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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1901
Page
8
A chaotic scene unfolds as officers handle a canine incident at a local precinct. Witnesses describe tense moments with a suspect and a tense standoff. Officers secured the area and began routine procedures as the investigation proceeded.
Advertises a four day sale on hosiery and underwear with multiple blocks. Block 1 features fancy hosiery at 0c 1.12 1.35. Block 2 lists mass value hosiery at 53c 68c. Block 4 offers box hosiery three pairs per box at 45c a box. Block 9 covers men’s silk Lisle tops and block 10 men’s Sox Topsy brand in varied colors at 127c.
The text lists several named appointees including Frank L. Shaw as collector of customs at Macna Maine, Major George Richards to brevet lieutenant colonel, Marine Corps, and other naval and Marine officers. The fragmentary notice suggests official confirmations by the president.
Hamilton Mass June 17 Wine Angere of Fitzfieth Mass won the open golf championship of the United States. Short play on the Moopla course this morning saw Angere defeat Alex Smith of Scotland. Angere beat Smith on the final holes by a score of 85 to AL
London correspondent reports W Whitsey made gifts to Huggins and Lyster Telit tied to Questrex Derby victory. Observers say values were around 2 000 and 41 001 respectively as top jockeys are treated well in New York and racing circles.
New York reports the Boers gain recruits from Dutch Cape Colony districts. The London correspondent notes reliance on Cham berlain calm assertions and suggests the Boers seem stronger. A Commons question on suspending Cape Colony’s constitution is expected, with lawyers saying only an act of Parliament could legalize it. Major political risk looms without government opposition.
Reports from Denver on June 17 describe conferences by labor leaders to probe the alleged theft of the Employers' Liability bill text from the official journal. Lieutenant Governor Coates says the stolen portion could undermine the bill, with officials promising investigations while courts require the original document. Local labor federation leaders warn of implications for enforcement and wage protections.
Mrs Currie Nation boards a Topeka to Kansas City train with about 100 copies of her Smasher's Mail. She canvasses each car, claiming she lost her pocketbook and must raise fare. Passengers buy papers and donations, she recovers her purse, then thanks travelers as she exits at Kansas City. C F Mennlinger MD, 727 Kansas Ave Topeka.
A London dispatch reports a concert in New York on June 17 at Murray Guthrie House to benefit the Anglo American Nursing Home in Rome. The home offers rooms with trained nurses to English and American travelers. British subjects and needy American citizens may qualify for aid. Since November the home’s rooms have been in constant use and nurses have assisted 43 private cases in Italian cities, though the home faces financial difficulties.
Rev Dr Witton Merle Smith, pastor of Central Presbyterian, praised ex president Grover Cleveland in a sermon on doing God's will. He recalled Cleveland's late letter protesting the heresy and quoted Cleveland stating he would do right despite pressure, recalling the inaugural address and the duty to endure political peril for principle.
A Denver report notes Commandant W. D Snyman of the South African Republic in Denver on June 17 seeking funds and urging aid for the Boer cause. He criticizes race hatred, calls the war awful, and blames political gamblers and speculators for the conflict’s spread.
A Washington Herald dispatch reports Great Britain will not consent to a higher duty on opium and rice imports into China. The move aims to prevent China from gaining relief through select exemptions, with potential broader effects on indemnity talks and international influence among the powers.
Washington reports from Special Commissioner Rockhill confirm an Associated Press Pekin dispatch that an early and complete settlement of the indemnity question is expected. Negotiations are centered on the American British and British American proposals. Officials hope to finish negotiations this week though a minor delay may occur if a minister seeks another chance to confer with his government.
Tacoma residents provide affidavits showing Lillywhite resided in Tacoma from 1890 to July 15, and union card holders are sent to Wellington lawyers as effort to aid in the case. The English murder of Walsh in Dorchester on December 17 draws attention as authorities pursue possible ties.
New York reports no definite conclusion by last night on Ethelberts injury from the Suburban handicap race. Perry Belmont’s stable is cautious as to whether the cut will end his turf career. Trainer Rowe says the injury to Ethelbert’s eye is swollen and the seriousness is undetermined.
Frederic Tyson of Baltimore, longtime leading grain exporter and descendant of Rey ner Tyson who came to America with William Penn, dies at New Fork at age 70. The Tyson family is noted as among Maryland’s oldest and most prominent with his father an original Hartmore chamber of commerce member and first president. Earl Russell faces bigamy charge in London with lease renewal pending.
Captain Hamilton Thicke Suen yacht contest deemed impracticable as heavy weather and reefing difficulties threaten vessels. Bemilter, recalling Shamrock 1 voyage in 1833, notes masts may need to be lowered and cutter underbody gear tested. interview via Associated Press outlines risks and resilience plans for the Atlantic crossing attempt.
New York heard rumors that English statesman Lord Pauncefote plans retirement after arriving in London with his family. Reports note past speculation about extending his term due to ongoing England America discussions, with the possibility of a further extension to last year’s issues.
The Union Pacific will operate special tourist sleeping cars daily from July 10 to 28. Travel includes double berth at 5.00 dollars per ticket, with no changes required.
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