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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1902
Page
5
An excerpted advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a widely known remedy for stomach and digestive troubles. It claims effectiveness for sour stomach, indigestion, and related symptoms, noting international distribution and a required course for relief.
A. Fellows of Topeka will supervise building a $25,000 residence in Pueblo for J. K. Thatcher, president of the First Nations Bank of Push. Plans are by Francis W. Couper with partner N. M. Hadley of Topeka. Construction to start around March 7.
Mrs Kate Soffel widow of a jail warden linked to a Pitt jail escape was wounded during recapture. She is reported to have fully recovered after transport to Pittsburg by county detectives. Authorities allege involvement in the escape of murderers and other felonies.
Miss Beals visited Newtim, Kan, stating she has not sold any of her Oklahoma town lots and will not dispose of them before May. She plans to sell the tract as a whole later if needed. Her brother Frank accompanies her during visits as his duties allow.
An elderly Newark reader explains quitting coffee improved health after years of digestive trouble. She credits doctor advice and Postum coffee substitute, noting weight gain and better wellbeing once she stopped coffee and started Postum.
Washington dispatch outlines Kansas politics over General Bristow and Senator Scott as foes push for removal of postmaster Harrison and challenge Crozier inheritance. It notes Mrs. Susan Crosier's will naming General Crozier and Hunt kin, and cites Burton's objection to Harrison's appointment while Long backs Cuba tariff talks and Colonel Peek’s daughter wedding anecdote.
A group of respected figures including Hon W A Calderhead Mrs Churier Cartis and Sen J R Burton attended the School of Comparative Jurisprudence in Washington this winter. Two Kurmtas gentlemen Everett M Hawley and L T I Butter spoke at a banquet, replying to Congressman Curtis who recentWashington Vext dubbed an Indian with Welsh roots. Curtis is praised for future legacy over ancestry.
Miss Stone unit Sins Tellka and baby reached Salonica on Feb 26 in good spirits after two weeks in mountains. They traveled by caravan through rough terrain hidden in gas and on horseback. Miss Stone fell once but escaped with a bruised knee. In Strumstea they sewed for themselves and the infant, found in native dress with shepherd cloaks. The baby was in proper clothes and swaddled in warm material, showing no winter suffering.
Senor Zayas opened yesterday in Freyane Cuba on a Cuban post office fraud case. He sought to discredit W. J. Reeves the deputy auditor, Claimed extraneous reports from Washington mislead. He argued the extradition of Neely illegal and that U.S. postal code cannot annul local laws on extradition.
Chicago Feb 26 The postmaster general orders a quadrennial weighing of United States mails carried on all railroad routes including Arkansas Louisiana Texas Indian Territory Oklahoma Kansas Nebraska North Dakota South Dakota Montana Wyoming Colorado New Mexico Arizona Utah Idaho Washington Oregon Nevada and California. This sets the period for regular readjustment of transportation pay by railroads to take effect from July 1 1902.
A statewide storm caused damage in San Francisco and other areas. Rain and flooding affected streams, rail lines, and communications. Southern California saw the heaviest rain with winds. Despite minor insect damage, the rainfall will aid irrigation and harvest prospects.
In Topeka a box car carrying Kinnebrew brothers side show gear is robbed. A box of 66 rattlesnakes is found emptied, seven live snakes recovered, and a six foot serpent seen in the car. The thief left plunder and a trapeze piece, Bosco the snake eater is missing.
Mr. Kinnebrew discusses Bosco's snake handling, noting 800 rattlesnakes used yearly sourced from Corpus Christi and San Antonio. He describes risks of bites, diet challenges in captivity, and a plan to start four shows at fairs, while hinting the burglary of a box car remains unsolved.
A lengthy reception in Manhattan ends with Prince Henry of Prussia granted the freedom of the city. Officials including Mayor and President Fornes welcome him, praising historic ties with Germany. The prince affirms friendship between Germany and the United States and thanks the city for its hospitality. The visit includes a ceremonial room introduction and a royal entourage through city landmarks.
New York February 28 Prince Henry arrived late to a gala performance at the Metropolitan Opera House. He entered during Lohengrin as the first act neared completion and was enthusiastically received by the audience bowing repeatedly. The program continued with further operas including Carmen and Alda with the prince's presence noted.
In Bucharest on February 22 a demonstration by workers aimed at urging the chamber of Deputies to discuss a pending bill on trades unions led to violent clashes. Cavalry was deployed to disperse the crowd, with several injuries and about 200 arrests reported.
The page records cattle and hog prices from Chicago and Kansas City markets on February 2, noting varied bids and receipts, with hogs and cattle showing signs of activity and price shifts. It mentions shipments from Kansas City and references New York Stock and other market notes as part of a broader livestock update.
Market notes describe heavy stocks including Americkn Linsend and Elm cycle Buicks amid rumors of western Pacific trade and cotton futures. Wheat and corn prices show fluctuations with speculation on shipments to Liverpool and Minneapolis, while conservative traders await clearer crop data and policy signals.
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