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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1902
Page
5
A local merchant, Steinberg, is arrested on disputed pretext after a sign incident. The judge and prosecutor clash over continuance while the defendant contests the accusation. The article notes tense courtroom exchanges and references to city offices and police actions.
A man named Anton Tee, a foreigner from northern Europe, was found nearly frozen at midnight by Officer Simpson near Mieventh street and Topeks avenue. He speaks no Russian German or French and carries a passport with a double eagle. He requests a carpenter brother in the city. He is about ninety, poorly dressed, and may lose his feet. He was taken to Christ hospital.
Charles Spaulding driving a carriage struck the Chicago & North Western elevated tracks at Diversey after a funeral. A woman and a girl fainted, another occupant grew hysterical, two express trains whistled by, and Spaulding was captured after a chase across wet tracks near Poster Avenue. Mrs. John Griffith, 60, and her 12 year old daughter Alice with Miss Jennie Jennings of Detroit were occupants. Mrs. Griffith is critically hurt.
London fashion note suggests revival of the old shoulder style. It praises Lady Warwick as an example for potential adoption by both married and single women. The piece hints that dressing to wear this head style requires grace and personal ability.
Mrs Charles Blood Smith and Bliss Helen Smith invite guests for a reception Monday afternoon at their Topeka home with Mrs Fabiaus Maximus Clark of New York City as guest of honor. The Evening club held a Saturday dancing party at Steinberg's ball with Guinton Blas Fey Guinton and Blae Davis in charge. Guests included Mrs WW Admire of Chicago, and Mr Admire of the Equitable Life Insurance Company. Notices recount visits, arrivals, and upcoming events from local residents, withveral social gatherings and travels noted through Topeka society.
Topeka social notes report Mrs Charles Bras hosting a Jolup club gathering with Mrs Gillespie and several friends. Muriel Nesbit and Miss Tyrsie Harrod visit, Miss Edna Miller remains in Topeka with friends, Mrs Guy W Collins calls on local residents, and Miss Carrie Vesper hosts from Lawrence during a week in the city.
City council will likely appoint C. A. Magaw police judge to succeed Frank Lindsay. Mayor Parker hints the appointee holds the position only while satisfactory. A contest between Magaw and W. S. Atchison has divided supporters and will shape tonight’s votes and other possible appointments.
Newspaper dispatch from New Orleans dated January 27 reports that a mob fatally harmed two Black men in a distant area of West Carroll parish after a confrontation involving W. J. Grant, a Floyd police juror. Grant was fatally shot while attempting to arrest assailants. a Black bystander named McKay alerted whites. Three Black individuals were captured. two died instantly.
Local items report the school board set to meet next Monday while theater and concert plans unfold. Sleighing remains popular as cold weather prompts community chatter about events, people, and city affairs.
Debate over whether the Leavenworth revenue office and its clerks fall under civil service rules continues. A Miami county man, George W. Jones, was sworn as a deputy to Revenue Collector Simpson, with deputies awaiting confirmation of who may be removed to make room.
A.W. Brewster, Washburn graduate of 1889, rises as a Republican figure in north western Missouri. Summoned to Washington, he may be offered the St Joseph post office by the president amid a bitter fight. Brewster has served in the Missouri state senate from the St Joseph district, built a successful law practice, and played a key role in the Richardson murder case at Sevanna Mo. He also participated in state histories contests and Interstate contests.
A damaged paper item reports Shamrock TE, a Lipton yacht left at John L. Rebine yard in Brooklyn, was sold for 180 dollars after a fire. A large crowd of speculators attended but the purchase went to a single buyer. Sails were fine canvas and linen with an insured claim of 5 000 dollars on nets. several thousand yards of cloth were said to have been damaged by the blaze.
Fragmentary text shows a casual phrase about wanting a ride or confident bet. No clear names, dates, places, or organizations are readable. The item reads as a stray line rather than a full event.
A historical note asserts that derive aids both men and women toward a long, vigorous, and happy old age through its tonic effect. The statement frames derive as a general health remedy without specifics on dosage or medical backing.
North Topeka notes show social visits farm sales and residents moving, with a list of guests including Mr. Ernest in Kansas City and Mr. Seguet of Oklahoma. The Evening Whist club, church societies, school meetings, and a planned talk by Rev Dr Arthur Crane are outlined alongside upcoming social events and local business updates.
Crane will present a special talk Monday from 4 to 5 pm at the First Baptist Church. Cransall will discuss consecration and invites all to bring lunch and stay for the program.
London dispatch notes a new postage stamp design to be issued with king’s head turned to the left, replacing Victoria’s orientation. Mentions coinage strictness and public sale implications as authorities debate the change. In Americas, Costa Rica’s leader heads to Guatemala for President Cabrera’s signature on a peace treaty, with visits to Salvador mentioned.
January 27 report notes Gent for permission to erect a church on United States legation grounds in New York City, outlining approval steps and advocacy from interested parties.
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