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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1900

Page

3

Protectorate Policy for Cuba Dominates Era Debate

A historic wire-length account details a proposed long term American protectorate over Cuba. It describes administration aims to police the island indefinitely and possibly permanently, with debates over withdrawal, military presence, and political implications for Cuban elections and regional stability.

Washington America Cuba Peedon Gur Thape Yale Asia Songwittus McKinsey

Trials of a Mayor Draw Local Attention in Betras

A garbled report describes Mayor Utew calling for recruits at a mall and other unclear civic actions. The text mentions a desire for a reply or audience, a person named Betty, a city chamber, and a request related to a mill, with scattered references to a meeting and a gas issue.

Rough Riders event notes from June to July 2 in Midwest region

Fragmentary OCR notes record rough riders and races, mentions July 4 in Indian Territory and Kansas events. Includes scattered dates from June 3 to July 2 and references to locations, livestock or horse activities, and local delays. The text remains largely unreadable with many garbled terms.

Asnual Reahian Itrasewreit Ceiabata City Ibiy Lew Wencett Abe Wade I. Kanean Mirsoutt Sreeke

No Pavors For Studante Refused Rates From Brudelio

Fragmentary line reads that a student request or protest against reduced rates was rejected. The garbled text mentions Brudelio and a semimeir vacation, with unclear context. No clear names, dates, or places beyond Brudelio appear usable for a fuller headline or summary.

Studante Brudelio Ceérmain Lines Crete

Railroads Face Turbulent Reforms and Radical Shifts

Aged and new railway management clash as departments overhaul staff and codes. Radical changes spark debate on efficiency versus disruption, with leaders forced to trim costs while preserving service quality amid cycles of reform and reorganization.

Train schedules loom for convention travel to Kansas City

Report describes extensive Santa Fe passenger movements and special trains from eastern Kansas to Kansas City around a July 4 convention. Lines from Santa Fe and connections near Newton and Hutchinson enable large crowds to reach the event, with Pullman cars used as temporary quarters and multiple trains planned for arrival and departure to accommodate the anticipated attendance.

Santa Fe Kansas City Atchison, Smee & Sapta Fe Railway Bevan Newton Harpuria Comey Kansas Fsb Pullmars Passeneee

Presidents New Plan Special Agents Appointed in Investi gate

The text notes a new presidential plan with special agents appointed to investigate rate cutting. It mentions Kansas Okte in June and describes a principal feature aimed at conserving something unspecified. The fragment hints at centralized oversight to curb rate cutting by Western entities.

Kansas Okte

Committee action mirrors St Louis plan for traffic data

The Simmittee at U8 treeting decided a course of action similar to the St. Louis committee. It aims to appoint experts to study the traffic situation and compile a report. EH Courtright will lead Kansas City efforts, with two to four specialists to aid in gathering data and informing railroad presidents and executives through the respective committees.

St. Louis Kansas City Committee EH. H. Scurtwright el We Western Trunk Line Breight Association Courtright Geents Ah. Courtwright Kansas City Felton The Allen Roads Kent

Picnic at Lakeside Park Draws 200-Plus Attendees

Santa Fe picnickers enjoyed a pleasant day at Lakeside Park St Joseph with trains from Topeka arriving by 9 am and 1 pm. The Reds beat the Rounders 13 to 6 in a Wall game while George Sherman earned multiple jumping prizes and Walter Tasker won a cigar box prize. Prizes for walking and cake walking went to Mrs Wilcox, Thomas Nernigan, Miss Martha Miller, and Mr Tisdy Conklin. Trains returned about 10 pm with committee members James McNeal, Robert Wells, and Charles Cross coordinating the event.

Lakeside Park St. Joseph Topeka St Joseph Ahout Rede Rounders Reds Sullivan Thompson Sherman George Sherman Walter Tasker Martha Miller Tlsyd Conklin Ag Thomas R Nernigan Cheara Plessanty Yes James McNeal Robert Wells Yef Charles F. Cross John Kepiin Ed McCarney Ed Brescett Aka Stockwell al Coin Charles Cross Frank Kinsey RS. Stockwell Plack Dicks Jipissa Doe Dee Albasador Whe Tweyer Raushman Wile Fan Hoerk Joe Big Seal John Hupie

Rally Promises Growth for Railroad MC Membership

The Railroad MC holds a rally promising new members will enjoy the same privileges as current ones. A special watch is offered to the member securing the greatest number of recruits, donated by a Chicago firm and arranged through Santa Fe official H S Montgomery.

CAL Santa Fe Montgomery

Storing Coal at Newton by Santa Fe Railway

The Santa Fe will unload storage coal at Newton similar to Weber. About 230 tons were unloaded last week, with 10 000 tons planned near Herr if land is bought. A large force of men will work, and the operation is expected to last about three weeks.

Astaire Newton Santa Fe Herr St. Marys Kuw Valley

$10,000,000 For Steel Cars

Raw material costs and market charges drive the steel car program as 40,000 tons of steel are in use or on order, totaling about $15 million in expenditure to date.

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Santa Fe Seeks Injunction Against Health Certificate Rule

San Francisco June 1 C XNI Bierry chief counsel of the Santa Fe will today ask the court to enjoin the enforcement of Dr Kinyoun's order providing for the inspection of health certificates at the gate. Orient Road Subscription Angelo Tex June 18 The subscription list for the Kansas City Mexico line shows a 500 dollar goal amid sparse notes from readers.

Santa Fe San Francisco Cal C. Xni. Bierry The Tenorine Dr. Kinyoun Orient Road Angelo Tex Kansas City

Roosevelt Stampede Sparks Vice Presidential Bid

Rumors swirl that Theodore Roosevelt may accept a vice presidential nod as Pennsylvania and New York delegates push a coordinated plan to stampede the convention. Key leaders including Quay and Pratt back Roosevelt, aiming to unify support across multiple states and defeat McKinley.

Payne Seen as Platt's Likely Vice President Pick

New York congressman Serena B Payne of Acbur, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, travels to Philadelphia as a leading vice presidential candidate. Report says Payne, who has served nine terms in Congress, is favored over rivals, with past ties to Platt and influence in the Republican Party.

New York Platt Wes Fin Avenue Hotel Serena B. Payne Acbur House of Representative Payne Philadelphia Dobn F. Parkhurst House of Repre Seputer Flatt Tis Cesar

Hanna Booms Bliss In Philadelphia Nomination Shock

June 25 report from Philadelphia describes a dramatic shift as Hanna, Bliss, and McKinley figures surface in political maneuvering. Key players including Mr Bitz resist nomination amid private reasons, health concerns, and business ties, while administration leaders weigh the impact on the race and future support.

Ihscape Van 9 Wellman Philadelphia McKinley Ines Ainestly Saministration Bitz Fe McKinsey Hanna Hanes

Boer Envoys Arrive in Philadelphia Amid Political Curiosity

Philadelphia June 18 Republican leaders greeted Boer envoys Blacher Wessels and Wolmarans in the hotel rotunda. The visit drew partisan debate as locals debated policy points while the envoys planned to stay until the close of the commotion before likely moving west.

Philadelphia Walton At- Spell & Lomecraftic Blacher Wessels Wolmarans Baltimore West

Victory for Hanna at Walton Hotel elevator incident

An Ohio man named Mark Hanne was left on the tenth floor of the Walton Hotel today as a basan elevator discharge event drew crowds. The elevator would only travel between the first and tenth floors, and Hanna insisted on being carried to the office amid the onlookers.

Hanna Basan Walton Hotel Philadelphia Sys Ie Ik Mark Hanne Ohio Elersier

Political maneuverings and club arrivals spell tense race

The article chronicles rival political moves around Vice Presidential prospects involving Bliss, Hanna, Platt, and Biles, with talks of alliances and conventions. It notes Senator Hanna’s uncertain meetings, party factions, and a series of club arrivals in Philadelphia and Atlantic City as parts of the maneuvering.

Wood Aide Eyes Wood For Vice President Bid In Philadelphia

Official circles report that Major General Leonard Wood may be pushed as a vice presidential candidate at the Republican convention in Philadelphia. Western backers from Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana, Iowa and Michigan reportedly seek authority to press the bid, with support from Roosevelt boomers and Green faction leaders. Wood himself remained reticent. The drive follows Cuban municipal results.

Sins Pennsylvania Roosevelt Rose Quay McKinsey Roosvat McKintey Mcny Atturnes Jose P. Elkin New York Nlsity MrKinsey Havans Cas Indiana Iowa Michlesn Leonard Wood Philadelphia Touse Wood Tivins

Exhibition incident at hotel involving New York visitor

A New York visitor named Tiny Tim visited the hotel suites near the Bellevue with the aim of exhibition. Mr Biss questioned the propriety of such an act and whether to admit guests, while intimate friends supported the idea. The visitor occupied rooms with the lieutenant governor nearby and moved to Walton as soon as he learned a neighbor had arrived.

New York Biss Tiny Tim Wiselehbor Walton Bellevue

Bush Ambition. Ex Secretary of State Seeks Congress Seat

Ex secretary of state W. F. Bush is drawn into the Second district race after moving from Topeka to Fort Scott. Despite denials, supporters fear a political showdown as Bush faces opposition and signals a renewed bid, with insiders noting his cautious approach amid the campaign. Mason Peters joined the race two weeks ago, escalating the contest as Bush remains hesitant.

Congress W. F. Bush Topeka Fort Scott Bush Mason Peters Jane New Bush

Topeka Pastor Fares Well in England Lectures

Rev. C. M. Sheldon of Topeka Kansas has won a hearty welcome in England delivering lectures. He was hosted in Liverpool by Rev. C. T. Aken who has lectured in America. Large crowds heard him recount his experiences, which fed interest among British audiences.

Topeka London C. M. Sheldon Kan England Liverpool C. T. Aken America Mr. Sheldon

Martin's Marion friends clash over Fourth District run

Martin of Marion criticizes political allies for seeking to bar his bid for Congress in the Fourth District. The Democrat facing a two year term accuses J. M. Miller and associates of depriving him of a chance to campaign.

Henerson Martin Marion Martin J. M. Miller

Utah climate lauded by early explorer and rail offer

The diary of Father Silvestre Velez de Escalante recalls Utah’s balmy air and rich climate near Great Salt Lake. Union Pacific offers a round trip fare from Missouri River to Ogden and Salt Lake City with $2 extra, valid June through August, with a fall deadline.

Utah Silvestre Velez de Escalante Utal Great Salt Lake Union Pacific Ogden Salt Lake City Missouri River F. A. Laws City Ticket Agt J. C. Prurox

Political jockeying over district nomination and defeat

The piece reports on Republican and Democratic shifts in a district race. Martin writes to allies seeking guidance on another nomination bid while Democrats privately doubt his prospects. Miller defeats a rival as Sime Tin secures a joint nomination, sparking talk Madden could have beaten Miller.

Martis Bels Martin Tranghoes Sime Tin Chatem Madden Miller Opinon

Riches of Nome from the Alpha steamer report

Vancouver news notes Nome gold yields from a single claim worked by 20 men earning $15,000 in one week and $9,000 in a month. Passengers shared $2000 in gold dust, with Tom Gil Seattle earning $145,000 and J C Motaghan Denver among others. The Alpha travelled from Vancouver April 5 to Nome via St Michael, carrying 22 passengers and customs compliance. New stucco beds and mineral leases are mentioned in the county, and a Kansas City based line plans a new railway expansion in the region.

Vancouver B.C Alpha Bima Jack Brady Jack Gil Seattle J C. Motaghan Denver Frank Gren Kansas City Glen Tinsley Dawson Nome Cape Nome Alnie Nome Pot Negretm St. Michael St. Michaela Nom Guidete Mteh Exeater Geld Thie County Kansas Rock Island D Pacific Railway

Denver to Colorado Springs Pueblo and Return Fare

Travel notice for a Denver to Colorado Springs Pueblo and return route via the Santa Fe with a fare of 24 dollars. Tickets go on sale June 1. Stopover allowed at Colorado common paints Stadshaw handmade harness.

Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Santa Fe Colorado

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