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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1900

Page

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Movement to remove Grimes from Republican ticket grows

A rumor spread that Grimes may be dropped from the Republican state ticket amid a filing in Osage County accusing him of embezzlement. Bank officials and Topeka leaders deny the charges, while depositions from bankers are planned to support or refute the allegations.

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Banks Defend State Treasurer in Depository Controversy

Topeka bankers challenge charges against State Treasurer Grimes claiming banks paid no money to him while others say local banks earned interest on daily balances. Officials discuss laws on state funds, depository rules, and potential costs of the ensuing legal fight.

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Train Kills Two In Johnstown Bituminous District

Walter Johnson and the Bechenaniva men, recent Pittston arrivals seeking work, were struck and killed by a passing train while walking on the railroad track in Johnstown. The incident, occurring near Gct on December 3, is reported with sparse details.

Johnstown Walter Johnson Iva Birtke Pittston Slehe White

Bryan's Early Morning Speech in Quincy Amid Crowd Uproar

W J Bryan and party arrived on a special train at Quincy before dawn. A marching club escorted him to Washington Park where he spoke on campaign issues. He attacked the Republican party for favoritism to elites, war spending, and imperial measures, urging voters to resist coercion and recall concerns for farmers.

Quincy W. J. Bryan Mr. Bryan Carrie Washington Park Ang Keout Bryan Osme Republican Party Arid Mikes Omaha World-Herald Editert VL Fenal Europe Aryan United States Mr. Tiryan

Boers Leaving for New Countries in Large Emigration

A New York dispatch reports hundreds of Boers and their families departing the country of birth to start anew in other lands. Most intend to reach America as their final destination. Two British ships carried 1,200 Boers, soon followed by French ships with 8 000 souls, all from the better era of Boers, bound for Holland.

United States Bollend New York Lorenzo ‘Marquesenys America Holland

Tramp Suspected of Train Robbery in Washington

Tacoma authorities arrest a Scotchman, William Campbell, on suspicion of the Rathdrum Idaho train robbery. A householder identified him as the robber, though police doubt the identification. Separately, Secretary Root’s health shows improvement per latest reports.

Tacoma Wash Willian Campbell Northern Pacific Rathdrum Idaho Campbell

Youtsey's Talk Basis of Most Testimony at Trial in Goebel Case

In Georgetown Ky Oct 9 the first witness Dr Ely described Goebel post mortem and corroborated earlier physicians. Ex Treasurer Waiter Day Ald Youtsey claimed a $400 plan to contest. Arthur Branch delivered a package. Sam Sheppard saw a man with a pistol in the executive Building. George I Hames described cartridge checks. Lt John F. Kuner told of Youtsey funding violence and a basement escape. Cross examination failed to name any accompanying men. Court adjourned as jury to Frankfort.

Georgetown Henry Youtsey Goebel Ely Frankfort Waiter Day Ald Youtsey Youtsey Arthur Branch Adams Express Sam Sheppard Touteer George I. Hames Foutsey Johnson John Fi Kune Rountz Arain Executive Building Stibrway Nescor Youteey Whiteley Harlan Bell Counties Youws Commonwealth

Triangular fight sparks in Honolulu political scene

Honolulu reports a three cornered political battle as Republicans Democrats and Independents vie for control. Independent banners feature King Kamehameha I while R W Wichrey is named for Congress. Local issues include voter registration rulings, merchant boycotts, and the Galveston relief drive.

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Fatal collapse at St Nikander monastery festival

At St Nikander monastery in Porkhoff district during a religious festival a floor collapse occurred after a false alarm. Five men and thirty six women died and many others were injured as crowds were crushed by falling debris.

St. Peterebure St. Nikander Porkhoff

All Night Riots Leave Several Dead in Puerto Rico

Herald reports a street riot in Guasama Puerto Rico after a Federal party shooting wounded a Republican. Four killed, about 20 wounded including several police, as mobs roamed the town. violence sparks fear of broader conflict with Federals and Republicans amid election tensions.

New York Herald San Juan Porto Rico Guasama Federal Party Federal Fuderaia Arin Partion Ea Wquilis

Gambling cases heard after defendants fail to appear

Police court proceedings Monday afternoon cited Dr Janinon C Woods Pred Waters E Eason and Ben Denlay for forfeited bonds. Frank Jordan Weasley Burnettner and Tom Martianeer case continued. William Collie and Hartman described running a bar and back room, with a deck of cards and a table noted as a gambling setup. Judge warned the need to separate gambling from casual gaming and fined Bauldy $50 with ten days in jail.

Janinon C Woods Pred Watey Eason Ben Denlay Frank Jordan Weasley Bumemtner Tom Martianeer William Collie RU Baulds Piva Entity Bowie Hartman Beck Room William

Good Templars hold convention and elect state officers

The Independent Order of Good Templars convened at Strarstatt where George Fillinwider served as secretary. The meeting praised progress, planned field observers, and announced the transfer of Clyde Oklahoma into the Kansas Jurisdiction. Officers named include Jankson Scranum grand chief templar and Putlinwider El Dorado area secretary.

Independent Order of Good ‘Templara Tom Strarstatt George Fillinwider Secretacy Good Templars Juvents

Gorman Denies Everything and Theater Policy Refocus

Ex senator Arthur P. Gorman denies claims of realignment with the Democratic National Committee. The article notes a broader shift in London County theater policy, including bans on standing and installation of a tall rear pit screen to curb crowding in public venues. Also mentions a Patrick Bevan related misperception and a Far Hudson Bay report story with expeditions and violence claims.

London County Room Gorman Washington Arthur P. Gorman Maryland Democratic Natioinal Committee Megarding Saro Stone Missouri Bevan Garmen

Smiley Confesses to Insurance Fraud Schemes

Smiley admits joining a conspiracy tied to the death of Marie Defynbach on August 25. He says the group included Wayland Brown of Mooney & Boland, with others under a New York Life insurance fraud plot. Prosecutors expect three men to be convicted of conspiracy though murder charges remain uncertain.

Steve A Reed Marie Defynbach Bac Safessons Wayland Brown Mooney & Boland Triad Bettetts Ture Slry Stephroum Wcthinn Mins Detenbach

Raid of pickpockets during Cottonwood Falls reunion

A city reunion_cleaned text reports twelve pickpockets and thieves targeting the 614 settlers. Three suspects were sent to Wichita and Newton officers. twelve remain closel y tied to penitentiary. They looted stores taking clocks, seen, shoes, cutlery and dresses. Two men tried near a lone lady, chased by a clerk, nabbed later. Other thefts included a watch, bullion, and money. Plunderers fled toward Council Grove after plundering Newton and Wichita areas, with ties to Hutchinson during Roosevelt visit.

Cottonwood Falls Wichita Newton Perth Gail Cattonwood Council Grove Emporis Hutchinson Moosevelt

Somers Ship Seaworthiness Under Scrutiny After Repairs

New York reports the Somers, bought from the German government, remains unseaworthy and too large for passage to Philadelphia. The vessel has undergone reconstruction in Brooklyn and is under Lieut. John Dodrid’s command with a crew from the Talbot.

New York United States Sormers Tim Hepoklyn Daly Ford Lieut John & Dodridin Talbot

Missionary Setback in China Amid Uprising

In a letter to the Women’s Presbyterian board of missions Brebe Neal notes the Baker uprising has thwarted missionary work in China. She cites Christians scattered or killed across Manchuria and interior provinces as foreigners flee, with Boxer-era violence described as terrorizing traveling workers and disruptors in Shan Tung Shan Bi Ping Yang and Han Yo areas.

China Women's Presbyterian Board of Missions Neal Huse Baker Rmte Rew Tong Chow Pao Ting Shan Bi Yu Hetew Shan Tung le Revernoe Ping Yang Han Yo

Mystery cleared up in Danville murder case

In Danville Virginia the exiled Keller, recently executed in Oklahoma, reportedly confessed to murdering seven men in Macedals county years ago. The disclosure promises to solve a long standing mystery as excitement surges over the revived案 case and questions about motive and venue.

Danville Keller Oklahama Macedals Maualase Vickeily

Shows Her Hand Regarding Her Relations With Foreign Powers

A profile examines a public figure's stance on international ties, detailing positions on diplomacy, alliances, and potential strategic shifts. Emphasizes named officials, countries, and organizations cited in recent statements and policy discussions.

Emperor to Return to Pekin if Allied Troops Leave

Reports from Washington indicate that the Chinese imperial court contemplates the empress and emperor returning to Pekin once allied forces withdraw, provided a guaranteed safety framework is assured. Officials discuss divisions of the capital and conditions under which the emperor and empress might resume residence in the capital.

Washington Faretiy Porry Pekin Tures Wold

Local Prominent Figures Lead Large Public Event

A logs-unintelligible passage describes a notable procession or public gathering with prominent locals and officials leading an audience of thousands. Names such as Sard, Cushing, Woolley, and Stowart are mentioned amid references to a court or civic setting and a long tour ending in an unspecified destination.

Logansport Int Ovt Woolley

Kansas Cadet Faces Court Martial For Desertion

A Kansas cadet is to be tried by court martial on charges of desertion and misconduct. The proceedings were announced at Annapolis and involve naval security. If convicted, penalties could include dismissal from service. Names and exact charges cited in the scant readable text appear garbled.

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President returns to Washington after Denton trip

The President and Mr. McKinley arrived in Washington early this morning after a brief visit to Denton. They were driven rapidly to the capital, with reports noting the trip's timing and the ongoing Democratic conventions in New York and Brooklyn for various nominations.

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