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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1900
Page
8
The ad notes that while many soaps remove dirt, Ivory Soap uniquely keeps linens white and free from strong odors. It emphasizes that almost any soap cleans, but Ivory Soap leaves fabrics whiter and odors absent, and it floats.
The Kansas law and order party revival convened with officers named J. W. Barrett as chair and W. of Wedens treasurer. a motion set to supervise party work statewide. Support urged for public enforcement of prohibitory laws at every 12th, with volunteers joining county organization efforts in Shawnee and beyond. Headquarters were at the Tenn DuBding, 11 Keeane.
Report says Atchison sought fugitive Douglass Tainter captured in Missouri and awaiting requisition to return. Also notes a minor quarrel resulting in the deaths of James Burchett and C Outhyat in Atchison.
Washington reports Adjutant General Corbin outlines keeping a standing army of about 40,000 in the Philippines. He states no change in policy since General Otis’s departure and references the military establishment and law governing forces there.
A reader shares a long testimonial about using a health cereal product for nearly three years. They report improvements in well being and describe various bodily effects, including changes in energy and general health, while noting mixed results and cautious recommendation.
General Corbin announces a provisional 4000 strong regular and volunteer force to remain in the Philippines as needed, while volunteers from Cuba are to be returned home ahead of reorganization. Senate bills pass on water rights, and San Francisco approves penalties for prize fights. Local school board discusses building plans, salary increases, and heating upgrades for Polk Euclid and other schools, amid growing city needs.
Washington June 15 The house approved the senate amendment to the sundry civil bill allocating 5 000 000 for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition at St Louis The vote 127 ayes 73 nays came after a brief session with no opposition to the amendment and a demand for a roll call The move ends the debate with little time remaining before adjournment and leaves four appropriations in dispute
Delegates gather in Indianapolis for the Democratic state convention opening tomorrow at o'clock. A 1,527 member full delegation will arrive to shape the gubernatorial contest among John W. Kern Frank S Burke and Neison J Bomurth with possible late entry by B S Shively. Veep nomination talk, national committee roles, and platform disputes over money trust imperialism and Cuban post office scandals headline the gathering as Park M Martin chairs the proceedings with M M Ralston as presiding officer candidate.
Washington June 5. Doubt arises whether the United States postage stamps intended for the Purie exposition will be sent to France for any purpose. Three sheets of brief stamps were lost after their arrival at the exposition and questions arise about the safety of sending further similar collections there.
Government officers raid the Metropolitan Medical college on West Van Buren arresting President Juamex Armstrong Vice President J H Randall Secretary Thomas Armstrong and former Secretary Charles M Hover. They face charges of defrauding students as the institution linked to the Independent Medical College and National Law School sold medical and law degrees for 2 to 3200, with graduates practicing across the United States and abroad.
Delegates gather in Parkersburg as Judge John J Hott of Huntington leads the hunt for the gubernatorial and senatorial nominations. Judge Lewis N Tavenner of Parkersburg trails, while McGraw’s backing boosts Holt’s chances. Key supporters listed include Miller Armstrong Davis McKinley Campbell and BenSiett, signaling a tense power shift before the next ballot.
An English notice from Winshineton reports plans to convert a Civil War monitor for use in rapid fire guns aboard Admiral Farquhar's vessel. Naval experts note the Belle Isle test by the Majestic revealed a wreck with extensive shell damage, prompting suggestions of changes in British harbor defenses.
Discussion centers on authorizing the Ticll Ister experiment using an old monitor, with hopes that department action will allow its use as a target. Monitors are of little value, but the reform potential is considered highly valuable for New York’s Kyursarge project.
June notes list multiple federal and local post office appointments across Kansas and Oklahoma Territory. Names include John M. Lander in Newton and Kate A. Zillager in Topeka, with other staff changes in Wichita, Kansas City and nearby towns.
Miss Mary E Kingsley traveler and priest Canon Kingsley has died at Simonstown after medical care for stomach and digestive ailments. The report notes hospital treatment and mentions attempts at nourishment as organs fail. Also references other commercial ads and remedies in the era.
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