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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1900

Page

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Galveston in Ruins Amid Devastation Across City

Descriptions of widespread destruction and casualties unfold as Galveston battles the aftermath of a catastrophe. Reports depict extensive damage throughout streets and neighborhoods, with urgent appeals for aid and emergency response. Authorities urge calm while coordinating rescue and relief efforts for residents.

Devastating disaster leaves thousands dead and homes burnt

A massive catastrophe claims thousands of lives and damages property valued at ten million dollars. Every standing house is repurposed as a hospital, reflecting a city in crisis and a widespread humanitarian response.

Sixty Dead Bodies Found in City Hall Block

A catastrophe left sixty people dead and about 700 injured as refugees crowded City Hall and surrounding blocks. Wharves, shipping elevators, and public buildings were wrecked or swept away, with extensive damage reported across the waterfront area. Rescue efforts continued as officials assessed the scale of destruction and coordinated aid.

Galveston Storm Destroys Town and Lives

Houston reports Galveston ruined by the worst storm in U S history. Vessels blown inland, homes uninhabitable, families maimed and bereaved as wind and waves sweep possessions into the gulf. Other Gulf towns and southern Texas suffer damage.

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Storm devastates Galveston and Texas coast

A Houston dispatch reports Galveston left flooded and wrecked after a devastating storm. About 1,500 lives lost and ten million dollars in property destroyed, with widespread damage across inland Texas towns. Buildings, hospitals, elevators, schools, and ships were ruined and many drownings confirmed as relief efforts arrive.

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Destruction in Galveston After Tremont Street Collapse

The Galveston disaster recounts rescue work as waters receded, with screaming families and bodies in debris. Prominent losses included three men at Reuter's saloon, and 700 injured at City Hall. numerous hospitals and refuges collapsed, leaving many unaccounted. The scene shows widespread ruin, with hospitals, homes, and shops wrecked, and survivors in dire need of aid.

Tremont Hotel Galveston Tex Houston Post Reuter’s Strand Stanley G. Spercer Chas Kelner Richard Lord Col L. J. Polk Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Lacad Terrace Avenue M Tremont Street Avenue P Sarah Summers Tremont Avenue F Claude Fordtran St. Marys Infirmary Rosenbers Abort John Bowie Post Kay Gulf Pat O'Keefe Buldin Ag Alte Pate Town

Administration's Review of His Lengthy Letter of Acceptance

A careful, thoroughly prepared letter of acceptance outlines the administration's position, signaling a detailed review process. The document reflects formal drafting and considered language, indicating a structured approach to the issue at hand.

Philippine Issues Prevail Leads Plea for Re-Election

The candidate asserts his prevailing Philippine policy as central to his campaign. He rejects opposition charges of imperialism and frames the debate around his record and vision for the islands.

No Promises Given Aguinaldo Declares War Causes

The statement holds that Democrats give comfort to Filipinos and thus prolong the war. It asserts full engagement with the factors leading to the Luzon campaign and the present military situation.

Aguinaldo Luzon

Debate on gold standard and silver coinage platforms

A Washington letter from September 10, 1900, analyzes the presidential platforms of 1900 and the parties’ pledges to maintain the gold standard or push silver coinage. It cites Lodge’s leadership and details Democratic, Populist, and Silver party positions on monetary policy and the demand for bimetallic expansion, warning of political convergence against the gold standard.

The Good Accomplished. Present Administration Report

The Republican party remains faithful to seaneiaire of Saint bio Soe plies sufficient revenues for the government and adequate protection to our the surplus of American farms. The time honored principles of protection and reciprocity were the first pledges of Republican victory to be written Into public law. The present congress has given Alaska territory status, Hawaii representation, pensioner benefits, revived homestead policy, and proposed banks of issue. It notes a rise in currency and a strong fiscal year with substantial debt refunds, lower interest on bonds, and growing foreign trade, while praising neutrality in the Boer War.

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Foreign Commerce Urges Shipbuilding and a Pacific Canal

A fervent call for national shipyard construction and a vast Pacific canal to boost American carrying trade. Advocates say most sea transport is foreign owned and urge government control, canal completion, and stronger seafaring laws to aid workers and industry.

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