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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1900
Page
6
An old newspaper advertisement asserts kidney trouble affects both sexes equally and promotes Swamp Root from Dr. Kilmer & Co. The ad claims mild and immediate relief, lists city and state, and invites readers to request pamphlets and testimonials.
A special excursion train carried seven hundred Sabetha residents as they toured city institutions and notable sites in a combined religious and civic event. Organizers and pastors led visits to reform schools, public parks, the statehouse dome, and other landmarks, with workers assisting at various points along the journey.
A garbled OCR snippet references names and places such as Baca Bape ene Pesary and Mtotgmchs Bogie. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events or outcomes to summarize beyond noted names.
Topeka avenue residents between Fourteenth and Fifteenth streets petition the city council to run the street car line south of Fourteenth Street or remove it. The line has rarely operated, only for events at the fairgrounds, and paving plans nearby may affect the track. City officials express intent to restore service when feasible.
Semple known as Col Lob Semple, jailed briefly on a contempt charge, was declared in custody but not in reality. The Amity case was called at 4 pm and continued to June 2. Semple’s bond was set high but he furnished it. defense to contest city powers to imprison under local liquor fines. The case moves to the Court of Appeals with briefs due and a July 1 hearing date.
Washburn college trustees report improved finances with endowment gains and higher student work. Three new teachers join Greek, German, and music. Prof Parsons leaves for North Western University law school. Charles M Sheldon elected trustee, LL Greenwood secretary. Debatable ads and notices appear among the text.
Tim McCarthy, long noted Kansas figure and former state auditor from Larned, died suddenly of heart failure. A veteran of Civil War service, he later built a political career in Pawnee and the Seventh district, then led the First State Bank of Larned after retiring from public life. He was born in Ireland and emigrated as a youth, leaving a lasting impression as a witty, upright public servant and staunch Republican organizer.
A funeral notice reports the death of Timothy McCarthy of Larned Kansas. The department commander orders honors and attendance by department officers and comrades, with services to be held in Larned and related funeral arrangements in Barnet and Holton.
The state board of charities named successful bidders for six month supply contracts. Firms across Kansas including Lee Grocer, Weber & Company, Jett & Wood, Brady Brothers, ALS Dry Goods, New York Mercantile, Johnston & Larimer, Hob Clothing, Armour Packing, and others will provide groceries, meats, produce, textiles, flour, and sundry goods to state institutions.
Philadelphia June 13 The Times editorially notes that Rear Admiral Schley’s name has been floated for president or vice president but his friends and views oppose any political candidacy. A May 15 letter confirms he would refuse any nomination and avoid public office, preferring retirement.
A Topeka Black man Harrison Wheat jailed ten years for robbing William Norton of 700 dollars in 1897 seeks executive clemency via Governor Stanley. Marion banker Harry Mason, jailed two years for creditors’ fraud, has supporters arguing punishment sufficed. Judge Hazen endorses Wheat’s pardon, citing severity of sentence and doubt at trial, while noting Wheat’s prison conduct and a pointed disagreement over a wardens report.
Wheat opened weak in Chicago on fears of war in Asia and North American crop concerns, then rallied as July contracts turned higher on profit taking and market support. Corn closed steady with receipts around 159 cars, and provisions showed light demand with prices easing. Livestock mixed with declines in cattle and various hog and lamb quotes noted. receipts tallied at Curtis and Kansas City markets.
Colonel W J Brean Mia and children arrived in Chicago and will head to Minocqua tonight. Visitors include Mayor Harrison Senator Jonex National Committeeman Johnson Charter AP Walan as talk centers on the forthcoming platform for 1Be with Comal Bryans Fan Ring mate and the Populine Heket.
Market gossip covers cotton and wheat with spot prices, receipts, and forecasts. Reports show cotton demand steady, wheat prices fluctuating with July futures bullish sentiment and rain affecting yields. Topeka cattle and produce figures listed alongside butter and sugar movements.
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