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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1902

Page

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Political Gossip Shapes Kansas Printer Race At Wichita Convention

In Marion county the factional fight over the state printer job plays out at a Wichita convention. Hoch, Curtis supporters, and allies vie for influence. Clark and Allen position to back Hoch while Capper, Geary, and others maneuver for temporary chairmen and votes. The contest centers on party loyalty, regional support, and whom to nominate for governor and state printer.

Wet MD Hoch Marion Record Hoch Curtis Tiet Alune Fipkblic Branley Roar Hock Poch Charles Choad Hook Crk CWS Toons Anther Capper Eill Hue Uy Douh Capper Perenelye Curlin Iva Fejahllenty Sorentury Bibrahee Agaivet Sr. Mook Polit Vn Alaindpalit Wiehlta Can al- Daweh Leland and Alpaugh van Cole Minak Marian Cvanty Clark Wille Lee Jand Weil Triniptan Coasty Sarion Amson Talley Cole Heney Allen Tradier Terns Siete Aloe Suenley Gurine Ehelanan Maltey Seema Allen Comerean Capiner Allyn Ainley

Mrs Nation Fined In Disorderly Court Appearance

Mrs Nation was fined ten dollars after a contentious court session over alleged disturbances at a drug store. Witnesses testified she entered the rear of the store and shouted, while Nation challenged the proceedings and argued about insanity defenses. The crowd, including Cantwell and others, left as the judge set the sentence.

Dover Ural Jvidke Magin Cantwell Nation Tuten Cote Mateh Matton Whett Urey Corifinn Edo Oese Rane Mneage Peron Nation Besan Waa Bowrore Orsttar Fateh Vity Carrie Mateh Hull Wim Anil Bey Hell Hotel Nathon Seton

Cattle Purchases by Americans for World Fair Exhibit

London reports a surge in United States buyers of thoroughbred cattle. Prices reach up to $6,050 per head as Herefords, Dexters, and Guernsey cattle are shipped for exhibition at the St Louis World Fair. Notable buyers include J. S. Goodwin of Chicago and C. Muaryit of Lexington.

London Dec United Kingdom St. Louis Exposition C. Muaryit Lexington J. 8. Goodwin Chi- Fasc Anets Armoure United States Tiny Dexter Terry Cat Breland England Lady, Lasadowne Dr. Salmon United States Bureau of Animal Industry Jersey

Man Sues for Damages Over Alleged Alienation of Wife

Frank T. Oakland of Cottage Hill township files a district court petition seeking $10,000 to $30,000 in the February term in Maryevile. He alleges that Leta Holt and J. P. Holt, Ann M. Holt’s parents, maliciously alienated his wife Ann M. Holt from him since 1884, causing desertion, destruction of home, and happiness. He claims Ann M. Holt was taken away around September 20, and names Holt as a wealthy, powerful man with influence, while Oakland is a persuasive but less wealthy rival. Both sides filed many witnesses. Mrs. Oakland is staying with her father Holt.

Bhie Repke Kas Dee Eee Uta County Ann M. Holt Anna SE Lis Tkereby P. Holt Cottege Hill Township Frank Tt Oakland Oakland Holt

Convention Draws Large Audience in Leavenworth

The Leavenworth Kansas session opened at 9 o'clock with prayer and praise led by Prof. D Browner of Chicago. Officers were elected by acclamation including Freauent EB Wilson as president and J N Wilkingon as first vice president. Widespread reports from associations and numerous colleges followed, with addresses by Rev W E Biederwolf and Prof Towner outlining religious themes and the Spirit of God.

Emy Lumber County High School Kanparsee Rn University Philadelphia Fort Neer Campbell Aniversity Salina Normal Laxkell Southwest Kansas College Welock Towner Biederwoit Theliles and Yaiironds Charles G. Titus Ana Volunteer League Chartes Hurrer Seasion Leavenworth Kun D. Browner Chicesy Freauent EB. P. Wilson J. N. Wilkingon Kansas State Normal J. M. Woodsward Argentine Railway Association Hichant Willame Kansas State University J. J. Hiddison Kansas Atte Agricultural College Manhattan Haie J. B. Woodward En Jold View International Committees Gorge McDil Omaha W. E Biederwolf Imilans Professor Towner Qwest- Ten Argentine Arkansas Oley City Coffeyville Bite Fort Scott Lawrence Newton Oltewa S College Kamen Wertevan University Oral Salina Nies Kansaz Nead

Old Settlers' Association to honor Fort Simple history

Gordon presides as Old Settlers' Association of Topeka appoints committee to prepare a history of Fort Simple at Sixth and Kanmus. Officers for the next year elected include J C Gordon as president and John Elliott as vice president. Membership limit extended to those arriving before 1875. Losing speakers named John D Knox Josiah Jordan and J B McAtee.

Fort Simple History Josian Jordan Od Fort Simple Sixth Kanmus Stewnee County Mr. Jordan Thora Archer Wilson Gordon J.C. Gordon John Ellctt J. A. Troutman FM. Fietcher Gordon Capeland Hotel Topeka Iss Robert Stone J. Miller John D. Knox Josiah Jordan J.B McAtre

ANTHRACITE TRUST SALE DEBATED AT BERANTON

In Beranton on December 6 events suggest a pending sale of the property of individual operators and barge coal carrying companies. The plan would involve purchasing the collieries of sixty independent operators for about 145000 dollars, a move seen as the only solution to the current impasse affecting independents and large companies alike.

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Washington Delays Treaty Ratification Past June

Washington reports no Colombian ratification of a Pan American treaty until about June. Minister Hustet notes congressional elections in March and a likely sixty day period to assemble a new congress. Secretary Hay expects Senate action only after, delaying signing and public posting in Washington.

Washington Ec. S Hustet Bowoin Pan ‘Geicresa Cama Celembane Senate Jerran

One More Step to Perfect the U S Financial System

A historical discussion by Hugh H. Hanna on strengthening the gold standard and adding elasticity to the national bank currency. He calls for gold for silver parity on demand at the treasury, and a calibrated increase in currency elasticity tied to bank capital, with protections for insol vent banks and broad public support to reach congressional action.

Indianapolis Hugh H. Hanna New York London Dante Girreney Secretary the Treasury Indlerten

Vinewood Case Up In Topeka Railway Suit

The injunction case in district court voices dispute between Vinewood and Topeka railway over Fifth street rights. Judge Hetzer presides with firms Ferry Doran and Jetmore for the city and Blood Smith for the railroad. Attorneys cite prior company formations and track removals affecting property values amid contested rights.

To Yele Topeka Railway Company Robert C. Hetzer Osage City Hasen Fifth Street Charles Blood Smith Ferry & Doran A. I. Jetmore Vinewood Company Topeka Rail Way Company Smith Iss Rapid Transit Company Topeka City Railway Company Pitch Street Thomas Doran Pitth Street Sam Hadger

Pension appropriation bill passes in ten minutes

Washington Del notes the house swiftly approves the pension appropriation bill after a brief reading of the Journal. The measure carries about 133,200,000 dollars, largely aligned with current-year figures with minor adjustments. Wagner-Butler election challenge report by Mr. Olmstead of Pennsylvania to be considered next Wednesday. The London stock market update appears to have caused a stir as debate resurface.

Washington, del Pitt Olmstrad London Shersian

Gore's Will Leaves Property to Alameda Aunt in Probate

The will of Mrs Nelles Gore, shot and killed in Paris on November 29, was filed for probate in the Surrogate Office. Dated December 11, 1900, Severo Matlet-Provoet named executor. Bequests include wearing apparel and jewelry to Mrs Hestye Dickineon of Alameda CA. residue left in trust to the executor with authority to sell the decedent's property in Mexico and convert proceeds to personal property. Principal to Mrs Thekibeen and husband for division among siblings Leet Stoptil Charter Stogatti and Kaward Bo Shoal. No real property in this state. personal property valued around 800.

Alameda California New York Des Mre Nelles Gore Paris France Severo Matlet-Provoet A. Dickineon Alemeda Mexico Thekibeen Ms iPeetnt Qin Urothere Testatrix Leet Stoptil Charter Stogatti Kaward Bo

Earthquake Shocks Ravage Southern Utah and Balt Lake Area

A series of earthquakes rattled southern Utah and reached Balt Lake with aftershocks felt across Win Valley and the southeastern state. Washington County reports daily tremors since the initial quake with chimneys cracked and the public school closed for days. Authorities note renewed volcanic activity fears as tremors persist along the mountains and old craters near Pinto.

Balt Lake Utah Ben Anny Win Valley Mountelne Washington Lvakt Pinto

Vinewood Railways plans may expand power reach

Rumor suggests Vinewood Railway plans extend beyond rails to light and power. President EW Wilson purportedly seeks to involve the City Light and Power company, leveraging existing contracts and plants to supply power for potential Kat City expansion.

Vinewood Railway Company V. Pany Raison Vinewood Wirou Ality

Poison Deaths Reported in St Louis Family Case

In St Louis deputy coroner Bowgher delivered a verdict attributing death to gastro enteritis in a member of a family linked to several similar fatalities. Dr Gradwohl and bacteriologist Dr. Hoogher testified about chemical analyses of organs and embalming fluids thought to involve arsenic, with uncertainty on timing relative to death. The case will be turned over to the attorney Folk.

St. Louis Dee Kavesmith Game Cure Bowgher Hoogher Gradwohl Mrs. Smith

Immigrant children ordered released to school in California

Washington report says eleven Cuban children detained in New York by immigration authorities were ordered released by the Treasury department. They will immediately proceed to Point Lama Universal Brotherhood School in California after a hearing in New York. The hearing considered the school and related parties and was held behind closed doors.

Washington Dee New York Treasury Department Point Lama Universal Protherhood School California Department Heary Society of Permons

Banquet Secured by Kapenn Bay Club in Security Hall

The Kapenn Bay club officers win approval for a dinner at Security Hall with the largest town room reserved. The event, linked to Toteka lodge No 2 Knights of the Protected Ark, follows a regular meeting schedule and honors a holiday in Egypt theme. Ambssendor Choate travels plans to wife and daughter, with a route via India and Constantinople toward the Nile.

Eanergs Day Club Kapenn Bay Club Toteka Lodge No 2 Knights of the Protected Ark Brearity Hall Egypt London Ambssendor Choate Uotompamted Emary William W. Soi Bayoe Hrindial Athens Constantinople Tanceep The Nile

Frisco wreck leaves victims after yard collision

A fragmentary report says a Conductor A'Frinco Bilted of Cherokee Kanee from Eugene How exton was involved in a Friday wreck at the Scamnon yards. The engine Peat toppled, injuring Howerton and killing a long-time wife.

Kanee Eugene Howexton Focal Extra Howerton Teaved m

Drowned fireman amid blaze on steamer Saxon disaster

Fire aboard the Steamer Saxon, owned by Bustond Philadelphia Steamship Company, burned to the water's edge near Pine Street. One fireman drowned, another missing, two hospitalized. divers search holds for bodies. Loss about $1,000. Saxon, built 1883, 998 tons, 200 feet long, runs Philadelphia Providence Fall River route.

Philadelphia Dec Baxon Bustond Philadriptia Steamship Company Wiler Pine Street William Seville Abe Femme Turen Seville Philadelphis Providence Fall River

State House Coal Contract Warps Market Purchase

The Ohio State House chief engineer reports that the coal contract supplier withheld adequate coal. The contractor was forced to buy coal at market price, about $1.09 per ton above contract terms. The state may seek alternatives if supply remains unreliable, affecting future bids.

Ohio State House Columbus Lerma Hn Bellevie Innen- Pleo Bss Lowe

Storm Warning and Press Regulation Debate Report

A December storm threatens the region as forecast notes colder temperatures and unsettled skies. The piece also reports a bill introduced by Representative Jenkiny to bar periodicals from publishing suicide or self harm images, with penalties for violations. A fire at the Masonic Temple in Laconia follows a powerful explosion, wrecking the building and prompting emergency response.

Wanhivatia Bec Jenkiny

Mills' Store News on Skirt Fabrics and Styles

Black Taffetas and Crepe de Chine lead for skirts with women preferring these soft silks. Satin Suede weaves suit new shaped skirts, taller straighter lines, and strategic shirring and tucks at the hips. The article notes such goods are on sale in the silk section.

Louisine Anle

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State Printer Mis Wichita Michael Fyreny Tener Capuin Nelson Wlierney Sharp South Gar- Belt Eugene McCain Lynn County Republic HN. Evans Tes Mr. Swarts Arianats City Hoane Jan Wportrant Fort Seoil Manton Raley Commonwealth Tim Ballute Tron Mein Penjiy MeGovern-Corbett Detroit Mich Der Youre Corbett-McGovern Jacuary Bam Jsrrie Metfovern Joh i Gornoldine Corbett Cleb Chicas Kanes Chicago Com Minneapolis Cincinnati Blas Rapids J. Gordon Old Kettles Club Anthracite Trust U. S Treasury Mes. Gore Edison Company Gerry Oider" Smith Ne Bureau Masonic Temple Burne Laconia H. Dee Mills’ Store News Fashion Authority the Mills CO Style Shop
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