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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1901

Page

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Public Nuisance Case Ends With Acquittal Dishonored Destruction

The Missouri case details Mrs Nation being freed from charges for destroying property alleged as a public nuisance. The court ruled she had no right to destroy without proven aggrievement and found no malice, though the jury admitted destruction occurred. The decision hinges on whether an individual may abate public property without standing, with the court aligning to state law on private rights.

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Atherton Suit vs Atherton and Westminster Stirring London

Refused $200000 pet. London report details Major T J Atherton second in command of the Dwett h (Priore of Wales) Lancera now in South Africa filing suit for divorce from his wife. The case, named Atherton vs Atherton and Westminster, has drawn in the Duke of Westminster and King Bayard among potential respondents as settlement talks proceed and a court date nears.

London Pet T. J. Atherton Wales Lancera South Africa Majet Touiea Atherton Westminster Atherton Duke of Westminster Earl of Airlie Eula Tester Paul Bart Horn Tod Methuen Hergrave Vane Spinatieck Wurnen William Corciwaill

American Schooner Lost Off New York Bar

The New York Pub says the North Cher ton Lloyt steamer Werra sailing from Naples to New Orleans encountered a distress event near East Quentin. All hands were saved after the vessel was swept by a gale. the crew led by Captain Sroclomn reported no casualties.

New York Cherton Lloyt Werra Gence Naples East Quentin Saeaanak Bles Orpool Ammari N. Kerlin N. Kerain Sroclomn

Joint Bar in Topeka Not Enjoined by Court

Police records show visits to 116 East Fourth Street owned by Col Hughes or wife, targeting the Wood brothers and the joint run and pretty much fined for disturbances since August. Chief Stadtart reviews the place under law and order concerns at the Auditorium with officers urging closure due to agitation.

East Fourth Street Col. Hughes Wood Brothers Staht Gocerning Law and Oder Bus W. Wood F. Bt Stadtarst

Freight office created by Colorado Midland rail line

A new freight agency has been formed with Jani as a capable head in Kansas, asserting strong control over rail freight disputes. The Colorado Midland company establishes an instant general freight agent office to manage freight operations across the region.

Jani Aes rail_ Freud Kansas Ben Colorado Midland

Senate rails bill on railroad court access and fare rules

In the committee of the whole the senate debated a railroad bill granting railroads a day in court and adopting related changes. Amendments by Senator Householder and objections by Senator Alien questioned ticketless passengers paying excess fares and conductor cash fare rules. The proposal faced opposition and was noticeably contentious.

Senate Householder Benator Alien Mlip McMilan McMillan Escus Allen Bio- Milan Catcrin & Pans Menilign

Building at 116 East Fourth Street and Joint Lockup

Arrest list for Wood brothers for running a liquor joint at 116 East Fourth Street owned by Col Hughes. Officers report repeated raids since August, with multiple defendants charged for selling liquor and maintaining a nuisance. Mentions a temperance mass meeting and legal actions including injunctions and political amendments on railroad passes.

Cne Wood Brothers Hughes Ust Wiliam Wood Larces Bernard Henry Wood Lucan Ana Walker McConnell William ‘Wood Coft Carpenter Gof

Hunter Moves Up to Assistant General Freight Agent

Munter, long time chief in the general freight office at Topeka, resigns his position effective March 1. Hunter will replace him as assistant general freight agent for Colorado Midisod.

Colorado Midisod PD. Munter Tha Te Tatand Topeka Hunter al Relpae

Unclear OCR fragment on Owahoma City hotel and officials

Fragmentary report mentions Jot Harkin bux purchasing a Grand Avenue hotel in Owahoma City and links to Hankie Icope and Hankin betel cen. Mentions National hovel and prior Avenue ownership with vague references to pay and senators Hopkins Foss.

Jot Harkin Bux Grand Avenue Owahoma City National Hovel The Avenue

Mob Gathers at Jails Failing to Find Slater

Determined men crowded both county and city jails seeking Slater, suspected of assaulting Lottie Goerbrick Monday. The crowd, about 120 at the city jail and later another mob nearby, was kept back by police and a father and sister of the injured girl addressed the crowd, confirming Slater was not in custody. A second mob formed later, but Slater remained away, with authorities later moving him to Atchison.

Slater Goerbrick Sunta Fs Lott Jall Jessie Goertrick Jessie Father Jad Whitcomb Spob Slater Sherr Cook Ike Stahl Atchison Hal Willams Carpenter Siid Meriden Hal ‘Williams Atchson Carbonnie Ig Briel Reje Topeka Mendy Meeault Callie Whilaens

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Unclear readable text fragment mentions a person or place name distorted by OCR. Unable to derive a coherent event, date, or affiliation for a proper headline and summary.

Shafter Promotions Prompt Military Nominations Listed

A Washington notice lists numerous Army and Navy promotions and appointments. Names include Edwant M. Hayes to colonel, Js Cooper to captain of infantry, and James Estesnes New York to assistant surgeon. Also shows First Lieutenant Trowbridge and John Holtman advancing, plus naval officers Berry and Stuart to new commands.

Washington Pub Penese Amy United Serenary Bader Penerak Cavalry Coupe Edwant M. Hayes Vtalors Js Cooper Path Seutenaiment Amilnants Helard Eugene T. Wisin Edmund M. Hike Joe Te Martie Whitet & Rule Sidney Jordan Watter A. Worholt Merritt Barrett Dener Skeerett Eiward Taio Gintohiln Archibald Campbell Quartermaster's — Department Pirwe Madsee Ilar Toseph T. ‘Crabbs Bleanay Lowe B. Lawton AM. Edwards New York Joseph Reltansder Perunila Joseph J. Curry Massachuset James KK Stockard North Carolina G. A. Plummer Florida Wim van Puy Otin S. Fose Maine Robert M. Berry Daniel V.atuart Win J Rush Leutenant Mander Elecer W. M. Powelson Eli Woodworth California Californa

Defective Wires Cause Fire On City Rail Train

In Chicago on February 21 a fire started in the water car of a metropolitan railroad train after electric wiring failed to function. Attempts to extinguish with chemical extinguishers failed as smoke spread quickly. Five passengers fled to the rear car while the motorman, severely burned on hands and arms, brought the train to the terminal before the last car was crushed in uncoupling.

Chicago Ts Terminus

Doctor Smith, Twain Companion, Dies in Colorado Springs

Mayo G. Smith, friend and inspiration for the Doctor character in Mark Twain’s Innocents Abroad, died at his residence in Colorado Springs. Born August 19 in Newburyport, he was connected to Oberlin College and traveled with Twain from San Francisco to Australia, serving as partner in the first ship called Thar alled.

Mark Twain Colorado Springs Conn Pet Mayo G. Smith Dr. Smith Newburyport Iki Onerlin College Homer Greeley California San Francisco Australia

Lentz Starts A Row In Senate Debate Over Hanon Election

Feb 21 report outlines stirring Senate session as Lents of Ohio attacks administration and references Hanon Washington’s election. The discourse involves accusations of corruption, potential party retaliation, and heated exchanges among Gannon Grosvenor and others. Banking chief Turner至 La Crane flees country amid bank scandal notes.

Hanon Washington House Lents New Mexico Hennade Gannon Irving Anes Grosvenor Ari Berg Haybor Pacem Anon Pad Arenvenor

Decree orders killings amid Chinese court drama

Pekin Feb 21 The court telegraphed details of executions and punishments for Chinese officials led by Gen Tong Fu Shin. The dispatch lists Princes Ching Yu Ying Ni and Chao She Chiao among those condemned, while Yu Helen and Jel Miphie face uncertain fates. European and Japanese observers weigh the implications as tensions rise and imperial authority is questioned.

Pekin Primse Chilng Tt Hung Chang Cher Penterw Gen Tung Fuh Dis Puke Lau Te Tee Chitune Ying Ni Chao She Chiao Chen Yu Yu Gen. Tong Ladermunding China Citra Luis Bela Yu Helen Tung Ching Mr. J. Fowler United State Cuoftes Stoyene Treet Nueva ConGeEn Washington Japlnese Teang Iyaen Cit Chiniese Jersusy Geo Che Cheng Yu Orh

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Mrs. Nation Metiabe Major Atherton Prines of Wales Lancers Orecset Calaen Brise Joint Balds Wade Woods’ Joint Temperance Wright Atock Hunter MR. Hankia Oklahoma Senstora Hopkins George 5 Foss Slick” Slater Shafter Jim Bludsoe Lentz la Cygne Citizens” Bank of la Crane Hos Turner Deariner Watersnat Clarse Bréidenthal Ham Henin Count von Waldersee Prince Ching
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