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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1901
Page
5
In Chicago on December 24, reports say 400 union workers who began a lengthy strike months ago are nearing resolution. Leaders hold talks on both sides as an agreement is expected to be reached and ratified soon. Allis Chalmers reportedly agrees to a nine hour day, leaving wage questions and the fate of striking workers to be decided.
Mrs. Crot star, a noted organizer of women's clubs, dies in New York at 72. Born in Rawaraoer, she used the nom de plume Jennie and built a wide reputation through federation work, helping Sorossy attract support. At death she headed the New York Women's Press Club.
Terrier defeat Sullivan would lead to a clash with Lavigne in a January 30 bout. The piece discusses weigh in at 173 pounds ringside, money staked on the contest, and mentions Thurston as catcher for Giants signings.
A garbled OCR fragment describes an individual from Walting facing severe health and mobility issues. The text hints at pain, difficulty walking, and a struggle to write or respond. Names and places are partially unclear, leaving a rough portrait of hardship and personal effort.
Boston reports the MIT event dubbed Komm ers arousing ministers from several denominations. Dr Percaty of MIT wrote to the committee noting 56 pints for 87 men at a student smoker and that two inches of beer were supplied at gatherings on campus. An investigating committee calls the issue one of principle, prompting resolutions from several clergymen urging reform of students beer drinking habits tied to German university life.
New York chess expert W N Pillsbury staged a blindfold exhibition at a city club with prominent athletes among observers. Pillsbury used the four knights opening and won nearly every game as the blindfold world champion demonstrated.
Governor elect Cummins outlines plan to tax railroad property through a three member commission to value railroads, base assessment on council findings, and move the tax date from March to July to align with other property valuations. Supporters claim railroad taxes are overdue while opponents fear a higher assessment and broader rate rise.
In near Varnville Hampton County South Carolina Mrs Phillips killed her husband John Phillips who, in a drunken state, attempted to kill her and her son. Phillips fired at the woman. she fled and seized an ax, killing his friend. The coroner exonerated Mrs Phillips.
London notes Lipton te aay receiving a winguiscent waver paneh bows Ena Wandane crhaming gift from J Fingier Jon D Cumming 5-H Lara Gibson. Judge Morgan O'Brien and 1 other Americans aboard the Erin during the America's Cup races are mentioned amid reflections on fame and national pride.
Christmas and New Year Holiday Rates via the Santa Fe one third for the round trip. Points within 200 miles of Topek an tickets on sale Dec 25 and 31 and Jan 1, 1903, final unit return.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions city ticket offices and a series of garbled phrases. Key entities are not clear enough to identify people, places, or events. Summarized as a chaotic historical note with no verifiable facts or context.
Miss Abby Ware hosted a large Monday evening dance at Steinbergs to kickoff holiday festivities. The hall glowed with festooning and gold while many guests, including Mr. and Mrs. Greed and numerous local residents, attended the event and enjoyed refreshments and musical numbers. The house party later dissolved as guests returned to their homes.
South Bend December 24 The Tadl aoa Railway company operating electric street car lines in South Bend Elkhart and Goshen and 26 miles of railway issued an order today granting wage increases to motormen conductors and all power station employees paid by the hour The raise is the second in a few years and amounts to about 10000 dollars a year It will take effect January 1
Kenton, D. Dec 4 A gas explosion at Bartholomew’s store killed 15 year old Carl Shields and injured several others. The blast occurred as a plumber searched for a leak with a lighted candle, wrecking the building and destroying several adjacent storefront windows. Loss runs to thousands of dollars.
Detroit dispatch notes General Alger's condition after an operation. Bulletin says he is comfortable with normal temperature and pulse, cheerful and in good spirits. On the second day after surgery his condition is very encouraging and stable.
Rear Admiral Schley and his wife have arrived in New York for the holidays. They plan Christmas with Mr Schley’s family. The message reflects discussions around Adm. Sailor Dyne’s judgment and contrasts with plans for a quiet home Christmas.
In Fergus Falls Minnesota a young man from a sheep ranch went out with his flock during a severe blizzard. Search efforts have continued for days but no trace is found and hope fades. Meanwhile Pacific Hardware and Steel Co. of Trenton announces incorporation with 10 million capital.
Rollin V. Ankeney, Polk county coroner for twelve years, died of pneumonia after a weeklong illness. He served in the Mexican War with an Ohio regiment and in the Civil War as colonel of the 142d Illinois Infantry, later brevetted brigadier general for conspicuous gallantry. Second item notes Warner Sims tried for murder at White Plains. jurors found him not guilty regarding the Mount Vernon Siwanoy Golf Club killings of David A. Scott and Jobin Stevens. club house robbed after the murders.
The treasury department drawn a warrant in favor of Rear Admiral Schley for 3234 dollars as his share of the prize money from destroying the Spanish fleet at Santiago on July 8 1898.
The University of California recommends qualified farmers to lead agricultural stations in the Philippines as part of a transformative effort. The Philippines are seen as a unique field for applying advanced agricultural science and experience. Meanwhile in Pretoria a Boer lager siege is reported as Lt Colen brander’s force captures 60 prisoners near Pietersburg on December 2. The Denver Times launches a beauty contest among local girls with Miss Beasie Wilson of Topeka as a leading candidate from the university in Denver.
An old advertisement promises a fair year’s ration of vegetables for one man and promotes Scott’s Emulsion as tissue building help for those with defective digestion. It invites readers to consult physicians and mentions Route & Bowne in New York.
Ainsleo era notes woes of wheat stocks and corn crop shortages. Farmers face lean yields, small profits, and credit challenges as livestock and dairy sectors struggle to sustain production. calls for policy relief and improved markets rise amid industry strain.
The readable lines hint at a critique of neglect and inefficiency in a cultural department. It mentions Andrew Jackson and Piculture Bu Jen Inte, suggesting a mismanaged or troubled state, with references to farming and possible reforms within an airiment of culture.
A quirky fragment humor piece wanders through a playful exchange on time and delay. It riffs on a Scots or English persona musing about mispronounced phrases and comedic wordplay as it touches on procrastination and daily delays.
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