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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1901
Page
4
The Stain Journal releases full day wire coverage from the Associated Press. The paper, a member of the AP, provides exclusive nationwide news distributed via leased wire services to its readers in Topeka.
Fragmented coverage notes a railroad advance to T1068 for Topeka, while political tension grows over military leaders and cabinet figures. Rumors of cabinet retirement and party favoritism mingle with accusations of disloyalty and calls for tariff protection amid ongoing European commentary on American influence.
Ceremonies in St Louis honored the Louisiana Purchase centennial. The exposition will celebrate U S claim to land between the Mississippi and the Rockies acquired from France in 1803. Officials note vast growth, funding from multiple governments, and hundreds of acres set aside near Forest Park for the world fair plans.
The fair grounds feature a fan shaped plan with a main entrance viewing a 600 foot wide avenue toward a 80 foot hilltop art palace. Buildings span seven to fifteen acres with Renaissance styling and extensive colonnades. Departments include education, art, manufactures, machinery, electricity, transportation, agriculture, horticulture, mining, forestry and more. A board of 98 directors from business and railway sectors oversees the exposition.
The Kansas businessmen at a preliminary conference with Governor Stanley push to deepen commercial relations with Mexico. They argue proximity and market need favor Kansas shipping fat stock and other goods, noting Mexican demand and citizen affluence. They see easy access via St Louis and urge unified action to capture profits from Mexican trade.
A fragment from the Atchison Globe reflects on aging bankers and editor politics. It notes a case of egotism and a young patient, and mentions an Atchison woman unaware that President McKinley was shot for two weeks after the event.
A fragment argues about work discipline and sleep, noting an eighteen year old contessa who lends her shoes for a nightly ritual and reflecting on children waiting for their father, contrasting youth flirtation with elder abuse and the fading old fashioned home dynamics.
A collection of aphoristic snippets discusses change, love, aging, vanity, merit, and ambition. Observations note the difficulty of sustaining success, money as faith and hope, and a jibe at legal daily meals amid earthly disorder.
A humorous column of pithy quotes and wry observations on manners and professions. It jests about smoke nuisances, borrowers, optimists and pessimists, lawyers and doctors, and a widower’s second marriage with playful snippets.
A column-like meditation on marriage and gender roles. The author satirizes perceptions of women and marriage, urging readers to empathize by experiencing hardship themselves. The piece critiques vanity in photos and calls out expectations about female versatility.
Insurance Commissioner Schoeber wired Kansas City an order revoking the authority of Farmers Mutual Hall Insurance Company to do business in the city and announced a receiver had been appointed for the firm.
Word from New York and banking circles that former Iowa Governor Leslie M. Shaw has been selected to succeed Robert M. Gage as secretary of the treasury. The notice appears in The Evening Post as the latest cabinet appointment rumor.
The cruiser Topeka left Cape Henry at 11 a m bound for Port Royal Porto Rico and Cuba. The ship reported boiler trouble at night but continued on its course today. President Will Make No Change in New Mexico revenue post.
Dyspepsia sufferers seek vigor for digestion. Hood's Sarsaparilla claimed to cure a Boston niece of Presk Fay, who had no appetite, sour stomach, and headaches. After two bottles, she recovered, per the note from 106 N St South Boston.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Hood's Sarsaparilla now before illness worsens, claiming a promised cure and urging immediate purchase.
A woman dressed in men's clothes and a male accomplice were caught this morning after reportedly stealing a horse from Dr. Ryan at Ergindy. They were seen suppering in Osage City as officers closed in, part of a string of thefts reported in the past two months.
Judge Hazen will hear a motion Tuesday afternoon in three cases against Klauer. The result will determine whether the city still has a valid liquor ordinance and if the council can pass new search and seizure ordinances. Police actions and prior court rulings hinge on the decision.
Washington reports Oscar Strauss head of the New York board of trade and transportation and a committee sought speakers for the banquet at the Waldorf Astoria on January 24. Justice White Senator Hanne and Major General Smith accepted invitations. President Roosevelt was invited but reluctantly declined.
New York reports consolidation among window glass makers including American Window Glass and Independent Glass plus New Jersey firms. Sugar refiners cut refined sugar prices by ten points amid overproduction fears. Kentucky injunction permanency extends to a coal strike dispute with union activity. Chicago coverage notes Sullivan case move toward a new trial and possible appeal after holidays.
Archibald Gillfilion, a Honolulu sugar planter visiting relatives in Philadelphia, died in a hospital from a fractured skull after being thrown from a trolley car last night. A native of Philadelphia, he had lived in Hawaii for thirty-seven years and planned to return to Honolulu after Christmas holidays.
In Wall Street bids of 77,500 were reported for seats on the stock exchange with five possibly for sale now. No sale was reported but an offer of 90,000 for one seat was noted. The sale of one seat set a record.
Richmond Virginia December 23 James Stitt died at home in West Moreland County from injuries suffered weeks ago making him the third man injured in the West Seal incident. Herbert Ewfilsssttian identified as the other party involved.
The fragment notes a highest price related to a seat or seat sale event, mentioning a new market or denial context. No full details available due to damaged OCR.
Lord Kitchener reports sharp clashes in the Orange River colony. British mounted infantry faced 300 Boers and 40 natives near Begindery with 200 men attacked. British casualties were heavy but details sparse. December 20 actions at Tafel-Kop saw Damant wounded and Kempery prisoners taken amid Boers’ heavy losses.
Mrs Samuel McLaughlin of 1135 North Kansas avenue was assaulted near the Second street viaduct by an unknown man. Santa Fe switchmen rescued her as she screamed. She wandered, was found three hours later in a dazed condition, and later recovered. The assailant's identity is unknown.
In Cleveland on December 23 Henry C Krause of 50 Rogers street killed his mother during a nightmare episode and later told Pastor Rev J H Wefel the tale. He described seeing a wild beast and a cross like imagery before admitting the killing and displaying severe distress at the police station.
A Ceaser died of paralysis at his home 12 West Fourth street Sunday night. The funeral was held from the Swedish church at Fourth and Fillmore streets this afternoon at 2 30. The text includes garbled remnants of other names and notes about a person ill and a county hospital event.
Buenos Ayres reports renewed patriotism over possible Chile war. Chilean minister Concha Subercas aux awaits instructions as Argentine recall from Santiago sparks mobilization talk. Editorial urges direct immediate settlement, arbitration unlikely. Barrington, the British minister, holds talks with President Roca as army mobilization proceeds with plans for extensive maneuvers and a cost of 5,000,000.
Two more cases of smallpox were reported to the health department today. The cases involve children in families where the disease already exists.
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