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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1900
Page
4
A fragmentary public opinion column mocks Democratic and Republican splits over Bryan and the Populists, critiques the China crisis handling, and notes sugar trade profits. It also includes assorted social quips about married life, gender roles, and daily habits in a late 19th or early 20th century tone.
The Sugar trust has raised refined sugar to six cents per pound, with a 6.70 cent net price, arguing its policy benefits the public while critics say monopoly drives up costs. The piece notes centrifugal raw sugar at 4.75 cents per pound and discusses margins, refining costs, and profits, contrasting past and present refinery earnings and the impact on households.
Washington approves permission to widen the Chicago River and modify the drainage canal flow. The War Department forwards the order via Brigadier General Broveury Ntoot. The permit frees the government from expenses but reserves wartime power to regulate discharges through Lockport to prevent damage to navigation and property. The sanitary district is held responsible for damages from the flow.
State newspapers print notices from the 100 exposition company asking farmers to save their best grain samples for exhibition. Over 400 notices were sent out and are appearing in country papers. It is expected this will yield the greatest collection of grain ever shown. HH. M. pumps comments on the effort.
Forecaster warns no relief soon as Grand Junction and Caltrare register record highs. Observer Jennings questions the official map while forecast indicates continued heat into tonight and Saturday. Minimum temperature around 72 with southwest winds 12 to 18 mph.
Deaths noted in Topeka area include Julie Virginia Dorey of Boufeville Kentucky who died in Haiuda Me where the event occurred last fall. Heart benefit arrangements mentioned for Bisa Berry and Mes Ww. Undershort. Helena July 23 Neal Vawter United States marshal for Deputy Marshal Captain J F Myer and George Leekly departed for Cape Nome to await orders as martial law continues until federal officials arrive to restore mining district stability.
A report from St Louis dated July notes several men who came from Haltimere to join the St Louis Transit company have departed the city. They claim that conditions in St Louis differed from what was represented to them and intend to return home.
Kansas political figure Frank S. Thomas comments on the 1896 election defeat of Towne and the Populist influence. He predicts a Democratic win next November, notes Eastern opposition to Hull and Croker dynamics, and discusses Bryan, Hill, Towne, and Stevenson amid debates on silver policy and party strategy.
Fragmented political remarks recount past Kansas race struggles against Democrats. Speaker claims Republican victory despite depleted Democratic funds, cites Post Office pressures, Cleveland administration opposition, and strong party organization in Kansas as keys to future wins. Names and places include Kansas, Topeka, Concordia, Pepperell, and Grover Cleveland.
Washington July 15 Chinese minister Wu works to relay Secretary Hay's cipher message to Minister Conger at Pekin and return Conger's reply. Wu plans to use a Shanghai official to forward and fetch the reply, with delays possible as runners and couriers move the message between Washington and Pekin. This move follows Chinese edict handling and aims to show goodwill amid the emergency, while noting past transit times. Also an advertise sale for footwear at Hord Bros with various discount shoes.
The McKinley home hosted a quiet day after the day’s excitement. A forenoon drive to Meyers Lake featured the president, Mrs McKinley, Mrs Day, Sire Dawes and Cortelyou with Dr Rixey among others. Postmaster General Smith visited as guests called to pay respects.
Reports from St. Petersburg relay Chinese edict signaling union with boxers and ordering all Russians to permanently depart Manchuria. Chinese troops mass near Port Arthur as railway depots are handed to China, despite engineer protests and governor appeals for Russian help.
State treasurer Grimes received a telephone from Kansas national committeeman Dave Mulvane saying there is no foundation for the report that Corns. Laland had been named a member of the national Republican executive committee. The message was sent from Chicago while Mulvane attended a national committee meeting in Cleveland.
First Assistant Postmaster General Heath confirms to Associated Press that he accepted the job as secretary of the Republican National Committee after strong urging from Chairman Hanna and committee members. He noted President McKinley did not want him to quit the post office, and said discussions with Canton officials and the executive committee preceded his decision. Heath expects to serve once Chicago headquarters open, with further talks with Postmaster General Smith.
Oakland residents petitioned county commissioners over woolen mill waste disposed via a pipe to a pond. They claim the pond is stagnant and sanitary action is needed. County Physician Ellinger will investigate the matter.
July 12 report notes Mayor Harris and city officials discussing official recognition of the encampment in light of ongoing national race. Meanwhile a burglary at State Center’s Nason and Whitehill’s General Store ends with a shooting injury to proprietor Ben Whitehill and one suspect wounded. two other assailants escape. Retail ads promote ladies shoes at Hord Bros. and infant stock at Hort Bros.
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