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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1901

Page

5

New Controversy Over Temporary Infirmary Site

In Orange New Jersey residents protest a city plan to place a temporary smallpox hospital in a central street. Citizens fear traffic disruption and health risks as legal actions and protests threaten to block the site. Local authorities have pursued renting vacant city property for the facility amid community opposition.

Orange NM. J New York Dec N. J Focal Heart Amalinex Reveral Uftier

British Troubles on Northwest Frontier Report

A London dispatch notes renewed British operations against the Mahs on the Tyedil frontier, blamed on a partial blockade failure and tribal cohesion. It cites heavier losses for the British in four years of Wasirt campaigns and warns the fading government hesitates to expand actions, fearing reprisals if recent ambushed forces go unpunished.

New York Tydlil India Bombay Mall

Miss Stone Fate Confirmed Amid Uncertain Reports

From Salonice and Salonika lines a report reaches New York that Miss Marie Stone and Mrs. Cramer are dead, though officials warn no definitive confirmation has arrived. Henry C. Haskell of the American Board cables that messengers have not yet returned, leaving details unsettled.

Miss Stone New York Henry Co. Haskell, DD American Board of Foreign Missions Samakov Bulgaria Mien Stone Flien M. Stone Kmre Salonice Mur American Board of Foreign Mistons Menengers

Unclear captive report amid brigand delays

The message notes that travel over mountains is difficult and brigands hinder communication. It adds a wary hope that reports of captives’ deaths may be a tactic by brigands to avoid pursuit. The fragment hints at danger, delay, and uncertain outcomes.

Gospel Comes High As Evangelist Leaves For Holton

Nearly 1000 people accompanied Evangelist Williams from Wellington to Holton where he will conduct a four week revival meeting beginning today. A collection of 31 440 was taken toward the four week effort with 600 more to be collected later. Williams sold about 90 dollars worth of his books and a revival paper was sold at five cents per copy.

Wellington Kas Williama Holton Newton D Buree Grace Bie Saxe Te Ev Alexander Pub Review

War ruling challenges A O W admission rules

Kansas state senator George H. Lamb, Grand Master of the A O W, asserts the state is at war within its powers. The decision arose when Fort Leavenworth soldiers sought to join the order, but officials believed current wartime rules barred veterans from admission.

Lamb George H. Lamb Kansas A. O. W United States Fort Leavenworth Ths Order Jock Ogoers

Santa Fe Health Resort Excursion Rates

Health resort excursion rates listed for Phoenix, San Antonio, El Paso, San Vegan, and Hot Springs with round trip prices and validity. Includes nine months to San Antonio, six months to El Paso, three months to San Vegan and Hot Springs, with a note that rates to other resorts are available on application. Address TL KING, Agent A. T. & 3. F., Topelta.

Phoenix Arizona San Antonio Texas el Paso San Vegan N. M Hot Springs Ark Imit TL King A. T 3. F Topelta

Social notes and parties in Topeka society events

Mrs. W A Johnston hosted a 1 o'clock luncheon at the Copeland with a chrysanthemum table and fancy menu favors. Guests included Mrs. C4 Scoville, Mrs. Hate, Mrs. Cowley, and many local society figures. A surprise party for Miss Ruby Givens followed at a Clay Street home with prizes won by Miss Lagrace Whitmer and Mr. Paul Ost. The issue lists numerous social engagements, club meetings, travels, and notable attendees from Topeka society.

W. A. Johnston Copeland Johnson C. 4 K. Scoville Seneca John Hate Kansas Ruby Givens Clay Street Lagrace Whitmer Paul Ost Givens Winifred Hadhey Pearl Givens Rachel McGrath Selah McAfee Carrotia Nellis

Peoria visit ends as Warner family plans Oklahoma trip

A note from the era mentions Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Warner with daughter Daisy and son Paul preparing to leave for Oklahoma to spend the holidays. Clara Baughman and Sarah Hill of Lecompton spent Sunday with Mrs. May Lang, while Emma Roberts of Belvue visits the city. Warren Brown and spouse depart for Lincoln Nebraska after a week with the Gibbses in Oakland. Maude Miller returns to Lawrence after a short stay.

Kansas Journal Eagene F. Ware Topeka First District Federation Bessie Bates Misa Anlabelle ‘Troutman Addie Skinner Hardin College Helen Walker Enat Boston Bethlehem Philadelphia Hoston Olive Leonard Kansas City W. G. Smyser Chicago Mra F. G. Stark Pennsylvania Potwin Will D. N. Burge Woodlawn Avenue Anna Harison Progressive Grand Club Mise Edith ‘Snyder Mise Katherine Paxton Albert Garvin Brige Marcia Spivey Beatrice Foster Nautilus Club EB. B. Cowgill Mulvan Street Julius Caesar Art Club PM. Prescott West Seventh Street I. L. Jester Wichita Ruth Bayden Holton Mabel Krowles Luther M. Nellis Leavenworth Ralph Clauser Hal Heath Graham West Sixth Avenue Louise Smith I. W. McAfee Helen Louise Smith Clara Deisher Spalding Institute Eve Scheeler Watego Florence Johnstone Myrtle Dillon Girard George Nobie St Louis Bia Fareate George Albert Warker Ottawa N. B Peoria W. H. Warner Daisy Paul Oklahoma Clara Baughman Sarah Hill Lecompton May Lang Emma Roberts Belvue Warren Brown Lincoln Neb Neb., After A Week's Visit With Mr. and Mrs Gibbs Oakland Maude Miller Lawrence Nest Productions Adams , Bros Kansas

Snow Falls Across Panhandle Texas Storm Brings Hard Winter

Telegrams report the season's first real snowstorm hit northern and northwestern Texas with steady cold. Ranchers fear heavy livestock losses as cattle thin and feed and water grow scarce across the Panhandle's lower and central regions.

St. Louis Telegrama Texas Panhandle

Blockhouses Essential in Transvaal War But Slow Progress

A Pretoria dispatch to the Times describes the need for many closely spaced blockhouses connected by wire entanglements to hem in Boer guerrilla forces. Night crossings defeat distant fortifications, and authorities say only dense, time consuming fortification will deter the mobile enemy. The Boer frontier remains active north of the Delagoa line, with De Wet concentrating about Hetbron after recent districts.

New York London and New York Times Pretoria Transvaal Saya Delagoa Railway Evers Orange River Colony DeWet Hetbron

Martyr to Religion: Priest at Our Lady of Good Counsel

Father William J. O Kelly, rector of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Rockaway Beach, is reported dying from blood poisoning after he was injured by a fish hook in his thumb. Amputation was postponed as he protested, fearing loss of ability to celebrate mass.

New York Willam J. O'Kelly Catholic Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel Wills Rockaway Beach Father O'Kelly

Blockade Eases as Switchmen Leader Talks with Strikers

Pittsboro reports talks today between I T Holley president of the Switchmen's Union and district switchmen on strike. He refused to discuss the strike. Railroads say the blockade has been raised and operations resumed with frame moving as before the trouble. Most plants closed last week due to coal shortages reopened today with coal and raw material on hand.

Switchmen’s Unis Pittsboro I. T. Holley Switchmen's Union Union Hotel

Death rate heavy in South Africa camps prompt publish

New York dispatch notes editors urge Mr Brodrick to publish October mortality figures from concentration camps in South Africa. Delays in monthly returns spark concern that heavy rains keep child death rates high and unlikely to fall soon. Parsons asylum deal finalized with cheap water and gas contracts and a treasury warrant for 423000 to cover building preparations.

New York Trberal Brodrick South Africa London the Tribune Parsons Asylum Charities and Corrections L. & Crum anyTon Wits

Krause’s Headache Capsules Highlighted by Marshall Bros

Dr Krause of Germany pioneers headache capsules praised as remarkable cures by George W Stansfield. The Marshall Bros store at 15 Kansas Ave promotes these remedies as speedy in relieving distressing pains and stresses the capsule’s novelty in America.

Krause America Germany George W Stansfield Kansas Ave Marshall Bros

Screen Door Plant Burns in Rhinelander Fire

Rhinelander Wis Dec 9 The Wa bash Screen Door company plant burned completely late last night The loss is around 200000 dollars with partial insurance coverage.

Rhinelander Wis Wabash Screen Door Company

Kansas City and Return $2.67 via the Santa Fe Grand Opera

Advertises Kansas City and return fare of $2.67 via Santa Fe with trains on December 10. Mentions December dates and return option. Promotes Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as a home medicine for coughs and colds.

Kansas City Santa Fe Grand Opera Ticksta United Dr. Wood

Kansas Midwinter Exposition Prospectus and Topeka Resources

The Kansas Midwinter exposition prospectus was issued by Adams Bros in Topeka featuring a red and black 16 page book on glossy paper with green covers tied by red silk. It includes half tone portraits of officers and directors, and quotes President McKinley on expositions as progress timetellers. The document outlines the purpose to connect manufacturers, producers, dealers and consumers, and ends with a Topeka resources summary claiming the city’s importance and advantages. Rev. Hugh B Kelly Dies in Somerville Mass after illness on a journey east ending at his sister’s home. he served as vicar general of the diocese of Topeka. He was born in Somerville, educated at local schools, Boston College, and St Mary’s Seminary Baltimore. he served at Holy Cross Cathedral in Boston.

Kansas Midwinter Exposition Adams Bros Exposition Building McKinley Buffalo Exposition Company Topeka W. H. Davis Edward Wilder William Green A. §. Brigham John E. Frost Otto Kuehne John A. Lee T. J. Anderson M. C. Holman C. H. Pattison H. M. Philips EB. B. Cowgill G. P Grimsley Wiliam H. Barnes Willian Macferran F. P. Bacon J. D. Norton Chas. P. Adams W. 5. Bergundthal W. F. Weber W. A. Alexander Arthur Kane A. H. ‘Thompson The Woman's Auxiliary BE. S. Quinton A. H. Horton H. O. Garvey Prospectus Kansas H. B. Kelly Somerville Mass Hugh B Kelly TS Ae Ja Mr. Kelly Somervilleiie Somervilleigh School Hoston College St. Mary’s Seminary Baltimore

Arrested in Kansas City Former Proprietor Charged With Robbery

Arnold woman, Lou Arnold, an inmate, is charged with robbery in Shawnee county district court. She allegedly ran the old proprietor of Rosad House, tied to a burglary at 1H Walnut street, admitting she had funds including a ring and $109 bills but denying close ties to the crime. Bail set at 2,000 dollars. bond posted by A C Wurmner. The victim reported 1960 pounds stolen and indicated plans tied to Seattle, Washington.

Rosad House Kansas City Arnold Shawnee County Lila White Coney Kansas ‘City Leavenworth Walnut Street Lou Arnold Whitney Joe O'Brien Thernold Ben Spitz A. C. Wurmner Gleason Seattle Wash

Cattle Exhibition Opens With King’s Opening

London dispatch reports the Christmas cattle show, opened today by the king at Agricultural Hall Islington. The Smithfield club started the event in 1794 and the 10th such exhibition will feature cattle and sheep divisions. Prizes total about £3,600, slightly below average.

Tribune London Smithfield Club Agricultural Hall Islington

Unsettled Storm Sweeps Britain Disrupting Rail Lines

Storms sweep Scotland and much of England with heavy snow. Rail traffic in the Highlands is disrupted and King Edward departs Sandringham for London amid blinding snowfall and harsh winter conditions.

London Scotland England Highlands Edward Sandringham

Revives Sells Judgment in Damages Case

Judge Hazen rules in favor of Mrs. Barnes after a suit over a hotel dispute at the Chesternild hotel. Mrs. Barnes awarded damages of 60 in the ruling ten days before Mrs. Sells death, with Barnes and Allan Sella linked to the property and events during a departure from the hotel. The case centers on hotel bill withholding and belongings.

Hazen Jidaaen Ngwmnet Selle Catals Ly Mary Barove Mra Harnes Sells Allan Sella Chesternild Hota Mes Barnes Kansas Kent

Night School of Y M C A Business Course

The Business course offers bookkeeping arithmetic grammar spelling and punctuations. Professors Hi Roudebush and C m Van Horn join as instructors at Vokeepee and in Business colleges to aid men. Each student gets personal attention and those who complete receive the International certificate. Information at East Eigthh Street association office.

Profesenre Roudebush C. m van Horn Vokeepee Mssoclation East Eigthh Atreet

County to Receive $1,400 in Tax Case Affirmation

The court affirmed Judge Mazen in the Kolebie and Ladies of Security tax case, ruling Shawnee County will gain 1400 dollars annually. Details unclear due to damaged text but court action confirms revenue, with treasurer and dates not fully legible.

Jude Mazen Kolebie Ladies of Security Euveenin Shawnee County

Fragmentary garbled text from a foreign language note

The readable content is limited and unclear, mentioning a protest or investigation yet lacking coherent details. No identifiable persons, organizations, places, or dates are present to form a factual summary.

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