23 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
1
A man Love Putally shoots his wife at the reform school and attempts suicide. The wounded wife shields her husband as he claims the act was accidental. Both are treated. police and staff recount the chaotic scene, revolver shots, and hospital care as investigators probe motive and sequence of events.
Vanguard reports both Populist and Democratic camps arriving to open headquarters and begin organizing for the upcoming convention. Delegates set to assemble, speeches planned, and party operations ramp up as preparations continue.
In Topeka the Democrat state convention and Populist factions clash over leadership and candidate endorsements. W A Harris supporters and a split between George Hauns and Dave Hanna dominate canvassing as parties prepare for pivotal state races and potential court actions to resolve ticket selections.
Washington reports no reciprocity treaty with Cuba can be pushed through Congress promptly. If Senate action stalls, the administration may draft a Cuban treaty for Havanna, then return it for Senate ratification, though two thirds unlikely. Weather notes list temperatures for major cities including Chicago and New York.
King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra return to London amid royal processions and crowds. Guests from Europe arrive by royal invitation as streets fill with spectators and guards. The monarch's appearance at Buckingham Palace is greeted with cheers after arrival at Paddington.
United States special envoy Reid began a busy week in London for the coronation program, attending royal processions with Lt Col Sir Flestwood Ell Wards. A major Buckingh am Palace reception is planned for the American envoy, with Reid likely at the king’s table alongside Princesses and nobility, amid formal dining arrangements.
The article outlines a formal sequence of events involving Prince George of Greece and the American embassy staff in London. Dinners at St James Palace and Buckingham, a naval review off Spithead, and a garden party at Windsor mark the diplomatic proceedings. Attendees include Mrs Reid, Lady Lansdowne, Admiral Gervaine, and other embassy members with roles in ceremonial processions and receptions.
The central structure of the St James hotel in Tinting Texas collapsed at 205 o clock Friday morning trapping 13 men. Firemen and police rescued all who could be freed though several occupants were seriously injured. Among the hurt are J Fire badly injured, Hotmen with severe cuts, and J Ross and James Nolin among others. The adjoining Shernmein lodging house also sustained damage.
The El Dorado trial resumes as the prosecution concludes presenting evidence. Witnesses claim the defendant’s statements were properly recorded, with documents produced and identified by attendees. Court plans to continue Wednesday with further testimony, aiming for a Friday verdict.
An early morning robbery in Calumbue, Ker, left John Miller, an elderly veteran, badly wounded after he refused to surrender a trolley. The assailants fled.
A rain map shows heavy rainfall across Kansas with county totals cited for districts including Leavenworth, Johnson, Crawford, Shawnee, Reno, and Sumner. The piece notes a Republican ratification event in Kansas with W. F. Falley delivering the main address and Silas Porter denouncing Senator Hamilton for his stance toward President Roosevelt.
A Brooklyn trolley fire trapped 110 aboard. five people were badly burned and one is likely fatally injured. Motorman remained at his post and applied brakes while passengers fled flames to escape through smoke and wreckage as the car filled with fire. Names of injured include Grace Von Birkland aged 17 and Oscar Vineland among others. two drivers and passengers were severely burned, with one victim nearly killed. The blaze damaged the woodwork and trapped riders before rescue crews arrived.
A murder near Raton prompts a large police and city response. The report details a deceased man found northwest of town, with a note suggesting hired intent. Investigators and officials including General Superintendent Cable and other aides are described preparing statements and inspecting the scene as residents react to the tragedy.
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