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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1902
Page
5
Wamego resident Tracy accuses Kansas Republicans of opposing Roosevelt and mocks the U S District Attorney outcome as a joke. He cites implied party division, a Kansas World report, and claims that the state convention favors Roosevelt opponents while urging unity ahead of the national convention.
A garbled OCR passage discusses political figures including Ira and Hoover, a delegation to a Hepolitican convention, and remarks by Tracy. It mentions reactions at a home tally and a broad voter sentiment leaning against a proposed nomination and related debates. The text is fragmented and lacks clear chronology or location.
The Peoria Saengerfest attracts thousands as choirs gather for a grand opening at the city’s gala event. Notable groups and performers from local and regional choirs fill the scene, with speakers and musical tributes marking the start of the festival.
The Lake Store announces a twenty hour New York train in service from Chicago daily, departing at 2:45 p.m. and arriving in New York the next morning at 9:45. The service will stop at Chicago and other points, with a gala at Gartel Park this evening featuring Marshall's Band.
Readers learn of a luncheon hosted by Biles Fred Davin in Deceaea with many attendees from Hiawathe Port Madison and surrounding Set, including Miss Bechtel, Miss Jones and Miss Quinton. The report lists guests, decorations, and social events at various homes, noting weddings and club activities as part of a busy social scene.
A shuffled transcription shows social news from Texas and Garnett detailing visits by Mrs FE Dietrich and Mrs Walter T Noble, a club meeting led by Pv Deborah Loneshore, and a church wedding near Garnett attended by Rev. Dr. Hurgan. Guests included Miss Agius Prior and Mr Mastin Gus, with a breakfast at the parents’ home on Van Buren Street.
Boxer Tory McGovern suffered a collarbone fracture after a collision while playing baseball at College Point. He was taken home to Booth Reign where doctors say he will be laid up for several weeks. He was scheduled to fight Young Corbett in September for the feather title.
June 7 report notes the Emporia National Co operative League, a sub branch of the National Co operative League, warns of endless get rich quick schemes connected to a one month experiment. Several transactions are described as failing and participants face losses. Also dated June 16 Tecianopole reports the marriage of Booth Tarkington to Louisa Pietcher at the Pietcher home with author Tarkington present.
Readers inquire why the Four Track News is late and where it is printed. George H. Nantell, general passenger agent, New York Central and Hudson River Railroad, Grand Central Station, New York, notes the subscription price and offers a sample copy.
Rail agency advertises Santa Fe tickets with round trip Chicago service at 16 dollars. Tickets go on sale June 16 and 17 with return possible as late as September. For details contact Santa Fe agent.
Clay County Populists discuss fusion to nominate Frank Nelson for state superintendent of public instruction. Nelson, who opposed the American Book Company in school contracts, is seen as strong with Populists and some Republicans. Nevada of Washington dispatches and Wichita convention talk are noted regarding state appointments and party dynamics.
Marvhells band performs this evening at Garfield park with a nine piece programme. Admission includes a Santa Shopmes’s plenie and other items. Program features Flower Sone and Seeraaingeee, with return travel deals to Leavenworth and Santa Peat.
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