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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
4
A garbled wire of 19th century items covering the war debt debate, political figures and speeches, canal projects, and calls for independence. Notable mentions include Grant's death, Huntington, and a proposed Panama plan. Possible references to Cuba independence and western expansion appear amid scattered opinions.
Fragmented OCR text reports on county events, a cyclones scare plan, arson and cemetery theft hints, court fees, and local social notes, with scattered names and places but no clear single event.
In Kansas City on June 4 the court weighed possible verdicts on first or second degree murder charges. Prosecutor Nearing urged acquittal, arguing no conspiracy or intent to kill Kennedy's wife. The defense contends the accused acted under betrayal and neglect, while Burnham and others testify to the tension surrounding the case.
In San Francisco a report from Manila describes Prince Poniatowski seeking control of Sula resources including timber rubber and pearl industries. John Anthony presented documents to the Philippine commission seeking endorsement of the plan and a decision on jurisdiction and authority possibly referred to Washington.
London reports Hixon S. Pingtes, former epitome of Buchigan, is in the city severely ill with dys salatory inflammation of the intestines and signs of peritonitis.
A state official's bulk mailing of postal cards asking for information reveals widespread unfamiliarity with postal cards among officials and the public. Many returned cards, some with missing or incorrect details, prompting notes that proper usage and stamped envelopes should accompany inquiries in tax revision efforts.
Miss Leona Carver aged 20 daughter of ex District Prosecuting Attorney AWC Carver was brought back from Alexandria Ferentty under bond for appearance at Dexter Michigan charged with robbery and larceny. Her father Bert Carver located her at Montpelier and says she had left home amid family trouble. The notice touches revenue stamps on bonds and a Grand Rivers Kentucky item among scattered clippings.
City Council meets tonight in special session to take up the salary ordinance. Also on the agenda are engineer estimates for 25 blocks of new pavement across Second Avenue, Buchinin, Western, Buchanan, West Eighth, plus two alleys from Clay and Hunton to Harrison and Van Buren.
The German Catholic community plans a new church in Wichita, 50 by 125 feet, built of stone and pressed brick. Contracts will be let by Father Charter, with work starting September, featuring a fine stone interior and grand ceiling as the highlight of the edifice.
New York June 1 Benjamin Steinhardt lawyer to send a memorial to Governor Odell and appeal to Mayor Van Wyck after raids on Louis Waltron proprietor of a West 10th Street resort were disclaimed by court. He argues police conduct violated law despite no convictions, citing new York police commissioner provisions. Also note: James Dougherty died at county poor farm Emporia after being robbed and left penniless following his move from Henry. The report ends with a Callahan Huld for Perjury in court.
Carbondale progresses with repairs and new electric lighting plans led by Matt Jones. The town aims to boost property values and livability, employing many locals as businesses glow with a 68 light dynamo powered by a gasoline engine.
A Jersey City woman, after meeting a man who claimed to be an inventor, married him at a Hoboken Justice of the Peace on May 28. He afterward asked for $4 to send to Washington to protect a patent, promising repayment, then vanished with her funds. The case follows as she reports a rapid, charm laden courtship and a promise of vast wealth.
The report presents Mr H Baker of West Seventh Street, a jeweler, claiming kidney and bladder troubles kept him tired and unsettled. He bought a box of Doan's Kidney Pills at Rowley and Snow's drug store and says they helped, with Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo listed as sole US agents.
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