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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1902
Page
13
Provident Home Company of America lists branches in several cities with officers including C. A. Irish as general agent at 515 Kansas Ave Topeka and H. A. Utermann as resident agent. Names Lewis H. Leva and Continental State Co. appear among management.
The Populist conference adjourned near 1 am after hours of wrangling over fusion, with anti fusionists limiting action. The majority backed a state convention to nominate a ticket, while a minority urged a joint ticket with Democrats for the ballot. No binding resolution emerged.
A chaotic assembly featured calls for further speeches by key figures including J. Holtman and Senator Jin amid a contested conference. The majority report neared adoption as the minority pressed for change, while factions linked to Taylor Hidde and others urged different conclusions.
Hale of Lacrosse and Ed Weilip of GCalung propose using a fusion plan to challenge the anti fusion law as unconstitutional. Lawyers differ on the law, with some supporting a swift Supreme Court challenge while others doubt the court would overturn it. The plan involves fusing Democratic and Populist tickets and seeking mandamus or federal court action if the secretary of state refuses to place both tickets on the official ballot.
Washington February 22 Justice Gray of the Supreme Court recovering from paralysis stroke shows slight improvement and rests well. He remains seriously ill but better today than since the stroke occurred and his condition is described as piously indisposed.
In old medical writing the Scott's Emulsion chapter shows a frail child starting with small doses three times daily. Appetite improves after a week, the child grows livelier and gains weight until reported well and strong. Send for Bree Sample Scott Bowne Chicago.
A critical look at the Washington cherry tree tale and the use of the axe as a symbol in history. The piece argues that legends outlast direct feats, linking Washington, Lincoln, Carrie Nation, and others to iconic acts with axes, while noting how myths persist beyond factual events.
Bailie John Coyne irritable in court during a trial when two deaf mutes were accused of whispering. He installed order by ejecting two men mistaken for troublemakers, then learned they were communicating in sign. He acknowledged allowing no talking in court but did not know they were dumb.
Reports from St Petersburg say false news of Count Tolstoi’s death stirred student unrest on February 20. Authorities allegedly kept the news quiet, while hundreds gathered at Kazan cathedral to mourn, shouting immortal Tolstoi and Down with the tsar. Police dispersed the demonstrations as Kharkov and Kiev universities close and clashes occur.
The League of the Fair Ground transfers lease to the Stile Fair Association. Friday signing by Chairman H. Haynes and BF Pankey OP Updegratt for the association. Ten year term. Plan to build iron grand stand by summer, near the race track on the south side. Grand stand expected to cost about six to eight thousand dollars.
Horton Kansas orders set to rebuild after two week old blaze. President W B Pel and vice president HAL Parker joined chief engineer W F E Daveney as Dig force works around the clock. Six hundred thousand brick ordered by wire to rise the Tode Lstand shops larger than before. Town hopeful after earlier removal fears.
An official dispatch from Lord Kitchener dated Pretoria reports a British surprise attack on a Boer force near Noodgedacht. Commanders Colgate Purri and Native scouts captured 164 prisoners, a quantity of transport stock, and wagons. Two British casualties were reported, with prisoners including Flett de Joubert and Dejater, and Lieut. Filloete.
Mobily Alabama pep 22 The high United States cavalry unit, stationed at Matanzas for two years, arrived by steamer Voland ana tert last night for Fort Riley Kansas.
In North Topeka many church events and community notes fill the day. Funeral plans for Rev. Calvin Holman are announced along with services at multiple churches, lectures by W. G. Brooks, and a Canon Bywater service schedule. Local clubs and social visits are listed, including bridge scores and lodge gatherings, with road and bridge work updates across the city.
An old ad promotes Seventy-Seven as a preventive and remedy for pneumonia and colds. It claims early dosing shortens illness and ongoing use wards off invasion. Sold at druggists for 35 cents or by mail from Humphrey Medical Company.
Summers Mes Jorn Havens and many ladies hosted an afternoon thimble party at Mrs Bergundthal’s corner Jackson and Morse. Flags decorated the parlor and wall, guests included Mrs Buck Mrs McMaster Mrs Heck and many others. Evening hosts Miss Grace Root Miss Elizabeth Root led a three course refreshment party with alphabet wall letters and celebrity name guessing.
Webster Davis will lecture at the Auditorium March 10 under the Saturday Night club. Admission is free. Davis, a Kan kin and former assistant secretary of the Interior, supports anti-imperialism and is author of John Bull's Crime of Assaults on Republics. He describes his South Africa trip and critiques England's policy, asserting Boer suffering, misrepresentation, and calls for just government.
The jury spent about a day in deliberation but could not agree. Reports say discussions were tense with a split position, and the panel was discharged after 24 hours without a verdict.
A resident of the city since early life announces candidacy for the office of Prepate Judge. The individual notes long community ties and plans to address locals with a focus on public service. The announcement follows previous candidacy discussions and reflects ongoing political activity in the area.
A legal notice outlines a dispute between Worth and the Knights over a supposed betrayal tied to a 1899 incident. The introduction at wax discharge occurred Friday afternoon at a specified hour.
The executive committee releases the water reserved seats for the Northeastern concert with out of town reservations held for the untunt Brday evening. Tickets go on sale Saturday morning March 1st at 5, with numbered entry to prevent crowding. Arthur Kane handles advance sale at Stansfield’s. Doors open promptly. only ten seats per party. Chorus members admit by membership card. Topeka City Troop ushers assist.
Under Sheriff Hat Williams was notified today that a boy named Briaw, who left the reform school a week ago, has been captured at Lewrance. Williams was told the boy had a horse and smiley, missed by C. Fl Drennan. Williams will pursue the horse and the boy.
G A R Washington announces annual encampment planned for October 6 with executive and local committees confirming dates. Citizens will donate funds to aid needy veterans during the encampment week. De Wet breaks through toward Lindley front in South Africa as Boer actions unfold near Pretoria.
Today’s market notes a holiday in Kansas City with limited stock quotes. Cattle prices show ranges for calves and feeders while hogs and beef cattle are listed with marginal activity. Location Kansas City and rail lines tied to trade are referenced as part of the market snapshot.
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