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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1900
Page
1
The article frames Patrick Henry as unwavering, asserting he will conquer or die. It notes his stance against seeking aid from foreign countries and conveys a bold, determined tone reflecting national resolve.
A dispatch from Pretoria dated February discusses Transvaal President Kruger and Boer war aims. It notes willingness to seek peace on condition of absolute independence, refuses further territorial concessions, and asserts intent to endure conflict rather than submit to Britain. The report also covers reactions from London about the war, mutterings of German intervention, and Boer actions near Mafeking.
Chicago report follows a shooting of Annie Strother, cashier, by Mrs. Charles Smith, wife of a saloonkeeper. Smith, 23 with a 6-year-old daughter, was arrested hours after the incident at 170 Twenty-second Street and confessed claiming justification for the killing. Her husband and child accompanied her at the precinct.
A freight wreck occurred on the Santa Fe line east of Lecompton about 9 this morning. Two middle cars of an eastbound stock train derailed after torquing the track at the west switch, overturning. Five cattle were killed and several steer badly bruised. The rest of the train stayed on the rails. A wrecking crew from Topeka cleared the line with only slight delay to passenger traffic. The cause of the derailment is not known.
Ex Speaker Reed is in Washington amid political chatter and questions about the administration. A senator notes Reed’s remarks in a committee room while others discuss leadership and party dynamics, with Reed joking about being ahead in the water and comments on colleagues’ appearances.
Miller is renominated by Republicans at Eimp ports this afternoon. The piece lists county representations including Butter, Chase, Osage, Osage, and Woodson among others as part of the district map and notes a fire at the National Lead company plant Fort Richmond causing about 210,000 dollars in losses.
Wellington reports the Premier R J Sed don declares New Zealand will defend the colonies and support imperial aims as the fourth contingent sails for South Africa. He asserts Australia’s resolve to uphold imperial prestige and prevent Boer independence, warning any interference will be opposed at any cost.
Washington reports Admiral Watson says the Wheeling has moved to Taku and will be relieved by the Cop yord around May 10. Efforts to aid missionaries in Shan Tung complicate by German influence and uncertain protection, with questions over who bears responsibility if western Shan Tung missionaries are imperiled.
City Hall and the auditorium project accelerates with 35 carpenters on site. Crews pour and set the cellar wall of the fire department building level with the surface while masons lay foundation walls. Heavy timbers are cut for floors and the structure will rise above ground soon.
The text notes a late March wind shift with northerly gales, forecasting a change by tomorrow as a high barometer moves south from the Great Lakes region. Temperatures range from a low of 2 degrees to a high near 27, with possible rain or snow midweek.
Political news outlines delegate counts for the Democratic conventions with 475 delegates to be chosen in May and six delegates allocated for the Kansas City gathering. The piece notes representation basis fixed by committee and mentions several Kansas aspirants.
A conference at the state house between J. Burton and associates outlined plans for Burton's managers to have the Kansas candidate for senator invited to nominate President McKinley at the national convention in Philadelphia. Burton expresses ambition for a role at the next national convention.
Coffeyville guns for spring election with a clerk contest between Miss Elliott the Republican nominee and Miss Trese Bell on the Citizens ticket. Elliott has served as clerk after her father Captain D. S Hillert of the Twentieth Kansas was killed in action in the Philippines, and she has continued managing city affairs since his departure to war.
In Wyandotte county James F. Getty and J K Cubbison seek the Republican nomination for Senator. Nat Barnes has deserted Cubbison to back Getty, reviving old county turmoil. About six factions vie for control, and leaders strive for harmony amid renewed fight.
In Bourbon County a factional split divides Republicans as Kanens attorney H. Richards of Scott announces candidacy for delegate to the national convention in the Second district. Port Scott resident C Gates seeks the same post. Contests loom against Baker and Burton factions ahead of the legislative election. Man and wife found dead near Shadd Bone after a domestic tragedy. authorities suspect murder suicidial act.
The will of Philip D. Armour Jr. names executors amid a contested estate in Chicago. Bond requirements total sixteen million dollars per executor, with the estate valued around four million. Executors named include dith May Armour, q Armour, and P Amerson Val ehdce.
A Washington dispatch reports Germany stands ready with troops to protect American missionaries in Shan Tung province. It notes uncertainty that Berlin sent an expeditionary force from Kiao Chau to Chou Fi for protection, pleasing the United States amid tensions.
In Atchison March 2 Congressman Charles Curtis won renomination. W J Bailey’s name was not presented, reclamation chosen. Turner Hall convened at 2 pm with two delegates named John Seaton of Atchison and R M Brury of Nemaha. Emery, Curtis backers, and Jefferson County elector plans noted. Topeka delegation supported Curtis.
The dispatch describes Germany considering another expeditionary force into Shan Tang to safeguard German and American missionaries. It notes the Chinese and German authorities seeking to prevent conflict, with Wu Ting Fang reporting that troubles in China may be exaggerated while Germany aims to protect its interests in the promontory and surrounding missions.
John H. Crider of Fort Scott announces he will not seek another term as grand master of the Kans AO next year. He has served a third term and selected committee heads: Good of the order John W. Breidenthal Topeka. On laws G. H. Lamb Gates Center. Printing and supplies J. N. Doyle Belleville. Finance S. P. Cramp Osborne. Applications and grievances J. S. Rogers Pittsburgh. Returns and credentials W. J. Mays Lawrence.
American dancer Loie Fuller was assaulted by two robbers in her Paris home last night. She suffered shock and injuries and is under medical care with access limited to doctors. The incident underscores security concerns for prominent expatriates in the city.
Topeka officials designate a slate of delegates led by Mayor Drew to represent the city at the Transmississippi Commercial congress meeting in Houston Texas this spring. The list includes James A tman C F Brown Edward wit der Howe Jones PI Bonebrake C L Wood JR Reed John Sergeant and F B Fuller. Weather indications.
In Hays City on a March afternoon the Sixth district GOP convention gathered a large crowd. Abe Ellis as temporary chair and J R Brown of Norton County as secretary presided while Governor Stanley delivered an excellent speech. J T Burton and Geo Clark were slated to speak later as a hard-fought nomination contest loomed.
Sherman Texas March 33 In the district court Major T J Klinberlin a wealthy local stockman filed suit for 57000 damages against the Gulf Colorado Santa Fe railway. It is alleged that through negligence and delay 1900 cattle were lost outright and a large number were injured.
St Petersburg report states a formal communique will be issued soon detailing Russia's reply to President Kruger's call for intervention. The message, drawn with France and Germany, has czar approval and warns that Enigad and Metere terms are serious and unlikely to be eased.
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