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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1900
Page
1
Governor Roosevelt spoke from the train during a 276 mile run to the Catskills. He addressed labor issues, defended his record, and urged support for his party while noting the public mood and the importance of understanding complex national matters.
The Usttarian institute opens for a three day session in Wortistie Massachusetts with over 100 prominent clergy attending from across the United States. Rev. AS Gartes of Worcester delivered a welcome address and the day featured reading and discussion of papers.
The citizens of Oklahoma and the Indian Territory want statehood for two territories. The formation of leagues to promote this end has prominence. The first league has organized as Waroner, 17. Determined efforts in this direction are being made by the leading people of those territorial areas.
Archbishop Ireland declares he will vote for William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. He says the Republican candidates serve the country’s best interests, promote prosperity and peace, and offer sound solutions to postwar challenges.
A crowd of about three thousand colored voters heard Senator Hanna at the First Regiment Armory in Chicago. He spoke hoarsely from campaigning wear but his message reached the audience with applause. He argued for Republican unity, cited prosperity, and urged loyalty to the party and its principles amid Bryanite agitation.
Louisville Oct 2 The library hall proved too small for the crowd eager to hear Senator Albert J Beveridge of Indiana last night. Beveridge spoke for McKinley while Bryan supporters filled the adjacent auditorium, with the audience on the Beveridge side enthusiastic and cheering throughout. Several vice presidents appeared on stage, among them a number of prominent Democrats.
Chicago dispatch reports a revised schedule for William J Bryan with two to three days planned in Chicago next week. He will deliver speeches with his ally Gay and then speak in Bloomington and Jackson, then travel to Lincoln for further campaign stops as part of the national drive.
A Union National Bank robbery report from Bates Idaho describes thieves using a chemical to disable the vault and forcing entry between 2 and 3 AM. They failed to secure arrests as alarms alerted citizens. Estimated loss around 3000. The dispatch has garbled words but notes security breaches and no immediate capture.
Washington Oct reports that Governor Leonard Wood urged removing the Matte wreck from Havneha harbor to clear space for a fence project. He suggested taking up the wreck piece by piece rather than lifting it as a whole. The note links to other brief items on Schure's resignation and Kentucky legislature adjournment.
Col Bryan arrives in Washington after a 705 morning train from West Virginia to greet by 1000 supporters. He speaks from an automobile at Baltimore & Ohio depot criticizing imperialism and civil service, then departs for Rockville for further Maryland stops with Maryland state committee escort.
During a Maryland stop and remarks in Philadelphia, William J Bryan denounces Republican plans to add 75 000 soldiers and expand federal power. He warns against monopartisan exploitation and imperialism while urging voters to back expressions of opportunity and national defense policy. Col L Victor Baughman leads a Tease Democrats committee in support.
Wanamaker spoke last night in Pottstown about opposing the Quas wing of the Republican party in Pennsylvania. He urged respect for sound government and denounced the alcohol, coal strike, and transportation discrimination he linked to party machine influence while denying any bid for the U S Senate.
Lt Richmond P Hobson says Admiral Sampson is dying of a broken heart as he tours the South and Northeast. He describes Sampson as the colossal genius of the Spanish American War and criticizes efforts to belittle him, recounting a news visit and private conversations with Mrs Sampson and officials in Washington.
A Kan. det. column reports a Monday afternoon gathering in La Crosse with a large audience listening to a speaker discuss the Philippines and U.S. policy. The speaker, Davis, plans further remarks, while Webster Daviahue in New York has canceled dates. Weather notes forecast variable conditions for Kansas.
At Hazleton Pennsylvania today the United Mine Workers leaders reported near end to the mining strike with officials expected to announce a formal settlement once operators agree to a 10 percent wage rise through April. President Mitchell plans to convene the national executive board after acceptance.
Washington reports honorific pall bearers for the funeral of former Secretary John Sherman tomorrow. Notables including Hay, Sherman’s era officials, and military leaders receive invitations as the family wishes Washington corps members to feel included in the farewell service.
New York prepared by the Democratic state committee. Bryan will rest in New York City Sunday then travel by the New York Central Railroad at half past eight. He will divert speeches Monday return to New York for a few hours and again about midnight. On Tuesday he will make four speeches in succession.
The Globe reports Great Britain has leased harbor works at Chins Wan Tho from English contractors for eight months. The aim is to land troops and supplies and to use a branch railway to Tare Ho, connecting with the Pekin main line.
Oct 21 report from Linten Indiana notes a major strike at Tsland City mile No. ? seized the area as the goal company refuses to hire the man objecting to actions. Over 5,000 miners were out seeking employment rights and future job protection.
James Wills Greed of Topuke, president of the State Temperance Union, argues that prohibition laws can be fairly enforced and urges reelecting lawmakers who support the constitution. He warns against repeal efforts, says the war on liquor would continue, and advocates sending constitutionally loyal candidates to the legislature.
New York dispatch says George Kerr Walter McAfflater William Death and Andrew Campbell were arrested in Paterson New Jersey for the death of Jennie Eysschieter found near Paterson. A confession is reported. They allegedly transported her across a Bergan County bridge with knockout drops. Kerr and Death reportedly married since. Funds, names, and locations are linked to a complex sequence ending with the body discovered near Waxerrow bend.
A fire in a small tenement in Montreal at 1:30 this morning killed five children. The father Arthur Le Binoy, a shoemaker, was badly burned and may survive, while the mother Milgauy was only injured. The children perished in a lying room before firefighters arrived. Nearby institutions and individuals are noted, including the American Masonic Association in Springfield. The report mentions Youtsey and a separate meeting in Springfield with various addresses and financial reports.
In Shawnee County the Republican committee clashes over inviting Burton to speak. Larimer and Rogers push to host him while opposing Baker or Sure tun. Burton’s appearance faces resistance as the committee debates funds and venue, with Mulvane and local figures weighing costs and arrangements.
President and Mrs McKinley reached Canton at 1 today in a private car attached to the regular train. A group of villagers gathered on the platform to welcome them, with a warm reception and cheers as they passed through. The party was accompanied by local officials and is touring the area with the Secretary and other prominent figures in attendance.
A fragmented report describes Muskeon, Mich, and Kingston, Jamaica, with references to political figures and unrest. The text mentions an invasion context, a public figure arriving at Tomb Wright, and a disrupted social scene amid chaotic reports about Bert Kametaan and others.
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