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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1901

Page

8

MAC ARTHUR TESTIFIES ON HAZING AT WEST POINT INQUIRY

Cadet Dungins testifies to congressional investigators about hazing at the U S military academy. He describes tents, interrogations, and the chain of command from upperclassmen to the commandant Colonel Fein. The exchange reveals tensions amid the inquiry into the 1999 incidents.

West Point Dungins Pablo Murphy Fein Kieneresho Toorth Witenes

Coffee Soup and a Coffee Wreck Turned to Health

A former sufferer recalls childhood meals with coffee soup and later digestive troubles including gall stones and nervous distress. After quitting coffee and using Food Coffee, indigestion and sleep improved, with stomach and energy restored. The narrator praises the product’s effects on digestion and overall well being.

Ford Coffe

Fragmented hearsay on hazing during camp years

Witnesses recount hazing practices amid a military camp, with MacArthur involved in sworn testimony. Capes, identified from Atiactett, testifies about forty forms of hazing during a plebe year. The dialogue suggests ongoing questions of discipline and future conflicts at the camp.

Pames MacArthur Capies Atiactett

Men's Social Club Card Party Heats Up Local Evening

A lively card party hosted by the Men's Social Club drew attendees at the 10.0 F. ball on West Sixth Avenue last night. Prizes included a box of cleats and an ole shirt while guests listed include Mr and Mrs J. Couxhila, Mr and Mrs T. M Delabuytle, Miss Mamie Gibbs, Miss Nellie Ming, and many others.

West Sixth Avenue Mary Cogis Jos. P. Butterly Ole Shirt Mea J. Couxhila T. M Delabuytle Mra Jheann Bev Peter Meitieraat Euler Antie Doyie Mies Anat Devitt Mamie Gibbs Nellie Ming Alice Collins Minnie Fsevitt Stet der Ormne W. A. Wilson Soeimber Tives Weemi el Psvator Wilba Atl Arain FAURE Sores Eityse Heaton Sadie Pea Colorado Springs Col Padama Lane Bmrk Atchieaway Sharremere Bt Mo Duliaan J Doles Palmer West Gordon A. L Errone Kannar M. BE

Poor Farm Fire Destroys Hovel Belonging to Elderly Colored Man

A 93 year old Black man lost his shabby shelter in a fire at the poor farm, with neighbors describing the scene as a woeful, pitiable episode. The victim is described as frail and in poor health, with local aid being discussed as officials assess the damage and shelter needs.

Ives

Expatriated Students Face Military Service Debates

Expatriated students and leaders including Hersbers and Arthur dispute compulsory service while Saenger group presses for clearer policy in ongoing dispute over conscription and overseas education duties.

Hersbers

Social Whirl Recalls Dinners and Dance Parties

In a busy sequence of informal gatherings Mrs T Herrick hosts tea for Mire Bel Herrick of Hiawatha and Mr Jennings of Caneiro. Guests include Mrs Jennings, Mrs Moon, Miss Guibor and many others sharing dinners, games, and a Bachelor club dance at Adson Bell. Governor and Mrs Stanley attend events with plans for a future reception and more dinners next Tuesday.

Mra FH. T. Herrick Mire Bel Herrick Hiawarhe Mr. Jennings Caneiro Fas Mra Hertek Jennings John Fb. Moon Mire Willem Wellcoms Mra Welcht- Man Mra Sheldon Byron Davis Eee She Colburn Grace Hidith Gufbor Harrison Street A.detlehifal Hitle Chaaing Tush Miss Guibor For Gavit Kenneth Wharry Travereet Robert Stewart Afr Frank Moss Huck McParland Stanley Entertain Govers M.A. Law J. D. McFarland T. H. Sweet Pi Rosebraks James A. “Troutman J. H. Richards George Cresford Stanley J Anither Clugsen A. Ho Wood Unete Edna Kirkpatrick Beteny College Liawrence Kansas City Ruth Whitman Herome Lawrence H Niles Soca N. Aira Hudaen's Baxter Anna Herbst Misa Louiss Kellam Misa Herbst

Jones Incident Ties Bike Group to Atchison Gathering

A fragmented report notes bikes returning from Atchison after an early morning arrival. A new BP.O. lodge was formed amid a large crowd from Kansas City and nearby areas. The text mentions a contingent and an arrest of a group member.

Atchison BP. O Bt Joeansan Tradi

Atchison Chief Jones Arrested Over White Slippers Joke

Observers recall Atchison turmoil as Chief Baxter and Jones face charges after a carnival prank involving police and a false hunt for a girl wearing white slippers and a nine karat ring. The mayor reportedly turned the keys over amid interference.

An. Lee Atchison Tle Lee Atel Jones Pallce Weston Geo Phil Baxter

Miller Railroad Bill Aims to Create State Commission

A railroad regulation bill proposed by Senator Miller would create a three member railroad commission appointed by the governor. The panel would supervise railroads and allied companies, publish annual reports, and set or modify freight rates to curb abuses and discrimination. If dissatisfied, railroads can challenge rates in district court. the act remains subject to supreme court review.

Sanatc Hy Miller Allroad Wright Thay Bok Ars Stallae Geialor Musee “Bn Riilroad Commieion Atste Selena Chalten Commission Istrict Court Supreme Court

Plan to Stop Tax Dodging in Western Kansas Lands

A state cancer report says a bill will be introduced in the legislature to curb tax dodging by land-owning loan companies in western Kansas. Landowners have faced years of deferred taxes as these firms offered settlements to county commissioners for 60 cents on the dollar. The measure aims to reestablish lands for grazing with sufficient income to cover taxes, ending the practice. Western lawmakers largely back action to address unfair tax burdens on farmers.

Kansas Towr Iowa Meat Sons Ioan Unis

Prairie Bog Cave Whys Extermination Bill Reported Favorably

The House Ways and Means committee reported Stephen Cave s prairie doe b miniun wrands bill favorably. It proposed a 20000 appropriation for experiments but tied to existing townships levies and a local character, with notes onSaw and a measure sidetracked.

House Ways and Means Committee Stephen Cave Cave Denouemeet Ani

Unclear Fragments Reflect Differing Views in Assembly

Fragments show MABREART and Pircunmere Ri Lene obworth with Fr. G Maerker differing from views held by Representatives J. We x Gaw and John M. Hund. The notes indicate yesterday’s session included debate among a small group of officials.

Obworth Han Fr. G Maerker J. Wex Gaw John M. Hund

Outrage Victims Prompt Calls for White-Black Unity

The text laments mob violence and urges swift punishment of murderers. It notes Governor Kansas urging legislature to condemn the Leavenworth actions and to extend sympathy to the grieving families of Pearl Forbes and other victims. The piece stresses that justice should not be swayed by color or hate.

Barbargan Pearl Forbes

Stop to a New Law Bill in Wyoming Legislature

Representative Eriil Grosser of Dickinson offers an amendment to the constitution to bar assessments or taxation and the opening or working of highways and other functions by corporations or individuals. The measure aims to prevent the establishment or maintenance of schools or district structures for private privilege and to restrict district court locations.

Eriil Grosser Dickingon Opiinion

Barker Names Two More Committees on Assessment and State Affairs

Barker names two more committees in the House with Graser Dickinson County chair and Hogue Jobson County. Stavely Ounge and others serve on the assessment and taxation panel. Retm ington Miami chairs state affairs with Gressier Logan and Willits Wilson as members. A Cadet Corps bill aims to give the governor power to appoint cadet corps officers in state educational institutions, with an eighty member corps and captains plus two lieutenants, backed by the adjutant general.

Barker Graser Dickinson County T. J. Hogue Jobson Wm. T. Short Cloud A. HL Stavely Ounge Beg N. Crawford Bred Praite Starshall J. N. Woodward Republic A Tyo Bracford Tive Harris

North Topeka notices and local ads fragment reel

A garbled page from North Topeka shows local notices and ads. Mentions Kierbach Prin company Kansas Avenue, Mrs. John Hart in West Gordon Street, and visits to Horton and Omwicle. Promotes a Mustin Underwear sale starting Saturday January 1st, with other sales on Musiiian Embroidery and White Dress Goods. Includes notes on residents, business names like COSTLEY & POST, and various casual society items with scattered place names, dates, and names.

Tema Kierbach Prin Company Kansas Avenue John Hart West Gordon Street Horton Omwicle Mrn Wii Deppe Joe Carter Cobtley & Post Epuin F. Maynard Quincy Street J. F Cecil Ian Rip Clarence Matthews Buntley Liberal Rock Island Surveying Company

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Barnum Dow Mac Arthur Bachelor Club Adson Bell Rt. W Sareh Schreiber Mies Katherine Lernich A. B. Cunningburs FS. Brown James Clarke Miller Railroad Mabreart Meagrees Leavenworth North Topeka Lary Park East Norris Street Canon Bywater Costley POST J. H. Foucht City Westomatg Tonganoxie Mra Wii Rippitoe Hoyt Will Willard Gallaway Polk Street Prince Costley Post Fred Morgan Julia Keyes Taylor Street Mary Gillen Bloomington TL No LO Greer T Dom Street Costlet & Post J. M. VarTasel Nicola & Stone Llumber Company Cleveland, C Mra S Stanton Mourot Street van Tassel Weartburg Procebie Pee Hon Purchius Lebanon Tyon Moen
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