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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1901
Page
5
A Boer party attempted to derail a railway between Grespem and Belmont in Cape Colony in April with the aim of stopping a Cecil Rhodes bound train car. The damage was repaired quickly. Reports from London dated April 20 describe Irish fighting scouts surprising targets and ongoing war office updates.
The report states seven of the Bonra were killed and 37 captured near KID dugm north of Pietersbore. Eight thousand rounds of ammunition and all wagons, carts, oxen, horses, and mules were seized. Our only casualty was one wounded. A second desk column reports 38 tied and 38 prisoners with one quick firer wounded.
The American commissioners for foreign pertiney have arranged a deputation to the Far East to inspect missions in India and Ceylon. They will travel via London, attend some anniversaries, and expect to reach Ceylon early in June. Whittemore, a Boston clergyman, is to join and advise on questions before the mission.
New York April 1 Great Britain statistics declare the war in South Africa still drags along. The Tribune London correspondent reports Boers show progress while heng prisoners and the total British casualties weigh heavily. The debate continues on whether naval or military reforms will strengthen service. Shamrock Runs Aground near Dumbarton. transfers made to tug. Found dead in Seattle, a man in destitute circumstances.
In Whatcom Seattle April 14 James E McCoy succeeds Jewett as postmaster. McCoy a 12 year Republican veteran of the post office takes over after Jewett vacates to face state penitentiary. Bank officials Olsson and Stangroom arrested for accepting deposits after failure of the Scandinavian American Bank.
Unclear robot text reports the death of Baron Shute at Westbury Manor Buciet. It mentions birth, farewell messages to Addiwen Barris, and a reference to historical diplomacy with the United States and Hungary. The fragmentary lines reference credentials to a majesty and a title tied to a European context.
May day events and lectures fill Topeka venues as Marshall's band concert draws a crowd. May 17 brings Washburn game with Nebraska. Chierice True visits Osawatorle for business, Vinewood dam height doubles, and graduating speeches set for Ottawa and county schools. Community meetings include charity tea by Golden Hats club, Shieh Baptist church report, and republican ticket assessments ahead of June primaries.
St Petersburg correspondent reports rapid conversion of a site into a naval port, with work nearing completion at a cloth factory area in Berlin. A separate April blaze in Spremburg destroyed Bergmann & Pretsch and Starr & Mussil cloth factories, killing two. A transit note mentions fast rail connections from Kaneur City to New York in six hours and Boston in 39 hours, with limited legible details about services and prices.
Special despatch from Wellington quotes Admiral Dewey urging neutrality for the canal, arguing its status as a commercial waterway would curb enemy exploitation in war. He warns fortifications would be costly and unnecessary, stressing U S control of the canal’s neutral character.
An entertaining and instructional lecture on the Antietam battlefield was delivered at Grand Court House Saturday evening. The talk featured color stereopticon views and sketches, with participant Mr Hust recounting the events leading to the Confederate defeat and the broader Civil War context. Attendance was noted as smaller than hoped, but the presenter aimed for a straightforward, educational account suitable for the audience.
Special dispatch from Fargo North Dakota reports flax growers face a diseasal condition tied to a soilborne fungus. Prof H Boley of North Dakota Agricultural College confirms a smutlike parasite remains year to year, reemerging after crop rotations. Investigations seek methods to eradicate the growth or treat grain, drawing on Boley’s wheat smut work and potato disease research.
Dispatches from Pekin report German forces facing steep mountain approaches into Shan Si province. Chinese defenders fired rockets from commanding fortifications as Germans advanced, with 13 rapid fire guns knocked out. German casualties include one officer killed with seven men and 34 wounded across four officers.
New York April report says arrangements are under way for a reception of Sir Alfred Milner in London. He has been asked to attend a public banquet, but may not consent without Mr. Chamberlain's permission. A speech on South Africa could be deemed inappropriate while the war's final phase continues.
April 2 report from Taremi Washington notes large purchases of US raw cotton by the Cotton Spinner and Nippon Yusen Kaisha plans to ship 100,000 bales at 12 rupees. Manufacturers aim to mix Indian cotton into supplies, while some favor American cotton. The London coroner rules Smith death accidental after April 11 boxing injury.
The readable fragment questions age related ailments and remedies seen in a vintage text. It hints at cures for fever illness and a digestive or circulation issue, mentioning debtors and a hypothetical debtor response, but lacks coherent details or identifiable sources.
The state Sunday School convention will be in Topeka on May 14 15 and 16 with Marion Lawrence general secretary Prof HM Hamill and wife Prof BO Excell and Rev B W Spilman leading the forty first meeting. About one thousand delegates are expected. An executive committee meeting arranged delegate entertainment with J A Ramsey to coordinate with the Ministerial Association and pastors.
The Northern Oratorical League contest will be held in Iowa City on May evening. Contestants listed include Otto Brackett of Iowa, Tiertrand G. Nelson of Chicago, Carrell L. Storey of Michigan, T. Schall of Minnesota, Hesse Engwall of Northwestern, Clarence Merle Woodruff of Oberlin, and Louise Loeb of Wisconsin. Judges are Frank S. Monitt Columbus, James H. Biker Colorado, Alston W Dunk Kansas, ROH Jesse Missouri, Prat 2d ward B Cushing Franklin, and Bartlett Tripp Yankton.
An American traveler in New York discusses Aguinaldo and his famed bicycle, detailing a Manila voyage and a theory he is aided by a clever, athletic wheelman. The tale paints Aguinaldo as strong but blames equipment failures for setbacks, citing travels through Hong Kong and Manila.
A local advertisement lists Sar Grocery and Rising Sun Stove Polish among items for sale at East Sixth Street. The catalog notes 12 boxes of parlor matches 15 cents per 200 25a Swansdown Cake Flour and various baking goods including vanilla extract sugar and Star Patent Flour. Mall orders are shipped promptly.
The Topeka Golt club held a May meeting to decide the method for a house project. Members discussed timing and responsibilities, electing officers Patton as president and others to key posts while aiming to finalize plans for Saturday's upcoming event.
A neighborhood Nautilus club engages in refurbishing Holbrook Hall as part of its activities. The girls’ dormitory at Washburn college hosts a discussion on improving living spaces for young women. Faculty members describe the project as improving surroundings and fostering refinement among members.
A garbled letter describes committee and wardens club matters with approximate names like MERTIAM and A. Petnianan. It references funds, a city committee, and expected outcomes but details are unclear due to OCR errors.
In Edgerton concerns rise over warmth and petition drives as congressman Howernock faces opposition. Pattersman campaigns for the Belotment and Codington seeks county support for reelection. The county shows mixed support with long-time figures receiving varied backing from local party members.
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