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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1900
Page
1
A large labor dispute spreads across Pennsylvania and Ontario coal mines. Union leaders threaten sustained strikes and call for a miners convention while authorities deny immediate troop deployment. Reports note several collieries staggering toward shutdown and tensions flare in Wilkes Barre and surrounding towns as miners insist on working only under union orders.
Hard coal shipments on the Reading railroad are set to decline as western Schuylkill collieries wind down with mine openings tied up in days. Workers threaten a nationwide stoppage while President Mitchell leads a huge Wilkesbarre demonstration with a mass meeting at West Side Park and city leaders in attendance.
Near complete returns from the tote town elections in New Haven show the Republicans losing seven towns. Of the 2 Leais Yotkins about two have been. Republican 18, Democratic 4. Canterbury and Killingworth miss in 1809 were Republican and Democratic respectively. If counts hold, Republicans would lead with 43 towns to 127 for Democrats.
Georgetown Ky Oct 2 The Youtsey case in which Henry Youtsey is accused of complicity in disacination proceedings saw over 100 witnesses subpoenaed as Judge Cantril presided. The Commonwealth sought rapid attachments and a readiness to proceed while the defense asked for more time to prepare. Youtsey entered with his wife and relatives, appearing pale but healthy as the court adjourned until tomorrow.
Six year old Guy Rilgia fired a target pistol at his sister, one, during a dispute over two dollars. The child nearly died from the gunshot, and the sister was taken to a hospital in Wichita in dangerous condition.
A court day on divorce cases shows many petitions dismissed for want of prosecution. The text cites cases where spouses endured mistreatment yet did not proceed to divorce. Notable entries include Beretta versus Bre Bevelle and William Adar versus a wife, with dismissals or postponed proceedings. A separate note mentions Sugar Bounty and a one cent per pound sugar proposal affecting state revenue.
Contending reports note Li Hung Chang will begin negotiations with Russia's M. DeGtere in Tien Tsin after abandoning plans to proceed to Pekin. Gen Chaffee to keep forces in Pekin and an October 6 start for the Pagting Fu expedition is delayed. Russian legation exits Pekin as France signals path to peace and a broader accord among powers.
Washington reports only two steel armor companies attended a navy department conference on naval armor costs. Lindeman of Bethlehem Steel and Schwab of Camest offered no improved rates. The secretary of the navy postponed a decision, planning to revisit the armor issue next month amid limited representation and continued debate. Jabez Ort, son of Lawrence Ort, was terminated by the Republicary of the Fifth district.
Rev Fred Cont of Pekin says a relief expedition left June 4 with 73 foreigners, mostly women and children, besieged by Chinese. Dr Brown advised entry via a city sewer used by Americans and British, aiding timely Allied arrival before Russians and Japanese. Cont notes discovery of dockets incriminating top officials and evidence on the Boxer fighters. Rev Frank Gamewell is praised by Sir Claude MacMena for defending the legations.
Washington September figures show a drop of 6.12 million in the national debt as of September 29. The daily balance reflects higher cash on hand and bond redemptions, with total debt at 1.541 billion, after accounting for certificates and treasury notes and various reserve, trust, and fund allocations.
David B. Hill spoke at the Academy of Music in Brooklyn inaugurating the Kings County Democratic campaign. He urged support for Bryan, defended party unity, and rejected calls to bolt or form new factions over church or corporate influence. The crowd filled the hall as he defended his loyalty to the Democratic nominee.
Emporia reports J G Johnson of Peabody says Kansas trends favor Bryan, cites unrest and a strong Kadence for reform. He dismisses Mulvane’s Chicago betting on McKinley, predicts Bryan to win by a large margin. Also notes Rice Trust talk in Beaumont with plans to secure farmer contracts and long term supply.
Col Bryan argues a new point on military affairs and links to a Philippine lumber venture, claiming trusts drive imperial policy while criticizing Republican handling of trusts, militarism, and the economy during a tour through Minnesota towns and Illinois. Bryan also notes a political schedule and stops at Shakopee Jourdan Belle Plaine St Peter Henderson and Belle Plaine.
Garden New York reports October 16 and other prints in New York October 11 to 20 inclusive. Weet Vine ry notes Col Bryan will address a Bryan club meeting of the Atlantic coast states on the latter date.
Pacific Coast Steamship Company steamer City ro s sustained minor damage. wrecking firm working to float her. Senator arrived from Cape Nome and Bt Michaels with about 1,100 passengers. Hatch of San Francisco is among attorneys for defendants in Nome receivership cases, seeking a supplementary order from the federal court to turn over mining assets.
Governor Roosevelt kicked off a Nebraska tour in McCook on October 2 with thirteen speeches. Despite rain and chill, crowds grew as the day progressed and roughly thirty to forty thousand people heard him at various stops. The special train leg moved toward North Platte for eleven more speeches over about 600 miles, with night gatherings in Hastings, Holfredse, and Arapa sae.
Minnesota Democrats will not oppose Republican nominees for justice and associate justice after state convention. Judge Webh resignation cited. Party endorses nonpartisan judiciary and will not seek to defeat Republican candidates. resolution approved to abstain from efforts against chief justice and other Republican nominees.
General Sternberg writes Adjutant General Garvin acknowledging prior misgivings about selling beer to soldiers but now says the army canteen has produced desirable results. He notes observations by officers across posts show reduced drinking and fewer disturbances, affirming the program’s impact.
Charles A. Towne of Minnesota, campaigning for fusion, spoke to about 300 people in Salina and Abilene on Monday. He presented a forceful address, with emphasis on political harmony and proposed reforms, as weather forecasts noted chilly, windy conditions for the area tonight and Wednesday.
A Topeka fundraising drive reports $15,000 raised for a Kansas exposition project. A special committee, including Kiveerdt Wilder and Downing, organized to solicit subscriptions, aiming to unify civic support and spur progress. Volunteers note broad local enthusiasm and a push to secure further pledges as the campaign proceeds.
The article reports a heated dispute between the Federal Party of Porto Rico and the administration with delegates set to convene for congress. A Republican mass meeting has entered the administration’s arena and nominated candidates for office at the upcoming gathering in Acivgaten.
A Pekin news brief notes a returned missionary bringing joy to the community. The report mentions Saint Francis and the West, with references to travels, seasons, and gratitude. The fragmentary text emphasizes happiness and a sense of mission fulfilled.
A garbled OCR fragment lists scattered names and phrases with no clear sequence or coherent event. It mentions people like Burr Oar and Beth Duairidt Poullickar alongside unrelated terms, months, and locations, but it conveys no definite incident or outcome.
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