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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1902
Page
13
Cider Smith and government forecast predict unsettled conditions with a potential storm around Monday or the 16th, followed by a generally cooler week. The government note says fair tonight and Sunday with slight temperatures. winds around 4 miles per hour.
A Topeka State Journal inquiry on soldiers in politics stirs debate across Kansas. Veteran influence wanes but remains potent for some candidates in Saline, Osborne and other counties as Sate leaders field old soldier contenders for auditor and other posts. The fight between Reeder and Wellington heats up in Jewell and surrounding counties, with White seen as possible compromise and party strategists eye an upcoming Kansas Day event as a stage for campaigning.
Republican remarks criticize Hanna amid attacks by rival papers and local politicians. The Sixth district shows split views with few county Republicans backing Hanna, while Graham County support suggests a convention rebuke. Wellington News promotes Husky Allen for governor, and Congressman Bowersock contemplates a final term before a potential vacancy in the second district.
London Jan 11 American interests move to control water routes for grain shipments from inland U S ports to European inland ports by electrically operated canals. Hawley notes 5 000 miles of canals to be electrified with American capital, enabling Duluth to Brussels cargo flows. Parliament approval sought for central power stations, with Britain’s canals linked to transatlantic operations.
Mr J G Caner of Ayers Illinois says he suffered years as a coffee drinker with constipation headaches indigestion and a wrecked health. He switched to Postum Food Coffee following directions and saw his condition improve. He reports better sleep a rested body and a rosy appearance after quitting coffee.
Albert Parker, backed by the allied anti Hughes forces, secured the Topeka mayoralty over Col Hughes by a five vote margin after a tense recount and court actions. The lengthy contest included mandamus and quo warranto proceedings, a partial recount, and ongoing municipal upheaval as Hughes maintained the office while courts debated the outcome. Parker, a 54 year old Democrat from New Hampshire, vows strict enforcement of laws and public park improvements, living at 212 West Eighth Avenue.
Chicago and Minneapolis market reports show mixed wheat and corn activity with slow demand and price fluctuations. Cattle and hog receipts are reported with prices steady to lower, while stock market summaries note subdued trading after the government crop report. Several advertisements and notices appear amid market data.
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