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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1900
Page
1
Reported movement from Bloemfontein and Warrenton clashes as Boer forces bombard Mafeking. Descriptions cite Kruger urging resistance while Roberts consolidates a strategic push toward or beyond Blokmington, with heavy artillery and infantry actions noted along the Front.
Raw dispatches describe British forces planning cautious moves toward Boemfontein and reiterate warnings against premature advances. Reports mention Lord Roberts, General Gatwenes forces, and preparations for a South African winter campaign plus foreign reactions and prisoner handling debates in Britain. The coverage references Kruger, Chamberlain cables, and the strain over food embargoes and prisoner status.
An American war correspondent reports a scathing indictment of Boer warfare, detailing alleged long years of planning and the Dutch telegraph concerns. The dispatch, filed from Kimberley, accuses Boer leaders of deceit and aggression, portraying the conflict as a calculated campaign. The report emphasizes the broader critique of Boer tactics and leadership.
Col C K Holliday, Topeka founder and first town company president, dies at twelve o'clock noon after a long struggle. Doctors praised his remarkable recuperative power and vitality, though the end came as family hopes were revived.
The private funeral of Habbi Isase ML Wise was held this morning at the essence. The remains lay in state at the Plugh Street temple from 6:20 a.m. until 1 a.m. Business was suspended by all Hebrews in the city. Members of Hebrew Union College attended, the altar will remain lavishly draped for thirty days. The chamber of Dr. When will be draped for a year. The pallbearers were from the Union Hebrew College graduating class and the university, with trustees and members of Masonic Lodge Odd Fellows and other local organizations.
Seattle reporters describe rising war mood as government transport Garente arrives from Manila and Japan readies navy maneuvers. The Rosbin fleet at Nagasaki disrupts harbor authorities while Captain Gonrad reports Japan seeks influence in Korea. A grand Japanese naval assembly and maneuvers are planned for this month.
Col Holliday, a pioneer who helped found Topeka, Kansas, died after a long battle with heart disease. He arrived in the state decades ago with $50,000 earned from work in Pennsylvania and directed Topeka’s early development, including the townsite company and the eventual location of the state capital. The funeral will be held Sunday at the residence with interment in Topeka. He left a widow and two children.
Philadelphia reports fear for the four masted bark Dunnstatt Nike sailing from Philadelphia to Hiogo Japan with 8 cargo of refined oil. After a collision near the equator with the British steamer Veron the crew was rescued by the German steamship Pernambuco. The ship sank with about thirty men presumed lost.
Paris March 2 1 20 p m The foreign office states France will not obstruct the Danish American negotiations for the Danish West Indies. France, noting cordial ties with the United States and Denmark, is willing to waive its claim to Santa Cruz, valuing friendship with the two nations over any Danish Antilles claim.
Captain Peter C. Deming assistant commissary of subsistence United States Navy officers report deficit in war department returns. Major W Groesbeck judge advocate California to prepare charges under Washington orders. Army officers refuse to disclose details, court martial likely.
The Third District Republican convention at Chanute nominated George W. Wheatley of Columbus on the first ballot amid bitter charges of graft and mismanagement. Leland was instructed against for national committeeman, while Burton drew cheers as “the next Senator.” The machine influence, led by Allen Kirkpatrick and T. P. Greer, aimed to gain federal patronage in the district.
A fragmented account from a Kansas political scene describes Burton supporters claiming victory in Miami county while Baker forces gain strength. Emissaries, including T Kelty, are sent to counter further contests and sway delegates with Topeka plans, as Paola and Osawatomie districts show mixed results.
The text cites factional maneuvering in Mingni county as Mr. Greason claims misrepresentation by patriots and Mr. Burton works to dampen the senatorial issue. It discusses Mr. Kellys peace conference plan favoring Remington and Burton’s efforts to avoid precipitating county contests while pushing for endorsements.
The piece recalls a bloodless battle between Finneyan and secretary Knight against Wilson, with Knight aligning with Evans of Sherman County for the Thirty-ninth district. Knight’s tactics trimmed Wilson as the Wakeeney camp backed Jones, Buschow, and others. Knight later secured the nomination for Bukehow, painting Wilson’s supporters as enjoying the fallout at state home.
Democrats favored a one fare round trip for the Sunflower League banquet. Wichita manager H W Stewart reports Santa Fe's W J Bisek has notified of the one fare round trip for attendees, aiming to boost large attendance at the April 2 meeting.
Dr A Sabine of Garden City mounts a bid for delegate to the national Republican convention in the Seventh District. He is backed by many of the surrounding counties and gains support from Judge T B Wall of Wichita, who recently drew strong endorsements at home and plans broad convention backing.
P Ergenbright of Montgomery county withdrew from the Republican race for congressman at large in favor of Charles F. Scott of Iola. He announced at Chanute where Scott received a warm welcome and delivered the opening speech.
Columbus Ohio March 28 The machinists strike is settled after negotiations. Employers agree to rehiring all workers but may hire non union labor on equal terms. Machinists secure a nine hour day and 25 cents an hour with time and a half for overtime. Both sides claim a victory.
Washington report notes a House passage of a bill to revise and adjust sales of Indian lands in Nebraska and Kansas, despite strong opposition from Mr Laceyao who says land sellers did not honor sale contracts and now seek to lower purchase prices. Calderhead, local figure near the lands, led opposition and recounted the bid turmoil by speculators to trap prices, involving hundreds of thousands in Indian funds.
Providence reports a fatal blaze at a farm owned by Jane Frusalil. A mother saved one infant from the flames, but three children perished as the fire consumed the home. Separate Calcutta figures cite 217 deaths and 517 new cases in a related tally.
The piece reports Beveridge supporting free trade with Porto Rico and argues constitutional limits on retaining colonies. It quotes long excerpts on U.S. power over territories, critiquing imperial control and urging civil government for Porto Rico, Hawaii, the Philippines. The debate centers on treaty power, stateshood, and the nation’s future world role.
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