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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
4
Panoramic 19th century political commentary notes the tug of war over the vice presidential nomination, naming Dewey, Addicks, and Bryan as key figures while tracing historic Republican convention choices. The excerpt juxtaposes party strategy with personal anecdotes and editorial musings from Topeka papers.
A collage of pithy quips and parlor humor from a Chicago paper, including jokes about clocks, hens, serious editors, and social mores. It features brief gags on teaching, drunkenness, wealth, and wit, with a section labeled Quaker Reflections and light exchanges about plays, lawyers, and public manners.
An editorial framing Uncle Sam's road program as a federal effort to connect rural communities from Daylen to the National Farm School, using a Telford foundation and macadam surface. It argues improved roads will stimulate farming and loyalty to the program, while criticizing bureaucratic hurdles and wasteful spending.
An event described as a great mishap occurs during a morning rush on a bus. A man fails in a notable act, prompting comments on a dramatic moment and the reaction of bystanders. The account mentions a notable figure AbCuL in connection with the scene.
Scott, secretary of the state labor, returned from Kansas City where a department branch was closed. He notes about 90 men placed in harvest work, with most recruits from southern and western Missouri. Wages average two dollars a day. nearly all workers had funds and clothing. Distribution of workers matched requests across towns including Henn Abbyyville, Ohiahome City, Kremlin, and Ole 5.
Sunday excursion with round trip $1.60 leaving Tipike at 7:20 am arriving Beatrice 12:00 pm. Return from Beatrice 6:00 pm arriving Topeka 10:20 pm. Memphis House Fast Train from Kara City at 7:00 pm to Birmingham Atlanta Sew New York next morning. Route includes many southeast points with parlor car service.
Mount Williams of Lansing, head of the Prohibition state central committee, faces violent hatred from brewers and liquor interests in Leavenworth county. He campaigns against liquor despite personal threats and firm opposition from Water, Topeka, and Pacific rail associates. Williams refuses to bow to liquor power as he continues his Prohibition drive and argues for strong enforcement of a prohibitory law.
Start faces release on Supreme Court mandate but district court delay may keep him jailed until December. Leavenworth census shows 200,000 population, up 1,420 since 1890. Rickerdyke Home officials appointed in Ellsworth, Colorado. travel routes highlight Denver Rio Grande lines with through Pullman cars and ferrying tourists to Utah and the West.
Tickets on sale July 9 10 19 Gri Aug 18 with stopovers allowed between Prehio and Denver and only at Colorado Springs. Final Minnit of Acieet October Bist. See T. Te King agent for particulars.
Fragmented and garbled text appears to reflect public discussion about pay, with unclear references to examinations, inquiry, and pleas for openness. It mentions people urged to come forward and to be examined, noting concerns over who pays and the process.
Philadelphia June 20 The picturesque clubs led by Two Four Washington, a Negro group, arrive amid a riot of umbrellas and banners. Marchers seek speeches from Woodrum. none appear. The Young Metii from Cincinnati brings a large band, but no explicit campaign banner is shown as clubs display origin and affiliations.
A St Louis report notes stock brokers wagered late on June 20 over Roosevelt’s potential Republican nomination. Early odds favored Roosevelt, with brokers such as S. Schuver and J. S. Jones backing the Roosevelt bet as the market reacted to convention prospects.
Senator Platt departed for New York City early this afternoon and said he would not return or participate further in the convention due to impaired health. The nomination would complicate the ticket's chances, he added as he left.
London reports that Seventeen events at Ascot earned five American jockeys £23 54s, while others earned £14 055. Reiff rode forty times from forty nine mounts. the piece notes Americans’ mastery and English jockeys’ need to improve. It highlights Royal Ise and influential jockeys, with remarks on training and performance on the rail.
SB Kokanour of Clay Center clashed with Prohibition delegates over his self written resolutions attacking Republicans Populists and the ballot law. He faced committee suppression yet persisted, denouncing legislatures for liquor licensing and amending prohibitory laws. The platform ultimately adopted the resolutions after debate.
The Prohibition state convention adopted a resolution denouncing President McKivey for not pressing the army canteen. WEINLEY AND CANTEEN denounced by the convention as part of the protest action.
Frankfort Ky June 2 Judge W S Pryor a Kentucky delegate at the Kansas City convention announced support for Senator David Bennett Hill of New York as vice president. Delegation remains divided with most favor a candidate from Indiana or New York for second spot and Breckinridge era figures discussed.
D. W. Flock died at the hospital after a long illness, with no relatives in the city. remains to be held at Cromwell's morgue. Funeral for Wm. Auten killed at Cumle Creek will be held at the Half Day church. Local authorities are enforcing bicycle sidewalk fines, from 1 to 5 dollars, with limited success.
Tickets on sale dates June 26 25 27 with a short line to Gudago. Offers the best value at the lowest prices. Contact Geo Wheadan at 923 Kan San Avenue Telsh for details.
Warden Tomlinson testifies he knew nothing about the Elenora hotel operations. He recalls Prohibitionists pressuring him to shut off lights and water, claiming liquor sales. He says he would cooperate only if presented with proof from a sworn informant and defers to the county attorney for action. He asserts no knowledge of any sale of liquor at the hotel.
Wheat started higher in Chicago with July at 41 cents and gains of 5 cents. Traders cited heavy buying and profit taking by Mary investors. Northwest drought rumors and rain gaps boosted futures. July closed at 51.5 cents, up 3.5 cents, the highest since Leiter era. Corn rose 1.5 cents to 40.6 cents as wheat strength spilled over.
Philadelphia reports Lemuer Hanna and allied friends of the president are considering backing Governor Roosevelt to secure a near unanimous nomination and claim the credit if Roosevelt is chosen. They cite Senator Platts guidance in New York and say the president has refused to take a position.
Philadelphia report notes Harold M. Sewill son of the Democratic vice presidential candidate of 1896 elected national committeeman as the first actual representative on the Republican national committee from Hawaii. A K Keppilal named to the platform committee.
The Burlington introduces a daily through train from Grand Island to Northwest Nebraska Montana and Puget Sound via Dilligs Montana, with tourist sleepers dining car service and standard coaches. It serves Upper Northwest Central Montana Puget Sound Oregon and California via Lincoln and Burlington. Also advertised are Kansas City St. Joseph Nebraska Denver connections and weekly California excursions, plus return fares and tickets.
The Clark delegation from Liver Bow country gathered at noon but was denied contested recognition as five counties contest results. Chairman Cockril announced postponement of the convention to 5 p.m. The outcome unsettled the temporary leadership and margins it with disputes.
A group of Kassos exjoved women from multiple sections of the state gather in Topeka for a Colored Women's Art Clubs convention. The event is hosted at the Colored Masonic Hall, 615 Kanes Avenue, with numerous paintings and artworks on display. The convention runs through Thursday with ongoing sessions and exhibits.
Chicago shows interest in acquiring Quinn after his release. Loftus signals readiness to obtain the second baseman, and Chicago may shuffle infield positions if Quinn does not join. Childs could move to the bench with Cusenin to second and Bradley to short, depending on moves.
Hurry orders from Southampton cancel leaves and compel all hands to on board to sail Buffalo tomorrow. Officers unsure of destination but believe China. Buffalo previously planned Christian Island run then Staten Island route, now unclear. Ship carries about 750 men. Albany delayed a month for equipment. Washington AP notes Manila bound landsmen ordered ashore from Southampton for the Philippines.
Mr Walker of Santa Fe and Mr Aldace F Walker chairman of the board travel from Kansas City to Emporis en route to California. Mr Walker will stay in California for his health. Edward Wilder treasurer of Santa Fe travels with Mrs Wilder and their son, leaving at noon, heading to California. Walker and Wilder plan to spend much time on the coast together.
Isaac McElroy known as Mac among Santa Fe office staff has paralysis. He has served as elevator man at The Saztite Js general offices since their establishment. Stricken at his home 17 Harrison Street in Mont Cochran Renominated for Congress in Missouri. Maryville reports Charles F. Cochran of St Joseph renominated by Fourth district Democrats.
Morning sale notice from Topeka Cash Store offering a choir of items at nine cents each. Fixtures include a granite tea pot or coffee pot for three cents and many small dry goods priced for quick sale.
Market summaries from New York and Monsey note June activity in money exchange and butter markets with mention of creamery extras and steady prices. Copper quiet and overall market tone reflects light trading across commodities.
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