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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1900
Page
2
Franklin Ky February reports detail the death of William Goebel after an assassination attempt and a protracted struggle for life. Physicians offered little hope as Goebel lay near death through Saturday, with crowds gathering in the hotel and hotel staff recounting the tragic events.
The life of Willam Gebel details a self made lawyer whose early schooling in Covington led to a law partnership with Governor John G. Stevens and later federal service. He built a reputation in railroad and corporate cases and fought tolls on the Ohio River drawing strong editorial backlash from Colonel Ranford.
The biography details Goebel’s stubborn Senate race tactics, from resisting pressure to withdraw to using a private tally system and a "human child" relay to communicate orders. It contrasts his calm, strategic stage presence with the overwhelming power of opponents and peers who doubted his chances yet saw his insistence and methodical planning sustain his bid.
In a promotional note the advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a highly concentrated tonic and purifier born of necessity. It claims unequaled curative power, cites a history of cures, and asserts the product gives users rosy cheeks and strong health.
Report notes Goebel’s humble lineage and Pennsylvanian birth as he delivered a masterful Kentucky address. The speech openly attacked rival P. Wat Hanto with a bluntness that would have impressed even a United States senator. Newspapers across the state reacted, with even opponents praising portions of the address.
J C W Beckham is sworn in as Kentucky governor about an hour after Goebel’s death. The ceremony, held in a small room near the former death scene, was witnessed by Democratic attorneys and press representatives. Beckham pledges to uphold law, disband violent elements, and restore order while citing the sacrifice of Goebel and the need for stability.
Governor Taylor refuses to obey the writ of habeas corpus as Sheriff Sutter mobilizes a posse to seize a prisoner from Franklin County. The conflict pits civil and military authorities, threatening a confrontation as Judge Moore seeks to enforce the court mandate.
A tense scene unfolded as a writ of habeas corpus sought release from a governor’s guard. Sheriff Sullivan, Captain Walcott, and a large crowd gathered outside a capitol building. firing occurred briefly after a sentry advanced. Officials conferred, then the sheriff and jurist moved to Capitol hotel to report difficulties in serving the writ.
New York officials indict several Lackawanna and Western Railway workers over the Buffalo express wreck near Paterson New Jersey. Seven killed and thirty five injured. Indictments name conductor Gould Caswell and brakeman William Lasdecker, engineer John Toran, conductor Willem Harritt, Superintendant Traymnnd Duty, treasurer E D Caldwell, and others for negligence and failure to flag danger signals. Additional rumors place T W Lee as a possible indictment.
Amid a murky report on the Wilion T Evans collection a group of paintings sold for variably stated sums while Washington and Ottawa notes recount forgery charges. A nephew is charged with forging signatures to withdraw funds at a People's Bank totaling $255 and police seek him while a state ledger shows other irregularities.
An editorial style piece argues meat eaters are the world’s dominant nations and claims meats fuel progress. It extols Boer regional foods, contrasts with so called weak races, and promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a digestive aid to cure indigestion and stomach trouble. It concludes with a mail offer and price note.
Baltimore activists clash with American Association over Union park occupancy. Sentries patrol the grounds with armed guards, naming Union park landmarks Ladysmith and Sipion Kop. Officials seek court injunction against interference while the dispute stretches into a five day response window.
Gus Rubins New York Journal forecast has Jim Corbett beating Jeffries in the upcoming fight. He argues Corbett is 10 percent sharper, cleverer, and more patient, while Jeffries relies on power. Rubins cites Corbett’s ring craft and past showings, warning Jeffries to wake up or lose the title.
Sailor Tom Sharkey trains hard in Philadelphia ahead of a six round bout with Joe Goddard on February 12. He runs nine miles, wrestles, boxes, and drills footwork with How Armstrong and Jack Fogarty observing. Sharkey stresses equal odds and warns training is serious business in this sport.
In Chicago and Baltimore bouts Terry McGovern discusses his aggressive tactics and quick knockouts. He explains stepping up on the toes for power and using the short punch to finish opponents, noting his hands feel perfect and he avoids serious injury to his rivals.
New York Feb 5 The Brooklyn Rascal club announced that nine members of last year’s team signed contracts for next season and more may follow. Club star pitcher Kennedy and other regulars are among those who have sent in their agreements.
New York will host the National Cycling Association annual meeting at the Astor House starting 10:39 Tuesday morning. The event draws bicycle clubs and promoters preparing for the coming season with new cycling animations and motorized competition ideas.
Bald May, the cyclist known as Bald, considers a major offer to operate a motorized cycle and compete in several road races slated for May. If accepted, he would depart for Europe to participate in events traveling at about seventy five miles per hour, with trials approaching in France.
In Lexington the market sold twenty yearlings, with details on buyers and consignors. Thirteen horses came from Haney stable including several named foals, while others were attributed to Avdeain Hulme Onondaga and local outfits. The event highlightedBreeding lines and pricing amid a busy auction atmosphere.
In Chicago on February 5 Terry McGovern earned about $4100 and Santry received a similar share from their match at Tattersalls. Total purses exceeded $16,000 with 19,000 in attendance. In Newkirk Oklahoma, the governor approves upgrading the town to a city, with a proclamation and election set for April.
The United States Rubber Company sues George H Hood of Horton in New York Supreme Court for 400,000 alleging breach of contract connected to a consolidation involving Heston, Bubbet, and Tilted States Hut companies. The suit claims Hood misused funds and harmed the other parties in the venture.
Big Ohio brick plants move to unite under a combine confirmed by Dudley H Hutchins of Portsmouth Ohio. The merger aims to control the furnaces in southern Ohio and the lead in paving brick production. A combine of paving brick plants is also being organized.
A woman named Mise Blanche Stradtoeries, while returning home from church, was frightened by a man who jumped in front of her and yelled Boo. She fainted, suffered hysterics, and now faces nervous prematuration and a serious condition alarming her family.
A letter describes a remedy said to cure drunkenness and restore health, noting silent testimony from many who claim rehabilitation. It promises clear steps and personal guidance, urging readers to seek the treatment and regain steadiness, wealth, and dignity.
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