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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1901

Page

5

Buenos Ayres Riots Spark martial law debate in senate

A riot in Buenos Aires prompts government move toward martial law for the district. The senate approves martial law while the deputies weigh the question. Protests continue and offices along the Plaza are guarded by troops as authorities seek order. A separate notice mentions a round trip fare and a baking powder ad embedded in the item.

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Four Die In Racially Charged Fleetwood Clash

Ironton July 4 reports say John and Albert Slaughter and Riley Slaughter were beaten and another Slaughter badly wounded, with Albert Shell nearly severing his jugular. The fight, rooted in a white bay and a colored man dispute, sparked arrests for safety as tensions remain high and further violence feared.

Ironton Fleetwood John Albert Riley Br Owens Albert Shell

Police Jottings on a July Hog Party and Drunken Row

Chief Stahl disrupts a Fourth of July revelry along the river, Seizing a keg as several partygoers fall into comatose or drunken states. Officers detain youths, a Swedish immigrant Andrew Logaston, and merchant McGregor while Raymond Eva and Joseph Webbler clash with police. Hopkins clubs Webbler, who is later confined in the bull pen amid a disorderly crowd.

Stahl Satan Tom

Mellotte general store burns in Hill City fire

Fire at J A Mellotte's general store in Hill City destroyed building and stock worth about 10 with insurance around 7. Incendiary suspicion noted. Adjoining Mrs Ro Green's goods and building damaged about 3. Firefighters saved nearby structures while danger to several buildings was averted. Leipzig suicide report mentions another bank director.

BM City Ban J. A. Mellotte Mra Ro Green

Refund Bond Law Case Progress in Topeka

The article explains efforts to refund bonds for Chase county under a new law. An attorney general opinion was sought and a case prepared to challenge the law’s interpretation. The auditor of state agreed to withhold registration if needed, and a court decision is awaited tomorrow. The old bonds’ lender demanded court affirmation before surrender, exchanging them for new bonds. By B. Kelly, Topeka, July 6, 1901.

Sezou Fundal House Senate Chase County Seem Ae Ae Prs NG Tomney Pearl Supreme Court Attorney General Chaze County BS Security BB. Kelly Topeka Kas

Lawless Soldiers Terrorize Rail Route Through New Mexico

Discharged Black soldiers on a moving train shoot at civilians near Holbrook and Winslow, injuring two men one fatally and wounding another in the arm. Albuquerque dispatch notes citizens armed themselves at Winslow station and forced the train to depart with soldiers still on board amid depredations along the route.

Albuquerque Sant Holbrook Frankman Winslow Chat Town

Elizabeth Dickinson Baptized into Mormon Faith in New York Bay

In Jersey City and the New York Bay area Miss Elizabeth Dickinson, former secretary of the Young People's Society of Christ in Endeavor, was baptized into the Mormon faith. Around 10 to 40 missionaries and converts from New York and Brooklyn attended a service of song, prayer, and testimony. polygamy was not mentioned. William J Snow, John Baird, and Elder Samuel Nett attended, with Nett performing the baptism. The service featured remarks by Widers Net, DD, Clyte, and Cummings.

New York Jersey City New York Bay Elizabeth Dickinson Young People’s Society of Christ In Endeavor Port Morris Brooken Mormon Conference John & Baird Eastern States Mission Samuel Nett Widers Net Clyte Bof Cummings Salt Lake City Mies Tickinses Neff

Dr J Mendes de Solla Dead in Denver

Dr J Mendes de Solla, once a prominent Jewish rabbi, died of asthma in Denver at age unknown. Born to a family of churchmen, he abandoned religion and published The Delusions and Evils of Religion. He served at the tabernacle in Richmond and his last charge was Emmanuel Church, aiding its funding while later teaching languages.

J. Mendes de Solla Denver Colo J. Mendes Solla de Bolle Acen de Latin Sella Grst Asierica Ute Tabernacle Richmond Ter Emmanuel Pul

Soldier Killed in Train Shooting Incident

A soldier from a regiment of goloed troops passing Topeka on Thursday was shot and killed when a comrade opened fire as the train passed through Ne Blasie. The weapon discharged during an apparent dispute over a bag with a value of about one hundred dollars. The assailant fled by leaping from the era.

Goloed Topeka Blasie

Local Race Reports and Fires Span Busy Kansas City Day

St Josape races drew attendees including Hanne Charies Zeye and J. W. White while observers noted hot, humid weather and some hat loss. Fire incidents at multiple addresses, including a cracker start on a foot and a barn blaze near Durant's Street, prompted quick responses from the fire department. Local officials reported beer shortages due to overworked producers, and Robert D. Maxwell announced a banana and rubber farming project in Central America, with regional industrial chatter and health tips about staying hydrated in the heat.

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Pittsture Signatures in Steel Strike Edges Toward Settlement

July 5 reports little change in the steel strike. Amalgamated association headquarters are quiet as President Shaffer denies invitations to New York talks, mentions a Milwaukee trip for Federal Steel settlement, and says no new developments. Cleveland Hardware signs the Amalgamated pledge as talks stall. Shaffer denies any ultimatum or plan to strike if no settlement by a set time.

Pittsture Amalgamated Association Shaffer New York United States Steel Corporation Milwaukee Federal Steel Company Cleveland Hardware Company Cleveland Ohio

Dayton Manufacturing sues labor union for 25000 damages

Dayton Manufacturing sues the metal polishers union and members for 25000 damages in a test case aimed at establishing personal liability in labor disputes. The suit follows a long strike by the polishers and names the union as a focal party. In a separate item, the National Cash Register plant mourns the death of vice president Frank J Patterson.

Dayton Dayton Manufacturing Company Asother Patterson Dice Darton National Cash Register Company Frank J. Patterson

Warner Finds Zinc at Farm Near Grover East of Topeka

Councilman James Warner believes he has found a promising initial zinc tone on a farm near Grover about 15 miles east of Topeka. Severed specimens show good assay results in the small. J D Reeder and Jack Briggs have prospected the farm for some time and their work is viewed as encouraging. An old tale from the Civil War era mentions zinc in paying quantities, with later efforts to finish the specimens revealing large traces of silver. Mr Warner is a practical miner who previously mined gold in Colorado.

James Warner Bieves Grover Topeka Kr. Warner J. D. Reeder Jack Briggs Tie Ferm Mr. Warner Aald Thie Place Warner Lavsing Colorado

Reading Pa. Railroad Employees Honored for Service Years

Reading Pa report notes railroad workers receive long service recognition. The article mentions veteran employees, aging staff, and a leadership update with the presidency and treasurership roles within the company. The piece highlights tenure milestones and company esteem for seasoned workers.

Mayor Hughes Seeks Cooler Fountain Plan

Disjointed notes describe Mayor Hughes Saye Gheldon addressing a heated fountain debate. A proposed cooler arrangement aims to prevent overheating while preserving function, with residents reacting and officials considering timing and implementation.

Hughes Gheldon Patlore

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