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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1901

Page

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Be More Sisterly Move Toward Reciprocity With Mexico

Governor Stanley presided at a Kansas conference of about 30 western business leaders to promote reciprocity with Mexico and Latin America. Speakers urged stronger links in trade, shipping, and banking, citing tariff barriers and the need for new shipping routes from gulf ports to Latin markets.

Kansas Stanley Mexico Farainy Soprano Court State House Jope Topeka Congress Alb Hult Chihuahua T. 3. Anderson Dir Etullt United States Topeka I Mexicco Iran Deopis Gulf Hult Aiso Hulit Bank of England Armerican Santosmen Enterpelle Aulfiere Werat Washington Americas Hoffman Venae New York

Western trade conference committee named in Kansas

Governor Stanley to appoint a 15 member plan of action committee to organize a western trade conference. The roster includes J Butler Topeka RS Work Ellsworth J H Nissley Topeka F Jensen Topeka and many dairy creamery stockyards and freight interests from Topeka Newton Wichita and other western cities. The aim is to convene western business interests and invite western governors to discuss extending trade.

Mexico Wes Coe United Sitates United Stanley Rina James Butler Topeka Erein RS ‘Work Elsworth Eet J. H. Nissley Dairy Aga Ye ‘F Jensen T. J Ee Thankinson Kansas City Swift Ellaworth Cortelyou N. Delaney Wichita Te Howard Ww. F. Jensen Tope T Continental Creamers Company Chris Hoffman Miler Anderson H. A. Heat

Crane declines treasury post offered by Roosevelt

Governor Crane of Massachusetts declines the treasury portfolio tendered by President Roosevelt citing illness and inability to arrange business on short notice. White House had considered Col Myron Rick of Cleveland. Crane explains family illness and preference to remain at home.

Washington Dee Crane Massachusetts Treasury Roosevelt White House Abc Ad Sonmtar Lodge Coate Woul Col Myron Rick Cleveland Colonnel Ferrick McKinney Boston Secretary of the Treasury Dalton

Death of Sir Henry Gilbert London Dee 22

Death of Sir Henry Gilbert London Dee, noted chemist and former ... obituary item detailing the death of the prominent chemist and former figure in London society.

Sir Henry Gilbert London Dee Sir Henry Gilbert

Five Victims Named In Singer Nimick Mill Blast

Fire and explosion at the Singer Nimick mill last Saturday morning claim five victims with one arch victim expected to survive. Temperature reports from Chicago indicate varying readings as December 23 progresses with unsettled weather across several cities. In brief weather notes, Kansas is forecast to stay generally cool with moderate temperatures and westerly winds through tonight and Tuesday.

Ars Dand Pittsburg Chicago Kansas

Clash Over Fusion In Populist Ranks Ahead Of 1904

Ex Populist leader Saya opposes fusion while Breidenthal and Ridgley favor running alone. The conflict splits the Populist state central committee with Kiddie and Curran backing the Democrats. Breidenthal argues to keep an independent ticket, while Breidenthal predicts a Republican year and warns organizers against rash mergers.

State Central Committee Iriday John W. Breidenthal Ridgley Taylor Kiddie Eatenlines Curran Kiddie Marion Kansas City Commission Democratic Party People's Party Greenback Union Labor Allvance Ed Little Talemew John W. Breilenthal

Depew Radiant Weekend Paris Wedding News

Senator Chauncey Depew dazzled in Paris Sunday with friends as readers in American papers note his upcoming marriage. Reporters describe a cordial, festive mood and mention a collection of clippings from U.S. papers about the event. The bride’s party plans a Saturday wedding with the bride returning to New York aboard the St Louis from Cherbourg in January.

Paria Chauncey Iecahn Fis Ten Voyase Daseed Paris Fe Petite Coine Sta Palmer Ted Tronsees New York St Louis Cherbourg

Navy delays Maclay restoral ruling in Schley case

Washington reports no word from Historian Maclay to the navy department regarding his restoration after a request for his return. The department cites a three day grace for cause before dismissal and hints Maclay may be asked to quit, signaling an end to further executive branch discussion of the Schley matter. Brown and Belknap are noted in the context of Gen Miles perspectives.

Washington Navy Department Maclay Naval Schley Brown Belknap Gen. Miles

Out of Coal Blankets Lima as Fuel Famine Worsens

Lima Ohio endures a historic fuel famine with no coal in the city since last Wednesday. Wood sells for ten dollars a cord as hundreds walk miles to meet approaching wagons while railroads report thousands of cars waiting to move coal to Lima. Factories including Milburn Wagon Works Libby Glass Works and Toledo licorice Works close. 1 500 workers are laid off and utilities struggle to cope. The cold snap from two to eleven degrees below zero devastates business and threatens a total plant shutdown within twenty days as coal scarcity spreads.

Lima Cincinnati Toledo Milburn Wagon Works Libby Ghiss Works Toledo Licorice Works Busineas Spel Elso

Above Mont Blanc plans sensational sky trip exhibit

Paris readers learn of a proposed ascent above Mont Blanc showcased at the Grand Palais by M. Dumoutet. The display includes atmospheric sky views and a bold dream to push human flight over the Alpine peak, amid reports of a recent balloon accident that injured no one.

Paris Mont Blanc Grand Palais M. Dumoutet Dumoutet

Queen Alexandra Illness Reported Serious

London dispatch reports Queen Alexandra remains gravely ill with doctors in constant attendance. A late bulletin says she is progressing favorably, but anxiety continues as plans for Christmas at Marlborough House are affected by the illness.

London Associated Press Queen Alexandra Nook Marlborough House

McClellan Returns From 25,757 Mile Voyage

The McClellan arrived in New York from Manila via Suez carrying 38 cabin passengers and 211 soldiers from the Philippines. Among them were officers including Captain A. C. Dempsey and Lieuts. J. Robinatain and W. Martin. two officers died aboard near Hong Kong and Guam. The ship, under Maj. J. E. Martin, bordered Bermuda coal runs and sailed from Manila October 15 with congressmen aboard, on a voyage that began in September.

McClellan New York United States Manila Suez Philippines Cpt A. C. Dempsey Eeerine Cab Farnn Wyalcots H. Lawton Tievisia Earl Dm Cage Wa Hor Stephens J, Dobinatain W. Martin Saat Fers Per United States Marine Hong Kong Wifia B. Tabb Caltd States Naval Engineer Guam Stip Ingame JE Martin Bermuda Joma Bagpaudins New

Resignation Sought of Navy Yard Official

Washington December 25 Secretary Boot makes public a request from the president for Rear Admiral A S Barker to ask Eagar S Maclay to submit his resignation. Maclay is a special legal general storekeeper at the Navy Yard New York and was to resign after a conference with the president.

Schley Washington A. S Barker Navy Yard New York Eagar S. Maclay Lal General Storekeeper Navy Sara

Miles May Retire After Severe Army Reprimand

Washington reports the reprimand of General Miles for criticizing the Schley verdict dominates discussion at the Army and Navy club. Military officers predict Miles will be retired soon, noting such a harsh rebuke by a general of his rank is unprecedented. The president aims to extend the Bobley-Sampson controversy to the Navy and Army.

Washington Miles Schley Army and Navy Army Carcern Army Navy Bobley— Sampson Court of In- Shinta Ict Reb Ie

Teachers Are Coming to State Meet of Educators

Reports from across the state indicate the State Teachers association meeting will be among the largest attended. General sessions in Representative hall, concert by Topeka Choral Union in the Auditorium, and Dr A E Winship lectures in the High School auditorium preview a wide program. Governor Stanley to give welcome, Parker of Chicago to lead discussions on public school studies, and New York educator Dr. speaks on musical education.

State Teachers’ Association Representative Hall Topeka Choral Union A. E. Winship Governor Stanley Dr. Winship Low Lowell F. W. Parker University of Chicco Dr. of New Yorkey Regsient Education Wiliam White

Pope Hopes for Diplomatic Ties with Vatican Move

From Rome a Vatican dispatch says the pope desires a semi official representative in Washington and may settle for a consular role now with a view to a minister or ambassador later. Washington is said open to discussion and the Vatican has indicated flexibility in U S Cuba policy to aid this effort.

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Diplomatic Break With Chile Argentina Amid Dispute

Washington reports Secretary Hoy received a cable from Minister Wilson in Santiago de Chile confirming that diplomatic relations with Argentina have been broken off after Argentina withdrew its minister. The Argentine proposal to refer the dispute to Britain is deemed arbitrary by Chilean officials, who say a peaceful settlement remains possible.

Washington Hoy United Wilson Santiago de Chill Diplom Chili Argentina Great Britain

White House to Host Christmas for Roosevelt Family

Washington December 23 There will be a merry Christmas at the White House with Roosevelt children joining in simple holiday rites. The Brenkents family is featured for the first time since McKinley’s death as Miss W Roosevelt’s sister joins the celebrations. A Christmas tree dinner will be hosted by Mrs Cowles aunt to the family with gifts from New York shopping. The kitchen will serve a traditional Knickerbocker menu and new Unens from Ports Incan women will adorn the table. Cabinet dinners mark the social calendar with the War and State departments hosting and mourning restricting other entertainments this season.

Washington White House Tate Massachusetts McKinley New York Roosevelt W.cowles Navy Cowles Root Smith Ae ‘Hay Tong

Fire at Champion Coated Paper Works in Hamilton

A large blaze at the Champion Coated Paper Works in Hamilton, Ohio, began late last night and was brought under control by 3 am. The plant reportedly employs around 400 people and housed a considerable stock of valuable machinery. Causes cited include a gasoline can explosion in the hands of John Kopp.

Cincinnati Timer- Star Hamilton Champion United States John Kopp G. Thompson Colles* Hily Hed Juar Kav Cnbaatite

Harris versus Hanna Ship Subsidy Bill Discussed

In a local legislative note, Harris and Hanna spar over a ship subsidy bill. The debate centers on funding, shipbuilding support, and potential economic impact for regional maritime interests.

Kansas Senator Harris Leads Opposition in Trade Ship Bill Debate

The Kansas senator Harris argues against a shipping bill that would favor wealthy companies, claiming it discriminates against American shipbuilders and labor. He cites tariffs and protectionist bias, noting the potential annual loss to taxpayers and the impact on domestic steel and shipbuilding.

Harris Kansas Hanna Iola Collier's Congress Senaine Harris Old Union Pacifie Company Aimee Honea Thor Hanna Merchant Turing Europe Sunatie Harris American Steel Trust Bleigh Tariff Stee Je Berman Senate Harris Saye Syed America Bn Steel United States Madern Sielaa SMO Eal OH

Big land purchase by Congressman Cannon in Nebraska

Congressman Joseph G Cannon completed a land purchase of 16000 acres in Cass county Nebraska, paying from Ge to 0 and aiming to strengthen local ties. The notable tract was 2400 acres near May Waldsety, Bear Greenwood. Admiral Schley departed for New York by rail to spend holidays with his family.

Omaha Seb Joseph G. Cannon Hingishie Casanil Saunders Saantter Nebraska Cannon Ube Friends Bear Greenwood Cass County

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