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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1900
Page
1
Topeka State Journal reports fair conditions tonight and Sunday with variable winds. The forecast spans the next two hours and notes generally fair weather ahead with no precipitation expected.
A sprawling 1910s style summary compiles pace and foreign items including China tensions Britain at Edinburgh speeches and prison escapes. It notes American ambushes in the Philippines and Parisian tips while previewing topeka horse show plans and general social notices.
Richard Croker arrives in New York aboard the Lucania for the Democratic convention efforts. He discusses potential stock concerns involving a mayoral connection and comments on future roles, including possible presidential considerations and the Republican landslide.
Governor Roone Wellt stays at his Cornac home near Oyster Bay refusing visitors today. He is overwhelmed by telegrams congratulating him on his nomination to the vice presidency. Those wishing to see him must schedule appointments in advance.
Shanghai reports escalate as Prince Tuan takes command at Pekin while bombing Tien Tsin continues. Foreign losses reach about 150 including U S Navy Lt Wright. chaos across treaty ports prompts calls for new government and international protection.
A teenage fugitive named St John, alleged to be a Kentucky homeward bound youth, shot at Sheriff’s deputy Stewart while fleeing from jail after a depot burglary. Stewart captured him after a brief exchange near the jail. the boy claimed a tough upbringing and planned escape, confessing to his intent to reload and flee. The incident stirred countywide fear, with St John later sentenced for assault and burglary charges.
Milwaukee June 23 Colonel William Jennings Bryan denied any Alaska or other clashes with Democratic chairman Jones. He criticized the Philadelphia platform as an appeasement of Republican promises and questioned the stance on the Philippine question. He also condemned the party’s 1906 platform and likened the convention to endorsing a military tilt while avoiding a 100000 man standing army. Bryan arrived in Chicago and planned to return to Lincoln, not attending the Kansas City convention, meeting Illinois figures and discussing political outlook.
Senator Hanna, chairman of the Republican National Committee, passed through Pittsburg en route from Philadelphia to Cleveland. He outlined plans to target opponent states, predicted strong Republican tickets andКаimed focus would begin around August 1 with clear issues by September 1 as drums begin to beat. He said Kentucky and California would swing, and Nebraska and Bryan’s state would stay in the righteous column.
A Guayaquil dispatch to the Herald says Colombian irregulars sacked towns in Ecuador near the Colombian frontier. Great cruelties were inflicted on inhabitants. A second invasion is expected with Colombian regulars possibly taking part. The conflict between Colombia and Ecuador is imminent.
Topeka congressman Charles Curtis will receive a reception Monday evening as part of a Planer club celebration parade. The march starts at Ork Island depot, travels Kanmia avenue to the Copeland motel, with groups including Topeka Wheelmen, city bands, veterans, political clubs, and Curtis reception committee in carriages.
Kansas City June 28 Rev Mr James sends a letter aboard a steamer claiming a fortune in England. Mrs James fears foul play as she has heard nothing since the ship reached Southampton. The note mentions meeting a prominent clergyman and says the husband plans to claim millions. Local campaign notes discuss Roosevelt and Bryan with electoral vote concerns. Heavy rainfall and crop damage reported in Atlanta area with crows injured.
Liverpool June 22 Among passengers of the Cunard line steamer Eturla sailing today for New York was Reginald Tower secretary of the British embassy at Washington. He is said to be chosen to succeed Sir Claude McDonald as British minister at Pekin, recalled due to ill health.
Fire swept the Puchsa mountains in Choas county destroying thousands of acres of land and an estimated $500000 in timber. A prospector named Noyes, said to be from Kansas City, is believed dead.
Washington reports Gen. MacArthur dispatch from Manila detailing a June ambush by insurgents along the Tagayan river. Detachment of Fortieth Volunteer Infantry suffers several wounded and multiple killed or missing as officers and men are listed with varying injuries. Full details withheld in the report.
The Colorado Republican delegation arriving from Philadelphia sent a playful telegram to Governor Roosevelt. They invite him to visit Colorado during a western Oklahoma trip in July, vowing a warm reception and promising strong support for Republican aims. The group plans to depart Denver on the Burlington at 6 o'clock this afternoon.
June 7 meeting to be held by the world W. C. T. U. Sunday afternoon with Lady Somerset presiding. Topeka author M Atieldon will deliver the address in the morning and preach at the Free Assembly where the convention will meet. Social features include a reception by the United Kingdom Alliance to Mrs Stevens and others, and a reception for Rev. Chas M Sheiton with a general delegates reception by the lord provost of Flinburne.
New York June 43 The Press reports a major gas sector consolidation led by a powerful company. The Conehinet company and the Central concern plan to raise capital by about 20 to 40 million dollars and may distribute a one million dollar stock bonus to stockholders. Over the past week the Consolidated company has absorbed most gas and electric heat and power firms in Manhattan Brooklyn and Queens.
Batley of Jewell county is nominated by fusionists for state senator in the Thirty third district which includes Jewell and Mitchell counties. The current representative is Alson B. Cooke of Beloit who plans to retire. a successor has been named. Also noted is the death of Judge Warren in Albuquerque New Mexico and a brief weather note from Chicago with forecasts.
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