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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1901

Page

6

Yacht Race Drama Near Lightship Details

The intricate race between Constitution Independence and Columbia unfolds with shifting winds north and southwest. Indications show Constitution gaining on Columbia and Independence as tempests and tactical maneuvers impact progress. The report notes early start struggles, gear setups, and a tense chase past Beatenan’s Poles, with decisive signals as the ships near the finish.

Eest Ant Thouist Goeplie Columbia Independence Dan Wise Colummbin Port Nile Henry Wirish Columbazide Fran Photie Wing He Eer Batenan Snall Shy Caret Heuntee Haut Uchiahlo Fred Ty Eouths Hashwad Morgan Toni Jude Stalian Anivara

Lentz Contest Case Opens in House Clerk’s Office

Washington January Alexander Me Dowell clerk of the house of representatives today opened and sent to the public printer the testimony in the contest case of John J Lentz versus Emmett Tompkins involving the seat from the Tenth district. Tompkins denies the charges but offers no testimony. Seven contest cases were opened in all with one involving the Seventh South Carolina district connected to Dr Stokes who has since died.

Washington, Jaz Alexander Me Dowell House of Representatives John J. Lents Terreus Matt Tompkins Congress Tompkins Deni Stokes Aince Howe Ives

Ice trust reforms spark Topeka price relief measures

The Topeka council investigates ice deliveries amid relief efforts for the poor. Councilman Nichols leads a committee reporting plans to ensure regular sea ice supply, eliminating coupon books, and offering bulk chunks at fixed cents. Citizens are urged to report short weights to Food Inspector J. P. Farrsworth for correction.

Topeka Lce Trust Hughes Nichols Conneilman Nichols Merced Catuness Nichola Wagner J. P. Farrsworth

Destructive Cloudburst Sweeps San Andres Canon

A cloudburst near San Andres Canon south of Albuquerque, New Mexico, wrecks two Hopkins Shaffey wagons drawn by four mules. A four foot high flood carried wagons down the arroya. Three drowned, one driver rescued downstream a mile away, another saved by clinging to a tree branch.

Albuquerque San Andess Canon Hopkins-Shaffey Canon Hinself

Indianapolis Insanity Trust Grand Jury Inquiries Begun

The Indianapolis grand jury began testimony on the alleged insanity trust involving doctors and officials. For two years they are said to have conducted hundreds of insanity inquests and collected large fees, with indictments now expected based on the evidence presented.

Indianapolis

State approves paving tax for Buchanan Street frontage

The executive council met to authorize a 28 assessment on brick paving along Buchanan Street in front of the governor’s residence. The body also discussed funding for a hosting plant, choosing to delay major expenditure and equip work with manual labor as a cost saving. Godard and Clark were named to a subcommittee overseeing the new project.

Kankan Buchanan Fremin Godard Clark Geen

Raid on the Royal ends with arrests of bartenders

Police raided the Royal this noon at 12 30 capturing bartenders tied to theft and illicit trade. Fred Simmons Mike Thompson and Chris Davis named as keepers of the loot. A keg beer ice chest and pump seized. Bob Shelby paid 26 dollars for the defendants. Report mentions unrelated cable about Admiral Cromwell and Europe affairs.

Fred Simmons Mike Thommpson Chis Davis Rai Bob Shelby

Kaiser’s New Yacht Construction Plans Announced

The report states Germany will build a new yacht in American design and build, with plant specifications ready in about weeks and submission to the German naval attache in Washington for approval. After approval, tenders will be advertised in the regular manner, and the yacht is expected to be sea ready by April next.

New York Ptbasay Washington America

Three Men Arrested Under Sunday Closing Law

Three Kannas avenue clothing dealers were arrested Sunday for violating the Sunday ordinance. A Roblantte, Serinopalis, and A Sama Samuel face charges for exposing for sale while claiming exemption for religious observance. Prosecution notes they closed on Saturday but the police see a case against them. Hearings scheduled for this afternoon at 1 o'clock.

Kannas Avenue A. Roblantte St. 8 Serinopalis A. Sama- Samuel

Five Thousand Waiting for OK Shelter Openings

More than 5000 people in Oklahoma City awaited August 6 housing openings in the new country. Frustration rose as applicants learned they could not register locally and must travel to Lawton or El. attendance was widespread and plans unsettled as the process faced delays.

Oklahome Ciy Lawton Or

Fighting the Paving Protest Against Kansas Avenue from Tenth to Fourteenth

A local protest confronts the city council over paving Kansas Avenue between Tenth and Fourteenth. Opponents report active efforts to stop work and influence council votes. Appraisers have been reviewing the street segments this week and will report tonight, with city cost if the protest wins.

Kansas Avenue Atrest Tenth Fourteenth Counci

Alma Is Sued Over 1859 Improvement Bonds

The city of Alma in Waubansee county is the defendant in a U S district court suit brought by Guaranty Savings Bank of New Hampshire. The bank seeks 3750 dollars plus interest since October 4 1888 on 500 general improvement bonds issued April 4 1859. Coupons of 17 50 dollars per bond were payable in New York City and have repeatedly been refused. Larimer is counsel for the bank.

Alma Waubansee County United States District Court Guaranty Savings Bank New Himpshire Wuta City of Biome Agency Hansas New York City Gueranty Savings Bank Larimer

Charges Lakefield farmer found dead in barn amid murder allegations

A farmer Thomas Applesate was found dead in his barn with suspected foul play. Samuel Chin faces charges related to the death as investigators and regional officials review connections to hemp trade and a military inquiry into Col Heistand. The case and related investigations face postponement as authorities in Washington assess details.

Samuel Chin Thomas Applesate Todey Hogers Het Witnans Pd Solaris Heistand Washington San Prencisco War Department Senate Geteber

Opening of Wichita Comanche and Kiowa Reservation

WF Evans praises Buccs efforts and recalls congressional action. The Wichita Comanche Kiowa and Apache reservations have been targeted for opening to settlement since the Cleveland era. Pressure rose as grazing rights and settlement were debated before the department and Congress.

I Ohy Vans Femal Bocklara Cleveland Congress Wichita Wrosta Department

Professor Lough Sermon at First Methodist Church

Rev Lough a history professor at Baker University Baldwin preached at the First Methodist Church Sunday morning and evening. He argued for liberty in Cuba and praised providence in freedom, defending the Bible against higher criticism and urging faith in enduring truth despite social agitation. Attendance at services was very good.

A. Lough Baker University Baldwin First Methodist Church Cuba United States Lowrh Uber

Reading Iron and Railway Strike Presses On

Reading Pa July 4 The Philadelphia and Reading Railroad yard strike continues with over 109 blocked freight cars and workers demanding higher wages and a shorter workday. Locomotive hosts and Reading Iron Company workers press for raises as 2,600 iron workers and 1,250 railway shop units remain idle amid stalled talks and pending multilateral actions.

Reading Philadelphia Wayne Junction Newberry Junction Williamsport Pont Hue Treicht Birge Prince Reading Iron Company Soaedeeius Welsh Yester

A Royal Duel Between Duca Aosta and Russian Prince

A Rome dispatch reports a duel last week between the Duke of Aosta and a Russian prince believed to be Duke Eugene of Leutohesbers. The Russian prince sustained a severe sword wound, and speculation centers on a motive tied to a royal comment about the queen during a Naples visit. The duel drew wide interest due to the principals' rank and potential political implications.

New York Rome Duke of Aosta Italy Camodue Eugene of Russias King of

Oil Strike Rumors Sparks Duval Nueces Boom

Dispatches from Corpus Christi report a major oil strike near Piedras Pintos in Duval county two miles from the city. A prominent geologist says a vast oil pool under Duval and Nueces counties extends far into Tampico, Mexico, potentially the richest in the world. Dozens of wells are planned offshore near the sea gusher as land values soar and a new town may rise immediately.

Corpus Christi Texas Willy Piedras Pintos Duval County Tas Place Duval Nueces Tampics Mexico

European Crops Weekly Review by Mark Lane Express

The Mark Lane Express reports mixed crop prospects across Europe. Rain may not boost yields. in France farmers see prices 10 percent below government estimates, Spain's harvest strong at 12 500 000 quarters, Russia Spring wheat weak though winter wheat and rye look good, autumn crops mostly above average but spring barley and oats below par.

Mark Lane Express London Paris Spain Russia

Santa Fe adopts new railroad code after Chicago session

Officials of the Santa Fe have revised and adopted a new transportation code, aligning with modern railroading conditions. General Managers Mudgee and Welle, and General Superintendents Nixon and Dolan chaired a three day Chicago session. The code, based on the American Railway Association rules, tightens employee examinations, requires biennial reexamination, clarifies railroad terms, and aims for uniform standards across the system.

Santa Fe Chicago Mudgee Welle Coast Nnes Nixon Gulf Itnee Dolan American Railway Association Senta Fe Ve “Bullivan Tlinole Central Filgets General United States Santee Ont Raikoad Nnd Onl Ats Rall

Arbitration Leaders Arrive to Resolve Rail Joint-Track Dispute

Grand Master Sargent and Deputy Chief Younger visit Denver to mediate a wage and staffing dispute between Santa Fe and Colorado Southern engineers and firemen on the Denver Pueblo joint track. They will interpret railway rules and secret orders to determine how many workers from each road are employed and align wages with eastern standards.

Sargent Younger Denver F. PL Sargent Peoria Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen Locomotive Engineers Santa Fe and Colorado Southern Railway Pueblo Santa Fe Colorado Southern Fremen Abiaie

Hackett to resign as secretary July report states

Washington Herald correspondent says Frank W Hackett will tender his resignation as secretary in the absence of Sed Long. No successor named. Bee Everson of Porto Rico is among those suggested. London notes July report on rifle association meeting proceedings with weather conditions and Canada team absence.

New York Washington The Herald Frank W. Hackett Pee Sed Long McKini Pau Eee Chu Allen Bee Everson Porto Hico Risley London Coloninix Canada

Market report highlights mixed demand and steady wheat

The market opened with selling by locals and a cautious shift in price as professionals traded on futures. Wheat quotes and cash prices showed firmness some days, while dairy and meat markets reflected varied demand with pork and butter steady, and rail stocks weakening as the session progressed.

Eal Louse Focals Mirouk Ted Wes Somntselon Holmes Focal Ava

Market Goasi in Sudhetcip near Cooning

Market notes record mixed prices for Wheat and cattle with bids around 28,000 usd. Mentions Kiln Goods and regional towns including Chih head and Baden Seen Se, noting local activity and prices. A hazy entry references buyers and sellers and a potential purchase scenario, naming Corton and American items.

Goasi oSrsieee Tim Bhits Swads Lee Ats Wit Pitt Baden

Money Market Report from New York Update

In New York the money market shows rates around five percent on call loans and four percent on other short term paper. The scene notes activity in government securities and commercial paper with varied yields and steady demand.

New York Poiene Murting & Cee Shoahora

Fragmented OCR market brief with jumbled names

A garbled newspaper fragment mentions a market or trade context with disjointed names and places. It references Kansas City and a bank, with scattered terms like stock and merchants. No clear events or outcomes are identifiable from the readable text.

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