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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1902

Page

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Ex-Speaker Tom Reed Dies in Washington

The former Speaker of the National House, Tom Reed, died in Washington after a week of illness from a stomach and kidney disease. The report notes his final decline, medical efforts, and funeral arrangements as his body arrives. The narrative references his public career and state of health through late details.

National House Tom Reed Washington Ber Thoman H. Reed Boise Representatkron Sunda

Reed family interment plans in Portland Maine announced

Washington. A notice from the House of Representatives reports the interment of Thomas Frackeat Reed in Portland Maine. The ceremony will follow a special train from Washington arriving today. many officials and notable visitors called at the Armory Society and the White House to pay respects, including President Roosevelt and family. The widow Mrs Reed and daughter Mrs Alder Reed are named among attendees.

Washington Thomas Frackeat Reed Rencepentatives Purtland Washirton O'Ainek Yanning Federal Expresa Portland Ieee Reed Adler Catherne Reed Amon Hesis Aramtan Tme Sairoua Rownevelt Thermomatic Corps Vantees Dave

Funeral arrangements for Mr Revd and family in Portland

A deceased man’s funeral details reveal a large lay of attendees including Senator Simm and Rep Hitt among others. The casket bears floral tributes from the widow and Mrs Hoaserdt, with arrangements coordinated by Joseph W. Synands and Jon e C Emall. Interment planned at Evergreen cemetery after services at the Fired Pacleh Cotterian church with Rev John Carroll Woehine.

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The Man and His Work. Reed and the American Era

Thomas Brackett Reed, born October 4 1834 in Portland Maine, rose from local schooling to the Maine Legislature and later became Speaker of the U S House. His career spanned eleven terms in Congress, leadership of the Republican Party, and a defining clash over quorum and reform, shaping party power and parliamentary tactics.

Severe cold sweeps across Midwest and beyond

The cold wave spreads from Missouri to Nebraska and Illinois with record lows in St Louis and Milwaukee. Snow and freezing temperatures disrupt travel and fuel supplies as far south as Texas and Alabama, with reports of stranded trains and high winds on the Great Lakes.

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Mitchell Away From Hearings As Miners Strike News

Scranton reports President Mitchell of the miners union is in New York for a Civic Federation meeting. Witnesses describe a compact with workers to support the dead miner’s family while mine conditions and pay scales come under review. Weather and regional readings follow.

Miners’ Union New York Scranton Mitchell Civic Federation James Gutlasgher Markieemsing Markle

Six Day Cycle Race Brings Falls and Dismay

The first rider left Wes a colored man, who fell. Several pairs and riders dropped out early as the race continued. Notable names appeared in the scramble with many pairs like Petersen and Kayser, Darregon, McFarland, and Moran among those mentioned as quitting or faltering. The leading riders remain out of sight, the record still intact.

Fenn Keres Petersen Headshyll Miles Sage Zouinots Kayser Te Seton Darregon McFarland Maya Stingun Ant Moran Bodall Bettell Newkirk and Jacobson Hutier Turvilte Leander Floyd Kane Barclay Braye Krebs Bexar Peterson Calvin Att Root Doerflinger Helier Bolsson Toranvia Beluid

Gas case hearing opens as Morgan cites Topeka plan issue

Harrison Morgan former manager of Excelsior Coke and Gas testifies on the stand in the Gelinr gas case hearing. City and company attorneys clash over introducing a report into evidence. The company argues gas cannot be made locally at 1 per 1000 feet while the city pushes for the document to be admitted. The hearing proceeds into the afternoon with production possible Tuesday.

Harrison Morgan Excelsior Coke & Gas Company Wails Agin New York Morgan United Charen Woodsmith V Company Stile Journal Mkely

Outburst in Samoa Strikes Western Savuli Islands

Correspondent from Samoa reports earthquakes and volcanic shocks darkening the night in the western Savuli group. Tremors topple churches and houses while volcanic fire vents from Molha peaks terrorize settlements. The eruption, linked to a historic volcanic belt, threatens only the western ridges with possible spread if the unrest shifts.

Associated Prome United States Naval Station Tututla Samoa San Francisco Cate Dee Molhais Sevai Gerona Samoa Hawaii

Dan Patch Sold to New Owner in Minneapolis Trade

Minneapolis reports the sale of the famed unbeaten pacer Dan Patch to E Brittaine of New York. The purchase by Mo Henry and trainer Savage marks the highest price paid for a pacer, with details of racing arrangements and ownership to follow.

Minneapolis Minn M_ W. Ravee E. Brittain New York Mo Henry Savage Randith

Rescued Fox Terrier Survives Under Floorboards Three Weeks

A fox terrier owned by Dr. G. Ferling was found underneath a building floor after three weeks, having endured thirst, hunger, and mites. Carpenters finishing a new floor earlier disturbed the area, and a dog’s faint whines led workers to uncover its confined shelter. The emaciated animal showed signs of distress but clung to life, taking the hand of a caretaker as rescue arrived yesterday in Chicago.

D.C. G. Ferting Dr. Ferling Minesco

Death of Thomas Nast Consul General in Guayaquil

Thomas Nast died in Guayaquil Ecuador after a three day illness. He was buried the same day at 2 o clock in the afternoon the coffin wrapped in the stars and stripes. The British Consul led funeral services with governor consular corps and American colony in attendance. Nast, born in 1840 in Landau Bavaria, rose as a famed political cartoonist and public servant shaping Union patriotism and anti corruption battles. He served as consul general at Guayaquil appointed by President Roosevelt in May 1901 and had earlier risen to prominence through Harper's Weekly and his wartime caricatures against Tweed and corruption.

Nast Thomas Quit Ecuador Roosevelt Din Thomas Nast Landau Bavaria United States Isa Frank Jasite Theodor Kaufmann Eketrhin New York Illustrated News England Heenan-Sayers Italy Garibaldi Amores Harper's Weekly Mr Nast Lincoln Tweed New York Tammany Mall Morristown Stirrtig 7 Pester Fing Harpers Mr. Nast Bette Harpers and Nast South Boston Union Lesrue Club Ism Enune Couintry Pacific Cauat Thomas Nart Bimertf Tutt Nart

Invented the Tiger in Nast's Tammany Tale

A historical portrait of Thomas Nast and the Tam many Tiger emblem. It describes how Nast attached a tiger figure to the head of a deer emblem used by Tammany Hall and similar groups, and how his wartime satirical drawings evolved.

Tammany Hall Tin Tece Mr Nast Siam Hoboken Young Nast Nast Regina

Bailey Dies at Home North of Balleyville

Balleyville region reports the death of governor elect W. J. Hailey’s father, Bailey, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was aged and had shown weakness for months. The burial will follow a church service in Janesville with local and regional attendees.

Ships risked wrecks by overloading harbor whips

Duluth reports two months of ships called whip losses with five crew casualties. Navigation laws may be revised this session to regulate water drafts and prevent overloads. Owners blamed for loading beyond safe limits. crews pressured to discharge to avoid catastrophe. Shipmasters face dismissal as reform efforts target overloading and unsafe practices.

Duluth Mint United States Mbipx Wyatt Ami Emre

Gold Mine In Street Triggers Townwide Excitement

In Harrison Gach near Redding California a mining camp in Shasta County excitement ran high after a miner found gold on land claimed by Mirlen Mining Company. Large nuggets were reportedly taken from the site sparking widespread interest and local attention on December 8.

California Redding Cal Harrison Gach

Kansas vows bond debt in biennial report notes

The document outlines a state debt of 632000 tied to bonded Indetterness of Kusteun. It references a biennial report and lists bond issuance details, noting repayment plans and the period two years prior. The text cites dates, figures, and agencies involved, but some wording is garbled.

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Ultimatum Sent by Britain and Germany to Venezuela

London reports Premier Maifour announced Britain and Germany have sent an ultimatum to Venezuela over rights and property of British subjects. If Venezuela fails to reply satisfactorily, both governments will take measures to enforce their claims, with a joint yet non identical note. Berlin states the ultimatum to Venezuela was presented at Caracavel.

London Dec Maifour Venezuela Balfour Henry Campbell-Bannerman Caiine Duffart Britelah Berlin Venézuela Caracutel

Weather and Temperatures

A brief weather note reports a morning chill with temperatures around one to seven degrees and a steady rise of about two degrees per hour. It mentions a high near 74 degrees earlier and a forecast of continued cold with possible light snow tonight into Tuesday. City context includes comments on storms and discomfort for residents. Postmaster appointments are listed in Washington.

Jennings

Mills Store News Special Display of Oriental Rugs

Mills announces a special display featuring Dag hestan Karabagh Shir van Kazak Afghan Cashimean Khardistan Candahar Tabriz Kir manshah Persian Silk Kabistan rugs. Prices range from 11.50 to 200.00, fixed by rug value. Early calls advised to pick from the full line. rugs make a fine Christmas gift.

Daghestan Karabagh Shirvan Kazak Khardistan Candahar Tabriz Kirmanshah Kabistan

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