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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1902
Page
5
Reporting on Roosevelts bid for renomination, the Kansas Republican scene features factional tensions over patronage and endorsements. The state party weighs its support as delegates prepare for the national convention amid intra party disagreements.
The race card features Mirmpats and Tennne neuro contenders in a crowded Derby field. Trainers Coburn Villodemutly Abe Frenk and Baanstia prepare standout horses with high odds as Culley and Woods lead competing stables. Post positions and entry fees are listed, with Rustique and Low Woods among notable runners anticipated to press the pace.
A Topeka gathering of pro Boer supporters heard Captain De Rooy contrasts British abuse with Boer liberty. Speakers argued Britain finances the war and urged neutrality, urging Congress to bar British arms and mules shipments to South Africa while backing the Boer and Orange Free State independence.
An early notice discusses service changes and approvals for the Missouri Pacific railway. Details are garbled but reference to St. Louis, Kansas City, and the line’s schedule adjustments between March 1 and April 0 are noted amid broader notes on improving travel and the line’s operations.
Cleveland April Democrats swept several municipal contests. Starr Cadwallader defeated Sargent for ideal director by about 3000 votes. Coffinberry elected city treasurer. W F Moppenesck ran Republican and carried. J J Reilley reappointed justice of the peace. Six of eleven new councilmen elected. Glenville votes to annex to city. Coffinberry appointed treasurer pro tem. Joe Johns active in campaign. Republicans gain and lose in other cities.
A weather bulletin says rain is light and likely only in the western section. Forecasters warn of possible showers tonight with a cold front. Winds from the southeast reach about 12 miles per hour. Early morning temperatures were mild, with hourly readings near 60 degrees as reported by the government thermometer.
A fragment describes a medicine claimed to ease coughs and colds in children with various testimonials. It mentions dosing details and notes about the product’s efficacy, referencing excursions to California and travel costs. The piece includes promotional lines for Satin-Skin cream and powder and a march via the Santa Fe.
Governor Stanley and Attorney General Gossid hailed the U S Supreme Court ruling over the Colorado demurrer to the petition by MET Power. They said the decision protects water rights and underflow flow for the state, clarifying ownership and access to the river and its resources. The article also notes wheat and corn market activity and livestock receipts in Chicago as part of the day’s market report.
A dense market summary notes New York money market actions and broad price movements. It references wheat and cotton futures, stock activity on exchanges, and notable quotations from traders in London and Paris, with emphasis on price changes and market mood.
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