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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1900
Page
4
An editorial collage critiques Wharton Barker and other candidates, noting lack of voter initiative and ties to business interests. It cites Galveston and Turkish affairs, mentions Quay, Neely case, and proposes the war department's army expansion. It observes press biases and economic strains influencing politics.
A fragmentary column recalls a string of vignettes from Atchison life. The piece mentions wedding trips, a woman traveling alone by rail, a husband meeting his departed wife at a depot years after her death, and various superstitions about luck and employment after marriage. It also notes a fire in a relative’s house and a stroke affecting Mrs. Lysander Appleton’s family.
A garbled column of social observations and quips on women, marriage, and manners. It mocks vanity and prudence while offering scattered maxims about love, divorce, and behavior. The text reads like a satirical collage with unclear attributions and odd phrasing.
A fragmentary humor piece presents quick witticisms and puzzled remarks on weather moods, gambling, thrift, and everyday oddities. It includes quips about dogs on tramps, bankers or grocers, and social manners reflected in a street scene, with muted observations of seasonal cold and fashion.
A noisy scene shows characters gabbling in a humorous exchange about words, insults, and a pledge to a pawnbroker. The dialogue includes mock bravado and playful banter as characters mock each other and discuss language.
Renowned comedian Harry Clarke and his company present What Did Tomkins Do at the Crawford tonight, with remarks about long career and a Topeka appearance. He jokes from his hotel room about drinks and regalia while discussing meeting at the opera house and praising Topeka audiences and local actors.
Leadville Sept 27 Roosevelt special train crossed the divide without incident though railroad officers and escorts showed nerves when passing Victor where a riot occurred. On the return trip guards with Winchesters protected the Colorado Midland line. At Leadville the governor rested at ten oclock after a day of labor and excitement. A crowded station and planned stops marked today with ten speeches. Reverend Fleming officiated as Senator Wolcott introduced Roosevelt amid a strong welcome and speeches by A. M. Stevenson and Senator Henry Cabot Lodge.
A dated Sept 21 French cable reports a secret directive urging groups to oppose foreigners and destroy them. The memo, described as dangerous wartime propaganda, outlines clandestine measures and calls for coordinated action against outsiders.
Secretary of State to assist in resolving the McKnight Carroll contest as a pivotal decision in the election dispute. The move positions the official to weigh competing claims and determine the rightful outcome amid ongoing political tensions.
Charley Herr Fast takes first and second in the Stalion Race at Rae ae Jette. Bead Hiege iebes ae The gecusd beaton by Cheriew Heer with Crescie second and Grattan Bey third. Lard Winews.
Riddle predicts a fusion victory in Kansas with a 12 000 plurality arguing that populists and independents are shifting. He cites Sedgwick and Marion counties, past GOP margins in Wichita, and German voter discontent over imperial Republican policy. He notes party pledges influencing tax and railroad legislation as a key to fusion gains.
Arrangements are under way for a largely German gathering in Chicago during the second week of October. The event is organized by the German Democratic state committees with Henry Raab as speaker. Democrats plan to use the rally to gauge German support amid brisk activity from both major parties.
An old advertisement promotes Ayer's Pills from J. C. Ayer Company of Lowell Massachusetts. It touts potency for both severe illness and minor ailments, claiming the remedy helps “docree” sickness. The copy urges all druggists to stock the center box.
A tense campaign scene unfolds as J. Yorke, longtime Republican and former congress candidate, plans a German language speech at a Chicago rally. The event features discussions of imperialism, with veteran abolitionist Gamaliel Bradford touted as a founder and potential German speaker.
A Republic despatch from New York reports Senator Hanna urged J Pierpont Morgan to end the coal strike at once to save Republican chances in the upcoming election. Also present were Cornelius Bliss and James Selle, who urged arbitration and urged miners to resume work after dinner palls.
Chicago dispatch reports Hanna returned to Republican HQ after arriving in New York, outlining Democrats plans to dominate eastern states and urging unity for McKinley’s election. The piece notes Hanna’s blunt style, fearlessness, and belief that silver issue will rally base while coal shipments and labor actions loom in Reading as a regional echo.
Sept 27 in Cosad Nebraska RS Thornton jewelry store was robbed by Sateglare who blew open the safe and obtained jewelry and cash totaling 3200 The post office in the store and government funds were partially taken.
A short prose piece titled Her Husbands West nears Wedotoay appears in McClures Magazine as part of Mrs Jarrells Story. The readable fragment suggests domestic tension and a focus on marriage themes through a 19th century magazine lens.
Simon Greenspan died Wednesday noon at a private asylum in Leaven Worth after a life marked by visionary schemes and rail and medicine factory ideas. Born to a successful Kansas avenue clothing store family, he faced insanity trials, a Topeka asylum stay, and later confinement at a private sanitarium before his death. His wife, a wealthy widow, kept control of affairs.
Turbulent scene erupts at a Roosevelt rally in Armco, with fights on Diamond Avenue and outside the Armory. Governor Roosevelt and Senator Wolcott are targeted as Bryan partisans clash with guards and supporters. Several hurt, chaos scattered by rioters and cries of sixteen to one.
Topeka Man heads the State Photographers' Association. The Kansas Photographers' tri state convention convened this afternoon and will meet next year in Dinex. Awards listed include gold and silver medals for members from Leavenworth Junction City Emporia and Independence. Notable attendees cited include P H Bawer and J F Berleurott among others.
The article details a flurry of local events including court appearances, public notices, and police activity. It mentions Mrs Paul Huyoka and other residents, a Fourth Street case, arrests, and a reformatory transfer. It notes a district court proceeding, inspections by city officials, and weather delays affecting mayoral matters.
The fragment describes a chaotic scene with a boy misbehaving aboard a train or ship and the captain reacting. It references fares to Fort Worth and Dallas, Texas, with a return price of $16.60 via the Santa Fe Route and travel dates in September and October. Agent T. L. King is noted.
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