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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1901
Page
6
Legislators debate wide tires as a nuisance to road policy. Remington argues narrow tires are better on mud and only useful on macadam roads. The Senate slows or deletes its approval, while the House removes its disapproval. Debate touches on taxes and property to road funding, with mixed views on benefits and costs.
A distorted OCR style passage discusses political figures and opinions with numerous unclear phrases. It mentions an unnamed speaker claiming privilege and references Democrats and Populists amid disjointed references to vote directions and party alignment, without coherent events or outcomes.
An OCR fragment mentions criminal statutes and weapons, including concealed carry and pistol phrases. It references a house, SSDI terms, and varying season notes, but the text is garbled and lacks clear facts or names.
The report covers measures favoring registration and election procedures amid political contention. Key items include polling hours from 6 to 7:30 p.m., the status of asylum repeal efforts, and committee actions on bills by Representative Short and Senator Chanty.
The first party measure to reach the senate, a bill by Senator Pestana on printing and distribution of ballots at public expense, for nominating party officers and regulating ballot form, drew Republican support but faced questions over its impact on Sunta. The bill proposes four tickets and four boxes and bars any name containing more than one word from appearing on the ticket, with the word party required on one line.
New York January 20 special to the Call notes the unresolved question of timing for an extra congressional session before or after March 4. The Supreme Court action affects plans, with a two week February recess and possible focus on Porto Rico and the Philippines. McKinley supports Philippine legislation, signaling congressional action ahead of the new term.
Mrs. Carrie Nation attended a State Temperance union gathering in the Auditorium last night. She refused a gold medal bid, preferring the funds be used for practical needs and urging support for women’s rights and honest politics. Nation quoted Shakespeare and referenced ongoing debates as she spoke before reporters and attendees.
A Topeka Presbyterian church rally led by Carrie Nation and Mrs B Woltman of Enterprise lauded earnest temperance work and urged women to join the movement. Nation described her raid on saloons smashing mirrors and bottles, vowed to keep up the effort, and announced plans to form a women’s band with a meeting at the Auditorium.
The Jefferson hotel blaze at 102-106 New York leaves two dead and many injured. A contractor named John Wealth, 50, is severely burned, while Edward Marshall crawled down the fire escape unassisted after escaping with his prosthetic leg. A police officer and hotel proprietor John Chatfield are among those aiding victims during the dramatic rescue.
A Star special from Kansas City reports Pat Crowe, wanted in Omaha for a kidnapping, is under police search after a disturbance incident in Joplin. He allegedly offered his mare and claimed about 300 gold pieces, and he avoided being photographed, fueling belief he is the suspect. Liamie Moloney, ex-chief in South Omaha, and associates are detained, with photos distributed to authorities.
A London Anglican circle expects shifts in church leadership and ritual after Edward VII's accession. A potential outcome is favoring certain bishops like Talbot of Rochester. observers note the choice of new London bishop will shape the clergy's stance and practice in England.
Fragmented item from Taasta Columbus dated January 30 outlines plans for a forthcoming banquet with mentions of speakers and the event’s purpose, though many words are garbled. It references Lingsin births, Bryan Jefferson and Jackson, and an alleged tie to a bride and ranchers.
Several shooters gathered yesterday afternoon for basic trap practice. Wind kept birds moving, with low scores explained by gusts. J Catlett and others posted notable marks, including a 30 yard fine by an unnamed shooter.
Washington Jan 10 The president has decided to resume official dinner parties, justified by heart health improvement. Invitations likely February 14 after memorial service for the late queen. The text includes garbled local Crawford county references and uncertain mentions of House and Senate actions on a controversy, with notes on two county representatives and committee votes.
The market report shows uneven opening with cattle futures lower and hogs steady to lower. Kansas City and Topeka markets report receipts, price movements, and product quotes, while weather and broader market cues influence grains and dairy pricing across regions.
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