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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1902

Page

6

NO POLITICS FOR HIM Chiesgu remarks on Scuey’s public stance

Rear Admiral W S Scuey, visiting, declares he has no political ambitions and wishes only to serve his country and people. The Hamilton club banquet audience applauded as he emphasized remaining a sailor and avoiding any office. He thanked attendees for their warmth and expressed desire to continue serving loyally.

Chiesgu Jan. St W. S. Scuey Hay Clibax Amy Symont

A Change in Diet Ends Stomach and Nerve Trouble

A person credits changing meals and eliminating coffee with curing long term stomach and bowel problems. After stopping coffee and Eskine Fostum four years ago, they added Grape-Nuts Breakfast Food and Postum Coffee. Health improved, with relief from stomach issues and improved well being. The account highlights a husband of seven years and a family at home.

Hickman Milix Minas Sorin Sriicien

Cook County Resolutions Demand Recognition for Spanish War Heroes

The county board of Cook County presents resolutions praising naval service in the Spanish American War and urging immediate official reward and recognition for gallant officers. It specifically names Admiral Winfield Scott Schley Capt. F Cook of the Brooklyn and Capt. Charles K. Clark of the Oregon, among others, calling for speedy measures to honor their contributions to the nation’s victories.

Cook County United States Spain Winfield Scott Schley F. Cook Schley Brooklyn Charles KE. Clark Oregon

Croft brothers acquitted of liquor selling charges

In Shawnee County district court Assistant Attorney General A I Redden charged Harry and John Croft with selling liquor and keeping tavern. The jury acquitted on the liquor selling charge, but the keep tavern charge may be reheard if Redden desires.

A. I. Redden Harry John Croft Shawnee County Iquittal Redden

Postmasters Convened by Guthrie Depart Topeka Office

President John Guthrie, post master at Topeka, called a convention for postmasters. The meeting left today at three o clock from the Topeka office, heading to the Arte.

John Guthrie Topeka

Beating Billiard Contests At Knickerbocker Club

New York crowds watch amateur billiard trials at the Knickerbocker Athletic Club as players prepare for the Amateur Athletic Tournament. Charles Norris posts a notable run with a 400 point aim, averaging 10.38.

New York Tos Knickerbocker Athletic Club Armateur Athletic Trnio Chiar Plonehp of America Charies & Norris Sigourney Reel Nage

Uses the cudgel why Negroes and Whites Should Have Separate Schools

Rev G D Olden denounces Nick Chiles and J H Childers editors of a Togeke negro newspaper for attacking colored people. He defends segregation in education and warns that prejudice and mob pressure harm both races. He criticizes integration and urges disciplined conduct by the colored community to win acceptance. He condemns attempts to amalgamate and calls for separate schools and state universities for black students.

Nick Cbiles J. H. Childers Togeke Negro Newspiper G. D. Olden First Afrian Baptist Church Gur Mr. Olden Langth Chiles Olden Nick Chiles Childers Pinavndguer Nick Devil Topeka Jasper Childers Jasper Register of Deeds Jon Rev Me. Olden Ennemnen Bitnaelf Nace Wien Keown Lincoln School

Old Bust of Victoria Hidden Behind Wall Forty Years

Fragmentary notes recount a bust of Queen Victoria bricked up in a wall for decades after her death, with anxious inquiries about its existence and concealment. The text hints at careful scything and confinement, preserving the relic in secrecy.

Victoria Vitoria Jeane Wen

Not Guilty for Mrs Richardson in Clinton County Murder Trial

In Clinton County court Mrs Addie Richardson was declared not guilty of murdering her husband Frank Richardson. The jury deliberated thirty minutes, foreman Alexander Sheppard led the ballot, verdict read at 4 05. Family and crowd reacted with emotion as the widow embraced relatives.

Platteburg Clinton County Court House Addie B. Richardson Alexander Sheppard Burns Hee Aries Richardeon Ted Batt

Actress A Thief In St Louis Theater Feud Ruse

Vera Irving a Ga actress from a Strangers in a Burned Land production faces charges of shoplifting at the Four Courts. She admitted taking a ring and a pin from a jewelry firm during the evening while seeking release to perform. Court aims to determine her role in the cast and motive amid a feuding run of the show.

Vera Irving St. Louis St. Loui Qetres Cdi Wizard of Stanger Berne Pour

Atchison Woman Wins Damages Against City in Ankle Injury

In Atchison Kansas on June 27 a jury awarded Mrs Mary Mayhood 296 dollars after she sued the city for damages from a fall caused by a tree root protruding from a sidewalk between Thirteenth and Fourteenth Streets. The verdict found the city had no notice of the obstruction and was negligent in allowing it to remain though no sidewalk existed at the time. The award covered 246.33 for injuries and 50 for medical attendance.

Atchison Kan Mary Mayhood Mayhood Santa Fe

Burton Firm on Political Turmoil Embraces New Manager

J M Simpson, soon to relocate near Topeka or Lawrence, is reported to become Senator Burton's political manager replacing Frank Grimes. Grimes denies managing Burton and says he is merely a friend. Simpson plans to stay near his internal revenue post while Burton’s allies offer support across the state.

J. M. Simpson Internal Revenue Lawrence Topeka Leavenworth Thines Simpson Frank Grimes Sermtor Burton McPherson Willle Internal Revenue Collector Burton Pragk Grimes Grimes Senator Burton

Women Drinkers Rise as Stimulant Use Grows

Right Rev Teighton Coleman, bishop of Delaware, asserts intemperance among women is rising while male use declines. He cites investigations in New York showing wealthy women commonly drink wines and whiskies with meals, plus tea rooms serving intoxicants. He argues the trend extends to middle classes, with England worse.

New York Teighton Coleman Episcopal Delaware New Brunswick N. J Coleman England

Supreme court hears judgeship case briefings

The Kansas Supreme Court sat in session this morning to hear quo warranto arguments challenging Judge Andrews and three other district judges. Attorneys argued title validity and constitutional questions while Senator Fred Dumont Smith explained the amendment’s origin. A decision date remains uncertain with potential immediate or delayed announcement.

Supreme Court Bane State of Kansas A. A. Gallard James E. Andrews Andrews Stanley G. C. Clemens David Overmyer Horton W. H. Rossington West Fred Dumont Smith Efe Weat Smith

Looks like murder in St. Marys mystery death

In St. Marys on Sunday night Wilson a colored man of about 40 was found dead with a fore head wound suggesting a fall or blow The tie at his chin was torn His death is termed murder by county health officer DeBarber No coroner's jury was held and no robbery motive is evident Wilson reportedly had a bank balance of one to two hundred dollars

St. Marys Wamed DeBarber Wilson Ind

New York Stocks Show Mixed Opening

Stocks opened weak on Wall Street as railroad and industrial shares faced declines while a handful of issues edged higher. Notable gainers included Amalgamated Copier and Sugar, with some steadier movements seen in others despite broad dullness and volatility across the market.

New York Wall Street St. Padlowe Ieee Salem

Oats Market Turmoil Follows Heavy Decline At Open

Chicago January reports show oats futures collapsing as traders react to massive speculative selling. May oats drop five cents in 80 minutes, with widespread panic selling across corn and wheat futures and a sharp marketwide downturn.

Topeka Market Gossip and Prices Report

Market gossip from Topeka notes prices and activity in livestock grains and dairy. Cattle and hogs mixed while wheat corn and hay show varied movements with weekly trends and receipts. prices and coupons referenced for produce and dairy products.

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