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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1901
Page
6
A long fragment discusses authorship versus wealth, the press as a creator for the people, and distrust of commercialism. It recalls Booker T. Washington and Theodore Roosevelt era debates, praising high ideals beyond money, and notes committee appointments and educators of national repute amid political discourse.
A fragmented excerpt discusses improving rural education by transporting children to and from homes, establishing central graded schools, and ensuring spiritual support for wedding guests. The text hints at combining farm youth schooling with broader public system goals, amid community debate.
Prof Bailey, replacing Dr Winship who was absent, spoke on mathematics at a State Normal event. He urged letting children reason through problems rather than rigid formula methods and recalled an institute anecdote about a girl wanting “something to look at.” The gathering also supported Colonel Parker’s recovery and education work in Kansas.
Supt W D Ross of Oskaloosa visits teachers to gauge support for the state superintendency amid frequent talk that Supt Rose may seek the position. Ross says he has not decided to run and may not, though many educators urge him to consider candidacy. He notes strong sentiment and a crowded field of potential rivals.
Supt Tess a state university graduate who completed training in 1803 at Effingham then studied two years at Atchisom county tad school and two more at Leavenworth high. He led Valley Falls school as principal before seeking the county superintendent post and winning amid opposition. He plans politics and could influence the Republican state convention if he pursues the nomination.
The twenty fifth annual Kansas State Horticultural Society meeting opens in the state house rooms with Judge Pred Wellhorne as president. Reports on fruit conditions across the state are heard and committees appointed. An exhibit features apples notably red varieties, and papers cover topics from pruning to cross pollination and horticultural methods.
A Yonkers auction fetched a total of $218,000 for a race track property as bidders competed online and in person. The sale highlights strong demand for equestrian assets and related venues with several notable buyers sealed in a rapid closing.
Authorities investigate a cabin fire in the Italian settlement where three men were found dead. One had a head wound, others severely burned. The incident prompts an inquiry into cause and identity.
Deposed judges push quo warranto actions to remove sitting judges in Topeka. Governor Stanley and Attorney General Godard weigh steps while judges Geiger Andrews Lobdell discuss test districts and January court actions to speed a supreme court ruling.
A Washington Christmas gathering at Mrs Cowles residence on N street included Roosevelt family members and friends. After dinner a large group moved to the east room for music and dancing with many couples enjoying a popular tune into the night.
A Canadian Pacific bound passenger express on the Sault Ste Marie line collided with a working train near Webber involving Michigan crew members. Several were killed and many injured though names were mostly unavailable. A Salvation Army Christmas dinner fed two thousand in Peppees. Colby House at New Lothrop burned in Flushing.
Topeka millers report a wheat shortage blamed on cold weather high stock feeds for live stock and Christmas delays. Prices jumped 10 to 12 cents a bushel since December. some mills may close if movement does not quicken though several firms report large on hand stocks and ongoing purchases.
Topeka learns of planned Rock Island engineering changes on January 1. W H Davisson moves to Chicago to replace T W Day as assistant engineer under W E Dauchy. McCall will relocate to Topeka to succeed Davisson. Day, former Topeka resident, faced divorce actions brought by his wife. A second divorce suit filed in Colorado Springs names Mrs Day and Mrs J B Carson as co respondent, alleging cohabitation in Chicago.
In Evansville a Black assailant attacked the wife of John Beck, a shanty boat man, while she cooked dinner. She broke away and hurled a pot of hot soup, scalding the assailant's face. He fled and remains at large.
Three Negroes were killed near Wilmot, Arkansas, during a quarrel over a sale. Martin Davis and Jeff were killed by Arthur Davis, father of Martin, who is in jail. The report is unclear and garbled with stray phrases about a complexion and various fabrics and powders.
Minister Williams of Santiago de Chile announced that Argentina and Chile may settle their disagreement by submitting the bound line to the King's decision after yesterday's protocol. The official report brings great relief to authorities who have worked to avert a South American war and preserve regional prosperity.
Washington reports from General Chaffee in Manila describe a desperate hand to hand encounter six miles south of San Jose Batangas involving Company F of the Twenty first Infantry. Twenty two enemies were killed and Private Carney, of New York, was wounded with bolo cuts to neck and shoulder. A new record price for a seat on the New York Stock Exchange was established today up to that time.
Market report shows May wheat futures buoyed by demand while receipts include two days of contracts. Chicago Livestock Market reports cattle receipts 12,600 head with higher closes for good to prime steers and softer masses for heavies. Kansas City notes similar cattle trends and mixed grain prices including soft oats and firm corn. Local sugar, silver, and cotton prices are mentioned with general market tone.
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