12 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1899
Page
1
In a decision cited by attorneys, Parsons loses a case as the court holds that the legislative committee lacked authority to intervene. The ruling clarifies limits on committee power and sets a precedent for future governance disputes.
Clay Center December case alleges committee lacked authority to buy a site for a hospital project. The issue centers on an attempted purchase funded by improper sources and questioned by residents. Officials say the decision exceeds legal authority and plans aim for Supreme Court review.
The report describes a British cannon attack near Stormberg. Ann Howes and others under guard fire weapons, surprising readers. Major Brune and officers coordinate defensive actions as the Nosthurmbertheile area remains tense and the line holds amid the disruption.
Dispatch from London dated December reports confused lines from General Forestie Walker. The message describes Boer artillery fire and attacks on positions, with Allied forces countering and reporting casualties and movements toward Queenstown. Northumberland units, Irish Pussners, and various corpses are mentioned amid combat actions and attempted withdrawal.
Chicago notes Peavey’s new venture in the Chronicls, praising Peery of Minnesota and his nationwide reputa tion. The Chicago Cottage Organ Company shows a capital block of 2,010,000 with preferred stock. Metal market remains flat with lead at 105 and copper down to 7.25 cash and 70 forward.
A December message reports Pope Leo XIII granting Catholics worldwide special privileges for the year 1900. The document outlines devout observances, exposure of the Blessed Sacrament, and the priestly privilege of Holy Communion at Mass during the celebrations.
Fragmented OCR reports a January political ceremony with focus on a governor and Taylor figures. It notes weather impacts on attendance and references a November verdict and upcoming elections involving Democratic candidates and local officials.
Washington reports opposition to renewing General Wheeler’s tender for his Alabama House seat. A House representative from Texas notes a report from the Judiciary committee that military and congressional pay could not be settled simultaneously. Wheeler is said to have received $2000 to the credit of the Am buoza flander, with questions about the settlement of his accounts and payments to other listed members.
Ruston reports municipal elections shaping as a test of mayoral personalities. Debates center on a uniform city employee wage law and pensioning disabled firefighters in service. Several cities consider special elections with candidates for mayor, including Boston, while reformers face resistance to advancing their agenda.
Washington action covers repealing tariff on pulp and paper imports, altering rates for stamp and wood pulp, and adjusting ad valorem duties. Proposed measures also set export duties on wood pulp and extend funding for a Philippines cake commission, with several sections detailing duty rates and exemptions.
A battered item reports a storm headed toward western Kansas with Montay snowfall of four hundredths of an inch and three hundredths on the ground. At 7 am the temperature was 24 degrees with cold air lingering from the prior day. Forecasters warn wind and snow tonight in the Calder region.
Massachusetts reports a broad wage advance with $10 million annually and $180,000 weekly excess pay. About 300,000 workers gain as woolen and cotton mills set increases near 10 percent with January 1 operability. Several firms announce similar raises, signaling improved profits and steady employment in a thriving industry.
Wyandotte County commissioners grant WE Winns a 35 year franchise to build operate a double track electric railroad from the Grandview Junction area to Topeka via Central Avenue and Muncie Boulevard. The line must stay south of county roads with a plank crossing, fares set at 2 cents per mile for passengers and 5 cents for freight, and completion within a year once begun.
Debates over who will replace Col Sydney G. Cooke on the board of Military Homes intensify as Cooke’s term nears end and Gen. Frank Un resigns. Names mentioned include ex-Senator John C. Carpenter, J. K. Hudson, Dick Hite, Major William Warner, with possible directors from Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas or Oklahoma. The board’s salary details noted at $12,000 yearly for two salaried members.
Washington reports from Gen Otis describe insurgents driven east into mountains in Luzon and subig bay capital areas. Our casualties in recent days run around ten in the section, while insurgent losses and captures total about one hundred. Marines occupy a BavAl station as columns move west and south facing light resistance.
Editor Mr Martin of the Kan sAmnette faced a union dispute with the Typographon union at Kansas City Kansas, firing union workers and hiring others. Labor organs denounce him while a state historical society directorate protest urged not to award him the secretary position, though Martin remains in charge of the department.
P Jones of Frejonia claims Senator H P Par elli will be nominated for congress in the Thiet district to replace Tiagier. Rigby will not seek a candidacy and will retire in favor of Farraby. Parrelly could have had the nomination last year but stepped aside for ethics with Robbies to exit next year.
The Topeka Hot Foot Society reports a renewed contest for the pillow of most popular war hero. Major A. M. Harvey, late of the Twenty-second Kansas, leads votes before the contest officially opens, a move likely to trouble other society candidates.
The Commercial Club will meet Wednesday evening to discuss an upcoming entertainment to be hosted by the city of Topeka during the next fall. Members are urged to attend and share ideas to ensure a high quality event that will reflect well on the capital.
A heavy northwest snowstorm moved into Michigan and continued through the night, dropping almost a foot of snow. The storm was reported general across the Upper Peninsula, blanketing roads and delaying travel.
Snow drifts up to fifteen feet bury Minnesota Wisconsin routes as storms end. Winds reach fifty miles per hour in Cleveland and Chippewa Falls reports say roads blocked and rail traffic suspended. Lake Michigan and Erie gale conditions threaten vessels. one steamer runs aground near Ballast Island reef with crew aboard awaiting rescue.
Court hears five attorneys deliver long arguments in the Yeeman case as jurors endure relentless rhetoric. Assistant County Attorney Nichols emphasizes key evidence and alleged criminal intent by the defendant toward David T. Jackson. Madden reviews Yeeman’s past and characters, while defense counsel Doran stresses the trial record and the accused’s good neighbors.
The defense questions the gun used in the Yeoman tragedy and implicates Welden, noting the dropped receiver identified as the May 30 purchase. Counsel argues over who held the weapon the day of the incident while Mr Doran delivers a lengthy address and County Attorney Jetmore closes for the state.
New York December 12 Herald tomorrow says Wall Street Journal reports the American Tobacco Company plans large scale entry into cigars. It has absorbed Kerbs Wertheim Schitter factory and is negotiating for more plants at about Gloria? The firm declined to confirm. Edward A Kerbs says the trust intends to pursue the cigar venture substantially.
London reports growing public anxiety as theater of war provides scant updates by mid afternoon. Dispatches suggest preparations for simultaneous attacks along Tugela and Modder rivers while British and Boers exchange signals. Boer reports claim Wandhbank bridge damaged and French advances near Colesberg. Rhodesian relief force reaches Gaberones Fort but Mafeking rations are cut as water remains plentiful.
A Washington dispatch notes apathy among Senator Quays friends over his senate outlook with only Chandler and Penrose actively canvassing. A notional attempt to rally support by urging a strong speech on governorship seating failed, as a key ally refused to back Corbett. Quay is expected to push for votes while opponents hope to sway Democratic defections for a majority. Weather notes follow for Chicago Kansas with colder winds and cloudy skies.
Philadelph ia December 12 a disastrous freight wreck on the Pennsylvania railroad Sawtooth division between Plainboro and Primcetus New Jersey killed engineer Speigier and fireman Se ecker and left brakeman Zap baum severely injured. Three trains were damaged and numerous cars wrecked causing delays to passenger trains as crews fought to clear the wreck.
Dispatch from Chicago reports General Funston, delayed by illness and aided by Burton J. Mitchell, arrived Sunday on the transport Indias. The article mentions his plans to stay in Minna and hints at issues with Katinas trooped action, amid broader political tensions and constitutional questions in Hawaii and with President Dole.
A letter from Secretary of State John Sherman dated December 9 argues the president erred in sending soldiers to the Philippines to suppress the rebellion. It asserts the United States aided by Filipinos to drive the Spaniards out and cautions against imposing control that harms future self rule.
National Hawuball magnates meet in New York to discuss the circuit reduction and potential reassignments. Topics include the fate of the proposed changes, the Brooklyn telegraph syndicate, and possible sales of holdings, with names like Warner of Woehuixton and Whitethaw mentioned in context. A lost brown pocket book with small cash is also reported.
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