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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1901
Page
1
Clayton New Mexico April 28 twenty armed deputies guard the jail overnight as the outlaw known as Black Jack Ketchum faces execution for a train robbery. He denies the Black Jack alias, refuses to name accomplices, and claims the crime arose from a conspiracy including Teressa Powers.
A damaged OCR note reports a letter from Leiter to President McKinley arguing three men, Albertson Walter Huma and Bill Waterman, are innocent of crimes for which Dave Atkins Ed Fullis Wit Carver Sam Keichim Honcho tilt are the actual culprits. Leiter seeks clemency and urges action to free the innocent men and expose the real offenders.
The Ohio River rise was modest between 6 pm yesterday and today with a later 1 am to 9 am increase of about 0.3 feet. Huntington reports a morning fall of about half an inch. Riverfront tenements face a week more of inundation while Newport, Dayton, Ripley, Higginsport, Manchester and nearby towns report serious conditions but no lives lost. Damages remain limited due to brief flood duration and river below historical highs. Unemployed and displaced workers are the greatest sufferers. Authorities see no immediate danger in the lower Chis valley.
San Francisco April 26 United States minister Conger defends missionaries amid looting claims. He says Americans have many missionaries overseas and criticizes accusations of lootings as false. He notes settlement proposals with local villages and stresses volunteers acted, not forced payments, while praising missionaries and native Christians for roles in defending the legation.
Chicago April 20 traders who sold corn at lower prices to Phillips settled with him after a tense day. Phillips remained the only buyer readily available, with small lots exchanged. The market showed limited activity as traders awaited further action.
Chicago dispatch reports Des Moines will host a public reception for Edwin H. Conger minister to Chicago upon his arrival in San Francisco and Des Moines in the near future. A 13 coach special will travel from Des Moines to Council Bluffs on arrival day. Governor R. M. Hawks and state officials head reception committee with Major Hoyt Sherman and several prominent Iowa men leading the trip for several hundred travelers.
Paris dispatch dated April 3 reports all Paris papers publish a three column plea urging the French nation to salvage the Panama project. The advertisement seeks broad support from government and public alike, calling for renewed efforts and national unity to complete the canal.
The Frankfort incident at Griesheim near the electro chemical works left many missing and 150 injured, with flames battled through the night by firemen and relief teams. A special train with doctors and guards aided survivors, and fresh outbreaks of flames prompted evacuations as authorities counted dead and feared further blasts.
In Portland Oregon the Oregonian reports a looming lawsuit tied to the German ship Gildemeister. Purchasers and underwriters may pursue legal action if pending clam measures in San Francisco remain unsettled, with talks of bringing the vessel to Portland for repairs and potential charter contest.
Carl Browne appeared in Fort Scott Kansas April 26 addressing a large crowd from a street corner after Carrie Nation failed to materialize at Convention Hall. Nation had been expected to debate but was jailed in Wichita and could not post bond for the engagement. Browne spoke for both sides and drew a sizable turnout.
Berlin dispatch notes Teheran hunger due to new food shortages. In Philadelphia a three masted schooner Emma Knowles capsized off Atlantic City while en route from Charleston to Tall River. Rescue crews towed it toward the Delaware breakwater. crew status not yet confirmed.
A worker named Little died after a live wire from a house being moved at Centre Street ward became attached to the roof. The wire’s insulation wore away and he received a fatal shock. A separate accident reports Eddie Bush, 13, injured after falling into an abandoned shaft in North Pinole. the shaft was over forty feet deep and dangerous.
Topeka sends a delegation of 500 to participate in festivities. A special train carried members to the event with plans to return tomorrow. Local organizers emphasized unity and celebration amid unclear garbled text from the page.
In Macon Georgia an express car on the Central of Georgia railroad was robbed between a.m. and a.m. by two men who boarded the moving train after it left Macon. They entered the express car, bound the messenger, seized the mail, and escaped after reaching the village twenty miles from Macon. Conductor and detectives are pursuing two suspected men.
Omaha reports James Callahan now appears well dressed and clean shaven aside from a growing moustache after two months’ confinement. Witness Munshaw identifies Crowe, describes a night scene near the Schneiderwind house and a buggy arrival. Detective Savage recalls Callahan discussing Pat Crowe and the kidnapping and introducing Crowe to Callahan’s sister.
New York April reports banker John Curry of Windsor Ontario faced customs trouble for attempting to import about ten pieces of jewelry valued in the thousands. The collection included a diamond bracelet and several diamond pieces. authorities alleged he hid the items and failed to declare them. Prosecutors allege complicity by associates abroad and plan further action.
A volunteer life saving medal is planned to be awarded for an act during last summer's Hoboten fire. The reward will honor the seafarers from Maine, Alabama, and Bremen who participated in the rescue effort.
Berlin reports a Russian letter attributed to Leo Tolstoy protests harsh suppression of intellectual and political progress. It calls for peasant freedom and removal of enlightenment barriers, stating the letter reflects the millions of Russian intelligence.
Guthrie Oklahoma April 3 reports say a green louse pest has appeared in the wheat fields endangering the crop. growers note the insect resembles one that infests roses and has not been identified by name. Few fields are unaffected as concern grows for potential widespread damage.
Dynamiters broke into Buetke & Co. bank in Brighton Michigan early today. They dynamited the safe and secured about 4400 dollars. The blast damaged the interior of the tank. the loss is covered by insurance.
A Santa Fe painter named John Stafford fell sixteen feet from scaffolding on a two by four frame and landed in a puddle. He was helped out without injury and expected to recover in a few days. The incident occurred on a Friday afternoon as he worked near the St. Strong district.
Forecast indicates today will be fair at times with likely showers and a cooler minimum. Wind is southeasterly around 20 miles per hour, and highs reach about 50 degrees.
A rescuer named Joseph Chaney of Marion County Peabody Kansas died while attempting a rescue in a local incident. Weather forecasts call for warm conditions with winds from the west and south overnight into Saturday.
The report alleges Callies and others were ordered shot on April 21 and condemned to death by Col. Sande and associates. It states Sande and accomplices tortured victims and butchered them. Callies, a guerrilla figure, is said to lurk in Tayabas mountains. Aguinaldo denounces Callies and disclaims responsibility for prior atrocities while claiming to follow the laws of war.
Two burglars robbed an Anaconda Montana saloon April by breaking in and carrying a 20 pound safe onto an express wagon. They fled toward the city limits making off with about 7.80 in gold from the Alaskan saloon and later 510.00 in gold from the cafe before escaping.
Morton Albaugh, chair of the Republican state central committee, argues resubmission will not be the central issue in the next state campaign. He says the fight will focus on new and neuronal issues tied to prosperity, with Prohibition as a party matter. He predicts Democrats and Populists must unite under new election laws and warns resubmission will be avoided. The 1908 campaign will mirror current policies, aiming at presidential contest dynamics.
Four thousand plus Odd Fellows from Kansas and Missouri converge on Kansas City for the 22nd anniversary of the order’s founding. Grand Sire A C Calle of Covington arrives as ceremonies unfold with a concert at Convention Mall.
The Topeka Mike lodge will mark its tenth anniversary next week with charter member George R. Peck invited as guest of honor to attend ceremonies and deliver an address.
A derailed OCR fragment outlines a May 6 gathering of Democrats and Populists debating fusion tactics and coalition plans. It mentions a secret invitation, party fusion aims, and a vote on future party structure, with emphasis on direct legislation and cautious cooperation.
American concern wins tender for locomotive supplies in India. The contract secures a major export order, signaling growing participation of U.S. firms in British colonial rail projects amid wartime demand and strategic logistics. Authorities monitor bids as vendors vie for lucrative railway equipment work.
Fragmented interview discusses opinions on large standing armies, with Gen Merriam cited as advocating smaller forces. The piece questions necessity of a big army and hints at defense policies and potential deployment, mentioning emergency measures and reconsideration of military strength.
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