13 Feb 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1901
Page
1
Judge Hazen orders nineteen injunctions in Shawne County against joint interests and building owners amid cases brought by Stebbins and Evans. Some properties face restrictions while others face no injunction, as the court weighs rent and sale actions and monitors druggists from selling restricted goods.
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A fragmented text outlines a bill concerning appointing three railroad commissioners, with limits on party affiliation, fines for noncompliance, and penalties for refusing court mandates. It references rates, ticket surcharges, and safety mandates for automatic grade crossing devices, plus publication in the official state paper.
Women activists in Topeka mobilize to back Cal J. W. Hughes for Payne city offices. They split from the committee’s choice, while a rival candidate is expected to enter the race amid ongoing council disputes. The movement shows strong organization though not all agree on Hughes.
In a turmoil of legal and scheduling issues a fight contest planned for Friday night faces postponement as district officials await a court decision. If the injunction is denied the event may proceed after a brief delay otherwise the postponement could last several weeks depending on tomorrow’s ruling. Local authorities and organizers await further guidance.
The term end brings new state officers and a crowded field. Morton Albaugh declares intent to run for governor with strong support from Burton loyalists, while Lt Governor Richter, Auditor Cole, and Governor Stanley's inner circle are weighed. Party factions, rumored deals, and machine influence shake the gubernatorial race as March or later conventions loom.
The readable text mentions the state superintendent and a local district office, with references to individuals named Binio and Tracy. It suggests administrative personnel changes or appointments, but details are unclear due to incomplete wording and fragmented phrases.
Mrs Thomas C Platt wife of United States Senator Platt died early today at the Fifth Avenue hotel after a long illness. Her husband and three children were at her bedside. Doctors and nurses had fought to sustain her, but a gradual weakening led to her death this morning.
A Wichita-Beaton special reports a mob smashed Henry Beschmires Joint in Winfield at 7 am. Students from Winfield Methodist college joined, wrecking the saloon with various weapons. Henry Beschmires’ brother Charles Schmidt was struck with a hatchet and badly injured, a woman reportedly injured by flying glass. Earlier Ernest Halim, a temperance advocate, was assaulted by Jolaikgeper, fueling the confrontation.
Samona Nation of Chicago suffers physical exhaustion after days of outdoor speaking and a levee tour. She remains confined to her rooms until Willard hall appearance and cancels further saloon visits. She schedules train to Tepes for tomorrow’s trial on saloon wrecking and plans a brief talk with Mayor Harrison and the police chief before rest at Windacr.
Wellington Teassney reports the anti-saloon campaign gains force as John Roth, proprietor of the town’s single joint, moves to remove his liquor stock and fixtures. A delegation at Peok County gives Roth until Saturday to quit or face possible action as a fire threat looms.
Milwaukee dispatch reports in this city over 300 people who supported divorces are still married. In more than 100 cases where divorces were granted, records show they were not docketed. Supreme Court justices announce action to issue judgments while blaming lawyers and clients for forged decrees.
A crowd gathers as Carrie Nation arrives in the city under WCTU auspices to speak against saloons. Nation vows to press her campaign, even if it means remaining in Chicago for a week. She enters a carriage, greeted by a young man who is linked to her husband’s family.
The mayor and aldermen in Mazaring robes, civic officers, sword bearers, mace bearers and attendants accompanied by state carriages. The king and the Duke of Cornwall and York arrived with their retinue and were met by state officers at the entrance. The king wore a white field marshal’s uniform and the Duke a rear admiral’s. They moved to the throne room for the ceremonial address and an official reception.
Chicago mayor refuses to meet Carrie Nation saying she has nothing to impart to Chicago and cites Haymarket unrest. He notes he is busy and will not attend to her Kansas joint smasher visit while police enforce the city night closing ordinance and Nation should return to Kansas.
Benetor J. R. Burton was too ill to respond at a Waldorf Astoria banquet in New Forest night. He suffered stomach discomfort and grippe like symptoms, though friends doubt the illness is serious.
A discussion notes a Velasquez portrait from 1632 and a 1633 scene of Prince Philip IV as a child. It mentions a mounted painting, a high asking price around 30 000 dollars, with a possible discount. It references castle and royal connections and a concert program at Topeka High School with the Spiering Quartette.
The Nations Federation of Women’s Musical Clubs holds its annual convention in Cleveland from April to May. Morning business sessions, afternoon concerts by federated club representatives and Cleveland’s Fortnightly Club. The Pittsburgh Orchestra is to perform May 2. On May 3 Madan Sehuitan-Vyinex will be the soloist. Mr. Fol Marcosson instrumentalist. Mr. Kenneth Bispham and Mr. Seabury C Ford vocal soloists.
A morning saloon raid in Winfield led to gunfire and injuries. Alves Huma, Denny, and Charles Am engaged in a brawl as Henry Schmidt and Rev Frank Ther were present. Charles drew a revolver and was cut in the face amid chaos. Mayor Alnerens convened a council meeting to address mounting disorder.
James A. Taylor, a railway contractor, was in the area today on a charge of bigamy. He is reported to have been married in Duluth Minnesota, where police are involved. His wife and two children are in the city.
Peoria on February 1 reports Meg Currie will edit the local newspaper for twenty four hours under the supervision of Mrs W A Brubaker the national lecturer of the yen bibidion party in a unique editor for a day event.
A Carrie Nation chapter with about 150 members in Dakota territory was reportedly attacked in Dawson Minnesota. A raid by Kelly women led to binding and pillaging of a local group, with several arrests and authorities investigating the incident.
In Hinton West Virginia a man named Frank Crawford aged about 1 year was shot and instantly killed by his mother Charles during a dispute over a busting incident. The mother claims she acted to prevent further harm and shot at her son’s brother, resulting in the boy’s death. Details are garbled but indicate a fatal family shooting in Baliteee Peauerdiy with the mother involved.
A tense senate session saw a liquor bill advance with minor changes and no formal notice issued. Senators Brande, Crum, Staitestring, and Healey led the party vote, while opponents argued the measure would stiffen penalties and widen enforcement, keeping alcohol laws on the statute books.
A sweeping measure cleared both houses to forbid the sale of morphine and other controlled substances to individuals without prescription. The bill, pushed by leaders including Mr. Adams, aims to curb illicit distribution and set penalties for violations.
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