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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1901
Page
8
New York June ex parte report cites Irene A Ashby and others as leading figures in a Southern labor probe. The article describes child labor conditions in mills, efforts to curb abuses, and bids blocked by operating owners. It notes abolitionist support and calls for reform to end exploitation of young workers.
Fragmentary prose notes discuss coffee and breakfast cereals amid musings on diet trends and summer vacation, mentioning Postum tea substitutes and the toll of coffee on nerves. It hints at shifts away from coffee and toward alternative beverages while recalling past diet efforts and personal plans.
A dispatch from Mexico City reports the Mexican government will not permit the return of antiquities purchased for the Museum of ReSpace in New York. Marshall H. Saville, assistant curator, explains the contract allows selections but the government cites laws against exporting antiquities. Saville expects a resolution with minimal trouble when he returns to Mexico in September.
In a New York circuit court case George D. Munford and St George Lane Fox Pitt sue Ecudor RSrps association and Ecuador Equipment company, claiming New Jersey transfers controlled a railroad project between Gumyarail and Quito. They seek to set aside a contract and curb profits alleged at 5 to 6 million yearly, amid disputed stock interests and a 1900 shift of control.
The clipping lists a flurry of Topeka happenings with names like S. P. Chase of Emporia and James Troutman in gubernatorial talk. It notes improvements to Ginomier School, shifts in local politics, a pension case, court actions, marriage licenses, and reflections on city affairs amid ongoing partisan activity.
New York date June 6 Richard Hayden Moulton the young man who attempted to shoot actress May Buckler two months ago at a Broadway rathskeller was indicted by a jury under the name Richard Today Moulton was moved from Bellevue hospital prison ward to another ward and will be taken south soon by his mother
A June report from New York notes Superintendent Powerly's order, now in commissioner Vitchie's hands, declaring tuberculosis of the language a dangerous contagious disease. The ruling makes deportation compulsory and prompts stricter pre voyage Europe checks by steamship lines and Hills Island surgeons, likely reducing immigrant admissions.
Five fishing boats sailing from Saint Brieux France for Iceland waters vanished for two months and are believed to have foundered in a gale Apo. The crews totaling 217 men are presumed dead. Mourning spread through the town and nearby villages as word filtered in.
Rev. Charles M. Sheldon famed as author of In His Steps will occupy Chicago’s South Congregational church for three Sundays in June. He arrives next week to acquaint with Rev. Willard Thorp and church officials before preaching June 18 29 and 30. The Drexel boulevard Fortieth street church is prominent and influential.
Weather observer Jennings notes lighter rain than reported for the 24 hours to Tuesday 7 am with scattered amounts across stations including Manhattan 0.29 inches and Concordia 0.08. Thunderstorms possible today, generally fair Thursday, cooler tonight into Thursday. Also, the yacht Constitution sailed to Bristol for mast repair after a collapse, listing to port. In Berlin, Morgans buys bric a brac including four gate tapestries and a medieval manuscript sold for 3 800 at a hotel sale. Naval appointments announced in Washington.
Washington forwards a report on Samoa population. About 2,900 natives plus roughly 100 whites on the islands under U.S. jurisdiction. Commander Tilley visits Nenu aboard the station ship Abaredda and finds conditions satisfactory. Copra taxes and harvests are noted with encouraged higher prices sought for copra.
Des Moines June reports on the Evangelical Lutheran church board of education. A motion sought one third of the apportionment for Carthage College amid debate. Dr Bannon urged honoring pledges. The report shows 156 students in 1899 1900 and 84 in 1900 03 with 60 percent professing Christians. Total funding rose from 8710 to 26993. The synod hopes adjournment soon.
The State Association of Auctioneers adjourned at Lie Fifth Avenue hotel after discussing yearly goals and upcoming events. President Mie DAE outlined plans to elevate auctioneering standards and establish formal regulatory steps to place the profession on equal footing with others.
The Shawnes county teachers institute begins its summer session with about 130 attendees. W. M. David cut 14 percent of the institute. Teachers include Miss Alice ech, Prof. BP, and WwW. Classes are held at the high school. Davidson will give daily lectures to students on topics of interest to prospective teachers.
Mr. Join W. Mackay, on a WI trip, may not attend the Chamber of Commerce evening event. A timing issue caused by travel delays in London threatens his ability to reach London before Thursday morning.
The Commercial Tribune reports the Clockenmti Traction Company has secured lines operating across the river. The director of the Cincinnati Covington and Newport Street Railway will meet today and is expected to be confirmed. The consolidation will place all lines under unified control.
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