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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1900
Page
1
Telegraph wires describe Kimberley as defended while fighting rages along the Tugela. Reports from Ladysmith show a weakened siege, Boer forces pushing across rivers, and allied troops conducting river crossings and entrenchments near the coast. Brigades and gun sections, including field pieces, are referenced amid ongoing operations and repositioning.
A wartime bulletin records British forces advancing toward Kimberley from the interior, with Gen Methuen and reinforcements en route. Reports mention Cronje possibly cut off from Bloemfontein and bombardment at Monte Christa. Queen Victoria sends a message urging retired soldiers and replacements for front lines. General Buller reports occupation of Colenso after minor resistance, with the line holding from Culensa to Nest and continuing operations toward Tugela.
A flawed but vivid account recalls Gen. French's rapid march toward Kimberley from Modder River, with British troops breaking Boer defenses amid shellfire and dwindling rations. The narrative notes a triumphal entry into Kimberley, crowd cheers, and the Boers retreating toward the Modder river as French advances.
A frightful youth cult known as the Phoenix club operates on Topeka avenue and Harrison street in Topeka, ages 11 to 20. Members swear secrecy, brag of daring acts, and carry revolvers and knives while initiating new boys who must smoke six cigars and endure brutal tasks. A missing St Bernard dog ties to rivalries, robberies, and a police hunt as officers probe cave hideouts and vandalism connected to the club.
The article describes a youth gang called the Phoenix club, where members allegedly dispose of club money into the treasury for members' benefit. Tales recount punishments including hanging and tar for those acting out, prompting anonymous letters and strained family relations as parents dispute the claims.
In Washington today the Porto Rican tariff bill faced renewed debate as Mr Hepburn Iowa sought unanimous consent to take up the measure two weeks hence and Mr Richardson questioned treaty recognition. Mr Cannon dissented as Mr Newlands of the Ways and Means spoke in opposition, while in the Senate Mr Perkins announced credentials for Thomas F R Band as California senator and a resolution authorized a special Paris exposition yearbook edition.
Atchison dispatch says John Seaton owner of the Atchison theater will stage a free viewing of the farce A Girl from Chile tonight to promote his political slate. Speeches for Charley Curtit in the congressional race will follow between acts. A separate Bailey rally is set for Meinteer Hall tonight as Republicans prepare for Wednesday primaries.
Chicago reports Col. Rh. C. Clowry of Western Union completed the purchase of all Desert Telegraph lines formerly operated by the Mormon church. The wires ran through Utah to Mormon settlements in Idaho and Nevada, aiding church communications. Col. J. J. Dickey travels to Salt Lake to finalize the transfer.
A Curtis club gathering in Topeka's Third ward endorsed Mr. Snattinger for councilman. PH Forbes opposed and appealed for support while attacking Snattinger. Newman spoke for Snattinger and questioned Forbes motives amid rumors about Snattinger.
Chicago attorney Moses Salomon once a state senator and defense lawyer for anarchists was disbarred by the state supreme court. He faced charges of misusing trust funds from a $20,000 estate and was formally removed from practicing law.
Assitant State Geodlesist Bain reports developments in the Dubuque northeast Iowa region show deposits ofite less richness than Missouri Joplin. A modern plant was opened today with more planned. Mineral rights tensions slow progress amid cautious optimism. Boston dated note references arrest and bank concerns.
At Lincoln Nebraska February 24 the Populist national committee chose May 8 as the convention date. Kansas City Sioux Falls and Indianapolis were considered for venues with Sioux Falls ultimately chosen after initial support for other sites. Balloting showed Sioux Falls 36 Kansas City 22 Milwaukee 10 Indianapolis 8 with final unanimous choice for Sioux Falls.
The thirty second annual assembly of the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Kansas closed with officer elections for the ensuing year. E. Wellington and Emlsworth Bestor G. Brown named grand master and deputy grand master. other posts filled at Topeka and Wichita. The grand lodge session to continue in Representative Hall tomorrow at 9 o'clock with listed officers and boards for custodians, stewards, and custodians of work.
A report circulated claiming Major A. M. Harvey will withdraw Shawnee county support at the Populist convention. Harvey denies the announcement, pledges to continue the race in good faith amid strong encouragement from supporters.
Representative Richardson and allies push two resolutions targeting the sugar trust. They seek to bar interstate sugar movement from six months after passage unless the Commerce Commission confirms refined sugar profits stay under four percent. A second resolution argues a nationwide monopoly exists and calls for tariff and policy actions.
Laura A Burne widow of the late Ross Burns died this morning in the city after a long illness at about age not stated. A pioneer woman active in civic works she settled here over forty years ago and aided building the city and state. Relatives live in Boston. Remains awaiting arrangements. She left a substantial estate under will. no children or kin in the state. Her death is mourned as that of her husband.
Manila reports a military commission will try a Filipino guerrilla member for murder and assault with intent to kill following an attack on Americans February 2 that killed a corporal. The case signals a policy shift toward treating guerrillas as bandits and notes insurgents hold over fifty American prisoners.
Wichita Feb 20 A meeting of county fair secretaries organized a fair circuit naming H G Tojer as president and Alvah Sheldon as secretary with dates set for Winfield Wichita El Dorado and other cities to host events. Adjournment set to finalize stakes and purses at Carey. Internal Revenue ruling cites special tax stamp held by a corporation in dissolution.
Leander J McCormick of Chicago and founder of the Leander McCormick Observatory at the University of Virginia dies at the Virginia hotel. Weather notes from Chicago indicate rain or snow tonight and Wednesday with colder conditions in the southeast and northerly winds.
New York report says Charles E Macrum, former Pretoria consul, provides envelopes showing British censor opened U S official mail. A Cape Town letter from Consul General Stowe bears both a U S seal and a British stamp reading Mail Suspended, with postmark gaps and mutilated returns.
Information from Ortis, Sonora to Austin reports a courier sent after Gem Torres and Mexican forces. Yaqui bands, about 2400 strong, are moving toward Gunyerma with aim to capture the town and its supplies. Mexican garrison is about 200, town remains fortified but risk remains high.
Frankfort reports a man named Sutton, recently arrested on a charge of complicity in the Goebemusements matter, waives examination before the court. He left for home with an uncle. authorities indicate further investigation and another examination set for June, with more suspects implicated. The Ninth Continental Congress notes and a New York colonial shipments pioneer are also touched upon amid mixed dispatches.
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