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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1900
Page
6
Dispatches report a conference of generals and officers from allied forces to organize the defense of Pekin left bank towns as foreign participation and governance are debated. Notes from MacDonald and the U.S. mission in Tien Tsin discuss famine, pestilence, and efforts to protect reporters and restore order during the Pekin crisis.
Washington reports a public transmission of a confidential China US telegraphic exchange. The Emperor of China appeals for US aid to restore value and peace, while President Grover Cleveland replies that US aims to protect American rights and deter foreign aggression.
Washington July 21 The president has listened to the Chinese appeal for mediation through Minister Wu and indicates willingness to intervene between the imperial government and the powers but only under conditions China must meet The reply aligns with Secretary Hay’s principles and stresses trust between parties The Chinese government has already begun terms toward the requested mediation and awaits the outcome of the démarche It is anticipated European powers will react to the Conger message authenticity concerns and the situation remains under careful watch by the United States and allied governments.
A garbled cable report discusses the safety of foreign ministers and a ripple of excitement at the state department. The excerpt mentions an unnamed source and surrounding circumstances, with unclear references to events and individuals.
New York July 24 hearing in the Neely case continued with George Marshall of the Cuba finance department noting the post office safe door was always open and funds were left in three drawers in plain view. Jobe D Lindsey showed that office staff and money order bureau workers all had access to the safe and deposits. Willa Hoffman of North American Trust verified deposits made for Neely. Major Eugene F. Ladd testified about deposits with Steteland de Cuba.
A city court heard a case involving Roger a manufacturing company and Chief of Police Ramsey. Charles Merkley claimed to be Geiger Co. agent in a dispute over machines alleged to pay in checks. Testimony described the machines as gambling devices with cash prizes. Police testimony noted losses by Sgt Donovan. Separate notices included a Missouri trip fare offer and a dyspepsia cure ad with claims of instant relief, plus sale of old papers.
Antis are lost as factions clash over the nominee for the First Pact. Democrats insist on fusion and warn against breaking the agreement, while Populists demand Martin and independence from fusion. A late conference yielded no statement. Moran of Eureka chosen temporary chairman to open the Democratic convention in Topeka.
Special to the State Journal Fort Scott July 4 Judge E Foote Topeka spoke after the convention began praising the People’s Party as born from distressed farmers and demanding money reform and currency policy changes. He cited Populist victories in Kansas, praised farmer protections, bank and insurance reforms, and public ownership ideals while criticizing Republican and Democratic administrations.
Editorial fragments reflect long running partisan shifts over forty years, lamenting patriotism turned to corruption and praising past Democratic positions while noting current misalignment with European policy and impending elections.
Late Dawson reports recount a fatal Yukon voyage: Antoine Perry Charles Sandstrom Oscar Van Buren and Louis Bouchard died. George Saxholm survived after days without food. The group left Atlin in 1895, separated in November, with Perry and Bouchard drowning in rapids.
A cloudburst washed out several hundred feet of Santa Fe track east of La Junta Cola, blocking main line air traffic and delaying through westbound trains by hours. Repairs completed. soaking rainfall across Kansas and Colorado boosts northern corn prospects. Troop movements listed include Rawlins transport from Batavia to Sedewick and engineers from West Point to San Francisco.
Secretary Hay departed Washington for Cleveland to attend the funeral of Mrs Hay's mother and is expected to return by Thursday.
Chicago market report notes wheat prices slipping due to weather and lower cables, with September opening down then recovering. Corn weak early on heavy grower supply, oats dull, provisions firm yet quiet, and flax price details listed. Livestock shows cattle steady with Texan slaughter steady and sheep market dull. overall tone aligns with a slow trading day and modest demand.
Kansas City market notes cattle receipts steady with calves cows and stockers shown. prices implied steady to strong for feeders and hogs. hogs and sheep markets referenced with mixed quality and regional dairy product prices. Taxonomy of grain and feed markets listed with corn futures and mixed No 3 corn and oats pricing.
An extended market brief from Topeka covers creamery dairy prices, produce receipts, Western wheat and corn futures, and stock market mood. It notes Chicago and New York money markets, cotton trends in Galveston, and foreign exchange vibrations with commentary on China and Wall Street sentiment.
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