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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1901

Page

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Payne Bill sparks debate in Republican House caucus

In Washington a Republican House caucus discusses a Dingley style tariff applying to all goods entering the United States. Senator Frye introduces a new ship subsidy bill detailing rates, classes, and American crewing rules, with emphasis on national defense and maritime interests.

Frye Washington WSL Alter Staten Peenent Simff Oobien Mil Mall Sivdsiens Central America Mexico Unis Sal

Judge Dillon in Topeka with son Hiram Dillon

Judge John F. Dillon of New York arrives in Topeka on his private car with son Hiram P. Dillon. He formerly presided over a reabee court and will act as counsel for interests including Missouri Pacific and Esterm Uston, largely owned by the Goulds.

Jodge John F. Dillon New York Topeka Hiram P. Dillon Judge Dilso Ees Reabee Eee Jeston Pelton Missouri Pacific Esterm Uston Goulds

AFL Plans and Resolutions At Scranton Meeting

The American Federation of Labor session in Scranton heard resolutions on free shop pledges supporting the Journeymen Tailors Union, worker rights aboard ships, and union label endorsements. A motion removing the word machinery from a boycott debate passed after long discussion. a street car strike committee was formed with W D Mahon and John Mitchell to oversee efforts.

Scranton American Federation of Labor Sr Comenie Ter Aggand Ratshary Iet jJourneymen Tailors ‘Union of America Congress Marine Iw Tobuccs Workers' International Union Dhue Toburse Workers Union International Union of Journeymen W. D. Mahon Amalgmated Association of John Mitchell United Mine Workers

Miss Stone Located in Bulgaria Near File

Miss Eien M Stone and her companion Mime Tuilita are reportedly concealed in the divinity at File about five miles away. The American smiths note the danger and describe troops stationed at intervals to protect civilians amid ongoing bandit threats in the region.

Sofa Bulgaria

What None Knows Trial Testimony in Ayers Murder Case

Washington court today sustained the district attorney's objection to a hypothetical question about hip wound height and direction. Dr. Connwih testified on positions of Lotafis Bonne and James Seymour Ayers Jr. at time of killing and stated movement did not alter wound characteristics.

Washington Dec J. Anderson Lotafis Bonne James Seymour Ayers, Jr Semelltere Wr. Carr Pat Ayers Connwih

State House Fire Damages Basement Waste Room

A small blaze occurred late Saturday afternoon in the state House, tracing to a basement room used for waste paper. Firefighters quickly extinguished it, and authorities plan changes to store waste paper in a secure room to prevent recurrences. Several youths have accessed rooms before and caused mischief. no locks on the door contributed to the issue.

Sullivan Defense Closes Case as Sullivan to Testify

In his own defense, Chicago lawyer Alexander Sullivan faces cross examination after Mrs. Josephine don testified for the state. The defense plans to open with a jury address by PH O'Donnell and Sullivan is scheduled to testify tomorrow about the alleged conspiracy to keep Lynch from being tried.

Jane Josephine Don James Lynch Alex Sullivan Chicago Lynch Betng PH O'Donnell Alexander Sullivan

Carnegie to Give 16 Million for University Extension

A Chicago dispatch reports Andrew Carnegie plans a 16 million gift for national university extension. Announcement expected at the White House Tuesday. Nicholas Murray Butler aids the plan with Columbia College ties as Roosevelt discusses creation of a national board and Washington headquarters.

Chicago Record-Herald Washington Andrew Carnegie United States White House Carnegie Roosevelt Caravele Bik Nicholas Murray Butler Seth Low Columbia College Butler New York

Boost for Nelson faces reelection pressure in Kansas

The Shawnee County Teachers association endorsed Superintendent Nelson for a third term and urged he run again. State teachers and President Marlin of Baker University support keeping him in office to avoid political turnover harming schools. Comparisons with Nebraska show Kansas has fewer long-serving superintendents and a higher share of women in those roles, highlighting regional differences.

Friends Nelson Shawnee County Teachers' Association Hoon Marlin Baker University Shawnee County Satunday Nebraska Kansas Mothereen Riley Ih McPherson Law Swingley Nebraska Bee Alien Hattie Olmstead Chautauqua Minnie V_ White Clark Kil Clichaet Cloud Hertha Marlatt Comanchi Elk McCune Graham Froy M. Hardman Grant Kate Southwick Lyon Mary McCreary Meade Maggie Margin Ness Agnes J. Bipir Osage Mary H. Kirby Ottawa Helen N. Backer Pawnee Grace Norton Salina Mabel Marlin Seward Etta Henline Stanton Emma Wilkon Tree Huttle J. Kirby Wallace Magele Wichita Dalay

Ordained as Deacons at Grace Cathedral by Bishop Miltenaush

In a Grace Cathedral ceremony Rev William Raspey and Rev Willian Walker Hodgins were ordained deacons by Bishop Miltenaush. Both men, graduates of Huron College in Canada, will oversee Hibereado Eureka and Minneapolis parishes with Hodgins managing Hodgton and Ramsey guiding Rameey. Dean James Bevers Kaye delivered the ordination sermon, presented by Dr Archibald Beatty. Van Cott reappointed postmaster at New York by the president.

Rerowcourney Grace Cathedral William Raspey Willian Walker Hodgins Episcopal Church Miltenaush. Key Ramsey Hodgins Huron College of Canada Hibereado Eureka Minneapolis Will Hodgton Rameey James Eilis EP Bevers Kaye Oacita—Tion Archibald Beatty

Foley Must Go Turton Faces Appointment Delays

Senator Turton stalls as Foley nomination to the cabinet body faces trouble. Pete Foley, tied to Burton’s appointments, was named for a post but has not been confirmed. Roosevelt halted the nomination after Burke’s report and Postmaster General Smith is cited in corruption charges.

Senator Turton Pete Foley Parsons Burton Foley Méster Paytons Binley Somy Ate Upolu Congress Gaul

Burton Leaves Postmaster Fight in Indiana Politics

A Washington report says Senator J St Burton of Kansas withdrew his support to reappoint Joseph W Dale as Striebel Indiana postmaster ending a long factional row in southern Indiana Republicans. The dispute tied to the Munson and Hurton families and a Tolliver murder era, with Burton courting Dale’s defeat before backing away after talks with Senator Fairbanks and Beveridge.

Globe-Democrat Territute, Inc Washington J. St. Burton Kansas Striebel Ind Indiana Fairbanks Beveridge Mitchell Congress Joseph W. Dale Burton Hurtons Munson Jelph Boxger Tolliver Hhe Dale William Munson Dodd Mairbarks Sunflower State

Democratic Committee Bids Unite Anti-Republicans In State

The Democratic state central committee adopted resolutions denouncing manipulated interviews and urging anti-Republican forces to unite under the Democracy banner. The committee, chaired by Lave, says fake Republican interviews misrepresented members and warns readers to beware false political news from Republican sources.

Democratic State Central Committee Desiosrskey Faussas Jain Lave Ani Holding & Ban Ers Democratic Party Vlemynia

Smallpox Focus Shifts to Children in City

Health records show most recent smallpox patients are children. In two weeks, twelve cases were reported with all but two in kids. Garfield school fumigated after Ethel Carter fell ill. Ralph Rhoades quarantined. Most cases traced to Bain Street area. Other reports include cases at 1621 Went Street and 1711 Buchanan Street.

City Health Department Garfield School Ethel Carter Taf Kansas Avenue Ralph R. Rhoades Lawrence Street Went Street Buchanan Street

Governor Stanley Voices Colorblind View at Negro Church

Governor W E Stanley told a Topeka audience that color does not determine character, stressing the need for stronger youth guidance. He warned that 25 percent of convicts are colored and urged fathers to monitor their boys while promoting trades and education to reduce reform school enrollment.

W. E. Stanley Jim Kansas Thad Lansing Reform School Lam Trylmar STC Taneoin Coo Institute Samamas Echoala Americ Seth Shutring Cemury Topeka

Honolulu Bride for Lieutenant Merriam to Wed in Private

A marriage license was issued for Lieutenant Henry Merriam son of General Henry Merriam retired and Miss Alice Isham of Honolulu. The bride to be has stayed with General Merriam’s family who led the department of the Colorado until his retirement last month. Merriam recently returned from the Philippines where he served with the American army. The wedding will be private.

Honolulu Denver Henry Merriam Henry Merriam Alice TL Isham Department of the Colorado Philippines

Curtis at War Department Discusses Fort Leavenworth Funding

Representative Curtis visited the War Department in Washington on Wednesday afternoon and conferred with Secretary of War and the quartermaster general about appropriations to be asked from Congress for Fort Leavenworth. No definite decision was made. another interview is planned early this week.

Washington Dec Tayces Ween Bemns Congress Senate Gallinger Charleston MecLausid South Carolina South Carolin Curtis War Department War Hoot Army Fort Leavenworth

Train Held Up in Kentucky Mountain Feud Rescue Attempt

Corbin, Kentucky witnesses a dramatic thwarted rescue as friends of Berry Howard try to spirit him to Frankfort on an indictment for complicity. Sheriff Broughton and a 25 man guard escort Howard. assailants try to derail the train near Pineville, forcing a tense confrontation to keep Howard in custody.

Frankfort Iwre Sheriff Broughton Prankfort Pineville Sherif Broughton Telenis Hillward Middlexbors Howard Broughton

Hall Acquitted In Head Killing Case

The jury returned a not guilty verdict at 9 oclock Saturday night after seven hours deliberation. Hall was tried for killing George W Head last April by striking him with a club during an arrest for disturbing a religious meeting. The defense rested largely on Hall using force only as necessary to arrest. The verdict surprised many who expected manslaughter or a hung jury.

Hall To Dury Matty George W. Head Fall

Christmas preparations for Cleveland dolls on tour

A New York dispatch reports preparations for an unusual Christmas display involving dolls once owned by Ruth Esther and Marian Cleveland. The dolls will undergo cosmetic work and vocal restoration after being brought from the Cleveland household, with several described as expensive and large. Weather data lists temperatures in major cities.

Cleveland Doll Hospital Trenton Ruth Esther Marian Cleveland Crewe-land Miss Huth

Judge Refuses Arbitration Jurisdiction Over Water Plant Value

District Judge ZT Hosen declines to serve as arbitrator to determine the value of the Tope Wee ter company plant. City Attorney Spencer appears nonplussed as friction over contract based jurisdiction and court authority unfolds. Hawes notes the city seeks court determination while asserting no filing exists, and questions whether the judge should assume the task by choice or not at all.

ZT. Hosen District Court Ae Arbirena Tope Weeter Company Paseed Witer Company Wity Goink Hawes Tapeka Water Company Ash Spencer

Guthrie to Stay as Topeka Postmaster and Roberts Reappointed

Congressman Cartis has recommended Judea John Guthrie for reappointment as Topeka postmaster and Frank J. Roberts for postmaster at Cariklovtn. Guthrie’s record includes improved service and rural free delivery expansion in Shawhee County, with multiple substations and extended carrier efficiency.

Cartis Monlly Judea John Guthrie Topela Judes Guthries Judge Guthrie Rmer Bre Fw Cus Greesman Curtick Shawhee Guthrie Curtishin Frank J. Roberts Caikilovtn

Sensation Postponed in German Reichstag Interpellation

The Pan-German leader Barli defeats a planned speech by the colonial secretary Chamberlain before the Reichstag, delaying the debate on Voran Thielnubiin the treasury secretary due to his illness. The interruption, prompted by a sudden diplomatic issue, shifts focus from von Thivimann who was to respond to the interpellation.

Barlie Ameer Heichstag Ae Chamberlain Vor Thielnubiin Treasury Dr. Haneee Mr Chamberlaina Voleran Wutte von Thivimann

Telegraph ties Texas man to Kentucky bride in wire wedding

A Texas groom Be. W. Simmons of Peastor, Tee, married a Kentucky bride in Bowling Green by wire last evening after nine questions from a justice of the peace were answered. The ceremony occurred on route to Richmond where the bride will join him. Financially noted guests include Mrs. Roosevelt and Mrs. Nation Richmond with bazaar patronage by Presbyterian church leaders. Weather indications forecast fair tonight and Tuesday across Chicago and the plains.

Telegraph Texas Kentucky Bowling Green Elle Be. W. Simmons Peastor Tee Justice of the Paw Mira Wilewtt Shir T He Fotter Robhweter Waris Roosevelt Nation

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