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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1900
Page
4
A fragmentary page from the Topeka State Journal by Frank P. Mac Lennam shows editorials and notes on national politics including tariff free trade, and mentions figures like Melinex and Kerriduky. It also references war reminiscences, local mischief, and social gossip about newspapers, books, and gossip culture.
Editors push repeal of wood pulp and paper duties arguing the tax harms U S newspapers. Colorado editors urge action at a February meeting in New York and New Orleans associations plan to press relief from paper costs.
A jumble of quirky lines and wry observations on life, weather, and human nature. The piece blends whimsical samples about dogs, weight, age, vision, rain, and virtue to sketch a satire of daily urban wit.
A witty column from the New York Press mocks marriage customs and gender roles. It humorously notes that convention acts as a fence for the soul and quips about women and men’ s behavior at different ages. The piece ends with a ironic remark on a woman carrying bundles and a baby all day.
In Washington Postmaster General Smith plans to back a wage and hours reform for railway mail workers. He rebutted 1895 restrictions on lobbying, arguing the US should match European scales. He noted rail workers do extra work for lower pay, with promotions elsewhere offering larger increases.
An Atchison Globe piece reprints a booklet called The Don't Worry Club. It promotes avoiding worry, outlines eight core principles, and claims benefits like better health and longer life. It notes no fees, no initiation, and explains how to join by simply trying to apply the ideas.
Actress Blanche Walsh says a Rouletts game at the Arkansaw Club in Hot Springs last week boosted her cash to 1020 beyond an initial 200 stake. The Davenport diamond bracelet, valued at 310,000, proved a gambler’s lure as she enjoyed two hours of play and calls the win unpremeditated.
In New Orleans a high railroad officials conference is in progress over a potential sale of the Mobile and Ohio line. Presidents Fish of the Illinois Central and Russell of the Mobile and Ohio, along with Smith of the Louisville and Nashville, arrived for talks. Reports say a sale to Illinois Central is the subject of discussions, though officials deny final decisions.
A garbled report describes a serious accident involving Miller and associates in California. The piece cites shock and fear as factors, mentions land interests in the Packle area, and references aging wealth and medical concerns. Thefragmentary text includes misread names and unclear events but centers on a severe incident affecting a prominent figure and landowners.
Miss Dorothy Morton, lead performer with the Greek Slave Comic Opera company, caused a stir at Quebec’s Academy of Music by rushing the stage near the end and directing a insult at a box. She claimed the remark referred to a different lady in another box, not local legislators. Anxious audience members and attendees disputed the target as rumors swirled about comments on diamond worth.
A Shanghai dispatch reports the Chinese emperor abdication has caused a tremendous sensation in Japan where leaders urge stringent measures. The January 26 update notes a strong public and political reaction.
Oklahoma contemplates a strict quarantine against Kansas, aiming to block mail freight and passengers entering Oklahoma in retaliation for Kansas board of health actions against Kay county. Santa Fe reports officials consider the move unnecessary given mild disease, but it would halt traffic on Rock Island and other rail lines and stagnate business.
Hoyt's A Straw New York returns to Crawford Theater for a second appearance, likely drawing a large crowd, along with The Real White Brown a farce previously seen in Topeka. Paul Nicholson and Atlas setlson star in top acts with a specialty feature Darker Mt Ben Russia. A sermon by Prof. M Rudail on truthhood heredity and soul follows the program.
The Rev Dr Parkhurst sent a telegram to Governor Roosevelt urging him to “throw down” Platt saying the state would stand by him if he decisively attacks the canal powers. He advised naming successors to Payn until rejection shifts blame to Platt and state menicine, arguing a revolution is dawning and this is Roosevelt’s chance for greatness.
Gen Otis reports hemp ports at Sorsogon Danijel Bulan Albay Regaspi in the Philippines likely to be occupied further on Samar and Leyte by tomorrow. Lagaspi resistance ends with eight insurgents defeated near fortifications. Nashville guns support. Casualties include 25 dead at Bridge Head and several wounded including Capt Bradley Hancock. Hemp cargoes ready for shipment. ports to open on the 20th instant.
Senator Platt of Connecticut proposes a Porto Rico tax plan delaying self government. The amendment imposes a 5 percent duty on Porto Rico merchandise entering the United States and a parallel 5 percent tax on U S products to Porto Rico. Duties from Puerto Rican goods would be held in the treasury for Porto Rico under presidential direction. Another Platt amendment would delete the provision for Porto Rico and Hawaii delegates to Congress. Kiralfy arrested over theater accounting, Columbia theater books served at his home amid shareholder charges. Exposition strike in Paris involves 1000 workers seeking wage rise to one franc per hour.
W Bryan arrived from Harrisburg to Smyrna Delaware and spoke to a large audience in the Pag He rec details about governor Tunnel and evinced a warm welcome along the route. On the train from Wilmington a meeting occurred between Mr Bryan and Abner McKinley brother of President McKinley who was en route to Norfolk.
London reports a Progressive Chinese appeal for outside help amid a coup attempt against the dowager empress. General Jung Lu accused of disapproval, high officials replaced, and broad security measures enforced to safeguard the viceroyal capitals. An heir apparent is named to be prepared as a future emperor, though no new emperor has yet ascended.
A British expedition against the Tagais led by Salleh in North Borneo met with success. Capt Harrington and 100 men attacked the rebels, destroying a ribet foigasine and killing or wounding several, with four British wounded. Remaining district unrest subdued.
The Paris Tempo Rome Correspondent notes the government strikes another blow at the Mafia. A royal decree dissolves the Palermo municipal council, largely filled with allies of Signor Palmizzi. Patrols have intensified amid the ongoing crackdown.
A fragmented notice discusses sleep readiness and reading strategies, urging attention to fatigue and overwork. It mentions signs of sleep apnea, examinations, and possible underlying causes, warning against excessive strain and promoting careful evaluation of health and routines.
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