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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1901

Page

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Mole Hill Nation Lecture Stirs New York Crowd

Reporter notes Mrs Nation magnified into five mountain peaks as critics demand action. A.D. Rankin deserts Nation to Muscatine amid a failed Lincoln lecture tour. Nation arrives Muscatine Feb 12 to a mixed reception. the meeting ends with dissolution of a partnership among her associates.

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Secretary Stephens Leads Temperance Union Roster

The Hinde Temperance women, led by Secretary Stephens, issue a call for immediate statewide action in Prominent cities including To a, Holton, and more. The movement urges law enforcement, municipal and county support, and a disciplined, riot-free campaign to protect property and advance temperance goals.

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Local Town Suffered Fire Disaster Devastating Losses

In a Nebraskan town the waters depot burned after a loud explosion. Four people died and multiple structures were damaged. Investigators believe local option law unrest may have sparked the incident as a party of residents gathered nearby.

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Massive Fire Destroys Fuschester Turmider Works Plant

A fire in Pittsburg on February 12 gutted nearly the entire Fuschester turmider works of Mathre Ginks Company in Rochester, Pennsylvania. The loss is estimated around 500000 with eight buildings damaged or destroyed and the Peach department plus plow line spared. only insured coverage is expected to meet the damage. The Rochester tumbler facility, with 55,08 tumbler weekly capacity, occupies 15 acres of plant area.

Pittsburg Fuschester Turmider Works Mathre Ginks Company Rochester

Money packages astray in Chicago fraud case

A Chicago bank received a money package mistaken for an order from a New York banking house. The package contained not the 350,000 letter of credit but only 25,000 dollars. The Chicago bank refused to receipt and reported the shortage to New York, triggering telegraphs and calls to resolve the mix up and confirm intended recipients in St. Louis.

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NO RADICAL CHANGE Is Expected on Presbyterian Creed

Dr Herrick John S McCormick seminary speaker says no radical change is anticipated in the Presbyterian creed revival. The committee will meet in Washington tonight to consider a supplementary doctrinal brief and possibly modify predestination to avoid future conflict.

Dx Johnson Herrick John S McCormick Tere Spence Washington Joinson Cress

Frisco Race Track War Escalates amid Betting Dispute

Fragmented OCR text describes a conflict at a California track with owners and eccentric investors confronting intensified clashes. Predicted action includes a halt in payments and a looming decision within weeks. The piece mentions sums around 8 000 dollars and a 29 percent value increase, signaling escalating stakes and tensions.

Greek royals bid fond farewell in London

Fragmentary item from London reports George of Greece starting homeward at 2 this morning with King Edward Duke of Cornwall and Prince Charles among the greeters. Other royals and escorts present, cheers from the crowd, farewell scene at the station, details incomplete.

London George Greece Edwad Duke of Cornwall Prince Charles Denmark Greve Lakatios

Flood of oil in Hartford City shocks Chicago readers

A Tribune special from Hartford City Indiana reports a drastic oil flood causing damage and the news notes severed tanks and ongoing efforts to save the site. Weather forecasts indicate approaching cold fronts with southerly winds and unsettled conditions expected south of the region.

Chicago Tribune Hartford City Ind Derrelk

Green Believes Now Is Time to Revive Prohibition

The article reviews Representative E. F. Green's plan to create state dispensaries under the prohibitory constitution, aiming to undercut illegal joint sales. It describes a proposal to repeal certain measures, establish city and state dispensaries, regulate liquor, set salaries for officers, and enforce sale restrictions while keeping prohibition as the core policy.

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Chaney Bill Would Require Political Affiliation for Primaries

A Senate report favors Senator Chaney's primary election bill. It would require voters at primaries to declare their political affiliation when registering, with ballots checked against party registries. It aims to restrict cross party voting, noting a similar issue in the last primary election.

Chaney Senate Igvor- Bhir Peranes Leavenvoort

Hypnotism Bill Passed and Public Exhibition Probed

A 19th century legislative note reports the hypnotism bill passing amid debate on public safety and medical practice. It cites penalties for unlawful hypnotic or involuntary control and outlines regulatory aims for theaters and public spaces. The article mentions a crackdown on dangerous demonstrations and the need for oversight by state authorities. It also references restricting entry to certain homes and establishments where women or girls work, with fines and imprisonment for violations.

Pike Farnee Indien Atate Historicat Pervatu Robert McCause Dodge City

That Well Alone: Short's Streetcar Tax Bill Killed

A legislative debate ended with the decision to leave street railway assessments as is. Representative Shorts argued the state board could not govern road easements to ensure taxation, noting Kansas City and others faced taxes while current laws limit changes. The measure was dropped to avoid reducing revenues.

Short Bill Wee Hovee Shorts Tee State Board of Railroad Xtate Messire Games End Hong Kansas City

Montana bill backfires in Kansas cattle law clash

Montana lawmakers backed an anti cattle theft measure intended to aid ranchers but Kansas officials and residents find parts of it unworkable. The bill, copied from Montana statutes, clashes with local law and reveals western cattle theft protection aims misfiring outside Montana.

Kansas Montana Karmans Biddle

Salt trust inquiry finds no trust and cites rail rate hikes

The Legislative Committee Bays Freight Rates report finds no salt trust and attributes high prices to railroad rate increases. It endorses appointing a commission to study a local salt plant at Mutebineon, Hee, as feasible and suggests the plant could reduce consumer salt costs.

Ways and Means Wricht Coma Mutebineon Hee

Bills and Bluff Upend Local Election Editorial

A muddled town hall fight over a contested bill last night sparked by a prank on the elections committee. A printer’s error and mislabeling led to a spoof text quoting anti corruption law while officials scrambled to restore order and clarify intent.

Surprised House Panel Passes Anti Cigarette Bill

The article notes that the anti cigarette bill in the House reached committee of the whole, prompting some surprise. It clarifies the measure targets youth access and not the cigarette trust, with motions and procedural steps described in blurred language.

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Sulzer Wins and House Expunges Anonymous Letter

Washington Feb 1 the house expunged from the record an anonymous letter reflecting on Mr Heath after a heated debate led by Mr Sulzer. Knox pressed for expunging the preamble, Sulzer defended his actions and accepted removal of the preamble. The house then moved to the army appropriation bill, with debate on related measures continuing.

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Remington Deaths and Funerals Notice

Death notices record the passing of Mrs Be Tiemeitig, widow of George, with funeral details. The obituary lists surviving relatives and mentions services to be held Wednesday at 2 PM from the Butlerun church. Insurance firms and local entities noted in a separate item reflect business notices in Jefferson City Missouri.

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Breakfast Talks Highlight Frick Schwab In Carnegie Deal Rumor

Reported breakfast at Felland House draws Schwab and Frick into Morgan deal speculation. Frick refuses to discuss terms or comment on the proposal while attention shifts to Pittsburgh real estate. A. Storeland notes changes and connections as he seeks a home purchase and awaits terms.

Schwab Frick Brest New York H. Frick M. Schwinn Dresden Steet Felland House Schwaberould Morgan Mr. Fock Pittebere Anaes Walt Ceewaity Cerer Ure Wacys

Big Bills Stolen From Bank in Kansas City

Five $1,100 bank bills vanished from a Kansas City bank Feb 12. Authorities nationwide alerted to intercept suspects. Reports trace bills to a former bank employee who allegedly passed one in Chicago and swapped for a $1,000 note, with further counterfeit links suspected.

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Sea Witch Burned In Manila Harbor Incident

Advices from Manila dated Yooamys report the American ship Sea Witch burned in the harbor Thursday night, ten crewmen under arrest. Brooklyn and Roosecrans launches towed the burning vessel to water twenty fathoms deep and pumped it full of water. Sea Witch, 1280 tons, 197 feet, 37 feet depth, built at Boston and owned by Edward Lawrence. Fire among the crew linked to their refusal to comply with orders.

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Moving Out As Bars Are Moved Or Stored

Disrupted city scene with bars relocated or secured ahead of unrest. Chief Stahl warns of vigilance groups while Judge Redden and Attorney Richols face inaction. Public safety meetings erupt over temperance aims as bars close, workers lose jobs, and residents debate impending disorder and law enforcement response.

Deed of Trust Bill Introduced In Legislature

The Cobbisun introduced a deed of trust bill authorizing security on real estate for debt payments. It requires a borrower to deliver a deed of trust to secure payment of principal and interest. If payments fail, the trustee may sell the property. Amendments aim to alter dates and revert to prior law, with a vote expected by tomorrow at 3.

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Man arrested for pretending Associated Press rep theft claim

A man who claimed to represent the Associated Press was arrested for theft. He attempted to swindle hotel patrons in Pittsburgh by posing as a reporter and promoting a boxing tournament postponement. Authorities note the incident involved travel by Clark and a staged hotel scene.

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