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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1902
Page
8
Fragmentary text mentions hoisting a black flag and a policy or action by Endl Jong. Obscure references to a governing body, ships, and enforcement appear, but key names, places, and dates are unreadable.
Fragmented OCR text recounts a horse racing scene with named jockeys and claims of governance disputes. Mentions auctions, betting, and race officials amid unclear details, including references to the American jockeys and an event at a fairground venue with bets and a lottery.
In an interview the premier of Anstrand said that an imperial customs union was not practical policy. He spoke on the guidept of the forthcoming colonial conference and outlined government views.
A fragmentary note describes mutual concessions within the empire on a more practical basis. The text hints at easing internal government tensions and rendering progress toward conversions, seeking to remove difficulties and enable smoother governance.
The report notes the latest figures in the M C A Building Fund exceed 36,600 with subscriptions continuing. Mentions Railway and Continental Casady Insurance Co involvement and a Co Codey reference amid the fundraising update.
Chicago June 20 forecast notes a heavy track for the American Derby at Washington Park tomorrow. Trainers and owners including Pentecost Arsenal Heng Hallen Commoner and Heno observe workouts, with Heno and Walace Gay among contenders while weather and prep signals influence the final field.
A garbled report from Oyster Bay describes Archie Roosevelt and a man labeled as a negro in a chaotic incident involving a bank, a post office, and a pony, with bystanders intervening before police interference. Separate notes mention a coal shipment from Wales expected to reach market at prices around five dollars per ton.
A large afternoon musicale at 485 Greenwood avenue Potwin honors Mrs Frank Edgar Weer of Kansas City. Guests include Mrs EH Crobey and Mrs Baker with a long list of local names, decorations of sweet peas and carnations, and several social gatherings featuring cards and dances.
A reader recalls sleeplessness and heart palpitations from coffee and describes switching to Postum Coffee to feel better. The account emphasizes health benefits, a cleaner nervous system, and a stronger family life with Postum as a healthier alternative to caffeinated beverages.
Topeka officers captured James Dalton, the escaped Marshall County inmate, after a pursuit that began in Marysville and stretched across several towns. Dalton, cousin of Coffeyville raiders, faced charges from his dramatic escape and attempts to evade authorities while a nationwide hunt persisted.
Train crew found Ole Mathewson of Sault Ste. Marie dead in a sleeping car berth near Exionaba. A woman from Sault Ste. Marie had traveled with him from the Soo to Chicago for treatment for consumption. A traveling man carried her from the streetcar to the coach while the body was placed in a berth and left.
Justice Ellis of the supreme court has gone to Michigan to spend the summer in hopes of regaining his health. He has been in poor health since his appointment and recently suffered a relapse. He intended to stay in Topeka until after the supreme court session but left early due to weakness during arguments.
London June 20 Rear Admiral Lord Charles Beresford denounces the admiralty as rotten and inefficient amid navy estimates debates. He says Britain lacks 56,000 naval reserves, notes outside agitation boosts ship counts, and cites US and French armament as superior. A separate board is assigned to ensure fleet efficiency.
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