15 Aug 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1901
Page
1
Pennsylvania Democrats convene to nominate a state ticket. The platform attacks Republican leaders and records, roasting their party while urging unity among Democrats. The convention highlights include speech by Willem Soaden and tensions over candidate positions and party harmony.
A historic party document condemns the Republican organization of Pennsylvania for corruption, denouncing a state legislature session and trolley revenue plunder. It laments deputies and officials who enriched themselves, calls for punishment, and seeks unity beyond party lines to restore public trust.
A severe storm described as Hurricane Janna Louisiane caused widespread flooding along the coast and in New Orleans. Widespread damage to wharves, piers, and businesses. rivers rose and forced temporary business suspensions. communications and transportation disrupted. forecasts warned of continuing high winds and tides as the storm tracked inland toward Texas and Louisiana.
A report notes that a long dispute has culminated in imminent legal action with plans to pursue a lawsuit in court. The piece emphasizes formal escalation and potential consequences for the parties involved, signaling a strategic shift from prior informal contention.
Farmers allege grain dealers conspire to grind down prices and force elevators. The action targets railroads for not providing equal access to grain facilities, seeks court intervention to require elevators and fair handling, and cites a federal anti trust context. The case centers on an elevator on right of way and alleged discrimination against farmers and public.
The Board orders the railroad company to grant permission for the Farm Cooperative Grain and Live Stock Association to construct an elevator beside the railroad right of way at Har tan Kansas or, if refused, to provide a comparable elevator at the railway's expense and allow public use on equal terms.
San Francisco reports Attorney General Knox and US Attorney Woodworth led deposition proceedings against postal official Neely in a long running shortage investigation. Witness Seybolt testified about balances, funds, and a Saturday deposit of about $5,000 to North American Trust Company, with details on money order funds and postal materials.
Topeka faces a confrontation over the park system with a declared unconstitutional park law. Rises and declares the levy unlawful. The only remaining option cited is a small allocation from the improvement fund, amid fears for park protection.
Mayor agrees to suspend ordinance amid protests as commissioners pledge to do their best. Debate centers on park funding and whether a special levy under the park commissioner act is constitutional. City attorneys warn the act targets certain cities and may be invalid, pushing the council to rely on general funds and park maintenance via existing ordinances.
An attempted highway robbery disrupted a Bios Mountain stage near Glopy Falls Wyoming. A lone robber ordered passengers to surrender, relieved one traveler, then fled into the woods after failing to find more valuables. Police or authorities are investigating the incident.
New York August 1 Careful examination of a reading of the insurative companies shows beneficiaries receive far more than the face value paid by the insured The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York reports for five weeks ending August 3 a total of 359 death claims amounting to 1 541187 38 The company paid 3468 907 98 or not quite but the amount received by beneficiaries between January 1 and July 1 1901 The Mutual Life paid 2012 death claims for 185 28 3 3 This costs the insured only 73 742253 81 much less than one half The company has returned to policy holders a grand total of over 55 000 000 and its steady assets of more than 230 000 estare among the seasons which are driducine so many thrifty business mes to look to lis insurance as the protection of Business or family The Mutuel Sites said to be writing much more insurance than in any previous year.
P Nelson the oldest Odd Fellow in the state and a longtime Wichita merchant died after a bout of illness. Born in England in 1428 he lived a long life marked by community service and business leadership in Wichita.
In Seattle Washington August uk United States transport Resscrans is scheduled to sail at 10 o'clock this morning with detachments bound for Port Lincoln under Lieutenant Gunster from Vancouver Barracks in charge. The detachment will proceed intact.
Prane prices are better in this saler than several sessions with pipes selling about 28 to 20 for a batch of choice crops reported. Weather notes from Chicago forecast unsettled conditions through Friday with light showers and cooler air.
City leaders weigh park funding as Topeka residents push for park improvements including Huntoon and Holt parks and a new nursery, while Mayor Haytes and council consider halting the tax levy ordinance amid protests and calls for a half mill levy for park upkeep. The outcome hinges on constitutional validity and council accord.
A huge explosion today near San Francisco removed a rock obstruction midway between Alcatras inland and Some Point. Over 4 tons of nitrogen were used to blast the rock, which spanned several acres and peaked at its summit before shattering debris along a graded area. The blast, set off by electricity, sent rock and water over a thousand feet and damaged the sea wall. The event caused significant debris, casualties, and loss of marine life in the area.
Washington dispatch says a warship is to be based on the Pacific side of the Isthmus, with orders not yet sending her beyond San Francisco. fighting continues near Panama and Colon as rebels press on government troops amid heavy casualties and conscription unrest. The Namoula is found useless for mounting heavy guns, while Barsekabe and other ships negotiate cargoes and British protest amid ongoing disruption.
Roosevelts party follows a tin hunting trip and arrives at 40 a.m. He declines duties amid political tension. An apparent temperature list shows New York 64 and Washington 70 with other cities noted.
Chicago workers staged actions that led to losses in strikes, with the events prompting authorities to consider further measures. Reports indicate labor actions resulted in adverse outcomes for the worker groups involved.
President Shaffer of the academy faces sharp criticism as outsiders are described as moatidlinge in the light. The fragmentary report hints at tension within the organization and calls for closer scrutiny of leadership and policy direction amid unclear associates and tense discourse.
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