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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1900
Page
4
A compact view of the Topeka State Journal includes Frank P. MacLennan’s byline with a page full of mixed dispatches and editorials. It covers national figures and commentary such as Beveridge on Filipino troops, General Wood, and British actions, plus brief notes on political campaigns and diplomatic arrivals and withdrawals.
Indiana senator Beveridge delivered an eloquent speech on the Philippine question in the United States Senate. The piece lauds his eloquence and leadership potential, noting a swift move to prepare material and present it to readers, aiming to influence national policy and public opinion.
Fragmented garbled text from the AviniBON Globe mentions an heiress, kinfolk, and a claim of being related to Roberts. It includes odd phrases about cemetery scenes, a lord named Rotors, and caution for men traveling, all in a disorderly, gossip-like tone with unclear context.
The readable lines evoke a muddled portrait of religious or dreamlike imagery, mentioning angels, tintype, and low nown spelling. The fragment hints at a photograph or portrait era scene with cultural references but lacks clear events, people, or places to identify.
A fragmentary humorous piece notes how men and women interact in social calls and fashion. It mentions a man who invented Veelapuk and jokes about advice between genders, quipping that women think they look better with hats on.
A reader is treated to a series of aphoristic lines on daily life and character. The piece humorously pairs observations about fire insurance paymasters college students temper and decorum with ironic statements about decoration bread use and aging.
Populist leaders discuss sending Littl e to the national convention and Metcalf as a state delegate, amid party tensions and Governor Stanley’s past actions. Rumors claim Littl and Metcalf won t be sent to the same convention, with Funston's influence cited. The report mentions Royal Society chatter in Paris and a Rochester letter from Susan B Anthony urging Texas suffrage action at a January convention.
The ad extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a purifier and strength booster for impure blood, claiming it cleanses the body and improves appetite. It also promotes Hood's Pills and Sarsaparilla as remedies that rebuilt a weakened husband, emphasizing renewed health and energy.
In Junction City Kansas on January 10, reports say the city faces a smallpox scare with several cases. Schools are closed, the district court adjourned for one week, and expert help is scarce as some workers resign. Independence cotton mill reports trouble amid the outbreak.
Lewellen Swanson through his father sues the Missouri Pacific Railroad for 15000 alleging negligence after boarding a freight train near Leavenworth and being thrown under a car. He lost an arm from injuries suffered when the train lifted and tracked him, with his father as next friend.
Experts are scarce as cotton mills in Independence struggle to hire skilled workers. Jef Bolt’s trip south yielded two experts, while Jonat mill management trains locals to fill the gap. Six out-of-town hands arrived, three more left after disputes, as the St Louis mill reportedly offers higher wages and the local plant operates with about 65 workers, mostly Indians.
A bold single handed burglary at Alfred Menny 116 Central Ave Kansas City Kansas netted valuables valued over $1000. The thief smashed front windows entered through the side and methodically searched rooms stealing diamond earrings a breast pin a diamond ring a gold chain a silver watch pearls and other items including a mandolin several revolvers and a gold locket. A partial list notes many other articles of value. The crime occurred during a family absence and authorities pursue clues.
Hutchinson Jan 10 Alex McCord arrested near Springfield on a warrant charging him with killing Austin Davis. Davis was found in his pasture in Bee County, long a cattleman and a key figure in the Seward and Stevens county seat feud that sparked earlier killings. McCord, a rancher known as a gunman, held for trial after capture.
Wichita on January 30 reports the city board ordered that children seeking school entrance must show vaccination within the last ten years. The measure follows a smallpox outbreak noted near South Emporia Avenue, prompting health officials to enforce strict vaccination guarantees where infection is suspected.
The jury reached a verdict in a case concerning a salt overa section of land near Ar Hagton. Details indicate a settlement was achieved in the Salt Overa area as of December 12.
In a case arising near Abington, Richard Gilmore sues to reclaim Jana land once assigned to John Asbury who claims he was to improve the land until age and then deed it to the Gilmore boy. The jury ruled Asbury cannot be removed, preserving his occupancy and rights. Also reported is three deaths at Leavenworth Prison, including Tom Bloodsworth serving a burglary term and William Hudson of Stringer, both from illness.
The Sedan public schools welcome Juss Guriendo, a Filipino boy and mascot of the Twentieth Kansas in the Philippines, under the guardianship of Lieut Bail. Teacher Sime Effie Firasant educates a diverse classroom including Negro, Indian, Malay, and Caucasian pupils totaling about sixty five students.
A century old walnut tree south of the McCarty place near Gow n is sought by timber buyers in the west for export. The owner refuses to sell, hoping the tree’s value will rise as walnut supplies dwindle. The tree has long been seasoned, now showing rot at the base and is considered the finest in the area. Nearby notices report legal, financial, and local civic items from Atchison to Parsons, including bankruptcies, receivership, deaths, business club plans, and public meetings.
W olington January 10 The board of county commissioners reelected George A. Stewart as superintendent and designated the county pans for the year. The Peppiers Voice and related items are noted as official publications. A runaway incident in Stratford county prompts investigation into extent of injuries.
Washington lawmakers formed a five member committee to interpret the term United States in the constitutional provision on uniform duties and imports. The move arises amid debate on applying U S customs laws to Hawaii as a newly considered U S territory.
St Paul Minn Jan 16 The opening day of the state agricultural society featured J J Hill delivering an outspoken address on Enlarged Markets He attacked the Hanna Payne subsidy bill saying a bonus of perhaps 45000 per year to fast Atlantic passengers would lure people to spend money here and urged raising wheat prices to improve prosperity.
Miss Ceceiia Sher man Miles daughter of the commanding general and Capt Samuel Reber United States Army were married at noon at St John s church Hoy Alexander Mackay Smith officiated with Rev Dean Davis assisting A breakfast for hundreds followed at General Miles residence after which the couple departed for a southern trip They will later go to Governors Island where the former and other officers were in full uniform Attendees included ex Secretary of War Lamont and other diplomats and officials Rabbi Hirsch lectured on Facts and Fiction About the Jews at the Agh school auditorium last night noting humor and caricatures in Jewish life.
Washington January congressional actions include Rep Curtis urging an $800000 appropriation for Leavenworth Kansas penitentiary cell housing. Senator Haker introduces Senate bill directing the postmaster general to credit W H L Pepperwell for postage stamps and postal funds stolen from Concordia August 27 1897.
The Atebiaon champion quits. The paper, now suspended, ends its run after years of service. P Wahexener leads the publication transition as Protuck ttons aocieege. The oldest Kan nas paper history closes in Annapolis.
Joe Willard of the Air Ship company recounts a two year scheme to marry Miss Belle Aiken for her money. He boasts of gathering thousands from her, then remarks on past elopements and a divorce suit in Menominee. Relatives secured her return and Willard now claims to regret not demanding $25,000.
Washington dispatch reports forged orders from the War Department directing the reception and transfer of General Lawton's remains from Bay Francises to Washington. The plan includes full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery with the president, cabinet, and Congress in attendance.
Washington January 10 General Otis informed the war department that First Lieutenant Dealel T Bowman of the Thirty seventh volunteer Infantry, while temporarily deranged, committed death by own action this morning at Beans aright by taxins your e ecaeaee Sores.
Washington report: the house adjourned until Friday after a brief session. A resolution by Mr. Tawney, asking the secretary for details on oleomargarine shipments, licenses, and distribution was adopted. The day featured tributes to the late Rep. Green of Nebraska.
Charles W. Scofield a noted Wall Street operator filed a bankruptcy petition in New York on January 10 with liabilities of 102 440 and assets of 2 300. An earlier June 15 1980 agreement yielded no asset realization and the downturn in iron prices is blamed for the failure. Also Meg Beorfveld of Oregon H Dayton has filed a bankruptcy petition with claims of 74 661 and no assets.
Telegraphic dispatch from General Otis to the War Department reports efforts to reopen hemp districts in the Philippines. He notes cannot move troops to hemp areas yet, collects vessels for that purpose, has opened Romblon and Capiz with hemp shipments forthcoming, and aims to open hemp districts as soon as this month. Also mentions a Shaforth proposal on woman suffrage and presidential nominations to the Senate.
Lost brown Morroces pocketbook containing receipts near Rh Si Avenue and East Avenue Hotel. Local inquiry seeks return of item. Description provided with contact details not fully legible.
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