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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1900
Page
1
In a Topeka related case, Willie Sells transfers property amid a divorce, yielding over four thousand dollars in jewelry to his wife. The fragmented notes reference a lengthy investigation, suspicions over the transfer, and a planned legal move to Topeka. The document cites witness accounts, attorney actions, and potential ensuing hearings surrounding the sale and settlement.
The record sketches a tumultuous arc around AL G Field Pirate minstrel fame and Peter Selle show partners. It mentions money raised by Frontini suites and jewelry gifts to a wife, a 1672 marriage, and an Australia show turn, with details of reputations and conduct in early touring days.
From Constantinople and Smyrna reports indicate U S claims linked to Armenian massacres are nearing settlement. The Porte persists on failed exequatur for Dr Norton as censorship tightens in Smyrna with dispatches being filtered.
The president and Speskur Tendemion held an extended private conference today and discussed the coming season of congress. A three member delegation met the president on his return while the cabinet already waited and left without seeing him.
Stanton County Treasurer Streeter risks removal and civil actions for failing to extend a tax levy to pay $6,016.49 in interest on outstanding bonds. Officials demand payment, with the attorney general authorized to oust him if he does not respond.
London dispatch details the surrender of the Dewersdorp garrison of about 400 troops with two guns after a five hour engagement near Dewet s dorp. Casualties include Major Hansen and Captain Digby as Knox pursues De Wet near Vaalbank with reports of 2,500 Boers and scattered rioting across Cape Colony.
Republican county central committee chairmen, including Larimer of Okland Tecum- BH, plan a meeting to decide on calling a Republican primary after the death of Harry Ford. Five days’ notice required before the primary, with the governor to be asked to issue the call and declare the election.
The trial of Jessie Morrison for the murder of Mrs. Castle opened with Prosecuting Attorney Bramback outlining the state's theory of a calculated killing prompted by jealousy. The courtroom was packed, Morrison’s family present, and the defense promised self defense citing Miss Wiley Castle’s aggression and Morrison’s fear for her life.
Phillips withdraws from the Chicago board of trade after reporting personal profits of about 300,000 dollars from a November corn deal. He says he will shift to commission business and plans a visit to Montreal. The market fell to 26 cents as short sellers closed positions and holdings liquidated.
District Court adjourned by Judge Harry Safford with no business today. Six late cases and four civil matters set for trial later this week. Monday calendar includes a motion for a new trial and other items. Weather notes report pleasant Thanksgiving. forecast favors moderate temperatures and light winds in the Midwest.
North Topeka mourns the death of Harry Safford a famed criminal prosecutor and Topeka civic figure at age about 45 after a prolonged heart disease illness. He died at 6 p m at 408 West Railroad street surrounded by family. Safford long trained in law partnering with Curtis and William and was known for his vigor in prosecutions including the Matson murder case and the Collins case. He was active in Marshall’s band and local business circles and served in the state legislature before illness forced retirement. His death ends a influential career in Topeka legal and civic life.
The long standing law firm Curtin Salford Williams evolved as partners split and reformed over decades. Benjamin Curtis died, Mr Safford served as county attorney, and the firm remained a leading Shawnee County practice. The burial for Harry Safford follows funeral rites at Grace Cathedral.
City council members opposed to the mayor's pick for chief of police plan to back Sergeant Goff, seeking to persuade the mayor to appoint him. They claim Goff, long on the force, is a strong, capable officer and a safer choice amid concerns over the Stahl administration. The mayor has said he will appoint a man who receives council support, and Goff appears likely to be presented at the next council vote.
A Kansas cattle finance saga outlines Wil He Devoted Entirely to Handling Cattle Paper. Nearly all Kansas cattle loans floated across the line as plans to mobilize large sums in state banks emerge. Interest centers on John Freidenthal and the future of a new enterprise managing livestock finance amid bank cooperation and regulatory scrutiny.
Hundreds of people viewed the body of Cushman Kylings Davis in a Capitol chamber. Military escorts and state guardsmen formed ranks as the catafalque and draped coffin stood beneath crepe and flowers, with ceremonial guards and police present during the viewing.
Fragmented report describes Governor Spek at a city meeting on charity arrangements and opening ceremonies. Mentions officials, Bishop, and president roles amid unclear details and noisy transcription.
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