15 Jul 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1901
Page
1
A cold front brought heavy clouds and a light shower to Manhattan and other areas. Reports from Des Moines to St. Paul note cooler, variable conditions with forecasts predicting a warmer trend later. Thunderstorms and sporadic rain hit Atchison Joplin and nearby towns, while humidity and unsettled skies lingered across Nebraska and Iowa.
A fragmentary weather note from Manhattan and Kansas City July 15 describes cooler air sweeping in overnight with light sprinkles and a brief cool-down period. Temperatures are expected to remain steady with limited changes and a brief breeze noted in the region.
Rain fell this forenon at Neowks Rapids with showers described as very light. Reports mention eight rats from Lawrence and floral conditions near Arkanses City and between Newter and Butchigson. The Rio Grande division sees brief rain with heavy impact on crops. alignment extends from early Line Nee Mexico to Alba Quergee.
A brick fell four stories from a building under construction at Pavishurst, striking Perry Lowe on the head. The workman survived after several stitches and may have suffered serious injuries but was not killed.
A bridge burned on the Santa Fe line between Holliting Junction and Bod Semapocia Tunellog halted traffic for about twelve hours. A temporary structure was built overnight and a heavy freight train reached Topelor later. A passenger derailment was avoided by early detection, with officials considering a steel replacement for the burned span.
July 15 El Reno crowds surge for registration at Lawton booths while El Reno houses 8,000 within town. Fifteen thousand move along Cache Creek with border towns bracing for shortages. saloons face large anticipated takings though authorities push temp controls. Churches crowded as crowds flock to camps and rail lines.
August Grotewohl, of 1049 West Street, collapsed in Mayer's barber shop on West Tenth Avenue Saturday evening. He was revived at Roster's drug Store at Tenth and Topeka after treatment. The Newark machinists strike ends as workers return to the job under terms offered.
Weather forecast indicates continuing firm conditions tonight with unsettled patterns. Stormy potential remains limited. winds shift and temperatures stay mild with a chance of light showers late.
Pittsburg July 15 strike action by the Amalgamated Association halts work across tin plate sheet steel and hoop plants in the Mahoning Valley. President Shaffer warns a broader walkout may follow, with 700 to 800 workers sidelined as unions press for recognition rather than wage changes.
Mass walkout by Amalgamated association cripples tin plate plants in Anderson and Middletown Indiana and Cleveland Ohio, with 500 to 1000 workers idle. Cleveland Crescent plant halts. Pittsburg area reports widespread stoppages as strike funds and potential union growth loom.
New York July 15 Secretary of Agriculture Wilson believes reports of corn crop damage from drought are exaggerated. He notes on July 1 conditions were better than last year and hot weather aids development. While Kansas and Nebraska show discouraging results the central belt east of the Missouri and west of the Ohio is not yet badly affected. He will wait for fuller data from Illinois Missouri Iowa Michigan Wisconsin before alarm.
Klondike man H Anderson shown generosity to family in Dickinson County. He bought John Harmer’s farm, cleared debts, funded chores and improvements, and aided multiple relatives. The Swedish college fund and a claim-related salary are noted amid broader praise.
N B Bridges, chief clerk in the state labor commissioner’s office, is considering building a face ice manufacturing plant with a capacity of 76 tons daily. He says interested backers have funds, though the plan remains tentative and not tied to any trust or guarantee, with potential production matching or exceeding current facilities in Texas.
Samuel Orner aged 62 was found dead Sunday morning at his brother in law’s home 1635 Went street. Death attributed to heart and kidney weakness with prostration after years of poor health. An old settler, Mr Orner had lived in Topeka and spent time in California. Funeral services were held at Harley’s undertaking chapel and burial followed at Topeka cemetery.
Reported preparations for a national convention in Frisco unfold with arrival of delegates many expected to attend. A 1600 voice choir to sing national anthem marks opening, with sessions to run for three days as ministers discuss cabinet emphasis and missionary work. Officials note large crowd arrivals and railroad companies anticipate over 100000 travelers by Thursday.
Miss Omu Beers, 18, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Evers, was shot and killed by Herbert Shacklett a former employee who then fatally shot himself. The crime occurred after she attended a local show and returned home alone. Four bullets perforated the body three in the head and abdomen and one in the heart. Witnesses testified to a prior fascination by Shacklett and her rejection of him. The couple were found about three miles west of Newton after a search.
Mrs. Schrader suffered severe burns after gasoline spilled from a stove caused an explosion in the kitchen. Neighbors helped remove burning clothing while she escaped to the yard. She was hospitalized and treated for injuries as responders battled the blaze.
A freight train on new rails near Peabody Kansas derailed after being pulled up by a trestle, blocking the line and sending ten cars off the track. The incident occurred Saturday around five o’clock as the Santa Fe route between Auguste and Mulvane was to pass. Authorities begin clearing debris and assessing damage.
In Aurora Missouri on July 15 a conflict arose when Degetige, believed to be tied to Gurrie Nation, had baggage seized after clashing with opera house management over a balance due. The incident centers on disputed blame for the trouble and the actions of the theater staff.
Thomas Holes, a rural mail messenger on the Missouri Pacific route between here and Fort Scott, fell in a bath tub at a boarding house at No. 620. One rib split in two places, medical aid given by Dr. Lindeau, and the injured man was able to walk about on Sunday.
A fragmented Topeka weather summary notes rain in Oakland and the eastern town, with clouds gathering and warmer weather forecast later. Observer Jennings cites shifting conditions, thunder in the morning, and past temperature readings across Kansas towns.
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