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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1900
Page
1
Fragmentary dispatches describe heavy bombardment and stubborn Boer resistance near Byers Point with General Warren's column pressing. Reports mention new quick firer guns and shifting line as British forces gain ground while wary notes from London indicate uncertain success and ongoing heavy firefight ahead.
The report from Natal details a fierce clash at Spearman's Camp where British forces pressed the hills and attacked a Boer position. Despite heavy casualties, including Captain Hunley of the Cabits Fusiliers, the Boers held their rocky defences with stubborn tenacity as the day ended with limited British progress.
Strong defensive positions shield the Johannesburg area as mine tailings stretch 30 miles toward the invading force. Buildings and rocks form impenetrable barriers, with heaps of slag threatening any assault and supporting a stubborn stalemate.
A Nogales dispatch to the Chicago Tribune reports Yaqui Indians routed near Nogales with Mexican forces capturing prisoners. General Lorenay announces mass arrests, Mexican officials freed Father Helen and Sister Josephine. Governor Terral orders guards in Reno to curb potential Indian bands and monitor threats.
Santa Fe officials suspend passenger service on the Hutchiesen line to Ok lahomma due to an amatipex epidemic in Kay county and Kinases health board quarantine. Trains may reach only short distances while authorities inspect the outbreak and Raptor the Santa Fe surgeon investigates potential amalipox cases.
Fragments indicate a New Atlantic Castle venture to sail via the Azores to New York City, with mentions of Hamburg and German telegraph interests, Azores service to Santa Maria, and a weather note for Chicago and Kansas.
Count Boniface Castellane and the Countess de Castellane nee Gould arrive aboard La Bretagne from Havre, staying at the Waldorf Astoria. He disputes recent gossip about alleged heavy gambling losses, pledging not to challenge Le Figaro editor De Rodays and promising to retract any false claims upon return. He asserts Irishly that he never gambled for money, only in speculation, and asks for harmony with his wife as they plan a brief visit to New York and possible Lakewood.
The U S Supreme Court rules Missouri may file a bill in the Missouri Illinois case over the Chicago drainage canal. An interim ruling on a temporary restraining order is postponed until service and return date, with April 2 set as the return. Chief Justice Puller notes the court’s lack of original jurisdiction in interstate disputes without proper notice.
In the First Ward a Democrat council candidate faces a potential contest for a second term. Republicans have named one candidate, with Petre a Republican county central committee member seen as a rising force. Pett and his allies push for the nomination as party insiders discuss the race. A separate Washington dispatch notes a military promotions update andDakota service adjustments.
Washington January 21 The Senate considered a proposed North Carolina constitutional amendment on disenfranchising voters and redefining white supremacy. Senator Pritchard argued the measure would threaten national stability and republican government, while critics warned of nullification and loss of rights. District Day followed in the House with district matters and armory funding discussions.
London reports rising anxiety over General Buller’s campaign toward Ladysmith. War Office expects relief soon but warns a long post relief phase lies ahead with Kimberley action and heavy organization, likely taking three to four months before a major Transvaal invasion.
S.J. Mumey notes Kinney, once head of the Santa Fe Secret Service, is forming a detective agency in Kansas City. He plans to obtain work from several railroads operating from Kansas City. Kinney served during Frey’s term and was connected with the MK and T roads through his prior actions.
A New York dispatch reports a big majority in favor of the Nicaragua canal bill. The measure is expected to pass this session with presidential approval. Supporters claim an overwhelming majority in Congress and favor acting without waiting for the Walker commission report.
William R. Corwin presented a protest to the official classification committee in New York on January 22. Shippers allege railroads inflate earnings, claim costs fall, and that new classifications harm small buyers, wood packing boxes users, and rubber goods firms, urging that the changes be rescinded.
Thomas Keer a Denver banker and weaver cashier of the First National Bank received a $73,000 stock reward for faithful service. He spent Christmas in Tampa with his wife as guests of Mr and Mrs ES Quinton. Mrs Quinton and Mrs Tholy are sisters. The bank vice president was given $100,000 in stock by the president in memory of Keely.
Chicago man Mr. W J Faulkner will arrive late this week or early next week to organize his company and apply for a charter. He states ground will be broken before the end of March and distribution of gas and electric current will begin within four months in the central part of Topeka.
Gen Athurt D Shaw head of the G A R and the pension committee testified before the House Committee on Invalid Pensions. Chairman P B Brown and Gen Daniel E Sickles argued to clarify the June 27 1890 act, seeking remedies for veterans' needs and infirmities.
Jan 2 Los Angeles. A tunnel collapse trapped workers including street car inspector Lambie. John Mitchell and John Eckhart were rescued alive. William Paully is believed buried at the tunnel entrance. Survivors expected to be freed today.
Reports from Guadalajara Colima and Mexico City describe strong quakes Friday night and Saturday morning causing extensive property damage. Terrors and casualties reported in Colima with seven dead and sixty wounded while Guadalajara and Mexico City neighborhoods sustained structural damage.
Washington officials confirm a complaint filed by Britain about a filibustering expedition organized to support the Boers in South Africa. An armed vessel reportedly left Philadelphia with coal capacity for a Delaware breakwater voyage. British envoy notes many Americans recruited for Boer service, but neutrality laws offer no stop to unarmed departures.
Mrs Sarah W Batch is circulating a petition to Governor Barnes for Clyde Mattox’s pardon. Mattox, convicted of killing Lincoln Swinney at Ponca City, began a ten year sentence. Uncertain outcome as public sympathy grows. A possible new trial may be sought at the next court term. In New York a model in a cloak store is noted unrelated to the case.
New York, Jan 22. Democratic leaders plan a harmony push around William Jennings Bryan during his visit. Bryan will dine at C H P Belmont tonight, with Tammany Hall figures and state leaders present. He will meet associates at the Hoffman House and speak publicly in Jersey City and later in Harrisburg, Wilmington, and Washington, while avoiding public remarks in New York.
Early campaign chatter notes a Third Ward contest as opponents allege a remonstrance against Thirteenth Street. Report cites Mr Snattinger’s Minneapolis absence during circulation, but backers dismiss the timing as premature political maneuvering.
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