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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1901
Page
5
A garbled storm of protestors and political figures blocks a local council session. References to Wichita and various names appear amid disjointed phrases about a midweek event, a panel, and plans affecting a committee, with unclear outcomes and dates.
A garbled 19th century style article touts a Kansas wheat push linked to the Kanwes Enterprise. It mentions Arthur Papert as president, and W. A Thenisen Beertlact as another figure, with alleged plans to attract investors, establish a bureau, and secure exclusivity for wheat growing in Kansas. The piece also references a wine story and a broad push across counties, towns, and institutions seeking support and investment.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss civic and investor activity in Kansas as campaigns and financial interests emerge. References to Mollessie and York markets, calls for aid and support, and mentions of future statistical information reveal a fragmented view of early investment and political discourse in northern Kansas communities. The text also notes lines drawn by local figures and gatherings of investors eyeing opportunities ahead of the coming month.
North Topeka column records visits and everyday events from Kis ben Son MS Kormamveir and Cottney's. Ernest Bobb in Silver Tale. A J Mitchell returned from Chicago. George Weir from Silver Lake. Mina Rosa Johnson visiting in Oxkulpona. Tobie Ottinger visiting from Grantyide. Robert Hunter visiting St Joseph with friends. Numerous locals travel, guests, and social calls noted with street addresses and last names.
Fragmented OCR reports an inland water area fire at Hermiple aiding a mine burning at sea. Details are garbled but indicate fire control actions, possible delays, and a marine incident near UK referenced contexts.
Local Topeka notes detail a Saturday and Sunday of social visits and parties at Tyler Street homes, with guests from Topeka and beyond. Events include a afternoon gathering at Nee home, birthday and surprise parties, and engagements of Miss Alice Alston and Miss Zor Diller. Attendees span Topeka, Kansas City, Little Rock, and Chicago, with several plans for future visits and travels.
Mrs Beaty hosts guests at ten. Miss Lola Graham to accompany Pauline Islands traveler home. Minnie Townsend of Holton visits Topeka with Clarence Pendleton and sister Rosalie. funeral in City for a brother. Others travel: Spelities to Denver. Mr Brenti in Persona. Arthur Sheer in Arkannan City. Young crowd hosts Alice Alston party with twelve attendees. Mrs A Love back from Colorado Springs. Bennett in Tonoki. Jennieckson returns from St Marys visit. Van Amburgh sisters return from South Haven. Hadith States from Pueblo and Colorado Springs. Tid visits Clyde. Schenck sisters back from Missouri.
Ramon Pando, Bolivian representative at the Pan-American exposition, says American capital eyeing Bolivia’s rich silver tin region. An American company, with a government concession, plans a railroad to the mines and rapid development follows, changing Bolivia’s mining balance from silver to tin.
Gustave Whitehead claims to have demonstrated a 16 footer that runs and flies with bamboo wing frames. He says the craft rolled forward, lifted to fifty feet, then soared half a mile before landing smoothly after the propellers and dual engines powered the wing apparatus.
Reports from New York and Ohio detail Owen Buckney of Corfu who had both legs amputated, eloping with the wife of TK H. Green of Akron. A New York detective traced the couple to near Bradford as plans to flee to Wheeling, with Stickney’s wife seeking legal action.
Lautt M Thorpe and husband transfer to Karl Retechard for 1.90 dollars the lot 199 and south Moir 23 Jefferson street Hulliday s ad option. RG Heyes and wife to 1 Ket chum with 40 lots 400 and 11 Polk street Birhigham s Addition. More and A Shaffer to Frederick Penhhardt for 2.90 dollars part northwest quarter 15-12-15 Hard rowen. coarse bands softened.
A Topeka police rundown describes a night at a West Brynth street dive behind the National hotel with a keg and crowd of revelers. Officers cordon the scene as lights fail and a boss ceremonian, Henry Hutches, volunteers to man the lights, the gathering dispersed, and several individuals charged with keeping open a tippling shop on Sunday. Charles T Lawton faces charges of unlawful open dedication and others deal with curfew and disturbing the peace. Public notices include a funeral for Brother Parker and an update on local lodge activities.
Sam Radghes writes to The State Journal urging a timely Topeka city directory revision. He argues the city’s growth justifies an updated reference, noting numerous new buildings and changes in municipal, county, and state offices since the last edition. He warns against delays and urges full public support for the project.
The Great Rock Island Route offers sale of tickets to Cleveland and return for the Grand Army meeting at greatly reduced rates. Tickets available west of the Missouri River Sept 7 to 10, with Oklahoma and Indian Territory dates Sept 7 and 8. Return limit Sept. 30, extended if arranged via Cleveland. Through train leaves Kansas and Oklahoma Sept 5, with options to return via Toledo by boat or all rail. Details and sleeping car reservations through any Rock Island Agent.
Boston dispatch reports Peter and McNally will attempt a Boston to New York swim starting next Sunday. They aim to cover the journey within one day with a hoped arrival before noon Monday at De Bareery in New York. The voyage is expected to range under 400 miles, weather permitting.
A fragmented 1901 Kansas fairs listing compiled for the state agriculture department outlines fair dates and officials. Secretary F.2D Coburn is noted along with county secretaries and organizers for Cowley, Labette, and surrounding counties, indicating regional agricultural event planning.
Local office reports a Federal shipment of ore valued at shipping cost. The ore moves to the processing facility and then to Genstie Port for delivery. Officials note the route follows established lines and involves the seaport terminal.
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