29 Aug 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1901
Page
1
A mob hanged three Black men near Holden Missouri to elicit information about a murder in a mining region. Vigilantes pressed a large search through Warrensburg and surrounding towns, with bloodhounds summoned and a countywide manhunt under way as authorities pursued suspects.
A mob sweeping through the countryside hunted for a suspect named Boame after a murder near Columbia. Armed men pressed into towns and warned locals, with tensions rising as authorities and vigilante groups gathered evidence and planned extralegal action. The pursuit centered around several nearby farms and the suspected hideouts, while fear and rumors spread through the region.
A scorching night with little breeze reported as thermometers show a high around 72 degrees and winds from the northwest rising noon. Forecasters warn of cloudy skies, possible thunderstorms, and cooler pockets in the southeast while Rock Island Telegraph notes heavy storm activity and rain in parts of southwestern Kansas today.
A large crowd greeted the Kansas Commanderies and Topeka Grand Commandery as their special train arrived at Union Station. Musicians played Dixie as dignitaries, knights, and attendees processed along Main Street with banners and cheers, while street crowds admired the procession and salutes from city marshal and marching bands.
In New York on August 24 leaders including Shaffer Morgan and Mitchell discuss the steel strike ahead, with Shaffer stepping back from his position and Morgan’s stance on negotiations. In Indianapolis and Pittsburgh reports outline arbitration rejection by Schwab, union incorporation questions, and plans to pay strike benefits starting soon to Amalgamated workers and related unions.
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania the strike situation affects allies and yields few interesting features. The strike ere SHU expresses satisfaction with prevailing conditions while steel corporations gradually reinforce the plant, already in action. Continued on another page.
Philadelphia reports confirm a Delaware River steamboat explosion aboard the City of Trenton. At least 35 feared dead with 8 bodies in morgues and 52 discharged from hospital. Rescue work continues as investigators probe alleged racing with Twilight and boiler exhaustion. Names of identified victims include ElizabEth Green and James Graham among others from Philadelphia Trenton and Camden.
Webster Davis, a lifelong Democrat, denies rumors of joining the Republican party to aid brother Walter Davis in Kansas City mayoral race. He says he remains true to conscience, expects Walter to act on his own, and plans to stay out of politics while continuing literary work and advocacy for the Boers.
A three story frame building at Broomfelt and Center streets Hoboken collapsed today. One elderly man who did odd chores died. The bartender and another man are missing. Two women and Helena Burnett on the top floor were seriously injured. The body of the old man was recovered from the ruins. The incident followed by Roosevelt family illness report and local newspaper sale note.
The article reports the late Dottexer Empress Frederick’s will opening with an imperial ceremony. Her fortune is listed at eleven million marks with each of six children receiving a million. The youngest Princess Marmare Hesee inherits nine predreick marks from Countess Gailiers. The dowager empress destroyed private papers and left the remainder in the Frederickshut f ary fortune, while denouncing any claims on her mother’s estate.
Chicago residents report incorporation papers sent to the Secretary of State for a grain business headed by George H Phillips. The new corporation will be named George H Phillips Grain Company with capital stock of 5 percent? and $100?. $200? to be held by the defunct former territory. Phillips plans to restart business within two weeks.
Denver Aug 4 A News special from Silverton Colorado says seven may have seen a cave in the 50 foot level of the North Star mine on King Solomon mountain burying four men who were retimbering the shaft. Three were crushed to death and one escaped with slight injuries. Dead are Thomas Hodge aged 43, Gus Conrad and two others unnamed. The North Star mine is the highest mine in the United States being worked by Boston and New York interests.
A Brussels dispatch reports Dr Leyds visit to Paris tied to Kruger's aim to meet the Czar. The Daily Mail notes a September 10 meeting between the czar and the German emperor will shape the Hoer War's circumstances.
Paris reports indicate no immediate war as Ambassador Constans from Paris met Turkish Foreign Minister Defenie in a Paris conference. He declined to return to Constantinople until a settlement is reached. Indas’s conference stated Donotans fully aligned with the government views, while the ambassador doubted the Sultan’s endurance in the crisis.
A young man named Carter was killed when struck by a Union Pacific train near Harrison Street in Topeka. Witnesses said he appeared to try to crawl under the wheels as the locomotive stopped. Carter resided with his parents west of North Topeka and died shortly after.
Partly cloudy tonight with possible thunderstorm southeast portion. Friday will be cooler with winds mostly northerly from Mir to Friday.
A mob burns the remaining sandings at Grand Mesa Lake owned by William Radeiitz, a subject of the King. The incident reflects local unrest and property attacks tied to royal authority. Authorities have yet to restore order as the scene remains volatile.
In Denver a mob attacked ranch property over fishing rights at Lake M. The violence followed threats, with property destroyed and a ranchman killed. Authorities traced the unrest to disputes involving local leaders and potential government action. The incident centers on who may fish the lake and access to surrounding lands.
A steamer sank on the Tennessee River near Louisville Tennessee. The vessel listed badly and foundered with some crew missing and others saved by nearby boats. Officials from the riverboat company advised investigations into the wreck and safety practices aboard the vessel.
Plambesu club members including Bailey Benner McGillen and Walton attended a gathering yesterday. A display by Evel reworks will be staged this evening while hundreds of dollars are spent by the club before departure. The cadet unit is noted, and efforts aim to improve the club’s reputation.
Aug notes from Tasutetill Kentucky report a grand encampment where Henry Bates Bodschard of Texas and George M. Mositen of Illinois were elevated as grand officers. Colonel Moultrie Williamn B. of Chicago advanced to senior leneral rank while Joewote the bik of NPortiusd and senior wardens discussed changes. Proceedings mention debate on Washington policy and broader organizational reforms within the Knights Templar structure.
The article discusses prairie chicken hunting dates, noting a shift from October to August 15 in the law. It cites Section 2 of Chapter 58, which sets the shooting period for grouse and prairie chickens from August 15 to October 1, with December shootings mentioned as occurring in some years.
A fragmented notice reports a local expedition in Norway Avenue with unidentified participants. The readable text mentions Prithiot arrival and a festival mood, but details are unclear and several words appear garbled.
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