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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1900
Page
1
London and Berlin circulated varying depictions of Mafeking relief with telegrams claiming General Warren lost numerous guns and the siege possibly raised. London dismisses full retreat claims while reports from Berlin and New York reflect conflicting accounts of Buller’s and Warren’s movements and battlefield outcomes.
The report alleges the German army’s command disputes reach high levels. Cabinet members and officials attend meetings amid rumors that Warren’s division faced a decisive loss. Berlin confirms tension over strategic moves and possible retreats amid growing press scrutiny.
News reports the sudden death of Phil Armour Jr at Montecito California from lung disease at 41. Son of J Ogden Armour, he had been in poor health for weeks after leaving Pasadena and Chicago, with details tracing his family ties, travel, and funeral plans while noting his distant relatives and business connections.
The War Meter Democrat versus Bercy Republican in a tally aimed at predicting the outcome of the Goebel Tayloe race. The reported vote favors Van Steter for a gold of M to 45, with Republicans and Democrats both acknowledging the forecast.
Fragmentary spring forecast notes a warm spell ahead with rising temperatures and potential high seas. Mentions cold fronts and temperature readings around 35 degrees, uncertainty about precipitation, and a broad national reach from the West to the East.
New York weekly ante statement shows surplus reserves down by 1,082,500 while loans rise by 7,018,007. Specie in circulation remains reported with a surplus of 2,277,970 above the required 25 percent reserve level.
A State Journal report quotes Judge James A. Ray of Wellington promoting fusion medicine with ex Chief Justice David Bar for governor and Judge Martin for the supreme bench. Ray outlines anti Republican themes including gold standard, trusts, and silver policy, urging integrity and public service over personal interest.
County Attorney Jetmore declines to bring an injunction to halt auditorium construction awarded to Eick Laird and Blackman. He says the state will not be used as plaintiff, and the mayor and council may proceed under the contract with the lowest responsible bidder, Black, Latrit & Blackman, after bid compliance and city procurement rules.
The city council weighs several proposals to reclaim the belt and, after careful review, identifies Black, Late & Blackman as the lowest responsible bidders with a bid of $0.601. The report, adopted by eight votes to three, notes rivals J. S. Brorse and LD Hversole had bids lower than Black, Laird & Blackman, but no injunction was pursued.
The piece argues Parson Sheldon aims to publish a daily paper to test newspaper precision. It questions editors turning preacher for a week and suggests J. K. Hudson fill in, noting a potential exchange with Sheldon’s pulpit sermon. If Topeka objects, the Globe editor may respond in the Topeka Journal to teach 55,009 readers.
In Shawnee county a tangled political dispute unfolds as Collins and others discuss the Horton agreement signed by Horton Mulvane and Rodgers. Curtis accuses the Shawnee delegation of backing outsiders while Bailey defends the pact and questions Curtis claims. Voters seek clarity from the Shawnee delegation about the Horton convention and the reputations of the signatories.
The Pekin fatalities arriving in San Francisco include Kansans from the Twentieth Kansas Infantry and other units. Private Lewis W. Ferguson and Private George Willa Venell are named among the dead or missing, with 28 killed, drowned, or died of sickness. Bodies sent to the Presidio for burial as relatives in the West arrange final rites.
A boy about six years old named J. J. Vanehn of Colorado was killed instantly when struck by a Rock Island train near a culvert east of Mu & Smith station west of Kansas City. A $30 pension voucher payable February 4 to James J. Vausho of Company G Twentieth Indiana Volunteers was found in his pocket. An inquest will be held at Borner Syrines.
Governor Stanley backs home finding for reform school and Topeka state reformatory inmates. He proposes paroles to place 16 boys in good homes, with women’s clubs and interested parties urged to assist and provide employment. He believes idle youths can be reclaimed through housing, training, and supervision.
A large audience watched Hoyt's Stranger in New York last night. Critics note mixed features but condemn the vulgar portrayal of Hattie and the unwomanly dialogue. Topeka audience remained largely silent except for gallery spectators.
John T. Alocre, foreman of Swift’s ranch near Hoyt, accuses Taylor Riddle of negligence over cattle with suspected hydrophobia. Moore and other workers fear infection after delayed state veterinary response. Governor Stanley ordered immediate investigation.
A dispatch from Sorguson dated January 25 reports Brigadier General Kobbes expedition occupying Sorsugun Donsdt Bussu Lecaspi and Virae on Catatan dance island. Five Americans wounded 45 dead and 15 wounded Filipinos found at Legaspl. About 125000 bales hemp in provinces and 78000 bales in ports. Nashville burned 4000 bales in Leza pl. Natives opposed friars and native priests are officiating in churches. One American killed and five wounded. 1 American prisoner record found. Expedition plans to move toward Samar and Leyte with forces distributed.
Three masked men bound four employees at Dr Fahmey and Sons factory in Chicago last night. They blew open the safe, escaped with 1700 dollars in currency and notes, and caused a major office wreck from the explosion. The blast rattled the neighborhood.
J. R. Burton, fresh from Washington, works on a long document outlining the linen of fin campaign for the senate and will open the campaign when published at the Capitol.
Boston January discussion questions the Book of Genesis origin author and dating. Dr Lyman Abbott cites modern literary or scientific views and proposes Genesis may be an introduction written by an unknown prophet rather than Moses. The talk notes Genesis existed before Noah, with emphasis on proposed redaction and dating.
Production news indicates manufacturing demand is rising after a slow start. Text discusses woolen and other industries, price pressures, and increasing orders, with exports and stocks noted in iron, steel, and textiles. Retracing imports, prices, and regional outputs, the item reports cautious optimism for a busier year ahead.
The notice reports the deaths of an infant and the wife of Dr. Kus Sain with funeral arrangements pending. Details mention a Friday service and a funeral date, indicating deaths in the community and forthcoming services.
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