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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1901
Page
6
A garbled report mentions various cold remedies and household rituals, referencing Marya and AlLibe among others. It hints at early 20th century folk practices, with scattered mentions of cures, powders, and foods for relief, set within a chaotic OCR fragment.
Ineton Apr 15 reports an unsettled debate about a gold bearing formation in the Trego region. A geologist with prior Kansas exposure explains possible pockets of gold in shale layers and argues a discovery may be possible though not proven. The piece notes uncertainty, potential commercial value, and the influence of local geology on prospects.
An official report notes Dalika and Toe Age 16 H refused to answer disposition questions from Caries in a kidnapping case involving Hovolulu Pilgrims Returning Pores SD. April 14 events included Hasaluta Dies and local Shriners. crowd movement to a new train platform followed. The record cites continued questioning about a person nicknamed Gena and a recurring incident at the scene.
A historic contest over mayoral certification details the request for a mandamus to compel the county clerk to issue a certificate to the duly elected candidate. The case discusses canvassing board duties, certification timing, and whether misdirected certificates affect the rightful winner.
The record reports a contested mayoral election where the electors gathered and a majority stood for Myers, Chaney, Roundires, Hughes, Suallinger, Coumetismes Retin, Weber, and Beinecitgs. It mentions Hughes being obliged to vote and an affirmative writ sought after by attorneys for Mr Hughes, with city clerk Squires involved.
New York April 16 The Tribune reports that preliminary arrangements have been made to acquire the stock of the Boston and Menton Copper and Silver company and the Butte and Boston Mining company by the Amalgamated Copper company. Industry insiders expect this move to precede a larger expansion to control mines in Montana Michigan and Arizona with influential figures such as Senator W A Clark rumored to be involved.
The McKeesport strike at the W Dewees Wood plant of the American Steel company continues with the mill crippled and workers reduced to near yesterday’s level. Picketers patrol streets guarding property as talks with union leaders stall. Company leadership states the mill will never recognize the Amalgamated Association despite ongoing dispute.
In Jstterem City Governor Dockery vetoes a measure titled An education act to provide for truants and attendance officers in towns with populations over 10,000 and to prohibit the employment of children during school hours. He argues the bill interferes with parental rights and smacks of paternalism, and that it imposes arbitrary classifications by age and district.
Washington April 16 The president today announced a series of military and pension appointments. Warf Baliwin named assistant surgeon with rank of first lieutenant Roy E Wright to second lieutenant in the Twenty-fifth Volunteers Sherman Craig to second lieutenant in the Thirty-third volunteers doh Hubbard named commander Edward H Campbell to veteran LenaDt Henry A Pearsert made Heartnact Junior grade Charles Belin to teach sore ase With sari Crestes. Sedon Conner of Maine pension agent at Augusta Me
An April 76 gathering at Canning Town discussed the South African war with figures including Joseph Chamberlain. Richard Chamberlain reportedly traveled to South Africa early in the conflict and returned to England toward the end of last summer.
Bomeseekers plan an excursion with ticket sales through Santa Fe to multiple points. The trip covers routes toward Pireoawiae Arwok and Indian Territory with Lenulsiias listed in the view as a stated destination or stop.
Officials warn of frost tonight and Wednesday with a fair to cold outlook. A cold wave crosses the country from Prince Albert, winds shift from south to northwest, and temperatures may dip to low single digits or near freezing, raising frost risk for farmers.
Topeka today D G McCarty of Inwa College Debating Union arrives. McCarty, nephew of former Mayor Harrison, helps arrange for tomorrow’s debate presided by Governor Stanley. Washburn College players back the affirmative side on a resolution against permanent retention of the Paritonins islands.
The Garnet Ripley trial on complicity in the Goebel assassination pressed on with cross examination. Ripley described his movements after his company arrived near the executive mansion the morning of the incident. Prosecution pressed on alleged statements to J B Matthews about clearing Powers, while defense objections were ruled. Witnesses Ferguson Crawford and others disputed prior husking details and timing, with testimony touching on September and January 1900 and Ripley’s plans to Central America before his arrest.
Real estate transfers involve multiple parcels and buyers including Sarah A L Fonk to Ella B Reed and Rosa M Nyman to Swan John Love among others. Additional entries cover tax deeds, subdivision notes, and street addresses. scattered details reference Madison Street Wentworth Place Locust Street and North View sub-division. A racing note mentions Newmarket stakes results at Newport Craven meeting and a Chinese exile case includes a person brought to the city from Canton.
A garbled 19th century will fragment mentions J. J. Seacomb of New York and an annuity of fifteen dollars to a daughter Pasnie Ragne McComb. The text is incomplete and includes misread names and places such as Memphis and New York, with confusing references to persons once in New Orleans and now in St Louis.
Meadeville Pa April 16 Frank Majors ailing Dantel Kehoe was hanged in the county jail yard after six minutes Death followed the encounter with Police Daniel McGrath of Meadville Pa on November 12 The two men had robed a Titusville railroad ticket office and a house on East Spring Street Their accomplices escaped Majors was captured the next day The dead burglar was never identified and a Philadelphia medical school later claimed the body The execution marked Crawford County's first in over eighty years and Majors hailed from a Grant Avenue Brooklyn family
Towle Manufacturing Company has filed a replevin suit in circuit court claiming ownership of a silver service said to be part of its goods and chattels and alleging the defendants removed it on April 5. The item is now with Northern Trust Company for sale. Defendants listed include Lem Penn Nixon Harlow N Higginbotham Charles J Hutchinson and Worthen Trust Company Bank. Property valued at 3900 dollars.
A battalion of United States marines on a special train through Topeka from New York to San Francisco outlined their route. Led by Captain H H Lane the unit hailed from Philadelphia Norfolk and Boston and had served aboard the flagship of Admiral Sampson at Cervera's fleet destruction. They plan to sail Saturday for the Philippines with possible future service in China. At Santa Fe depot they faced jeers from bystander Hansen, private secretary to Mrs Nation, before entering the depot.
North Topeka society notes list local visitors and travel plans including Rev T J Pearson visiting Herrington and Frank Lott on a business trip to Oklahoma. Various notices cover church activities, dances, illnesses, a bridge project, and a reception at Central Ave church for Rev T J Purvis and wife.
In Mason City a woman identified as Limi Robe filed for divorce, alleging her husband attacked her at midnight and left her injured. Police reports confirm the incident occurred and the couple is currently separated as the case proceeds.
A grueling 12 hour event saw competitors blistered and fading as they pressed through the six day walk. Prominent figures like Frank Hart, Lupe, and Norman kept pace, while splits show lead changes and a field packed with miles and laps across a grueling course.
Fragmented obituary notice lists names in Chicago area with remarks on funeral arrangements. The same column shifts to weather and market data with scattered mentions of cattle, hogs, and grain receipts, noting mild to improving conditions and price reports.
Readable fragments describe winds, rains, and temperature shifts with references to regions and times. Mentions Bay area and nearby towns, with scattered figures and advisory tones, indicating an unsettled forecast and evolving conditions.
Market notes from Topeka Today mention several items and a few names in a compact column. Partial OCR shows references to D White and Coes, with scattered terms like carton and erases, indicating a miscellaneous market brief. The readable fragments suggest a routine market roundup rather than a single standout item.
Topeka bid market notes April sales including Butter Market details at Topeka and references to a New York event. Mentions factories and local commerce through cryptic lines with several names and places, highlighting wartime era economic activity and market conditions.
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