11 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1902
Page
1
Report claims most warships have departed harbor amid strong public anger over European actions. A naval force was reportedly sunk with minimal resistance as tensions rise around President Castro. Battle details and troop movements are described with uncertain names and dates.
Reports from La Guira describe British and German naval activity surrounding Venezuela with a bombardment threat and seizure of vessels. Venezuelan government protests call for restraint while announcing amnesty for political foes and asset seizures. British and German officials seek clarifications as tensions rise with Port of Spain and the Caribbean coast.
Lawyers for the miners pressed the coal firms at the Scranton arbitration, calling J L Crawford of People's Coal to testify. Crawford noted high strike wages, estimated tonnage, and company profits while denying disruption to the proceedings. The miners expect to close their case soon as the operators prepare their rebuttal.
Attorneys secured a case involving the Great Northern and Northern Padine toads as they pursued proceedings at the Pedersl tudding court with company security.
Washington December 11 news reports the Senate debated resolutions from Quay opposing joint action on Indian Territory protests tied to Okahoma and Santiago matters. A bill to fund consular expenses and tonnage charges was discussed, with critics preferring measured appropriations rather than a lump sum. The House set January 5 for tribute to Charles A. Russell and handled contested election procedures, while considering a debt arbitration proposal on Venezuela claims.
Crowds mob the Causeway Street yard as hundreds clash for coal. A wagon of bags is hauled out to draw off the crowd, a wagon is set afire, and patrolmen struggle to prevent theft while a policeman is pulled from the wagon and nearly dragged under wheels.
New York faces a harsh coal shortage with thousands of residents freezing in bitter cold. Aldermen approve a $190,000 relief plan to fund coal distribution while speculators push prices to ten dollars a ton. Reports describe victims freezing to death, refugees housing in vacant tenements, and a surge in demand for limited supplies as retailers ration coal and aid efforts mobilize.
A 13 year old boy was found dead beside the bicycle path in Central Park near Eighty Fifth Street opposite the parks department workshop. The body showed neck abrasions from a silk muffler, jaw wounds, and bites. multiple dart marks appeared on both sides. An autopsy was deemed necessary to determine the cause of death.
The Interstate Independent Telephone Association held its annual session in Chicago and elected officers including ex Senator Charles E Hutt as president and KM Coleman as vice president. Read remarks covered security standards and cooperation with Bell Company discussions.
Harry Bone of Ashland Kansas visited Baileyville as a guest and accepted appointment as governor's private secretary. Governor Bailey expressed approval and Bone planned to focus on new political duties while Kansas recently elected him. Further hearing noted in merger case between Minnesota and Northern Securities Company.
Motu Kansas reports two high quality wells among the finest in the state. The first well was drilled by local workers and financed for a pipeline project in the town. The second well was completed by a local company in the vicinity, yielding high quality paving brick materials. A large brick plant and gang will be noted as a century old project.
London December 2 The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Tserle collapsed while speaking in the House of Lords on an education bill. His condition is described as ailing but not life threatening. Berne December 11 Vice President Detich er has been elected president of the Swiss Confederation.
A rumor from Aden to Delhi reports the assassination of the Mad Mullah in Somaliland. The account says he was killed by a spear thrust while praying. Somaliland remains disputed as Abyssinia, Britain, France, and Italy shape spheres of influence amid ongoing disturbances.
The report notes markedly colder conditions with morning temperatures near value ranges and afternoon drops. Government thermometer readings list Chicago and Philadelphia among others, with gusty north winds and a partly cloudy forecast for tonight and Friday.
Mrs. Marshall A Barber, wife of Prof Barber of Kansas University, was found drowned in the Kaw river at Ohio street foot. An all night hunt by 1,200 students and faculty followed her disappearance after she left home Wednesday night. She had earlier suffered head injury and mental lapses. University activities were suspended.
Lieutenant Governor Harry Richter and Henry Allen quarrelled last night at the Copeland over Governor Stanley and Senate loyalties. The men accused each other of betrayal while bystanders kept the peace. a physician’s guide on emergencies was also mentioned in the column.
Mills store advertises a Christmas display of handkerchiefs and hosiery with a wide range of prices and styles. Handkerchiefs priced from 12.50 to 5 cents, Silk Lisle hosiery from 5.00 to 2.50, Lace Lisle 1.75 to .25, Plain Silk 2.50 to 1.25, urging extra help for immediate attention.
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