05 Feb 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1901
Page
1
A bold raid is described as Hatchet makes her attack at six in the morning. The report emphasizes the timing and unexpected nature of the incident, noting investigations and local reactions shaping the story.
A saloon assault ends with a porter striking the assailant on the head with a hatchet. Undaunted, she resumes her destructive rampage, prompting police and bystanders to intervene as chaos erupts.
Mrs Carrie Nation and a group of followers swept into a Topeka saloon at Kaneas avenue early this morning smashing windows and fixtures with a revolver fired to frighten patrons. The attack left the Bemis saloon wrecked as police intervened, Nation and companions then moved to The Senate where further damage and confrontations with officers occurred before a court appearance was scheduled.
Hamer and allied figures declare readiness as tensions rise in the region, signaling imminent confrontation over a disputed plan. Local groups mobilize and prepare for confrontation in the coming days.
Harris and Speaker Barker favor a joint caucus to advance a measure, with House and Senate members debating amendments to Pestana’s bill and a binding plant revolving fund for state printing. Lawmakers worry over two year limits on appropriations and the fund’s permanence, while Seaton warns the industry could lose protection if the fund lapses.
The house minority loses its two proposed appointees as Ed Keever secures the ousting of PC Thomas and the committee on house employes removes him from payroll. The minority refuses both men and plans to proceed without them.
In the wrid five session the house adjourned after roll call and Journal reading. It honored the memory of an influential late Democrat with adjournment. A bill by H F Mason of Finney would criminalize wanton firearm handling with a 190 dollar fine and up to a year in prison. Fort Hays resolution moved to third reading amid opposition. Senate committees led to the approval of acts including removal provisions.
A fragmented note discusses confinement in the state related to debts and measures to allow safeguard fees and guardians, with committees and administrators included in initial expenses. It references authority under state law and duties of trustees and sureties in safeguarding assets and honoring obligations.
Washington, Feb. 5 The president submitted the following nominations through the Senate. Miles, major general. Samus B.M. new colonel. Adra Chaffee, field officer in charge. various brigadier general and colonel appointments include Arthur U.S. Army, Ryck, Davie, Schwan, Sunner, Wood, Fall, Dinghes, Ranent, Kobbe, Grant, Belt, and other brigadier and major general posts.
Washington cabinet meeting discusses troop numbers in China with a tentative decision to neither augment nor reduce force. safe, comfortable quarters prepared. extra congressional session in doubt with March 4 as possible trigger.
London passengers report Emperor William and King Edward arriving in London by train from Windsor at 3 p m. They drove in an open carriage to Marlborough House, with their suites in attendance. The monarchs received a hearty welcome, showed signs of pleasure, then headed to Port Victoria after lunch for further engagements.
San Francisco Feb 5 Wisconsin battleship constructed at Union Iron Works formally placed in commission Captain Rekter commands for government Marines aboard About 200 marines on board and two weeks to cruise off Mexican coast for drill and target practice Also reports of fires in New Westminster and scattered weather and rail data across several cities including Philadelphia Washington Cincinnati and others with mixed temperatures across the nation.
Police responded to a call as doors were found thrown open and public access was served. Officers secured the area and initiated a safety check, guiding bystanders away from potential hazards and ensuring nearby residents were informed.
Fragmented report describes a wrecked saloon where mirrors were shattered and slot machines ruined after a crowd surged inside. Police raided, four bartenders and several patrons arrested for beer and liquor sales amid a broader sequence of chaotic street scenes and injuries. A fire in Boston and other items follow in a jumbled, era-typical crime-and-disaster roundup.
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