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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1900
Page
4
A garbled scan from the Philadelphia Record contains a string of snatches about politics money and social mores. Lines reference a Berwuee style critic and a cynical quip exchange about debts and obligations. The overall piece feels like a humor column with scattered quotes and character sketches.
The article notes a broad Republican triumph aligned with McKinley era policies, citing Bre Kinsey's overwhelming win as a rebuke to Bryan's platform. It highlights fear of radical change, support for imperial policy limits, and voter consolidation against Croker and Tammany. It mentions Florida governor, Nevada, and silver issues as context.
A fragment discusses politics and social dynamics with remarks on women’s roles in love and gossip. It notes sensational local contests over minor offices and mocks card games as trivial compared to political feuds. The piece also references a folk tale tone about obedience and trust in marital and family relations.
Fragmentary notes describe misread labels, medical terms, and a stray poultry remark. The text hints at uncertainty in daily life and the blurred line between trade and profession, mentioning an amateur poultry fancier and a tainted label.
The Burgomaster proscribes a sparkling operatic performance featuring Ming Yerrington and William Riley Hatch, with Cole man and Davenport earning praise. The to popular piece, praised for music, lyrics, and staging, drew strong applause and will repeat tonight and tomorrow with a matinee.
A testimonial claims Hood's Sarsaparilla completely removes scrofula and related ills from all ages. It describes a daughter of Slias Vernooy of Wawarsing who suffered widespread sores and facial eruptions, heals after the medicine, with signs of recovery continuing.
An old advertisement touts Hood's Zarsaparina as a guaranteed cure all. The copy urges readers to ask their druggist immediately and not accept any substitute for relief.
A political letter from Governor Stanley addresses charges that his administration favors old soldiers in state charitable institutions. The missive outlines appointment practices, directives for selecting board members, and calls for prioritizing surviving Civil War veterans, Spanish War veterans, and related beneficiaries, with a push for strict economy and integrity.
Topeka reporter notes George B Quarrels eastern firm traveling agent visited Kansas state house on a trip to assess major buildings. He claimed to have seen every state house except Topeka and described plans for a new national statehouse larger and grander than nearly all others, with substantial funds still needed. He praised the Kansas senate chamber as well.
Big Telit Devere headlines a tour as the "Short Gun Baler" actor in Hoyts Black Shep. Marty Davenport stars in Grawfort Friday with Vinelet as his tour partner. The act includes fencing and comedy, with Devere set to perform for a large audience and a brief interlude. A fire at Beloit damages a laundry and light plant, likely caused by a dry rack blaze, with estimated losses around 1,500 dollars.
A Topeka departure on the Great Rock Island Route leaves for Colorado Springs with arrivals listed at 10 percent and Denver at 11:00 a m. Welock ext a m. The notice outlines timetable details and fare of 20 dollars per month.
A large Chinese monkey escaped at WF Brummer & Co bird store in Milwaukee yesterday afternoon. It killed two canaries and damaged parrots’ cages, then pelted them with seed. Police arrived as a crowd gathered, and shop staff recaptured the animal after a wild chase. Damage estimated at about $50.
New York Nov. 7 Reverend Jereival C. Pyle rector of Grace Episcopal church in Jersey City Greenville district sparked parish unrest with criticism that the church is deteriorating and overburdened by debt. He accused a failing vestry of mismanagement and said worshippers have suffered, facing slamming doors and jeers as he denounced alleged misuses of funds and authority.
Nearly 300 vote majority for state and congressional ticket in Woodson County Kansas. Final returns show Republican McKinus and Stanley winning all ticket except county attorney, with Justice party taking that post. Congressman J. M. Miller secured about 260 votes.
The funeral of Cor wr. Dweedaale who died Sunday was held this morning at First Presbyterian. Rev Countermine conducted the services. Pallbearers included Jute Macdurmald Co Mauneel HG Terrier and others. Burial at Pope Demieters cemetery. The funeral of Peter Barker, mstered at the North Topeka church, will be held Thursday with Bart Pillow post No. 16 and prominent ministers among those present for a long service.
A Louisville Courier Journal item by JW Buchanan recounts an odd simian incident linked to an Old Nen’s singersipas tale about a hen. The narrative describes a hen of extraordinary weight causing a door knobump incident, a cat with three kittens, and the hen’s protective actions, culminating in a dramatic chase and rescue.
Regional returns show Osborn out of contention for representative. Parlonists gain in Trego, Morris, Ottawa, and Saline counties with mixed results. Governor Stanley faces cross-currents as Crum’s ward in Oswego and Labette County tilt toward him. Wheatley contests Ridgeley’s lead, while Crawford County may push his margins higher.
Early reports from Lyon County indicate Republican candidates W. T. Huggins for senator and Charles Harris for representative were defeated. Telegraphs to Republicans show gains nationwide, with Populists optimistic about state results, while Democrats note shifts amid claims of victory for Republicans in Kansas. Local party figures discuss future political implications and electoral promises.
Detroit reports an experimental western ranch to be developed this winter in Lower California and Mexico by Michigan investors. The project aims to replace old methods with modern, high tech operations across 166000 acres near the Ute Hate border, 75 miles from San Diego and 30 miles from Ensenada. The venture includes poultry, a modern incubating plant, armed night guards, and a telephone linked alarm system across the property.
Antwerp reports Anton Hamellan, an Austrian, ongoing 20 day challenge to walk from New York to San Francisco. He travels with his wife and children in a bath chair, claiming a past journey from Vienna to St. Petersburg with his family in ninety days. The trek mirrors a wager against an American paper and follows earlier routes via Witans and Bath cher.
Henrique Amat a 44 year old native of Pete, Tet, hails from St Louis and acts as interpreter and guide for emigrants. Last night he escorted 33 French emigrants through Upton station, arranging food purchases and coordinating travel while commenting on future vineyard work and the nation’s widening openness. He speaks French by birth, aids fellow emigrants, and is attending to duties with thoroughness as the train departs Indianapolis. Senator Bever remains a political figure in the broader context of national awakening and immigration challenges.
A fragmented Portland report notes early election totals from Washington state bounds. Democrat Regera leads with 14978 votes as 1/4 of the total returns come in, showing a wide margin for Thayers Te and a fatality tied to the stake context.
A garbled 19th century item hints at Tennessee politics with references to Bryan in Tennessee Beale and Democratic committees. The text parrots an ad clerk and odd quotes about rewards, while odd phrases imply a satirical or misplaced clipping. It preserves named entities and a chaotic editorial tone from a Chicago Daily News fragment.
The readable lines describe a chaotic stage scene with characters and dialogue about shows and performers. Amid garbled OCR text names such as Bay and ReaTaL surface, alongside stray words on conductors and theatrical acts. The passage reads like a cluttered script with interrupted phrases and unclear context.
Fragmentary OCR text references a historic talk or meeting about fitting planes. No clear names, dates, locations, or outcomes are readable.
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