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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1902

Page

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Parting of Way in Kansas Gubernatorial Senate Fight

Governor Stanley and Chester I Long drift toward a split in their joint bid. Seventh district gains favor for Long while Curtis, Calderhead, and Bowersock shape a tangled regional contest across the third, fourth and sixth districts. Local papers note Curtis’ growing influence and Stanley’s limited room to maneuver as tensions rise ahead of September campaigns.

Chester I. Long W. BE. Stanley Long Stanley Wittong Charles Curtis W. A. Calderheld J. T. Tow ‘Szabok Curte Calderhead Howersock Bowersock Curtis Curts Wicely Hoversock Bowinsock Pen Copaland County Stanley Han Miura Pottawatamie Eve Eyes Tregeee Douglas Alten Nee Phillips Wallace Tuanetl Brown Butler Cowley Chautaugia Moreia Agaa Jewell - Shawnee Sheridan Wrandotte Aldisrhead Eiekinesen Opie Ese Hout Garnet Eagie Repubean Southast Kansas Republican Miami Billy Greasen Kelly Cormmdt Swartmont D. c Crawford County Girard C. A. Fisher W. J. Lang A. Burns John Viets Teste R. Carpenter H. B. Hornaday C. W. Woodbury M. G. Vinesnt J. M. Wayde Thomas RB. Jones A. G. Robinson E. Strode A. Roberts Frank S. Curtis

Nine Dead in Delaware Pulp Mill Disaster

Nine workmen killed and four injured when steel digesters exploded at Jesup Moore Paper Co on the Christina River in Wilmington Delaware. Five workers remained missing as rescue crews battled wreckage, with a monetary loss estimated at 35000 and authorities detailing brutal injuries and search efforts.

Wilmington Del Delaware Jesup Moore Paper Company Chiris Tana Frank Harris William Burke James Nagle John McCormick Zacharia Collins James Stokes Joseph Lunbacker Granville E. Waters Joseph Henry William Beott Joel Hutton Wiliam Th EH. H. Mousley James E James Jester John Collins Thomas Raever George Durham

Ware Arranges Reception for Old Soldiers During GAR Encampment

Washington dispatch says pension commissioner Eugene F Ware has arranged a pension bureau reception during the GAR encampment. He favors souvenir cards for pensioners status requests and plans to staff the bureau with clerks to aid soldiers, with timing set for convenience. Gen Eric Torrance appoints Col A Noel Blakeman chief marshal for the Veterans parade on October 8. Weather near Partly cloudy tonight with showers and variable winds.

Washington Eugene F. Ware Pension Office GAR Ware Pension Bureau Bureau

Unraveling Murder Case Doubts Over Bartholin Body ID

Police renew inquest into the death of Mrs. Anne Bartholin amid doubt over the body found at 4310 Calumet avenue. The coroner's jury previously tied the remains to Minnie Mitchell, while defense seeks exhumation as officers pursue William Bartholin and possible accomplices. A Northside hospital loan plot surfaces as tensions rise among Bartholin associates.

Chicago Bertholin-Mitchetl Anne Bartholin Calumet Avenue Minnie Mitchell Mitchell Miss Mitchell Oscar ‘Thompson John Claffey Edward Counselman Bly Bartholin Wan J. Bartholin Miles Mitchell Patrolman Watson Oscar Thompson John Claftey William J. Barthotin Wes Lieutenant Healy W. M Edward Counsilman Counselman Northside Healy Jeter Woomin Will Bartholiin Austin Harvey Mra Will Bartholin Ofclovle Denver Bos Counselman Will

Atrocious wound described in inquest on Mrs Bartholin

Police and coroner hearings in Chicago detail a bullet entry wound in the back of the head and a brain destruction described by Dr. Springer. The inquest explores body decomposition, quicklime absence, and the timeline of death, linking the case to Minnie Mitchell rumors and a second female corpse found on Rodgers Park beach, with tentative identity notes.

K. Springer Counselman Rodgers Park Aliante Mitchell Mitchell

No Enemy in Sight Off Cape Cod Coast Defense Drill

Rockport Massachusetts reports a morning scene of Admiral Higginson's squadron patrolling the New England coast in a mock defense against Commander Pillsbury's fleet. Ships including the Alabama and Mayflower maintain positions near Thatcher's Island while coast guard vessels and marines tighten surveillance from Portland to Provincetown.no.

Rockport Mass Higginson New England John E. Pillsbury Migein- 8001 Noine Pillsbury Cape Cod Brook Lyn Atsichuieth Alabama Strahtamouth Point Thatcher's Island Mayflower Scorpion Isles of Shoals Baxley Portland Provincetown Admiral Hixgingen Ensien Berry Fitzpatrick Tetelveseports Holmes Kearsarge

Mutiny in jail shocks Centerville Madison county

Mutiny at the county jail in Centerville Iowa disrupted confinement early in August. Several attempted jailbreaks were reported in the prior week, with two apparently succeeding. A blast at Jessup Moore Paper works killed James Jester and Georghinsa workers in the same area, while missing bodies were feared in the explosion aftermath. Temperature readings from Chicago area and other cities accompany the dispatch.

Warhington Sis Delaware Jessup @ Moore Paper company James Jester Georgerhinsa

Horton Rallies to Return Home in Critical Health

Judge Albert H. Horton, hospitalized after a long illness, arrived in Topeka by private car from Kenosha Wisconsin. He was resting quietly at Bowman home with his mind clear and consciousness intact, though doctors say death is a short time away due to extensive liver disease. His partner Dr. Charles Lowry and Mr. Waggener guided the journey amid hiccups and washouts, with Horton showing slight improvement upon arrival.

Judge Horton Kenosha Wis Topeka Bowman Tenth Avenue Harrison Street B. P. Wageener Charles Lowry Wisconsin Sire Horton Miss Rose Horton Lowry Chicago Waggener Tudge Horton

Funeral of Patrick Sharp in Lansford draws large crowd

Aug 21 funeral rites for Patrick Sharp strike leader shot at Nesquehoning drew an estimated 6000 attendees, including 1000 women, as a two mile procession to St. Joseph’s church Summit Hill and burial at the Catholic cemetery followed. Miners union band led the march. no disturbances occurred despite crowds.

Lansford Patrick Sharp Nesquehoning St. Joseph's Church Summit Hill Miners’ Union Sharp

Pythians in a wreck near Elko yard

In a rear end collision in Elko yard between two sections of passenger train No 14 returning Knights of Pythias excursionists, James Watson of Kokomo Indiana and Miss Blanche Caine of Indianapolis were bruised and cut but not seriously injured. The first train was at a break during a yard stop when hit by the second section. The last car of the first train and the pilot of the second section suffered serious damage.

Riko Nev Keetian Elko Yard Moring James Watson Kokomo Ind Blanche Caine Indianapolis Knights of Pythias

Witness Power Testifies in Northern Pacific Suit廷

Peter Power appears in New York as a complainant in a suit to halt the transfer of the Northern Pacific Railway stock. Special Examiner Mable conducts the testimony session as Power is the first witness, with Delog listed among those called.

New York Peter Power Northern Pacific Railroad Company Northern Securi Tan Sane Saataeeseee Mable Power Eee Delog

Court witness names influential parties in Power case

The witness identified several figures as financial backers of the litigation including Ch mille Weidenfeld Thomas & Post W Bourke Cockran and Content a Co He said Cockran would be an important witness and that Weidenfeld would act only with Cockran’s knowledge He also connected Parker Chandler a Boston lawyer and attorney for Weidenfeld to advising Peter Power to travel to Europe.

Lanse Waster Eis Weld Hie Nein An & Guern Lamb Guthrie World Chmille Weidenfeld

Mrs Fair's Will Awards Ten Thousand to Siblings

The article outlines the will of Mrs Charles Muiryehley now with attorneys Kaleht Beet, gifting cash, rents, property, railroad and government bonds valued near £300,100. It adds a life story segment on Carrie Smith from obscurity to connection with a multimillionaire and notes the early life rise and the will's entertainment in Canada.

Ban Aus Charles Muir_yehlely Kaleht Canada

Power subpoena case tied to Chicago trip logistics

In June Captain Born said content withdrew from the Northern Pacific investigation and Captain Storm acted to conceal identities behind the probe. The witness noted expenses of a Chicago trip by Power and himself were paid by Weidenfeld, linking the case to the mutt investigation.

Lamb Captain Born Captain Storm Chicago Power Weidenfetd

Call for Troops in Morea After Nonunion Tension

At midnight Superintendent Hayes of the Pennsylvania colliery at Morea called for troops to quell alleged foreign agitators on the streets. Cavalry arrived as the governor’s force was dispatched, and officials say the situation remained comparatively quiet. Investigators believe a potential attack on nonunion workers was averted by the cavalry presence.

Bhenandoah Hayes Pennsylvania Morea Geo. Gobin Bremin

Fourth Ward Residents oppose appraiser report on street opening

Councilman Weber cites Swedish constituents alarmed by the appraisers report for the second and third streets open ing project between Western avenue and Fillmore. He notes appeals and potential damage suits, claiming mistreatment and risking a delay as locals resist the plan. A small crowd gathered as the discussion touched on the proposed opening and related delays.

Family will leaves legacies to kin in will notes

The will names Mrs Hannah A Nelson of Newmarket NJ as main beneficiary with an annual life stipend of 2300 dollars to her. Other relatives including Alam B Smith full brother of Mrs Fair and Charles Smith of Boulder CO are remembered with 10000 dollars each. Frank Smith and Abraham Nelson are also mentioned with 10000 dollars each as the document continues on page six.

Hannah A. Nelson Newmarket Pair Nelson Lin Alam B Smith Fair Charles Smith Bouldér Col Abrahaim Nelson

Mills Store News Expands Sale Amid Storms

Weather kept customers away as Mills store promotes an expansion sale. Earlier offers are highlighted with shirt waists from 1.00 to 2.50 and discounted tub suits and tailored outfits. Many prices shown, emphasizing value for women’s apparel and coats.

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