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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1900
Page
8
The passage extols Ivory Soap for home use praising its gentle lather and floating quality while contrasting it with other soaps. It emphasizes ease of household chores and the perceived value of having Ivory Soap in the home, addressing both men and women in a light promotional tone.
The Silver Republican convention adjourned after readers accepted the report on electing delegates to Kansas City. A list of names was read from Secretary Stevens of the national committee, with speeches criticizing the administration and calling out party factions. The report described rivalries over the Silver party, unity claims, and ties to the national administration. Delegates were elected to both conventions.
Disturbances in the East prompt several Chinese banks to suspend payment and European firms to withhold advances. The Bank of England official expresses concern, warning that a payment stoppage would be serious and far reaching as war markets raise demand for silver.
A fire in Clay Center last evening about 7 o clock destroyed Newbury's livery stable and two nearby structures before the fire company could control it. Horses and most buggies were saved while several small buildings were wrecked. A strong southerly wind aided the flames.
Miss Morrison bound over to appear July 2 on a new charge of perjury following a threat by Mrs. Cantiu a week earlier. Bond set at $5.00 was posted. Mrs. Castle is reported recovering.
A testimonial from Mrs. C. H. Lowe of 681 Parker St Hoxbury Massachusetts claims Grape-Nuts cured her long standing indigestion after following a doctor’s advice to use the cereal every morning. She states the food is predigested by natural processes and does not tax the stomach, and her entire family now uses four packages weekly.
New York reports 74 bodies recovered after the North German Lloyd pier fire. Rescue crews paused late at night with 67 found. divers and wreckers continue, hoping to locate more remains in Main and Bremen. One unknown man’s body was found at Jersey City’s Essex Street. Many injured in Jersey City and Bellevue hospital near recovery. Mayor Fagan of Hoboken vows prosecutions for tug captains accused of refusing to save drowning victims. End with potential license revocation for offending captains.
Rev Charles Sheldon of Topeka Kansas told Associated Press reporters today he has no authority for his name as vice presidential nominee and has no intention of accepting the nomination.
Senator W A Harrie names Merrill Spaulding of Concordia as cadet to West Point and Norman F Ramsey of Topeka as alternate. The Topeka youth, famed for a heroic World War II record with the Twentieth Kansas in the Philippines, enlisted at 16 after graduating from Topeka High School.
Thomas of Topeka and Overmyer were among Kansans who scored at the Kansas City convention. The state’s ticket allotment was handed to them, with Thomas choosing singer admissions over ten general session tickets, a decision tied to the contention over the Kansan allocation.
A regular Tuesday advance in New York reports a tenth of a cent per pound rise in refined sugars by American Sugar Refining. The movement mirrors similar increases from other refiners as the market reacts to announced price changes.
Berlin reports Count von alrahi p of thirty five ties. The Anti Imperialist Convention in Chicago on July 3 announced a call for a general convention of anti imperialists to meet in Indian on August 16. The notice underscores unity among groups and dates for the gathering.
Berlin dispatch reports the German emperor urged marines sailing for China to avenge the murder of Haron von Ketteler and missionaries, pledging to plant the German flag on Pekin walls to dictate peace. British, French, and Russian forces are not advancing toward Pekin relief.
Kansas City July 2 Towne faction grows bolder claiming Towne leads Danforth of New York for vice president. Eastern delegates stay silent while western silver camp backs Towne or Sulzer, highlighting Hill, Bryan, and fusion strategy as the convention fight narrows to Towne versus Sulzer with Tamany Hall influence watching. Senator Tillman backs Towne, asserts Bryan's leadership obviates a firm platform.
Senator Teller of Colorado arrived in Kansas City to attend the Republican convention and likely preside. He urged that the Democratic platform reaffirm the call for free silver coinage at 16 to 1, opposing any omission that might appease gold Democrats and weaken the party’s stance on monetary reform.
In a Harlem exchange William Goat warns readers after a narrow escape from a lawn incident. Nanny Goat cautions against unsafe handling. The dialogue promotes Pond's Extract as a tested remedy for cuts and wounds and cautions against inferior witch hazel preparations. It stresses safety for children and proper bottle sealing and sourcing.
A speaker argues the national convention must reflect sentiment and declare adherence to the 1888 principles on the subject. He warns that failure to take a definite stand will ruin party prospects in the coming election and that no other questions warrant departing from the 86.7 platform.
Kansas City July 3 sentiment favored David T. Fitz for vice president echoed by Wisconsin delegates who arrived today. Former Governor George W. Peck said the delegation will caucus this afternoon to decide whom to support and noted they have discussed the platform and the silver question.
Kansas City July 1 The subcommittee of the national Democratic committee recommends seating the Clark delegation from Montana. The vote was in Clark's favor with Mr Williams the sole dissenter. The national committee unanimously approved seating Clark's Montana delegation on that recommendation.
In Paris on July 3, a ceremonial unveiling of the equestrian Washington statue, a gift from American women, featured speeches by U S ambassador Morace Porter and Consul General Good. Delcasse praised the gift, noting it embodies virtuous leadership and democratic ties, as the bronze statue stands about fifteen feet high atop Milford granite pedestal. The work, cast in New York, with American architects and sculptors, marks a primarily American creation for France.
London July 3. The War Office received word that General Hunter's division crossed the Vaal and should reach Frankfort today, where Colonel MacDonald’s brigade from Hellbrow will join. General Buker’s brigade has left Standerton for Graylingstad.
Governor Theodore Roosevelt arrived by private car with General Miles and Paul Morton, greeted by Indians cowboys and Rough Riders as 15 000 residents and 10 000 visitors packed Oklahoma City. A hot dry day cooled by a west breeze, a civic and military parade preceded Roosevelt’s address to the crowd.
A batch of brief notes from Alma and surrounding areas covers a Fourth of July plan for a German visit to Alma tomorrow, conventions in Kanawha City and Charleston, police and railway updates, temperance talks, and a Detention Hospital bid. Several local residents and officials are mentioned with minor movements and social events planned or reported.
St Louis July 6 an agreement signed by St Louis Transit Co and two former employees plus union executive committee. Provisions preserve March 10 pay and hours, allow workers to join or not join unions with non discrimination, ban intimidation, and outline procedures for hiring from a list of laid off workers. Edward S. WTA chaired the committee. B Edwards signed for the company.
Governor Roosevelt will tour several Illinois towns on his return trip. James McKinney and J. Mack Schell will accompany him from Quincy to Chicago, with stops at Mendota, Macomb, Princeton, Aurora, and Galena. The Quincy demonstration signals the opening of his empire campaign in Illinois.
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