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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1900
Page
4
The Topeka State Journal reports on British and American views amid events in South Africa. It notes expectations of national convention pacing with tariff debates, trust scrutiny, and political maneuvering around the Lincoln and Donnelly factions, plus commentary on Andrew Carnegie, Henry Frick, and early 20th century U.S. industry and finance. It cites press reactions from Chicago, New York, and Kansas regarding elections and policy.
Fragmented text from Atchison GlobeT Mire sever contains garbled phrases about power and wages. It references tension over rates and social talk among friends, with no clear event or identifiable individuals. The passage is unreadable and not coherent as reported.
In Topeka, a Kansas scene unfolds as critics debate Reverend Sheldon and his Unitarian stance. The author argues the critic is biased, cites a beer purchase by Sheldon, and contends newspapers shape church perception while warning against sensationalism and partisan reform aims.
In Armourdale Kansas robbery at the East Bon saloon on Osage avenue a cash cabinet containing 1200 dollars in silver gold and bills was stolen during the noon hour as workers from nearby Hehwareschild Sulzberger Packing company dined. Proprietor Thomas Campbell had placed the money in a cupboard near the front of the saloon and left it under guard but returned to find the stash missing with no one seen entering or leaving the area. Police report no clues or witnesses despite the crowded scene.
Emma Joy filed for divorce from Ross Joy in district court after secretly marrying January 4 while attending Friends University. Joy fled to the farm home, prompting a confrontation with her parents Mrs Mitchell and Mr Joy, who reportedly threatened to scald her with hot water if she returned.
Abilene Kansas Feb 14 A Marion County farmer Robert June faced a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses after his claim of being robbed of 791,908 was doubted. He owed the Abilene National Bank about 2000, secured by 49 heifers and cattle. the jury deliberated fourteen hours and found him guilty.
Newberry Library of Chicago is named heir to Theodore Thomas’s collection of scores manuscripts and complete concert programs. The bequest covers items from his forty five year career and marks a major resource for future historians of American music.
In North Topeka many items reflect a bustling community. The funeral of an 18 month old child of Mr. and Mrs. E Baird was held today from the family home on North Jackson Street and burial followed at Trp eelee cemetery. A Ladies Aid meeting of the Second Presbyterian church is planned Friday at Mrs. Cannon’s home on Harrison Street.
Residents, gathered from Quincey crest to the cemetery, push paving Eighth Avenue east as a key step to make it a prime residence street and spur a permanent arch bridge over Ure Shubgananga. The plan shifts from a six to forty foot width, aiming to join Topeka’s best living areas.
New York court denies Henry Anderson’s bid for a court order shielding the $5,000,000 trust fund created by the late William H. Vanderbilt from the inheritance tax. The surrogate notes the tax applies to the fund and that grandchildren’ rights hinge on probate timing and discretionary distributions under Cornelius Vanderbilt’s will.
A prominent catcher known to local fans wed yesterday in Taurried Seema. The ceremony drew several teammates and sports figures, highlighting the baseball community’s ties to the region.
New York reports a $10,006,000 four percent Russian railway loan to be placed in the United States with Russian government guarantees. A New York life insurance syndicate, active in Russia, underwrites the issue, aiming to sell bonds at a premium to American foresters and other investors. If successful, Russia may seek additional borrowing and broader trade relations, despite European market tensions.
Charles E. Marrum former United States senior official to Pretoria explains why he left Pretoria amid a British dominance and a neutral United States policy. He cites American citizens assisting Boer forces, displeasure with U.S. government actions, and his duty to report conditions back to Washington.
Grain-O is marketed as a coffee substitute drink for all ages. It claims to be made from pure grain with a rich seal brown color similar to mocha or java and is gentle on delicate stomachs. Priced at 35 and 25 cents per package, sold by all grocers.
A fragmentary report describes tensions involving Durban cables and U S consul sentiment amid wartime rumors. It mentions American officials, an embassy staffer in Pretorian circles, and alleged secret alliances with European powers affecting the Durban situation and cross Atlantic communications.
Washington reports Representative Wheeler of Kentucky introduced a resolution asking if Charles S. Macrum, former U S consul at Pretoria, informed the State Department that official mail was opened and read by the British censor at Durban and if steps were taken for an apology. The resolution also seeks truth about a secret Anglo American alliance. The Speaker referred it to the foreign affairs committee amid department officials denying knowledge of such disclosures.
The Jeffries Sharkey prize fight was displayed at Crawford theater in Topeka last night. Men watched the moving pictures for about two hours, and the crowd stayed to the end, applauding the convincing action and clearest scenes.
The body of Manahan has not arrived yet and investigators seek clues after a telegram reported the remains left San Francisco with the Wells, Fargo express company Saturday afternoon. Arrival is expected Wednesday morning and a military escort from ex-members of the Twentieth Kansas is planned at the cemetery. Gunfire is described but details are unclear.
Judge Hazen grants divorce to Ada Jackson and Ada Youman, naming Ada Youman as the formerly married party. Mr. Jackson did not appear, and his attorney notes absence while a dispute over alimony emerges. He is ordered to pay Ada $100 upon receipt, after which she relinquishes all claims to his property.
London February 11 Lord Chesternela and Miss Enid Wilson were married in a late afternoon ceremony. A fashionable crowd attended as the bride wore satin trimmed with silver lilies doves and stars. Bridesmaids wore scarlet coats and triple capes as gifts from Lent Chesterfield were presented.
M Shattinger seeks council seat amid rumors of opposition to parks. He states his interests lie in Topeka and supports park funding and city improvement, endorsing establishment and development of the land south of Thirteenth Street known as Central Park.
John W. Breidenthal of Tequesta denies seeking the governor’s nomination. He will travel to counties to support friends if consented, but will not abandon his duties or canvass the state. He states he would accept if nominated without a fight, yet remains not a candidate in that sense.
In Albay province on the night of February 15 insurgents attacked the American garrison at the Daroga convent. The followers were repulsed after burning a number of buildings. One lieutenant was wounded. American casualties were reported as uncertain.
Dishonored text on a voyage tale mentions Castellans, Countens, and crew aboard the Preach line steamer Frans as they journey toward distant shores. The fragment hints at meetings and a statue, with scattered names and nautical references, but the overall narrative is unclear.
In Topeka Kansas on February 18, the Retail Clerks' Protective Association No. 251 meeting backed Cha Samson for county ward seat. MES and Delahay are noted as deceased in the station’s report from Samson's camp.
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