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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1902
Page
1
Nailey will succeed Stanley in three weeks as oath administration set for the auditorium. The change follows a formal transition plan with ceremonial proceedings planned for the venue.
The upcoming session will assemble with Braniey set to lead an ex-prompcy and W. J. Bailey to take oath as acting governor of Kansas. Caucuses will shape key elections, appoint temporary leaders, and juggle contests for chief clerk, sergeant at arms, and state printer. Rumors of fusion ticket talks and race for attorney general and Congress surface as lawmakers prepare to convene in Topeka amid a busy political calendar.
San Francisco report lists twenty three dead from the Byron station crash with several others critically injured. Officials led by Coroner Curry probe cause while relief trains rush to the seventy mile stretch between San Francisco and Mendota to aid victims.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a tale of a runaway princess linked to Dresden and Savery Hed. The report mentions a royal home exit on a December night, alleged deity worship, and a rift forcing a family from Salzburg amid meteor-like rumors and interwoven European names.
Only two blocks remain unpaved on Polk street between Pourts and Sixth this year. The city engineer says paving will not start until next spring due to weather. The plan favors delaying winter work to avoid leaving the street in poor condition for months.
Krishna won the California Futurity at Ingieside by four lengths over Nergator with Ormandie third and a crowd of notable entrants. The $162 race featured a tight finish as Krishna claimed victory following a strong season run.
Washington reports drift toward President Roosevelt acting as arbitrator in the Venezuela dispute. Britain and Germany push for arbitration while Rome signals Italy will join naval actions. Johnston arrives to advise on naval questions as Castro’s health is denied. blockades remain debated and timing uncertain.
An aged, error-laden dispatch discusses Germany and the United States, Roosevelt’s arbitration, and a Trinidad declaration of war against Venezuela. It notes Europe’s powers recognizing the U S as arbiter, with emphasis on neutral rights, confiscation rules, and the legal formality of the declaration.
The funeral train reaches Jersey City amid a somber escort from the Grant Post and others. The casket borne on a Meigs steamer is placed on a bier and moved to a tomb as police guard the route to Fifth Avenue Forest.
A section track walker named Blount was found dead this morning after being struck by a train near Santa Fe. Authorities indicate the incident occurred on the line and details remain unclear pending investigation. Farmers later located the body after the accident.
The council debated a right side driving ordinance to require vehicles keep right on Kansan avenue and other paved routes. Proponents say it improves safety while opponents note enforcement challenges and suggest a stricter form may be needed. The meeting also planned to address a general appropriation ordinance and employee pay.
Jude Alden of Kansas City contests a last session anti peddler statute aimed at cutting off lightning rod and gro cory peddlers from entering the state. W A Dartavst of Georgia sold steel ranges to farmers in News County defied the license requirement and was jailed after a December 1 conviction. Judge Alden seeks habeas relief to free him, arguing the law is overbroad and unnecessary. In Iowa, James D. Gifing, former judge and Republican figure, died suddenly at age 44.
Governor elect Halley and Secretary Bailey announce Mrs. H. J. Bone will occupy the governor’s residence with Governor Halley living there while Mrs. Bone handles state social functions. Bailey jokes about distracting love letters as he prepares for three weeks of work before taking office.
Dr Charles Lowry led a Wichita gathering that backed three bills for the Kansas state health board. Plan one would add at least one lawyer to the board, plan two would broaden authority over water plant and sewage projects, and plan three would set a minimum salary for the state bacteriologist and offer free examinations to Kansas physicians.
Emporia Gazette reports County Clerk Harry Peach received two letters from Dr H W Roly secretary of the state medical board. The first ordered to record Dr Meffart license revocation dated July 12 1900. The second says Dr Roby may revoke earlier order and allow Meffert to practice until the supreme court hears the case.
A buried pot containing several thousand dollars in gold and silver was unearthed by workmen digging up an oak tree within Wexahachie city limits. A woman claiming a vision led them to the site, with the pot showing corrosion and decay.
Two women assaulted a man in the street, demanded money, and threatened to cut his throat if he shouted. They searched his pockets and fled after taking $3. Police arrested 27 year old Conradler and 35 year old Mary B Queen, who were committed for court.
Fifty passengers on train 302 Furilnator traveling from Denver to Deadwood were trapped under 40 feet of snow for two hours near Mercer Nebraska. A relief force of 60 from Sidney and Mercer worked 19 hours to free them. The isolated settlement of Mercer hosted the survivors as rescue efforts persisted.
President Roosevelt and family arrived in Washington from Ramdan, Via, at 11 23 o clock. They were met by Secretary Cortelyou and driven to the White House. The trip was weathered by rain but the president was in excellent spirits. He returned to the executive building at noon and began handling a heavy backlog of mail. The administration announced no appointments for reveling callers between Christmas and New Year and that the president would have no regular office hours that week. He plans to spend time outdoors and with his family.
A west bound Missouri Pacific Colorado Flyer derailed near Quenemo last night around 10 o clock. All cars left the track and the train plunged into a ditch after crossing the rails. Six people were slightly injured, no fatalities reported. A track around the wreck is being built and service expected to resume this afternoon.
New York reports encouraging signs in Cornelius Vanderbilt's condition after a restless night. Physicians say the general condition and temperature are steady with slight indications of potential improvement, as hope remains strong for recovery.
The weather bureau issued an uncertain forecast for Christmas Day with variable conditions. Winds from the north today reached about 15 miles per hour. early readings show temperatures around 30s in several large cities including Chicago and St Louis.
A massive blaze opposite the Central Fire Station in Knoxville, Tenn, destroyed multiple buildings on Commerce and Gay streets, with losses estimated between four and five hundred thousand dollars. Firefighters prevented greater ruin as explosions and dense embers fanned the flames, drawing aid from Chattanooga. Key firms affected include Knoxville Pants, Broyles McUllan Luckey, Shanklin Grain, Davies Furniture, and McTeer Hood Co. stock losses listed for several companies.
Dispatch from New aturehelan Rumlin Turkestan reports a major earthquake near Andijan. Authorities describe widespread destruction with up to 2006 houses ruined and a destitute, starving population awaiting aid. Weather notes forecast generally fair conditions in Kansas and surrounding areas with warming trend expected Tuesday.
Mills advertises an expanded fur department with Isabella Fox Scarfs priced at 15 dollars and French Marten Scarfs at 2.50. Baltic Seal Coat at 25 dollars and Otter Coat featured as ideal gifts. Early selections offer a larger assortment. Proceeds aid a gentlemen’s benefit.
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