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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1901
Page
4
A Canary journal item reports a beta block event affecting telephone lines and a split phase betri ers F001. The piece highlights Tamber, Phace Betri and local lines disrupted, with no further context provided.
The notice explains home delivery for subscribers while away from home at thirty cents per month with optional address changes. It also references political rumors and figures, mentioning Senator Quay and party strategies, and notes a distant estimate of a long voyage or journey as metaphorical goals.
Fragmentary 19th century civic discourse argues for distributing federal expense to expand irrigation. Advocates claim trickling streams and controlled winter storage could stabilize annual grain yields, reduce drought damage, and boost Maryland and neighboring states. Opponents urge caution on fiscal exposure and administrative reach.
A fragmented Indianapolis News piece argues Addicks seeks the U S Senate from Delaware. It portrays him as relying on wealth and political influence, critiquing motives and qualifications amid the era's power dynamics.
The piece outlines a long battle in Delaware where Addicks faces strong Republican resistance. It describes national party dynamics, urging public pressure on Washington to prevent Addicks’ election and to support Republicans aligned with “decent police” and public virtue. The call is to mobilize opinion to elect a Republican alternative.
An OCR fragment reflects social anxiety about weather, clothing, and class in Atchison. It mentions women, rain, sacrifice, shame, and neighborhood scrutiny, with references to a local family and town life, all conveyed in a fragmentary, period voice.
A garbled column mocks touring spiritualists and civic reports while offering skewed witticisms on advice, police, lunch companions, and prudence. It parodies public figures and everyday behavior with sharp, though fragmented, observations.
Fragmented, humorouspiece discussing Quaker reflections and casual remarks. The text weaves in unrelated lines about pillows, weather, court, and everyday chatter with several incomplete quoted phrases and names. The readable parts suggest a column of quirky vignettes or a page gag.
A quirky string of lines features a traveler and talkative figures debating beer wine and a sarcastic line about political corruption linked to a germ. The exchange blends whimsy with social satire as characters reference horseshoes, price limits, and odd phrases.
A humorous but muddled passage on marriage portrays a bachelor’s view of love and women. The speaker jokes about seasickness, perceived blindness, and a fragile social platform women supposedly build, hinting at looming marital tensions.
Pearl Leavitt, a Wichita fiancée of Elieworth Lew, says in a Beacon dispatch she did not believe Lew’s claims about their engagement. She recalls Lew as religious, refined, and proud, reading the dispatch aloud and noting she did not date him after his alleged ring presentation. she suggests the truth about the rings and past statements may vary.
New York dispatch reports Mr. Balfour stating there will be no supplementary estimates and the government does not intend to ask Parliament for any additional provision for the war. The London correspondent notes the funds already voted should cover military expenditures.
An inexpensive Dul bone treatment claim offers relief for hay fever and a free booklet will be mailed by addressing PA Stuart Co Marshall Mich. The notice touts a cure and prevention, noting climate changes and a four point treatment addressing cause and character of the disease.
Berlin professor Koch announces that bovine tuberculosis is not transmissible to humans, allowing meat and milk from infected cattle to be consumed with absolute safety. American medical leaders dispute the claim, noting doubts and potential global sanitary upheaval if proven true.
Bids for the Sardow Byertin Bridge were opened by the county commissioners. The lowest bid came from Missouri Valley Bridge Company at 8.00, about 67 above the max allowed under law. Officials consider plant changes to allow bidders to meet legal specs and select bids for the project.
Washington in July reports William M. Bunt the premier secretary of Porto Rico has been picked to replace Governor Charles E. Allen as he retires from the insular government. Governor Allen brings household effects to Boston, with formal announcement delayed.
David Monlay, a Leavenworth revenue collector, reports daily checks on local cigar manufacturers since the war revenue tax changes. He notes all firms are complying with laws and there is no cause for complaint after months of industry inspections.
The Pan American Directors briefed St Louis commissioners on the Buffalo exposition plans. Mr. Taylor chairing the committee wired members that the meeting would run until Monday July 23, aiming to finalize preparations with architects and sculptors advising on running the department.
At a Kansas City meeting of the wreck neades of the Kansas City Clinton and Springfield Railway, B Le Winchell resigned as president and director while Judge H S Priest of St Louis took over. Other directors resigned and a new board was elected as part of a consolidation with the St Louis San Francisco and Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis systems. The move is said to dodge a Missouri law against parallel line consolidations. The Prince line runs alongside the Memphis branch on the KC to Springfield route.
Milwaukee July 22 The grand lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks opened with informal addresses led by Charles H. Hamilton. Judge Jerome K. Fisher, dexerted ruler, died earlier. Executive sessions follow. Reports show 725 lodges, 96 000 members, up 14 percent since last convention. Donations include $27 700 to the Galveston fund. Grand lodge finances show an estimated balance of 339 000.
A July El Reno and Lawton registration effort is expected to push the grand total to around 150 000 or more as booths close on July 34. A town meeting failed to form a law and order league amid concerns of theft and disorder. Water supply remains weak with three hours cut yesterday causing pressure on pipes. Mayor Hensley seeks improvements though resources are strained. A town meeting set a six to five day jail time for non transferable tickets with post office staffing expanding to meet daily applicant demand.
Multiple notices report William Welch dying at 78 after years of poor health with burial sent to St Marys. Walter Rosson, 20, a Company Twenty member, funeral held today. Barbara Widler, 80, to be buried at Third Christian Church tomorrow. Cynthia Griffin funeral held today at Persian. Murry Brooks funeral planned for morning at Orlocke from MB Stoker’s. Martin Harris dies at kin home, buried at Jock in Topeka cemetery. Paraice Fox found dead, police investigate. Temperature drops ten degrees after rain. rainfall recorded at two hundredths of an inch.
Water flowed into Mrs Annie Diggs private office adjoining the state library and into the Superintendent of Public Instruction office, soaking books and ceilings. Plaster and frescoes were damaged with multiple rooms drenched and flood safety measures not yet completed.
The city treasurer accepted four presents totaling about $6,000 for the revenue fund and $35,000 for the general improvement fund. The remaining funds will be allocated to other accounts. The temporary relief may support a salary decision for the mayor.
A westbound Denver and Rio Grande passenger train derailed west of Marshall after an unspecified incident. One coach and a sleeper car rolled down an embankment, causing extensive damage and injuring several as crews investigated the wreckage.
Local items from Topeka report Hebe rain near Oa, Frank Kelly ill after heat, a fire at the Santa Fe house minimal damage, bonds sold to back shop purchase, city officials and court actions, including guardianship and bond cases, and a street committee trip to map railroad spur near Santa Fe junction.
The government in the Forturg case rests its presentation at 3 25 o'clock this afternoon in Pittfield Mane during the July 23 session.
An old newspaper advertisement promotes a table linen sale featuring 28 inch wide Leuo White goods linen checks B 86 inch linen table cloths and bleached damask patterns. Prices are listed per yard with a winded sale time on Wednesday morning and a bulk offer on selected Mercerized fabrics including Point de Paris and fancy edgings.
Louie M Ballenverg, manager of Bellstedt’s famous convert band of the South Sky phetana, has led concerts daily for four weeks in Missouri. Government crop data from Columbia and the state labor bureau warn Missouri’s drought damage now totals about 14 million dollars, based on last year’s yields.
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