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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1900

Page

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Young Cudahy Returns Home After Abduction

Omaha reports millionaire Edward Cudahy paid 25000 in gold to abductors for the safe return of his son Wilward Cudahy Sr. The boy was left unharmed after the ransom exchange, with details describing how the money was placed and the boy recovered near the family home. Police are pursuing leads as investigations continue.

Catia Real Genel Vsthy Agiarney Cudahy Omaha Mal Dee Edward Cudahy BA Cudahy

Boy Returned After Abduction at Cudahy Residence

Chicago dispatch reports Omaha Cudahy boy abducted Tuesday night five miles west of South Omaha. He was kept in a vacant country house overnight and returned home about 1:30 am. Police and family gave limited statements awaiting fuller details on ransom and circumstances.

Hese Wateh Cudahy House Mr. Cudahy Leavenworth Street South Omaha Teres Iy Cuéehy Heine Cudahy Dows Jim Wes Bavise Chicago Tribune Pune U Wan South Omaha Wis Oncw W. 5 Glyn Frank Glynn Ederard Cadansra Cadahy Son An Dempsey Joraensen Cuilleapps

Senator Baker to Visit Topeka Tomorrow Amid Haste

Senator Baker plans a Topeka stop tomorrow as part of a broader campaign swing from Washigton. Baker aides in the city express strong confidence, while outsiders note unexplained shifts in support and a late campaign surge.

Topeka Baker Washigetoe Ator Quarior

Stormont Hospital Fire Ravages Main Building

A fire at Stormont Hospital caused about 10000 in damage, destroying the old front wing while the new addition escaped major harm. Eight patients were removed to nearby houses and later to Santos Hospital with three serious cases. Fire reportedly started from a defective flue. rapid bystanders and neighbors aided in evacuations as air filled with smoke and flames. Stormont Hospital, founded in 1889, faced extensive loss of the original structure, with insurance covering part of the cost.

Stormont Hospital A. Wyman J. W. F. Hustes Santos Hospital Stormont F. S. Thomas Orisi Jane C. Stormont G. G. Gage

United States submarine arrives in Port Said

Port Said reports a United States submarine rendezvoused there on December 20 as ships in the region update defences and vessel movements. A Kentucky-origin steamship was sighted in the area amid traffic from the Suez route.

United States Kentucky Esrived Geraet

Wests Bill Seeks Penalty for Underassessed Property Tax

Assistant General J. West drafts a Kansas tax bill to impose penalties for underassessing property at true cash value. The measure would allow the state board of canvassers to fix the levy for state purposes, enabling a higher valuation with a lower levy to boost state revenue and attract investment.

West Kansas State Board of Canvassers

Allen Flare Up Over Margarine Bill At Senate Hearing

Washington. Dec. 21. During the Senate agriculture committee hearing on the Margarine bill Senator Allen of Nebraska denounced lobbyist methods and said he opposed the measure, though he had not announced a position. He condemned the tactic as cowardly and vowed to denounce it. Governor Hoard of Wisconsin and others debated the margarine process and coloring matter. In the House, after adjourning the journal, debate moved to the Indian Appropriation bill with $899,286 in increases for treaty duties and funds for Fort Hall and Chippewas, while Civilized Tribes saw a $174,000 cut.

Washington Dec Senate Committee On Agriculture Allen Nebraska John Alien Sgain Gardner Shermen Ni Yo Minnesota Fort Hall

A Sharp Brush With Filipino Insurgents

A Washington dispatch from Admiral Remey reports a sharp brush with Filipino insurgents at Cavite on Dec 20. Fifteen troopers of the Fourth Cavalry and five crewmen were landed from the gunboat Rasco at Limbaras. In a half hour skirmish about 80 insurgents were surprised, 35 killed, rifles captured, three stores destroyed, and one soldier wounded. Trade reports note sluggish eastern markets delaying contract fulfillment and a packer surplus of 1,700 carloads packed with about 500 more awaiting grading disputes.

Washington Remey Navy Department Cavite Bureau of Navigation Rasco Limbanrs

Washington Rivers and Harbors panel trims bill to $100,000,000

Cut to AB Oca Washington December 20 report that the house rivers and harbors committee reduced the amount in the bill to about 100 million dollars. Text notes continuing contracts and mentions Chicago. Foreweather forecast calls for fair skies and warmer temperatures with southerly winds.

Washington

Invasion of Cape Colony Report Spreads Across Front

Cape Town reports invasion of Cape Colony expanding with Boer forces said to hold Colesburg and areas near the Orange River frontier. A mixed force of about one thousand men was dispatched north as heavy cannonading was heard north of Krugersdorp and Kitchener cables that he is pursuing the Boers across the river.

Cape Town Cape Colony Coles Burg Phillippolis Orange River Colony Hitchener London Kitchener Pretoria Orange River Rhéneater Hoek Rhenoster Hoek Venterstadt Fretnburs Johannesburg Krugersdorp Nieuwe Kerk Britain Cain South Africa Rania New York Tribuna War Office Lord Roberts Clements Grange River Aliwalworth Itheria Clement French Rt. Paul Niles

Lynchings In Sight In Colorado Case

In Pueblos a 17 year old Clyde Gray has been arrested on a charge of assaulting 14 year old Anna Rust near Divide Colorado. Authorities and state officials warn sheriffs to take all necessary precautions to prevent a possible lynching as the case draws public attention and threatens extreme action.

Pusblo Clyde Gray Anna Rust Divide Colo Ae Gray Thomas Ty Purvisante Paso

Official Bulletin on Transportation Laws by Agriculture Department

Dec. 3 report outlines a forthcoming official bulletin titled Transportation. Prepared by Dr. T. Palmer and Olds assistant, it compiles state laws on transportation and sale, with tables, diagrams, and lists of licenses, fees, and restrictions for non residents. It aims to aid shippers and dealers in avoiding inadvertent violations.

Department of Agriculture Ingtog U. Ups Azure Basin Entitina T. & Palmer Olds Diviwion Retina

Comes Home Rich Klondike Hero Visits Brother on Heights

Thomas Hornby, once of Morris County, returns from the Klondike where he spent two years chasing gold. He carries a large nugget watch charm and a larger one in his pocket. Hornby made an estimated $75,000 from his mining, though he cautions winter work is scarce and the country demands grit. He plans a visit here for about a month.

Thomas Hornby Kansan George T. Hornby Quinten Heights Mr. Hornby Klondikera Mumby Morris County Washington Hernby ix Euceras

Presidential Vote Totals Published by The Times

The Times prints a table of presidential elector tallies showing party results across states. McKinley leads with 162,058 in one state, while Bryan receives votes in several minor slates. National Union Reform and other third party lines earn scattered totals, with multiple states reporting minimal support for reform candidates.

New York Times Merning Minnesota McKinney Neocaine the Times McKeDrey National Union Meform Party Seth i. Eliza Olio Rameel Th Risimuon Pemnarteasias Yict

Washington Senate Session Record of Jones Attendance

Washington notes describe Mr Jones reappearing in the senate after detentions linked to a conflict with claims of sedition. Reports from committees discuss the Maine treaty, Hay-Paunce treaty considerations, and possible amendments as votes near in both chambers.

Cuban school chief's inflammatory address shocks New York

A dispatch from Havana reports Frye, Cuba's public schools superintendent, signing a proclamation denouncing the government and intervention. He calls for drive out foreign foes and asserts independence, with threats against Anglo Saxon rule.

New York Havana Brotensor Frye Cuba Diarit del Marina Gen- Sal

Flank Attack Targets Liquor Licenses in Topeka

Topeka reports broad crackdown as authorities threaten prosecutions of three joint ventures and several liquor stores for conspicuous license violations. The probe, led by federal and state officials, aims to revoke licenses and curb illegal beer sales amid rising unrest.

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Failure on Change Ends in Consolidated Exchange Debacle

New York observers report a chaotic incident at the Consolidated Exchange involving Lewis A. May & Co and four other members. The scene included ambiguous remarks and unclear parties present, with several individuals from out of town. No definitive actions or outcomes are clearly documented in readable form.

New York Lewis A. May & Co Exchaner Loewe Thie City Jugens Haaen Mirminghin Ain Xelther MD Nee Pest Juire Meyers

Mob Burns a Church in Gulf Port

A chaotic report from Gulf Port details a mob attack on a church ending in a fatal shooting and a capture attempt. Police and officials describe a violent scene with a marshal killed and the assailant recaptured after a tense pursuit.

Going to Honolulu. Black people leave Nashville for San Francisco

A fragmented bericht from Nashville states about a group of 206 Black individuals planned to depart Nashville in the morning for San Francisco, with unclear further details and garbled phrasing surrounding the event.

Nashville Tenn Han Francie

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