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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1900
Page
4
A mosaic of late 19th century notes covers political figures Gen Harrison Bryan and Cleveland, voting machines in New York towns, and tariff talk. Messages from Washington and London offices mix with local observations on campaigns, trusts, and public sentiment.
The Albany Press argues every citizen has right to stand by personal opinions and that vast political organizations often push questionable measures. It warns independents to consider wise governance over party loyalty and notes workers may follow party lines at the expense of future welfare.
A fragmentary column notes social advice and wry observations on memory, habit, and modern quirks. It mentions a tongue in cheek view of taste, will making, subtle social tricks, and a joke about an automatic ash weighing device for fish, all in a breezy dated tone.
A compact column of satirical snippets and wry observations on politics money talk and social quirks. The verses touch on gifts promises and public life with playful quips and a glimpse of turn of century Philadelphia humor.
Kansas report details a meeting called by Commissioner John A. Goodwine at Topeka venue to unite churches, lodges, and volunteers in Sedewick County. Delegates will plan charitable work and public education to curb vagrancy, promote humane treatment, and prevent crime while supporting dependent or detained individuals.
Wichita November 2. Mrs D W Simmons wife of Sedgwick jailer warned of a dream predicting a prison delivery. Deputy found Charles McCoy alias Ross under tenting plans and sawed bars. Nine prisoners involved. guard alerted, scheme stopped.
Abilene and Salina shopkeepers cashed checks for a traveler who posed as a trader. A man named Werinde and others allegedly cashed payments, then fled toward Ballina while authorities traced the fraud. Local banks aided the investigation and noted prior similar incidents in the area.
Reno County horticulturists prepare for busy season as fruit growers convene in Thuytehinnon for a meeting. The Reno petty Hopticsithral wooltie program shows value to local orchards and outlines plans for two weeks of work and a postevent schedule in early December.
An immense crowd gathered at the Lawrence opera house to hear Read and Allen the Story Teller and Governor’s Secretary. Read spoke about appealing to common sense, with humor and points that amused the audience while predicting a future when Ten and grandfathers would appear. The K A Glee club performed several selections after the speeches.
The Independence Gas Company plans to provide free gas for farming families in Montgomery County starting November 2. The network will stretch about eighty miles from town into surrounding areas, delivering heating gas and supporting home use.
A historic note describes the Independence Company's strategy to secure gas by parceling land and receiving royalties. The approach cuts off nearby areas, blocking rivals and ensuring an inexhaustible supply from wells in the surrounding belt, with emphasis on protecting resources from competing firms.
Governor Stanley and Judge McBrian addressed a large audience in Thayer Kansas on November 2. The speech occurred in an unfinished double storefront, making the setting unusual yet the governor delivered a lengthy address. The event featured a torchlight procession and a wide turnout despite the harsh venue.
Three Beloit youths Maurice W Hartineane Ludelph F Gable and Ralph D Collen were given Royal Arch Degrees by Masons in Beloit. Joseph W Smith grand high priest of Kansas presided and conferred the decrees. The graduates, all Belou dish school alumni, joined in a historic same team ceremony with guests from nearby chapters and an elegant banquet to follow.
Atchison November 2 B P Wagener bets J P Pomeroy of Quierado Col $200 that Bryan will carry Anka Washington November 2 Pension grants list individuals including Grigini Abraham Newkirk Galt Adelbert Bunker Beloit and others. Fusionists rally Pittsburg with J Jenners Hotel Hast Fourth Street and a large tent gathering featuring speeches about Philippines and constitutional principles.
Mrs Ira Knowtom of Butte Montana reports dramatic relief from long standing dyspepsia after using Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. She credits renewed appetite and eased stomach pain, noting rapid improvement within weeks and widespread family use. A Hampton Virginia correspondent also praises two months of benefit after years of treatment. The ads claim the tablets aid digestion without laxative effects and contain pepsin and gastrias, available in US and Great Britain drugstores.
Montgomery county reports two estates reverting to Kansas after heirs could not be found. Robert Hickenbotom and Alexander Campbell died intestate, leaving small or no estate, with probate efforts spanning three years. The cases highlight Kansas laws on escheat and state ownership of unclaimed estates. Hutchinson dispatch notes Cheater L Long’s campaign event in Reno County with strong Republican support.
Tiuterneon Nev and Ed O'Brien of Florence and E G Hudson shot twenty five live birds each at the park Thursday. The score was O'Brien three and Hudson two. Hudson had three down. The shoot paid 26 a night with Swhllar Alien referee and large attendance. Breidenthal spoke at Chanute, Lambert at Strong City with Lt. Lant bert greeted by a good crowd at a Republican meeting.
Rev A L Robb, a returned missionary from Tak Hing China, told First Presbyterian Church prayer meeting last evening of his summer experiences in old China backed by Prince Tuan and the empress dowager. He described the contact scenes and his return to visit relatives in the city.
The letter describes Boxer violence in China, the role of the government, and minister Conger in Canton. The writer argues for punishing the reactionary faction to ensure lasting peace and enable renewed missionary activity with support from the United States, Japan, and England.
Readable fragments suggest a travel ad offering round trips to the Winter Vik Santa Fe Route with a $5256 return fare. Daily SE rates quoted and tickets to California and City of Mixton, with validity for this month. Describes a descriptive folder and asks readers to send for particulars.
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