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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1901
Page
1
A labor standstill grips the McKeesport steel complex as workers refuse to restart. Reports say police and local authorities mobilized but held in reserve while union leaders debate wage arrears, plant continuation, and possible walkout. Officials fear broader national impact as labor factions threaten coordinated action.
The dispatch outlines Pittsburg as an accumulating center for the United States Steel corporation and related firms. It notes plans to relocate offices from New York to Pittsburgh, proposing the city as the headquarters for National Steel and The Acerbin Tin Ptaty Company. The memo mentions executive appointments and aims to keep dominant companies aligned, with dividends and earnings cited as motivation for active competition.
Judge Hazen heard arguments yesterday afternoon on the Parker Hughes Lifunetion case. He questioned admissibility of evidence and ordered duplicate PA books to the county clerk. The mandamus hearing is set for Saturday morning at nine, with witnesses to be examined and tally sheets reviewed.
News reports that General Grant ends his service in the Philippines and plans to return to the United States. Protests accompanied the opening of a stock exchange in Manila amid ongoing trials for embezzlement and civilian conversion of commissary stores. General Wade and others arrive. Wade to succeed Brigadier General Coates.
A London dispatch dated April 1 reports from Pretoria that Plumer has recaptured Bathfont, taking 22 prisoners and capturing a member of a local society. Douglass forces have occupied Dull Strom, with six Boer defenders killed. Gen Kit Bener's advance is noted, while Boer forces blew up a lure. Thirteen Deleon captives are mentioned as part of the ongoing clashes.
Gov Stanley maintains stance on pardons as Arthur Katea Amvaue receives a second degree sentence reduction through parole. The governor cites new law and prior punishments while also pardoning other locals amid a case recording escapes and late night disorder.
A Vermont born man, Joe Emerson, was arrested in Nashua on a U.S. warrant for fraudulent use of the mails. The case was initiated by Franklin J Moore of Philadelphia, assistant U.S. manager for General Accident Assurance and vice president of an insurance association. Moore recently returned from the West after aiding the arrest and conviction of a suspected fraud figure.
London April 18 The trial of Zimmerman, father in law of the Duke of Manchester, opened over a loan claimed to have funded a marriage. The plaintiff seeks £500 commission for arranging the Duke’s betrothal and £1601 related costs, while the defense argues the terms were unreasonable. Sanguinetti testifies the Duke sought £500 to secure a marriage plan tied to a £50,000 life policy.
At a public consistory in the Sala Delle Benedizioni the pope and his court presided as new cardinals received their hats. The ceremony featured bishops, prelates, diplomats, Roman nobility and invited guests. The pope, said to be in excellent health, gave final benedictions and announced appointments including a bishopric for Portland, Me.
In Troy Kansas April R George Tones, a colored man, was found guilty of breaking into residences including RR Papthis and John Devereux's. He entered Gustine where Mrs. Castle woke, but he was caught before morning. Sentencing to the penitentiary was imposed.
Fragmentary OCR note from Troy Kansas details a court action with references to an injunction and multiple people. The readable items include mentions of a court order and a few names but lack coherent dates or outcomes. The text is too garbled for a precise summary.
Washington reports President McKinley will spend the summer in Canton West Washington. The trip aims to relax, with the major portion of the heated term to be spent there. The move follows an earlier New England trip and includes plans to file PacI Toke the president and Mia.
San Francisco dispatch reports smallpox aboard the transport Lawton recently departed Manila. First Lieutenant Harry B. Courtney and two others are ill. they were sent to Nagasaki hospital after transfer from the ship. The crew prepared for quarantine and care as two smallpox cases were treated onboard during the voyage.
A Columbia University notice announces multiple awards including two scholarships valued at 550 dollars each. Recipients span cities such as Salt Lake City and Washington with fields ranging from botany and economics to history and German studies. Endowed and honorary fellowships are also listed, naming scholars and donors from various states.
Correspondents report feverish war prep as Japan strengthens near Korea and Manchuria fears Russia move. A press chorus urges firm government action, with ships, arsenals, and hospital ships mobilized. Public opinion grows tense over Manchuria Korea and possible Russian involvement. The piece notes labor unrest at home adding domestic strain to national crisis.
In Cleveland April 18 a head on collision occurred between a train and another in the Cuyahoga yard. One brakeman and an engineer were killed and several injured. Names listed include Wm. THIS, Hemison, and Sylvester Breuggen, with reports citing misinterpretation of orders as the probable cause.
Scrambled text references attorneys, protective orders, and a fatal incident. Mentions East Rochester and New York Central line destruction with a $1000 figure. Contains scattered names and places like Omaha and Manchester. Overall unclear, but signals legal actions, violence, and regional references.
London April 18 The budget statement drew crowded attention as figures reveal a substantial deficit for the year 1901 1902 with revenues lagging expenditures by over 253 million pounds The chancellor Sir Michael Hicks Beach noted higher duties on sugars molasses and alcohol while forecasts show limited growth and higher wartime costs The session featured strong political comments as Mr Balfour signaled forthcoming reforms and debates on fiscal policy and forecasts for next year ahead of Parliament�s review
Portland Oregon coverage reports a large bench show with 20 entries. Prizes awarded include top pointer Whitestone, open and reserve classes, plus several open and specialty group winners. The event highlights Ned and Brightprice as local pointer favorites defeated by Seattle and Spokane rivals.
In Lemars Iowa, April 11, a bank opened only to close doors after manager Thomas Ward, vice president and chief clerk, confessed to embezzling between 25 000 and 20066 dollars and fled Monday night. Cashier Frank Kote received Ward's letter promising repayment as officials planned an examiner. The bank, connected to First National and other Lemars institutions, faced a run with the Sioux City clearing house reporting 108 000 dollars in unsettled drafts. Ward, a Democrat from the eleventh district, disappeared amid the scandal, leaving his wife and family to bear the fallout.
The Continental Creamery of Topeka acquires nine more creameries from George W. Hanta of Clay Center adding sites at Clay Center Wakefield Aurora Industry Garford Idans Fuller Miltonvale and Meredith. Total creameries reach 392 with nine in Oklahoma three in Colorado two in Nebraska and the rest in Kansas. Last year’s business neared 1.5 million dollars and production is slated to rise to thirty five thousand pounds later in the season.
Frankfort Ky April 1 and 8 Judge Canfr ths morning delivered his instruction to the jury in the case of Capt Garnett Ripley charged with being connected with the Goebel assassination. The judge set forth conspiracy and murder rules and the necessity of proof beyond doubt of a prior conspiracy before conviction. Judge Z W Major opened the defense by noting Goebel’s murder was foul but expressing belief in the defendant’s innocence.
April 1 report from Ferlla critiques Emperor Witiurn s insignia policy and outlines a tense dialogue on German diplomacy. Prince Herbert Bismarck is named, with references to Von Rustow and Von Butlow as notable figures, amid debates on government strategy and promised actions.
The State Superintendent of Public Instruction announces a new statistical clerk position created for the department. Prof Wasson, principal of the home economics school, will fill the role with a salary of 7006 dollars annually, effective July 1 as the office opens. The legislature authorized the additional staffer to support the statistics office.
Bricklayers in Chico and other northern cities strike to back a color line dispute at the jurior mine project for the new state house. Two black workers remained on site while white unionists quit, prompting Chicago labor leaders to defend the union and urge unity amid tensions over integration and job discrimination.
A severe storm struck Selma area at around two in the morning causing damage to a heatrie tab peat and several other buildings. Trees were uprooted and power lines reported down. Local responders assess the scene and secure affected properties.
New York April. Engineer Rothwell died after a long career as an industrial engineer. Born in Canada, he studied in France and Germany before returning to America. He led design and construction of a prominent rope and wire plant and later worked with the Mikesie Manufacturing Company. He also edited and served as general manager for the Engineering and Mining Journal.
The Grinnell debating team arrived today to debate Washburn representatives about the permanent retention of Philippine infants and the U.S. future. The Grinnell side includes H. Crosby, JG Owner, EF Dennen, G. L. Beiter, Fe Apdetmwt, and FB Lesh. Stanley was chosen to preside over the college debate.
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