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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1901
Page
4
The piece reports volatile market activity in New York and London with concerns over Admiral Dewey and the Chinese indemnity, while J Pierpont Morgan and J Pierpont Morgan features appear as topics of debate. It notes Britain’s stance on American troops and hints at upcoming treaties and financial instruments impacting the market.
After tense negotiations in the county region, miners and operators in the vicinity of New Jersey Central agreed to settle differences over production and terms. The accord ends a period of disruptions and promises more stable conditions for workers and the industry.
In sweeping clippings a theme emerges of shifting labor relations as conferences push for equality yet many bosses cling to power. Across satirical blurbs, women’s roles and domestic ideals surface, from housework to child care, with attitudes toward independence and virtue reflected in daily life and moralizing commentary.
In Halstead a public notice mourns the loss within the local brass band scene. The piece hints at spring renewal and garden city imagery with mentions of trees, cemeteries, and community sentiment as residents reflect on cultural loss and postponements.
An advertisement extols scrofula as ancient and common, claiming Hood's Sarsaparilla can cure hereditary or acquired cases. It cites personal testimonials of hip disease, ulcers, and general improvement, urging readers to start treatment immediately and warning against other remedies.
In Saline County, a troubled political scene emerges with vague references to candidates and past postponements amid weather concerns. A charity egg social and local fund contributions surface, while community figures discuss presidential notions and regional figures in a patchy, OCR-like report.
Governor Stanley selects the Bennett house as the potential executive mansion and asks the executive council to review furnishings estimates. He says the property at Higuth Avenue and Budumen Street costs 626 000, originally around 70 000, and remains among the city’s finest homes for the position despite time needed for final decisions.
Patrick held for murder in the death of millionaire Rice as New York officials move to delay proceedings. Justice Jerome ordered postponement while Cantwell and Erin Cantwell contest the will, arguing Patrick faced grave criminal charges. Proceedings paused to await further action in the complex civil and criminal overlap.
Warm weather delayed by cool rain across regions. Reports note wet soils hindering planting and growth of wheat, corn, oats, barley, potatoes, and gardens. In Kansas, heavy rain and cool temperatures slowed farm work. similar effects observed in Indian Territory and nearby areas on multiple crops.
The Shell opera company will perform at Crawford tonight with Jay Taylor singing Meurien James Stevens Count de True and others including Viorence Claytoe Catherine Leech in Inez. Stuart Hobern, beloved by theatergoers, headlines a strong cast in a Goldsrait era program, with notable actors joining the troupe for this engagement. A separate boxing note mentions matches featuring Sharkey and Corbett and other sensational pairings in the period. The dramatic company, led by manager Win A rally, plans a late card with matinee and evening shows.
A fragmented notice touts a pile cure by Dr Os Ca and Bold null Drug Co Marshall. It claims the remedy relieves pain without surgery or opiates and urges readers to buy a 50 cent package from druggists. The language is garbled but centers on selling a treatment via local druggists.
April 17. A strike by switchmen on the Scranton Division of the Delaware Lackawanna & Western halts mine shipments and blocks rail cars. Union leaders from Buffalo join local negotiations over reinstatement of two discharged yard foremen, while the railroad disputes the firings. The stalemate risks widening the walkout across Lackawanna lines from Hoboken to Buffalo.
Washington reports an intensive inquiry into alleged commissary fraud amid Manila arrests. Army officers expect the misconduct to be limited to one or two volunteer officers and some noncommissioned personnel, while regular officers likely avoid taint but may admit overconfidence and reliance on weak supports.
Joseph Kellam dies at Riverside hospital after a brief illness at 26 West Curtis Street North Topeka. He was father of A J Kellam a post office clerk. Notices will be issued. Bailie Kitty Wetherell, 4, daughter of Mr and Mrs Turner Wetherell formerly of Topeka now Colorado Springs, is reported dead. Body to be brought to Topeka for burial. J V Marks and family traveled to California yesterday.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as perfect for digestion, sleep, and nerves, claiming they purify blood via the stomach and bowels. It asserts superior spring remedies, cures for dyspepsia, and that the tablets address root causes rather than masking illness, urging trust in the product.
The tax revision commission held its organizational meeting with Ed Hiling traveling home to Lawrence Mist night after the session. Proposals to hire a paid clerk at 5000 dollars are not being pressed, as several members see the clerical post as uncertain. The commission plans to reconvene in April and seeks input from county clerks and taxpayers, with communications directed to C. F. Hurrel, secretary. The letter asks for information on defects in the present system and experience with assessing personal property, notes, mortgages, credits, and similar items.
George F. Bates was found unconscious before his furnace in Topeka avenue this morning. Medical aid revived him after an inexplicable stupor and the incident is connected with the noted capitalist Mr K in the city.
A garbled financial notice mentions Washlegion and LaMars National Grovedts with reference to a temporary appointment and a February date. Details are unreadable. appears to report on funds, a $100 figure, and statements from a comptroller.
Mayntld April 17 The free and second military districts of Northern taxon have been consolidated under Bruiser Generesst on. Similar action unites the fourth and fifth districts of Southern Dizon relieving Generals Grant and Hall as pacified conditions spread.
Prosecutors plan rebuttal calling ex Secretary of State J B Matthews and his wife as defense rests on complications in the Cape Garnet Ripin g company case. Testimony hints at military associations and alleged pressure within Jersey. Roadblocks in the trial reflect disputed charges and witness denials as April proceedings near.
Weather remains unsettled with snow in parts of the west and Texas area. A solemn funeral service in Salt Lake for Geo Cancon draws mourners, Apostle Cainnin presiding as the Mopusen Church rites echo through the church as attendees struggle to stand.
Local notices show Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cartwright traveling to Seattle. Gray moves his family from Throp hotel to Pierce residence on Taylor Street. Hicharde of Fort Sects headlines noon events. Seater Burton stops in Kansas City and departs. Pivins Hester Schlatter requests use of the Auditorum from Mayor Hughes and is refused. Maps requests and map-making efforts continue with old plates and revisions.
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