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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1900
Page
13
The meeting discussed the Republican ticket with Dolliver singled out as the Kansans’ preferred vice presidential choice. Respondents agreed the platform should oppose trusts and call for a firm convention stance. Senator Chaney stated that Dolliver is the clear choice for vice president.
A western tour by a prominent speaker draws praise for his oratorical skill and broad appeal. Delegates debate trust policy, favor Moderate measures, and discuss the political duties of the party while weighing candidates such as Dolliver and Deliver. Opinions split on extremism versus prudent action.
A Topeka Turn Verein class departs this evening for Philadelphia to attend the Turnfest from June 19 to 23. The decorated party travels via Santa Fe with stops at Chicago Niagara Falls Livisto and Washington before visiting New York City and Coney Island. About 5,000 attendees expected. Topeka participants include Miller Tensor Ktinge Gutzet with a larger group listed. The class plans a month away, competing in events such as rope climbing hop step and a jump and a firestone exercise.
Fragmentary OCR hints at officer roles within the K and L of S. The presidency and treasurer positions appear, with garbled names possibly including W. M. Hieben Foßwber. The document mentions the election process and refers to a meeting or session titled Stariin sak.
In Topeka and Emporia areas the executive committee includes W J Combs and G Minor with trustees J Blackey and others. Margaret Lutke Dreger and Dr HB Warner are among those directing the ceremony as newly elected officers are installed that night.
Washington reports that indemnity demands may follow China riot damages. American missionaries and native converts gain protection under treaty terms. Shanghai notes 10,000 imperial troops allegedly joined boxers as Yangtze Valley excitement grows though Che Foo remains quiet. China’s government instructed governors to withdraw forces.
Report on a visit to the White House shows Postmaster General Smith arriving for a consultation with the president. The Philadelphia trip and draft platform are noted with details about delegates, alternate seats, and alphabetical arrangements.
Philadelphia on June 26 reports Senator Scott of West Virginia urging the national committee to back an Elkins ticket. He wired delegation to bring an Elkins banner and shout, claiming strong support for Elkins as a presidential candidate. A baking powder ad appears at the end of the dispatch.
William Stryker ex state superintendent leading the Wa bulus ee county Institute visits Popeka and backs David Martin as fusionist nominee for associate justice. He warns of a split if Democrats resist, cites railroad influence and Republican acts, and says populists support Martin while railroads threaten to spend to defeat him.
Kansas Republican leaders defer moving headquarters to Kansas Avenue or Seventh Street until Chicago national headquarters in the hands of the national congressional committee confirms campaigning assignments for Kansas. They anticipate September shelling of the woods and active planning after the arena convention, with the state committee meeting likely June 1 or July 10 and no executive committee needed this year.
In Philadelphia on June 16, Republicans weighed the field for the nomination with no clear favorite emerging. Senators Hanna and Pistt showed no sign of presidential preference, while talks focused on White House confidence shaping delegates. Rumors linked Odell, Dolliver, Stock, and New York pressure to a possible nominee, but no decision awaited delegation arrivals.
Reported exchanges show Lt Governor Woodruff and Long as favored but contested candidates. Senator Hanna doubts Woodruff as a strong VP mate while McKinley era loyalties complicate administration support. Delegates and Western leaders press for Tripp and Bartlett as potential picks amid party loyalty gambits.
New York June 16 A large turnout eyes the Suburban Handicap at Sheepshead Bay with stars Ethelbert Imp Jean Beraud Kinley Mac and John Bright in the running as Perry Belmont’s Dry track and fair weather set ideal conditions. Ethelbert shown as favorite with strong challenges from Imp and Jean Beraud, others including Kinley Mac, Raffaello and Petruchio.
London reports Rustenburg occupied yesterday by Baden-Powell advancing toward Johannesburg and part of Pretoria to be reached by June 13. Standerton Heidelberg and Orange River District to be cut off from Transvaal. Rebels retreating, arms surrendered, and Kruger son Piet Kruger to submit. Buller cites property damage in Natal and Transvaal villages as disgraceful.
Nick Chiles a self styled colored newspaper representative arrives at Walton hallway in Philadelphia on June 6. He proclaims he is business manager of the Topeka Plain Dealer and flashes orange ribbons and a McKinley button. He says he represents the only colored paper worth reading and seeks Kansas delegation contacts but is rebuffed by the committee doorkeeper.
The Chicago market report summarizes a mixed trading day with grains and livestock under varied pressure. July corn and oats show modest gains while wheat faces heavy selling. Cattle and hog markets display activity with steady to higher pricing and strong demand notices. Weather and northern crop conditions influence sentiment as receipts and shipments appear in scattered figures.
A garbled note from Kareess City Missouri dated July records unclear listings. It mentions items priced in red and white with quantities but lacks coherent details.
The report notes Liverpool wheat futures strengthening on dry northern weather with optimism of a recovery, predicting higher prices and potential profits as bear positions wane. It cites New York money dynamics, cotton and sugar markets, and a firm butter market while discussing corn gains and provisions moving toward the 120 level.
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