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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1900
Page
6
A Kansas editor, John Poo Geinestead, faces trial for alleged political bias and criminal claims tied to his newspaper. The case in Nemaha district court centers on accusations involving Leland and Stumm, with jurors initially deadlocked before conviction on two counts.
Poultry rules outline entry procedures for a forthcoming block show next week. Entries must be under the superintendent’s control, disease hints lead to exclusion, and specimens cannot be removed except for sanitary needs. Owners must supply coops and ship birds if preferred. misfiled entries may be rejected.
A Kansas University meteorological summary notes 1899 had normal mean temperature, with January, May, August, October, and November warmer than average and most months cooler. Rainfall below average, snow depth above average, wind low, and a notably cold February. October and November were the warmest of the colder period, marking a year with fewer hot days but more storm activity than usual.
Word has been received in Mra Annie Weare Sos a former resident here. She was buried at Court of Honor Noo Automobile Stage Run in New York. The Fifth Avenue stage, dimensions noted, weights about 2500 pounds with 15 pounds from batteries and meters. The report details the stage and its parts, comparing to ordinary carriers.
Lansing Jan. Governor Pingree sent a special message to the house urging passage of a bill to provide relief for the Texas and Indiana soldiers of the Spanish American War. An appropriation of 154000 had been exhausted and a 75000 bill was ready for swift action, but fell short by one vote of the two thirds needed for immediate effect.
The Elias Baseball association formed last night by LF Whitesides and associates aims to purchase a National League club. Negotiations will be opened with the National and American associations to enter the league under terms offering the most advantageous arrangement.
The next lecture by Dr Emil Birech of Chicago will discuss Enos and Fiction About the Jew. Tickets for single admission are available at Howley and Snow for tomorrow morning at Princess Coffee before the program.
A lengthy second communication from ANOTH. & COMPLAINT through FD McKeever to the superintendent of insurance covers nine pages. It lists questions for the order's officers, cites alleged improper influence and pay issues, and notes $6,000 in doubtfully documented funds and attorney fees. Copies were filed with Colorado and Missouri insurance superintendents.
A dispute arises between undertaker J M Knight and administrator A Harbour over the body of J F Crennan killed when struck by a Santa Fe switch engine. Probate Judge Dolman appointed Harbour administrator, and Harbour seeks delivery of the body for burial in Toledo. Knight demands $400 for life maker plus expenses. Harbour hired another undertaker for $125. A restraining order blocks shipping, with further court actions expected to resolve possession.
Columba abolishing monopolies with the cigarette monopoly ending March 31 and the match monopoly May 1 1900. A British firm reportedly offers 000000 pounds for the Saberia railroad. General Campo Serrand, recently named governor of Panama, is expected to arrive soon.
Washington January 5 Senator Baker visited the White House and joined the president on his morning walk. Details of the subject discussed were not disclosed when reporters asked after the meeting.
Ash Sores a Miia New York and G Lazerd Freree announce that Tekelheimer & Co along with Holtermaens will each slip 1.9 million gold tomorrow.
A chaotic scramble unfolds as nations contend for attendance at a forthcoming gathering. Stakeholders assess invitations and logistics while organizers seek to determine who will participate in the event.
Political maneuvering in Kansas concentrates on selecting delegates for the national convention in Philadelphia. Names proposed include M A Law Topeka as a guaranteed delegate, with several at large and district candidates across counties such as Fort Scott Chanute Iola Iola Par son Parsons and Wichita. Opposition to Leland’s continued influence persists as factions gauge support ahead of the state committee meeting.
A Seattle report recounts four tragic freezing deaths in the north aboard ships and along White Pass. An Alaska Commercial check for 8000 dollars was found with one victim, RC Jennings, whose residence is noted in reports. Other frozen bodies include D R Richter of San Francisco and Dawsonite Wilt Somerville, formerly with a copper mines firm. Andrew Anduchowitz died from a blast on the White Pass and Yukon line. A separate Chicago case saw Henry Stevens convicted for inciting a coal miners riot on April 18, 1899, with sentencing pending.
In Newport News Virginia a mob seized W W Watt from the station house and shot him to death after he abducted and assaulted Mrs T M Simpson, wife of shipyard employee P M Simpson. Watt, from Lynchburg, was identified by the woman. no arrests have been made and grand jury action is expected next month.
Fiona Sparks a Storth Truss worker at 48 Quincy Street was robbed by a white man as she walked home from work around six. Passersby heard screams and rushed to help, forcing the assailant to flee across Sixth Street. A similar incident reportedly occurred nearby earlier, with a young man robbed by two men.
London report indicates Lad Lipton signature progress on a proposed change, with no decision yet on a designer. Associated Press notes the delay follows a late December filing and ongoing inquiries into the project.
General J W Davis governor of Puerto Rico landed in New York aboard the Porce. He was joined by General J P Sanger Col C H Heyl census chief to Puerto Rico Keat J Battie and Auditor John W Connor.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on January 6 the murder trial of Fulla Morrison James resumed in the breach court. Josephs the opera house electrician testified Morrison James shot Leidenhimer before he could cry out and Leidenhimer made no attempt to struggle or flee the scene.
Chicago today reports a weak wheat market with May futures down from yesterday, limited export demand, and subdued trading. Northwest receipts and soft tones depress sentiment as May lags, while provisions show a steadier tone and slight gains for lard and ribs. Corn moves on proviso signals with light trading and steady cash bids.
Readable lines show cattle prices and movement from Kansas City livestock market on January 5. Cattle ranged with strong western wethers and native cattle, while inferior lots and cannery cattle showed slower demand. Shipments and receipts are noted with figures like 460 and 10,000 dollars referenced in context of market activity.
Topeka Kansas Jan 6 market notes cover grain prices, butter, sugar, cotton and money markets. Reports from Chicago and Boston indicate wheat and corn volatility amid foreign supply concerns. hogs and cattle higher inflation offset by grain trends. railroad and transport chatter point to potential Vanderbilt and Brooklyn Transit developments.
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