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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1902
Page
5
The State Journal reports on Cuba and Allied diplomacy, noting U S Cuban policy, a potential peace stance, and pending congress considerations. It covers statements on Cuban relations, arming or disarming, and the broader imperial stance shaping wartime discussions.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a discussion of renewal plans and hearings linked to a Mr Jetuenn and Mr Jowne with references to credit, taxation and a proposed bazaar. Names, dates, and specific actions are unclear, but the text indicates formal proceedings, potential exchanges of Christie lutes, and a focus on establishing a financial framework.
A historical discussion on railroad mergers and their impact on pricing power and public welfare. Critics warn mergers concentrate control, threaten rates, and require scrutiny by commissions, with figures like Charles A. Preuty presenting arguments at the American Economic Association gathering.
In a Saturday discussion on consolidation and railroads, critics argued government power limits and insisted transportation costs burden consumers. They debated commission authority, remedies, and the need for a system ensuring freight rates are not oppressive while commerce expands across routes from Chicago to the Atlantic seaboard.
A fragmentary account describes future royal visits to Rome. Early next year the guest list includes the King of Tous and Emperor of Germany expected to stay at the Quirinal and then move to the Vatican. A French reaction and diplomatic movements with the Holy See and Italy are noted amid uncertain timing and reception details.
The report notes a commemoration related to a coronation in India. It references measures against detainees and mentions security actions by military or police. Details are fragmented but indicate a public event tied to the coronation with enforcement activities.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr Fenner's Kidney Cure and Backache remedy with dubious claims of instant healing. It presses readers to contact Stile & Co in Woodlands and to ask for Cook Boule freight, reflecting early 20th century pseudo medical advertising.
Retiring state superintendent Frank Nelson received a long ovation from teachers. O Ay Hemphill proposed a rising tribute, and a fund proposal was set to raise funds for a commemorative watch. Nelson urged stronger, better schools and emphasized moral and religious instruction alongside compulsory attendance and patriotism in education.
Washington December letter details Mrs Julia Dent Grant's will listing numerous bequests of jewels, watches, silver, china and personal furnishings to family members including Julia, Julia Dent, Tram, Nellie, Lizzie, Ulysses, Phante, and others. The document outlines specific items such as pearls, diamonds, a pearl pendant, bracelets, a small seven strand neck chain, a mother’s work basket, and a watch, along with sets of Chinese plates, a fruit casket, and a Mexican silver set. Names and relations include Julia, Julia Dent, Tram, Nellie, Lizzie, Ulysses, Phante, and Jerome B. Chaffet, among others.
Paris notes a elderly Bowle resident, daughter of a late official, cares for spiders as pets. She houses various spiders in a large airy room with necessities, their favorite being diminutive Dink spiders. She performs music to soothe them, playing slowly in minor keys on the harp. Local news mentions holiday rates via Santa Fe and tickets within 200.
In Vienna a young lieutenant clashed with an elderly gentleman on a platform. The man mocked the officer, who drew his saber but was stopped. They argued before the elder surrendered to police. The lieutenant resigned and remained jailed.
The Kansas Midwinter exposition will feature a luminous exterior for the Mission One Auditorium designed by Albert Patten of the Topeka railway company. The plan uses plain white light with an Aurora center display and colored lights to outline the facade, aiming for a stronger visual impact than last year. Brynager Frigham endorses the concept, and a display contract with N. Extremer of Kansas City was finalized for event foods exhibit.
Government forecasts a rough start to the new year with variable weather and rising temperatures. California politics show a contest filed by Julioe Kahn against re-election in the Fourth California district, while a Superior Court ruling trims votes affecting Livernagh’s jurisdiction. A key award at the university emphasizes midwest educational prospects and the nation’s future teachers.
Report of the Teachers Nominating Committee adopts officers. Prof A S Olin State University named president with L Welek as vice president and R Cribb as second vice president. Izeilanooder named third vice president. Auditing committee includes A Thoyeman and J A Ferrell. County superintendents Shawnee and Chautauqua named to posts.
A sizable crowd of teachers toured the Industrial for Boys this afternoon to learn about the institution. A chorus of about forty boys, aged nine to fourteen, sang before the facility. Superintendent Charles arranged a field trip with the Mock Island Railroad, sending a special train from the depot at 9:00 to return at 4:00. Baltimore editorial note on convention summaries and university figures follows.
Dire W. 7 Milter, widow of Wir tumbte dealer, dies after illness at 1235 Topeka Avenue. Funeral services at 2 PM Tuesday from St. Prestrsterlen church with interment in nearby cemetery. Survived by husband and children. service details held at home of her parents 33 Kline Street.
New York December 31 W. C. Senet formerly of Topeka has been appointed first assistant cashier of the National Park Bank. Jones is brother in law of T. I. Pounds. In Topeka he was stenographer for Strickler Daniels & Punta and later served as stenographer to the President of Chase National Bank.
The Young Men's Christian Association hosts a New Year reception tomorrow from 2 to 5 pm as a stag event with directors acting as entertainment committee and members of the association and other young men attending. An afternoon program includes games and coffee served in the coffee room. In the evening, rooms open to both ladies and gentlemen, and the gymnasium boys will present an exhibition with all rooms available for visitors.
Supt. W M Sinclair of El Dorado opposed the teachers lobby during a legislative session. He argued for appealing to individual lawmakers rather than a lobby, while Prof W C Lanedon from Fort Scott opposed the measure as it passed.
Report notes Dayhoff not yet arrived for the crucial Hutchinson gathering. Officials say there is strong interest among attendees in addressing the incoming state enticement, with Dayhoff promising to attend if possible, though not expected for the morning session.
Local report notes Pree Combs colored was arrested last night on a charge of keeping a disorderly house at Madison street. Other items include social guests from St Joseph and Topeka, a prize steer named Wert Laces, and ongoing New Year notices.
The Chicago Chronicle profiles Miss Helen Gould, noting she is among America's wealthiest women and spends little time in leisure. She maintains a strict office routine with three secretaries, dictates most letters, and begins work at 1260 every weekday in Gould House, 46th Street and Fifth Avenue. Gould personally visits key places such as the YMCA, with Miss Altman noting ideas and taking notes.
The Chinese life minister to the United States remarks ping-pong was invented centuries ago for two classes. He recounts a tale of a visit where he declined a game, noting that in China the game originated for people and supplied suitable occupations, a tale relayed by the Chicago Chronicle.
The presidents of denominational schools in the state have met to form a trust. Fourteen leaders headed by Dr. A Swenasim of Bethany College at Lintsborg drafted measures to unify denominational colleges and abolish free church services.
Fragmentary page notes Homer Low coming appointment to Rock Island offices with Chicago links, plus a New York Times social passings, a New York State University banquet, and a Prairie area bank robbery report. The text blends personnel moves, social chatter, and local crime without full coherence.
A vintage ad advises on milk digestion and stomach health, promoting Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as enhancing digestion. It touts the product's benefits for adults and children recovering from illness and for busy professionals, claiming quick stomach relief and improved gastric vigor.
Dr Frances Dickinson argues marriages should include freedom to end agreements via quit claim contracts. She contends couples may separate when needed, rather than binding vows. proponents fear potential divorces while opponents see honesty and mutual respect in relationship contracts.
Chicago based manager Bam Knrpt with A Helbach Captain J Voorhees of New York Petetr Wolf of Hrooklys Shd Ernest Peterson of Chio formed the All-American bowling trio arriving in Shaina Mich en route to support Shaina Wisconsin trip they avoid meeting the rival team Worden Jon and Strong on while a match with Indianapolis nations tournament in February remains a possibility the Americans currently hold a clean slate after forty five games on the tour
In Kansan City Missouri side two men attempted a robbery targeting Jeme Dulin ne, keeper of a star at the city true tent. Dulin ne was fatally wounded while a bystander was wounded. Un, who was driving, fled after being shot. Purpdet presumed robbers.
London reports the death of Edward Weatherby with mention of Ronard Weatherby former secretary of the Jockey Club and publisher. A separate item notes Grace Ww shooting a man at a hen house during a scuffle in an early hour incident. Holiday rail rates advertised for Topeka to Chicago and east of Missouri river with specific fare limits and schedule.
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