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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1901
Page
4
An item from the Topeka State Journal mentions a public sale and a single copy of a report filed for the notice. The fragmentary text references a dwelling and a corner avenue, noting a community bulletin and the sale action.
The passage blends speculative dispatches from Washington about cabinet posts and political maneuvering. It notes Secretary Long's retirement talk, possible reshuffles, and comparisons involving Hearst Carnegie and Rockefeller while hinting at Latin American and European tensions and the Panama Canal debate.
A jumble of garbled text reflects a column style with opinions on poker versus Christmas goodwill, social pretenses, and everyday life. The readable bits mention experiences, criticizing gossip and consumer habits, with abrupt reflections on relationships and honesty.
A fragment from the Chicago News hints at a man’s silence revealing motives and money ties. The brief item muses on the price of courage and the costs of secrecy in public life.
Fragmented OCR text presents assorted maxims and quips on life youth aging luck and success. It includes aphorisms about boats and chalking cues mood dependence vineyard labor and hall of fame with scattered references to parables and proverbs.
Washington reports renewed confidence for a peaceful settlement of the Chile Argentina dispute. US envoy in Buenos Aires cites progress on delimitation of the boundary while noting threats of hostilities have subsided and diplomatic relations remain intact.
Chicago residents Minnie McCoy and daughter Lulu McCoy face charge over the alleged fraudulent transfer of a Kansas 166 acre bottom land farm valued at 15008. Charles McCoy claims Lulu M. McCoy, not Minnie, owns the land. Lulu allegedly used both names to complete the deed. Witnesses from Kansas to testify as a January 1 hearing continues.
A muddledcht text shows Tracy seeking vindication through a U S election. The piece mentions Roosevelt and a U S district, suggesting a national test of public support and the political stakes tied to home voters.
Misread clerical notices describe appointments and staffing at a county office including a clerk and typewriter in the Bericaiteral department. An Akron appointment details city tenure and a $10,000 annual figure. a gas explosion in Kokomo, Indiana, kills one worker and injures several as a plant building is wrecked.
A hazy verse narrative depicts Santa Claus attempting to drive an automobile. The sleigh and reindeer fail, the craft wrecks across a pasture wall, and Santa is thrown into space as the tale hints at an uneasy Christmas ending and a caretaker named DASTMAN.
A fragmented report features Prof. Queckeubes discussing hypnotic powers and potential telepathic links. It cites experiments with Columbia researchers and notes claims that minds may transfer ideas under hypnosis, suggesting insects may transfer thoughts as a broader demonstration.
A Toledo dispatch reports fire truck No. 7 crashed into a street car while responding to an alarm. Captain J B Ward died at St Vincent's Hospital after the collision. Driver Peter Boudrieus and another firefighter were severely injured. a bystander, Mrs John Sebasts, was also hurt.
Joseph Reed acting for A L Gray filed a habeas corpus petition in the supreme court to free Gray from Topeka City prison for violating the Hurrel prohibitory law. The questions raised have not been passed on by the high court, remain disputed after Shawnon county district court proceedings, and await final ruling. Justice Johnston ordered Gray released on bond, with the writ issued, pending further action.
In Calcutta on December a British punitive expedition razed Nadiz fort near South Beluchistan long a stronghold of outlaw bands. The outlaws reportedly held out until the fort was demolished by guna. About three dozen men were buried in iy.
December dispatches recount a family dispute ending in a man shooting himself following rejection by his wife who had left him after property transfers to his son. In Illinois, the Perfect Body Brace company of Salina received a charter with 25 000 dollars capital, tied to inventor Mrs Ada V. Dewees and other Salina investors, amid booming local advertising.
Capt Clad Hamilton nominates Elmer Urie formerly of company B Twentieth Kansas for a board position at the school for the feeble minded in Winfield. Henry Alien asked for recommendations. Urie, a substitute mail carrier in Topeka, may be notified to report tomorrow night.
Mrs Cope, a longtime Presbyterian worker, dies after a quiet illness. The text notes her faith, service to Christ, strong gospel life, and close ties to First Presbyterian Church. Her husband, two sons or daughters are mentioned, with services at 409 Harrison Street and a private funeral arranged with Dr Countermine and Dr McParland assisting.
Henry Ruppel assistant foreman in the Santa Fe tin shop was struck in the eye by molten solder during an explosion this morning. He suffered severe pain and was rushed to Santa Fe hospital for treatment.
Alice Beynon was granted a divorce from Elmer C. Beynon on cruelty grounds by Judge Hazen Monday afternoon. The former Alice Whitmer, she previously lived at 1818 West Sixth Avenue and then moved to Kansas. Elmer Beynon, a former private secretary to Superintendent Player of the Banta Fears, was connected with the case.
Mulvane returned from Washington where Senator Burton sought his help to back Colonel Metcalf for the pension agency. Burton also taps Mulvane due to his influence with Press Roosevelt and Republican figures. His return shifts support amid Metcalf’s candidacy and prior political contests.
The passage describes a move from Atlanta to Memphis with the passenger agent on the road handling fees. W. T. Saunders of St. Louis is named to succeed the current agent, with the transition noted as pending.
Cablegram notes Governor Taft sails on the Grant today for the United States. Palmer College receives $30,000. Floral prices at Hugue’s noted amid other brief items.
Benator Henley rejected a proposed leadership post after discussion with Benator and other corporate figures. He has led the Planter prant at Blue Rapidm and oversees trusts via Row controle among American and Salina Cement Plaster companies. Several ventures span Blue Rapidn Fort Doses and Alabaster, with scattered offices and a web of subsidiaries across locations.
Governor Stanley posts a 260 dollar reward for the capture of robbers who looted the Rewhina county treasury early Sunday. Citizens in Atwood offer a reward for help, while authorities push efforts to catch the thieves amid limited leads.
Fragmentary obituary notes a funeral held at a home with interment at Rochester cemetery. The text mentions illness with bronchitis and sore lungs, suggesting a sick death, and references a person named Inenaea Dred New with care notes and a discovery. The passage is garbled and lacks clear dates or full names.
Mrs 5 left for Smith Center to spend the holidays. Mr and Mrs J celebrated a wedding at Auburn. Mrs A Brady of Toulon and FF Brady of Chandler noted in family circles. No trace found of a suspect. Mrs George McLaurn testified to spending the evening out of town. Court records show a divorce action with custody details but unclear names.
A fire in Cornelisyville, Pa., prompts town residents to fear a broader threat. Officials report damage around the square and nearby diners. Eyewitnesses describe smoke, alarms, and possible arson, while investigators canvass the area for clues.
The torn item notes saved lives amid a chaotic incident in Chicago and references Edward British subject status by birth in Canada. It mentions Borden's gift to his employees and a lost boy, with scattered mentions of a pugilist and police.
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