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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1901
Page
1
The queen’s body departs from the Isle of Wight for its final resting place beside Prince Albert. A grand naval display captivates spectators, unmatched since the Great Jubilee, with somber, majestic scenes recalling the destruction of Cervera’s fleet.
A grand naval spectacle at Cowes and Spithead to honor Royal Jubilee, with multiple battleships and royal yachts in parade formation. Admiral Sir Harry Maitland’s fleet leads, while King Edward and Queen Alexandra watch from Osborne and other royal vessels. Minute guns fire as the line of ships passes, with a ceremonial procession shaping the royal tribute.
A chaotic OCR fragment describes a royal funeral procession with references to royal yachts Victoria and Albert, King Edward, the emperor of Germany, and the Queen's Highlanders. The text mentions guards, pipers, gun carriage, and a somber cortege moving from a gate to a residence, with many garbled phrases and unclear dates or places.
Walter C McAlister George Kerr Wen A Desi and Andrew J Cusabell, convicted assailants of Jennie Bossehieter, were moved from Paterson New Jersey this morning toward Trenton state prison aboard the Susjurhanse railroad. The prisoners were under the guard of the sheriff and deputy.
A Topeka mass meeting is set for Saturday night at the Colored M E Church to address temperance and law enforcement. Mrs Nation plans a public campaign against moral laxity and joint breaking, urging peaceful reform through persuasion and organized action led by Mrs Nation and tempers to enforce the law.
An item of interest to all. the Biks will perform tonight and tomorrow at the Grand Opera House with a promised spectacular sight. The event is billed as unmatched in the house, promising novelty and entertainment beyond prior performances.
The article notes strained seating as advance sales surge. A limited number of dance tickets remain, with $1 a seat added. Organizers plan to add seats for both nights and urge all buyers to collect tickets at Finch & Grubt's store to prevent unauthorized duplication. Standing room likely to become premium.
The report states St Louis officials and World’s Fair Committee members, including Thompson, agreed to sign a 3,000,000 bonding bill. The agreement requires mayoral signature on a certified copy delivered to Washington, aiming to proceed despite time lost waiting for formal wire notification to the executives.
A wreck on the Chicago, St Louis and Kansas City Cass mall line east of Hardin, Colorado injured several unknown passengers after a broken rail derailed the baggage car and two coaches. The Pullman stayed atop the tracks. Conductor Atkinson and staff attended the injured. the delayed Chicago mail due in Denver at 7:20 will arrive later today.
The Womans League of Topeka held its third meeting at the YWCA approving J W Greed for mayor. A three member committee will approach Greed after his New York trip and decide on future campaign steps. The group discussed ward tender reports and nearly all members RSVP’d to vote. Church and auditorium lodging were among the matters noted as plans moved forward.
Fragile, garbled notice reports an explosion in Tacoma causing two deaths and injuries. The message references nearby locations and unsettled weather forecasts, but the details are unclear and names or exact places remain unreadable.
Senator Leidy calls on Republicans to heed Compella signals amid party divisions. The brief item notes political maneuvering and urgency as leaders seek unified stance ahead of upcoming votes.
The Pestana election bill advanced in the senate with amendments from Senators Leidy and McMillan. McMillan argued to defend his amendment restricting two words at the head of tickets, including the word party, to curb hyphenated names and party control. The bill passed at noon by viva voce vote amid party-line divisions.
Railroad attorneys oppose the Miller bill before the Senate Railroad Committee describing the measure as favoring shippers and undermining railroad boards. The committee heard arguments from attorneys for Ball Waseensr J. H Richards BH Loumis and others. Senator Miller and allies urged support while Senators Wright Minauttee backed competing bills. The hearing followed a prior afternoon appearance by Miller before the committee.
James Butler urges Kansas farmers to back a state department to control grain sales and freight payments. He argues a fortified commission department could handle grain consignments, avoid railroads’ control, and reduce trust abuses by buying and selling for producers. Farmers should contact their representatives.
Judge Dennis Madden and Joan Sladen appeared to answer Buck’s fraud claim in a recount for the Lyop Coffex-Chase district judgeship. The court ordered an answer on counts of fraudulent activity and counting irregularities with a hearing date set.
John Frincin, chair of the Ways and Means Committee, introduced a bill to fund Quantrell raid bonds by deferring interest until February 1, 19g1. Lyon representative I. M. Hamer proposed a compulsory education bill forcing truants to attend school or private instruction with penalties and support provisions.
The house judiciary committee returned Hoag's deed of trust bill and Rechnieter's mortgag e bill. The Bowes bills share the same line, Hoag's bill taking the proceeds and forced sale full satisfaction while Remington's bill treats the old law as it existed prior to 1895. The feature of redemption is debated. committee abates the reads up to a point and places the duty upon the parties.
A bill allows railroad workers and commercial travelers voting away from home on election day to cast ballots at any polling place within their state. The act requires an affidavit, mailed to the county clerk, enabling legal voting from their location. The measure, backed by traveling men and railroads, seeks to prevent disenfranchisement and requires official canvass.
A report from Pretoria says General Pretorius has surrendered his forces. He leads about 1000 troops with two guns in Cape Colony. The British are preparing to renew vigorous operations as news of the surrender spreads.
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