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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1902
Page
4
A compact digest notes tariff debates and foreign policy musings. It references Cuba's food supply, Indian civilization policies, and a German shipbuilding expert praising American industry while noting wage comparisons. The piece critiques tariff reform and contemplates subsidy funding for steamship owners.
A cranky wall of tariffs shows signs of disintegration as critics claim it now harms American consumers and workers. Senator Deliver of Iowa urges Congress to adjust duties, arguing protective tariffs no longer shield industry and have become a weapon against the market. He calls for reform to restore balance and support for American labor and enterprise.
From the Providence Telegram the piece denounces harsh treatment of prisoners of war in Bermuda with claims of denied comforts and privileges. It cites scarce rations and punitive conditions on multiple islands, noting limited visiting rights and precautions against escape. The piece mentions alleged aid groups and the broader inhuman conduct of authorities.
Report describes strained rations causing emaciation among prisoners. Authorities restrict movement, tight surveillance with searchlights at night. The piece notes requests for suspender, jerkin, needles, buttons and other basics to improve living conditions while Boers remain under British guard.
Scattered tidbits from Atchison gossip humor the Globe with local quirks about marriage, dressmaking bills, a wife living with her mother, and the social cost of unions. Commentary notes townsfolk gossiping over habits, with sly jests about doctors, con-science, and late bedtimes as unions rise in town chatter.
A quirky collection of aphorisms and witticisms on society finance and love. The sample lines critique cynicism wealth and gender norms with humorous or biting observations, mentioning Wall Street and advice about marriage and adversity.
A fragmented column jokes about love money and gender roles. It blends aphorisms with garbled phrases and stray lines about shopping prices and weather predicting snow. The piece uses quips on fooling a partner and loving a dog or cat but ends with a fragmented weather remark.
A fragmented column of quips and wry observations on women politics and social manners. The piece riffs on female entertainers counterfeit money civic roles and local antics, with a Camden town reference and a light satirical tone.
A Topeka area society roundup reports a girls club forming with officers named Pearl Terr and others, plus a midwinter gathering hosted by Mr. Wayland Campbell. The column lists numerous local residents visiting, traveling, and attending events, including Topeka meetings, receptions, and plans for upcoming banquets and parties at various homes and hotels.
Lizzie Wooster of Salina sues Crane Publishing of Topeka for 13000 and contract cancellation related to publication of her Wooster Primers. Petition alleges a 1900 agreement to publish the school books with 10 percent outside Kansas and 5 percent within. demands semiannual sales statements and accurate accounting, alleges failure to report, and alleges anti competitive pacts with other publishers. She seeks rescission of contracts, full accounting, royalties due, injunctions against further publication, and damages plus legal costs.
Congressman Chester J. Long expresses skepticism about reciprocity with Mexico while backing reciprocity with Cuba, including sugar. He argues beet sugar industry needs establishment before foreign sugar is admitted. He notes Mexico’s agricultural wealth could threaten Kansas farmers and doubts Mexico would concede agricultural terms in any deal.
The Kansas Sheriffs Association met at the courthouse on Wednesday and elected to push for gubernatorial appointment of judges, adjourned to await the court’s decision, and discussed quarantine at the penitentiary in Topeka with sentenced prisoners. They also planned to advertise missing criminals in new papers at the next meeting.
The House met in committee of the whole and immediately resumed consideration of the urgent deficiency bill. The session began shortly after convening as members discussed drafting provisions and potential amendments. The eagerly anticipated debate focused on funding gaps and emergency measures.
An old ad proclaims blood history from bone marrow to liver, praising Scott’s Emulsion as a key aid in making new blood and restoring color to pale faces. The copy offers a curt note about a patent diet product from Lott & Bowne in New York.
North Topeka column records residents visiting from Burlingame Springfield Mo and Junction City. Mentions include Foster Baxter with grip, W M Castley and Clyme trips, Mrs. Chappell planning move, Miss Mobie Jones and Maurice Williams marriage in Oregon City, Rev Crane preaching in Charleston, Miss Fay Brill's death from appendicitis and funeral plans to Lowville. Also notes D of H No 192 meeting for the funeral of Sister Brill's daughter.
Totals show cash on hand and receipts including dues, loans paid, interest, fines, and other receipts. Real estate, stock, and promissory notes appear settled. other receivables and assets are noted in the summary.
Berlin reports Admiral Prince Henry of Prussia selected about 60 presents for Americans during the U S visit. The gifts include diamond set boxes, an enamelled Mohenzoliern piece, autographed canes, cuff links and brooches. Also planned is a jeweled bracelet for Miss Alice Roosevelt and a floral offering for the president.
The Rev Mr Small of Springfield Ohio may occupy the pulpit for several Sundays to acquaint parishioners with him as a potential successor to Rev B M. A slate of ministers will be invited for short stints prior to a final vote by all church members. Mr Gruell reportedly willing to move if Topeka church desires him. A minister from Marcelline Mo declined due to a recently built church for his congregation. Ines Roeder added new machinery and cleaning equipment to his shop.
In Washington on January 23, Senate discussions focused on the dommerace bill with amendments under review. Senator Hale moved to adjourn until Monday, and Lodge announced daily consideration of the measure starting then. Mason offered a joint resolution honoring Admiral Winfield Scott Schley with a fund and medals, echoing Dewey era sentiments while debate lingered.
In Washington the house discussed slavery in Jolo, with U S officers saying they could do nothing to stop it due to a treaty with the sultan. Moody said U S authorities never countenanced slavery in the Philippines. Mercer, who visited the islands, reported it.
Mrs. Matilda Bheley wife of Chas Bigby of the City Railway died yesterday afternoon at her residence in Quincy after succumbing to typhoid pneumonia She was 30 years old and had lived in Topeka 11 years Funeral services will be held from the First Christian church at 10 a m Friday Mrs Margery Boon died yesterday afternoon at her residence 1423 King Street Funeral arrangements have not been announced An advertisement for Dean's Ointment claims to cure skin diseases and is available at drug stores
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