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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1902
Page
4
Full leased wire report from The Associated Press describes subscription rates and delivery details for Topeka State Journal. The notice mentions yearly prices, carrier delivery, and editorial contact procedures.
Summer delivery price options for the State Journal are offered with flexible mailing addresses. The Washington Post column discusses Merrill’s capture, Sen Johnson’s Kansas ties, Morgan’s financial schemes, and Democratic party strategies including Bryan and McLean. It critiques press neutrality and analyzes potential presidential nominees amid 1901 export figures and party dynamics.
The St Louis World’s Fair is projected to be about twice as large as prior expos. Past fairs ranged from Paris to Chicago, with costs from under a million to ten million dollars. The St Louis estimate is $30 million to $40 million, with construction near $39,000 for Paris and $185,000 for Chicago.
The city plans to expend ten million dollars for the fair gates with five million ten thousand appropriated by the Municipal assembly. Citizens contributed fifteen million in private subscriptions to support the project.
Congressman Long attacks Senator Burton over Cuba reciprocity linking it to sugar tariff cuts. He accuses Burton of disloyalty to Roosevelt and the Republican Kansas delegation, arguing true reciprocity requires sugar tariff reduction. The piece criticizes Burton for opposing sugar concessions and portrays him as harming U S credibility with Cuba.
Congressman Long outlines Cuban reciprocity points noting Cuba free trade areas, sugar issues, and Beal era parallels. He cites Senate split with nineteen opposing and thirty six supporting the bill, urging passage as Republican states endorse reciprocity with Cuba and Hawaii to similar concessions.
The ad argues that rheumatic sufferers need a permanent cure not mere sympathy. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla neutralizes the disease’s acid in the blood, resolves dislocations, and provides lasting protection against recurrence.
The text discusses attacks on President Roosevelt era policy on Cuban sugar, alleging sugar trust influence. It notes a Senate-approved point, and mentions Tom Kelly paying 1224.99 he allegedly stole from Miami county, linking Kelly to state treasurer speculation and partisan outrage.
The governor advocates extending parole authority to district judges for youthful offenders and first-time offenders before penitentiary confinement. He argues parole with employment support and strict supervision can prevent reoffending, saving criminals and reducing hardening effects. Commutations were also granted to two inmates for partial reductions.
A local store advertises a weeklong Great Bar gains clearance sale described as a magnificent event. The deal emphasizes substantial discounts and a wide selection during the clearance period. Prices and exact dates are not specified in the readable text.
Washington reports President Adams approves court findings in the Philippine conflict. He criticizes torture and urges stern measures to end atrocities while praising most officers for restraint. Notes General Smith’s order and Major Waller’s role amid the broader war condition.
An unclear OCR notice describes a couple in Lenveowortiat ward involved in a disturbance. One man and the woman were taken into custody later. Details are fragmented, with names and actions not fully readable.
Attorneys for the American Book action appeared in the supreme court as Chief Justice Boater and Justices Reich Pollock and others preside. The hearing was held in Doster’s chambers and involved Senator F. Daift and other parties represented by Gunton Quinton & Co.
Local items recount visits of A D Walker from Holton to Charles McCrum secretary of the Democratic state central committee, Mrs C E Munn leaving Stormont hospital after gland operation, Latte Bower arriving for tubercular knee treatment, and the six weeks old son of Robert Ander. Real estate purchase by M Blair at 1318 Western Ave for 2700. MC A tennis tournament slated July 27 with doubles and singles prizes. Federal Building wall and ceiling work in George Sharitt’s office. R Turner and son Robert return from Stormont. Daniel Aane vacationing here. Clements linked to Rothechilds & Sons Clothing Kan nas. Mutual Ice Co to start new plant. brine and Bestata tanks tested for steamer repair after North Topeka fire. North Topeka fire damage repaired. officials detailed to Noct Topeka. no fires reported.
Fifteen coach loads from Topeka returned last night from the Third Presbyterian church and sabbath school picnic at Fort Riley. On arrival, cavalry drills and hurdle events drew crowds while two escaped prisoners triggered a pursuit involving guards and police. One deserter and a second man were recaptured. Fort Riley is described as the largest post in the United States.
Fragmentary item outlines a major antitrust suit against import firms. The readable text references legal action, enforcement, and potential impacts on commerce, with unclear names and specific details. Further details are not recoverable from the remaining OCR segment.
Indications point to a council clash over curbstone supplies with John Ritchie facing loss of a 6.40 foot Bedford stone contract to Kepley and Webster Fort Scott sandstone bidders. Ritchie warns of pavement damage if he loses the bid amid council deliberations and tax questions.
In a meeting with Shawnee County commissioners, discussions focus on repairing the Grantville bridge. The group considers Ottawa and Santa Fe connections and references a $160 amount tied to a Chautauqua account, with mentions of various local entities.
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