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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1902
Page
1
Washington April 1 The No Sale Party exposed Gron testimony before committees amid House debate on sale policy. Gron and speakers clashed over procurement, taxation and the administration’s stance while senators and representatives weighed proposed amendments and the impact on market regulation.
A Kansas City April letter from Senator W. Harrin urges action to curb fraud in food products and suggests a constitutional amendment to prohibit adulterated goods. The document notes opposition in the Senate and calls for strong measures to prevent deceitful practices in commerce and manufacturing.
Charleston attracts attention as Carolina Athletic Club promotes a Pugi lists event and big tent incentives. An age bid appears tangled while three games, seats, and center arrangements are mentioned amid scattered notes.
A wedding interrupted by tragedy as a honeymoon ends with Mr and Mrs Fret Smith among passengers killed at a railroad crossing. Two other victims Maggie Marney and Edward Smith are mourned as their planned Sunday union is halted by the fatal crash.
Mrs Fred Smith narrates the accident at Rand's crossing two miles west of Tromeville where Union Pacific No 3 struck a double seated carriage carrying Fred Smith Edward Smith Miles Maggie Marney and Mrs Fred Smith. Three were killed instantly and the injured woman remained unconscious in hospital as the driver and two brothers perished. the scene involved a broken carriage and severed head, with inquests and medical care continuing.
Unclear text from a coroner’s inquest reports a shooting death tied to Judd and Mrs Judd. Witnesses describe the scene at a hotel and a room formerly occupied by a man named Denis Mecoding. The coroner states the jury signed a verdict without deliberation, noting Judd War died by a pistol.
In Atchison Kansas on a stormy April day Rev Smothers of Ebeneser church led a baptismal service. Ninety six candidates ranged in age from 12 to 50 with 86 converts immersed after a prayer and hymns. Spectators watched as the procession moved from the pavilion to the lake and back to dry clothing.
The April 1 circulars announce cents reduction per ton for hard coal and thracite by the Philadelphia and Reading railway. The cut applies April only. from May 1 a ten cent rise per ton will occur, with further increases on the first of June through September. Prices revert to previous levels after September.
A special to the Miner reports discovery of a remarkable cave in the Abbey mine near Butte Montana. The chamberesque cave features stalactites and crystalized images on the walls and tons of ore broken down along the cave wall. The find is described as unique in extent and novelty for the area.
Butte Montana April 2 reports say rail lines remain severed with no trains arriving at stations. Merchants fear extended delays as the Dakota and Williston routes face interruptions across the region. The situation disrupts Northern Pacific operations and affects nationwide freight movement through the interline system. Local Bell Company executive Weda Bell notes significant service challenges for communications and transport. Eleanor Ta, daughter of Edward Hall, a Bell executive, is listed in distant notices from New York and New Jersey.
A crowded field of ward contests has Miller predicting a narrow First Ward win while Blossom hopes to carry three of four precincts. Snyder and Tillett run close in the Second Ward as Eastman’s voting place tensions flare. Polls hint at bonds defeat in early wards but Eastman’s Russian voter friction stirs disruption.
An enthusiastic Topeka meeting at the Commercial Club rooms outlined forming a Topeka baseball team. Clarence Smith named president and launch plans include Washburn Athletic Park with faculty permission, grand stand construction, and a fund raised from $1 ticket sales and 75 cents from each ticket to cover initial expenses.
Brevvolt from New York reports agitation over excise law nonenforcement and Sunday liquor ease. Police revolts, reports of “pulls” for desirable posts, and calls for moral support from officials. London to New York notes include ship loss and emigration mentions.
In Chicago's Tenderloin Ward Bath House John faces a tight re election contest amid heavy voting and strong city machine influence. Coughlin pledges to continue reform as opponents rally party loyalties and clashes draw police attention during a heated polling day.
The Supreme Court schedules urgent antitrust litigation across several regions including Marretty and Eraen counties. Several cases examing trust legality face quick review as Wichita and nearby areas brace for potential rulings.
Fragmentary report describes a prisoner escape from a court proceeding. It notes an order by Judge Maddox and a sheriff unit involved in the attempt. Paper mentions arrest warrants, papers delivered to Gates, and a resisting audience. Weather hints at southeast winds and rising temperatures.
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