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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1901
Page
6
Cottonwood Falls residents face a bitter fight over the postmaster position as Congressman Hollinger and local figures clash. Miller seeks influence, while debate rages about the office and who should oversee postal services in the Fourth district. The dispute centers on leadership, patronage, and who best serves the town’s mail needs.
New York reports political maneuvering in Paraguay as factions align with red or blue colors. An American observer notes Paraguayan color symbolism influencing national identity, trade, and party loyalties. The piece mentions U S relations, border trade, and shifting alliances amid a tense political climate.
A man identified as Osieed G. FP. Woodcock reportedly took strychnine at El Paso in an apparent self inflicted death. The incident occurred in August and left witnesses describing a failed attempt to seek help as medical aid arrived too late. Local officials noted the deceased’s affiliation with a fraternal group and his brother, a doctor, telegraphed instructions to responders.
Fragmented OCR text discusses control by a company, market ferment, and prices affecting growers. Mentions California, growers, and orchard prair, with unclear references to forces and conditions impacting this year’s crop and prices.
Report outlines a near strike by Pitteturs Ren crew and others from United Mine Workers as talks falter. Government and state departments prepare responses with a September deadline. Leaders insist workers seek fair wages while coal operators push for concessions in a broad regional dispute.
A special report from West Virginia details federated talks among the Steelworkers and Amalgamated unions in New York and Indiana. Leaders pursued a private settlement as the labor dispute neared an accord. A Mountain City union member said the Amalgamated voted to accept, with a strike expected to end within ten days.
Pekin authorities announce an edict allowing tax refunds and official tributes along a royal journey route, with road repairs prioritized. The imperial exchequer funds travel expenses and ban on weapons is noted amid ministerial discussions and foreign policy tensions.
A jumble of brief telegraph items from Tay City and cities worldwide reports political arrests in Michigan, war budget disputes, drownings, mine entombment rescues, arms discoveries, a sidewalk collapse with casualties, a petition to remove a judge in Alaska, a factory executive death, a naval cruise arriving, a tornado or fire storm impacting Texarkana, and multiple churches struck by lightning or other damage. overall, scattered mid 20th century wire-service snippets with no single unifying event.
A Herald correspondent reports 2000 rebels crossing from Colombia into Venezuela and Ecuador amid threats to topple President Castro. Liberals support from neighboring nations, conservatives denounce interference, while both sides claim military strength. Colombia endures a prolonged revolution with widespread casualties and guerrilla activity across multiple frontiers.
Workers on Pittsburgh Johnstown and Eastern toll routes plan a strike citing alleged failures to pay wages. Disruptions hit passenger and freight schedules as numerous trains and stops are affected, with travelers warned of delays and hotel crowding near the summer coinventnne area.
John Ramare killed John An drejtws who mistook him for a bear and fired a bullet through his heart at whort rhage. The party with me at Lewis Tapch Andrewes, well known atth ren of Carhoo pounty, werehed as hoeimaster at Hed Taetwe under the Cleveland administration.
Fragmentary notice from London dated Aug indicates an preliminary contract with Auguste Gaudens the American sculptor for the Parnell monument. It notes work expected within five years and only 2000 dollars conscribed. Names and details are partly garbled.
Denver session of the American association featured papers on arid region hydrography Hydrology papers discussed Colorado streams forest reserve water supply and regulation experts from Denver Tucson Phoenix Chicago Pasadena and Washington presented views on reclamation water flow forest impact and watershed restoration with emphasis on irrigation and desert conservation.
Dr Hatfield a member of the Board of Medical Examiners was assaulted in Grenola yesterday morning. Two men, named Autuchon and Doty, struck him with a cane and kicked him, cutting the left temple and injuring the right cheek. County Attorney McCadden was notified, cause of the attack unknown.
Chicago health officials debate Kochs theory and tuberculous infection control. Inspector Heynobis warns of continued animal inspections and condemning and disposing of infected animals.
Washington August 25 Commissioner of Internal Revenue Yerkes amends rules to allow reshipment of Porto Rico origin goods to foreign ports without paying tax if articles were initially taxed and later returned, with consignee filings noting vessel name and destination. St Louis dispatch reports Charles M Hayes not resigning as Southern Pacific president. he states he has no plan to die.
Washington Aug 28 Director General Forties says the trial of Charles Neely charged with the theft of Cuban postal funds is expected to begin around Studer 1. Fosnos remains in Washington on vacation but will confer with Cuban postal authorities. Also noted are unrelated horse racing results from York, including Renseelier second and Strong Bow fourth in a twelve-horse field.
Congressman Calderhead acquires a half section in Marshall County, owning the Rev Meliaing farm near Blow Rapids in the Hive valley. Described as one of the county’s most valuable farms, experts note its strong location and potential for future development. Southwestern Fuel Co. is seeking twenty-five teams for deliveries.
The fragmentary notice references a political stump speech by a senator, with scattered phrases about the western Reserve association and Cloke counties. Readable parts name a candidate named Hanna and August events, but many words are garbled, leaving uncertain dates and details.
A farmer fatally shoots his wife during a drunken dispute then turns the revolver on himself, dying in a domestic tragedy described in vague terms as a self-inflicted death by gunfire. Neighbors and local authorities report a heated argument preceding the fatal act.
The Republican state committee fixed Thursday September 26 at 12 o'clock noon as the date and Taylor Opera House in Trenton as the venue for the state convention. The meeting will nominate a gubernatorial candidate.
The Ranger has gallied from Acapulco to Panama to watch over American interests amid a revolution. Weshlinton, Ads. 28 notes the mission and timing as part of the US involvement in the region.
Pittsburg Aug 24 A ten day peace likely in the steel strike was discussed in strike circles with little definite knowledge. President Shaffer suggested it may be possible but doubted it without Amalgamated and United States Steel action. Officials urged no overture from strikers while National Civic Federation talks gained some color. Some plants planned resumption but most mills remained closed with no signs of near return to work.
The judge advocate plans to call many naval officers to testify in the Schley case. Admiral Sampson leads the first group, with ship captains and senior officers from the Iowa to the Brooklyn, Massachusetts, New York, and other vessels. Additional staff, engineers, and clerks complete the roster to prepare papers for the court.
In Hazelton Pennsylvania the United Mine Workers convention discussed card inspection. The morning session considered reform proposals and the expected adjournment plan to resume after noon. Delegates reported on coal companies and the Delevan Edson case as opposing positions emerged.
Muddled report says Oriolle star pitcher Ginnity suspended after conduct unbecoming on field. Ban announced by American League president Johnston at a Baltimore meeting. He will miss portions of the season but may return to play later as the league sets further penalties.
Mrs Annie Diggs gathers statistics on women’s suffrage from Topeka and other cities. The Kansas City inquiry seeks compiled data for publication and archival use. Topeka’s election official says no municipal records exist. Diggs plans to place material in local papers.
The Salt Lake City report notes widowhood of Brigham Young's spouses. Zina D. Young was among the late Brigham Young family members, with a few widows remaining from the early Mormon leadership. The item reflects on the status of the four surviving widows of the renowned leader.
A verbose market summary shows wheat and corn moving on scarce liquidity with bearish tones in grains while livestock quotes drift. Cattle and hog receipts at major markets mix with varied demand as Chicago and Kansas City listings hint at higher values amid uncertain trading.
The report sketches a volatile trading day with copper and petroleum notes, large price moves, and mixed demand. Pacific stocks show activity while overall market sentiment hints at cautious gains and declines across commodities, with prices fluctuating and key panels signaling uneven support from traders.
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