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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1902
Page
1
The movement's headquarters call for higher crop prices and fair transport, with a national society and local branches. It urges education in science and cooperation, listing leaders and noting plans to expand markets, improve storage, and support farming communities nationwide.
Norfolk December 24 Two men were killed in a boiler explosion aboard the Tow boat Tissie Mawes on the southern branch of the Elizabeth River. Names reported include engineer Samuel Bonn and others, with a rising tide of water hindering rescue efforts and shore workers responding.
Miss Ellen Eiteiwetn, debuting as a leading young woman, attends social events with family in Miluan town. Notable attendees include officers and civilians while Washington coverage notes President Roosevelt, Mrs. Roosevelt, and theater performances. Weather forecast predicts partly cloudy conditions with light winds.
An indictment was filed against the pistetater at Neruda but denied. The attorney for the Belloni appeared before the court and the judge asked the wipers to review all papers before issuing a decision. Judge Whilles noted the need for full investigation by the government before action.
Washington reports a dramatic victory by Jamen J. HHL, president of the Great Northern, as rival rail and steamship interests contend over a six month contract for transporting troops and military supplies from Seattle to Manila. Secretary Moot’s stance shocks readers while southern lines and the Atchison Pacific groups push to block the deal.
A railroad hospital in Albuquerque withers in a rapid blaze from an unknown source. The fire gut the building, killing one patient and injuring others in panic and smoke. Firefighters made a desperate effort to save the new wing, but furniture and equipment were lost while the structure burned.
The Cardinal distributes Christmas greetings worldwide, sending 24 cards and letters to Catholic monarchs and rulers including Austria's emperor, Portugal's king and queen, Belgium's king, Saxony's ruler, and the prince regent of Prussia. He notes the custom follows Catholic tradition, with a personal note from the pope’s realm.
In Benton Harbor Michigan a chaotic report references Morten of Graham Morton and a fleet seized by an unnamed company. An accident in Springville December 21 details Prof Fourney of Stace University fatally struck by a stray weapon while seated. he is connected to Major General John Fourney of the Confederate army. Navy plans note Admirals Crowns and Lutsner returning to prior stations after Caribbean operations. A fragment mentions gold for South America and rain exchange.
The text reports Revolutionary forces planning a three division march on Caracas while German and British blockading fleets face criticism for not closing the port of Puerto Cabello. It notes Red D liner Curacuan barred from entry, cargo landing at Willemstad, and proposals for Roosevelt to arbitrate the Venezuelan dispute. Caracas and La Guaira see movements as rebels and government clash.
The article discusses the United States potential advantage in having the president decide on a dispute involving the German steamer Bidoria traveling from Hamburg to Venezuela. It notes the arbitration proposal to submit to The Hague and the possible involvement of President Roosevelt in the decision, with mentions of Venezuela and international counsel.
A summons orders Pierpont Mor man to appear in district municipal court to answer a suit for $24 damages. The claimant tenant alleges his Route home owned by Ma Boren caused a severe cold due to lack of ventilation, and seeks compensation from the defendant.
Denver authorities affirmed A. Cooper, Republican, as the district representative in the disputed San Juan race. House balance would be 24 Republicans and 41 Democrats in the chamber, with Republicans aiming to unseat 15 Democratic members on fraud grounds to push a joint-ballot majority. The plan could trigger a clash between the house and senate, potentially blocking U S Senator election.
About half the Radcliffe girls wore men’s clothes for the operetta An Island of Days in Cambridge and Horton. Rebecca Hooper, a New York graduate, appeared as the star amid witty crowd scenes and a mayor of Spotless Town tableau.
Notices posted in Connslevite coke regions announce a 20,090 Eck Coke Company workforce will receive a voluntary 8 percent wage advance starting January. The increase, aimed at miners coke workers and laborers, will raise total wages by 1.6 million dollars next year, maintaining the highest wages for this labor in the United States. The Prick Core company operates as a subsidiary of United States Steel.
A lawsuit from Des Moines Louisiana on December 4 alleges the firm Pettie and Hurbach undertakers and Laimers failed to defend Sam Gasman against Escapor and Horner Waieford. The defendants allegedly unlawfully created a will and deed naming John Aller as sole heir of Jenn Allen, with disputed claims over the grave and burial rights and the heirs’ entitlement.
Miss Helen Gould faced ongoing coal shortages at Irvington when barges tied up at Ludlow dock and delivery to Gould’s country home resumed by teams. Yonkers dealers faced accusations of selling coal meant for Yonkers outside, prompting inquiries at M J Hya. Separate from Missouri dispatch notes Mrs Dockery’s health as governor’s wife rests easier after heart trouble and medical care.
Governor Stanley last evening gave a state dinner for the incoming officials and a few friends. Guests included W. J. Bailey governor elect J B R Burrow secretary of state elect C C Coleman attorney general elect T T Kelly state treasurer elect and others. The event featured arm in arm exit of Curtis and Long and Stanley’s blessing at the table.
Opaque dispatches show Copeland nearly empty with government officials gone to their homes. Residents report a quiet day with little news as Governor Habey and secretary J. Boru linger in the state house before plans for tomorrow.
The government forecaster predicts a cold Christmas with a possible white Christmas for some regions. Nordic winds drive frost across the northwest with speeds near 16 miles per hour while readings drop from Calgary to Winnipes by several degrees below zero. Partly cloudy tonight and possible flurries Thursday accompany falling temperatures through the day.
Berlin reports from Dresden claim King George of Saxony sent police to Geneva to monitor the fugitive Crown Princess Taule. An official retired via Vienna, others proceed to Geneva. a divorce is deemed impossible during the king’s life due to religious scruples, though Protestant clergy hope Berlin will push for a divorce.
Jefferson City Missouri court rules the Weltmer school of magnetic healing of Nevada Missouri is not legitimate and the community lacks protection under the law. The decision states no conflict with a US Supreme Court ruling since the federal court reviewed the case on a demurrer while this court had full evidence.
A fragmented dispatch details a deadly quarrel in Cordell and a range of incidents. In Des Moines Des Moines a town editor and a townsite promoter are named, while a factory strike halts freight traffic and a chimney fire concerns residents. The Des Moines report notes a child death from an accidental kitchen stove incident. In New York Sharkey receives a ten year prison sentence for manslaughter connected to a banker killing. A Crookston Minnesota shooting reportedly results from a domestic dispute, with the victim’s condition uncertain.
State Auditor Cole proposes sweeping cuts and reorganization including reducing district court stenographers pay from 900 to 60 a year and abolishing an assistant attorney general post. He urges trimming state house staff, reclassifying bank examiners, and consolidating boards with set salaries to balance funds and fund bond payments.
Mills store advertises a late night sale from seven to eleven with many items at lower prices. Men and women’s handkerchiefs neckwear knitted shawls scarves fascinators ruffs sofa pillows silk patterns gloves hosiery eiderdown comforts and hundreds more for latecomers. Give us a call this evening.
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