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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1901
Page
1
Burton supporters hail Senator Baker withdrawal as a turning point. The forenoon stampede in Lyon County shifts momentum to Burton ally Mr. Burton, praised for civility and party unity. Baker’s late statement declines further comment as Burton’s campaign claims renewed vigor and cross faction appeal.
Local reports show major Burton supporters rallying at the Copeland lobby as Baker's bid falters. Fragmented word from Topeka indicates Burton gaining momentum with Lyon and Crawford counties backing him while Hatch era bets shift.
A chaotic political scene in Lyon county ends with Baker’s supporters claiming victory as the senatorial contest appears settled. reports indicate Chaotic rosters, county factions, and lingering questions about appointments and future legislative plans. The piece profiles Baker, his base, and the implications for state politics and the upcoming legislature.
Townsend & Dooley of Des Moines plan a new plant to manufacture lightning body static and portable X ray machines in Topelus The Titest iidi Uy. The firm expects to deploy about 10 workers and reports telegraphs indicate arrival of key personnel tomorrow. The project mirrors local industry moves and follows policy similar to Dodd and Strauth ee Mates. The plan leverages X-ray innovation with growing demand for compact devices in medical use.
Corrigan ships twelve fast horses to England for a Saturday race meet. The event includes Biman Corwen and Mintsenpolle among the entrants, with twenty-one races listed and a purse of $16,000. Local owners Falne Corsini Byearcolde and others sponsor the venture, arriving at Newmarket to prepare.
Cape Town is alarmed as Boers raid British territory. A leading citizen enrolls in town guard, Bechuanaland inhabitants rebel and join, colonial authorities plan to move prisoners. Five hundred citizens enlist. mounted units may depart for Worcester to guard passes and railway. Six thousand five hundred irregulars recruited in eight weeks.
New York reports from Charles D. Pistos, Boer relief fund treasurer, that over 16,000 Boers remain armed and determined, with 5,000 invading Cape Colony as Britain lands 210,000 troops. Boer losses exceed 1,500, while British casualties reach about 46 percent of their force. many Boers wield Mauser and Lee-Mordet rifles, including captured arms marked Woolwich.
Cornelius XL, Biles Hine slated to succeed the late W J Strong as chairman of the Business Money Republican and Sound Money association at a Fateh Avenue hotel meeting. The organization, formed in 1916, aims to unify monetary reform and support. Washington to Get Replica Lafayette Monument funds surplus to be used for Washington monument. Lafayette memorial commission reports a large surplus after Paris monument expenses and proposes the Washington statue as a proper use. A rubber manufacturing firm plans a 1.4 million pound capital in Chicago to New York, with full capital stock on deposit at a Chicago bank. Weather outlook: Kansas cloudy tonight and Saturday with possible snow. winds light to moderate from the west.
Washington January 4 Senator Harris introduced a resolution directing the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate whether associations of railway companies exist to control or restrain competition in transportation rates from points between the Mississippi and the Rocky Mountains. The measure cites the Supreme Court’s ruling against the Trans-M Missouri Railway Association as an example of an illegal combination. The commission would report to the Senate.
Pars reports death of Count Waldersee with unconfirmed rumor he was slain by an allied officer. Berlin sources deny confirmation while Kropps and Hestromerally note a week of chatter without government corroboration. Count von Waldersee was said to have reviewed British soldiers on January 5.
Shire Auditor Cole and Dr T C Bid examine county accounts for care of destitute insane refused admission due to lack of room. Some adjudged insane previously regained minds and are kept by friends who block entry. Counties seek reimbursement, but state denies due to no actual admission refusals on such grounds.
William T Radford, a prominent real estate figure, told the Bureau of Information he believed his 12 year old daughter Starry was kidnapped. He said she was to meet him at the Thirty third Street elevated station and be taken to his physician, but she did not arrive and he waited three hours before returning home. No further details were available.
Halifax January 4 1200 miners in Pictou area have won a wage raise of 18 percent after a three day strike. Operators surrendered to the demand and the Spring Air miners were set to cease work today if not for the settlement. Province managers then met and approved the wage increase.
Governor Stanley declines to back proposed officer planning to create a no commission post to supervise soldiers in Kanrae. The contingent is split with some backing and others opposing while local support remains divided on the issue. The governor has dropped the measure.
Stanley Stokes, longtime Denver newspaper man born in Cayuga New York, died at his home on Julian Street after a lingering stomach ailment. He came to Colorado in 1881 and worked for several Denver papers including the Denver Journal. He had served as assistant secretary of the senate in prior legislatures. Bevelle divorce case retried. Ada Bevelle seeks decree with rehearing granted. court undecided.
In Philadelphia on January 4 the Dingley Woolen Mills company a 22 externatre manufacturer was placed in the hands of a receiver George Campbell formerly connected with the firm failed recently leading to the action. Jackson Pollock was named receiver and also acts for Mr. Campbell. A contract bid involving a girl appeared in documents.
New York January 4 Benjamin Mo Wheeler of the University of Callon claims Aguinaldo has been dead over six weeks. Wheeler cites secret sources and notes Filipino boys connected to Buencamino relay messages from home. He says the news could discourage rebellion and affect rebuilding plans while detailing U S educational ambitions in the Philippines.
In Yreka California on January 4 snowstorm records topple as 724 inches fall since Thursday, with 111 still lingering. Buildings buckle under weight while north and south rail lines are blocked and plows buried. Fort Jones Etna stage lines halted. Rivers and towns blocked, San Francisco and Oregon limited by the siege of snow and floods.
Rhode Island Senate passes a bill to cede jurisdiction of parcels at Partamouth Grove to the United States for a coaling station and other uses. The action follows a belted board in Newport and involves Ambassador White explaining the move to lawmakers.
Voters prepare for an upcoming election as candidates such as Collins and Stamey address supporters. Details indicate last minute outreach, registration deadlines, and local polling plans with emphasis on turnout and community timing for the vote.
Fragmentary report notes Croker unable to press appeal in a British income tax matter. The hearing referenced an earlier ruling and the process appears unsettled with unclear dates and participants.
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