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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1900
Page
6
This ad lists various fabrics and linens including cottons and towels. It promotes summer corsets and table linens direct from mills. It highlights prices such as 29 cents to 48 cents and notes lace and Valencienne laces in patterns per dozen yards. It targets shoppers seeking direct-from-mill bargains and seasonal goods.
Governor Stanley and John Breidenthal frame the Kansas campaign choices focusing on foreign policy, money, trusts, rail transport, and anti monopoly. Republicans urge expansion of commerce, an enlarged nation, and opposition to imperial aims while Democrats counter with policy critiques and calls for reform.
A fragment discusses campaign focus noting state issues will not be ignored while national contest motions will take center stage. It mentions a place and ongoing talk but offers no clear names or dates.
Ex-congressman Peters of Wyandotte county unexpectedly enters the Second District race against J. D. Bowersock. He says the nomination should be extended without contest and he cannot withdraw. Peters previously announced he would not run after defeating Jack Harris for the seat.
J Mack Love, chair of the state Democratic central committee, said fusion with the Potavist parties will be ratified and carried into effect at the Fort Scott convention. He noted the Supreme Court ruling in the visitation case did not dampen Democratic willingness to bind the agreement via the convention action.
Pusionists in Marion district discuss nominating Taylor Riddle 14 as fusion state senator candidate. Rivalry linked to cattle interests and livestock commission. In Barton County a fusion ticket names James W. Clarke, MW. Cabun, William P. Feder, Hennessy, Teas, Armstrong and others for local offices. Father sells infant son in Edwardsville for fifteen dollars in a carefully witnessed transaction.
A Herald report from New York cites Secretary Root urging publication of army officers reports on Boer War operations. Key lessons include avoiding frontal assaults, the need for artillery and internal arms, wiser artillery use after Colenso, strong scouting, and the value of amphibious cavalry and artillery. General Greely says the war will bolster peace for 20 years, and notes modern smokeless powder arms enable taking strong positions by flanking rather than direct attack. The Transvaal army’s lack of captured positions contrasts with the British ability to outflank and force retreat.
Col. Jot f Martin, sergeant at arms of the Democratic national convention, defends a $5 daily hotel rate in Kansas City. He says the charges are reasonable and compares local hotels favorably with others in the lead. a national committee sub-committee plans to meet June 14 to discuss hotel rates and related matters.
Missouri ex congressman Dockery heads toward the Democratic state convention in Kansas City with no opposition for governor. The convention expects unanimity in selecting state officers as over 1,000 delegates gather. Dockery faces no rival, while Sam Cooke, OC Crow, and James B. Gents are also favored for top offices.
The convention widens in a large tent in front of the county courthouse and is presided over as temporary chairman by Congressman William Cowherd of Kansas City. National Chairman William Stone Willis is said to attend, exerting influence in preparing the platform.
Two more foreigners from the Pao Ting Fu party arrived in Tien Tsin, one badly injured. The relief expedition and mounted Cossacks returned with reports of a clash with boxers at Yull, many killed or wounded. Lieut Treisky, Dr Hamilton, two troopers and a civilian were hurt. Eight Americans and three China Inland Mission members are said to be wounded or missing, with missionaries in great danger.
Chicago reports congressman Robert R. Hitt plans a United States Senate bid in the Forty-second General Assembly. The Tenth district nominating convention set for next Thursday may spark his campaign. Winnebago and Ogle counties anchor the district with ties to Senator Callom and Governor Tanner figures shaping the race.
Secretary Root sent to the senate an extended report on Philippine casualties from July 21, 1898, to May 24, 1900. It covers deaths among regulars and volunteers, wounded counts, and insanity cases including admissions to Washington hospitals and San Francisco stowage for transport. The figures show officers and enlisted losses, plus mental health admissions among regulars and volunteers.
Henry P Throop Topeka pioneer founder of the Throop hotel died at his Newark New Jersey home telegram notified Topeka daughter Mrs Irvins W Doolittle. Burial expected in Newark or Topeka cemetery interment may be in Topeka. Throop once wealthy built and expanded hotels and owned mining interests in Scranton. survived by his third wife and one child.
Senator Morgan reports favorably a resolution to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty and advance the Nicaragua canal bill. The report argues that if the Hay Pauncefote treaty can replace it, Congress must act to enable U.S. canal construction and neutrality guarantees, else risk blocking the canal project.
The forecast calls for partly cloudy tonight and Tuesday with possibly showers. The high today reached 75 degrees and the low 63, with cooler winds from the east at an even pace, marking a dip from recent days.
E K Good sues the city of Topeka in district court for 130 dollars claiming a wage claim for attendance at a January court session. Witness L Sheehan and A W Brown are referenced with alleged fees for two days totaling 2 dollars. Good seeks the remaining 31 50 after the city paid for one day.
A Lawrence Journal Atchison Globe and Wichita Magazine criticize Topeka for misrepresenting Mexjorial day while Topeka residents honor veterans with large processions and church services. Editors fault the coverage, but Topeka claims widespread respect for fallen heroes and notes street fair events occurred after services.
Washington June 4 conferees from both houses report disagreement on about two thousand red items in the sundry civil appropriation bill. Items in dispute include funds for the St Louis exposition rivers and harbors public buildings and lighting houses. Mansfield Ohio June 4 Mrs John Sherman suffered another stroke of paralysis Sunday physicians at bedside all night. Mount Holley Inn Baltimore destroyed new hotel under construction at Walbrook suburb with loss around 86000 and 36 percent insurance.
The Hutchinses plan to travel on the Rock Island Route with tickets dated late June 4. Final return is to be arranged, with a note that Jane uth is mentioned in connection with the return details.
President and Sinnere of news return from Munich to Potsdam for the traditional Shrimp pen fest invited by the Kaiser. Emperor Wilhelm greets delegates in a brief audience, stressing friendly US ties. Other notes include German society events, a new sausage controversy, Humboldt letters for sale, and an international lawn tennis tourney ongoing in Berlin.
June 4 market notes show wheat opening lower then easing with rains in the Northwest weighing on prices. Corn remains firm on strong demand and light supplies while provisions desks hold steady as packers buy. Kansas City and Chicago reports reflect varied receipts and price shifts, with cattle and hogs showing modest changes amid overall market softness.
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