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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1900
Page
3
Kansas state affairs appear unsettled as editors outline unusual parliamentary moves and political tensions. The piece highlights unexpected coalitions and strained governance affecting local and statewide policy discussions.
A chaotic record of jointist proceedings details fines owed by city officials and residents. Council members debate payment timelines and authority for collection while factions accuse opponents of improper election influence.
A proposed Atchison to Doniphan County railway would link Atchison Pott to Highland Severance Watheba White Clod, with aims to open towns along the river within a year. The project plans a terminus at Si die, a bridge, graded roadway, and potential support from local leaders seeking a new route.
Squirrels loaded in an express wagon from Wichita are described as being sent east. The animals crack corn and mostly seem at home in the covered boxes as men from Oi taber arrange the shipment. Mr Payne and Gree oversee the transport, with others helping to keep the animals calm during the journey.
Delegates and visitors gather for the Pythians of Kansas meeting at Knights of Pythias hall. Highlights include grand lodge sessions, receptions for Ratbone Sisters, uniform rank drills, and prize offerings totaling substantial sums for classes A and B among 24 and 16 participants respectively.
Fort Scott May 11 The old Parkin sugar plant of this city established with government aid at a cost of 250000 to experiment in cane manufacture of sorghum syrup has been sold for 25000 to L N Best, an Iowa businessman. The plant recently became a sorghum syrup factory operated by a local company with plans to market product to mixers. Best intends to run it on a large scale as an independent glucose plant.
The grand chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star closed its Hutchinson session with the installation of newly elected officers. Grand Matron and other officers were named, including Mrs. Loina Olinate of Anthony and Mrs. Della Bennett of Mutebipeon. Retiring grand secretary Mrs. Seatentereed Topeta will preside at the next meeting.
H E Slayton of Manchester New Hampshire secured a record Western deal by buying 10 car loads of eggs now in cold storage. The buyer plans to hold the stock until next winter and expects strong profits as prices rise. The sale totals over two hundred dollars per car.
A man named Sharrell faced a $100 fine after a divorcees letter to his wife was deemed obscene by the court. He pleaded guilty and was ordered to pay about $107 court costs, with the letter costing the neighborhood around $200 in expenses and upset.
H Kelly of Edgerton Kansas won a government flour contract for carloads destined for Indians, beating more than 100 competitors. He claimed his offer was slightly higher than the lowest bid yet produced better value, praising his win and mentioning regional wheat output in Kansas.
Kansas and Oklahoma drummers gather in Atchison for the ninth annual session of the Grand Council of Hall Commercial Travelers. More than 60 members expected. event spans today through Saturday with special train arrivals and a home drive to city attractions. Senator Baker secured pensions for Kansans, including Bruton Eilett and George C. Kent, with various increases and allowances listed.
The long convention scene ends with William Jennings Bryan nominated by acclamation for president. Debate over vice presidential pick centers on Charles Towne and a five man ticket plan. Tense exchanges involve Senator Butler and South Dakota delegates as the floor contends over rules, conferees, and future strategy.
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