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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text from the Topeka State Journal shows garbled names and partial city branding. Readable elements mention the paper’s city, volume hints, and author fragments, but no clear events or outcomes emerge from the clipping.
General Lew Wallace appears to have retired in the army of the anti-imperialists for three years during the wars. The house committee decided to inter tose Cotenil Madura's story of mail tampering to the Pilth officials in Pooth Attica. The text hints at various political figures and procedural questions, mentioning conventions, candidates, and administrative matters across multiple regions.
The Porto Rico appropriation bill conferees agree on a compromise delaying the tariff clause’s attachment to the measure. A plan to tax internal revenue only after a system is in place prompts concern about currency and banking features. The debate centers on whether a policy balancing duties and internal taxation can satisfy both parties amid calls for a stable monetary system.
Democrats and Populists clash over currency expansion as lawmakers split on how to adjust the nation’s money. The issue remains unsettled, with supporters arguing for broader currency access while opponents resist further monetary changes.
A miscutted Atchison Graped excerpt discusses social compliments, night noises, and a recurring thread on motherhood. It notes women sing at concerts, host children, or negotiate servants and eight hour days, while mothers remain the overworked backbone of society and men seek sympathy.
Postmaster Guthrie notes the Sheldon edition of the Capital will reduce Topeka post office receipts by about $2.00 while the Capital company holds thousands in stamps and money orders. Over two weeks ending March 17, Topeka paid 34 as money orders and the Sheldon edition accounted for about 6,282 orders, with 2,000 orders still on hand. Clerks worked overtime for thirty weeks to manage the rush, and last week the Capital mailed 150 racks of mail weighing several pounds, with post office charges rising accordingly.
A fragment notes that in spring people often feel weak and dull with low appetite and poor sleep. It describes fatigue and lack of refreshment from rest, causing tiredness at night and in the morning. The passage reflects seasonal mood and energy shifts.
The article argues that America’s health and vigor suffer from thin, impure, sluggish blood not meeting the body’s demands, linking overall condition to this dietary and physiological issue.
Ad copy extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the source of greater life and vigor. It claims nature itself calls for help and the answer lies in this tonic, presenting a persuasive testimonial style.
A historical note touts a spring blood purifier described as a great thuncher and vitalizer, promoted as a remedy for cleansing the blood and boosting vitality. The claim centers on spring-season benefits and overall health improvement.
An 87 year old Salina man, Henry Schraeder, claims his son George abused him, drove him from home with a knife, and seized control of farm property worth thousands. Neighbors corroborate mistreatment including forcing him to plow with a sulky and neglect after a severe leg injury. He alleges ownership of 40 acres farming land, pasture, and 6000 bushels of wheat, with disputed transfers under his son's pressure.
A garbled report mentions Fort Riley and Sunethon Cite in a distant event, with unclear timing in April or May. The jumbled text references a middle and a pest, hinting at a disrupted situation or warning sign without clear names or outcomes.
Margevillé March 21. Barrett ex County treasurer of Marshall County, oldest settler of the county, died at his Barrett home Monday afternoon. He settled in 1855, came from Ohio to Kansas Territory, led Free State efforts, organized the first school district, built the county’s first schoolhouse, and aided the poor. Born 1814. Independence, March 2. At a mass convention a city ticket was nominated with a female slate. Suse Crane won the clerk race. PF J Frith, deputy clerk of the supreme court, was named city attorney candidate.
Leavenworth March 22 A Kaw valley potato crop near Kansas City and Lawrence has been damaged by recent cold weather. Growers who planted 30 acres early report freezing losses and many fields will need replanting as sleet and frost harmed ground seeded before the cold spell.
In Lola city several denominations plan new churches. Presbyterians and Methodists discuss erecting larger structures while Catholics have bought land and collected funds for a northeast edifice. Episcopals expect to hold services this summer with Archdeacon Crawford visiting, and a bishop pledge offers 100 dollars if 900 is raised and 200 if more.
Local notice warns dog owners about annual spring dog tax. Nels McConnell vows strict enforcement with two warnings before penalties. Citizens must tag collars with a brass ID to avoid fines or seizure of pets.
Queen Victoria accompanied by Princess Beatrice visits the Royal Herbert Hospital at Woolwich this afternoon to view wounded soldiers. Crowds fill the arsenic grounds as 20,000 workers line the route, and Windsor flowers are distributed in wards.
A suit in district court by Ute Barse Live Stock Compais against Eugene Hagan seeks action on seven promissory notes totaling over 12 000 dollars. The notes dated September 164 and due March 28 1805 were signed by Hagan as surety, with amounts ranging from 1115.88 to over 7 000. The defendant calls the case a friendly matter and contends the suit aims to prevent the statute of limitations.
Washington March 22 The following fourth class postmasters have been appointed for Kansas Ituwnda Green Wood county J C Hale vice Jame Longabough resigned Talmadee Dick neon county HL 46 Hoffman vice J Fulton resigned Winkler Eiley County HL A Oberheiman vice T Winkler resigned
March 23 dispatch notes Dr. Bronson named a per slim explaining surgeon at Sedalia Missouri and Charleyville Tennessee. Letter Carrier registration service to extend to Kaneas Chy Kane Bentries with unclear place names Nebo Bloomington IL Boulder CO Iowa Dallas TX Decors Ta Decatur IL Dixon IA Debuque IA Rimporia KS.
A March Ottawa dispatch reports Canada and other colonies embracing imperial federation in the South Africa war. Canadian leaders voice sympathy for imperial aims and contemplate a postwar conference in London to discuss federal representation, mutual defense, and trade without surrendering colonial independence.
Representatives from Kansas daily papers organized a Business Managers association to promote business interests of newspapers. Officers: KE M Moore president News, John C Mack secretary Newton Kansan, J M Cavanass treasurer Chanute Tribune. Next meeting set for To nos on April 23 at 4 pm.
Jerome Mowers sues Union Pacific in city court claiming $200 for the death of his mare after an incident on a railroad spur. He values the horse at $100 and asks the court to allow attorney fees, while the railroad argues the animal’s worth may vary and the judge will assess value.
Pleasant weather is expected for several days with no heavy cloud formations. Reports indicate scattered rain around Toledo and Flagstaff while Springfield Missouri cool air departs and a Gulf of California low ushers in warmer conditions in the southern state. Forecast calls for fair tonight and warmer Friday with some showers in the northern area. Temperatures ranged from a high near 65 to a low around 35. Winds from the southwest at 16 miles per hour.
Washington reports Senator Foraker accepting a challenge from Lexafor Allen to separate the tariff from the Porto Rico measure under Senate consideration. A vote on the tariff bill was set for 5 o'clock but postponed after requests from Democratic aides and Republican opponents. Proctor urged more time, offering to vote Thursday, while Foraker later sought Wednesday. Senators Morgan and Peitus pressed for the regular order to cut off further agreement.
Sheriff Suter swears in a posse of 12 special deputies in Frankfort Kentucky on March 22. About half are from the recently organized Blockjan militia company still awaiting oath. They are armed from a stack of guns sent from Louisville last night.
Fort Riley orders movement of Siege Battery O Seventh Artillery from Washington barracks to Port Riley on March 22. Unit includes first sergeant, quartermaster sergeant, clerks, twelve corporals, musicians, 145 privates, and 60-70 horses and mules with four 5-inch rifles or four 72 breech loaders, four platform Takane, and six ammunition wagons. Formation creation deemed an experimental measure watched by army officers.
Local note says Mrs H J Miller and her daughter departed yesterday for New York to reside. A meeting of the Young Men's Colored club is planned for eight this evening. In Topeka a report claims Editor Frank Eliott was shot as ruse for sympathy. William Lisendy, colored editor, jailed Friday on a minor charge.
New York March 22 threat from Western League backed labor groups prompts calls for a nine hour day for all workers. National Metal Trades association members weigh immediate steps toward organizing. Organization is forming, aiming to include machine manufacturers of the fifty and nearby towns.
Senate session overviewed requests for an itemized statement of the Philippine Commission expenses and each member, plus inquiries on tariff rates for Guam Porto Rico and Cuba and bank charters since the currency bill. Debate covered Porto Rican appropriation conference changes and U S policy toward trade with new acquisitions.
A Hong Kong correspondent’s uncensored Manila dispatch describes improving civil governments in Philippine towns, ongoing garrison and patrol expansion, and insurgent raids capturing rifles and ammunition from Americans. It notes rising casualty figures, roaming bands, vigilant patrols, and authorities pledging to safeguard public safety.
In Hastings Nebraska on March 2 evidence emerged about Misa Morlocker allegedly bending poison into candy for Mrs. Morey and purchasing arsenic from two druggists. The defense attorney questioned the witness about alleged romantic conduct toward the defendant. objections were sustained. After leaving the stand the witness struck attorney Batty, sparking a general scuffle that ended without serious injuries.
Senator Jones of Nevada argues against Porto Rico as a U S territory and warns against bringing cheap labor into the United States while stressing free trade with Porto Rico. The column also notes news of a Turkish general’s health and a woman leading a church event despite death’s shadow.
Letters from grateful women describe successful pregnancies and healthy babies after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Minpa Fixx from Hoscoe New York reports a healthy boy after three years of marriage. Mrs Lane Proelan from Coytee Tenn credits relief from pain and whites and attributes a successful birth to the formula.
The board of the National Haamsling and Btumpinig company declared a stock dividend of 36 percent on the preferred stock. The amount and timing are set for March, with an official report noting net profits and future earnings prospects.
A New York reform committee including James G. Cannon and others has formed to submit a reorganization plan for Appleton cancers. The firm will continue operations under receiver charge with no loss to creditors, aiming to keep business as usual.
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