22 Aug 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1901
Page
1
Reports say a number were killed as a cyclone swept Anadarko and surrounding country. Homes wrecked, crops destroyed, and livestock lost, with towns left without shelter. A water spout formed over Hobart as damage spread to rural districts and several persons were killed or injured.
A disrupted report details destruction at Anadarko and FlemoT with multiple fatalities. Names such as Jim Antone and W. LeviS are listed among injured and dead. Affected towns include Gloudburet Hobart and nearby areas with collapsed buildings and widespread tents, while recovery and rebuilding efforts begin.
Reports describe a severe storm across country districts damaging farms and crops near Anadarko Hobart and nearby areas. Casualties vary with at least several killed and many injured as buildings houses and stores are destroyed. Rail lines were toppled and relief teams rush to the scene amid widespread property loss and displaced residents.
Fragmented report states Sheriff North and deputies fired on a mob seeking to lynch a man named Brown at a place described as Uned. Several mob members were wounded, one man killed, and others retreating as authorities aimed to prevent further attack.
Authorities hunt after a gang cut open a mail pouch at the Banté depot during Monday night, stealing funds and valuables. Investigators believe the motive was robbery, with a youth implicated as a key participant. The incident prompted a review of depot security and mail handling practices.
A heated scene unfolds as Moses of Pia reacts to Mr Littefield's address before the American Hor etsactarlom. A protest follows demanding recort of the etee to general agislance. Linetimids regrets and raises a protest against the use of Nuet-Torul for paytowe of Udedelnd. He is declared out of aries by the president.
Stock advances reported for Eaneue and Taxaa Oil and Mining Co with shares rising to 250 while a board plan sets future stock adjustments. The Bank of Bengs raises discount rate from 9 to 4 percent as weather forecasts hint at unsettled conditions across the Midwest into tonight.
The Kansas state railroad board reviews a dispute over a one cent differential rate for wheat to Topeka. Millers seek restoration of preferential tariffs while others argue current tariffs are fair and non discriminatory. The board cautions against special privileges and cites multiple shipping rates from western points to Topeka and other centers.
Sam Strong, a mill owner, is killed in the morning at Cripply Creek by Grant Crumley after an all night spree at nearby gambling saloons. The Strongs and Crumleys figure in a violent altercation, with Crumley later surrendering. Sherman Crumley was shot in the thigh by William Shambuck during the same night’s violence. The Crumley brothers are linked to past Kidnaping claims from the Colorado War era.
City Attorney Spencer dismissed 21 cases against joint keepers after Judge Hazen ruled anti-spotter testimony cannot be city acted. Spotter testimony used in police court remains in practice, with deputy Urady stating it comes from the Law Enforcement League and not city paid witnesses. Names of dismissed defendants listed, while Prof Suess comments on U S industrial and political preponderance amid ant-American continental manufacturers views.
Dodge Tay Kan Aug 24 The Saythwart Veelerand wtmentation is hold ing the annual reunion in the City fark. Gov Long, Stan fey and other officials lead ins orators real rules as attendence reaches about four thousand. Reorganization planned for 142 with Capt D Le Sweeney as president. Ninth annual reunion slated for Dodge City September 1903. Captain Schley writes a letter clears up interview misrepresentation. Temperatures listed for big cities. safe blown open in Hell Indiana with burglaries.
Pittsburg dispatch reports that the steel strike shows gains for manufacturers with new non union workers entering gates under police escort. Plants at Star Twelfth street Lindias McCutcheon Allegheny and Painter on the South Side plan to restart mills as foreigners face magistrate penalties for disruption. Detentions and warnings mark a hard line as McKeesport and Nat Tube works see vigilance and potential resumption of operations pending worker returns.
Pittsburg Aug 2 The American Plate plant at Dyelith imports 32 non union workers to operate the Star Plant. Strikers had been told 150 men would arrive at 2 pm and gathered at the station. Train arrival was late but 32 newcomers arrived under the guidance of plant officials and police protection.
A group of Dollcemen marching to the mill faced no formal demonstration. They trailed the crowd and sought talks with onionists to sway them but were blocked by a bolinnainete formed by the Dollve. No violence occurred and striking workers kept distant from anti strike actions.
Rain fell around Topeka about 11:30 with a quarter inch total, matching later Weather Bureau readings of forty one hundredths. Reports indicate widespread rain across northeastern Kansas, from St Joseph to Mopeka and Ottawa to the state line, with mild winds and cooler temperatures following.
A local ice trust reduced wholesale pricing from five to four dollars per ton effective today. Retailers, already strained by supply challenges, welcomed the move though consumer prices would largely stay unchanged. An official cited private factors, while a company manager dismissed public impact, noting only three directors are involved. Drivers warned to enforce new rules and accountability.
Oklahoma City reports a tense effort to defend Will Favors a Black porter charged with the murder in Pierce City Missouri amid fears of lynching three men were executed for the same crime. Legal action begins with local appeals and defense by prominent Black citizens seeking to secure Favors release as Governor Jenkins weighs a requisition after calm returns.
Harry Croft's road house in Atmel's Pollyne town was closed for lack of patronage. The owner cited no carriages or pedestrians traveling toward the place and indicated patronage may not reach the level needed to reopen.
A historical note reports that Leland was misled about an appointment, with the plan to follow through as intended but resulting in doubt about the sequence of events and the trust in the decision maker. The fragment hints at a personal or official promise being broken or misunderstood.
In Oakland a man named Kiinner faced 16 counts in district court as the case, brought by Attorney Hedday, concluded with a verdict. Judge Disney imposed a total fine of 7500 dollars and a prison term of 2.5 years, with additional sentences and future projections discussed. The testimony against Kiinner was strong, while the defense argued for leniency given Kiinner’s tender age.
The Seattle telegraph notes a ship named Oreson has arrived with half a million dollars in gold aboard. United States Attorney Joseph K Wood is mentioned as a principal passenger who plans to appear before a crowed court in San Francisco regarding the matter.
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