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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1901
Page
5
The article reports growing distrust of the Gage process used to extract gold from shale. Tests fail without Br Gage present, yet some members defend it while others seek alternative methods. Promoters fear lost confidence as secret tests show limited returns without Gage.
Chicago announces a new method of issuing depot funds travel tickets to begin July 21 to August 8 as part of the western budget, detailing how receipts will note the passenger name and ticket station and the origin and destination on the back, with instructions for agents and a return transportation option. The plan aims to streamline entry and control by city police in coordination with constables, per press reports.
The article reports on sugar trade and export dynamics as outlined by the Russian Ministry’s official organ. It notes year figures, gaps in supply, and the impact of a sugar law allowing the finance minister to suspend repayment of export excise.
Streetcar conductors and motormen challenge a company policy requiring coats on duty. They propose replacing the coat rule with a wearable style allowance. Government mail carriers recently allowed lighter outerwear, influencing the transit workers debate.
A South African casualty field reports a sharp engagement near Allwal North about 24 miles away on July 14. Seven killed, two officers and several men wounded.
Bramme long program ends with diplomas awarded to Ag nee Guilder, Louise Refain Mine Katharine Fi Mins Jean Park sie Patterson, Ruby Givers, Peart Jurdge, Pence, Gratt Welch, Bayard Whitney. Socials honor Minnie Dever. numerous attendees listed with many travel plans and visits across Kansas and nearby states.
K W Moore of Cleveland, part of the Everett Moore syndicate, says they control about 1200 miles of suburban railways and are negotiating to extend to Cleveland Toledo Detroit corridors and connecting lines. He asserts the syndicate aims for broader control of the suburban networks in Ohio and Michigan.
Mrs May Wright Sewall, guest of honor, will be entertained by Topeka club women Saturday. Speakers from Current Literature Club, including Miss Catherine Smith and Mims Vera Low, will discuss the visit of the international council of women. Hostesses will ensure the event is a success at Harrison Street home.
Local items from North Topeka include visitors at Meriden, trips to Topeka and Chicago, and church events.. Birthday celebrations, travel plans, and family news feature among residents, with notes on employment, vacations, and community gatherings at Costley and Post.
Bishop McKim cites Japanese religious indifference and Buddhist majority, warning revival effects fade. He notes organizational success by Methodists in Japan and contrasts with Baptists, Congregationalists, and Protestant groups, urging orderly management for permanent progress.
Theophilus Schreiner, Olive Schreiner’s brother, writes to the South African Association denying Olauda’s claim that Olive Schreiner was held prisoner by the Huthiah in South Africa. He states she is in Hanover colony for health with her husband Cronwright.
Washington reports a July 14 communication from the Italian Government to the U S State Department about underpracticed differential duty on Italian sugar and Italian bounty policies. The Italian view questions U S reliefs while acknowledging possible higher rates pending further investigation.
A Spokane special reports two orphans abducted to evade a church protection effort. Frank of Koewick is said to be their uncle, arrested in San Poirit and returned. The children tied to Rathdrum Judge Brady murder case, aged 6 and 8, and a 9 year old girl are central to the saga amid a messy cross country pursuit.
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