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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1901
Page
1
A heavy downpour caused a flood in the mining region of West Virginia. Roads were blocked and water surged through surrounding communities, prompting evacuation and resource relief efforts by local authorities. No injuries reported at this time.
Extreme flood and cloudburst wreck West Virginia and nearby areas, washing out miles of track and wiping towns. Reports from Vivian, Welch, and Bluefield describe destroyed rail yards, collapsed bridges, and massive property losses running into millions. survivors recount trains stalled, livelihoods ruined, and uncertain death tolls as rescue workers push to reach isolated communities.
Curtis states his Washington mission concerned opening Indian lands in the Kiowa Comanche country with no political aim. He expects Kansas plans to be announced soon and notes Burton’s appointments to be publicized after his return.
In Matewan West Virginia June 24 striking miners resist Judge Jacksons writ of injunction jeers meet deputies who attempt service and guards decline to intervene beyond order protection A looming Wednesday move to eject strikers from company houses risks renewed clashes as non union guards patrol mines and relief funds support workers while militia action looms
In Forge a second conference of Sixth District hopefuls discussed running J. Burrow of Smith Center for Congress. Attendees included Cy Anderson Benator Buschow TL My McGonigal and others from Norton Colby Gosford and Mankato. Burrow seen as best to secure executive council vote while Reeder acts to disrupt the bid.
June 24 Vancouver B C five market gardeners living in a riverside shack were slain by a fellow Chinese man in a homicidal frenzy. The assailant, once friendly, was expelled after erratic behavior and returned to force entry with an axe. He killed four men and wounded a fifth, leaving one patient in critical condition.
About 380 travelers joined a Sunday Union Pacific trip from Kansas City to Topeka organized by the Association of Shipping Clerks of Kaness City. The event included two trains from Kansas City and another from the Santa Fe line. A Modern Woodmen of America contingent visited state huts during the outing. The organizing committee consisted of H. W. Strawler, Joseph, and Matt Piood of Condolence Washington. June 4 reports note condolences sent to Secretary Hay and curiosity about Canis in Washington.
Washington reports Surgeon General Wimar was informed of the arrival at San Diego of the British steamer Carlisle City from Hong Kong via Yokohama and Honolulu. Six crew or passengers showed plague symptoms. five confirmed, one possible. All others on board healthy. ship quarantined to prevent spread.
Harry Williams, a Black man, stabbed seven people in a June incident near Clark and Van Buren.Police intervened as a crowd pursued him, wounding Thomas and forcing the mob back with a patrol wagon. Williams had stabbed Thomas five times and wounded six others before being subdued.
Or Crawford will open the summer theater on vacant lots at Quincy Street with Monte Cristo as the opening play. Admission is free for ladies on Monday. price 30 cents for other seats and 16 cents for matinees. Tickets go on sale at Rowley & Snow's Thursday.
The Chronicle reports Senator Lodge may join a British voyage to England and signs of his arrival in Rio de Janeiro. The article notes ongoing negotiations between Britain and the United States affecting the Nicaragua Canal and broader wartime actions, with Buffers and indirect official implications.
A Kansas City dispatch reports Judge Aikman instructed the jury in the Jenaté Morrison case at Hi Dorado. Arguments were opened and the case may go to the jury tomorrow evening. The judge’s instructions could allow a Morrison conviction on either theory presented.
Washington insiders report Pension Agent Cyrus Leland United States District Attorney J E Lambert and State official Georg Clark visiting the capital. The arrival at Normandie hotel triggered cautionary measures as they sought to influence Lambert and Jobs cases and press for Leland's four year term renewal while Kansas figures push to oust Lambert and Jabes amid pending bank inquiry evidence. Patterson of Emporia joins, promising damaging information to protect depositors against Lambert and Jabes, with White House discussions unfolding over potential disclosures.
Wilkes Barre Pa June 26 The Central Railroad of New Jersey issues an ultimatum to striking workers at the Ashie shops warning that those who do not return to work tomorrow will be replaced. Interpreted as a sign of possible trouble if nonunion men arrive. Also notes weather forecasts and city temperatures for Chicago and other large cities.
A man fell from a third story window after a dispute ended in a fatal accident. Authorities say the victim died at the scene and investigators are reviewing the circumstances of the fall. Police have not released the victim’s name pending family notification.
A Yale attendee, Adele bere Stone Hay, died after falling from a third story window at a New Haven hotel during commencement week. Officials say the fall appears accidental, with investigations detailing the hotel area and surrounding events as family members pursue answers.
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