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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1901
Page
4
In Topeka the newspaper reports a daily wire summary from the Associated Press. The article notes the edition features coverage of evolving events, with emphasis on the Bee Pa ventine and a late afternoon update.
Subscribers may have the State Journal mailed daily to any address for a rate of thirty tenementh, with flexible delivery during the summer. The text also touches on various global topics, including independence movements in Central America, colonial tensions, and a substantial report on Japan’s trade with the United States and Britain, highlighting rising U.S. imports to Japan in 1900 and shifts in trade shares.
A violent incident in Gencrnworth ends with one man dead and three injured when a pistol is fired during a dispute. One victim believed to die, others seriously harmed as authorities investigate the fatal shooting.
A stark editorial argues that society should not tolerate "harmlessly insane" dangerous individuals. It cites a terrible crime as proof that indifference to danger invites murder. The piece calls for confinement of insane men who may injure neighbors, even if physically capable of work.
A scrambled report from Medicine Lodge to Gorham mixes court jests and oddities. Notes on a dog ordinance in Stafford, a harvest Jubilee in Osborne, and peculiar local characters surface amid sketches of towns like Gaborne and Gorham, with scattered dates and places.
An incoherent OCR fragment mentions England, Kansas corn, alcohol risk, sleep, and a dream of a tambetone figure. It references a Weather prediction and a phrase about "Fair and comtiqued warar" with no clear event or identifiable persons.
A fragmented page discusses Lewis remaining in place while a reporter questions the fate of three diamond rings linked to a criminal case. The text mentions a conviction, possible pardons, and the rings’ whereabouts as rumors swirl around the courthouse and a missing heirloom.
Rain and storms sweep central Missouri with heavy showers in St Louis and surrounding towns. Forecasts warn of gusty winds and localized flooding as showers persist from Marshall to Mexico and Jefferson City. Residents urged to monitor alerts and seek shelter during peak activity.
Bid to probe entire police force from chief to office cat sparks council chatter. Some favor Chief Stuhts retention while others push cleansing a list of undesirables amid divided votes and personal agendas.
County commissioners refused to fund H. Hite and Keeler & Hite for New York deposition trips in anti trust cases. They approved a 4 percent contingent fee if cases prevail, then debated diverting funds and exposing a secret contract. A panic followed as records were scrutinized and actions questioned.
A. Thurston sues in district court against the Douthitt heirs for 1600. He alleges Airs negotiated a 316000 loan on land held by Dyer and that papers were not transferred. Thurston seeks a $1000 fee for his services and accuses Douthitt heirs of refusing to furnish the real estate papers.
Mrs Nation may be tried for insanity in probate court. County officials tire of her tirades in jail and seek to file complaints. Sheriff Williams and Jatier Layson oppose the move while Cook fears difficult conviction. Nation demands treatment and accuses jail food of poor quality as she awaits Governor Stanley’s decision.
Paris July 2. Benemin D. Woodward, United States commissioner at the Paris exposition, closes the affair of the commission and sails from Cherbourg next on the American steamer St Teure. President Chevet praises America’s splendid part in the exposition, noting Lafayette monu ment as a highlight. The president lauds the United States France friendship and the overall success of American participation. Jim Legate returns from residence in the Koaphrat, reports recovery from eye affliction after surgery, and arrives in Leavenworth in improved health. The Best Prescription For Malaria tout Groves Fete Gail tome Jol sings can ant quinine in a yon fos ao bay. Price St.
Fragmentary OCR notes promote Hooi's Pills at 25 cents with bold claims about digestion and regulation of the body. The text suggests a generic health advertisement urging readers to act now for better work or performance, typical of late period patent medicine pitches.
Wholesale coal prices jump driven by a wage increase for miners. Osage City area markets report Osage County price rise to 2.95 per ton, with Burlingame and Scranton seeing higher rates. Operators in Topeka set a 23 cent per ton rise, making retail prices follow the earlier winter level. Local dealers confront sudden contracts and expect higher consumer costs.
A civil suit for 32000 was filed in district court against J M Knight. The plaintiff asserts damage to her business caused by Knight and alleges unfitness for print. The case mentions one year after the act and references a person named Walch, with details about the plaintiff and alleged acts.
Local records show anxious mood among men registered for a public drawing to determine who will occupy city offices. Details remain unclear as officials prepare for an imminent drawing expected to define local leadership.
In Beloit a 16 year old Amanda Kiripall and a 10 year old Roeninge Fentencai are involved in a troubling incident amid family turmoil. Details on the case are unclear, with fragmented phrasing and uncertain consequences.
The article outlines a plan for a state debt payment due in January with principal and interest. It mentions a committee to oversee foreign bank settlements in Shanghai and references government powers, diplomacy at Pekin, and efforts to abolish a tariff regime.
Farmers rush to buy seed as dealers report depleted stock and looming shortages. Downes on lower Kanena avenue and Hubbard’s on Kansas avenue sold out staples including corn and weed feed, with new supplies quickly snapped up. Rainy spells rejuvenate optimism for a summer corn crop though traders warn of tight supply and strong demand.
A new five story brick wholesale house at First and Kansas Avenue settles after Saturday’s cause. The northeast corner of the east wall sinks about six inches, loading from upper stories pushes front wall outward, and windows are ruined. Old building basement goods damaged. total damage estimated at 32000 dollars.
Judge Welter L. Stone dissolved age injunctions against several guarda llcra and property owners in Fort Scott Kansas. Defendants led by J Sheppard will sue the plaintiffs for attorney fees and costs. Contingent fees for dissolving injunctions will be pursued, threatening costly damage actions if successful.
In a brisk breeze from Newport, the 90 footers Constitution and Columbia led early as 15 sloops and yawls competed for the Astor Cup for shops and schooner prizes valued at 1000 and 500. Columbia finished at 2 04 88, beating Constitution by about two minutes. Independent and other boats trailed as observers watched from shore.
Mayor Hughes claims the city will cover current expenses by December 1 without bank loans as valuations rise. He notes a $219,000 increase in personal property and higher real estate valuation boosting revenues. He says borrowing occurred under prior administrations and expects to clear all debts by year end, with new funds from licenses dog tax and court dues.
The state railroad board plans to discuss emergency freight fodder rates as demand rises and supply tightens. Freight agents and railroads are summoned for a Friday hearing to address scarcity affecting farmers and stockmen and ongoing winter needs.
The city hires a single dog tax collector per ward, with total past collections of $5,144 from 1,014 males and 1,? females. Last year one collector served nine days, others a month or two. pay was 350 a month. City tags cost $1 each, dog fines yield modest totals, net profit last year $44, this year about $1,211.
A partial OCR fragment describes examination of water conditions and planned measures. It mentions earlier disruptions in the town and efforts to address strain on the system by drawing from wells and a nearby source, with continued monitoring of current conditions.
The Allegheny was held in the harbor at Cartagena, Colombia for twelve hours after authorities detained the vessel and removed passengers. Murrillo, claimed secretary to General Uribe, protested, saying he was entitled to German protection. He reportedly boarded from Cuba with a passport from the Colombian government, and seized a German flag in a dramatic protest before being escorted ashore.
Deaths include Mrs. Bower and Rt. Roman Stall. Funeral details given. Auburn service noted. Real estate transfers referenced with scattered illegible text. Prisoner cases and local memorial tablet mentioned in fragmented report.
A jumble of fragmented local items notes visitors at the post office, weather readings atop the Columbian building, and street scenes in Kansas City and Topeka. Mentions ex postmaster Harry W Hutt Donovan, legal actions, a trial, and a rally by Carries Nation.
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