Butter Market and Sugar Market gossip, grain receivers in New York, and Will Street opens dull with little price movement. Also notes government payments and bonds, Chinese market influence, and foreign trade signals.
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