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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1901
Page
8
The document outlines internal rules of the company concerning the use of hose for sprinkling purposes. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to these guidelines and calls attention to the rules for public awareness.
Bennington a Kansas City resident was accused by a neighbor of killing a cat. He argued the action aimed to protect property and residents, requested time to subpoena witnesses, and the proceeding stalled as many witnesses failed to appear. The case moved slowly with no final decision reported.
Colonel Albert Jenks, a noted artist, collapsed and died of heart disease on a Los Angeles street in front of a friend’s residence. He was born in New York and served as a lieutenant after WWI, later turning to portrait painting. The report notes his artistic career and a brief wartime service, with references to his publishing contacts and past ventures.
Correspondent reports high interest among Porto Rican teachers and students in improving education. A summer session for teachers begins July 5 in San Juan, with about 500 signups, while new professional schools rise at Rio Piedras. By autumn, over thirty new school buildings will open, and attendance is expected to double, prompting continued expansion and rental of extra space.
The seven year old daughter and five year old son of the late Judge J Breay face disappearance again from Rath Arum Keswick and their housekeeper Miss Campbell also missing. The county prosecuting attorney issues a habeas corpus warrant for their return. The dispute centers on Catholic baptism and objections by a brother to their mother’s faith.
Mrs. Cynthia Griffin, 84, a Topeka pioneer and descendant of John Alden, was found dead at 9 PM Saturday after tumbling down stairs at her son’s residence 227 Monroe Street. Her son James L. Griffin, Washburn College treasurer, returned to the scene and summoned a doctor. death was deemed immediate.
Six teachers received first and second grade certificates this year with a larger pool last term. Names listed include Milicent Tomlinson Mary L Teavis Laurel Turney Elma Phillips Mabel Phillips Jessie Norris Sadie Nicely Gertrude Allen Mildred Nelawender and others across grades with multiple entries such as Ada Kennedy Mabel Noel Enesheth Y French Effie A Meade and several more in the Sandgrite group.
July 22 St Louis delegates from metal trades unions meet to form a National Metal Trades Council designed to unite all local metal workers councils. Leaders from Pattern Makers League American Federation of Labor International Association of Machinists and other unions are to attend. Shipbuilder John Henderson of Glasgow dies aged well known in local circles.
The notice details a special fare by the Anto Pacific tram line with six stations, Muncy to Junction City and Manhattan to Marynville Mclustra. Tickets on sale July 324 to 24, valid for return on or before July 0 at 2.00 Kansas City and return via Santa Fa. Additional lines reference July 2 and 24 returning. A driver remarks about finances and marriage amid quoted exchanges.
A Topeka era report notes a local track event where Assumption and Park teams faced off with Park defeating the 7 tam squad. A chase near Washburn Park ended with streetcar confusion as the crowd surged toward the car, delaying service while spectators pressed for a closer view of the action.
In Arkansas City on July 22 the Law and Order Legion met at the Methodist church and passed resolutions opposing joint operation under tax or license schemes. They condemned mayoral support for revenue from joints and urged business owners to refuse occupation taxes while joints are allowed to operate. Several local businessmen said they would boycott such taxes.
A heavy freight train on the Big Four road collided with a heavily loaded passenger train at Columbia station eighteen miles west of Cleveland late last night. Five trainmen were injured but not seriously. The injured include Station Agent Harrie of Bellefontaine, C Rath of 1480 Lorain Street Cleveland, J. F. Clark town clerk of Cincinnati, and two other railroad men whose names were not learned.
A new company named Trego Oil and Afining company rises in Topeka with 31.6 million in capital. President D Beatty of Beaumont Texas leads the venture with vice president Prof Charles Ho Gage, a mineral expert. C K Holliday serves as treasurer as headquarters are 116 West Sixth Street Topeka. The firm aims to exploit oil and mineral-bearing shales in Trego and adjacent counties.
A United States general committee forms to promote interest in the Inter national Exhibition of Moderative Art to be held in Turin next year. Presidents and Italian organizers seek American participation from architects artists and manufacturers while communications with their representatives express hope for American sympathy with Italian artistic forms. The exhibition seeks to showcase refined artistic production.
An advertised $18.10 Milwaukee and return fare via The Hock Island Route. The ticketing note appears garbled with partial words, but indicates a round trip price and route name. Travelers should verify exact terms, dates, and departure points before purchase.
Baron Ivan de Malchin defeats H A Uterman 18 to 15 in a staged horse combat at Vinewood Park east of Vinewood. The event drew a thirsty crowd, with a bar, an orchestra, a merry go round, and a crowd of four to eight deep around the platform. a second planned match was teased as a rematch under the Russian father banner.
Trade growth shows United States exports to South America Central America and the West Indies rising to new highs with 1909 figures surpassing earlier years. New steam lines link Pacific U S ports with Mexico Central and South America.
The eighth bi of the United States convention opens today at Well street theater with 26 lodges represented. J Frank dline of Baltimore calls the session to order. morning exercises include a mayoral welcome and a grand master’s response. Transportation options to Chicago include special trains with fares and return limits noted. see A. M. Puller for details.
The notice advertises a rail package from Milwaukee to Santa Fe via the Santa Fe Route with an annual meeting and ticket sales from July 30 to August 3. Extension options allow leaving Milwaukee later. includes return via the Santa Fe line and mentions prices and agency details.
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