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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1901
Page
6
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Angry residents gathered at 28S Circle Street last night to compel H Howell known as Happy Harry to remove a load of foul trash from his spring wagon. After threatening fines and eviction in five days, about 50 residents forced him to hitch up and haul away the refuse, amid long-standing complaints of unsanitary conditions and stench surrounding Howell’s operations. Neighbors expect further action if cleanup is not completed.
Professor George S Penny directs training for local talent as soloists are named for the oratorio to be performed Thursday evening May 16, at the Auditorium. Proceeds fund an organ for the hall. Singers include Sopranos Mrs John Kleiphans Miss Jaiming Riddin Miss Jessie Tiyuma Miss Lucia Wyatt Mrs Frank Thomas Miss Lint Weatt. Contralto Mrs A M Warner Messrs Frank Foster James Lucy and Bolman bass. Narrators Edwin Edwards and Bure Eiszbein. Accompanists Miss Gertrude Tracy and WF Rose, with Director Penny.
Paris reports the foreign office says Meng Tee announced the arrival of M Francoise the French consul at Meng Tee on his return. Chinese troops met him kilometers from Meng Tee and the incident prompted official apologies for the June events. The French party led by M Francoise faced bombardment and was forced to retreat to Yung Natt Fu where buildings were burned and the consul’s escort defended the town. The French party departed for Tonguin on June 24 under viceroy oversight.
Tomorrow in district court the joint smashing cases will be called. Several defendants may plead guilty and request fine reductions while others seek continuances. The felony charges allow representation by attorneys and no appearance required for some defendants. Charged with joint smashing are Siem Nation Dr Iva Harding Mr Huse Crist Mikes.
Jetting from Nouth Topeka are numerous social items: Curtis in Virginia and visitors from Victoria Kansas. Maggie away in Kansas City visiting friends. J F Buck returning from Fev. Dr Boyle and Frank Greentelly visiting. Mrs Annie M Johnson and Mrs Bromin delegates to a lodge meeting. Mrs Hutchinson hosting Mrs Le Hotes of Evansville Indiana. Mrs Wolbett returning from Hutchison after a visit. Mabel Tett visiting friends. W M Davidson to speak at Memorial Day at Prilris Home cemetery. L Lyon of Joliet visiting with Dr Lyon. A Diffenderfor planning additions and paint. Mrs Poster bringing daughter for appendicitis surgery. Central Avenue church Ladies Society gathering at Mrs George Clark’s. Rev Dy McParland to lecture on temperance. Victor Council No 4K and K of P entertainment at Barrett block. Engagement of Hine Glenora Pitt to Jesse Fournior. Cora Priddy ill with malarial fever. Mrs Priddy visiting daughter. Mrs Arnold returning from Curthace as delegate. J Beers attending St Joseph wedding. Kuche and Sarah Fr Fon wedding in St Joseph tomorrow. many friends in Eek saruen pay.
Governor David B Hill denies any plan to tour the West and South for a presidential bid. He states he is not a candidate for the Democratic nomination in 19 and calls any discussion premature and inadvisable.
James Mathewson of Topeka organized a new company to mass produce his patented refrigerator. A two story brick factory will be built at Fourth Avenue and Jefferson Street with modern machinery to make twelve or more units daily. Capital stock to be 360,000 with Mathewson holding controlling interest. a Wall Street broker to sell the remainder.
A Washington dispatch reports the War Department plans a reorganized army of 75,000 by August with fully officered and equipped units. Many line officers will undergo strict mental and physical exams, and alternates are to be appointed from states. Boards of examiners will operate nationwide to complete subaltern officer selection while new regiments and Philippine duties proceed.
The War Department has decided to retain native Puerto Rican battalions officered by Americans under army law. Most Puerto Rican officers will be recommissioned, while Philippine regiments formed under the new law may see American officers for four year terms, delayed for a year or more. Provisional regiments could form sooner if 40 000 regulars are kept in the Philippines to handle the situation.
April 10 Wytheville Va reports details of the presidential train trip to Roanoke and beyond. Officials describe careful security and staged welcomes while President advocates expanding markets and foreign trade for the United States.
In Denver on April 2 a mixed party including a minister, his wife, daughter, and niece arrived by the Wan Pacific, greeted by a reception committee. They toured main streets, visited the state house, and attended a luncheon and a public reception at the Jow Palace hotel with officials and Denver clubs present.
Dr J Gartrell aged 70 pleads and then confesses to killing Donegan at their camp near Nihart Missouri on March 10. His son aids in disposal of the body after luring the mare to a Kansas City dealer to obtain funds. The elder Gartrell, a former Confederate surgeon, battles truth in a drama of crime, motive, and alleged accomplices as details unfold.
Many witnesses testified in Monfia on April 30 regarding Capt James Reed ex-depot clerk charged with receiving bribes and misconduct. Thomas Harries said Reed received payments. Fred Macendray confirmed arranging a 10 percent commission. Baldwin testified that beef shortages led to payments. McKinley support noted. Harvard University conferred a degree on McKinney.
Chicago April 31 market news shows varying demand for commodities with notes on cablewood futures and weaker towers. Traders watched price shifts amid afternoon rallies and a tentative end to the day as some items faced pressure. Local figures indicate activity in livestock and regional exchanges, with futures and cash prices cited.
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