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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1901

Page

8

Ambassador Myer Seya Says King Expressed Strong U S Friendship

Ambassador Myer Seya, on route to Boston via London, reported to the Associated Press that the King of Italy expressed the strongest friendship toward the United States and spoke with intimate knowledge of American affairs. Myer recalled the pope sighting and noted Italian interest in American business and reciprocal trade.

Myer Tondon George V. J. Myer Italy London Boston Tyree Byer Eppears United States Fabian Quettion Philippines Reme Arch of Bis Te Br Rome

Hay Association Formed in Town Meeting for Cheaper Fend

A town meeting at noon formed a hay association named Bay Surpass to seek cheaper hay and feed. Wire elected chairman and B Birker secretary. J Chatham FB Wise and 3 Stpeat named to a committee to determine next steps. Charles Wordhat, a noted journalist, died after a long illness, having lived in Ser Sands before moving to Panarium where he passed away.

Santa Fe Wire Wan B. Birker J . Chatham FB Wise Ap Pulnind Sould

9,000 Return to Work. Cladentt, O. July 15

nine thousand workers return to duty after a July 15 schedule adjustment. unclear details but notes a work resumption and company named Cladentt. mentions Tachibiats in context of personnel.

Cladentt, O Twe Tho

July Excursions on The Great Rock Island Route

July excursions advertise the Rock Island Route with low fares for trips including Glenwood Springs to Ogden, Lake and return, Colorado Springs to Cincinnati via July 22, and San Francisco to Oakland?

Great Rock Island

Tent Evangelist Sermon Sparks Political Calamity Claims

A Topeka meeting of ex-Kansas City preacher Gourley warned Republicans will trigger trouble if political power dominates church life. He argued Christians must oppose liquor, support public utilities, Sabbath observance, and arbitration while attacking Methodists and Catholics as enabling more control. He referenced past clashes with Kansas University students and cited local political figures.

Seys H. Gourtey Kansas University Lawrence North Topeka Politi Rome Ander Jesus Christ John Alex Dowie New Holy Catholic Church Mistter McCabe Kansas St. Marve and Leavenworth Publc Troutman Republian Kankiai Pulatiel Aaeaiatanlan Gourley Lan Kanean Oaline

Iron Molders Strike Ties Up Chicago Firms

Chicago iron molders union members walked out today as machinists strike continues. Officials estimate up to a thousand workers could be affected as factories consider closing molding departments or meeting union demands. Local leaders pursue a peaceful settlement with officials.

Chicago Iron Molders’ Union Wetke

Unpaid Board Bills Spark Theater Baggage Dispute

The Jussey Stock company faces arrest and baggage seizures in Lawrence as Frank Long, Oxford hotel proprietor, seeks payment of 13470 for two weeks’ board. Actors including W. J. McCarty and D. Crawford allegedly escaped with props while others left behind items. Ferguson collected about 259 in small change from promised wages and notes of unpaid board. Madge Burks and Fimama Thimpsor also had property seized. 16 year old Burks was left penniless at the Oxford.

Jussey Stock Company Dagin Lawrence Marshal Stonestreet Frank Long Oxford Hotel W. J. McCarty Rock Island Mr. Long Jeb Hecht Crawford Uehts Mr. Benz J. W. Ferguson D. A Crawford Ferguson 0. T. Crawford Stoke Street Fimama Thimpsor Madge Burks Albuquerque NW. M Oxford

Famine Threat Looms Across Russian Empire

Correspondence from St. Petersburg reports widespread famine fears as of June 21. No rain since early June has withered eastern fields, with Samara Istomi and Volga provinces hardest hit. Bashkirs and Tartars face extreme vulnerability amid grain shortages and cattle losses.

Preas St. Petersburg Samara Istomi Voleur Kasen Volgs Winitever

Boers do well in South Africa says London desk

New York dispatch quotes Britain's returning officers skeptical about South Africa. They claim the railways are secure and small zones near Bloemfontein Pretoria and Johannesburg allow limited normal life but overall progress is limited. Lord Methuen praised as energetic and resourceful, while criticism of Mr Steyn grows amid escape news.

New York South Africa Tribune London Bloemfontein Pretoria Johannesburg Leung’s Nek Transvaal Orange River Colony Rhony England Steyn Broadiie Lord Methuen

Rain Spoils Predictions at Baxter Springs

Rain at Baxter Springs Kansas on Sunday unsettled weather forecasts as a light shower hit Easter Springs and Gatens, dropping temperatures by about 20 degrees. It marks the first rain since June 15 when three inches fell, with chances of corn and hay crops affected and uncertain.

Baxter

Mr M kinley Takes His First Automobile Ride

Canton July 11 President Mc Kinley for first time rode in an automobile. His Canton friend Zeb Davis accompanied him and steered through the streets with careful handling to avoid mishap. The president enjoyed the drive but clung to the seat as curves appeared and praised straightaways, while Davis, an automobile manufacturer, navigated the routes safely.

Canton Mc Kinley Washington Zeb Davis Davis Wip Althoug Tribe Ge Furbelows

A Case of It In Topeka Prompts Proof Claim

A Topeka case describes Mia A Von Wolf reporting backache and worsened symptoms after overtaxing herself. She notes severe flank pain worsened by exertion or cold and disturbed sleep. The testimonial mentions a Poster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sale and the product name Doun's, implying a medical or patent remedy claim.

Topeka Mia. A. von Wolf Ae Street Milburn Co Buffalo M. Y United States Doun's

Winding Up the Expo in Paris 1900

American matters at the Paris Show nearly settled. Benjamin D Wood, inspector general of the 1900 exposition, handed over final building and site details to French officials. Some errors remain in proof sheets of awards to American exhibitors. The U S embassy reports are prepared for President McKinley in Washington. Mr Sa is planning home in August and will be greeted by President Loubet before departure.

Paris Associated Press Benjamin D. Woodwird Champ de Mars United States Paria Ha Washington Loubet

Crowded Wichita Family Faces Homeless Conditions

July 25 article reports eight Dustin family members in Wichita housed in a single bed at a home near the stockyards. Five children and parents are to be taken into custody for probate proceedings while the rest sleep on gacks and are forced to discard items to the porch each morning. They lack clothing and shoes, with one girl wearing only tires and others barefoot. pockets agent found a raw tin can in use.

Wichita Dustin ChalGren Pocietys

Hamilton Gets It Special Assistant Attorney General

Hamilton was named special assistant attorney general late Saturday by Attorney General A A Godard. He had resisted as auditor for Cawnee counts to avoid the vacancy caused by Tracy’s resignation as United States district judge. Hamilton began duties in the attorney general's office today. The appointment surprised many as Archie F Williams and Charles E Gault had been discussed as likely candidates. It was believed Williams would receive the post, but Hamilton’s selection came swiftly from county politics.

Giné Hamilton Okcee Oy A.A. Godard Hamilton Ghawnee Counts BH. Tracy J. Lambert United States Hamilton Seneral Archie F. Wiliams Charles E. Gault Williams Muditer

Topeka Lawyer Welch Political Figure and Educator

Charles D. Welch, a Topeka lawyer and former educator, served as editor and county official, taught at Topeka High School, and held roles in Washburn College and the State Normal. Born mid career, Welch began as a State Journal carrier and later led Edson Normal School in Topeka.

Kansas Topeka Ranabs Charles D. Welch Sather Sy Street Gertrude Dewer Stockton Washiure Mr. Welch The State Journal

Six Million Surplus Hint From Santa Fe Year Report

Advance figures from the Santa Fe statement for the year hint at a prosperous period with a projected surplus over all charges of about five million dollars, about two percent on common stock. The preliminary earnings and expenses forecast shows gross earnings around 353,780,000 with operating costs and preferred dividends outlined and a rising surplus expected.

Santa Fe Eereae

Law Suit Over 20 Cents Sparks City Court Action

A dispute over 20 cents led to a city court case against Mr and Mrs Bate. The Hammate household workers alleged amounts of 1.90 with work cited. The claim faced inconsistencies and possible flight, with details unclear in the damaged text.

Bate Haramatt Icouteedad Barmmatt

Summer Outing to Rocky Mountain Regions by Union Pacific

Travel notice from Missouri River, listing one fare round trip rates to Colorado and nearby Colorado regions. Valid June 18 to July 1 and August 1 to August 31 with return by October 3. Low correspondent rates from intermediate points, full details at agents FL A Lewis and J C Fulton, 525 Kansas Avenue.

Rocky Mountain Colorado Lunior Pacific Union Pacific Missouri Minsouri Hive FL. A. Lewis Keuses Avenue J.C. Fulton

Steikers Return to Work After Short Strike

Workers at TiO plant resume duties in Wilmington after a brief walkout. The dispute centered on wages and hours, with an agreed 1½ week boost and a temporary pay scale during the strike. Strikers faced resumed duties and resumed production as negotiations continue.

Wilmington Tio Morton

Back From the Dead in Chicago Ball Club Revival

A torn line of text reports a claim that Anson May may take charge of a Chicago national baseball club. The piece references a Charlton epidemic in the Delta, noting high animal mortality and a virus inoculation program spreading near Victores Baking Powder. The garbled OCR yields unclear dates and many misspellings.

Anson Chicago National Ball Club Che Ae Sae Chicago Na Ie Jackson, Mist Charlton Delta

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