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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1901
Page
7
In effect by the Teton Pacific travel promotes summer outing with one fare for round trips to favored localities. From June 8 to August 8 a limited schedule offers $15.90 round trips from Missouri depots. July 1 to August 20 covers additional routes. Tickets available at Pacific offices.
A delegation led by W L Dickey, superintendent of Orpsha, arrives in Topeka to review Western Dinos Telrsragh operations. The group includes Dickey’s son Jay Ickes and several aides from Razeet and Chaka with state and territorial reach across sixteen states.
The National G A BR reunion will be held in Cleveland from September 10 to 12. Santa Fe round trip tickets from Topeka to Cleveland are 21.12 with return by late dates. Buffalo and return fare is 25.5. Rates include a rush to Buffalo exposition and summer travel. Cleveland and Buffalo Transportation offer steamship service. For full information address T. aes Agent A T & S Hy tou.
A garbled report details a banking dispute over a receiver and mentions penalties and scores from a club game. Names such as Crow Perkins Crane Hazen Sthineel Norson Bilcott Spencer Lyon Fitzgimbo appear in the fragmented scoreline. The passage references a Topike club game with a 2 tocky score and lists player tallies.
Tivune London correspondent reports former Vice President Charles Depew leaves Savent for New York with his wife. They sail Saturday aboard a steamer, cheerful as he discusses future plans. The return voyage follows a crowded social schedule and lively chatter about political prospects.
A garbled page lists travel routes and fares, mentioning Baca and Santa Fe accounts, tickets on sale August 12, and connections to St Louis, Buffalo, and Chauteuqua. It cites names and agencies such as Pan-Am Express and Kansas City offices, with scattered references to local individuals and shops.
Chicago health officials begin inoculation trials to test Koch’s theory that bovine muberoutesis may not be communicable to humans. Several men undergo experiments as researchers seek to determine transmission paths and safety, with the city pursuing clarity amid public concern.
A fragmented report notes the death of a prominent ex Confederate figure near Port Logan south of the city with mention of Sagee Haney and other local names. The piece references ties to Texas leaders, a legal figure, and mentions a widow and household details amid unclear context.
The notice announces National G A R reunion in Cleveland with travel options from Topeka via rail or boat. Round trip tickets Cleveland to Buffalo and return priced at 4 dollars, available September 1 to October 1, and a trip to the Buffalo exposition with added lake scenery. Contact T Lo King, Agent, A T 25. FL Ry, Topeka, Kan for full information.
Historic note outlines direct summer service between Liverpool and Portland via Grand Trunk Railway and Dominion Line steamers. Mentions avoiding transfers, “Switzerland of America” route via Lehigh Valley rail between Buffalo and New York Philadelphia. Also references malaria remedies and overviews of travel and schedules.
Police court records reveal Charles Humbert the younger faced conviction after a chaotic day of testimony about a beer house and alleged illicit liquor sales. The elder Humbert admitted discussing the establishment with his son, while property evidence tied Russum’s cigar room to questionable activities. Authorities condemned beer found in sewer-adjacent areas as Health Board scrutinizes the premises and related disturbances.
The piece reports a tense urban scene with talk of warlike stores, officers patrolling, and a looming crime wave. It notes lawmen’s efforts to curb beer and illicit joints as August crimes trend upward, while public safety whispers warn of murders and clashes the city may face.
A local column lists residents visiting and traveling relatives in North Topeka. Names include C Bouston from Elmont Mrs M A Holt of Hoyt and Delia Gitsan with plans to visit Springs. Edits mention Miss Minna weekending in Lawrence and Mrs John Schenck with Edna Pence heading to Chicago for festivities.
Fire department was called out last evening shortly after 6 oclock to the home of Mrs. George Graves on Quincy Street where a gasoline tank exploded after the burner was lit. It is believed some fuel spilled over the tank and ignited. Mrs. Graves fainted, but the tank and burner were contained without further injury. A reception afterward at 115 Van Ace Street honored Mrs. W. D. Kuhn of Holton and Miss Fila Thorhente of Crutt with elaborate refreshments and decorations.
Fort Boott's Committee of Fifty, known as the committee of fifty, plans action beyond challenging ministers and enforcement of the prohibitory law. It will oversee city licenses and revenue collection and propose rules for night and Sus tley closing as observed.
Aug 15 report from Independence Kansas describes four year old Ldittle Pad! Gastenau attacked by bees after encountering a nest while a car carried him. He was stung repeatedly on lands and face and rendered unconscious before rescue. Nearby Cotton buyers list Hobson in Cotton Business, Georgia, Aug 16.
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