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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1900

Page

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Russia hails 160000 men in Caspian region in five months

A Seditional dispatch reports Russia has amassed about 160000 troops in the Caspian region within five months while asserting strategic moves near the Persian Gulf. German and British interests are seen aligning against Russia as tensions rise over potential railroad and harbor developments and Turkish actions. The Munich Neuste Nachrichten cites plans for a Baghdad railway and German support for Turkey to secure coastal advantages.

New York Sotenal Bertin Wayss Constantinople Tagoblat Gifervst Department Ruasti Viceia Bey Oremus Munich Germany Amaner Bagdad Turkey Hosea Stigtani Coalong Donia Foulu Eeds Lenmuiog F. Vetersburg Odea

Bill passed amid amendments to Porto Teo appropriation

A bill evolved through amendments including one by Marah 16 Ai1. the House vote resulted in mixed support with a key division, and the measure ultimately passed after failing opposition.

Porto Teo

Mil tz for Clarks Place and Retaliatory State Talk

A fragmented report discusses opposition to the Secretary of State and political maneuvering tied to Clark's position. References to party tensions, secretaries, and alleged plans surface in a murky, unnamed context with names and actions blurred.

No Bloodshed Says Watterson on Kentucky Trouble

Henry Watterson predicts an amicable end to Kentucky tensions over Goebel. In New York interview he dismisses talk of widespread bloodshed and urges respect for court decisions. He notes the Goebel murder case and the political stakes, but expects calm resolution among Main Street Democrats and the commonwealth.

Henry Watterson Kentucky York Flenry Watter Lowieville Naterial Cyuntert Akengeinet Min Goebel Cour Thewarts Mr. Goebel

Still Friends in New York and Montana Court Clash

A garbled item mentions Still Friends in New York and a Montana lawyer tied to alleged bribery efforts to sway a Montana legislature vote for William A Chere. It references a supreme court, restated disputes, and ongoing tension with a senator and others amid unclear details.

New York Marenim—Jonn &, Wellcone Montana Supreme Court William USA Tanger Supreme Court of Montana Senator Curie Esiti

Turkish minister plans move to secluded villa district

Washington reports that Al Ferrouh Bey and his young wife, guarded by a Turkish duenna, will relocate to a remote suburb likely Chevy Chase to escape media glare. Windows are shuttered, cameras feared, as he seeks a secluded home with a high wall. Local owners resist the isolation plan.

Washington al’ Ferrouh Bey Hiesteter Duenna Chevy Chase Bis Jadien Jarem Multan

Proclamation and unrest in town as British advance

A proclaimed call to arms within ten miles prompts confiscation threats. Dutch discontent rises as British forces seize stores at Wasserfall and advance on waterway targets. Rumors swirl of Steyn's surrender while Rhodes quits Bund. Cape Town reports fear of disloyalty if federation persists. General holiday declared as Roelfaaf town rejoices.

Pupenius Praxor Wasserfall Hunter Choe H. Marebch Broem Fontel Bern Port Huawbeth Rhoemfontel Cecil Rhodes BUND Cape Town Cape Arzu Ceellheerth Rayth

Opposition for Reeder in Jewell County Republicans

Jewell county Republicans urge against the Sixth district congressman nomination at a Hays City meeting on Monday. Local managers report a new man preferred by some, but JE doubts success. Jewell county Republicans led the push instructing delegation toward a convention against Renters renomination.

Jewell County Hays City Towleste Wsman

Forgiven and Forgotten

The State Journal faced embarrassment after missing portions of the Associated Press night report due to a printing error with Mr. Sheldon. The morning paper failed to receive complete late news and a carbon copy of the overnight Amspedited Dream dispatch. Sheldon is excused this time. improvements are hoped for.

Sheldon State Journal Dreai Vhla Onattes Tila Mornine Telegraph Liter Ube Italy Treas Nir

Capitels Sunday Substitute Prints AP News

Sheldon plans to avoid preprinting AP telegraphic reports before 1 p.m. Saturday due to Capital's agreement with Associated Press. The Topeka State Journal is ready to value such AP rights for tomorrow if Capital prints on the first page a prominent notice stating that any AP report used by the Capital on Saturday is also used by the Topeka State Journal in court proceedings.

Capitels Sheldon Coures Capital Associated Press The State Journal Alue Associated Press Telegraphic Caplist Sat‘uriay Topeka State Journal

Snow and Sleet Paralyzes New York City Transit

New York reports nine inches of snow and sleet covering streets and four thousand workers digging out Manhattan while three thousand more toil in Brooklyn. Bridge traffic disrupted, electric power cut, and widespread delays hit mail, surface transport, and trolley lines. Nearby Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the cotton belt also endure freezing conditions and damaged crops.

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Snow Notice Impacts Dixie Fruit Crops

Special dispatches from New Orleans report snow storms last evening across multiple Dixie points including Louisiana cities Columbia Bonita Arcadia and Shreveport and across Mississippi Aberdeen Columbus Grenada Holly Springs Oxford Water Valley West Point Utica Cate. The freeze caused damage to fruit and vegetables in these areas and disrupted early spring crops.

New Orleans Picayune Loursiana Columbia Bonita Arcadia Shreveport Mirerssingh Aberdeen Columbus Grenada Holly Springs Oxford Oxiana Water Valley West Point Utica Cate

Move to capture Democratic national committee debated

Ex Governor William J. Stone, Missouri national committeeman, told a Post-Dispatch reporter that party leaders may seek to remove John J. Johnson as GNio chair and tilt the platform to Palmer and the Buckner faction. He warned of efforts to gain control of the party apparatus and influence the convention.

St. Louis William J. Stone Democratic National Missouri Tor J. Johnsim Gnio National Committee A. Post-Dispatch Stone Washington Palmer Buckner Democrata

Disappointed ministers seek Sheldon aid for Omaha church

Rev Charles W Sa of Omaha and Councilman C O Lobeck traveled to Topeka to interest Rev Charles M Sheldon in supporting the People’s church effort in Omaha. They faced disappointment as no funds were available, yet Lobeck lamented that Jesus wouldn’t turn them away after traveling 26 miles. The interview recounts the pastor’s long work, late 1880s relocations, and a plan to buy a city block for a four story building to house worship, a prayer hall, Sunday school rooms, and working-wmen offices, with pledges of about $6000 and broad denominational backing.

Charles W. Sa Omaha Lobeck Topeka Charles At. Sheldon People’s Church Coaneeee Sevice Vincent Bond Christ Omahi Uct Willces

Women and Men Vie in Almens City Ticket Fight

In Almens Kansas on March 16 the annual city Mehit is billed as highly notable. The regular ticket lists Mayor A Nelawangwr and other officials while an opposing Temperance ticket features women and men candidates including Mrs T J Casey for mayor and Mrs E H Reeves as police judge with a slate of women challengers for council seats.

Almens Kan A. Nelawangwr Fleth W. J. Howe Ed Bumnip Marshal W.vanWinkle Counellen W. G. Hills T. J. Mot T. J. Casey Emma Wold E H. Reeves W. L. Howe O. la, Reed J. T. Harmonsen

Methodist minister expelled for faith healing in Wichita

A committee of the Southern Kansas Methodist conference expelled Rev. Cathaline, former pastor of the First Methodist Church in Speary, Kansas, after he returned from Chicago with a faith healing diploma. Bishop Vincent approved the removal following his recommendation to relieve him from duty.

Wichita Southern Kansas Methodist Conference Vincent Cathaliie First Methodist Speary Kansas Chicago Hiea0 Presiding Eider Startingdale Cwhornes Methodist

Washington hears sanitary board push for Lake Michigan waterway

Representatives from Chicago’s sanitary board asked Congress to authorize a deep water canal system linking Lake Michigan to the Des Plaines and Illinois rivers, via the Chicago Sanitary and Sky Canal. The delegation, led by former Representative LeGunn, seeks a government survey and cost estimate.

Washington Chicago Sanitary Board Capitol Senate House United States Lake Michigan Chicago Sanitary and Sky Canal Des Pliner Illinoie Siesippi LeGunn Afhicage BAY of Fepolution

Turner for Congress in Sixth District Election Drama

In Jewell county Republicans oppose Reeder and may back Turner if Reeder is renominated. Turner says he is not a candidate, citing peace of mind and focus on Kansas interests. He describes himself as a Republican aligned on national issues with Teller and Mason, and as a Democrat with Bryan, a Populist with David Martin, and loyal to Kansas.

Jewell County Reeder R. ‘W. Turner Turner Repubicans Democrat Senator Teller Hear Mason Tom Reed Bryan Suixer David Martin Kansas Popuileta

Sheldon Questions Secures Opinions From Wi Men About His Experiment

Mr Sheldon questions newspaper men about the journalism experiment his role as interviewer creates. Most say it would not affect the secular press but might spark discussion. Some doubt a Christian daily outcome though he hopes for a Christian daily or at least discussion leading to good. He then attends a Central Congregational church prayer meeting with a sermon prepared for next Sunday.

Sheldon Bielt Central Congregational Church Morse

Washington eyes Denmark over Saint Thomas island sale

Washington reports the U S government still aims to acquire Saint Thomas and Saint John from Denmark for a reasonable price. Denmark signals reluctance but officials believe a final offer of three million dollars could prevail. Public finances show a deficit of seventy five thousand dollars, but no rush to press the issue.

Washington St Thoms Denmark United States Uselinhd St.Thoras St. Crus

Porto Rico Voted Out In Senate Amendments Debate

Washington March 11 After morning business the senate considered the Porto Rican appropriation with committee amendments striking the January 1 1900 provision and extending the constitution over the island. Allen amendment to table failed 36 to 17. Weather notes: Chicago forecast for March 18 shows continued cold with northerly winds tonight and Saturday.

Wshington Senate Pevessads Cofleetsd Mr. Allen Yeas—Allison Bakernedge Carter Davis Deboe Elkins Pairsanks Foraker Foater Gear Omer Thurston Warren Wellington Kemore Ken Bacon Tate Berry Butler Clark Tont Clay Corre Horsan Hawkius Tilman Turleght Chicago Kaneus Faland

World Would Lay No Blame For An Occasional Bad Preacher

A church dispute arises when punishment is proposed for a troubled preacher. Proponents argue accountability is essential, while opponents warn against punishing without clear cause. Tensions flare as factions debate the proper remedy and public scrutiny intensifies.

Not a Town in Christendom on Church Scandals

E W Howe argues reform must strike hard at hypocritical church leaders. The piece critiques charity toward immoral pastors, recounts scandals from towns where bad preachers caused division, and urges punishment over leniency to protect genuine religion.

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