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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1901
Page
4
Full sealed wire report from Associated Press arrives at Topeka Journal building. The piece notes the report was received in the afternoon and stored for the edition, with limited readable details and names obscured by the seal.
A stream of political chatter and trial talk runs through a late 19th century State Journal fragment. It muses on Sen Foreker, the Quay faction, Bryan and Beery Meath, and Hanna, with references to the Kennedy, Molineux, and Carlyle cases. It notes costs of prosecutions, wealth, Carnegie, and myths of reform amid a turbulent political climate.
United States exports for the fiscal year are projected to reach about 1.5 billion dollars, a record for a single year. Through May, exports totaled roughly 1.1 to 1.5 billion, more than the prior period, with commerce ahead of last year’s eleven months by a large margin.
The article analyzes export value changes, noting declines in Asia due to unsettled Chin a trade and Hawaii's reclassification as a U S custome district reducing exports between Hawaii and the United States. It cites ten month agricultural exports at 64 percent of domestic exports and manufacturing exports around 740 percent, with total figures for the year projected.
Fragmented text from a local Globe column mocks social norms and parroted opinions while listing scattered anecdotes. It touches on marriage fidelity, routine social rituals, and awkward family dynamics with stray phrases about inviting guests and table manners. The piece reads like a collage of aphorisms and mis-typed reminiscences from a bygone era.
A garbled Kansas newspaper page notes mid year Independence Day plans in Fort Scott and Stinaana, Elks lodge progress, and local quirks. It mentions town pride in Colby’s all boy graduation, a prairie dog pup shipment, a storm recovery with chickens, and various small incidents across Phillips county, Stockton, Council Grove, Kinsley, and Winfield, with references to locals and officials.
A patchwork of small items from a June to July period mentions stalled front plans, July 4th firecracker limits, and a brass band start. It notes open air services, a Lyons wheat harvest contract, a boy’s room chess distraction, a doctor aiming for July 4 festivities, and curious local quirks including a bull stealing a chicken and a bicycle incident in Salina. Kansas city life in brief.
Miss Josephine F. Holmes sister of Attorney W. H. Holmes resided at 1135 Wayne avenue wat town. At the corner of Sixth avenue and Jackson street the horse ran after papers scattered on the street. The carriage rider fell, Holmes was knocked unconscious briefly. She was brought home with suspected skull fracture ruled out later.
The Shunganung river road bridge east of Tecumseh gave way this morning sending Samuel Parr and John Parr into the creek. Samuel Parr suffered internal injuries and serious burns after a 29 foot fall onto rocks. John Parr sustained bruises as the brothers were hauling a small wagon when the bridge failed and the harness broke, leaving the team on the bank.
Money left out. London officials at Hurlingham Club bar a well known American pigeon shooter Deputin A. TY.afuney from competing, sparking protest among members and stirring debate over regulations and fair play amid club tensions.
John H. Trice, a prominent Democratic politician and late member of the Ibex police commissioners board, died this morning in Jonevh, Missouri. Strikes and unrest reported as workers consider plans amid general work stoppages.
Washington June 25 reports suggest cattlemen, frustrated in stopping open after Kiowa Comanche and Apache, now target the Wichita reservation. A Washington letter details efforts by attorneys long involved with treaty terms, noting no will to impede settlement. The message indicates opposition from cattlemen to protecting interests and hints at legislative friction.
In El Dorado a crowded courtroom heard Jessie Morrison charged with the murder of Air. Olin Destie. Advocate A I Redden led the defense with a fervent plea for Morrison's innocence. The heated session saw Redden remove his coat and collar as he argued before jurors. The case heads to the jury after a tense opening.
Brief telegraph items report a bicycle race injury at Madison Square Garden with the rider hospitalized and improving, a transport ship sinking in a dry dock with no injuries, a large fire in Port Simon Costa Rica destroying over thirty houses, and other distant notices from Boise Idaho to London involving public figures and events.
Directors of the Leipse bank announce a temporary suspension of payments due to Dresdener Credit Anstalt stoppages and discounting difficulties. They say commitments can be honored later as creditors are informed, with the bank’s capital at 45,000 marks and a stated rate of 25 cents.
Kansas City men Stoner and Conklin Jones were arrested in Chicago on charges of passing bogus drafts. They allegedly fed one hundred blank drafts printed at a Topeka bank’s name, using a non existent bank. They fled to Chicago on June 20 after detectives traced the scheme.
The Los Angeles Times special train from Los Angeles to the coast returns after nearly a month away. The composed party includes five coaches, three Pallisans, a baggage coach and a diner with fifty four aboard. Frank Pfaffinger leads the staff on board along with Elisa Otis, daughter of Gen. Harrison Gray Otis. The return route runs via Colorado Springs, Salt Lake, San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Weather report notes a high of 96 degrees at Dagresa and 36 in Topeka with other city figures. Expedition to Fort Riley and return priced at $1.50 for children and 75 cents for extras. Pacific depot service runs from 7 to 2 a.m. tickets available at U P depot.
Webster Withers aged 00 years died at home here of Brights disease. He was a capitalist and a survivor of Kent Cleveland's second term, and in 1890 was made one of the receivers of the Kansas City Pittsburg railway tax xd.
The body of the Inte Adelbert 8S Hay arrived in Cleveland at noon today from New Haven. Samuel Mather of Glenville is among those connected to the family. A separate item notes a disastrous fire at National Storage docks in Jersey City this afternoon, starting in a lighter loaded with jute.
Charles C. Bennett former president of the Deadwood Labor union was killed last night in Deadwood by Michael Feedy. Bennett's neck was broken by four blows. Feedy is jailed. The trouble stemmed from an old feud. Groker's Filley Wins. London reports Croker’s dinck Miley Sweet Dixie C- Reiff won the Gatwick selling handicap of 00 sovereigns at the meeting. Archduke if (li Reiff) Won the Purley pints. Card of Thanks from Mrs J S Conwell and family for tributes after bereavement. Bonds Bought in a Day. Treasury notes and bonds rates noted. En route travel promos for Pan-American Exposition and other tours.
The case before the U.S. Circuit Court targets the City of Chicago and major street railway firms including West Chicago, North Chicago, and Union Traction. The plaintiff, owner of former Yerkes properties, seeks to limit operation while authorities allege ongoing control and related conflicts amid a reopened dispute.
New York June 2 The Norfolk and Western offices in Roanoke Va report a telegram from the general passenger agent noting a storm at Pocahontas with property damage estimated at 300000 dollars and about six deaths though no passengers or trains were harmed. Train service expected to resume Wednesday.
Local figures including CH McEwing of Garnett and CH Oman visit the city as city treasurer and officials enjoy lemonade. Reports note pavement projects, school hosting plant contract, and visitors from Kansas City and Lawrence. A literary musical program and social events fill the evening, with extended mention of local officials and guests.
The new shirt waist coat fusion arrives in Topeka promising a summer wear option. Advertisements note early buyers from the West side observed the fashion novelty, with patrons eager to see the design worn downtown. The garment combines a shirt waist with a coat, aimed at men who dislike wearing a separate coat.
The criminal court in Leipeig sat in camera today and decided not to prison Dietrion Welland who faced charges tied to forged notes. Action begun by creditors seeks repayment from Aurob Varnish company and related parties amid a city sale of assets.
Glasgow dispatch reports that the captain of the Anchor liner Suraesia sailed from New York bringing Fitcherd Wall, a lawyer from Wear Virginia, who purportedly fell overboard during the voyage after a hazardous start at sea. The incident occurred as the vessel neared port with unconfirmed details.
The Shamrock II was taken out of dock today and towed to anchorage. The Rhair was removed and preparations begin for the next phase of harbor work and vessel maintenance.
In Washington, Ervori Messing is replaced as manager as Joamus Senseieh Dingxo will play Brat for the present. Clarke is set to be captain, with planned adjustments to the lineup and leadership.
A garbled travel note lists tickets on date July 6 to 22 with return option. Mentions Bath, New Jersey coast resorts, Pennsylvania connections, and travel from City to New York with transport links. Includes scattered names and dates, but overall describes a route from unspecified city to New York and back via Rock Island Route with price 845.00.
A fragmentary notice describes a Rock Island Route special trip from Topeka to San Francisco. It mentions an itinerary with standard sleepers and a July to October window. Fuller is listed in a family jury context and a baking powder date is noted.
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