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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
8
A garbled antique text blends fragments about truths in ink and a yeast inch in bread, noting a single cake of soap with unabsorbed alkali can ruin costly embroidery. It asks if risks with common soap are wise and likens Ivory Soap to indispensable axle grease for a wagon, then ends abruptly with stray numerals.
A small town theatre presented a three act comedy about a man named Dick under a tight uncle imposed marriage condition. The cast included W. Newcomb as Dick and Miss Nanoty Herron as Dick's wife, with a college orchestra enhancing the lively domestic farce.
In Detroit on May 1, women competed in whist preliminaries for trophy contests and mixed baccarat events. Names of players and clubs appear, including Philadelphia, Washington, Santa Fe and local entrants. Separate items mention preparations for Sioux Falls and Denver, with notes on committee appointments and upcoming elections for populist leaders.
New York May 1 Bishop spoke at the annual dinner of the Loyal Legion of the United States Desmontes's. He said his mind had not changed on Philippines policy since returning to the United States. He illustrated his views with a tale about a son and a marriage proposal emphasizing continued responsibilities.
Washington May 2 United States Minister Charles Page Bryan cables the state department for the government of Christ to allow the South Atlantic squadron to join in festivities marking four hundredth anniversary of Brazil's discovery. Secretary Long replies to Admiral alert Bahia to proceed at once to O.
Chicago May 2 report states grand jury voted true bill against George W. Gubbina president of the Bricklayers and Stone Masons Union. Indictment alleges conspiracy to incite riot tied to the raid on 38 percent West Randolph Street on April 24.
Baseball Saturday features Washburn meeting Etsporia Normal in a tight contest. Washburn plans a change at shortstop, hoping to bolster defense, while Stewart will handle the catching duties for Washburn.
Oakland items reportMiss Mamie Riley visiting family Montrose Oe returns from trip to Otahoria with farmer prospects Wools mill closed for engine repairs New Methodist minister to meet congregation at 422 Green area Briony ent ite notes and shopmen tied up Oaklands Hennie Ascher visits Richland In May Chinese calendar causes census date confusion New stable mapping dates Chinese to Gregorian aids enumerators
A jumble of short items mentions pension day, the India Mining relief fund, township assessors, and paving near Bear new avenue. References include corrections, court notices, a baby show at the street fair, a building permit at 430-422 Taylor Street, and plans for a Cumberland Presbyterian church in Potwin. Mentions of Topeka affairs include a jury verdict, temperance club, and county committee reorganizations.
In Bay City Michigan on May 2, about 700 box takers and helpers in seven factories went on strike seeking wage increases from 1/4 to 1/2 percent. Management refused the raise, halting production as workers picketed outside plants.
In Lincoln on May 3 the Republican state convention nominated the state ticket by acclamation with Thurston and editors Rosewater prevailing in the anti Thurston faction. The delegates at large contest sparked intense excitement before the final ballots showed Thurston and Rosewater elected. The ticket includes Dietrich for lieutenant governor Savage for secretary of state Stueffer for treasurer Weston for auditor Prout for attorney general Fulmer for public lands Sayre and Fults for safety and public instruction electors Nesbitt Windom Royce P Davidson Facov Kennedy Lander and others. In Pittsburgh American Ax and Tool Co bought 35 acres on the river near Oil City to build the largest plant of its kind, centralizing the combine’s operations. pea men will be employed before year’s end.
The comptroller of the currency investigated charges against Receiver Albaugh and Attorney Lambert over a land sale by trustee Battey for First National Bank of Emporia. He found no misconduct or negligence, exonerating the executives and praising the receivership’s honesty and efficiency for creditors.
Washington March 3 The Industrial Commission weighs its beet sugar industry report with hearings set to begin May 7 on general labor roads. Testimony resumes next Wednesday with H. Fuller of Labor formations and R. F. Kennedy of Indianapolis scheduled to speak. The May 1 week may focus on beet sugar industry with Prof Weil from the agriculture department as first witness.
London May 4 Baron Russell presided over the Royal Literary Fund dinner with over a hundred literary figures. Mark Twain joked that, on his way home, he would run for the presidency because there were not enough candidates yet. He also spoke on copyright reform, hoping the 30 year after death term might be adopted in the United States.
President selects William Glover Gage of Michigan as commissioner and William A. Hunt of Montana as US agent before the Chillan claims commission. Switzerland to name a third commissioner. The panel will convene in Washington within the next six months.
Secretary Nichol of the naval arch fuel sector says it will take a long time to raise the £58,000 needed to complete the Dewey Arch reconstruction. He notes interest is dead and funds cannot be raised quickly.
A reader quotes Amy K. Giass of Rolfe asserting coffee can trigger delirium tremens as surely as whisky. He cites his mother’s early coffee use causing dysentery and notes she is healthier after quitting coffee, while temperance speeches link coffee as a form of slavery.
Executive committee discusses ideas to back the Damrosch fund at the Metropolitan Opera House. A subsidy will be raised with a promised 50 members guaranteeing the subscription, and subscribers will receive back the initial penny. If more funds are needed beyond Berets income, individuals may contribute personally.
Washington reports mail and views from the Philippines indicate a new insurgent strategy. Bands will be scattered across islands and in daily contact via scouts carrying orders on retreats reinforcements and movements. Strong insurgent columns are said to be organized to threaten towns and provinces while continuing to levy taxes for sustenance and the war effort.
Frankfort Kentucky May 2 witness Frankton Cul ton clerk of Auditor of State Sweeney testifies at bail hearing for himself and others connected to the Goebel murder case. He recalls talks with Powers and Taylor about witnesses and plans, mentions discussions of shifting legislators, and cites Henry Youtsey and Jim Howard discussing the murder and related evidence. He denies certain conversations with Sallie Jackson and describes tense meetings in Powers office with threats of violence.
The Topeka Stats Journal reports that talks over the purchase of Danish wrest lines have broken down between Denmark and the United States. The issue centers on price terms and delivery arrangements, with no immediate settlement in sight.
A Canadian private faced a brutal court martial after looting a Boer farmer’s chicken during a three week quarter rations crisis near Paardeberg. He was reportedly strapped to a wheel gun carriage and exposed to the sun for two hours daily, a punishment described as barbarous and not aligned with English army law. The Ottawa petition to Parliament seeks full government disclosure on the incident and the exact punishment order.
In Liberty Missouri a mob of about 60 masked men hunted down and hanged a Black man from a courthouse balcony late that night. The mob, which cut power to the town and broke into the jail, dragged the man from his cell and carried him to the balcony where he was hanged as townspeople prayed for forgiveness.
Washington reports the revised Cuban tariff to take effect June 15 next. The Official Gazette will begin publication May 16 detailing changes aimed at correcting defects in the Porter tariff and boosting revenue. The revision seeks to limit American goods entering Cuba and address identified shortcomings.
In the Fourth district Republican meeting in Raleigh, African Americans demanded a Negro delegate to the national convention but were refused. The scene sparked anger among the Colored men, with references to long fights over representation and calls for permanent reforms.
New York May 2 Rev Newell Dwight Hills of Plymouth Church urged Christian unity at a missionary conference. He advocated one union church representing all denominations, arguing comity and division hinder shared faith and mission. He praised England for united denominations and urged evangelical, inclusive leadership across churches.
A large United Mine Workers style disruption looms as the association threatens a walkout across Chicago districts. Sixty members from the organization at the Great Northern area push for a state wide contraction rule and prompt answers or work stoppage.
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