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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1902
Page
4
AP dispatch notes debate over repealing war taxes and removing tariffs on Cuban sugar and tobacco. Commentary on annexation with free trade, tariff reductions proposed by lawmakers, and broader implications for U.S. markets and rail traffic trends reflected in Chicago grain receipts and charity gifts analysis.
The article discusses how advancing civilization expanded human wants and the need for capital, leading to early partnerships. It explains how organization and power arise from cooperation, prompting distrust and the emergence of the law of partnership to curb potential harms from collective enterprise.
A historical reflection traces how partnerships evolved into corporations and the need to balance immense corporate power with legal restraint. It notes eminent domain, public character, and evolving regulatory systems that turned railroads into progress makers, with liberty and republican ideals intact, while hinting at later trust formation.
Washington reports a detailed roll call on the proposal to raise senators salaries. The list includes Xens-Burton Clark Wy,e Kie brough Heat Kearns Todge McLaurin McMillin Killiney Martin Misanell Maney Bot Patterson Pettus Plate Pallonara Proctor Simmons Taliaferro Teller Tiliman sirton.
Beattie Washington February 4 The first mail to arrive from Nome St Michael Cornuel City Rampart City and other northwestern drought stricken points came on the Steamship Dirago this morning Also reports show delayed shipments from Nome November 18 Cornell Dixs November 7 St Michael November 1 Rampart December 17 and Dawson January 13 The winter was mild and a early break up was expected Some destitution noted with hibernating travelers and charity strains Seattle advices mention Rampart and Glen areas with mining finds and a Salvation Army temperance drive led by Booth seeking cooperation with Keeperm
Washington Feb 4 Representative Sochran introduced in the house a resolution inviting the Hon Penl Kruger president of the South African republic to visit the United States as the best of the country at a time convenient for him. Provision for defraying expenses may be appropriated from any funds not otherwise allotted. The debate followed, with several members backing the measure and others offering amendments to the broader guest bill. In the senate, new senator Kean took the oath and routine business proceeded, with discussion on salaries for judges and cabinet positions as a possible area for reform.
A Houston dispatch reports Engle Pass Texas that 84 bodies have been recovered and 16 miners are barely alive after a collapse at the Hondo mines. Search halted by stench. disinfectants arrive as workers remain trapped and appeal from families echoes through the shaft.
The Kansas department council of administration, called by J B Remington, will meet next Friday to act on Martin Norton’s resignation as department commander. Fraternity books will be audited to verify November 20 checks. if correct, the nomination may pass without delay. The Beett state encampment date may also be set at this meeting.
A city feature praises popular methods and publicizes several claims from readers. A representative relays a personal interview asserting truth of the report about Torrence vs East Sixth, and endorses Dean's Kidney Pills with a testimonial of relief from back pain and kidney troubles. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster-Milburn Co. is sole U S agents. Remember name Dean's.
The inception committee led by Geo. F. Milton will greet Admiral and Mrs. Schley in Knoxville. A battalion of the Sixth regiment will escort them from the depot to the Teperial hotel for formal ceremonies tomorrow.
Brigham secretary manager calls the Midwinter exposition board to meet Wednesday at 9:30 in Commercial club rooms. Final expense reports and receipts will be audited and the profit of the ten day run to be determined. Brigham notes an estimated profit around 1500 dollars.
Mayor Parker appointed J H Stafford to be engineer at the city building replacing M B Younkin. Stafford is an experienced engineer who previously oversaw Harrison Street pumping station engines when the water company ran that plant and comes with endorsements from water company manager Jesse Shaw.
February 4 Illinois Central passenger train collided with a freight at Alworth six miles west of Rockford. One fireman Joseph Whith of Freeport killed. Injured engineer Albert Walker of Freeport severely hurt, passenger head boat, condition serious. Freight crew member PT Mitchel of Freeport seriously injured.
Ticket sales show about 800 remaining for the Innes concert at the Auditorium. Early sales promised a large audience as Bandmaster anticipates a strong turnout despite a misprint in times. Doors open at 7:30 with the concert starting at 8 o'clock.
From Chicago comes F L Bogue to assume duties in the general manager's office with Santa Fe. He will handle general duties as the company expands its managerial staff. Bogue has worked with Kendrick in Chicago and will arrive in a few days to begin.
Jefferson City Mo February 4 The Missouri Supreme Court today imposed death sentences on three criminals Tamer Jackson Henry Pletcher and General Armstrong Cited crimes include murder for the Kotl killing and a McKinley related motive The ruling marks the first death sentence under this crime in the state with executions set for March 14 in Kansas City St Louis and Platte County respectively.
Atlantic City reports the British steamship Cloverdale remains stranded with wrecking tugs unable to flowt her cargo of 7 01 tons. The ship shows no damage, new vessel may ride out the gale once cargo is lightered. Edith L Allen of Fath Me ran aground near Cloverdale, leaking and in bad shape, feared to become a wreck. Savers theorize the schooner Branded Claverdale with tac may have beached to anchor the other vessel.
Fire swept through the Priew general merchandise store in Alma Kansas last night destroying the store and all stock. The loss is about 16000 dollars with only partial insurance. Firefighters prevented the fire from spreading to nearby buildings.
Fire at the old Bethany buildings near Ninth Street and Topeka Avenue damaged the roof and garret. Canon Maurice Bywater occupied the north end. fire caused several thousand dollars in damage with insurance covering about half. Ecclesiastical library and valuables were soaked. another nearby frame house at 13 Monroe also caught fire, but with trifling loss.
An unconfirmed Journal and American report claims a Harlem branch official fled with funds between 20000 and 40000 dollars. The report says the official was arrested in Chicago while the bank president denies any statement. The report remains unverified.
A bold advert promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a universal remedy for kidney liver bladder and blood diseases. It urges readers to test their urine for signs of illness then request a free trial bottle and medical guidance from Rochester based Warner Safe Cure Co.
W. J. Burns of 1424 Logan street died at his door near midnight. He had attended the Knights of Pythias lodge and returned home, where he collapsed without a word as his wife opened the door. Death attributed to heart failure. no inquest. Age given as unknown.
Washington February 4 The cabinet meeting discussed several prospective appointments. This was the first meeting with Mr Shaw as secretary of the treasury and he expressed himself favorably impressed by the harmony and good feeling among the president's advisers.
Dawson reports permanent wireless communication between Valder and Fagle City to be completed by July. Captain Burnell, who left Valdes early last month, estimates the line wired within six months. Twelve U S signal corps men from Vancouver Barracks are aiding, with about 100 horses and 250 tons of baggage for the expedition under Burnell. Wires extend 26 miles beyond Copper Center as booms grow in Valdes. Travel between White Horse and Dawson remains heavy with a daily stage line. Coal outputs from new mines expected to reach 1,500 tons in spring. Five Winger near Bere vein is four to five feet. A Koyukuk season output is listed at 17,000. Major Primrose of the Northwest Mounted Police, recently east on leave, has resigned and accepted a new commission. he has joined the contingent to South Africa.
San Francisco reports Lillian Nordica's improved but fragile condition after a shock from a recent train wreck, preventing visitors and forcing postponement of tonight's concert in this city and tomorrow's in Oakland.
An explosion at the Carberite manufacturing plant in Ardmore Maryland killed Superintendent Richard J. Martha and injured several workers. Navy officials traveled from Washington to assess the cause and extent of damage as details remain unclear. The blast occurred in the olive glycerine house, near the district boundary.
Secretary Samuel Radges of the Fon ter Humane Society targets A. J. Luke Agale over alleged neglect of a herd on a small West Sidth avenue ranch. Convicted in Cleveland and appealing, Radges reports extreme weather may have affected feeding. Sheriff sends officials to pursue formal action. the matter remains unresolved as officials coordinate.
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