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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1900
Page
1
Santa Fe decisions drift on recognition of an emergency order amid a strike. President Dolphin faces questions as pass access is cited and contract breach cited as cause. General manager hints later recognition possible, with strike activity showing little change.
In Emporia Kansas on December 12 chairman Newman of the eastern division notes widespread disruption and business decline as operators face escalating challenges. The report highlights ongoing wage issues and production setbacks affecting multiple firms and their plannable outcomes.
Elusive notes describe a strike disrupting freight through Emporia and Kansas City markets. Reports show reduced carloads, only 12 USs for the market on December 9, with 40 trains handled through Emporia on December 6 and broad delays across Trent divisions.
The Dec 12 Galveston report notes that a sizable faction of railway workers and related trades carried out stunts to test conditions, using free transport and meals to travel south and gauge payment increases. Members from machinists, telegraphers, and related groups reportedly joined excursions tied to the labor order and its leadership.
Operator wounded in a Denver Cal scene near Bedulla twenty five miles south of Denver. A deputy in charge of the Santa Fe train at the Comstock outpost ordered the men away. Several shots fired hit an arm as one assailant escaped. Booune, not confirming weapon details, remained silent on motives.
Delegations from various brotherhoods met to discuss sentiment toward the railroad strike issue and expediency. Committees were appointed to present positions, with informal discussions revealing cautious support for action but disagreement on immediate steps.
General Superintendent Rexsecule says the strike is ended and not all operators can be hired. The Santa Fe system resumed regular trains and halted new operator hires. Reports from General Manager Mudge note disturbances in Colorador with operators attacked and witnesses turning state's evidence.
Report from London cites Bee It-Gem Kitchener’s latest message claiming that the Wet has again evaded Knox after a Boer general’s victory at a drift. Boers reportedly moved back, crowed the Caledon river, then turned northwest toward Pemurame Reeoe and the nd jomaier, with April looming and De Wet’s rifles in play.
El Dorado Kan Dec 12 10 oclock last night the Morrison murder trial jurors after eleven hours of deliberation had no verdict. Judge Shinn sent them to a hotel for the night as a sick juror and a hung jury were feared. Jessie Morrison, in a cell adjoining the jury room, listened to voices and notes from the court nearby while receiving sympathy letters and photographs from unknown admirers.
Eldorado Kansas dispatch reports no verdict reached by noon as Judge Shinn orders jurors to resume deliberations. Foreman Hewett states no verdict and jurors, all farmers, complain of strain after three weeks. Miss Morrison remains hopeful amid sympathetic letters while awaiting decision.
A crowd of about 500 anarchists gathered at Everett hall in New York to demand free speech and applaud anti assassination rhetoric. Speaker Alexander Horr praised violence and warned that rulers who curb speech risk assassination, while various speakers attacked government authority and criticized officials including the mayor governor and the president.
London December 12 negotiations by the powers on the joint Ching note closed yesterday with all terms agreed as outlined by Count von Bülow except the introductory clause declaring the demands irrevocable.
London dispatch dated December 12 reports General Knox in a running fight with General Dewet as Boer forces approach Reddersburg with two columns ready to cooperate. A second dispatch notes a Boer raid on the Riverton road station December 11. Three killed, four wounded, and one taken prisoner, later released.
The regular monthly meeting of the Commercial club is called for this evening at the Commercial club. Docket includes census revision, transportation, and tax certificate purchases by county commissioners. Inauguration of better Missouri Pacific passenger service discussed. past efforts to add Topeka Fort Scott and Lomax connections noted. Weather forecast for Kansas partly cloudy tonight with unsettled conditions Thursday.
The capital marks its hundredth anniversary as streets fill with citizens and visitors. Leaders from states and federal branches gather for a day of ceremonies, parades, and a planned model unveiling of a larger executive mansion.
The lengthy divorce proceedings of Mrs Helis unfold with deposition readings. Court scenes show experts evaluating titles and letters obtained by questionable means. Witnesses describe procedures, cross attacks, and statements that may affect the credibility of the Lindermuth case as Judge Martins orders continued hearings.
The Columbus football team, seeking money, arranged games in California and New York over Christmas, aiming to boost revenue. Manager Shoemaker said fans supported a touring schedule, with the team training for potential Pacific coast matchups while awaiting formal approval from the university.
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