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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1902

Page

12

Parker Denies Wichita Trip Policy Statements

The City Attorney and Mayor Parker rebut Morning Journal claims as baseless. Parker asserts he did not meet Wichita officials or endorse saloon openings in Topeka and criticizes the paper for publishing unverified quotes while promising a forthcoming formal statement.

Parker Chae I. Spencer Park Limedt Wichita Meyur Parker Topoki Tt . Smucyer Ela Samme Spencer Goa Iano Aghioh Tor Parkers Albert Mening Wichita Heacon Staleo Topeka State Journal Wienica Walters Devas Bis Teen Mets Macy Howes

YOUR FOOTSTEPS By the depth of his footstep in the earth

An old advertisement copy urges readers to assess strength by step weight and promotes Scott's Emulsion as a non drug food for underweight individuals. It touts value over time and mentions manufacturers Boute Rowse in New York with faded branding and unclear details.

Scott

Wichita Gambling and a Topeka Plan Recalled

A recalled statement describes a visit to Wichita gambling joints with police involvement and a plan in Topeka. The speaker notes constant companionship with a confidant, reluctance to disclose business aims, and a vow to act while keeping plans secret from reporters. The account highlights suspected intentions without detailing concrete actions.

Eam Wichita Wichitanna Topeka

London Fears Panama Canal Treaty Fallout

London reports a mixed reaction to the Panama Canal Company’s negotiations with the United States. Officials note the price and terms provoke debate about American influence, naval power, and control of the waterway. The discussion touches on sovereignty and strategic value amid U S attitudes toward the plan. The piece references financial figures tied to canal rights and heightened tension in Washington and London.

London Washington United States Panama Carlock

Electrical cure claim for consumption attracts attention

New York reports on London experiments by Dr T J Bakenham using high voltage high frequency electricity to treat consumption. A current of 50,000 volts is said to be administerable without harm, with reports of night sweats easing appetite improving weight and health, though experts caution that temporary gains may not prove a cure.

New York London T. J. Bokenham West End Eee Br Dakenham Bakenham

Result of the Latest Kentucky Feud

News has reached Laniton that six men were shot in an old feud between Newt Brewer and Geo Scott in Owsley County. Dave Brewer Newell Sewer and George Scott were badly wounded and may not recover. The clash occurred on a creek reputed in the dispute.

Kentucky Laniton Owsley Newt. Brewer Geo. Scott Dave Brewer Newell Sewer Eorke Scott

Knights of Maccabses Sue Port Huron

Plaintiffs sue Port Huron in a dispute over alleged mismanagement of funds by the supreme tent of the Knights of Maccabses. They seek damages of 50004 dollars and stem from recent internal troubles involving the order’s leadership and financial handling.

Knights of Maccabses Port Huron Mich Maccabo Port Thompson Fort Huron

Social happenings at Steinbrew hall and Topeka events

Society notes recount last night’s Helianthus club gathering at Steinbrew hall with a long list of attendees led by Miss O Connor of San Francisco as guest of honor. Informal card party hosted by Dr and Mrs F C Burkett featured sixty three as the game. various clubs meet, visitors arrive, and local residents resume winter plans in Topeka.

Helianthus Club Pak Ciyen Steinbrew Hall Walter Smith Mix Louise Winans Hutchinson Helen Otis Jayer Mra Crist Bessie Meade Hattie Jones Sue Herbst Anna Herbst Elizabeth Cole Misa Vida Mabel Wood Ethel Davis Jeasie Myers Marcia Spivey Lulu Ewart Fuller el Berkain Alice Hevige Calla Cuttell Fies Agnie Gus Gunther Misa Katherine Fleish Louise Ae Beatrice Roster Inera Foster Mise Nannie Sue Sharitt Iraner Sepeavenatere Ouse Dalt Dick Alden Barney Dex Horace Swayze Everett Alters Roy Parks Theodore Dont Misa Ella O'Connor San Francisco Misa Helen Smith Curda Miss O'Connor Hien Florence Rossington Mar: Wheeler Helen’ ‘Thompson Janette Lord Gertrude Devereux Susie Gay Maud Bates F. C. Burkett Topeka Avenue and Airs Emmett Rigby Sirs HB Hogeboomy Katherine Exnich Lulu Fordyce Miew Pauline Mater Walter D. Goodwin Ao Wiegett Max Mater Green

Union Pacific Plans New Topeka Depot Amid Modernization

Announcement that Union Pacific contemplates a new $49,000 Topeka depot with one story, modern design, and cool waiting areas. Old hotel depot to be removed, Goasiete park maintains, dining options to shift. union officials consider collaboration with another line to share facilities.

Union Pacific Railroad Topeka Union Pacific

Mysterious Grand Laundry Murder Confession Reported

St Louis reports William Strother a Negro attendant at the Viet Turk ey bath house confessed to killing millionaire Alexander Dean Cooper. Strother claimed he struck Cooper with a hammer while he slept, then admitted stealing diamonds and a shirt jewel. He later recanted admissions of killing or aiding in the murder.

St Louis William Strother Grand Franklin Arenas Alexander Dean Cooper Strother Desmond Cooper Wiste St Pei Rawae Wes Fecre Graham Pepe F Comdaes Mnew Bualnese

Search for the Condor: Allied ships prepare to sail

Victoria reports United States revenue cutters Grant and McCulloch and British ship Phaeton in search of the Condor. The Condor, a war airship, is in port and expected to sail tomorrow. Captain Sclater warned of danger if its heavy guns lashings fail in a storm.

Condor Victoria United States Revenue Grant McCulloch Phaeton Byeria Sclater

Gary to Head Allis-Chalmers In Trust Absorption

Chicago chairman Elvert H Gary of United States Steel takes the chair of Allis-Chalmers, signaling practical absorption by the steel trust. The New York election confirms Gary’s role as financial head while factory operations stay under existing management.

Chicago Jan Elvert H. Gary Cea Eta Cae A Allis-Chairmaers Campany New York Wiliam Chalmers of Cy Cal Eraser Chalmers Company B. W. Gateston Works le Ie Gary Steel Trust American Steel & Wire Company Federal Steel Company United States Steel Corporation Allis~ Chalmers Company Great Trust

Socialists In Session With National Committee Members

The national committee of the Socialist party holds a two day session in St Jan 25 with 17 of the states represented. The annual gathering aims to boost a national membership of 12,000 and a voting strength estimated at 300,000. Attendees include James F. Carey of Haverhill Mass George E Bigelow of Lincoln Neb James O Neal and E H Byeringer of Terre.

St Jan The Socialist Party James F. Carey Haverhill Mass Geo. E Bigelow Lincoln Neb James O'Neal E.H. Byeringer

Topeka Artist Georgiana Wasson Gains Early Recognition

A Topeka artist, Miss Georgiana Wasson, is praised for water color and miniature work. Trained from a young age with Frank Beard and later at Kansas State Art School under George H Hopkins and George M Stone, she studied in Chicago for eight months. Her instructors commend her drawing and color, and she has opened a home studio at 101 Buchanan Street taking pupils and orders.

Georgiana Wasnon Beataom Frank Beard Dan Beard Kansas State Art School George H Hopkins George M. Stone Chicago Schware A. A. Robinson Vera Low Elizabeth Holliday Estabrook Misa ‘Wasson

Sioux City rail merger plans surface in Burlington talks

The Journal reports plans to connect Burlington with Great Northern and Northern Pacific at Sioux City. The scheme includes extending the Burlington Schuyler branch to Sioux City and building a cut off from Schuyler down the Platte Valley to the Burlington main line. Construction of the extension and cutoff could start early spring.

Eas City Towa the Journal Burlington Railway System Great Northern Northern Pacific Sioux City Gercarsaets Cage, Regton Quincy Company Burlingtons Schuyler Schuyler Piatte Valley Burlington Barlington Kansan Ponneston Kansas Territory Portland Burlington-Northern Packie Express Chatr Tars Duriet Sheepers Butte Helena Spokane Puget Sound Denver Weat Chicago Pumpus Kansas City Chigsgo St. Louis Wargley Lta St. Iren

Chorus of 1100 Voices for Prince Henry Visit in Chicago

Chicago German societies plan a grand welcome for Prince Henry of Prussia with a chorus of 1100 voices. The event would feature Thomas orchestra and arrangements under consideration for the prince’s arrival.

Prince Henry Chicago Prussia Thomas” Orchestra

St Louis Visit For Prince Henry Planned At Fair

A brief dispatch notes Prince Henry plans to visit St Louis around March 5 during a fair, with the German embassy expected to participate later today. The visit is set to occur as part of ongoing exchanges between Germany and the U S.

St. Louis Frencia St Louis Prince Henry

Weekly Bank Statement Totals From New York

A weekly bank statement released in New York shows ending figures for the period. The report lists deposits of 949,666,200 and tenders 76, 57.00, with increases cited at 251.20 and a surplus of 185,511, 26,200, and other totals totaling 389,942,400.

New York Aaa Sa Ing

Earl of Rosslyn Divorced in Edinburgh Court

January 25 in Edinburgh the court granted the Earl of Rosslyn a divorce from his wife Miss Violet De Grey Viner on the ground of Ueser.

Earl of

Adways Pills Adway’s Pills Sold by All Druggists

Fragmentary ad copy claims these pills cure bilious palpitations and liver torpor with quickening effects. It promotes doses from one to four pills and asserts a high per box value, directing readers to purchase at local druggists.

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Visit Notes and Local Items From Hastings Neb

Fragmentary records show a worker visit in western Miss Mabel Keats and Miss Irene of Horton, referencing Herine and Isabel flows. Mentions Miss Fiorence Jobnstone spending Sunday at her home in Warega and Treulan chapter sewing Monday afternoon at Ma Seale tall. All members and Piatti penceibera arguid attend Hastings Nebraska meeting with Colorado Fuel Tron company.

Mabel Keats Irene Horton Iun

Topeka News Briefs Mention Residents and Events

In North Topeka and Silver Lake area notices, residents Samuel Parkhurst is ill at 1209 Central Avenue, and Berry Broth grocery owner Wy Cochran serves as township trustee visiting Topeka. Guests include Mrs. Henry Daub of Kansas City at Central Avenue, and Mra Mamie Sipes of Great Bend visiting relatives. A railway schedule update and church notes conclude the items.

Silver Lake Samuel Parkhurst Central Avenue Mi Ne Perry Berry Wy_ Cochran Afenowen Lukens H. ON. Gliman Monroe Street St. Joseph Walter Fenco George H. Wusnow Piper Ea Klussman Madison Street Mamie S. Smith Great Bend Kan Topeka Mien Kila Sipes Logan Street HS. Gresser Littie Hsien Madd Guinay Street Keens City Leavenwort Cane City E. Doom Edgar Dover Extaan “School Bennington Magill Union Pacific Railroad Kannan City Kansas City Balina The Baptist Church Arthur Crane Sue Crane

Will Boom Warner Fifth Ward Roosevelt Club Relations

Horace Fogel of Philadelphia signs to manage the New Fone baseball team for the coming season in New York. Fogel previously managed the Indianapolis team in 7. Government property valued at 500 dollars was declared sold after officers authorized removal.

Fifth Ward Roosevelt Club Sus Roeder Giants New York Horace Fogel Philadelphia Jen Freedman Fone Indianapolis Ne New York Tears

Rest and Health to Mother and Child Winslow’s Syrup Ad

An old ad touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup promising rest and health for mother and child. The copy emphasizes that it is the preferred tonic, suggesting safety and efficacy for infants and mothers, and urges readers to choose this brand over others.

Bowling at Buffalo: Stone Wins National Individual Race

The national bowling tournament ends Friday with Fred Stone of Cot eako taking top honors in the individual race. Koster finishes second, repeating last year’s result, while Martin Kern of St Louis posts a 247 single-game high as the field moves toward the championship.

Buffln Buffalo Jan. S Fred Stone Coteako Koster Uame Martin Kern St Loui

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