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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1900
Page
1
German Ambassador LA official statements signal rising risk as Russia leads regional disturbances. A strong American squadron is ordered out to protect U S interests while Orient interest grows. Diplomatic talks mirror ratification delays on three conventions.
A telegraphic dispatch from Washington reports German ambassador Dieter Hielleben informing Acting Secretary Brain Hill that a demonstration in China could be expedited from Hong Kong. Rear Admiral Crownthaniel discussed naval plans, with Kempit to Manila and forces from the Pacific coast to reinforce the Asiatic station. The report suggests a staged warning to Russia and France and discusses Britain’s possible role if the Boers seek external intervention.
London reports expect dispatches from Sonl Roberts as fighting continues near the Orange Free State capital and Mafeking. Bloemfontein word is missing while reports suggest relief may come via Lee Peakmas’s column. Pretoria says Boer forces defend a hill stronghold with heavy casualties on both sides.
In a conference with newspaper correspondents Mr Sheldon hinted at possibly naming 25 joints and six other places of evil in Topeka. He said he would decide later and may publish the list in the newspaper or pursue action in court. He defined a Christian Socialist as one who follows Hermon’s teachings, and avoided commenting on editorials or State Journal remarks.
Judge Albert H. Horton, taken seriously ill Monday night, shows improved condition. Attending physician Dr. E. C. Mulvane states the judge is more comfortable and slightly improved, with cautious optimism for recovery.
March meeting of the Commercial Club in Topeka will address fronts and improvements. Secretary Anderson urges a large turnout as several items of interest beyond the Banta project are on the agenda.
Special to the Herald reports the State Journal editor at 10 p.m. comments on Rev. Sheldon’s early issue improvements and mounting emphasis on editorials and comment. The piece notes Sheldon’s front page politics on New Zealand, municipal control, socialism, church insurance, and a millers convention report, with ads and clothing issues shaping tomorrow’s layout.
Topeka ministers weigh the Sheldon edition of the Capital Star in a mixed verdict. Dr T. McFarland says it offers a natural Christian perspective rather than sensationalism while Dr Flak notes the brief publication window limits impact but praises the move to apply religion and ethics to daily news. Dr John Gordon and Dr AS Embree stress demand for wholesome reportage and caution editors to balance content with responsible framing.
Kansas City opinion from preachers denounces the Sheldon edition of the Capital as lacking news value and moral heft. Clergy critique headlines and prayer branding, while Topeka newsboys report weak sales and reduced street demand. Observers call for broader coverage and fewer sensational inserts.
News agents refused to take the required 100 copies at two and a half cents each, causing trains to depart west without the Sheldon edition. State Journals were in high demand and all agents were supplied, whether they wanted copies or not.
Washington march 4 at 14 minutes to 1 oclock this afternoon the president signed the financial bill making it law mr overstreet of indiana who had the bill in charge arrived at the white house five minutes before and was shown into the cabinet room where he joined the president after inquiring if the bill had been carefully compared the president recalled the precedent of signing on the ith of the month and noted the Sherman act resumption act and the bill now before him he used a new gold pen and holder brought by mr overstreet for the purpose.
Topeka reports J S Peffer known as Sherm Peffer died by his own hand in Kansas City this afternoon. Son of former U S Senator W A Potter of Topeka, he lived here most of his life and worked as a printer for the Kan Sas Farmer and the Advocats. Described as somewhat dissipated, age about 25, no cause given.
London report March 4 at 4 9 p m states General Roberts has occupied Bloemfontein and that British authority now controls the capital.
Washington March 14 Republican senators spent hours in session discussing how to proceed with the Porto Rican bill caucus. The majority sought secrecy but admitted a deadlock with multiple opinions while aiming for a harmonious solution. Some favor House revenue bill adoption with later government questions, while a persistent minority urges the senate bill in the interest of free trade. Senator Foraker and Porto Rican supporters remain with the senate bill.
A Chicago Times Herald report prints half a column of E. W. Howe Lay Sermons, claiming copyright. Questions arise if stockholder A. C. Babiez and Sheldon week coverage violate U S copyright law. Weather note: Kansas rain or snow tonight and Thursday with northeast winds.
A compact report notes the sermon titled Lay Sermon No 2 sparked commentary across the nation from New York to San Francisco. Public and religious voices weighed in on its themes and impact.
A critical essay argues against church orthodoxy and biblical primacy, contending civil law outruns ecclesiastical law and evolution challenges Christian doctrine. It lists tenets denied by evolution, cites schooling influence, and notes ministers face contempt and unemployment amid declining orthodoxy.
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