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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
15
A garbled historical fragment references Gen Robert E Lae and an area named Washington with vague notes about race policy and separation. It mentions Vermon and a case involving someone named Cheincey and Lew Roache with a reload to a campaign or case context.
An unreadable OCR segment mentions food related items and various names and places. It references legal or regulatory terms and names such as EEOC and Siena. The passage is garbled with many typos and lacks coherent events or outcomes.
A passenger, the text indicates shyed, occupies reserved seating and refuses to move as officers intervene near a Washington Street City streetcar. The scene notes she is comforted and finally compelled to leave the car after authorities insist, leading to public disruption and a breakdown of a bystander.
The State Temperance union announced EF. Cy Coburn as president, strengthening the alliance across the state. A new lecturer from California is expected to arrive in Reno to assume duties, with other speakers likely joining this fall as meeting requests rise.
An order signed by a Pennsylvania Railroad official bans kissing between arriving and departing passengers at the Chicago Pennsylvanian depot. Trainmen gatemen and ticket examiners at Jersey City and Chicago terminals are to enforce the rule, causing friction as entrances and exits are crowded. Also noted is Charles Pett of Drake University, declared professional after hammer throw wins at a recent meet, with some events removed from the intercollegiate program.
Ferome Maures, famed pole vaulter for the University of Colgate, has been chosen captain for 1908. Maures is noted for setting a pole vaulting record and leading the track and field squad.
D Anthony of Leavenworth led Republican resolutions at the Wichita state convention praising President Roosevelt. News from Washington reports Curtis may block Anthony’s postmaster reappointment, prompting a White House meeting with Anthony and his son to discuss Leavenworth’s fate. The situation hints at serious intra party maneuvering and potential White House intervention.
New York June 14 a fire engine nearly record set at Lower First avenue when at Great Jones Street and the Bowery it overturned. Driver Edward P Murphy was strapped to his seat and likely fatally injured. Engineer Gerhardt H Webber and Captain John Walker were hurled ten to fifteen feet and badly hurt. The five ton engine slipped on a turn then toppled across Fourth Avenue car tracks causing hours of blockage.
The weekly statement shows bank averages with Leens at 861,610,400 and a large overall deposit total. It lists increases in deposits and specie while reserve figures rise to 249,015,500 with a net increase of 1,259,800 and reserve required at 2257,400 decreasing by 2687. Burnie shows 2,002,860 with an increase of 2,010,773.
A family reports tracking food costs and health after using Grape-Nuts. They found breakfast benefits, stronger mornings, and increased endurance versus white bread and oats. They conclude Grape-Nuts is worth the price for energy and well being.
A collage of local items includes society notices, appointments, divorces, church talks, and upcoming concerts. Highlights mention Judge Hasen handling a divorce case, a county baseball link, a large vaudeville schedule at Garfield park beginning June 23, and several church and civic meetings in Topeka and nearby towns. Names include Winifred Pickering, Rev Charles Sheldon, Dr W L Schenck, Prof W M Davidson, and Major W W Bishop.
New York June 4 Green B Morris announces that Homestead and Old England are withdrawn from the American Derby at Washington Park Chicago. The move shocks turfmen as both horses were favored to win. Morris cites mud concerns and potential poor performance if kept in the event. Homestead and Old England were also slated for the $20,000 Tidal Stakes at Sheepshead Bay on the same program.
Jack Cronin, pitcher for the Deteat club, announced he accepted terms in a contract with the club in Baltimore on June 1. The move follows his release last week and comes as several other players also ink deals with various clubs.
Secretary George W. Martin cites Col James Anderson of Allegheny as the inspiration for Andrew Carnegie’s free library system. The pamphlet discusses misattributions, Anderson’s wartime service, and a proposed inscription. It also contains a lengthy digression on property, building disputes, and a personal testimonial about a patent medicine.
Fast time offered from Topeka to New York on Great Rock Island Route with departure at 3 5 p m and arrival second morning at 1 am in New York City. Chicago and return tickets via Santa Fe priced 16 dollars on sale June 16 and 17 with late return available until September 2. Santa Fe agent for details. Morrison's silverware sale offers 0 to 2 off percent this month next to National hotel. Chicago and return via Santa Fe tickets on sale with various prices. agent available for particulars.
In Topeka a resident named Mrs. B D Williams of 218 East Seventh Street reports lifelong kidney troubles worsened last winter. She describes widespread sickness and back pains and credits a remedy from Dean's Kidney Pills for improvement, reflecting local belief in proven relief through the product.
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