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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1901
Page
6
A joint note from Chinese officials reports Li Hang Chang suffering Brights disease with fever. Negotiations to be conducted at the imperial capital amid tensions over rail concessions and British reluctance to aid Chinese residents in the British quarter.
A packed auditorium heard the revival message as pastors from First Methodist and other city churches led prayer and singing. Speakers including Sorelle and Potter addressed the crowd about faith, unity, and moral guidance, while preparations were noted for future use of the hall.
A fragment from ZAR BAKES PRESENTS reports a rumor that Burperoe Nicholas, a Tromble pet Wate, is favored for the role of chancellor in the Bareten Rew Year with broad oversight of foreign and war departments. It also notes M De Witte of Swante being considered and mentions editor wife burned in France.
A garbled notice indicates a convention planned within two weeks to appoint officials and discuss works at a hardware venue. The readable fragments reference a meeting window and a local organization, but details on dates, places, or exact roles remain unclear.
fragmented OCR notes describe discussions on extending a present term and court cases influencing labor and public power. references to Morrison case, Tutors in seriousness, and potential bills. mentions Pl Darado Ladies Rec Society, Seuremceave, and Burton supporters, with party lines and district concerns.
The ceremony took place in the Missouri House chamber with both legislative branches present. Delegations from St. Louis and Kansas City attended as Governor Dockery delivered an inaugural address focusing on reform and national world fair plans for St. Louis in 1908. He pressed for public service over vested interests and pledged to prove worthy of the people’s trust.
Jettisoned part of her stern after Baring untethered a section during rough seas off Petten on the coast of Holland. The report notes faint signs of damage and a partial update from the vessel. Fred Stonestreet is named as a candidate in the city election, described as Republican aligned.
The U S Supreme Court rules Neely must be surrendered to Cuban authorities. The decision centers on whether Cuba counts as foreign territory within the war era framework and cites June 4 1870 law. Justices review the war objectives and the scope of federal power over foreign occupied lands.
Mohicans Club arranges a novel basquet meal with costly meat pieces divided for Mohicans and others. Chicago bids reach 4000 pounds, New York offers 2100, and portions are carved for key figures. Lady Walters to be dressed as Mohican to serve the steak while Captain Wendel’s militia provides tableau.
The Kansas presidential electors met at the secretary of state's office at noon to cast the state's votes for McKinley and Roosevelt. The process proceeded with little trouble, a messenger selection caused some contention, and observers including several ladies and state guests watched as ten votes were counted for McKinley and Roosevelt.
At the Cantrat church annual meeting the need for an expansion of the church home was discussed at length. The plan includes knocking out walls for a large west addition to the auditorium, with steps taken to raise 3500 for church work and a pastor salary raised from 1200 to 1800 dollars. The church operates as one of Boston’s large urban congregations and the pastor declined a London charge.
Senator Wright of Emporia introduces a railroad bill to create a two man commission to merge until 1902 and one for 1904, with four year terms. It empowers the board to set reasonable rates, enforce them through courts, and allow county attorneys to sue to compel compliance with board orders, while protecting the public from discrimination and prohibitive joint rates.
In Chicago, Kansas City and Davenport movements, railway executives and agents including Harry W. Donaltson Lewis Collins W F Evans and G Shoes travel for inspections and meetings. Santa Fe executives Pur don Mudge and Howard Wider face health notes while Leo Arnold and others arrested for disorderly conduct on Kansas avenue. A Santa Fe engine collision at coal chutes dawns a morning with no serious injuries. Marriage news includes K C Bein and Serena Pratt. other items mention Topeka and Santa Anna visits and the Dolman wedding act.
Vague statements about ownership and future actions create confusion in the community. Residents question the legitimacy of claims and the feasibility of proposed projects while officials seek clarity on potential consequences and timelines.
In Paterson New Jersey on January 14 the Walter C McAllister William A Death and Andrew Coonptell murder case of Jennie Bass Ghelter began in the court of oyer and terminer. The defendants were sworn and the jury selection proceeded after a motion to quash the indictment on defectiveness. The father and sister of Jennie Bosachester attended as witnesses.
Reads like a bustling early market page with scattered quotes on wheat corn oats beef cattle pork and lamb. Mentions steady to weak overall tone and specific price cues across grains and livestock, with sellers cautious and buyers selective amid fluctuating demand in Texas and Topeka markets.
In a brief market note the Duncan Commission rushes grain and stock updates via private wire service. It cites prompt shipment and pricing cues, with emphasis on timely quotations and the impact of exchange activity on domestic markets. The report mentions a few key figures and indices as part of a routine market bulletin.
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