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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1900
Page
8
A large field of Republican hopefuls from the Third District seeks the congressional nomination as the campaign starts. Names include R. Clark and C. P. Ergenbright from VenI, with delegates from A LL Witsen and Whe i mot noted among early entrants.
A Kansas case long argued in higher courts involves Mrs. Alverdun Reese vs Wikof brothers over 600 paid supposedly for mortgage payoff but used for drafts to St Joseph Loan Trust. In appeal, Judge Guthrie disputed juror influence with a dramatic jury scene described as Svengali like, amid questions of improper argument and evidence.
Jackson Jan 5 The joint Democratic caucus of the Mississippi legislature nominated Senator W V Sullivan for the United States Senate short term ending March 4 1901. Sullivan who was serving in Congress was appointed after Senator Waldo’s death and a one year term from March 4 1900 to 1901 was created by the new constitution. The canvass of the election for the seat followed and ex Governor Robert Lowry is noted.
London dispatch reports growing suspense as British forces reinforce Natal amid a looming clash with the Boers near Ladysmith. Battles, trench defenses, and river tactics feature. Gatacre and French maneuverings, reinforcements, and imperial strain frame the crisis.
Philadelphia readers learn comedian Roland Reed underwent a second operation in New York after an initial suspected appendicitis. Surgeons found advancing intestinal cancer. a radical operation was performed and recovery is hoped though he may be invalid for some time.
A Topeka reader testifies that Morrow's Kidneyolds cured kidney ailments backache inflammation of the bladder and urinary troubles after two boxes. The ad claims the Yellow Tablets relieve pain without pills and are sold for a box price at drug stores. Manufactured by John Morrow & Co Springfield Ohio.
Brief wires from Frankfort Tennessee and other ports recount a Norwegian incident in Geant administration, a Mary steamer wreck off Cape Town, a murder in Chemulpo, and dynamite on a streetcar during a strike. Reports from Rome Madrid and Victoria cover resignations and finance disputes, with a global roster of political and military notes.
The report lists Robert I McKinstry of Camden New Jersey and others as elected officers. President Feld Judson vice president Windeld S Jewell secretary treasurer Funk W Card Omaha Nebraska. The item mentions changes in freight rate classifications and state political inaugurations followed by assorted notes from Boston Newberg and St Thomas.
Report from Pekin states Rev. Mr Brooks of the Church Missionary Society was captured December 3 near Ping in Shantung province and murdered by members of the Boxers. The provincial governor sent cavalry to the area, but forces arrived too late to save him.
At a Fifth District conference in Concordia nine of ten counties were represented. Party leaders voiced optimism for an early state campaign victory and unified effort. W H L Pepperell reported strong enthusiasm and liberal contributions to the Democratic national committee fund. Dr C W Brandenburg noted over forty Sunhower league clubs and expected rapid growth across the district.
Bank Commissioner Hreidenthal interprets the law on corporate dues and officer eligibility, stating a member of a board may not hold a salaried position in a related company if regulations prohibit it. The opinion accompanies a call for swearing in associations showing business conditions as of December 30.
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