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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1901
Page
6
Fragmented OCR notes describe friction between Paris and Pekin amid proposals and military movement. Mentions a Pekin to Pao Ting Fu railway opening, speculation on French troops penetrating Sha Hsi and inquiries into Allied actions, with casualties and political maneuvers noted.
Fragmentary text on penalties for violators of local prohibition provisions. Mentions fines up to 100 dollars, costs, and possible imprisonment for offenses within county law. References sales outside the state and exemptions for certain sales. No clear full names or dates due to damaged OCR.
A proposed bill by Senator Crow outlines future changes in Linn County charter and printing duties. It calls for a new county printer election, a ten percent fee on corporate capital above 100000, and a twenty percent rate on larger corporations. The measure also assigns compensation to the local register and notes guards for guardians in wards.
An anti trust measure advances with a 67 to 4 vote, as lawmakers discuss relief for afflicted workers and elevator and railroad interests. Senator White supports two yearly elections and a conference on amendments heads back to the senate for final action.
A fragmented notice outlines multiple bills and county measures including salary changes for county officers in Coffey County, a Peterson proposal to establish a board of tax commissioners, and requirements for county treasurers to be titled in the records. It references state print actions and a Siroth case about juvenile rights and court procedures in March.
Anderson county officials vote to construct a bridge over the North Fork of Potuawstomle Creek subject to standard approvals and funding terms. The move aims to improve local transportation and access for surrounding communities.
The following petitions were presented in the Senate on Monday afternoon. The record notes efforts to modify language or concepts, with discussions about proposed changes and the implications for governing text and policy.
A fragmentary report notes Binke Bakes a touchdown during the first night session. Representative Kiskel, assigned to the Retocant seat, is mentioned amidst unclear wording about who attended and the event’s context.
The Kansas House expressed sympathy by rising vote for Maj. J. B. Remington of Miami County after the death of his daughter Gertha Remington, a student at Washburn College. The memorial was introduced by Representative Koi Rees.
The House hearing on the Great Oleomargarine bill faces sharp questions about labeling and color, with Senators including Helidot and Money weighing the dairy and bread implications. A dairyman speaker prompts debate on bread color and consumer perception.
A fragment from a Chicago News piece portrays Antoinette entangled with a jealous beau. He seeks quiet attention, she resists engagement, and tension rises over a ring and impending consequences amid melodramatic dialogue.
The Osawkie and Topeka rail tale, grain movement from Pretty Prairie, and local civic notes mark a busy Kansas community. Jacob Mese’s birthday party, Rochester Literary Society updates, and a ward council candidate petition highlight social and political life amid train delays and market activity.
Chicago pupils rebel as the principal refused to grant Lincoln’s birthday holiday. Amid citywide closings, a grand memorial gathering occurred at the G A R Memorial Hall with addresses by local figures and Grand Army posts. Some seniors urged a holiday, but the principal’s insistence led to a partial observance and many students left the grounds after the offer to join a later event.
In the lower house at Vienna on February 22 the Archduke Ferdinand’s declaration regarding the succession was read. Deputies rose, and left the chamber while their spokesman denounced the move, as Archduke and wife appeared with a bowed head amid the uproar.
Key testimony centers on a confession pattern and memory questions as Hamilton and others describe the fatal event. Witnesses recall a large knife, a scuffle, and pressure to speak, with jurors hearing differing recollections and the court adjourning to allow the defense time to prepare.
A February Pittsburg afternoon paper reports a dispute over final arrangements in the Parnesie deal. It notes positions held by Mr Prick and Mr Erick with Pierpont Stor Atv Morgan and A. W. Mellon involved, with unnamed others cited in the alleged coven and intrigue.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a meeting with disjointed phrases about officials including a secretary and postmaster general, a city absence, and a Madrid reference dated February 12, mentioning Don Ramon as a philosopher. Content is garbled with no coherent event or outcome.
A stream of testimonials from varied locations claim relief from grip and nervous complaints after using Dr Miles' Nervine, Pain Pills and Liver Pills. Patients describe fast relief, restored sleep, and renewed strength after months of illness.
A secret party meeting named Chas F Spencer as a candidate with Frank Foster and A Li as nominee backers. A 30 member committee was formed to advocate Spencer and he accepted despite no opposition to law and order rivals. Spencer is linked to temperance circles and other aspirants may run in the Republican primary.
A new textbook bill introduced in the House by Rep Dooley of Montgomery prompts discussion among county superintendents and Montgomery principals. The measure would let districts select books from state supplied lists or vote against adoption, risking a clash with state text book commissions and potential calls for state uniformity or local control. Proposals include adopting certain readings, restricting alien arrivals, and civil action bond requirements.
A motion was filed in the United States Circuit Court here for the release of Ober Appeal of his habeas corpus case in the Supreme Court of the United States. The timing could allow Carter to complete his sentence before the corpus proceedings grant relief. Reported the prison may present bond up to 100000 to proceed.
The report notes near zero temperatures with a rise to warmer weather by Wednesday. A brief forecast mentions fair tonight and Wednesday, with warmer conditions midweek. Police charged a person in Topeka with a crime, according to district reports.
Fragmentary notice from St Paul Minnesota dated February 12 reports a Toa recipient confirming acceptance of the Republican section for the year. The message indicates a partial agreement with conditions and references a payments matter and potential permits.
Fragmented transcription shows garbled text about a wreck near Aspinge on February 1. Names and places are unreadable, making identification of involved parties difficult. The readable remnants suggest a local accident report or casualty mention without clear details or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text contains disjointed phrases about a beard, a vow to share, and prelactation hints. No clear names, dates, places, or events are recoverable. The readable portion mentions a man with a beard and a vow, but lacks coherent facts to summarize into a valid news item.
A scrambled OCR fragment mentions Monte Carlo, a wing or rider, preparations for a festival, and a planned event in April. It references attendance, coast activities, and potential schedule notes, but the text is garbled and lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes beyond April timing.
Fragmented OCR shows a sale of jewelry at 415 Sausse avenue with a DAW or DK ring and prices around £30 7:30 p.m. Details mix with tonic syrups for colds and a February 13 lecture at 41 Korahs avenue. Mentions a circus or parade event and various local notices amid garbled text.
Fragmentary market update shows scrambled words and missing data. Readable items are limited to hints of prices and names but no coherent figures or entities. Unable to confirm markets, instruments, or outcomes from current readable text.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a sheep market in a town, mentioning Rutter-2s and EaGe-3 TWAT and a market setting with a seller, buyer, and prices. Names and places are unclear, but indicate a sale event at a local market with livestock and possibly Creamery branding.
Unclear OCR text yields limited readable facts. Mentions a Commission Company, Kass, and Stress-Tepes with scattered terms like Wheat and Mullhg. No coherent event, date, or location can be confirmed from the fragment.
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