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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1900
Page
1
Dispatches report a fighting retreat of Boer forces under shelling as British columns advance near Mafeking and Pretoria. Reports describe defensive collapse in Free State, strategic movements toward Cape towns, and Allied relief efforts ongoing amid constant bombardment.
Wil Richardson was shot and wounded after a late afternoon clash with Robert Sait Smith. Smith says Richardson threw rocks. Richardson allegedly attacked with a handful of rocks before Smith fired four shots with an iron revolver. Richardson was carried to his home and later treated as officers arrived. Sergeant Betts arrested Smith. both men faced charges of shooting with intent to kill. The seriousness of Richardson’s condition was described as potentially fatal.
New York dispatch from Constantinople reports the death of Osman Pasha the Plevna defender aged 68. He earned fame resisting a large Russian siege, his forces suffering heavy casualties before surrender with honors of war after a prolonged siege.
March 21 in New York a young colored man identified as M. Anderson saved six people during a fire at a flat on West 121st Street. While trapped, a man Nelson and two passers-by aided others as Anderson reached the second floor then descended with a small child to safety. Firemen evacuated the remaining occupants.
Mever Drew and Poor Commissioner Hale try to induce Aunt Jane Davis to sell Aquor to pay her house. She has defied long standing prohibitions and sold despite aid amounts. Halehan provided food but she still sold items to survive. City inspection and upcoming trial thoughts suggest placing her at the poor farm.
Welter Williams of Santa Peterman is credited with saving a life and clearing a threat from a fire. The account notes Williams acted amid danger, preventing a blaze at a local home and ensuring safety at Santa Ee hospital.
Trouble develops in two of Kansas Republican state conventions at Emporia and Atchison. Relations turn bitter as Capt Seaton and Doniphan County delegates clash over seating and naming delegates to the national convention. Curtis is renominated in a tense, closely fought caucus while Reeder sails to victory in the Sixth district amid noisy proceedings.
The document details Republicans in Kansas praising McKinley era policy, urging pension reforms and Evans removal, backing an Isthmian canal, and anti trust measures. It covers resolutions, Reeder’s renomination fight, Miller’s district victory, and new district committees with names and posts.
Troy Kan March 1 Frank W Elliott editor of the Troy Times was shot at close range as he left the Grand Island depot. The assailant fired twice, Elliott returned fire, and the would be assassin fled among box cars. Elliott suffered a serious arm wound but survived. Authorities suspect political opponents behind the attack.
In Hastings Nebraska on March 21 the Horlocker trial juror examination continued with defense attorney Stevens issuing strict questions. Twelve jurors were finally deemed qualified after a persistent cross examination, securing six peremptory challenges. Attorneys anticipate the jury will be formed and the Bret witness may take the stand.
Admiral Dewey remains ill in Savannah after yesterday's illness. He shows some strength but cannot leave his room, causing the morning celebration to be canceled. He plans a brief review of the military parade and may attend the banquet tonight. General Miles and his party arrive from Port Royal at six.
Examinations in Washington on March 1 reveal R F Gill testifying before the Coeur D'Alene investigating committee. He recounts a guard bayonet incident during a prison visit and a prisoner’s injury. A permit for mining work is discussed as a tool to control labor and blacklist dissenters, with claims of an emerging oligarchy and martial law context in Idaho.
At 6 am a freight elevator failed at 126 Market Street injuring thirty workers from the Binkely Printing company. Several are badly hurt but none are expected to die. Ambulances and patrol wagons transported the injured to homes and hospitals as rescue efforts continued.
Washington reports Lieutenant Commander Schroeder secretary of the naval inspection board has been chosen to relieve Captain Leary as governor of Guam. Schroeder had sought Tutuila but Guam duties are favored, with Leary to return in July and changes in naval station command aimed at officer health and morale.
A fragmented listing includes Russell G Holland Sheridan F A McCarthy Sherman E J Scott Smith J Burrow Thomas Alexander Showalter and others with partial names such as Wallace Lester Perry and Jorge M Knappenberger. The text appears as OCR remnants from a ledger or roster.
Rival copper magnates Marcus Daly and Senator Clark face a U S court trial in Butte Montana on March 21. Three suits exist with one decision potentially settling all contentions. Mines involved include We Never Sweat Anaconda and Colusa Parrott Mt company holdings. Both sides prep for a landmark case with top geologists and models prepared for the proceedings.
Partly cloudy and warmer tonight with a chance of showers Thursday night in the southern portion. Southeast winds shift through the period.
Senate actions include approving a bill to appoint ninety court reporters at 2000 dollars salary and detailing perquisites and duties. House debates the St Louis World’s Fair centennial celebration and votes on related resolutions while a Alaska sea bed concession inquiry is urged. Strong emphasis on federal judicial staffing and public event planning.
Washington March 11 the house committee on foreign affairs agreed to investigate charges by Charles F P Macrum ex consul to Pretoria regarding opening of official mail by British authorities Representative Wheeler of Kentucky had introduced a renosition to direct the inquiry but the committee opted to investigate without direct house direction if acceptable to Wheeler who urged Macrum to come to Washington at once to testify before the committee
Fargo North Dakota March 21 A large delegation from Winnipeg to Lake Traverse attends a Tri-bibe convention meeting chaired by Mayor Jonson. A committee will push for a future event to raise one million dollars for a project joining the Red River to the Mississippi.
A court case centered on Mamie Re ting who shot Edward Grate. The prosecutor argued insanity negated guilt, seeking a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity. The troubled trial concluded with questions over legal responsibility and punishment.
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