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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1902
Page
4
A garbled dispatch from Associated Press notes heated debate over wartime press control and the Capitol bid. It references Congress, labor, and political maneuvering affecting public opinion and media reporting during a tense national moment.
Fragmented OCR summarizes a discussion on wartime production and trade, noting increases in steel, oil, and tank production, and comparing US and German output. It references the Curmmerca Telecommunication and the Economist journal, with figures claiming rises in world tonnage and per cent changes, amid a broader wartime economic analysis.
The excerpt notes that the United States supplied less than one-seventh of world iron output while the United Kingdom produced about a fifth of the total in 29a, with Germany holding a similar share. It cites per capita iron consumption rising from 22 pounds in 1886-70 to 67 pounds in 2001, with the United States at 455 pounds and the United Kingdom at 24 pounds.
A garbled Atchison Globe column riffs on credit culture and public scandal. It mentions a president candidate, references to a long list of local figures, and odd anecdotes about art, courage, and a winter sale with a sneaky social tone. The piece hints at political tension and social anxieties through rough, satirical vignettes.
Fragmented reflections on manners and speech from a Philadelphia paper era. Sharp lines critique self advertisement and social vanity while noting envy and showy talk as social markers. The piece hints at a columnist voice mocking public persona and polished affectations.
Old New York obituary notes Bainbridge once sentenced to death related to wartime actions. He died of apoplexy in the city, with references to involvement in a political-legal case and to his role linked to a controversial figure. The report preserves the era’s formal tone and names key individuals and implications.
Fragmentary text mentions a prince of Monaco, a marriage ending, and a private receipt from a mother. Context is unclear due to garbled OCR. Likely references a death or violent incident and a divorce proceeding involving notable individuals, but specifics are unreadable.
A long Washington discussion centers on Cuba concessions under the Platt amendment and a tariff reduction proposal. President McKinley urges unity among Republicans, while divisions persist over whether Cuba should receive favored duties or a broader Cuban treasury funding approach. GOP debates factor in antithetic aims of various factions and the potential impact on relations with Cuba.
Weather bureau reports last week drenched southwestern Kansas and scattered counties across the state. Eastern division tallies show Leavenworth, Bourbon, Cherokee, and other counties recording multiple inches, with some areas like Labette and Johnson noting over an inch. Western division totals vary, with several counties reporting one to two inches and others near two and a half inches.
Local items report Illness of E Smich and a Kansas City court session in Leavenworth this week. A Democratic club game, smallpox cases, and a city health protest appear amid bridge washouts near Elmont and a fatal fall at a construction site. Public notices include property sales and a church marriage announcement.
A special report from Skagway describes a rare eruption event in Alaska near Mount Himckburn. Eyewitness accounts recount a sudden silence followed by a dust plume, smoke, and a developing lava flow. Residents report tremors felt across the region and the landscape altered by the eruption settings.
The article notes a payout and a train money exchange related to a strike. A group including a man and coach traveled to Kansas City to address eastern conditions. Officials and strikers held talks with mutual explanations, signaling an agreement nearing completion. Tickets for a Jubilee event are on sale June 2 to 6.
France W Withow wife of FLJ San She age 20. Funeral services from home at 3 p m. Puneral. Slvktionee an aa settler died at his home southeast of Topeka Sunday at 5 o clock eight years ago. Services will be in Tuesday and im. Account Musical Jubilee tickets on sale June 1 to 6 inclusive final limit dure City Ticket Offen Baton Pacific R FR 625 Kaname Ave.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an eruption event linked to Mount Blackburn and political mentions. The readable text names no clear dates or organizations. interpretation focuses on the eruption motif and scattered references to Biden and Alukka without concrete context or outcomes.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a nearly miraculous remedy proven by a sought-after prescription. It claims to cure eczema, perijna, catarrh, humors, dyspepsia, tiredness, and poor appetite. The copy asserts unique proportion and process give it curative powers and promotes immediate use.
Fragmented listing of canned goods baking powder yeast flour soup tea and various brands. Reads like a market shelf note with units and brands such as condensed milk deviled ham crackers cocoa coffee tea starch and syrup. Lacks clear context or event.
Washington June conference at the White House between Senator Proctor and colleagues Nelson Gamble and Kittredge and the president focused on pending legislation. The cubanity bill and swift enactment were urged with unanimity, while the canal bill's route choice was debated under the Spooner amendment. A further White House meeting with more senators was planned to press for speedier action.
Judge Hessen remarks on county attorney while Haaser overrules four motions for new trial. Hayden Poole defense argues two technical points in burglary case. Court notes authorities scarce, county attorney’s duty cited, and decision remains contested.
A mangled wartime report references Supt arrival, attempts to halt an assault, and a trial before authorities General Godard and Superintendent. It mentions a state task force, a company, and a reader response, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.
A fragmentary text notes a discussion of committees and duties, mentioning St. Coustelinan and salts, with unresolved questions about rights and expectations. The garbled wording presents an unclear governance or task assignment context, reflecting damaged OCR from a historical page.
The twenty ninth annual session of the Bhawnes County Normal migrnacivate will begin Berd mt the high schools in the county. All teachers are urged to register at the county court office before noon Tuesday.
Dee Motes and others encountered a mishap as a switch was thrown too early during a Cedar Rapids track meet. The incident caused confusion and muted reactions among onlookers while officials reviewed the fault and prepared to resume activities.
Tickets priced at 16.00 dollars are advertised for a Chicago and Return trip on the Great Rock Island Route. Sale begins October 37, 28, with a final return date set for September 15.
Judge Hazen refuses to grant a requested relief in the Knight case as arguments proceed. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text in the report.
Confused fragment discusses a public contest and voting call in Topeka with references to F. W. Sweasingen's address at 724 Kansis Avenue and the Cudahy Packing Co. Readers are urged to obtain booklets detailing conditions of the contest. The text mentions organizing efforts and possible eligibility for participants amid election chatter.
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