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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
8
MA de Euint-Vietor and Atnilet completed a 24 hour balloon voyage starting September 1 at 6 15 p m from Pura and landing near Vesteviek in Awedve. They covered about 1 980 kilometers with altitude near 500 meters and faced drifting winds and temperature changes prompting ballast release to maintain altitude.
Former Governor Bradley, visiting Lancamer New York, left for Frankfort after meeting supporters. He said lawyers are doing all they can to speed the contest through the courts and believes the issue will be decided within sixty days even if the Republicans gain a temporary edge before the Supreme Court. He remains confident the Republicans will prevail in the end.
The Montreal filled with reports of the Milwaukee steamer carrying the final shipment of Canada bound goods and a crew member. The narrative mentions a voyage ending near Cape with lingering questions about Tornio and Cape details. Authorities await full confirmation from the ship's captain and port officials.
A Newton Massachusetts reader endorses Postum as a replacement for coffee citing improved digestion and energy after switching from coffee. The ad notes testimonials from Mrs A L Moning and cites a Boston chemist analysis claiming several components in Postum, including energy and minerals, contribute to health benefits.
Francis Brown, the elder, has made a notorious name for forging checks. He passed two checks totaling 66 dollars on A Bryson Co backed by Overbrook firm funds. The elderly man, living in North Topeka, may be headed to Kansas City as authorities seek him. His son, once a law student in Topeka, has faced multiple forgery arrests and insanity trial with brief state asylum confinement.
Several hundred miners marched from the surrounding countryside to closing mines near Booneville with many union men, clashing with non union workers. Rioting occurred along the main streets and several non union miners were badly hurt. Deputies were sworn in as authorities faced a tense standoff at the mines and plan to appeal to the governor.
A chaotic telegram from Howard to Kaw reveals party infighting at the Republican county convention. Kimball of Parsons accuses the party of machine control and claims Wheatley is the machine’s candidate, asserting anti boss sentiment dominates the third district. The mood suggests Wheatley will secure the nomination at the district convention next Wednesday.
A night mob of about thirty prominent citizens abducted Louis Fige and his wife from their bed and tarred and feathered them. The alleged Fellstoun fanatics fled their home with husbands and children, seeking safety at the local jail as police investigate the incident.
Aguinaldo's envoy announces American defeat at Gubat near Cubat. Filipino general Paya hay routed American forces and captured the town, signaling a significant local setback for U S troops.
A Washington dispatch says General Joseph Wheeler, now nettled, will be assigned to Chicago at the head of the department of the lakes. He may go to Chicago if he decides not to contest his seat in Congress. Wheeler called on Secretary Root but received only a brief conference. He had not fixed his congressional plans.
Moundsville West Virginia March 22 Mayor Parkinson announced he will adopt the Sheldon plan for municipal government and run the city as Jesus would The move follows a religious meeting that converted 600 residents The minority is mounting vigorous objection
Mia Adelaide Bornham, 66, recently moved from Golten City Missouri to Kansas City, was killed yesterday afternoon by a Summit street cable train at Ninth street and Grand avenue. She was a widow, and the incident left nearly all bones broken and her head crushed.
Helena Mont March 2 remains of Col Wallace of the Sixth Infantry arrived from Fort Huachuca Arizona where he died of wounds received in the Philippines. The body will lie in state Saturday and be buried with military honors Sunday indicating a funeral likely the largest in state history. High prices for horses reported at a Sangamon county sale near Springfield. Stallions Oncar Reno and Licky Baldwin sold for 1300 and 40 dollars at William Eaton Moore's Whitemore stock farm. Quarantine against American vessels Port Townsend Wh and others in Canada. Port Townsend has cases of bubonic plague leading to quarantine of American vessels from the Orient.
A collage of satirical quotes from Chicago Tribune Puck and Indianapolis Press reflects on wealth honesty and temptation. The pieces critique governors and vanity with a mix of witty lines and exaggerated characterization, highlighting editorial humor from early 20th century papers.
Cleveland dispatch reports machinists pushing for a nine hour day with a threatened general strike if not granted by April 1. OConnell warns 260,000 workers could halt all wheels nationwide while several local strikes already push for arbitration and a peaceful settlement. He travels to Ithaca and plans talks with naval trade leaders to avoid a broad walkout.
The Iron Age reports no major weekly shifts in iron and metal markets. Bessemer iron remains strong with heavy Pittsburgh and eastern demand, while foundry pig iron lags. Export demand grows, with buyers seeking 15 000 to 19 000 tons. prices in England rise, American producers wary of competition, possible freight-led exports amid ore supply. Shortage of iron in Europe opens disposal chances for surplus here.
In Savannah on March 22 D A Tyson and ten others pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud by mail. The gang ordered goods from out of state to be shipped to blind tigers, using falsely engraved papers and aliases. They victimized wholesale merchants in Montgomery, Chattanooga, Redmond, Charleston, Baltimore, Cincinnati and beyond. sentencing will occur in a few days.
The champion's three challengers are not fully named yet but Jack McCormick and Ed Dunkhorst are expected to be two of them. Jim Barnes is slated as the third. Jeffries plans to leave Cal horn ak and train there for the bout.
State Journal readers urged to take BBB Betante Blood Balmn to purify impure blood and treat spring humors. Ad claims 20 years tested, cures pimples eruptions and rheumatism, with large bottles $1 and full treatment $5, free trial bottles offered by mail from Mitchell St Atlanta Ga.
A long string of brief notices reports meetings lectures incorporations and happenings from Topeka Bird City and other towns. It notes registrations lectures by Frank Nelson in Jetmore city church incorporations including Zion church Bird City First Methodist Concor dia and The Firemen’s Relief Association plus YMCA and church notices. Also mentions market items weather transport road conditions and various social events and incidents with scattered names places and dates.
The Ladies Aid of the First Congregational church staged an entertainment last night featuring readings, music, and piano solos directed by Mrs Forbes with Mrs Sargent assisting. Funds support decor and furnishing for church parlors and the pastor’s stay, with plans for interior decorating and new carpets and curtains.
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