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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1900
Page
1
A report declares the war effort justified and describes the War Party's triumph as complete, asserting moral and strategic vindication for leaders and supporters amid ongoing conflict.
Lenton October report notes Conservatives win with a six year hold and a strong anti Plunkett bias driven by Catholic influence. Brown Clark fails in Caithness as party factions fault leadership. South Africa war policy dominates as Lord Roberts expected to gain power while Lipton’s trophy race stirs sports chatter amid political and imperial tensions.
London Cable Letter highlights miners and operators talks as rail and gold stories mingle with American politics. Topeka pages cover theater gossip, editorials, social notes, Aunt Trudy’s column, fashion, and a color picture feature amid projections of American illustrators’ openings.
Democratic vice presidential candidate and allies toured Maryland towns including Middletown Boonsboro and Hagerstown amid cheering crowds. Stevenson spoke on imperialism and party goals as supporters clashed with McKinley backers and the event featured bands lights and fireworks through the evening.
General Manager Henry Wood of the Choctaw Oklahoma and Gulf railway seeks a contradiction of a report from Oklahoma City claiming a contract between the El Paso and Northern railway and the Choctaw Oklahoma and a railway for the building of 400 miles of standard gauge track within the next twelve months.
Report describes a test of bridges and buildings on the Rock Mindines in Wilkestaarre. Mr. Bishop expects a four week delay, with preparations and rest required before the fete.
A detailed deposition session shows Grimes denying receipt of any money or bonuses from Merchants National Bank and stating he secured a pass for Willard. Testimony covers state funds, loans, and a Willard transportation matter, with witness questioning and procedural notes from Justice McClintock’s office.
In a mixed fusion contest in Haskell and Gray counties Democrats back a Republican while Populists back a Democrat and a straight Republican runs. Republicans chose Steve Cave after John Harper was defeated for renomination for wanting another term. D. Lammert had been a candidate but withdrew. Democrats nominated Lammert who remained a Republican. Lemmmert’s GOP ties complicate the race as fusion debates loom.
Social Democrat nominee Eugene V. Debs arrives in Topeka from Wichita, will speak at the Auditorium, and is greeted by a local reception committee. Kansas political scene notes campaigns by Bryan supporters, party officers, and upcoming speeches across the state.
Zitforte patrons paid under protest as the circuit court weighs a 6 percent charge on a $1 rate court action. The gas company refused the money and said injunctions would be fought in court while bills accrued. K Ob Billings, president of the People company, announced the FL rate.
Reporter notes crowds at the Henderson depot as Governor Roosevelt arrives by train for a campaign stop. Prominent Kentucky politicians escort him and discuss the “square deal” and freedom, with calls for liberty and civic rights amid the crowd.
Police report Marie Hicks a Beloit graduate, 27, detained after threats to kill herself if returned to a partner. She lives with guardians and has long been under Mrs Thorpe care for alleged insanity and drug use. Parents seek her safe home while she chooses depraved associates.
The Kanmis Moon association plans a meeting at the Copeland hotel on Monday October 1 at 2 oclock to denounce the mills that slashed Kanane wheat and to publicize Kansas wheat. Officials claim Kansas produced over thirty million bushels this year and emphasize duty to promote state grain.
A wild steer blocked the center of Kansas Avenue this morning drawing crowds as police failed to restrain it. Bystanders moved to safety while residents reported no injuries before the animal wandered away toward Eighth Avenue. No source details on origin or ownership were provided.
An unsigned, period voice extols Porfirio Diaz as Mexico's strong leader, praising his four term service and high national standing. The piece notes Diaz's influence in Latin America and mentions his music ties and a Washington social role. Weather items follow with an Oct 12 Kansas forecast, predicting fair conditions tonight and Sunday.
Report covers two proposed plans after conferences fail to reach a definite conclusion on wage advances for September. Indicates continued need for another convention. Notes sessions in Berneton and nearby areas with officials and delegates debating wage scales and committee actions.
A cryptic dispatch notes a leader of the Black Magy nae est Canton advancing toward Hu-Man provinces. It mentions plans to confront Wer Vankine and cross De At Mo-Dear with a march toward Stee Wu by late October.
Registry clerks labor through yesterday’s return to morning session in Manhattan and the Bronx. Officials report a mix of figures across districts with Brooklyn, Queens, and The Bronx showing varied totals as registration proceeds. The total counts reflect shifts from last year and hint at overall turnout patterns for the metropolis.
Lansing October 12 The expected session of the Michigan legislature adjourned with no agreement on a constitutional amendment. The issue centered on taxing railway property and other corporate property in the city. The measure would repeal a prior charge and set new assessment levels.
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