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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1901
Page
11
The Western Secret Society notes turmoil as local Royal League members face suspension amid financial mismanagement. An accountant exposed missing funds since February, prompting reform drives, special convocations, and inter lodge coordination across Topeka and surrounding areas.
State Auditor Cole presides on a contested Kearny County bonds matter concerning registration and proposed refunding. Debate centers on void warrants and alleged scrip, with objectors threatening mandamus to force Judge Foster’s actions and the people vote on indebedness.
At Washington park this afternoon the Young Hand exp. at Boriflo and three-sixteenths with 35000 added money will be contested by the best three year olds and upward. Three Ameri bree colts Lucas and Pink Coat and numerous others are in the field. White Hobert FF Anh Waddell, last derby winner, shows fine form but was defeated by Jitinex, though weighted. rolling Boer among entrants with money.
Mexico Missouri reports a brief rainfall event with a dramatic temperature drop of 365 degrees though likely a garbled OCR reading. The sequence suggests a sharp cool spell impacting crops despite the implausible figure. Further details unclear due to text corruption.
Residents on the Beat Side suffer from fumes as a Santa Fe coal storage pile heats up. Gas drifts over the area making breathing difficult and raising danger of ignition or further harm to those near the pile.
An old advertisement describes difficult digestion and irritability as symptoms. It asserts that sufferers endure misery not by choice but due to their condition and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy to improve taste, stomach tenderness, and overall digestive comfort.
Earl, a drummer, loses his job and sues former employers for unpaid wages. The case involves wage claims, contracts, and potential damages. The article notes the dispute arose after termination and highlights labor rights and compensation issues.
Wittem Muret, agent at the city railway transfer station, was assaulted by two unknown men trying to steal transfers. One man demanded transfers, then both attacked Hurst as he resisted. He fell to the pavement and was struck several times, while a passerby police officer failed to deter the assailants who escaped.
June accounts show the cost of the new North Topeka Reform School building at about 4.08 dollars. The report itemizes costs for several charitable and corrective institutions in the state, starting with the Soldiery Home and Mother Bicker- (text incomplete).
Reports say Officer Hall, under investigation for past abuses including shooting a man and beating a prisoner, may be relieved from duty soon. Police officials and Mayor Hughes pledge harmony while awaiting a police committee decision, with action expected within days.
Damaged text suggests a health claim about a single application affecting lungs and organs with possible testing or evaluation. Readable fragments mention cold symptoms, cola effects, and readiness not clearly tied to a specific device or treatment. Further context needed for precise headline and summary.
A fragmented note outlines internal and external observations on water and tone with garbled phrases. It mentions Bs Us tee om and Bwal St with unclear context. The readable parts reference a water theme and possible diary style entries without a clear narrative or complete facts.
Mount Ayr Ga July 12 Judge Spear of the United States circuit court awarded prize money from the capture of a British steamship during the Spanish American War. The Adula owned by Atlas Steamship and chartered to Don Jose Zolls saw $10,000 set by the owners. after costs, one half goes to the United States and the other half to the officers and enlisted sailors entitled to prize money.
Captain Ralph Ingalls son of former Kansas senator expresses doubt that the Filipino town fire caused 158 or more damage. He cites ease of rebuilding and defends Captain Rowan, while noting Funston as a central figure in Manila and the war outlook.
A man apparently said to have large debts died by his own action with morphine today. He left a letter mentioning his worries and financial pressures. The deceased served in the state legislature, with reference to Siegle and John A. in the text. Further details on the events and names are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Listings show transfers from Lue and Chapman to Jno C man for $200 and other parcels. Additional deeds involve M Hitaa to Joseph Marah, J Norton to Joel toe Stwveng, and a Fin Jota Ritento’s add sale. Also recorded are Hadham and wife to Cora Te Lerow, F Meyers to Jacob Meyers for $1,000, and Anne Keltaman’s property to F W Fisher plus Arlington Heights blocks and lots transfers.
Washington July 1 Secretary Root decided not to accept Captain Strong's resignation. Officials say no formal action was taken yet and Root ordered a dispatch to Strong stating the resignation would stand until received by mail through official channels. The dispatch cites an escapade in Sarandace involving Strong.
Fragmentary notice reports the death of Lieut Rameny in Washington and mentions General Chast watenwen and RN volunteers. The garbled text references a memorial or funeral in Seguin with a band performance by Marshall's band at Garfield Park and a product mention of Victores Baking Powter.
The fragment discusses ICE TRUST TAXES with a claim the company pays only $36.80 per year. It mentions fees, gains, and an unclear reference to borrowing money being human and reper, suggesting a financial ledger or quote context. The readable text is fragmented and lacks concrete details or entities beyond the company and tax figure.
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