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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1901

Page

5

Valentine Day Party Scene Recalled In Topeka Gazette

A long, laced narrative of a Valentine day social in Topeka depicts Mrs. Pepe Ang Ser Gathers, Mr and Mrs Irwin Knowles, and many guests at a bohemian whist gathering. Attire descriptions, a detailed table setting, a valentine themed hall, and highlighting guests like Miss Cole and Miss Beat Rice Poster mark a lively social page. The piece also notes forthcoming visits, dances, and a milestone banquet by the Sons of the King, with numerous local names and relationships referenced throughout.

Elisabeth Cole van Burepstzwit Hasar Beatrice Poster Charlie Wi Valentine Miss Vida We Mise Mebetine Fideheap Sles Alascia Golrey Alse Yen Agnes Gunther Miss Beal Poster Blanche Eae Bie Wut Tinker Freak Mons Tivetell Akers Ae McPerland Barney Ley Gavitt Paul Hoehr Geo. Oeet Ae Charten Wolf Mir Phil Tmiley Sam Fletahmen Wallace PSO Paul Palmer Otieon Mina Ance Briday Clinton Ind Topeka Mia HL. O aGeyey Wad Mira Iss Dane Towa Oe Chi Tas Jane Paneter Daisy Taki Mise Idell Campbell C. E Morrison Lane A. A. Godard Nellie Searke Watt Pete Haddeon's Milas Alice Denery Welee Donen Merve Ackerman Ki Sins Tauiis Helenatis

Unclear stance on Uncle Tom's Cabin by Cleveland publisher

A Cleveland editor and lecturer, ik-F. Hopkteeon Smith, denounces Mrs Browne's Uncle Tom's Cabin as vicious and harmful to readers. He argues the work distorts prewar Southern life, misrepresents slaves as brutes, and fuels sectional tensions.

Clevelandtech Ik—F. Hopkteeon Smith Mra Browe Tim Saute Atv Becwo

Colombian protest over canal rights dispute with United States

Reports from New York and Washington indicate Colombia objects to U S claims on Pan American Canal rights and seeks to limit time extensions for the Pan American Canal Company. Colombian secretary of state comments hint at intercession by France in the matter.

United States New York Gribe Gris

Fragmentary OCR Note Sparks Gambling Death Link

The readable lines point to a chaotic report mentioning gambling and a potential incident. Names and specifics are unclear due to the damaged text. The fragment suggests a police or court context with references to a chase or confrontation and possible violence. Further readable details are unavailable.

Wireless Telegraphy and Thought Transmission Compared

F E Titus discussed wireless telegraphy and a concept of thought transmission. He described a tiny ground wire and earth filled with dust to form a conductive path, yielding a complete circuit. Sir William Crookes was cited supporting telepathy as demonstrated. Tonight at 8 o'clock, the lecture continues.

F. EB Titus F. E Titus Wi Street Wnes Wm. Crookes

Vote On Shop Bonds Considered At April Election

The Commercial club discussed holding a vote on the Santa Fe shops bond with the spring election in April. Some members favored higher favorable turnout among casual voters, while others warned a hot local campaign could distort results. The issue of accurate ballots for women and separate boxes was noted, reflecting concerns over voting integrity.

Commercial Club Santa Fe Mrvarianhoed Zeitared Cee

Personal notices on health recovery and grip epidemic

A fragmented personal notice page from Saint Louis reports individuals recovering from an influenza like grip illness. Mentioned are P Green, F, Dr, and George J. Fimmery noting relief from symptoms and return home. several places include St Louis and Bowling Green Missouri. The text also references Nervine and Pala'Puils treatment effects and lingering aftereffects of the grip.

P. Green N. Sythe Louis Ytremm

Topeka letter seeks factory and stock pledge

The letter to the committee of manufactures mentions G. Bird & Co, a Boston mel manufacturer, proposing relocation to Topeka if the city funds a 325,000 plant. It notes subscription for the Commercial Club News and lists elected members including Robert S. Singers, Neele, Thurston, van Kirk, Thurston, Kouns, Bates, and Bargundthai.

Committee of Manufactures G. Bird & Co Mel Manufacturere Boston Topeka Jackson Commercial Club Sreeis Ben Tse Matesese Deneye Roberts M DD. Neele Thurston & van Kirk J. W. Thurston C. W. Kouns Ahl Bates W. Bargundthai

Morgan Carnegie deal not to issue 17 million bond

Report from New York states Morgan and Carnegie steel interests will not issue the proposed 17 million dollar bond for a new combining plan. Federal Steel directors indicate a slow absorption strategy with major firms like Carnegie Steel, National Steel, American Steel and Wire to join the consolidation.

New York the Herald Morgan-Carnegie Bted Fonts Searces Shah Tt Vei Ia Ateel O & Iite Carnegie Federal Steel Natonal Steel American Steel and Wire Nations Tube American Bridge Superior Consolidated Iron Suites Federal Steel Company

State officers listed for ensuing term in brief notes

L K Lewis president. State officers include L K Lewin as president, F M Finney, Cooley as lecturer, W F Porter as chaps dewart. Experiments suggest pace may shift if Beene becomes larger, with implications for future leadership.

Zak Spreutent L. K. Lewin Et Dent F. M. Finneyi Th Cooley W. F. Porter

Iron Trade Review notes steady demand amid finance shock

Cleveland dispatch reports The Iron Trade Review links Morgan’s big finance move in New York to steel market steadiness. Bessemer iron remains firm as steel billets rise in attention. Chicago area outputs show 20,000 tons Bessemer and 16,000 tons open hearth billets with rising carbon billet prices. Buyers foresee building demand surpassing prior years. further purchasing soon expected.

Cleveland Iron Trade Review New York Bessemer Enien Chicago Gatetlog

Mansfield's Play Rights Fight Over Cyrano Royalties

New York February 14 Justice Fitzgerald reserved decision on a referee for an action by Elizabeth Marbury as agent against Richard Mansfield to recover royalties on Cyrano De Bergerac. The plaintiff alleges Mansfield obtained American rights from Edmond Rostand with a five percent royalty on the first five hundred dollars and ten percent thereafter. The defense contends that Mansfield faced similar actions.

New York Justice Fitzgerald Supreme Court Elisabeth Marbury Richard Mansfield The Plainiff Mansfield Edmond Rostand Mansfeld

Baby's Cold and Pneumonia Claims

A fragmented ad style item argues that a baby's cold leads to pneumonia and that Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil relieves coughing and hastens recovery, claiming it offers a cure despite the questionable tone and garbled branding.

Scott

CANADIAN PACIFIC FATE IN GOVERNMENT HANDS

Montreal Feb 14 T G Shaughnessy president of the Canadian Pacific voiced cautious views on American capital buying Canadian Pacific stock. He said it is possible that capital could seize control if funds are available, but stressed preference for using existing lines over building new ones. He noted the public policy aim to invest in rail requisitions rather than waste money on new construction.

Montreal T. G Shaughnessy Canadian Pacifc Weaf Commons Mr. Ugtinesy London Canadian Pacific Railroad

Pleased With Taft Report Delights President Says Philippines Work Noted

President McKinley is greatly pleased with recent Philippine news as Commissioner Taft proves a determined and fair administrator. The Times dispatch notes his confidence in Taft and suggests optimism about Philippine governance despite mixed initial reports.

McKinley New York Times Washington Philippines Teft Pilipines Eae Erate Pate

Fragmented OCR Note with Local Details and Names

The readable text mentions Laurel Springs and Lakes and Rivers regions with hints of travel and personal plans. It lists names like Mest, Honith, and Greg, alongside references to Ohio and Patt. The passage remains unclear due to garbled OCR but preserves several place and person names as read.

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