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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1902
Page
5
County commissioners awarded the county printing contract to Tigeke Capital for the coming year, citing last year’s rate structure of one cent per cast in the county printing. The meeting's discussions touched on competitive bids and potential cost implications, with questions raised about delivery, notices, and tax-related publishing needs for delinquent taxes.
In St Tule Ma on January 21 director of Works insane and Taylorr of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition company announced bids for the varied Industries building the first Works fair building with plans and specifications issued for bidding before February 11 at two o'clock. The projected cost stands at 7500000 dollars and drawings for the manufactures building were received by Director Taylor. This marks six buildings ongoing in development.
The Osage county case details a man named Elias accused in a timber theft involving a bank’s timber shipment. He allegedly used forged documents to obtain lumber and faced charges at the county courthouse.
A warrant circulates for Ingalls as he attempts to reach Ouage City. He was detained prior to his arrest on Saturday for horse related charges. Chartres Foster and other witnesses testified in the case.
Fragmented notes describe a Democratic state committee meeting plotting a convention. Discussions touch on inviting Populist factions and uniting factions under a single chair, with calls for a strong showing and steering the party toward a decisive gathering.
David Snow fined $1 with costs totaling $4015. in city court he appealed to the commissioners and sought to pay the fine and costs on installments. The board, noting past non collection, accepted Snow's promissory note endorsed by E. Elliott, who is worth $9015, twice the note. Snow was released.
Fragmentary report from New York describes a probate hearing before Judge amid references to an estate dispute. The text mentions Dr. Marrow, a deceased individual, and a contentious matter involving lineage and inheritance. The readable portions hint at contested claims and a family estate dispute proceeding in court.
Reading Railroad issues orders to restore striking workers in the anthracite region upon their application for work. Former brakemen and firemen who left last year will be reinstated to their positions after approval.
Fragmentary OCR text describes an ex mother’s expected suffering and fear as she endures a difficult ordeal. The passage hints at hope for children and a difficult path ahead without detailing names places or dates. The readable content emphasizes emotional struggle and looming consequences.
A snapshot of Topeka area notes includes weather delays affecting trains, hospital updates on Mrs. E. B. Stotts recovering from surgery, and various local notices. Shifts in cattle shipments, church activities, and public appointments color a day of scattered events around Abilene and nearby towns. One item mentions Maple Hin shipping 3,200 head of fat cattle for fall and winter markets, while a Topeka angler reports renewed lease on Silver Lake. A mix of social ditties, political hints, and community notices fill the page.
The Tyler Street Card club enjoyed a pleasant Monday evening hosted by Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Hurd, Mr. and Mrs. Duele Gage, and Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Savage. The next meeting will be in two weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. N. Willitts with an Art Exhibit by Miss George Wasson at 1901 Buchanan Street. Miss Wasson recently returned from Chicago after study.
Miss Nettie Black endorses Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as effective for throat relief during singing and cold prevention. The ad claims the syrup is the best cough cure, harmless, and sold by druggists with a Bull's Head label. Offers a free calendar and medical guide to readers who write to Ace Sieger in Baltimore Maryland.
Topeka items report Baldwin and J B Marshall withdrawing from Innes cornet contest in favor of Join H Marshall Sr. E W Benedict, Olds agent, drives through snow with his car as a cutter. Judge Hock hears D R Hite’s continuation of Kansas Mutual Life suit. James M Simpson to move to a city soon as internal revenue collector. Connaughton marries Marie Butler in Atchison. Ladies Aid meeting at 217 Woodlawn Ave Potwin. New charters listed including Magill Mercantile Co Kingman and Crisfield Howe Protective Assn Crisfeld. Yearling steer of Charles Samson to be shown in Chicago. Washburn area residents push private fire plugs. many vote for Mrs Frank Watson in Innes cornet contest. Dr Mutt & Hughes to lecture on American Pesal at First M E church. Mayor Albert Parker faces city politics and resignations rumor. Smallpox cases rise. Roy Leliover admitted to detention hospital. Wiring for Midwinter Exposition by Edison workers. Auditorium outlined with lights. Rossville report lauds Willam Bond’s hospitality. County commissioners’ reform group shows roll top desks. Topeka stores close 2:30 for grocers’ meetings and banquet. J S Sterp circulating a senor close claim. Birthday note for Judge Smith and F L Vandegrift. Frank Jarrell comments on ages.
Freshmen at Yale faced tighter controls at the junior class promenade concert to curb gallery disorder. They were searched for contraband before entering and forbidden items like confetti and streamers were confiscated. The event followed earlier teas and dinners, with dances held afterward.
President Munger of the Hamilton club announced Admiral Schley will not comment on the recent court of inquiry at the Chicago banquet next Saturday. He stated no other speaker will address the subject and warned that he would challenge anyone who mentions Santiago.
J S Martin woke to find $110 in gold missing from his table Sunday night. One hour later Caron was arrested at Gas City and after a brief struggle surrendered $195 of the stolen money from his mouth. Caron is in custody.
A renowned Chicago physician endorses a non narcotic cough remedy for children of all ages. The recommendation claims relief for bronchial afflictions and constricted coughs, noting safety for home use and wide availability through druggists.
Jan 21 Iola Kansas water spaniel owned by B Bossi died on East Madison walk about 2 PM. A nearby observer reports two greyhounds poisoned in another yard and several others mention similar poisoning, with up to a dozen dogs killed. An ad for a home remedy cure appears amid local dog poisoning mentions.
An old advertisement extols Bucklen Arnica Salve as a universal healer for cuts burns bruises and sores. It lists cures for ulcers felons boils and other skin ailments and provides office and residence contact details with hours.
Mike Sutton becomes an ex official by a government agency appointment. J B Simpson assumed a role as internal revenue collector at Leavenworth, with orders to reappoint or select replacements immediately. Officials named include Fawn W Kiefer OG, Maggin Waldill, Watrous, Le Byesnes, Charen Hower CW, and Prickett overseeing the office at Causas City.
Teternational Convention of Butchers Et Louis Missouri January 21 reports attention to Wood's Norway Pine Syrup advertised as a remedy for coughs colds and respiratory illness claiming to ward off consumption.
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