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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1902
Page
7
State Treasurer Frank Grimes states he does not want the United States marshal job even if offered. He expects Lit Crum to be appointed, cites endorsements, and says he has no ambition for another office now. He plans to return to business after leaving office and would help friends obtain positions.
A garbled column discusses potential jail threats against Governor Stanley and mentions Attorney Generals Wert and Godard in a mining dispute context. It ponders if the governor can be deterred, and whether patronage could influence gubernatorial nominations. The text weaves speculation about authority, obedience by county officers, and political maneuvering amid a tense legal backdrop.
A fragmented notice describes a White Ribbon Remedy claimed to cure alcohol cravings by making a drink unusable. Mrs. Moore of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union endorses it after testing in several cases, though the text is incomplete and passes as a historical promotional claim.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses Auditor Cote refusing to issue a warrant against someone named Thomson and potential jail for contempt. Mentions individuals Tick ce som a t Tentos Frank Grimes and a reference to Tom Bet. Unclear details and garbled punctuation.
The president hosted a small farewell dinner at the White House with cabinet members and Senators Lorge and Hanna among the guests. The gathering honored Secretary Gage as he prepares to sever his official duties in the near future.
Atlantic city reports a nine man crew from the steamer Sparta, missing off the port since January 2, were landed at Algiers, Louisiana, by a passing steamer. The ship had searched 12 miles out to sea for a week. relatives feared they were lost.
Mr Knutsall will lecture at the Crawford opera house Sunday at 3 PM on Christian Science aims to heal the sick reform the sinner and improve the world for all. All are welcome with no admission fee or collection. Bring a friend.
Mary J. Sullivan transfers ownership to Becter for 600 dollars. The property located at 140 Chandler Street in Metaker's Second Addition is involved in the transfer details.
Topeka shale proponents say they have sufficient funds to build a Fahrig test mill in Topeka and are seeking strong local business support. They anticipate ordering machinery once Fahrig’s list arrives, with Fred Webster offering coal and Moeser Bros providing electricity and water. Some debate exists over location and timing, with a temporary mill near the Moeser plant considered but weather concerns noted.
News from the north reports the steamer Bristol wrecked near Green Island forty miles from Port Simpson. The captain and six crewmen went down. The ship carried coal from Ladysmith to the Treadwell mine in Alaska. One lifeboat was lost, and three boats reached safety in darkness. Survivors were picked up by the Cottage City at dawn.
William Collier tops the stage as a leading comedian in On the Quiet at the Crawford tonight. George Morgan of Haverly’s minstrels promises a rare high C range and clean vocal prowess. A Homespun Heart plays Crawford Saturday. a party tale and a tonic remedy ad follow, with Down's Ointment advertised for skin ailments.
Cleveland Construction company and Rome financier J P Spanier seek concessions for an electric rail system from Cairo to Mount Sinai and along the Red Sea coast through Syria to Mecca. A Damascus branch would connect at Mount Sinai, with pilgrim traffic expected to yield profits. The sultan reportedly granted key concessions and Jerusalem to Galilee trolley service already exists.
President Roosevelt and party attended a Columbia theater showing of The Henrietta featuring Stuart Robson. Mrs Roosevelt Mia Hanna and Miss Carew accompanied him. A notable moment was a gift from the United States Senate, recalling Robson's early service as a senate page, plus a loving cup from his company marking fifty years since he began stage work.
Paris reports indicate French claims against Venezuela push government toward possible coercive measures. France will act independently of Germany and will seek redress for material injury to French interests, while awaiting Venezuela civil war developments.
New Haven report reveals a year deficit of 1372 in Yale University athletic funds. Expenditures totaled 367,618 across football, boat club, maintenance of Yale field, and related athletic associations. Receipts included football and baseball associations and relief funds amid a terse financial summary.
Help wanted ads seek reliable salesmen to sell full line fabricating oils paints and greases with salary or commission. The Champion Re Nike Co Cleveland Ohio. Also detached notices advertise best family horse for sale Pettag Wy Kansas Ave and a few days sale of unnamed items at county seat. Railroad timetable fragment appears with garbled entries.
Fragmentary notice shows Homeseekers provisions via the Santa Fe line east of Rocky Ford and through Indian Territory Oklahoma to Texas at rate fare plus 32.00. Liberal stop privileges allowed on the journey. agents at the depot list particulars.
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