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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1901
Page
1
report from Loomes on June 1 about General Kitchener and British mobilization to deter Boer advances into Natal. mentions 5,000 Yeomenry enlistment and a London dispatch detailing Cape operations, martial law, and looming actions near Ventersburg. includes mentions of commanders Roberts, Kitchener, and Prvisions, with casualty and captivity notes and refugee labor provisions.
A chaotic 1880s style item reports a proposed Mexican American steamship company in San Francisco with capital and Chinese labor terms. It describes chartered privileges for Chinese workers and merchants, a plan tied to Mexican duties, and a stipulation of extended operational rights amid unsettled regulatory language.
Dr Maintz defends bills that would create a state medical examining board and restrict osteopaths in Kansas. The measure faces opposition from critics who say it targets osteopathy and limits legitimate practice. Supporters argue it safeguards public health as Senate acts on the Topeka measure with other auxiliary bills advancing.
Four men died and several others injured when a Grand Trunk freight train near Locks Mills derailed early today. Two locomotives and thirteen cars plunged from the track as heavy wreckage was scattered. Engineers and brakemen identified include Peter Psophson and W. C. Gliver. two unknown crew members and a traitor with explosives aboard were reported. Fire and explosions hindered efforts to extinguish blazes.
In El Paso a party led by Mr. Stillwell and associates from Chicago and Cleveland met Governor Amumuda of Mexico while attending the carnival. They secured all rights in Chihuahua Bo range and Sinaloa, completing the regal preliminaries. Stillwell claims the coast is clear for construction and the line from Kansas to Port Stilwell could be finished within two years.
Washington reports governor returns to Michigan authorities the request for extradition of Ormres F Thompson. He is sought on charges tied to transportation and defense of a dangerous scheme. Officials discuss formal steps, affidavits, and the attorney general’s role in advancing the extradition process.
Molar Warner of Kansas City once a chief craftsman of the GALF is slated to address the gathering tonight during the ceremonies for a mediating appointment to the Pesmoth Kansas. London reports an official note on the U.S. ambassador’s dismissal amid Briton and Cis government tensions and a maritime incident involving a Chinese-Japanese warship. The Concluding note lists new Chicago officers and a Kan aus schedule with weather winds forecast for tonight.
A public health reform draft calls for vital statistics reporting by county clerks and probate judges including divorces, births, marriages, and deaths. It notes doctors would file death reports within four hours and monthly birth tallies, with assurances doctors who oppose reform may continue practice.
House Republicans adopted a new order of business prioritizing railroad, election, reapportionment, assessment and taxation, and appropriations. Leader figures urged rapid handling of bills as protracted sessions risk delaying key measures, with debate over which topics should lead the agenda.
City committee reports favorably on a shop bill, with the chairman noting approval of the measure. The record mentions a Mest class committee and a pending act that could affect Santa Fe shop operations, though specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
Crowds gathered as the Walter McAllister and Andrew Campbell trial neared its end in Paterson New Jersey over the Jennie Bosschieter case. defense attorney Hoffman argued the burden on the state to prove guilt, highlighting questions about chloral poisoning and other testimonies.
A sensational murder on a London & Southwestern train occurred this afternoon. An American- described man entered the car of Sirs of Southampton and W Pearson of Winchester at East Leigh. At Surbiton he drew a revolver and killed Pearson while wounding Mrs King in the cheek. The assailant rifled Pearson’s pockets, then leaped at Veuxham where he was pursued and captured. Police have not yet released the suspect’s name.
London reports swirl that Queen Victoria is seriously ill and that her doctors have summoned her to Osborne. The Prince of Wales is at Marlborough House and the Duke of York went to Sandringham, while stock markets react to the unconfirmed news. Further updates were promised from the court circular. Also: Stemund Herts of New York is arrested in Queenstown on forgery charges, with his wife accompanying him.
Judge John Martin files contest against D Hazen over Shawnee county district court race claiming vote corruption and improper precinct conduct. He seeks a recount alleging money whisky and cigars influenced ward results and recountable miscounts in Topels wards. Hazen defends the election as orderly with minor ballot clerical issues.
Kansas City Missouri January 2 A resolution directed against trusts was adopted at the Western Implement Dealers association convention. It warns that trusts in many businesses cut prices and profits, harms dealers and farmers, and urges Congress to act. The resolutions endorse National Retail Dealers on catalogue houses and condemn manufacturers who advertise net prices in trade papers.
The speech by former President Cleveland urges preservation of American institutions, warns against quick push for war, and promotes arbitration with Britain as a path away from conflict. He argues for national unity, restraint, and adherence to constitutional duties amid global tensions.
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