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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1900
Page
6
A calm old passenger recalls a railway collision and the rescuers stopping the train as usual. The tale illustrates why many women stay with Ivory Soap, believing other soaps share odors chemicals and greasiness, while they have never tried Ivory.
Michigan Democrats debate silver policy and party harmony as delegates from districts prepare for the state convention. Contests arise over preferred candidate and platform tone with calls for taxation reform and railroad policy shaping the session.
A fragment describes sidewalk fencing along Federal Avenue near residence property. It notes permits granted to a Limited Bears entity by the city clerk and workmen engaged to restore the sidewalk while authorities coordinate with local ownership.
The street fair publicity committee met and outlined a plan for special Mithographs and window Sangece displays. A fund of $500 was authorized by the general committee to support the campaign. The group discussed progress, allocations, and potential mockups as preparations advance.
Warner and I Robinson added to the executive committee. Wick oversees the fair with a committee including Heath, George, Saannon, Low, and Heath. They will manage horse activities and cotton display to aid visitor convenience.
In Topeka Mayor Drew announced the sale of seats for the new show Saphe at Rawhey and Soow store. Buyers like Mr. Hodgson and Mr. Devw purchased early, paying ten dollars for a full row. The advance sale, crucial for the premiere, proceeds at noon with plans for the first performances and potential Hastings linkage cited by local critics.
Wheeling West Virginia May 1 A telegraph dispatch from Marietta reports a fire that destroyed the largest flour mill in the Ohio Valley. The blaze began in the Hartmore mill area and threatened adjacent structures. Estimated losses exceed sixteen thousand dollars.
The Weather Bureau predicts warmer weather after a brief period of unsettled conditions. Today’s readings show a high around 69 and a low near 49 with westerly winds. The forecast calls for fair weather tonight through Wednesday as a high barometer system moves southeast from Colorado.
May 1 report from Constantinople describes a Porte circular proposing higher customs duties as a provisional measure amid Turkey’s financial strain. The same dispatch notes the mysterious disappearance of Ismail Kemal Bey, recently allied with Britain, after he boarded a transport to Tripoli with a German officer to oversee fortifications, triggering a sensational political incident at the Yildiz Kiosk.
Washington May 1 Conferees on the joint resolution amending the Porto Rico act reached a complete agreement after a second session The Senate resolution extending military officers tenure remains intact House added sections on corporations provide president approval for certain franchises and limit stock issuance forbid stock dividends and require fair valuation The measure imposes real estate and agricultural ownership limits for Porto Rico corporations and outlines regulatory provisions The report was adopted in both houses and the bill now goes to the president
Washington reports a government act signed by the President to extinguish a roughly $4000 debt owed by Hawaii. Secretary Gage plans to add the debt to the federal bonded debt, with immediate payment possible. Funds will be exchanged in Honolulu and Port Said, with gold coins accepted as currency and a rapid settlement expected within days.
Pearisburg May 1 Bertha Hoffman 19 a cigar manufacturer’s daughter was found shot to death in the woods near Prospect Heights A revolver lay beside her and was found tightly clenched in her hand Authorities report the case as involving a possible homicide with arrests pending in the Brigtha case of the suspect namun
A local advisory service advertises free consultations with moderate charges for services. Hours are 9 to 8 daily. Sundays are excluded. The notice emphasizes accessibility and extended weekday availability.
General Grosvenor, head of a Republican statistical bureau, projects McKinley at 260 and Bryan at 174 in the forthcoming Electoral College. He lists likely Democratic states and票 counts, notes Delaware and Maine as uncertain, and says the war in Spain may shape outcomes. He also predicts Maryland and Kentucky for Democrats and Kansas for Bryan, asserting the Porto Rican issue could affect the race.
Illinois Governor Tanner will likely avoid surgery for gall stones after Dr. Nicholas Senn advised that dissolution is possible. He returned to Springfield cheered by the prospect, despite a small probability of needing operation.
Superintendent Arthur M. Waitt leaves New York for Buffalo to confer with the waritime employer of the New York Central railroad. A telegram from Commissioner Webster urges a meeting with the strikers executive committee. Waitt plans to seek a settlement of the wage schedule and notes no freight trouble from the strike, but says the company pays more men than business requires.
Beaver Dam Wisconsin May 1 Fire early today destroyed the Beaver Dam Malleable Iron Works with an estimated loss of 300,000. The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul freight depot and five loaded railway cars were also burned, valued at about 100,000. The factory building was insured for 97,500. New York May 1 Brely former bank bookkeeper released after over five years’ imprisonment. His wife obtained a divorce and remarried during his incarceration. Seely’s son abandoned him. Hakst was found drowned near Long Island after the robbery. Porto Rico orders issued for D J Sinclair to head the post office service there with K L Mekiee as assistant.
In the Twelfth district Mas re elects Renominated J. G. Cannon for commerce. County officials Lambert of Joliet and Wheeler of Kankakee are selected to the national convention with McKinley era instructions.
The Times reports Secretary Root hinted at war over the Danish West India islands amid a vivid bidding intrigue. Agents Rogers and Captain Christmas pressed Denmark to sell to Germany or the United States, with White and Hay maneuvering to secure a U S purchase before Congress adjourns, while Denmark seeks relief from the islands.
Admiral Dewey has decided not to accept an invitation extended by a delegation of Canadians to visit Canada in July. He will inform the Canadians of his decision later today remarking his time is fully occupied for the next few months and that he would like to visit under different circumstances.
The state charter board favorably acts on A E Stillwell's plan for a 1609 mile Kansas to Mexico rail route with 280 miles in Parkas. The proposed line would pass through Wyarfette Douglas Shawnee Osage Lyon Chast Barney Rene Butler Sedgwick Sumner Kingman Harner and Gerber counties, southwest toward Mexico City. Capital stock set at 22000000 with a 2.70 fee.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention secretary of state Ledwands and Stilwell. Discusses proposed grometers and funds to transact preliminary business. Scene shows unclear language and incomplete names.
The Kansas Department of Indor presses for compliance with the eight hour law. State university work at Lawrence saw violations halted after a conference with assistant secretary FL P. Scott. Following prosecutions in Kansas City, Scott helped the Lawrence offenders agree to cease violations. Labor Commissioner Johnson assists in prosecuting two contractors arrested there.
In Minneapolis on May 1 over 800 members of the Woodworkers union voted to strike after night shifts. The action affects sash and door, bar fixture and show case factories in the Twin Cities. Manufacturers offered a 95 percent union hire rate but kept current non union employees. The strike is not effective until tomorrow due to election day. About 1,109 workers are affected.
May Day municipal election in St Paul shows strong voter interest with four candidates. Democratic Robert A Smith seeks mayor, Republican Chester Smith runs, Democrat but listed as citizen Joseph Potgiesti and Herbert G Neal Prohibition party join race.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate cattle and hogs traded with varying prices in Chicago and Kansas City markets. Cattle receipts around eight thousand, hogs near fourteen thousand, with total receipts and shipments tallied faintly across multiple lines.
Market notes from Topeka and Liverpool show cotton demand steady with prices barely rising. Wheat and hay markets mixed with cattle and salt markets reported. sugar refining speculation noted. Financial moves include sugar stocks and refiners influenced by legislative tax changes. overall market sentiment cautious with bears dominating earlier gains.
Market notes from New York on call money and silver certificates. mention of bonds and registered securities. Sugar market in New York shows firm refined sugar with dull coffee trading. brief listing of financial instruments and coupon terms.
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