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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1901

Page

5

Devlin Buys Salter Interests as Bank Ownership Grows

Mr Devlin purchased Levi Z Salter's Chicago holdings for 136000 dollars, gaining a large minority stake in the Central Mehoins Bank and signaling plans to control the bank's interests. Board at the Santa Fe era is reshaped with new officers including Hitne as president and W Roesington as vice president as changes ripple through local finance.

J. Devin Perent Devlin Thy Cyntral Mehons Bank Eithen Wil Hitne W. 3. Roesington Pace Yar Henderson Eastier Lax Department The Santa Fe W. A. Stephens Devii Met Bari Ratttinas Bank Lester Yan Thra Moulter Topeka Chicago Noel Lalier Piret Leiter Bank Se

Move Up Rumor Shakes Officials Amid Reshuffle

Rumors circulate widely as J. M. Barr, third vice president of the Sentate, prompts expected changes. General Manager H. A. Mudge may be promoted to Barr’s role, with C. F. Reseedie and A. Dolan as successors in the Chicago division, amid a broader movement.

J. M. Barr H. A. Mudge Barr Mudge C.F. Reseedie PT Dolan Chicago

Dennis Flynn Visit Traces Political Meeting Delays

Delegate Deonie Flynn of Okma St stopped in Topeka on the way to St Taovie tainy for lack of politivar. Theves, wut GH not ert farther south than Sixth avenues or get Into the Cot releet saa. He had Business with mee ES pitas wats, Teashan tre kt the pemulon office and called on per emi. other acquaintantes between there and the river, paving om the Hock Inland fer Hansme St 3:55 o'clock this af. or 22 i think. Cidadormé wilt ties sinre heed mest peer, Le salt to a Staite Jeur-

Deonie Flynn Okma Topeka Taovie Tainy Emi

Fragmented Notes on Lottery Plan and Public Notice

An OCR fragment discusses an upcoming method for a lottery like drawing. It mentions a Sit area cline and a new Mare tabide game covened tp lstoreer. It notes a 6th Cros ing fing 7 and Oblivoms will beve to Memeeh with days notice given. It hints no ram and avoidance of the word lottery while implying officials will be present in some way to enforce the plan.

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Railroads Win in Supreme Court Ruling on Freight Rates

Washington April 1 Justice White delivered the opinion in a Supreme Court decision involving Interstate Commerce Act limits on freight rates. The East Tennessee and Georgia railroad case found lower charges applied to freight to Nashville versus shipments to Chatty Power, affecting long and short haul distinctions. The ruling reverses prior interpretations, with opinions issued without prejudice and aligning with standard carrier charges in the general era.

Washington Justice White Naul Traume East Tennessee and Goorgaralimad Company Nashville

Appeals court overrules Bates injunction on heating charges

Judge Windes of the appellate court dissolves the injunction that limited heating charges to 72 cents per thousand rubles. The court rules the circuit lacks power to fix rates and that municipal governments alone may set rates, affecting gas and allied utilities. The decision vacates a prior restraining order issued by the circuit court two months earlier.

Duane Chick Windes apteHete Sutin Eheurt Court Goa Mhodt Neo Peteed & Wrest Tt Wum

Jury Convicts Burton of Murder in Neighboring Farmer Case

Marion man Burton found guilty of first degree murder in the shooting death of Patrick Hoffman last November near Drake's restaurant. He received a life sentence after a chase across the river and surrender to authorities. Burton, described as tall and well known, had been in the area only a few months.

Marion Patrick Hoffman Patrick Hochtman Burto Waa Drake's Hoffman Burton Miinieht Ecraus Marshal Scot Tima Hottrees

Wills in court adjourned after Patrick trial date set

In New York April two wills of Meced or Murch Rice were before Surrogate Fitzgerald for trial date setting. Albert T Patrick’s counsel requested temporary administrators and adjournment for June, as Ricw heirs seek delay. Separately, Jerome Robson, famed comedian, to present She Stoops to Conquer in New York City, with strong theater interest and advance seat advice amid arson-suspect fire at a theater owner’s premises.

Patrick New York Fitzgerald Albert ‘T. Patrick Texas Ricw Pitegerald Jerome Stuart Roheen Universi Ly Recegeleet Ammerind Crewfort Apella Fabeca Robson Asence Robern Thaus Ieat Balesurthy Organan Dan

Week of Social Events and Weddings Planned

The social calendar lists numerous events including Miss Edna McClintock’s engagement celebration, dances by the Imperial Club and Commisscee Club, and card parties hosted by Miss Kate Ganther and Mrs C Downing. A wedding reception precedes two weddings on Wednesday with Mina Edna McClintock and Dorr Norton to wed at the bride’s West Tenth Avenue home and Ada Kirk and Frank A. Ihe man to marry at Topeka Avenue residence. The Pink Luncheon honors Miss Edna McClintock with guests at Harrison Street.

Jielen Thompson Edna McClintock Imperial Club Percy Efideon's Hall Kate Ganther Wednessey Mise Ollie O'Brien Mina Edna McCintock Dorr Norton West Tenth Avenue Adies Due Kirk Frank A. Ihe Topeka Avenue C. Downing Mrak Pres Freeman Frnier Clarence Bowmer Olle Or Brien Commisscee Club Hudson's Hall Miss McClintncg Mre Murty Weater Kanna City Mies Ldesa Darrah Leavenworth Misa Gertrude Invereux Lawrence Mise Maris Noerton Misa Mary Thornpeon Misa Ivah Davis Susie Gay Florence Remaington Hazel Faester Toute Staith Helen Smith Cee Sanurgar Misa Katherine Clough Tyler Jessie Smith Mes Mimi Bessie Hayden Mins Fielan Smuail Atchison Quests Ware Miss Smith Gertrude Devereux Bilas Dirs Ee Bilas Dirs Ee A J. Binck Mra, Willams Dreschel Ey Wi Mie Doeephine Bhelabarges An Orate Giline Afalvane Ruth McClintock Misa Mabela Miss Ja, Hinckley Mina Olle Mies Katherine Quather Sue

Carrie Nation Visit Report From Lawrence Mission

Rae cousin Carrie Nation visits Lawrence and meets old friends at the State Journal. She is escorted by a police officer, speaks against vice on a platform, and is hosted by Mrs Davis, congressman from the Second district, for the opera hour. A ten cent collection supports publishing costs of the Smasher's Mall. Nation plans a trip to Ottawa.

Rae Carrie Nation Senda State Journal Lawrence Tom Ieenin Mra Davis Woc Ottawa

Local Grocery Deals Snapshot

Fragmentary shopping list shows bulk oats peeled peaches evaporated apples grated pineapple and cheap canned goods. Mentions copper bottom wash boxes parlor matches and general store sale items with unit prices including 1.00 for sugar and 1.25 for pineapple.

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In Topeka Visit and Recovery Report From Local Notes

Wilt Sémain travels to Topeka for two weeks at fifty and visits a teetdence. Aric Mine Tatu yore and Draugte share updates. A patient with shrint fever has fully recovered and will return to work in Am. 8: Bertha EZillett, operated at Bethany hospital in Kansas City, is re-recovering. Mrs. D. Colvin, staying Nant werk, has returned.

Topekin Draugte Wi Bertha Ezillett Bethany Hospital Kansas City D. Colvin Staak

Aubrey Stock Company Opens Week at Crawford Theater

The Aubrey Stock company launches a week of performances at Crawford tonight in The Land of the Living. The troupe, led by H Vic, promises elaborate scenery and top production values, with special attractions for women and free admission for ladies tonight when accompanied by a gentleman. The company is well regarded from Topeka as a leading repertoire traveling group.

Aubrey Stock Company Crawford Land of the Living Bayer Ian Young

Reduction sought by St Joseph and Grand Island Compisins

The St Joseph and Grand Island railroad seeks a tax reduction after state board examiners inspected the line on Saturday. A board member stated the railroad argues their grade does not create connections and motion to adjust assessments will be heard next week as the board acts on the case.

St Joseph & Grand Island Compisins St Josph & Grand Island Railroad Tte Kensas State Board of Assissors

City Attorney Clarifies Reappointment Mixup

City Attorney Charles Spencer announced this morning that a statement naming D T. Gregg for reappointment as assistant city attorney was an error He said Gregg is not appointed and will not be considered for the post five candidates remain for the stenographer role while the city attorney office awaits council action on quarters and location for the office in the city hall.

Charles Spencer Tims D. T. Greex Aesto Spencer Mir. Gregg

Burglary at Dr Simon Home on Quincy Street

A break in at 1121 Quincy Street, home of Dr. Simon, occurred Saturday night with entry through a back window. Jewelry valued around 3200 dollars was stolen. no suspect information or clues identified yet.

Simon Quincy Street Wes Esha

Unclear OCR: Board Changes and Misc Notes

Fragmentary text reports board changes in a company or society and scattered notices. Mentions include directors reduced from three to five, names such as Eames and Velock, and references to Panama and New York in April. No coherent event or details emerge from the garbled source.

Bederal Steal Agri S—Ab Eae Birsaters Wesmetece Eee Gamez Samuel Bpensek Chark Pacem Uae

Annual Egg Rolling at White House Grounds

Washington residents gathered on April day for the annual egg rolling on the White House terraces. Thousands of children flocked to the Easter frolic as bands played and the Fourth Army band performed during the event. Mrs. McKinley watched from the veranda as the younger participants enjoyed the morning spectacle.

Washington White House

Buying Diamonds in Manila Under MacArthur Hint

In Manila rumors swirl about General MacArthur and Aguinaldo, with talk that Aguinaldo may be moved from the Malacanang palace to a new house at 56 General Solano Street and that a manifesto remains unsigned. Observers note friction over conditions, while visitors come and go as censorship continues.

Manila Gen. MacArthur Aguinaldo Maiscanang Gewral Solano Pasig Aguinniga Aguinedo Pilpinos Aguinsido Dinllice Elsa Pororden

Real estate Transfers Report Vast City Lot Deals

Real estate transfers list numerous property moves. Carr and Wits sell to Mrs Laura Reel for 800 dollars. lots on Holman Street and Holman’s sub-division. D W Thamar and wife sell to K Korickman for 5.5. lots on Lowafer D Wolfe and J R Mulvane-tax to Abram Bergen for 1. locations include Locust street and Parkdale additions. Penny Storrs et al transfer to John McCurrier for 99. Studs Street and Fifteenth Street Rideway sub-division entries appear. James M French transfers to Arthur on Histrisor Avenue block 2 and Richland J.P. Allen and wife to J C Kimball on Jackson Street intoon addition.

Wow. Carr Wits FLA Fred Beeler Abram Bergem Parkdale Penny J. Storrs John Mt Currier

New Mining Road Opens in Colorado Springs Line

Inauguration of the Cripple Creek Short Line connects Colorado Springs with Cripple Creek with four daily passenger trains each way. Denver and Rio Grande connects to provide daily service between Denver, Colorado Springs, and Cripple Creek. Other items include a racing note and a drug ad.

Colorado Spring Col Razu Cripple Creek Colorado Springs Dhaniet Ratiag.s As

Topeka Brother Compelled to Three Months in Sanitarium

Fragmented notes describe a Topeka individual linked to a brother and compulsory sanitarium treatment for at least three months. The text mentions the ict school, music instruction, and various local business ads. No clear names or dates are consistently readable.

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