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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1900

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Understanding Also Applies to the Chinese Ports

A lengthy article discusses German and British aims in China, urging free port access and territorial integrity. It cites a 15 December note between Lord Belv esby and Count von Hatefelit, outlining principles for China's open ports, noninterference, and possible joint action against territorial gains by other powers. The piece references U S policy and a Washington note, plus a Denver lawsuit unrelated to China.

Lemdon Germany England Chine Dober 15 Lord Bellsbury Veo Hatefelit Geran Citna China Ryers Austria Hungary France Italy Japan Russia Sam Washington State Department Germeny Clit Keutral Agni Hug Ciasiog Kdie

Western Union Sued for Damages in Telegraph Error Case

In a U S district court action a suit for 5100 seeks damages against the Western Union Telegraph Company for alleged failure to transmit a message. Plaintiffs are Dr. Balley and Fannie Agres, with Mr. Pulley of Dresden, Tennessee and Mrs. Fewike of Denver. The claim centers on a dispatch sent November 25 by Bert Balley.

B. Agnew Denver Western Uaion Sult United States Western Union ‘Telegraph Company Balley Fannie 2 Agres Western Ore Jon Telersimh Company Pulley Dresden Hoo Mra Fewike Bert

Jones Answers Roosevelt on American Cotton Company Trust

Chicago October 20 James K Jones chair of the Democratic national committee issues a reply to Roosevelt and others alleging the American Cotton company is a trust. Jones says the company operates under a patent and is no more a trust than other commercial ventures. He defends Democratic stance against trusts and asserts support for patent rights while criticizing attacks by Roosevelt and his allies.

Chicago James K. Jones Democratic National Committee Roosevelt American Cotton Company Jones Joreaauld Astietean Cotton Company Os Men— Ducieus Supreme Court of the United States Mo Housevelt Americas Rough Riders Rough Roosevelt Neem

Calls for Papa at trial over Express Messenger murder

Marysville Oct 20 a crowded courtroom heard Rosstyr Ferret charged with murdering Express Messenger Lane. Lana, widow of the slain messenger, attended with her months old baby crying for a papa as Themes Mullen testified to Ferrel's alleged confession. J Dh Kinney identified the package sent by Ferrel. The trial likely continues into mid next week.

Marysville Rosstyr Ferret Express Lane Mes Lana Missenger Old Bay Themes Mullen Ferrell J. Dh. Kinney Ferrel Plain City

Stormy Weather Forecast From Northwest Coast

A damaged weather brief notes a 28 percent warcmeter off Oregon, predicting stormy and colder conditions from the Northwest through the Great Lakes region. Winds shift to the south, with showers possible today and a cool front lingering into Sunday. temperatures ranged from a low around 56 to a high near 60 yesterday, with winds reported at 3 miles per hour.

Oregon Thy Barthers Sitter Breat Lakes Kansas Idaho Ateock

Willard in New York and related court renewals

Information reaches Topeka that Frank Willard, wanted in the Frank Grimes case, is in New York. The case likely to be resumed Monday with testimony from Major Wi Suus and J Slly. Also reports a fire at McCormick Manufacturing in Chicago causing $50,000 damage from a discarded cigarette at Blue Island and Leavitt streets.

Grimes Topeka Wilhred New York Sir Willard Wi Suus J Slly McCormick Manufacturing Company Blue Island Avenue Leavitt Street

Weather Outlook for Kansas Clouds and Showers Tonight

The Topeka State Journal notes weather predictions for the next 21 hours. A threat of showers with southeastern parts affected on Sunday as winds shift from high southerly to northwest.

Kansas

Pact and New German English Alliance Formed

Important news and features cover pact formations and international alignments as well as local and national developments. Includes editorials, society notes, and multiple brief items from Topeka and surrounding areas.

Togeys London Jones Roosevelt Youtseys Gutty Hanna Nebraska McKinley Curtis Beker Willard New York Sporting News Kansas News Railroad Bryan Virginia Washburn Discovery North Topeka John Suthern Asylum Green Bill Wick Payne Topeka Society Topeka Hove Attor McDowell John Brown Charles Reade Paris

Roosevelt Rest s Refuses Interview in Baltimore Speech Plan

Governor Roosevelt arrives in Washington from the west and goes to the Arlington hotel after an early breakfast with President. He declines to be interviewed by newspaper men and will speak in Baltimore tonight, with program changes due to his health and travel, including a brief outside address before departing for New York.

Washington Roose Sixth Street Arlington Hotel Governor Housevelt White House Roosevelt Long W. 5. Cowles Navy Baltimore Lme Pennsylvania Railroad State Central Committee MacComas Chelrman Goldsbrough Music Hall New York

Youtsey Found Guilty in Gebel Assassination Trial

Georgetown Ky Oct 20 The jury found Henry Youtsey guilty of being a principal in the Gebel assassination and fixed his punishment at life imprisonment A motion for arrest of judgment may delay sentencing until February and a sanity inquiry could be ordered A guard will transfer Youtsey to Frankfort Jail for safekeeping tonight

Georgetown Henry Youtsey Gebel Jude R. H. McCabe Youtsey Pie Frankfort

Curtis for Baker in Leavenworth speech

Congressman Charles Curtis announced his support for Lucien Baker as United States senator to succeed himself at a Leavenworth talk. He urged Leavenworth county voters to elect a Republican state senator and three Republican representatives to join the caucus and back Baker.

Leavenworth Charles Curtis Lucien Baker United States Self Curtis Leavworth County Lucian Baker Senator Baker

Duke on Exhibition in The Hague to Ber People

Queen Wilhelmina arrives with her fiancé Duke Henry of Mecklenburg Schwerin and queen mother. Authorities greet the future consort at the railroad station before a royal drive through crowds. Diplomatic corps members are presented at the palace.

Duke Holland the Hague Wilhelming Henry of Mecklenburg-Schwerin

Beatrice Beatrice Neb Posture of Hanna on Last Nebraska Tour

Senator Hanna spoke on the Beatrice depot platform amid a strong wind and cheering crowd on the final day of a Nebraska tour. He praised McKinley, urged Nebraskans to back Republican senators, and joked about returning with his horn if promises were broken. The audience included railway workers and union members.

Hanus Beatrice Pawnee Hanna South Dakota Nebraska Beatrice Munna Serrut Hanna Bath Domen Locumot Sen- Biot Hana McKinley United States

Surprise Party Promise At Nebraska Campaign Rally

Humboldt Nebraska October 2. Senator Hanna and Frye rode to a rally through a storm to a stand near the courthouse. Republicans and supporters cheered as Hanna spoke from a portable platform, pledging a surprise party for the campaign and praising prosperity under the current administration. Local spectators in a maple tree reportedly claimed support for the plan.

Hanne Nebraska Humboldt Neb AL Pawnee Frye Speankins Court House Paw Mark Hanke Tatlek Hanna

President and party to Canton on October trip

Washington reports the president with Air McKinley Secretary Cortelyou Dr Rixey and a clerk will depart Monday evening for Canton. They will stay through election day and resume plans after.

Washington Air McKinley Cortelyou Rixey Canton

Robbery at Mills Dry Goods Store Linked to Four

The Mills dry goods store was robbed by two men and two women on a Saturday night. The women questioned clerks and demanded to see goods. The group bought whiskey earlier, entered the back, were driven to Rock Island depot, and boarded a train to Kansas City. No trace of the robbers has been found in Kansas City.

Ptbiles Saturn Clurks Amketa Rock Island Kansas City Miler Mary Wade Lucreta Battie Charles Hale Emporia Hin Anen Mey Wade Aton Bliss Hall Stoker Hegre

Deadlock Holds in Hazleton Strike Talks

Hazleton Pa Oct 2 President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers indicated to an Associated Press representative that if all regional operators posted notices of no wage concessions the strike would likely not end. He warned partial resumption would be impossible, while conceding widespread notices could clear obstacles and hasten settlement.

Hazleton Mitchell United Mine Workers Associated Press Alfret Scranton J.B. Wente & Co Silver Brook Dedeat & Co Morea Beaver Brook Mill Creek Coal Company Buck Mountain New Boston Schuylkill County Ywasa 3 Audenroth Coxe Bros & Co G. B. Markle & Co Lehigh and Witkusbarre Coal Company

Adlas Comes West and Alabama Population Rise

Chicago reports Adlas arrives tonight then travels to Michigan for the debate. Goshen Indiana and South Bend dates noted for events. An ad touts Guillit's Pala Extractor for cuts and bruises priced at 69 cents. Alabama population rises to 2,925,097 with a 20.5 percent increase.

Gulitt Crite Ad Druggiata

Germany Sides With England Over Boer Trade

London reports Emperor William said Germany benefits if England helps the Boers. The Associated Press cites a German adviser’s visit to England and notes European powers debate South Africa. Observers tie the remark to Germany’s commercial interests and potential effects on markets and diplomacy.

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Galveston Benefit at Thury Lease Theatre

A Galveston benefit event at Thury Lease Theatre is planned for the week to support the surviving interests in a local theatrical venture. The program features performances intended to raise funds for ongoing efforts.

Galveston

Price Of Land and Trusts In Politics Spark Debate

Fragmented text discusses land values and farm lands, urging farmers to consider trust dynamics and industrial power. Mentions Bryan and political choices, warning about trusts, and urging support for Republican or Democratic options depending on perceived outcomes. Named places and figures appear amid an argument on national development and property rights.

Prolonged Party Nomination Dispute in Thirty-Sixth District

A contested correction request targets the county clerk records for the Thirty-sixth district, with Populist and Democratic parties challenging a Gustave Larsen nomination and recounting variant papers. The issue centers on whether the corrected nomination should stand and if the party slate remains valid under electoral provisions.

Gelerd Tedag Cutie Muisg Chet Gustave Larsen Henry Me Henry Me Thora le the Amines For Um Mame Office In the Thirty -Gith Laker Hitter Potison Godard Ian Weniig USA

Racers to England Send Thoroughbreds Abroad

In New York October 10 Whittars Whit ary and James Ti Keenetary ship a consignment of Jon Barren aboard Milneheha with high expectations. They believe the selection will carry weight in England as Nash Turner plans to ride. Weather notes from Chicago forecast cool but unsettled conditions.

Whitesy Kesne New York Witttars E Whitary James Ti Keenetary Jon Barren Stomeraniyy Milneheha Carey Whitesey Cojure Nash Turner England

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