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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1900
Page
4
A collage of editorial fragments from the Topeka State Journal recounts politics and policy debates. It discusses African affairs, taxes, trusts, and the expansion of industry, with references to New York papers, Mr Gauges administration, and the Denver conference. The piece mentions labor, shipping, and printing paper material duties affecting the industry.
A torn column laments lack of faith among obsequious citizens and criticizes police, presses and censorship. It notes Spion's Kop's failure to shield the English, cites domestic strife, and discusses women resisting control by husbands, fearing death and oppression. The writer surveys social tensions in wartime attitudes.
Fragmented OCR recounts a presidential election debate on New York’s decisive role. It notes Cleveland’s potential victory if New York and neighboring states voted differently, mentions Hayes and Harrison variations, and discusses electoral majorities and hypothetical shifts in the ballot.
Fragmentary text outlines a political dispute over election opinion and timelines. Mentions Mr Pollizer and a candidate, with emphasis on remaining neutral until the next November election. Details are unclear but the item centers on a partisan disagreement and a call for continued fair discussion.
A fragmented poem-like note discusses notions of happiness and love among two women. It contrasts men's and women's reasons for marriage, asserting men value a partner's true self while women seek what they can shape in a husband. The piece uses quirky diction to reflect unanswered questions about romance.
A garbled OCR paragraph from They say and related notes reflects on morality, reputation, and social norms. It weaves observations about self control, financial status, relationships, and advice columns, with scattered, incoherent reflections on men, women, and daily habits.
Yesterday afternoon Mary Story and Jessie Isaam of the Salvation Army answered a warrant at the police station. The jailer questioned them about names and status as they sat in docket review. The scene closed with the fuller’s puzzled silence as court was called to order.
In ROC district court Osborn sues former clerk Neher for $145 plus interest on a note from 1896. Osborn, once Populist secretary, states Neher and partner borrowed $160 and repaid $60, seeking the remaining balance.
The readable lines show an amateurOCR sample mentioning Mr Clayton and a president, referencing a resolution and an executive, with scattered garbled phrases about safety and electricity. The passage is damaged, with incomplete names and dates, offering no clear event or outcome.
Chicago readers hear of a husband who woke to hear his wife’s name and a ghostly warning before she appeared near death. The couple’s friend rushed to the cemetery, where the wife, supposedly buried, revived in time. A suggested telepathic link between minds is offered as explanation.
The item reviews several works including Tee Manhood by Fernald on motherhood and home influence, La Tuile Nuit by Dumas abridged for French beginners, Mythology for Moderns by Metcalfe with illustrations, and a note on Coontown's 400. It highlights themes of domestic work, education, and humor in classical myths. The piece mentions publishers and price points for each title.
A fragmented catalog lists works from Lite Publishing Qu New Forkets and American Book Co New York Chicago. Included are drawings by Kenikie priced at 200 and books by Roark on psychology in education and education theory for normal schools. Also noted is Briton and Heer edited by Carnegie Bryce and Nordau with South African topics and maps.
New York reports consul general Charles Pierce received a letter from Dr Jendi Mulfer of the Orange Free State outlining how volunteers should proceed. He warns no enlistment via De Leyds or other officials, stresses self funding, and notes only those with verified credentials and Red Cross recognition may join.
A Grand Central meeting in New York drew large crowds to express sympathy for Boers and to raise funds for comfort of the wounded and distressed. Ex Judge George M. Van Hosen presided. notable figures sent letters. Speakers cited liberty as a universal ideal and argued against tyranny. The event showcased Boer and American alliance symbols and decorations.
General Hudson presided over a meeting of the anti bosses group attended by about 50 to 100 men. Speakers argued district organizations should act independently within the state party to oppose bossism led by Cy Leland, with no single leader chosen this night and plans to mobilize in support of M A Low for delegate at large and other district affiliates.
A chaotic Kansas Supreme Court session opens this afternoon amid sniper threats and tense remarks. The committee recommends dishonor for Peckham as others defend or question actions while news travels of Celinda Bushnell Brown’s death and funeral arrangements in Blue Rapids. Local figures including Leckie and Perkins of Lawrence attend, with various speeches set for Clay Center and Saintans area.
In a district court session before Judge Hazen, Archie Klein and Archie Bailey faced charges tied to operating a joint on Kansas Avenue between Sixth and Fifth Streets. Witnesses testified Klein frequented the joint. Bailey claimed he acted as intermediary. After hours of testimony, the jury found Klein guilty, Bailey awaiting appeal as Klein’s co-defendant.
Wr Bryan of New Orleans and Congressman John J. Lentz of Ohio arrived in Toston with Bryan club committees to meet the party in Providence. A large Democratic reception greeted them at the station and breakfast with notable guests including Washington club head President Washburn and several invited figures.
The divine Sarah Bernhardt erupts in anger over a decor with high hopes of a presidential honor. She believed recognition awaited her in New Year ceremonies, and now fumes that the Decorator’s art triumph should have brought her that名. Inner circle and Parisian gossip hint at a furious reaction that may spill into tomorrow’s chatter.
Des Moines Iowa January 30 all the saloons in Park county were closed today after the Iowa supreme court struck down a key petition. The board of supervisors met to canvass for a new petition but granted the anti saloon committee ten more days to investigate the alleged committee errors. Saloons will remain closed until the issue is resolved.
Washington reports discuss a dividend provision in favor of the Nativeat Bank of te per evel. Ohio notes show sympathy with Kentucky as Columbus reports the Ohio House debating compensation terms amid a tense session.
A finisterre dispatch states a torpedo boat named Maat or similar has been totally lost off Corunna with all crew presumed dead. The report arrives amid unsettled weather and naval activity in Finisterre waters.
A fragmented note lists a foray into a local event with unclear names. The readable bits mention a person and a place, suggesting a civic or social gathering but details are obscured by garbled OCR.
The article notes Representative E. D. McKeever plans to run again for the city district, rejecting a push to switch him into the county attorney race. Rumors place him as a candidate for speaker of the next house, with prior involvement in 1881 and a withdrawal allowing S. J. Osborn to chair the judiciary committee. Also rumored is W. Harrods as a city district representative candidate.
Indianapolis Int Jan 20 The joint conference of coal operators and miners resumed discussion of the Ridgely bill a memorial introduced by Congressman Ridgely Third Kansas district to regulate proceedings before federal courts The bill calls for trial by jury in indirect contempt President Mitchel praised Operator Chapman of Ohioan and urged a unified scale The exchange also touched on the national defense fund Morton of the Sunday Creek Coal Co argued miners earnings improving last year Ohio operators will not pay advances on run of mine basin
San Francisco reports sighting the transport Thomas bearing the bodies of General Lawten and Major Logan. The vessel was seen approaching Point Reyes around noon, bringing the fallen defenders home.
Jemimah Pinkston died this morning at home on 9 Clay Street. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 PM from Shiloh Baptist Church with Rev W Grant and BF Foster officiating. Survived by husband Kirk Pinkston and other relatives.
A government inquiry was launched into a matter involving the British consul at Washington and a coast issue. The senate committee examined the actions of a department and produced a report detailing inquiries and conclusions about the mutter.
In Rome on January the city reports rampant influenza gripping many residents. The queenly figure suffers a heavy weight from the prevailing disease as health concerns rise.
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