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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1901
Page
4
Fragmented text notes New York office matters, Delaware election thoughts, and Senate return powers. Mentions Clark Quay and Addicks, subsidy ship debate, and Philadelphia views on maritime policy. Concludes with subsidy policy implications amid navigation law challenges.
The Delaware legislature remains deadlocked as Republicans split within and Democrats vote to elect a U.S. senator on joint ballot. With Anthony Higgins term ended, the chamber cannot elect a successor, leaving the state unrepresented in the Senate as the Forty-seventh Congress convenes. The governor lacks appointment power due to senate paralysis. The split centers on the Addicks faction and party divisions across both houses.
A garbled 19th century style piece reflects on social visits, old fashioned hospitality, and the allure of distant adventures. It hints at a narrator writing to a mother about exciting scenes and the diligence of good people, amid faded images of domestic life.
A ragged collection from the Chicago News includes anecdotes on coercion and trust in men, reflections on manners, railway wisdom, and local people. It mentions a Pope, Elks, a 4 30 pm home visit, and a meteor shower era, with notes on pay rolls, contracts, and early spring harbingers.
Eruptions such as eczema pimples and salt rheum are said to arise from humors and faulty digestion. The ad warns against drying medicines and urges cleansing the system with Hood's Sarsaparilla to prevent return of eruptions. It cites cures of J. G. Minas and a Mrs. Walter and assures ongoing effectiveness. A call to purchase Hood's today.
The Atchison Globe urges Topeka papers to note Mrs Wise and clever women, while a Marshall county incident reports a boy removing tar from a wall after an explosion. Ne male county residents push for education, seeking to set Walt Still School in district No. 58, with no pupils suspected.
Special to the State Journal from Washington reports debate over the necessity of redistricting Kansas. An interview with Charles Hopkins of the appropriation committee notes potential changes this session if the reapportionment act takes effect before the next Congress.
Readable fragments show Bolivian rejection of prop opal cited, with foreign affairs minister urging acceptance of a proposal. In Washington, the Navy cuts costs on new battleships by about 80 thousand dollars and trims fund reserves. Long orders bids from lowest bidders. Kansas history by Notte 1 Prentian Atchison praised in schools. a Topeka room holds the book as seventh grade reference. King Oscar resumes reign in Stockholm after illness. House military committee discards senate amendments to reorganization bill and moves conference action.
In Dover Delaware on January 3 the sixth ballot failed to break the deadlock for two United States Senators with no result. A social event will follow with refreshments tomorrow at Elinouin Bust Hall as invited members gather with friends. Weather remains unsettled and the report notes irregularities in the ballot process and evolving public interest.
A South African court ruled in favor of Brown upholding his claims against a Transvaal location. Discusses sovereignty, Britain’s role, and financial stakes reportedly around £5,000,000 to £6,000,000. Mentions Kruger order and executive actions. In Washington a district business day followed an appropriations report and postal bill remarks.
Dispatches from Osborne and London show sheets noting Queen Victoria’s ill health amid South African War deaths. British sentiment shades anti‑British as Joseph Chamberlain is blamed by some editors. Citizens, clergy, and officials follow bulletins at the embassy while travel ads and fares to Kansas City appear in the same issue.
A fragment discusses speculation as a driver of life and progress, noting gamblers seek easy wages and a better life without toil. It argues speculation touches many lives, contrasts personal ends with social aims, and hints at influence on New York’s social scene tied to five girls and broad progress.
Mrs Norah Hannigan of Chicago was found dead in a house infested with rats. Her face and hands were gnawed beyond recognition, and rings from her fingers lay scattered as the body decomposed, the ghastly scene reported from the city.
Fragmentary OCR reveals senate discussions on miscellaneous bills relating to legal practice state reformatories and guardian appointments. References include comments on grand juries representation and examination of attorneys, removal of disabilities, and allowances for court expenses.
Ray D. Fisk of the First Congregational delivers a baccalaureate sermon to the graduating class at the Ray school. Dir. Pink spoke on the advantages of the times and urged the seniors to begin their life’s work with right principles and focus as they move into business pursuits and further education.
B M Scott, former candidate in the 4th district six years ago, reports a new rich oil find near Beaumont Texas. The well is described as one of the greatest flowing wells in the country, signaling a major energy strike.
A brief note reports Ty Auditor left unexpectedly last week without notice. The move surprised colleagues and prompted questions about timing and future plans.
Amid tight schedules this afternoon the Topeka house will announce chairmanships for key committees including Railroad, Education, Military Affairs, and Corporations. Names listed are John Atehiann, CF Grattan, AW der 3 fe, S las, Dr J W Washington, Lyon Card, and Charles Ferris with additional nods to local mills and families.
In a heated hotel exchange, the elder Gould address and denies a claimed family tie to the Bia family while denying involvement in theater ownership and casting. Onlookers recall bets about the Gould lineage and a courtly rumor of a theater move in New York.
A north bound fast passenger train from Memphis to Kansas City derailed at Pilgrim, 20 miles north of Springfield, early today. The new engine hauling the fast express was damaged but cars including baggage, mail, express, and sleeper remained intact. only one passenger suffered a severe tip injury.
Mrs Sarah Greer born April 9, 1814 in Covington Ohio moved to Topeka in 1857 and had lived 41 years in the stone house at the corner of Topeka and Sixth. She died after a brief illness with funeral set for 3 PM from her residence. Family members Florence Greuland and three grandchildren survive.
A partially legible obituary style notice reports a man found dead beside the Rock Island railroad east of Topeka near 1515 Jefferson Street. The fragmentary text mentions a possible shot and local business names unclear due to damage. The event appears to be a deadly railroad incident with limited readable details.
Judge Hazen awarded A. Austin $150 after finding Western Union failed to deliver a telegram promptly. The case cited a law holding telegraph companies liable for each delayed transmission with costs and attorney fees. The suit claimed the telegram was not delivered on time and caused damages in legislator communications.
Jan 2 hearing before the committee on coinage weights and measures on various gold bills. A consent and Representative Overstreet present. Overstreet is the author of the amendments. Boertas confirmed. Washington Jan 1 the senate confirmed the nomination of James S. Herlan of Cheral of Porta Lea.
A roundup of local society items reports on visits and entertainments at homes including Mrs Busby and the Green family, and mentions Kimball editor Din Sauer as a guest. It notes church services Lupin and the Holiness church musical evening hosted by Miss Norlin and Miss Nystrom. It also mentions Sarah Ontertans funeral schedule and John W Meade planning a Santa Fe annex project.
Colorful railroad flyer touts Great Rock Island Route travel with a $195 fare to Topeka and Springs timetable details. It notes arrival times and clock changes, hinting at seasonal schedule adjustments for travelers.
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