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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1901
Page
6
A R Bremer C O issues a second challenge to Topeka citizens, appearing in the city for several days. The move creates a tremendous sensation and thoroughly arouses public interest.
A Bremer Co promotion offers free samples of Dandruff Cure to readers who write or apply at New Modr Supply store. The distributor aims to end Thursday night with a large rush, claiming strong hope for scalp and hair relief and urging quick response to avoid missing the opportunity.
In Chillicothe Missouri William Jennings Bryan lectured last night addressing the silver issue and the money question. He said no man can overstate the money question’s role in the next campaign and that the Democratic party should not abandon its stance even as other issues gain prominence. When asked about a presidential bid he replied he is not a candidate but would not rule out future possibilities, calling constant questions from reporters foolish.
Fort Scott July 3 W G Gunn by attorney Jadee Biddie sues the Western Union Telegraph company for damages claiming failure to deliver a telegram deprived him of $1000. The petition alleges the company prevented him from collecting the funds by failing to deliver the message.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Christians in Constantinople in peril as authorities pledge to protect lives and property amid unrest in July. Names and precise details are unclear due to damaged text.
A boy in Little Hook Arkansas builds a miniature scaffold after witnessing a public hanging. He invites friends, places a noose, and steps on the trap but is cut down before strangling. Doctors work to revive him while Governor Davis signals intent to seek repeal of the public execution law.
A report states that Topeka residents were injured in a Rock Island train return trip from El Beno.
At Bere Nebraska Territory, a northbound Rock Island passenger train wrecked after a culvert washout, killing one man named McLain of Enid and injuring 24 others. Engine, mail car and some passenger cars left the track. passengers escaped through upper windows as cars overturned. Kenneth Raub, of Topeka, injured in the Hook Island crash, returned home but remained under medical care.
New York Herald details alleged grain pool plot involving a young man using the name Phillips. He rented desk space at Wall Street firm no references given, claimed Mintia Curisda origin, paid fifteen dollars for a month, then disappeared. Circulating bulletins titled Phillips & Co bankers and brokers claim a two million dollar pool in September corn.
Miss Jennie Isenhour of Polk Street near Seventh, employed at the Knights and Ladies of Security headquarters, was overcome by heat shortly before noon. She was taken home in a carriage after symptoms. Dr. H A Warner examined her and reported no immediate fears of fatal outcome.
Mrs Nation remains jailed yet now ready to accept county conditions for release. She previously refused to pay a fine, preferring jail over payment, though she has funds to cover the fine. Dr va Harding and Mrs ME Goodwin signed a 4830 bond but seek additional signers as the case proceeds. Universal Match Trust activity noted with Danish strike and stock purchases as Diamond Match leaders eye Swedish firm.
Cleveland July 3 report notes Tadee Strimple sues to obtain a temporary injunction. A disparate financial note indicates a possible merger between the National Bank of the Republic and the First National, with checks drawn on the former to be paid by the latter after August 10.
Wheat open firm to steady with September futures slightly higher amid light pit activity. corn blends with decline and mixed signals from Duluth and Liverpool influenced prices. Hog futures and cattle prices dull, with heavier routes shaping overall livestock tone as buyers show caution in cash markets.
The market reports mixed receipts and shipments with about 2,000 head and 150M head noted as part of the day’s activity. Prices trend lower with good to choice meats and western sheep in lighter demand as buyers balance stock, futures, and demand signals.
A scanned Kansas City market page shows livestock and produce quotes with cattle, hogs, and hay prices, plus wheat and corn futures on New York and Chicago exchanges. It also reports Wall Street sentiment, steel stocks, and currency notes, with commentary on market speculation and labor tensions affecting settlements.
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