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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1901
Page
4
A garbled OCR summary outlines Popeka State Journal items with references to Mag Lennans, weekly editions, and various notes on politics, stock prices, and society. It mentions international affairs, the Pan American Exposition opening plans, postal matters, and commentary on literary publications and postmaster general circulars.
A treasury bureau report shows nine months ending March 1901 with exports at 1 140 170 728 dollars, surpassing prior records by 286 540 082. Imports show a decline versus 1900 while exports rise, driven by manufacturers and agriculture, with notable gains in agricultural products and manufactured goods.
A fragmented Alchinen Globe column reflects on village life with jokes about large families and social expectations. It notes how parents’ plans influence marriages and financial fortunes, while poking gentle fun at daily routines and neighborhood ambitions amid small town anxieties.
A garbled paragraph from the Chiough News ponders exercise and lending help, noting that aiding a man in trouble can save a good wife and that opportunity is needed for ability. It questions marriage for money and reflects on social duty amid disturbing imagery of a mob and confusion.
A mosaic of humorous newspaper snippets and social vignettes from Kansas towns. Jests about matrimony, manners, and local charms mingle with brief notes on churches, libraries, and odd incidents. Names like Nation, Carl Brown, and Mes. Nation surface amid a string of regional observations.
In health you want food and your baby wants food. When food burdens you, Scott's emulsion of cod liver oil helps restore appetite and stomach. The ad touts cod liver oil as a powerful body-restorer and essential nourishment.
Members of a commission met with President McKinley in the Blue Room for a brief address and cordial exchange. The interview lasted about an hour as leaders from Connecticut Massachusetts and Alabama offered assurances of good faith and discussed policy directions.
The article lists nine Kansas soldiers named for first and second lieutenants in the army reorganization. It details W. H. Bishop II of Saline, Colin H. Ball, Arthur B. Schaeffer, Daniel F. Cratz, Charles W. Van Way, Arthur M. Ferguson, Burton J. Mitchell and their service paths in the Twenty Kansas, Thirty-second Infantry, Thirty-sixth Regiment, and Thirty-third Regiment, with notes on promotions, postings in Manila, and connections to Funston.
The Pres McKinley reception committee meets at Commercial Club rooms to decide on entertainment for the president’s brief visit. Major T J Anderson says a prize may be offered for best decorations along the carriage route and urges national colors and flag bearing pedestrians to create a festive scene.
Miss Wetzel agrees to marry Mr Charles Hosland Jr if Albert Parker is declared mayor of Topeka. The delayed election outcome has dragged through courts, while invitations go out for a May wedding at the bride’s home. A large crowd supports the betrothal as the couple prepare a home party this evening.
The Grace Cathedral vestry accepted Dean Sykes resignation effective in June. No clear successor named though Canon Bywater is rumored as possible, having done well at Topsks and often supplying the pulpit for Dean Lyke. Bywater reportedly has no wish to take the post, preferring current duties.
Councilman W. F. Weber seeks the treasurer post in the fourth ward race. A veteran city official with two years on the city council, he has led business and civic roles, including active work with the chamber of commerce and the water and gas committee.
A troubled OCR fragment describes Copeland undergoing renovations valued at five thousand dollars. The text mentions politicians visiting and a planned redesign to welcome a future guest, with exterior woodwork and walls slated for updates and painting.
Fragmentary report notes workers starting operations in a coastal district with references to streets and locations including Walnut to Tyler and Monroe to Gulagy. It mentions evenings, patrols, and vague activity by unnamed groups and individuals amid a setting of unfamiliar terms and garbled names.
Governor Stanley appointed Georges W Graves Justice of the Peace in Atchison replacing deposed J W Truesdell. The new post underscores local need for magistrates as preliminary hearings are required in every court. Postmaster Tanner Chisham faced sharp critique for accepting the duties and agreeing to the venue changes.
Announcement for an Odd Fellowship commemorative excursion to Hawaii City on Friday April 26. The Sind anniversary of Odd Fellowship in America is noted with details for participation and arrangements. For further information contact ACM, Fuller or prune 4.
Deaths include George Buford who died of consumption at home on Lane Street between Fifteenth and Sixteenth Streets and faces burial at Topeka cemetery Friday with funeral at 2 o clock. Maude Afe Mallen, burned at Fifteenth and Washington, buried this morning. Ex congressman Marvin dies in Saratoga at age 32. Madison Marvin served in the 58th, 29th, and 6th Congresses. Mankato reports rebuilding of the Clay Center block destroyed by fire. will cost about 15000 dollars after being rebuilt in stone and brick.
From Kansas City No 2 leaving at 9 50 a m is a solid vestibuled train to St Louis consisting of lightest Day coaches reclining chair car seat free and Pullman parlor car Connections at St Louis union depot with Eastern lines for New York and Atlantic Coast points F B Nipps Ticket Agent Topeka Ks H C Townsend P T A St Louis Mo
Patchy wire service notes massive incidents. A factory explosion near Griesheim kills fifty and injures about 140 as boilers erupt. Separate reports from Omaha and Canton mention resignations and deaths, while a schooner capsizes off Atlantic City with no confirmed crew survivors.
D 3 Hanna of Hill City visits the city as Leonard's promotes 14 photos for 10 cents this Saturday at 610 Kensal Avenue. DM Fish headlines tonight at Shi Joh Baptist church. Weather shows 74 high to noon and SE winds at 16 mph. Orie Morse reports business dip after statehouse rounds. comments on railroad agitation. Francis Marles firm to open Kansee state agency. Old Han corpse found in Kanees City area yesterday. investigation ongoing.
Readers are urged to use small free ads for three days to sell rent or trade items in Kansas. Advertise to hire staff or find boarders, rooms, or property sales, with wide public reach across the state.
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