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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1900
Page
4
The article surveys coal mine strikes in the United States with Pinkerton involvement and political riffs from Bryan supporters, while noting Galveston’s rebuilding hopes. It also reports on rubber production in India and Southeast Asia, detailing tree sources, plantation climates, and regional exporters, including Java, Sumatra, Penang, and French Indochina.
The article notes a rapid increase in India rubber imports into the United States, reaching over 60 million dollars in the last two years, with annual imports now about 28.9 million, up from 15 million a decade ago. It discusses crude rubber for manufacturers, growing industrial uses, and interest in cultivating rubber trees in British colonies and in U.S. experiments, highlighting the shift in global production and the need for domestic cultivation.
A patchwork of community items from Atchison describes social circles, a Kodak tea hosted by Mrs Lysander John Appleton, and local gossip. It notes funeral customs for poor kin, a prominent woman neighbor, a fifty-year-old resident worried over a man, and a local man who kept a restless neighbor quiet. A sick worker returned to work after a brief rest.
A jumble of aphoristic lines presents opinions on living, work, honesty, and character. It critiques effort and ease, time and money, promises kept, and the value of personal standards. The piece reads as a stream of pointed maxims with many garbled phrases.
Odd clipped talk shows voices about gossip and social behavior. Fragments mention a barber, a butcher, politics, flattery, and sharp voice women interspersed with garbled phrases and names. The readable parts hint at social satire and everyday tensions.
A Kansas grain dealers convention pamphlet accuses the Farmers Federation of being a trust. A resolution urged members to boycott any firm or miller who ships to irregular dealers, with threats to curb shipments and facilities to deter biased commissions. The document reflects broad dealer resistance and calls for denying access to shipping and loading accommodations for violators.
A Topeka undertaker’s revival of ancient embalming methods draws attention as pads of formaldehyde and other agents are reconsidered. The piece explores controversial practices, public sanitation concerns, and memories of past mummification techniques from city cemeteries and relatives, highlighting debates on modern preservation versus tradition.
A fragment notes Hood's Sarsaparilla offers improved blood, appetite, and nerves as a suggested remedy. The ad style emphasizes vitality and steady nerves for women.
The piece notes early public pronouncements from Herbert and Chamberlain in Britain on annexation and the war in South Africa. It highlights Liberal party alignment, focus on a settlement to prevent future dangers to British holdings, and the central role of the election in shaping policy.
Rev. CM Sheldon of Topeka Kansas says he has heard nothing about being named Topeka chief of police and would not accept such a post. He notes his long temperance work and friendship with Mayor Drew, who recently replaced Chief Ramsey, as a possible source of the rumble. He cautions the rumor may stem from local politics in Topeka.
A new organization to control seafood is formed and to be incorporated under New Jersey laws. Backed by New York Minneapolis and Berlin capital it aims to be among the largest seafood concerns in the country. Howard Searles will head the venture and depart for New York.
In Galveston on September 19 the first sign of resumed commerce appeared as Elevator A began loading and the steamer Telesfora set course under the spouts. The wheat elevator will run around the clock. other elevators remain unrepaired for some time. Local financial figures and notices accompany brief mentions of campaign activity in Topeka with F. W. Sponable optimistic about his state senate bid.
In Omaha on September 12 the attorney general filed suit to void last year's transfer of Argo Starch of Nebraska City to United States company, alleging restraint of trade and violation of the antitrust law. The Argo was controlled by the Mortons and a son of J Sterling Morton once served as its manager.
Hawthorne card opens with the main event featuring race three as the standout. Weather crop service reports and government crop data were released in Washington on September 1, noting ongoing conditions and forecasts for growers amid harvest season.
The report states corn remains mostly safe from frost, harvesting progress near completion, wheat sowing becoming more general with some shoots visible. wind on Tuesday expected to brew off, apples affected but not severely, pastures and late fodder showing notable improvement.
Frank A. Northway died at 70 at his home 985 North Taylor Street from bladder inflammation. He will be sent to Lawrence for burial at 8:30 tomorrow and the funeral will be in Lawrence at 3 o clock, in the charge of the Odd Fellows. Walter Kieater died at his home 117 North Jefferson Street and was sent to Richmond Missouri for burial. He was 29 and death caused by heart disease.
Chicago reports Senator Hanna, buoyed by a strong reception, plans to stump in the final two weeks of the campaign. He will tour New York for ten days then return to head national efforts, with a few speeches likely in Chicago. Delegations from several states urged more appearances as McKinley and allies mock Hanna’s Trust claims amid a heated political scene.
Governor Roosevelt's special train left Butte heading to Pocatello Idaho arriving at Market Lake at Senator Shoup's request A crowd heard a brief introduction from Senator Carter but no speech was delivered Burley of the short Line led the party with Baker and Meth on board to assist reporters an address was made to the peers at the opera house.
A wild rumor spread that a forecast predicted a Galveston storm and wiped out Topeka, fueling late night chatter in downtown shops and clubs. The thunderstorm passed without a cyclone forming, leaving residents to doubt the tale and await real weather news.
In Frankfort Kentucky on September 19 the defense rested its case for Howard arguing he arrived minutes before the Goebel shooting and was absent during the tragedy. He claimed to be clean shaven for a year and not the man seen with a beard, while witnesses described a bearded suspect. The defense suggested money would be needed for travel home and questioned claims of pardons tied to the case. Howard testified the train was late and he visited Trade Hotel at the time the body was carried out, countering incriminating statements from Stubbiefeld and others.
Richmond Indiana September 192- W L Allen named manager of the Cincinnati Richmond and Mantese railroad formerly assistant general manager of the Rock Island road in Chicago. He had lived in Toy He moved to Chicago when the management of officers were transferred. Fire destroys Santa Fe depot at Valley Center Kansas in a Tuesday blaze damaging the new passenger depot and contents. suspected electric wire cause. Minor Kansas appointments include M McElroy named railway mail clerk at Fort Scott and a pension examining board set at Leavenworth. Sharp for Congress Chattanooga nominating F t in the Third district.
Mayor Drew returns from vacation and resumes duties as district court sits with no cases. Rev W A Caleb to speak at the Salvation Army tent at Fourth and Jackson. Shepherd & Co. noted buyers. Thorpe found work for Torty and eight to ten others seek jobs in Ryanaty. Seven more reported in the country.
Wakesbarre Sept 19 The Pittston strike test has strengthened tensions as none of the operators’ collieries are in operation. Operators resist arbitration calling it impracticable and plan to continue the contest until demands are met. Also notes settlement of United States v. Hitt case and local deaths and a steamer grounding with casualties.
Colorado readers note a Denver ad praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a pleasant, effective cure offering rapid relief and healing properties. The notice promotes its favorable reception and lists sale through local druggists with enthusiastic claims.
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