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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1902

Page

6

Supreme Court ruling brings state charter fees demand

Central Coal and Coke of Kansas City sent a check for 1527.60 to the secretary of state as payment of charter fees following the Supreme Court decision in the American Sook case. The ruling prompts many foreign corporations to seek guidance on fees, with potential thousands of dollars flowing to the state treasury. The Rock Island tax and fees vary by state, and Attorney General Godard faces the enforcement challenge upon his return from California.

Central Coal and Coke Company Kansas City Cecretary of Supremse American Sook Company Ftat W. ©. Perry Supreme Court Secretary of State Clark New York Assiauant Hill P. Wilson Inquirers Central Coal and Voice Company General Revenue Fund Rapital Wehool Aelel Ciar Rock Island Towa Kansas Iowa Hook Island Godard Godard Ie California

Farm dispute over lightning rod bill ends in tie

Edward Swenson a Allen county farmer built a red barn and hired a lightning rod outfit for 1.50 on promise to refer buyers. the bill rose to 150 after signed contract Swenson refuses to pay more than 7.50. The issue sparked a mob-like demand at the barn with threshing crew called and money taken, leaving Swenson’s proud barn laden with rods for a total of 7.50. A separate note from Yokohama reports Japan winning the race for Marcus island and sending marines ashore before diplomacy.

Tola Kan Edward Swenson Allen County Xeyond Swenson Lightning Red Ield Japan New York Yokohama Easion Marcus Island Up- Pp Kasagi Tokio Wuey United Ndaban Marcus Tale

International tennis clash begins at Crescent Club

At Bay Ridge New York the Dwight F Davies Cup begins this afternoon on the Crescent Athletic Club courts. Four singles matches and one doubles match form the format with best of five sets. Notable players include Lurned Whitman Davies Ward Pimm and Doherty. Ward and Davies expected strong in doubles but Payix foot injury may hinder performance.

Cou Bay Ridge New York Crescent Athletic Club United States Lawn Tennis Ansociaon William A. Lur Ned Malcolm D. Whitman Dwight F. Davis Holcomb Ward Messrs Whitman Davie Ward Collina Dr. Pimm RF. Doherty Larnch Davis Viper Douba Payix Galn

Vanderbilt’s Flyer Breaks Mile Auto Record in France

Paris dispatch reports K Vanderbilt set an automobile mile record at 48 25 on Ardennes circuit road Abilis to St Arnault, nearly a kilometer in 29 26, beating Fournier’s prior mile mark. Coney Island event noted as previous record in a longer description.

New York K. Vanderbilt Paris Henri Fournier Long Island Automobile Club Coney Island Boulevard Prospect Park Coney Island Murphy

Calderhead Explains Why He Entered Senate Race

Congressman Gallervria states his candidacy for United States senator from Kansas. He explains the timing, loyalty from supporters, and intent to seek clear designation for the party. He notes future work on banking, international commerce, and peace, calling Senate service a great honor and urging legislative trust.

Gallervria United States Kansas Atmte Cimi F Congress South America Orient Russia Cuba United States Senate

Kempfe’s Work Unites Pacific Coast Defense System

Admiral Kempfe’s plan creates a unified Pacific coast defense under one head overseeing the navy naval militiamen revenue cutter service and lighthouse service with direct access to the navy department in Washington He aims to fuse all marine defense forces into a single military system and signals a strong central control for coastal security. Commander J Milton Neerney and Captain Haniet D es KC Sand head the local naval militia and lighthouse service respectively.

San Fran Ua NL Pacific Coast Navy Naval Militts Vaervion Lighthouse Service Nave Ashington Admiral Kempff

Sight Returns While She Prayed in Denver Revival

Saran Hessler of 1352 South Ninth Street Denver reports a miraculous recovery of sight after seven years of blindness. During a revival meeting of the Hi sect the Pentecostal union, white light appeared and she could distinguish objects. She claims her vision is now nearly as good as before.

Denver Colo Saran Hessler South Ninth Street Pentecostal Union

Greer Rebuilds Guthrie State Capital Plant After Easter Fire

Frank H. Greer reorganizes the State Capital company after the Guthrie printing plant was destroyed by fire on Easter day with a loss of 310000. The new firm lists 150000 capital with incorporators Frank H. Greer Frank A. Derr and Froderick H. Byers. A cornerstone laying for a new 75000 building is planned for Thursday with ceremony.

Benedictines Meet atchison Jubilee honors Rt Wolf

The triennial Benedictine gathering in Atchison runs through Thursday with an adjournment for Rt Rev Innocent Wolf’s Jubilee marking 25 years as abbot. Bishops and abbots from across the United States attend a solemn pontifical mass and a banquet at St Scholastica’s convent with extensive ceremonies, music, and a large list of visiting church leaders.

Atchison Benedictine Order of United States Ianocent Wolf Use Order Rt Benedict's Abbey Wolf Naples Peter Engle St. John's Abbey Collegeville Minn Tin St. Leo Pla Alfred Mayer Chang Priory Wetang Polycarp Newark N.J They Alexius Hoffman Ambrose Kohlbeck Beatty Joseph Bittenauer St. Henedict's Ambrose Reger Cullman Ala Hdephonse Wittmann Chicago Bernard Heas Belmont N. C Roman Kirchner Frs Weill Bishop Fink T. C. Moore J. Ward A. J. Jennings J. A Boltz Zang St. Benedict's Church Lucia A. Wyatt Topeka Conception Abbott Wolff St. Scholastica’s Convent John J. Hennessy D. D Wichita Kan Lewis M. Pink B.D. D Kansas City Maurice F. Burke D.D St Joseph Thomas Bonacum Lincoln Neb Leo Hald North Carolna John J. Glennon Kansas John F. Cunningham Concordia Athananius Schmitt Meinrad Ind Felix de Grasse Sacred Heart Oklahoma Frowin Conrad Ignatius Conrad Bolelersville Arkansas Mer. C. Linnenkamp St. Joseph Thos. F. Lillis W. Graham Joseph Perrier V. G D. J. Hurley V. F Junction City F. B. Hayden John Redeker Westphalia John Ward Teavenworth Hartig B. V.G Nebraska City G. Kéiluhoter Pueblo

Grading Commences on Olathe to Kansas City Line

Kansan City Aug 6 grading begins along the planned Olathe to Kansas City route. Metriam park near the line, long closed, may reopen after years. Ten years ago it drew families for picnics and outings. promoters promise electric service by fall. Inspection trips and meetings in Jackson county followed the work.

Kansan City Olathe Kansas City Metriam Gew J. Smit L Odom F.cwis, Jr Bai Jackson County Hossdale

Pro Moters Claim Belief In Criminal Activity

Wyandotte County promoters assert belief that a key figure is involved in criminal activity though details are unclear from the fragmented OCR text. The report indicates suspicion without presenting specific charges or names.

Wyandotte County

Train Robbery on Burlington Ends in Murder and Flight

Engineer John Mooney recounts a dramatic Burlington Express holdup. Bandits with a gun held a crewman, ordered the engine to pull, and fled after a seven mile dash leaving the engine and express car damaged. Mooney suspects a robber killed a companion. shots were fired by both sides. One bandit is described as young, sandy, about five feet eight. The loot is believed to be only four dollars.

Mnace John Mooney Atinneapatts Eka Je Maide Ia8 Mooney Burlington Fred Express Rooney Uusk

Topeka Placer Company Heads West for Fairplay

Samuel T Howe will leave Thursday for Fairplay California to oversee Topeka Placer Company interests. W Davis serves as president with about forty Topekan stockholders. All shares are sold land paid cash and equipment will be completed and operative soon under Col T Th Miller hydraulic engineer in charge. Company holds funds and a large cash balance in treasury.

Samuel T. Howe Thareday Fairplay Cal Topeka Placer Company Mr. Howe W. #. Davis Col. T. 7H. Miller Ysers

Steeple Jack Dead After Fall From City Hall Tower

New York report of Daniel Barry known as Pacha who fell ninety elehe fest while working the city hall tower. He was a daring climber who displayed skill by swinging and lowering himself in mid air near the statue area. The death ends his prosaic trade inside the city dome as authorities note the era’s hazardous urban climbing.

New York Aug Daniel Barry Pacha City Hall Philadelphia William Eo

Diamond C News Contest Voting Tightens as Leaders Surge

Votes pile up in the Diamond C contest with leaders Mrs. L. Crowder, Leah Saunders, Ethel Yeargain and Hazel Thomas making gains. Hazel Thomas lifts from twenty third to twenty first. noon standings list numerous entrants with addresses and vote totals, and a booklet of details is available at F. W. Swearingen's Jewelry Store or from Cudahy Packing Co in Topeka.

L. &. Crowder Leah Saunders Ethel Yeargain Hazel Thomas Fannie Harris Lake Blake Harrison Cora Stevens Kate MecKetman East Sixth Sol Iva Grow Western Woolen Mills Edna Groves Monroe D. Dillon Fillmore Harry Pettit Emma Schafer Ind. Tel. Co Emme. Sheres Hancock Minnie Boyte No. Kan Margaret Spasks Continental Creamery Zaldee B F. W. Swearingen Kansas Avenue Cudahy Packing Co Topexa

Todas Market Report Aug Wheat and Hog Prices

Market report outlines an opening for grains with steady to higher activity due to favorable harvest weather and ample receipts. Wheat details include No 2 and No 3 grades with prices around 3 to 3 1/4 dollars. hogs show steady to higher demand with prices from 7.10 to 7.30 per cwt and strong packer bids. Cattle and sheep listings follow with limited gains and varied quotes, reflecting a mixed livestock session in Chicago and local markets.

Jared Staal Boe Uy Septemier Apelin

Market notes from St Louis and New York stocks

A jumbled market summary from St Louis and New York notes mixed with commodity listings. Stocks show narrow opening changes with some gains in Atchison Pacific and American Express while others slip. Produce and farm goods markets reflect steady poultry and mixed wheat and hay prices amid regional pricing chatter.

York Wall Street New York Rekee Ee and Atchison Weedon Hopkies Walley Pest and Bauit Siarie Chicago A. Altos & Ingey Texas Pacific Manas Aeneas

Eastern Resorts Tour Offers Low Rate Summer Circuit

A clipped ad notes low rate summer tours to Michigan Canada and St Lawrence plus a Chicago link via Burlington Route. It highlights fast trains to Kansas City and St Joseph and double daily service to St Louis with high grade equipment including parlor cars sleepers and dining cars.

Michigan Canada St. Lawrence Atlante Eaakty Bae Chicago Kansas City St. Joseph Baet ST. Louis St Louis

Train Route Inquiry from Denver to Alliance

A passenger asks about joining a Denver to Northwest train at Alliance Nebraska and seeks guidance to the nearest ticket agent. The note promises advice on best routes and free publications by mail.

Denver Northwest Alliance, Nebraska

Weather Cool Wave Brings 59 Degree Night After Heat

The government thermometer fell to 59 degrees marking a cooler night after recent heat. Forecasters issued morning updates as residents welcomed the relief and prepared for variable daytime temperatures ahead.

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