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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1901
Page
1
At Cedar Rapids the Republican state convention labors through a late night scramble amid shifting support. Herriott withdraws, Merriod’s strength shifts to Cummins, and organizers fear a stampede as delegates weigh the political futures of key figures and the party’s direction.
The article reports on a political assembly praising protectionist doctrine. Speakers argue protection opens global markets and strengthens American industry. A call to build ships and infrastructure on American soil is noted, with applause for plans favoring national progress. An adjournment follows a roll call of district delegates.
No chancellor chosen as State University Regents adjourn without selecting a candidate. W C Spangler will continue acting. Regents reject only one condition demanding the new chancellor be outside the faculty. Carrath and Backmar, two faculty applicants, are not chosen. Further communications with eminent educators will occur before a decision. No next meeting date set.
A high official from the foreign office explained to the Associated Press that a dispute between France and Turkey centers on two issues tied to payments and a Turkish victim’s compensation. France may seek recall of its ambassador if Turkey does not clarify or settle the matters, with further diplomatic steps possible. The Turkish embassy remains diplomatically silent as French and Turkish officials maneuver in Paris and Constantinople.
New York on August 7 John Hall a professional singer went to a young woman he wished to marry after she rejected him He serenaded her at her home then attempted suicide by cutting his throat near her window He may die from his injuries and the incident ends tragically with the failed romance and a desperate act by Hall.
A Fort Scott council meeting disclosed the city’s indebtedness near 1100 with 1600 available to pass, bond interest funds overdrawn by 2200, and no immediate cash. Projected annual expenses total 87,000 with 10,000 owed, creating a 31,000 shortfall. A new levy to cover the year would total about 312,000, aiming to raise 39,000 through taxes to balance finances.
King Edward Queen Alexandra and Princess Victoria with Prince Nicholas of Greece head to Hamburg Friday for the funeral services of Empress Frederice. Family attendance is expected next Sunday. Local weather and brief city scores follow.
Weather notes from Chicago dated August 7 indicate a forecast for Kansas with partly cloudy skies and likely cool conditions. The report mentions northerly winds and a general trend toward stable, mild weather across the region.
Pittsburg August 7. After weeks of skirmish the steel workers clash with owners as Amalgamated Association issues an 100000 man strike order under President Shaffer. The call targets Carnegie Steel mills and United States Steel plants, with broad support and uncertain turnout as workers decide this weekend.
President Shaffer urges unity among Amalgamated Association members in a mass strike call aimed at United States Steel and affiliated mills. Officials depict a national disruption, estimating over 100,000 workers will join by week’s end, with Newcastle mine suspending work at midnight.
A flood of affidavits reaches Washington amid delayed actions and rumored plots surrounding Tracy and other officials. Knox and lawmakers debate commissions, while charges against Tracy and allied county figures churn in St Marys and Pottawatomie, with names like Graham, Welash, and Bond figures tied to alleged protection money and misconduct.
Kansas City coverage notes a tense exchange between Cyrus Leland and Prank Grimes at the union depot as rumors spread that Leland influenced the appointment of Tracy as United States attorney for Kansas. Grimes denies involvement and cites Senator Burton’s guidance while both parties trade accusations and deflect questions about sources.
Fort Siltsiya reports Lawton's land rush as settlers flock to cheap plots near town. Buyers rush to claim inferior lots while closer center blocks fetch higher prices. Several frame buildings rise as hundreds pursue speculative entries, with distress and crowded telegraph lines evident as money tightens.
Two hundred Mahsuds attacked a post at Kashemirk er, Aug 6, trapping the sentry and forcing the militiamen to surrender their rifles after threatening to burn the post. The garrison sought refuge in the barracks as the attackers pressed the raid.
The gunboat Steculas, bound for Humpton Moat and then Colon near the Isthmus, is ordered to proceed at once. Officials say the threat is not a direct intervention risk, but a precaution to monitor Panamanian movement and protect American interests. The vessel, 1177 tons with modern armament, may take ten days to two weeks to reach its destination.
San Francisco Cal Aue Preac dent AS Fireton claims to have heard nothing definite from detectives about the Selbyruik fire. A reward of 25.60 is offered by the detective agency for information leading to a breakthrough, with no important clues reported so far.
Rev W D Todd once of Topo ka shows success in Porto Rico education reform at the Murall tutorial and training school in San Juan. His salary rose recently, and a new formal institute opened by Todd in San Juan drew over 00 applications. In October experimental crops will be tried in agriculture. Two new schools will be added next year to the 890 existing.
In 19th century notes the state ceded the Port Mase military reservation to the Normal school at fimporia Kansas for developing a normal school. Regents contemplate reactivating the site while Washington negotiates with the attorney general to settle building and occupancy issues before the school starts.
A fragment from Medicine Lodge Kansas reports the death of a two year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs R Taylor, discovered in the southeast of a farm area. The text is damaged but indicates a tragic incident involving the child.
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