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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1900

Page

6

President of State Bar Assocation Expounds on Expansion

The Clay Center bar president Coleman delivers a lengthy expansion speech to members, praised by the audience. He argues for national unity, limits of federal power, and the evolution of work and markets, noting Pacific commerce and Europe as key influences while urging orderly progress and constitutional balance.

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Legal Observations From Bar Meeting Highlight Tenacious Attorneys

Report on a state bar gathering notes distinctive traits of lawyers, praising diligence, focus, and professional polish. It mentions Justice Jokeeton, Chief Justice Docter, Judge Funtierhweite, and other judges from Topeka, Lawrence, and Wichita, along with several named attorneys and their roles at the event.

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Topeka Legal Bar Meeting Described By Witnesses

A fragmented report details a Topeka bar association gathering with roguish humor and vivid attire. Witnesses describe lawyers as veteran, varied in dress and demeanor, some sporting medallions or diamonds while many are war veterans.

Change the Slaw Judge Otis Seeks Punishment Law Change

A public note discusses capital punishment in the state, focusing on Governor commutation power and the impact on death row inmates. It argues the law lacks executive power, notes the influence of legislative action, and questions the fate and treatment of convicts awaiting sentence while urging clarity on penalties and procedures.

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Lawmakers Debate Unified Plea For Reform

The article details a促 discussion among bar association members about presenting a collective recommendation to the governor. It argues for a nonpartisan, humanity centered approach to legislation on future criminal justice, proposing life sentences as a possible remedy and urging collective action beyond party lines. The proposal received applause but no immediate action.

Hold Tugela Evidence of British Resolve at Spion Kop

There is a report indicating tenacious fighting at Spion Kop with heavy but uncertain losses. Troops remain resolute though the enemy’s entrenchments proved stubborn. The public must imitate the troops’ equanimity while attrition is expected to decide the war.

H C Jackson Again In Law Suit Over Life Insurance

A Burlington Jeffersonian report describes a district court case where H C Jackson, agent for Kan Tou Mutual Life Insurance Co, allegedly induced farmer George Bennett to sign a $200 life policy and a $1500 loan after Bennett drank whisky. Judge Versalion issued a temporary injunction. the matter slated for April terms, with company officials disputing Bennett’s account and stating Jackson was ordered to return the note.

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State Bar officers named for ensuing year in Kansas city

The State Bar associations officers for the ensuing year are listed with President Sam Kimble of Manhattan and secretary Del Valentine. Treasurer Howel Jones of Topeka and executive Milton of Garden City, with alternates and a committee appointed to support the amendment. The longtime secretary John W. Day and Charles J. Gleed preceded Mr Brown, who declined re election.

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Ambassadors dispute over Americans shot in Mexico

Washington reports Ambassador Clayton says no telegram from Mexico about Americans killed. The ambassador notes no evidence supports consul Kinrick’s claim that six named Americans were shot near Guaymas by General Torres and clarifies there has been no incident triggering such a report.

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Auction of Rare Stamps Expects Big Turnout in New York

A rare stamp auction runs January 10 to 12 with estimates from 200 to 1 200 dollars per lot. Highlights include a 12 denier wine stamp and several Canadian and Hawaiian issues. Philatelists nationwide are expected to attend in person with notable collectors from major cities anticipated to attend.

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Goebel End Near in Kentucky Senate Crisis

The article details escalating turmoil in Frankfort as Governor Taylor’s militia faces opposition. Senators Goebel and allies clash with authorities over adjournment, with warrants issued for Speaker Trimble and court actions halted by armed presence. Goebel’s condition worsens as the day progresses and key figures attend his bedside.

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Unclear: fragments describe guards at key buildings

Fragmentary text notes at 2 o clock detachments of infantry guarding the opera house courthouse capital hotel and penitentiary with emphasis on preventing disruption.

Opera House Court House Capital Hotel Penitenstary

Goebel Declared Elected Governor of Kentucky

Frankfort Ky Jan 21 Goebel lay near death from an assassin bullet as contest boards ruled him legally governor. The votes were cast with strict party lines ten to one for Goebel in the governor contest and nine to two for Beckham Marshall in the lieutenant governor case.

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Market Report Mentions Wheat and Prices

A scrambled market note references wheat trading with partial names like Colonen and Jan and mentions Herat. Details are incomplete, but the item signals a daily market snapshot with commodity mentions and price context.

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Grain Markets Mixed as Weather Impacts Crops and Livestock

Chicago and Kansas City receipts show continued activity with cattle and hogs steady to higher. Corn and oats price movement mixed amid weak wheat demand. Kansas City reports firm corn while hogs rise on strong receipts. London and New York markets noted declines and cautious buying amid weather disruptions affecting grain shipments.

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