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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1900

Page

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Roosevelt Special Jumps From Utica to Auburn Route

Roosevelt special train moves from Utica to Watertown then Weedsport and Auburn with Governor Roosevelt in good health. He addresses farmers, references Bryan, and defends Republican stance while avoiding detailed policy questions during stops at Watertown and nearby towns. The event emphasizes farm prosperity claims and political controversy surrounding Mr Bryan and Croker.

Utica N.Y Roosevelt Curtis Gee Watertown Weedsport Auburn Buirkis Oxwego Hoosevelt Inday Upeida Okinty Marine Uni Sunder Bryan Aay Lee Hoste Bugera Watertenth Tempreanennay Bryuc Toenacinentanillis Gottise Ond- BA My. Sryan Sind Bryan Arsiilture Brosperil Gues Apteh Bryan Eehcoe Taode Allidlae Jules Charlie SN Huteer Dla Dla. and Hic Croker Murphy Crbier Hilmer Craker Rey Moryan

Trusts and politics spark debate over law and liberty

The piece critiques a political leader's boast about enforcing laws against trusts while warning that such claims reveal character flaws. It argues only constitutional action can curb trusts, noting past administration limits and Republican contrasts with Bryanites. The dialogue touches on suffrage, public duty, and the need for restraint.

Bsp Bryan Republican Parte Bryanites Cor Campanion

Magazine Explosion Hits Powder Plant Near Indian Head

Admiral ONeill of the navy department received a telegram from Indian Head reporting that around 8:50 PM an explosion occurred in a filing house and machines. No injuries were noted while about 25 tons of powder were destroyed at the plant two miles from the scene. The cause of the explosion is unknown.

Admiral Oneill

Conspiracy Indictments Against Georgia Postal Workers

United States grand jury indicts thirteen former Atlanta postal workers and carriers in Polk Harrison and Paulding counties for conspiring to defraud the government. Accused allegedly exchanged stamps, canceled others, and sent parcels bearing improvised or falsified contents through office channels.

Atlanta Set United States Polk Harrison Paulding

Tariff Trouble and New York Rate Order

Washington directs the collector of customs in New York to assess all cordials and liqueurs under a single rate. The move revisits Barement war tariff debates and could affect treaty rates with Portugal Germany Italy. Courts earlier limited coverage to specific branches, but the new order broadens admissibility of cordials under treaty pricing.

Washington Ucu Assmant Spalting New York Portugal Germany Italy Inetada Nited States Court For Southern District of Cordiala France

Debs In New York Big Socialist Meeting Planned

The Social Democratic party executive committee announces a major demonstration in New York at Cooper Union. Eugene Debs, presidential candidate, will be principal speaker on Tuesday night. Benjamin Darfend and a Cleveland candidate for governor are also slated to speak at the event.

Cooper Union New York Social Democratic Party America Eugene Debs Mth Vb Artisan Ae Sallzorsin Tee Sion eSitentitl Benjary Te Danferd Candicate Cleveland

Confused War Office Notice Around Lord Zoberra

Fragmented dispatches report shifting command notes and a vague wartime inquiry. It mentions Lord Zoberra and General Ler Wolseley Mas with references to November end and ongoing army leadership. The text also cites a Washington ledger and British cruiser concerns in New York.

Jointkeepers Persistent and Arrests at Kansas Avenue

Police arrested Geo Kinner at 525 Kansas Avenue and Geo Anderson at 482 North Kansas Avenue after a keg theft incident. Both men posted bond for appearance, with trial set for October 30. Separate item notes contract surgeon dispute and a naval incident involving the British steamer and the Norwegian bark Crowns.

Poilee iGeo

Jollies Filipinos New York Mentioned in 19th Century Tale

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Filipinos in New York with references to trials and ships. It references Spain and a possible shipment or commission, but the passage is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.

No Rest for Him as Bryan Arrives in Philadelphia

Word of Mr. Bryan's arrival at Broad Street Station drew a massive throng of cheering citizens. He spoke from a building balcony, attacking the Republicans and detailing his party's platform, then rode through Delaware Avenue to a steamer for Washington Park, N J, amid broad public enthusiasm.

Philadelphia Get Wm. J. Bryan Wilmington Del Maryland Delaware Bryan Democratic City Committee of Broad Street Pennsylvania Mr. Bryan Thesinnine New Jersey Col A.K. McClure Ind Mastea Democratic Party Republican Party Philippines Pattison Porto Taco England Mc Bryan Delaware Avenue River Front Washington Park N. J Delaware River

End of Fusion Promises Populist Revival in Preaidency Meeting

Cincinnati October 25 Joe A Parker chairman of the national committee of the Middle-of-the-Koast Populists issues a message of good cheer to party members. He says young voters may be fewer than in 1906 but will show the party is not dead and fusion is dead forever. He calls the campaign a victory for true Populists and pledges renewed party leadership against former leaders.

Cincinnati Joe A. Parker National Committee Yotm Campaian Popullami Nenda Awakta

NECK AND NECK THE LORRAINE AND FUERST BISMARCK CROSS THE OESAN

The Lorraine and Fuerst Bismarck crossed the Oesan between France and New York on October 1. Both vessels reported severe conditions and arrived at Fook Bar around 2:25 p.m. The encounter may influence later movements, with the Lizard keeping pace at a slower knot rate. Weather prospects indicate cooler nights and variable winds for Kansas and surrounding regions.

New_York Marck Ahout Bismarck

Naval Changes Weasels Ordered Into Chinese Waters

Navy department orders tug Piscataqua and Wompatuck commissioned for service in Chinese waters. Torpedo boats Meats Dupont Porter Cushing Ericsson Foote Rodgers at Winslow fitted for winter cruise with North Atlantic squadron. Debleren placed out of commission at Portsmouth. Froi authorized two weeks work to join China station replacing Dersthea. Rear Admiral Bohley aboard the fimeship Chicago to Montevideo about November 15. Wilmington arrives at St Vincent. Arcthugabes sails from Singapore for Cavite.

Chiness Washington Navy Department Chiness Waters Dupont Porter Cushing Ericsson Foote Rodgers Winslow North Atlantic Portsmouth N_ 3 Department Froi China Station Dersthea Admirral Bohley Chicago Montevideo Wilmington St. Vincent Arcthugabes Singapore Cavite

Repair Orders For Two Tracy Transports To Philippines

Owlers have been issued for the complete repair of troop transports Wright and In galls at New York with a view to positioning them on the inter island transport service in the Philippines. Purchased during the Spanish War they were intended for US West Indies troop and freight runs. Recently they have patrolled Cuba and Porto Rico waters but are too small for regular US Philippines service yet suitable for cruising the Philippine archipelago.

Washington Wright United States Philippines

Stops for Meinley funeral train reaches Canton station

The Sherman funeral train arrived in Canton at 7 45 this morning. The private cars for President Meiniey and for Cleveland party were attached. A large crowd viewed the casket and flowers. The president's car carried top officials including Secretary Cortelyou and Judge Baldwin. Gen Miles was seen shaking hands as crowds gathered.

Canton Sherman Preeldert Meiniey Cleveland Reot Judge Day Cortelyou Geonss Ei Praze Georgy KE. Baldwin Myron T. Herrick Gen. Gerrettson James H. Hoyt Same Mather Babcock Miles Columbus All Nation Ohio John Sherman Mansfield Republican State Executive Committee

Alvord Absconding Teller Still Unfound in Mount Vernon

New York reports say Cornelius L Te Alvord, last seen after stealing from First National Bank, remains at large with detectives watching Mount Vernon area. Negotiations with bank officials aim to restore nearly half the stolen funds within days, while authorities pursue arrest to aid restitution.

New York Cornelius L., Alvord First National Bank Mount Vernon Cornelius Te Alvord Bank of Kchala Alverd Mount Vérnon Ainder Alvord

Indian Dance Off Ends With Quarantine Fear

An Indian dance at the Auditorium faced disruption as several Apache dancers fell ill. Officials feared smallpox and barred departure from the reservation. Kiowas and Comanches offered to participate but authorities chose to wait until after the performance to avoid exposure.

United States Tomame

Annexation note on Florida and West Florida Alabama claim

Fragment from a historical report describes Moniguhers and McDarid as co secretaries of state addressing annexation of West Florida to Alabama. The statement cites government records and tract books, noting a southern boundary extending about 100 miles and a claim that the state possesses certain parcels.

Moniguhers Ais Wes Co McDarid West Florida Alabama Hay Funning

John Sherman Buried in Mansfield with Mourning Display

Hundreds filled Mansfield streets as delegations from Washington and Ohio towns attended the funeral of John Sherman. The former senator and cabinet member was laid to rest in the Sherman family vault after services at Grace Episcopal Church. The day featured draped businesses, a ceremonial procession, and tributes from the White House and Sherman's allies. Senator Hanna and President McKinley attended portions of the ceremonies.

Sherman Mansfield Washington Crevelana Union Station Eck McKinney Heave Grace Episcopal Charch Thiedlatinus Awshine Citizens’ Committee of Company Eighth Infantry McKinley Brown Olympia Hck Ts Dare Shennan Mies Company Bs Wer Root Kerr Cortetyou Nelson A. Miles PP. Sherman Alfred W. Hoyt Wm. McComb Charles W. Sherman Colgate Hoyt John Sherman Hoyt Prank Withers A.B. Putnam Ris Nash of Ohie White House McKisley Localiar Association Loyal Legion Hanna Chicago

Tron Market Activity Shifts as Prices Rise in Pittsburg Mills

The Cleveland market reports active steel trading with demand for finished material highest in weeks while pig iron shows stronger activity. Contracts placed with provinces may be canceled, affecting deliveries and prices. Prices for billets have risen, with hot rolled sheets and Bessemer ore cited. 2,009 tons sold at a quoted rate, signaling tightening supply and price gaps between rails and billets.

Cleveland Oct Delinesser Pitteburg Mills Pirtebure Wade Mt. Oo Darn

Auditing Insurance Add-Ons Stir City Council

A muddled council debate over auditorium insurance resulted in a total policy of 460000 after a 320 premium change. The panel approved an extra 40000 and 350000 more for overlooked agents, naming several individuals with specific payout amounts as adjustments.

Payne Sritin Meninomphrey N. Nichols Weeies Cart Nellis

Trusts and remedies in the Democratic platform debate

The exchange centers on how to curb trusts through legal remedies beyond publicity. The Democratic stance calls for legislation to place trust made articles on the free list and for federal state cooperation to license corporations, preventing interstate operations that undermine fair trade, with emphasis on protecting consumers from extortion.

Tavelioy Bevan Wan J. Brean Mr. Firyan Congress Stiy Busl- Pee Dar

Ends Today at Missionary Association Convention

The American Missionary Association convention near Cloen ends today. Business includes amendments to the constitution accepted by the bylaw committee. A. Lyman Wil Listan of Nertharptium delivered an address on work. General T. J. Monein of dev Tork presided over the meeting. Rev B McKeon and Dutton of Columbia University reviewed naval matters.

American Missionary Association Convention Cloen A. Lyman Wil Listan Nertharptium T. J. Monein Dev Tel DE Emeron New York Welles Eats Worden

Larimer Denies Charge But Ready to Prove Statements

Mr. Larimer remains firm about the accusation, saying there is no truth in the charge. He declares he will not swear to the complaint and is prepared to present proof of his statements in court or formal proceedings.

Populist Row Bristles Over Mail Delay and Alleged Tampering

Cha irman Kidgley defends delayed mail delivery claiming charges of tampering by Assistant Postmaster Rodgers are unfounded. Conflicting statements emerge as officials pledge to pursue clean county campaigns while urging calm and unity amid political tensions.

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