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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
8
Governor Stanley announces plans for Fitzhugh Lee to open the Executive Mansion, signaling a public ceremony and ceremonial duties. Local officials and residents anticipate a formal event marking the mansion’s accessibility to state leadership.
Public reception arranged for General Fitzhugh Lee at the governor’s mansion on February 14 from 2 to 5 PM. Committees from each G A R post in the city will help host, led by J J Bevelie Lincoln post O H Coulter Topeka post and W C Crawford GO gauge post.
The article outlines the lineage of a Confederate general, noting his birth in Clermont Virginia, and relation to General Hubert Eyre and Light Horse Figure Lee. It recounts his education at West Point, Civil War service under Ewell, promotions to brigadier general and major general, and his later governorship of Missouri. It also covers his Havana tenure as consul general under Cleveland, and touches on Weyler’s recall amid Cuban unrest.
A Topeka resident recalls breakfast success with Grape Nuts after a five year absence abroad. The anecdote highlights easy preparation, cream addition, and claimed health benefits following stomach troubles and poor health in a hot climate. The writer mentions Battle Creek and experiences in various locales.
The officer was promoted to brigadier general in the regular army. He married Ellen Bermind, daughter of George Fowle of Alexandria, Virginia, in 1875. They have two sons and three daughters.
Admiral Schley was hosted by the Louisville Knights Templar in Lauleville Jan 30. He toured a snowbound city, spoke at Eris High School, had breakfast with Mr and Mrs T L Jefferson, visited the Masonic Widows and Orphans home, and addressed inmates at the Industrial School of Reform. A parade was canceled due to the weather and a Gait House reception was planned for the evening.
John Corbin of Brooklyn has been told he is heir to Bronx property valued at 15000 dollars. A lawyer who found the heir is pursuing additional parcels potentially worth about 10000 dollars. The inheritance traces to Peter Robillard Guernsey, a 19th century fortune seeker, whose estate was thought lost until title research uncovered ownerless land in the Bronx and Corbin as heir.
Louisville January 30 reports show little improvement after a severe storm. Telegraph lines to the south remain cut, trains delayed, and streetcars slow to move. Fruit and shade trees likely suffer heavy losses as power lines break and telegraph facilities fail. Temperature at dawn was 26 degrees below zero with ice covering many areas.
The Wichita centered battle over the Republican at large convention location ends with Leland backed faction claiming a 21 to 10 victory over Burton supporters. Leavenworth gains ten delegates, soldiers' home votes expand Bailey influence, while postmasters clash over venue delaying access to the federal room.
John Willis Baer general secretary of the World's Christian Endeavor Union arrived in Denver and will go east to invite the city to host the national convention in 190%. Immediate work begins to raise at least 15000 dollars to cover expenses for the great gathering.
Mrs Hurpa Saxxuay of Sait Lele City Utah writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her menstrual pain after physicians failed for over a year and six bottles restored her health, noting Mormon women also found relief. Mrs Pinkham offers free advice to sick women and provides Lynn, Massachusetts address.
A vintage advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a near miraculous remedy for indigestion. It argues most people suffer stomach distress from irregular habits and overindulgence, claims the product digests food without the stomach, and promises restoration of natural digestion and stronger overall health.
A collection of testimonials extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for relief from chronic indigestion and dyspepsia. Sufferers from North Carolina to Maryland report pain relief, better meals, and improved daily well being after using the product, praising its perceived effectiveness. Several letters credit significant life quality gains and long trials with the remedy.
Topeka and district events recap from the Midwinter Exposition includes Kansas Day observations in schools, several political and civic notes, and local business moves. Ed Brown attends district court, Fritz Littjohann buys Midlands hotel, and Royal Neighbors host a supper. Observers note Topeka hotels full, civic figures in town, and ongoing Kansas politics commentary.
Winter and Harry Webber as Nicholas Nip and George Recor as Tracer Tuck emerge as clear stars of the performance. The Gazette notes Nip and Tuck outshine other acts, reflecting a tougher reception for the Em poria presentation compared with Topeka.
New York January report notes Century Road Club Association to award 16 club prizes for 19 descriptions this year. Awards emphasize best overall performance across century and mileage classes rather than separate event results. The 61st century and mileage medal go to the member with the best combined record. Points system grants 120 points per century within four hours plus one point per mile ridden.
A letter quotes a woman who followed Dr Pierce’s advice and used his Favorite Prescription. She reports good health and thanks the doctor for his guidance. The message also mentions Pleasant Pellets as part of the regimen.
The rules set a 2 point premium for a century and credit each member’s year end total as miles ridden plus 20 points per century. Women compete for the Cornish trophy a gold medal and the century limits include only one century per 24 hours and at least ten hours rest between centuries under the 14 hour rule.
Peter Len born 1804, a former slave, died on the Castle Point estate of Colonel Edwin A. Stevens in Hoboken New Jersey. Freed after slavery ended, Len had briefly left for liberty but returned, choosing life at the Stevens home for years thereafter.
Chicago January 30 the board of education fixed a total expenditure of 4 214 201 for public schools for the coming year. The 1901 total was 7 452 898 and the building fund rises by 1051.42. To save money the board reduced 2 500 grade teachers principals and officials. Schools to remain open for a full forty week term.
Harry M. Prouse, a young soldier, could not reach Chicago and was helped home by San Francisco police chief Waitman, Capt. Seymour, and Superior Judge Hunt who contributed funds. Prouse plans to repay the advances. A farmer, B E T Kinkaid of Tevis seeks stolen horses and a spring wagon after discovering his team missing from his barn.
Chicago January 3 The Illinois Pure Food Commission issues a terse statement accusing several grocers of violating consumer protection laws. The announcement lists firms under investigation and warns of potential penalties, emphasizing stricter oversight of labeling and pricing practices.
A tramp named Leslie Baker lay in the city jail with mumps for days. Before leaving office Chief Stahl asked O M Baker of Allen to send funds for the boy’s farm home. The parent refused, saying the son has no claim and will not be helped or allowed home.
Fragmentary OCR record shows a suit against a deceased man with names Mary Christianeda and Frank Than. It mentions Crum, a death, and a verdict possibly linked to a sale and settlement, but the text is garbled and omits clear dates, places, and outcomes.
In New York and Wellington reports, religious and political figures debate American marriage customs, urging moderation and noting British influence. The Archbishop of Canterbury expresses cautious views on marriage practices in the United States, while figures like W Fielding discuss international influence and policy. Wellington news notes New Zealand's readiness to grant duty rebates for British goods on British ships.
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