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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1900
Page
1
Fragmented article notes Britain’s war efforts and leadership changes, with criticism of army reverses and calls for accountability. It mentions Major General Birnie and resignations, alongside domestic unrest and debates on courage, prudence, and policy.
New York reports the Tivel resort ending operations last night after a lengthy struggle to remain open as a temperance tavern. Police monitored the scene amid warnings and a fear of unruly crowds, while officials noted the stubborn persistence of the patrons and the authorities. Meanwhile Boxing news notes Jeffries begins training for a scheduled title bout with Gus Ruhlin in Cincinnati on February 15, with preparations and a stay at Asbury Park for a couple of weeks.
Topeka State 3guenal presents a busy page of news and features including London cable letters and Topeka society notes. It lists deaths by self harm and personal crises, political items from St Louis and Washington, Kansas town populations, ads, theater news, and cultural pieces such as Rome Vatican treasures and Congress scenes.
Harrisburg Florida December 95 the battle for the United States senatorship will begin in earnest within the next twenty four hours. Colonel Quay and many of his adherents are on the ground and opposition leaders arrive before night. The greatest interest centers on Senate and House organization Tuesday. The stalwart Republicans believe that if they can organize both bodies the election of Colonel Quay will be assured. Few legislators are here and most will not come in before Sunday night. Chairman Reeder of the Republican state committee has arrived and opened headquarters. Reports place Willian T Marshall of something for speaker of the House and Willan B. Snyder of Chester for president pro tem of the senate as wavering candidates. Quay conducts the campaign from his Pine Street residence with Attomey General Elkins and other leaders. Senators Devil Martin and J. Bayard Henry of Philadelphia lead anti Quay Republicans and will be joined by William Firnn of Allegheny tomorrow.
Washington Herald reports the Pere Marquette statue in the capitol display was not the real portrait of Marquette. Wisconsin funded the statue, triggering Catholic and non Catholic objections during installation. A Montreal oil painting purported to be Marquette is claimed authentic and suggests the statue lacks Marquette’s true likeness. Miles and Daly are noted as hunting near Rock Springs, Trent River, on a separate note.
Preparations completed for the Century Inaugural Fete at the Auditorium Monday night under Commercial Club auspices. Doors open at 8 30 initiating a program by DeWitt Hoover Family Orchestra and other acts, with grand march at 9 30 and refreshments on stage, promising a fairy spectacle and novel midnight ceremony as the new century is heralded.
A historical society event announces ticket sales at Stansfelds Wookertons Kellie Moores and Arnolds with advance price two dollars and one dollar for singles. Seats in gallery and balcony restricted. committees listed including Brewer Raymond Tyddane Webb Low McManus Arnold Blood Smith Holman Eamsten Quinton Smith Hughes Sipps Mia Dana and many others with chairs and vice chairs shown.
A Cleveland man, Martin Terpel, 48, killed his wife 18, and son Matthew 16 in a jealous rage late last night. He then shot himself through the heart and died instantly. The incident is reported as a special to the Chronicly from Chicago, dated December 22.
Chicago reports a Texas style revival drive aimed at uniting Baptist churches nationwide. Rev Jobson Myers leads a committee of 14 in Illinois towns and meetings in Springfield Bloomington Galesburg Carthage Rock Island Upper Alton Champaign Aurora Joliet to launch simultaneous revival services across the commonwealth and beyond drawing Iowa and Wisconsin churches into a broader effort. The initiative expands to a national scale with plans for a watch night service New Year’s Eve and an organized revival starting January 18. Other denominations join in, including Methodists Congregationalists Presbyterians and Christian societies, with auxiliary groups like the YMCAs Epworth Leagues and the Red Cross planning related events. The period will feature anticipated religious activity as churches prepare for a new century.
Richard N. Puree, an aged Santa Fe worker, killed himself at his State street home after illness from consumption. A coroner’s inquest was planned as investigators noted two gunshot wounds, one to the brain and one to the heart, both capable of instant death.
Eddie McGee alias Relston, called the dark complexioned man in the Kansas City Cudahy kidnapping case, is wanted by police. A former inmate with a long criminal record, he is linked to multiple abductions and believed to be a close associate of Pat Crowe, with reports tying him to a wife named Lizzie Burns.
Police seized a basement keg and rubber tube connection at 611 North Kansas Avenue after a warrant execution related to alleged beer theft. Officers found a contorted keg and noted the property was linked to a suspect named Link, who was taken into custody last night on North Kansas Avenue. The case hinges on warrant scope and future legal action.
A Pekin dispatch reports the imperial court acknowledging powers demands and proposing beheading of princes and other offenders if accorded. Officials note China seeks clear limits on occupation, duration, and the fate of princes before agreeing to punitive expeditions, while the United States pushes for firm punishment of offenders and a prompt, cautious settlement.
Fragmentary notice reports a notable person dying in New York after a prolonged illness. The text mentions prior residence in New Zealand, a long absence, and exhibitions over several years. Weather forecast hints at colder conditions and varying wind across Kan Tar and Urikicaout regions.
A St Louis gathering outlines the party’s future policy while speaker Jon A. of Kentucky chairs, defending Bryan as not a radical. The delegation discusses campaigns, committee leadership, and strategy to appeal to middle-of-the-road voters amid a lively political climate.
Washington, Dec. 21. Samuel Malon ald, who last week shot and killed a war department staffer, died this morning at Bee emergency hospital from wounds. He allegedly attempted suicide after the act, with doctors saying his life hung by a thread and describing the scene as a remarkable exhibition of wit and fortitude amid despair.
Faint readable fragments describe weather related notes and a distant incident. Names are unclear and several words are garbled making precise details difficult. The readable items suggest a routine local update rather than a major event.
Severe weather hits a Florida city with strong winds and heavy rain. Officials report damage across streets and possible flooding while residents assess losses. Local hospitals and services brace for ongoing storm impacts as clean up begins.
New York dated December reports the resignation of Mr. McIntyre in a contemporary executive change affecting local business circles.
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