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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1900
Page
4
Fragmented columns report on Ling Court Fleet arrest rumors, with excerpts accusing politicians of tax and policy stances, including postal service funding and anti beer tax debates. The piece references Boer War chase, presidential messages, and Wisconsin matrimony bill proposals amid political commentary.
A collage of witty maxims and observations on love, church life, and social manners edited from The Chicago News and Philadelphia Record. It touches on love affairs, women's fineries, money in church work, and the clash of urban pieties with daily life. Constants include regard for modesty and the foibles of flirtation amid social roles. Constantinople dispatch notes Captain Chester awaiting departure from Smyrna with thanks to authorities.
The Chicago Record notes Mr McKinley’s strong support for ship subsidies and Sen Hanna’s advocacy. It argues paying bounties to spur American shipping is questionable, noting alternative uses for funds and comparing to Great Britain subsidies. The piece cautions against expanding government aid to commerce.
The text discusses a mobility project proposal with a yearly payment of 30 million to Rupaluiey benefiting a few wealthy insiders. It critiques liberal bounties and argues Republicans should weigh consequences before backing federal education and regulation measures.
Chicago December 12 The Illinois Staats Zeitung German newspaper was sold at auction to Mrs Murr tors amid plans for immediate reorganization and continuation of publication to proceed.
Washington announces a contract award for a Kansas City project with J. W. Hobson of Washington DC named in connection to the letting process. The notice notes the contract was awarded and references the involved parties and location.
The Kansas Temperance Union outlines arguments for and against a liquor license system. Proponents claim annual city revenue of 25 000 to 20 000 from licenses while opponents warn of commerce loss, increased crime, higher costs, and social decline. The bulletin argues licenses shift wealth to brewers and decay home life, urging caution about administration and societal impact.
Topeka lodges of the A O U W and the Degree of Honor unite for a public installation in the Auditorium on Friday evening January 4. Grand officers from nearby cities will attend to install 80 officers amid speeches and music. A 25 member committee handles arrangements for what is described as a state magnitude affair.
Captain W H Armstrong of Manapelis appears at a Monday meeting in St Louis to decide if next year’s Grand Army encampment should leave Denver. Denver’s bid relied on a one cent a mile rail rate not yet secured. The decision hinges on railway concessions and a final vote plan. Also notes Gamble Concert at High School and Christmas Cage church events.
Mr Herbert Stewart Stone and Miss Mary Giigetor McCormick both of Chicago were married at Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church in Baltimore. The Rev Thomas Hall of New York officiated. A breakfast followed at Cloverdal. The couple will reside in New York after a long bridal tour and social circles widely note their prominence.
Circuit judges Tuans Talley Waterman and Dunnie uphold anti trust provisions requiring Indiana corporations to file affidavits with the secretary of state declaring no association with trusts or restraints of trade. The ruling clarifies mandatory filing provisions and imposes penalties for noncompliance, enforcing fines on those failing to file.
Lansing reports the third call of the legislature by Governor Pingree to consider taxing railroad, telephone, and telegraph property at cash value. The governor cites potential revenue rises, cites the Atkinson bill, and notes expert appraisers studying smaller railroads. Representative Cheever of Detroit will introduce the tax bill tomorrow, aiming to tax tangible and physical property alike.
On December 2 New York reports the third day of a six day cycling contest. Elkes McFarland Pierce McEachern Keser Ryser Tyler lead at 7 am with seven laps remaining. The field remains tight as three teams jockey in pursuit toward a dramatic finish slated for Saturday night.
Police records show an uptick in arrests for drunkenness in Topeka. Monthly totals include January and February and March with 46 in April, 24 in May, 27 in June, 24 in August, 42 in September, 70 in October, 45 in November. For the first ten days of this month arrests reach 117, suggesting a monthly average of about five per day.
In Kansas City on December 12 the jury in the Jessie Morrison case returned no verdict for a second time. Foreman presented a communication to Judge Shinn prompting a whispered court and attorney consultation. The judge ordered the jury to continue deliberations with further behind closed doors consultations by the state’s attorneys.
A head on collision on the Mimacuri Pacific Iron Mountain line near Dee Are Missouri killed brakeman James Huntt of Olney and brakeman F Bradley of Desoto. Fire consumed wreckage and a brakeman and fireman were injured as engines and cars burned. track around the site restored trains to service. A separate note reports Wayland Van Nice died suddenly at Pueblo, formerly employed in the Hub.
Washington December 12 General Miles was thrown from his horse at the head of the Centennial parade after his mount reared near the reviewing stand in front of the capitol He was unhurt and resumed his position among the reviewers. The Gamble Concert is set for tonight at the High School featuring Ernest Gamble company with Sybil Sammis Grace Jenkins Edwin Showert and others in a varied program of Goetze Liszt and other composers.
Dr Peter J Kershner of Kansas City is assigned to duty in Kahass ider under the United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Animal Industry with headquarters in Ka He will supervise shipments of livestock in this state and relieves Mr Lee McDonald who returns to the Kanada City branch of the office.
Mrs Sally Oben died this morning at her son in law J Nijes home in Oakisod at age 30. Funeral from 331 Forester Friday at 2 pm, burial in Topeka cemetery. Mary Anne Freeman colored died this morning at home 42 Pal disease. Burial to be arranged later. Wanted competent railroad telegraphers for permanent work by Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railway. Apply to superintendent. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised.
Train Vin Great Fock Island Route leaves Topeka on schedule for Colorado Springs arriving 10 35 and Denver. Travel details indicate timetable alignment with Colorado routes and systems.
Potwin paving is completed and paving crews repair the T A alley and Kansas avenue Fifth street asphalt today. The Goromercial club holds a monthly meeting tonight. Kansas City trip to hear Grand Opera Company mentioned. City election costs total $396.04 with bills tallied by the city clerk.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Populist party columnist Curran as secretary, a reference to Mrs Kreipe aged seven, and a Tecumseh township location south of a certain tract. The text is garbled with informal hints of chairs, a ward, and a forty year span.
Unclear OCR text mentions forging and a Kansas location with references to names such as Charles and Dec ember. Details are fragmented. no coherent action or official entities are discernible. Further legible copy needed for precise headline and summary.
A concert event titled Lecture Course by Stole pany is scheduled at Diancanes sunset on December 1 and 14 at 6 PM. Unity ens and Devemion participate. Tickets or venue details not specified.
A garbled OCR passage mentions fields of wheat, some numbers, and a reference to pirates and attention. Most specifics are unreadable. the readable parts suggest scattered notes or corrupted text about objects, measurements, and a possible maritime or arithmetic context. No clear individuals, organizations, places, or dates emerge.
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