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Newspaper
The Hays Free Press
Location
Hays, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1902
Page
2
The Free Press reports a barly freeze affecting Pap and neighboring Bays City, with local officials urging caution as cold conditions disrupt transportation and daily routines. Residents report slippery sidewalks and closed nonessential businesses amid the chilly spell.
County officers raided a Genda Springs joint. a Winfield barn burned for a $20,000 loss. Florence saw three traffic-delaying wrecks in ten days. Potato acres rise in Ellis County while Texas tomatoes arrive in Wichita. The 15th Christian Endeavor session met in Leavenworth. W. E. Connelly named pension examiner. nine state banks opened in one week. The Topeka weather observer post, rail and mining notes, and local incidents cover a broad Kansas snapshot through June. A 10-year-old died rescuing a dog near Topeka. other items include farm yields, harvests, storms, and civic notes.
The article chronicles the coronation procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, naming ranks, titles, and pages carrying regalia. It notes the royal carriage in glass, the order of clergy and nobles, and Queen Victoria's attire choice, with commentary on white symbolism and past monarchs. It also covers unrelated notices about the oldest enlisted man bill, Dr Hepworth's stance after Lincoln's assassination, hog-raising tips, pineapple confections, and Lajoie’s baseball salary.
The article recounts England's crown jewels used at Edward VII’s coronation, describing the crown of St Edward and the crown of state, the regalia’s history since 1649, the jewelled maker Sir Robert Vyner, and Queen Victoria's diadem. It notes the weight and design details and the procession of the crown during the service. It also mentions De Wet anecdote in South Africa and a note on wireless telegraphy for fishermen.
The coronation week plan lists arrivals at Buckingham Palace on June 23, state dinners and receptions through June 25, the coronation ceremony on June 26 at Westminster Abbey, and related royal events including a naval review and garden party. Other items note U S and regional happenings from Havana to Pittsburg and Kansas, with various public notices and ads interspersed.
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