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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1902

Page

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Schooner Burned Off Delaware Shore Fire Rages in Night

Delighted lifeboat crews battled high winds and ice to reach a two masted schooner ablaze near Cape May. Despite efforts from Sommiers N Stith and Juno Yehich Jett, rescue attempts failed, leaving the captain and crew unaccounted as the hull burned toward the shore.

Delaware Del Sommiers N. Stith Juno Yehich Jett Lret Mleht Cape May Mar Hila Gaig N. J Ascot Lance Bmck Argiesen Cape Point Clemerts Pethol Delaware Bay Roseman Wien Thames Tos

Lipton Admits It In Cup Challenger Test

The article discusses the upcoming America's Cup challenge involving Shamrock III and an American skipper. It notes Melly’s position and the test against Sharrock, with references to prior Cup seasons and implications for American entrants.

EO Melly Warpton Columbia Shamrock Ik Thomas

Fragmented Overseas Dispatch on Serom and Monaco Explorations

A muddled telegraph from London and Monaco reports brief notes on Serom occupation events and Monaco advisory flights. It mentions Miss Biles and a sergeant, with fragments suggesting resumed activity and a third trip by an unnamed explorer amid clear weather conditions.

Kelly 185 Back at Miami County Committee Meeting

Assistant state treasurer T. T. Kelly urged county commissioners to probe charges amid divisions between Kelly and Major Remington over whether to hold one or two conventions. The meeting saw a split on electing delegates and state convention strategy.

T. T. Kelly Ie Leck Pao Miami County Remblkcan Remington Kelly Terntrustun Helly

Roosevelt Boy Improves Amid Pleural Pneumonia Fears

Crisis passes as President Roosevelt’s son shows improved signs after pleurisy develops in a pneumonia case. Doctors report better respiration and temperature, though pleuro-pneumonia remains possible. Secretay Cortelyou confirms steady monitoring and hopeful outlook while officials discuss ongoing care at Groton infirmary.

Groton Cortelyau Cortelyou Mia Rossevell Mithicnt Wm A. Gerdmer Lambert New York Prince Henry

Incomplete Groton Update on Secretary Cortelyou Health

Groton Massachusetts February 1 at 1 oclock Secretary Cortelyou issued a brief bulletin saying the outlook is less favorable than this morning. The patient is not expected to improve tonight or tomorrow morning as he was previously anticipated.

Groton Mass Cortelyou

German Prussian loan subscribers see weak health bulletin

Feb 1 subscribers to the new German and Prussian loans show weakness as a health bulletin from Clandehoye reports Lewd Datterin growing weaker. The bulletin notes continued decline and reduced strength in the affected party.

Bertin

Doster Abandons Active Policy Role in Populist Link

Kansas judge Doster outlines views on Populist and Democratic cooperation without abandoning his party. He favors public ownership of services, direct legislation, tariff balance, and selective cross-endorsement while rejecting a full party merger. He notes trust issues and currency questions as settled but harmful to reopens. Spokane report adds unrelated local crime note from Washington.

Doster People's Party Democrats Dange Doster Nespaper Esworth State Journal Custer Supreme Court Tever Supreme Bench of Kansas Dester Judge Doster Peoples Party Tele Uke Wiew Democratic Party Berozne Temocruis Aereelint Enon Porisiar Roosevelt Fee Tam

Pass Before King Edward at Royal Levee in St James

The new monarch’s first levee drew a vast crowd at St James Palace with King Ranard in field marshal uniform. Diplomats, cabinet ministers, and naval officers attended as ambassadors and attaches moved before him in order of precedence. A notable change saw attendees kiss the king’s hand palm down, while many guests bowed.

Lomion Ting Raward St James Pmlc Nove Prince of Wales Duke of Conmausht Marlboroughbowee Tfe Cuatin Otber Royal Familly Messrs Allison Armour Chicago Charles Gilton Boston Ranard Queen Victoria Hinself

Prince Henry of Prussia to Sail for United States

Prince Henry of Prussia plans a Saturday departure for the United States despite uncertainty over President Roosevelt's son's illness. He had wished to delay or cancel but was advised to proceed. messages from Emperor William and the prince conveyed sympathy and concern for the president's son.

Berlin Prince Henry Prussia United States Roosevelt Associated Press Schloss

Kay's Suit of Clothes in Kay Murder Case

The missing suit of clothes possibly linked to James Kay’s alleged murder of his wife is discussed by his father and defense. Kay plans to plead not guilty, while his attorneys seek a continuance as Kay remains confined and able to sit up only briefly. A man who had arranged home furnishings for Kay was also encountered, but offered no comment.

James Kay Kay Wi Dalter Carl Lawson Taweon

Cattlemen Meet Opens in Wichita With Welcome Address

Wichita Fed and the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association opened a three day pension session this morning. Jerry Simust delivered the welcome on behalf of the city. A. G. Cunningham of Woodward replied. Only one business session was held with activities at the stockyards in the afternoon.

Wichita

Senate backs reversal of inauguration date change

Washington February 11 Senate approves a joint resolution to move inaugurations to the last Thursday in April at noon and to start Congress then as well. Teller completes his Philippine tariff speech arguing against U S control of the islands and questions its profits and ethics. House resumes routine business with oleomargarine bill debate and pension bill conference.

Washington Senate Hoar United States Congmar Congress Goour Gainesville Tex Piedras Neat Cal Dorothea Lind Dix Hampden Francis Tuttle Revenue Cutter Service J. A. Jarvis Samuel J. Culve Point Barrow Arctic Ocean Teller Philippine Islands Philippines HOUSE

McKinley memorial fund receives state school donations

County superintendents report amputation raised funds from country schools to Gov. Stanley for the McKinley memorial. Sumner county led with 977.41, totaling over 1.50 per student as remittances come from many counties and districts across Kansas.

Coy Stanley Matt Sarmner Fort Hor Witwin ONOWR Sumner County Barton County Realtor Weel McPheraen Joni Phiny Allen County Norton County Csveis Chautaugue TS Lay Gove County Neodeshn Humboldt Gaylord Winfield Halley's Riley County Shawnee County Abe Cherokee County Nese Vsv Recnienie Ak Grey i Wulshurs Ca Turion Atehivon o.Chesicpsui ANP Faker University Baldwin - 40 Panoines Cnanas Hatta Abies sNatheres Eeeip Leavenworth Ws -Courey

Six Day Walking Race Sees Injuries Shake Competitors

New York February first report on the six day walking match notes swollen knees sore ankles and upset stomachs forcing many to drop out. On day two twenty six teams remain led by Usim ahead of the field as old timers fall back and younger walkers close in. The Hurst brothers drop to eighteenth as the leaders push on through early morning hours.

New York Supermer Ing Usim Heedman Cavanaush Hax Hurst Brothers

Question on legality of over certified checks at City Savings

Detrait Feb 11 The vital question for City Savings depositors is whether 682.00 in over certified checks signed by Cashier H R Andrews when funds were absent are legal or illegal. If illegal, deposits may be fully repaid. if legal, 75 percent recovery is expected. President F C Pingree believes legality likely and notes the bank has restated assets but over certified checks were ignored. Andrews has not turned over securities taken from other banks, and their whereabouts are unknown. Andrews is reportedly seriously affected by nervous prostration.

City Savings Bank H. R. Andrews F. R. Andrews Trust Company Andrews F.C. Andrews F.C. Pingree City Bank Ro An Drews

Taft in New York A Family Affair Visit

Governor Taft arrives from Washington for a family reunion in New York. He mentions possible medical care and an operation after testimony on the Philippine situation. Taft discusses native education plans, Yale involvement, and aims to return to the islands by May 1 with a departure on April 1.

New York Taft Philtorthes Washington Schurman Yale Hadley NewsHaven Atkinson Eta Muntry

Train Strikes Handcar Killing Two In Wisconsin

A strike on the St Croix bridge in Hudson Wisconsin killed Andrew Swansen and August Johnson instantly while injuring Fred Carlsen and Charles Johnson as a snow storm hindered repairs. A westbound freight then collided with the River Falls passenger on the bridge’s first span, derailing engines and injuring passengers. Coroners investigated the scene as crews worked to clear the damaged bridge. Temperature notes from Chicago list frigid readings across major cities.

Weithin

Supreme Court Justice May Resign If Fatigue Persists

Associate Justice may step down as fatigue described as a factor in long contemplated move. Decision hinges on health and service needs, with no final timetable announced. The report notes prior discussions within the court about a potential retirement.

Associate Justice Shiras May Resign For Private Practice

Washington February 11 Associate Justice Shiras of the Supreme Court is reported to consider resigning to return to the practice of law in Pittsburgh His wife Mrs Shirase urged him to defer the resignation arguing the routine and grind of the court leaves him unpleasing The justice enjoys leisure when not writing opinions but finds circuit court duties in Delaware Pennsylvania and New Jersey exacting and onerous He has not been convinced that social life on the court justifies the sacrifices required for the role

Washington Jusce Shiras Supreme Court Jumboe Shiras Pitsburg Mra. Shirase Delaware Pennsylvania New Jersey Shiras Simaetf

Commercial club to consider McKenney Gaselle plant bid

Commercial club members will hear a proposal from the McKenny-Gaselle company of Baltimore to build a sewing machine factory in Topeka. Major T. J. Anderson, secretary, has been in correspondence with the eastern firm, awaiting local capital backing to unite for the plant’s construction.

Commercial Clat McKremay-Gaselle Company Baltimore Topeka T. J. Anderson Commercial Club McKenny-Griselis Company Loual Capitalians Sewt

Weather forecast by Cider Smith and bureaus

Cider Smith announced a forecast of generally fair weather today with possible rain later. Weather bureaus send out a forecast of partly cloudy skies tonight through Wednesday with warmer temperatures and drying conditions into February, temperature around 14. The report notes unreliable clock readings and steady southerly winds.

Mabel Hannay to marry Harry A Parsons in Washington

Washington report says Mabel Hannay oldest daughter of Senator Hannay and Mrs Hannay is engaged to Harry A Parsons of Cleveland. The engagement is public but wedding date not yet fixed. Hannay family has been active in Washington society. Parsons is a rising political figure tied to the Republican National Committee.

Daughose Harry A Parsons Washington Mike Mabel Hannay Artie Harry A Parsons Cleve Ianna Cleveland Pheemutri Ruch Mr. Parsons Republican National Committee Hagia Chattman

State Officers Inspect Iron Works Staircase in Topeka

State Auditor Cole Secretary of State Clark and Attorney General Godard made a long trip from Topeka to Minneapolis to inspect the new Iron Works staircase project. They spent several hours in Minneapolis examining casting progress and copper plating for electric grohe railing and stairways, with completion expected by March 2. In a separate report a mine explosion at Mine No 2 near Honale injured over 100 workers, with about 260 employed and most expected to recover as rescuers removed coal and stabilized the scene.

Cole Clark Godard Minneapolle Honale

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