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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1901
Page
6
Fragments describe heavy snow in the area with stray phrases about wind and heaters failing. The garbled text mentions icy conditions and a forecast that prompted public notices, but the exact details are unclear.
The district court records note increasing divorce proceedings. Mary Matteson sues J B Starte son for abandonment and separation. Lissie Joes seeks separation from John Jones over alleged cruelty. Nathan W Busby petitions for relief due to alleged abandonment, reflecting a surge in divorce actions.
The Kansas Loyal Legion held a gathering in Topeka to reminisce about past events and plan banquets. Major Tom Anderson presided and led a formal program as the group met in a city venue with attendees from local chapters.
Witty colt wave to Barometer and heavy rains spread from California to Newton and Dodge City. Temperatures near 16 inches of snow fall and winds blowing, with misty data at Chamite and Las Vegas. Projections show continued snow and cloud cover, with regional rainfall and cool days across multiple towns and states.
The article highlights the key figures behind the Teen Friends group, noting the most prominent members and the roles of the founding team. It emphasizes the contributions of the founders and how their leadership shaped the early activities and direction of the organization.
A grain grower photographs a crate labeled Wheat Harvest sealed for transport. The image shows bundled sheaves, a rural backdrop, and a wooden crate marked with farm branding.
County officers press lawmakers as a two week push for increased pay reaches committees. Sheriffs argue their needs are just and right amid resistance from officials wanting to curb or reallocate fees. Public health quarantine measures are cited as Senate action accelerates.
Senator Noftager's measure speeds a health bill granting power to quarantine contagious cases by local ordinance. It requires physicians to report suspected cases and marks them with an epidemic card. Public and private gatherings, churches, and other venues would be closed under the act.
Questies Is Again Before the Legislature with two railroad titling proposals. One seeks an impartial service to the people, restricting officers from transportation conflicts. The other envisions a state railway auditor to ensure publicity of conduct and assets, with a proposed salary up to 32,000 per year.
A fragmented note suggests a plan to create a commission to draft a tax bill. It mentions assessors and taxation defects, and indicates opposition and potential meetings in March. The text is garbled but centers on tax reform and legal action.
Fragmentary text suggests a club or group challenges public funding or aid, arguing against a proposed measure. The fragment mentions the people of the state and a stance against granting funds, with unclear specifics about who dies or what action follows.
A new wireless telegraphy system developed by the Weather Bureau is tested in Washington and Potomac River, claiming ability to signal ships at sea with dots and dashes. Officials say progress shows promise but not yet ready for routine coastal use due to interference and obstacles.
A fragmented OCR passage hints at dramatic developments surrounding a company named The Tall ister and an adaptation related to a figure named Havel. The text references a peculiar type known in his favor, but specifics are unclear.
The fourth day of the hearing on the application against the Jeffries Hubisn contest on the eighteenth was revived today. Madden and others from the training quarters attended. participants Dietert and German ripers were not admitted to evidence. Papers show German societies protesting obstruction to the emergency to aid the Schengers fleet and to prevent sending Tallitin to stop the fight. Dr. Muscroft, a police surgeon, testified he treated about forty fights in Cincinnati and saw no brutality.
General snowstorm hits St Joe Wichita and Kansas City areas. Snow exceeds seven inches at peak with noon totals. Wheat fields report about a foot of snow across southern Kansas towns. Weather disrupts travel as system lingers over the region.
A four year old farmer boy was approached by a stranger on a Maumee Valley cat wagon while traveling to town. The man demanded money and robbed the boy of change, striking him in the jaw. The assailant then fled up a set of stairs, leaving the frightened child in fear. Police seek the suspect identified as a confidence man known locally.
A garbled note from Madrid mentions the Custers lineage linked to Prince Cheries of Bourbom and a royal marriage prospect with the Asturian Ts. It also references a concert by the Ortummrs Male Quartet at the High Abou and a grocers’ Wheat Milling recommendation at the Union Lecture.
Fragmented OCR mentions Seabiasen from first page, locations Wichita and Leavenworth, joints smashed and deters of the Ike, a figure named George Moore, and references to law effects and a dispute with a man called tae. Details are unclear, with quotes and garbled phrasing.
A fragmentary item reports the Ladies Missionary Society adopting resolutions praising Mrs Nation for efforts to reform Topeka city traffic. It mentions a hatchet incident, a Mrs Creal obtaining a bottle used as a weapon, and a husband jailed at the time.
Police custody holds two women linked to a Tacoma crime ring that targeted businesses. Confessions detail a scheme involving thefts and large sums. Names tied to the case include Ghebiee Wilsons and associates, with investigations continuing.
In Washington, Wu Ting-fang, Chinese minister, declined an invitation to dinner with General Otis. He commended Otis as a commander but faulted his exclusion of Chinese guests, saying the incident did harm Chinese Americans and noting his high personal esteem for Otis.
From the Washington Star a tale of a one year old Massachusetts Avenue boy rich in Civil War and Mexican War lineage. The fragment recalls family pride, precautionary tales, and the child’s imagined guardians as bedtime stories fade into a dreamlike, sentimental vignette.
A couple, the Duckts, fall ill after a wine dinner with Rev. Prebylus. Both die in rapid succession. arsenic suspected as wine contamination. The city coroner and Yale chemist Smith conduct tests on the wine and remnants of the dinner. autopsy planned, no arrests yet.
Fragmentary OCR text references a health product said to be life saving and linked to Consaray Hom. Names like Poets Brauchi Ha and Colts Bay Fever appear with shaky spellings. A store in the piece mentions health food.
In Topeka and Chicago reports, Wheat prices fell while cattle values showed strength. Market observers note lower wheat by 4d and improved cattle activity with bids steady in northern markets.
Truly Wheatling reports a weak opening for wheat with price declines across May futures and mixed activity in corn. Traders note pressure from export markets, short covering, and fund liquidity, while livestock futures hold modest gains as markets attempt a cautious rally.
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