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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1902
Page
12
The article outlines a tense political scene with Harris renominated on the anti Curtis ticket and a growing revolt against Thomas T Kelly. It notes fusion efforts, campaign maneuvers, and statewide party dynamics, including county outcomes, nominations, and anticipated races across districts.
French artillery officer Humbert tells Paris correspondent he has converted explosive powder into motor power for projectiles, claiming weapons can fire without report or recoil. He asserts the discovery could revolutionize warfare and weaponry methods worldwide.
Great Granddaughter of Blaine, Mant Thompson, fatally injured after a fall down an elevator shaft in Helena. Her father, James G Blaine’s private secretary Fandolyn Thompro, died about a year ago. Murder plot and multiple murders reported in Des Moines and River Juneten area. Rube Waddell transfers to Philadelphia after a June 1 game. details unclear.
A cryptic market note reports mixed price movements in wheat and related grains led by Oklahoma gains and Liverpool price dipping. It cites erratic demand and limited offerings with scattered regional price shifts and tentative futures activity from St Louis to Chicago, noting meat and mutton markets influenced by broader trends.
The report covers cattle and hog receipts, prices, and market tone at Texage markets with cattle, hogs, and sheep pricing. It notes quote ranges for steers and cows, steady to lower tendencies, and mentions shipments and imports affecting the markets.
Mrs Frederickson of Minnesota reports improved health after using Grape-Nuts, noting regained appetite strength and memory. She credits Grape-Nuts with aiding digestion and allowing full meals, including cabbage and pasta, and claims weight gain to 125 pounds with household work restored.
The market gossip column reports varied activity across grains and commodities. Sugar and coffee prices move in New York while copper and copper products show quiet demand. cotton futures rise as markets in New York and Kansas show activity and price shifts.
A report from Bonne Terre describes dynamite incidents on the Flat River line near Sapient overpass causing obstructions and burned debris. Authorities moved to clear the main line, transferring trains if needed, as South Missouri authorities seek to restrain further damage. a decision is awaited in the coming week.
Albuquerque reports a fight near Tucumcari ends with five cowpunchers dead after a water dispute over a spring. The skirmish involved Lee of Perea Ana county and other cowhands. authorities pursue suspects as casualties number five of eight. Sheriff Romer of Guadalupe County leads investigations.
The steamer City of Nome becomes the first vessel to arrive at Nome after a long voyage from Seattle. Severe weather and rough seas delayed transit but the ship reached open waters and entered Nome harbor. The crew faced damage but the steamer completed the voyage and tied up at the wharf.
A Topeka correspondent reports Tracy in a confidential interview at the Copeland hotel denying a Kansas City World claim. He says the publication’s quotes and sentiments were misrepresented and that the piece was published without foundation.
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