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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1902
Page
1
A Morrison jury found the defendant guilty of murder in the second degree after a 12 hour session. The verdict followed an intensive trial with testimony and witness accounts forming the core of the prosecution's case against Morrison.
The fragmentary wire copy references city temperatures from Chicago to New York and Boston, then shifts to a Kansas political theme with mentions of a speech, a grand jury, and a bank appropriation dispute. Names and places blur amid garbled OCR, but the piece hints at campaign rhetoric and public finance concerns.
The Topeka theater scene shifts as Crawford interests and Brigham traverse to keep both houses open and divide attractions. Kane remains as Grand manager while Brigham joins Crawford’s circuit with Leavenworth, Atchison, Springfield, and other houses. The effort aims to attract audiences, avoid conflict, and stabilize operations amid a changing theater landscape.
The letters note a new arrangement favoring Wedge, with Topeka attractions moving to a theater and opera venue setup. Brigham supports the plan while Cuiwined Kane claim futility of competing with many companies. The Crawford theater, Grand opera house in focus.
Reports describe a boilermaker strike affecting Topeka area operations with references to Jens Mionkis and others. Observers note disrupted work, picket lines, and unity among strikers while officials from manager and superintendent levels respond. The piece emphasizes continued labor pressure and uncertainties about future work and wage discussions.
A Topeka delegation led by Mrs. Hedges and other women confront Governor Stanley over saloon activity, urging legal actions against county officials and urging enforcement. The speakers press for prosecutions, admitting limited power and calling for investigations into joint operations and public gaming.
Odd fragmented text describes George Moffitt selling Geechee W Motte furniture under legal sale procedures next week. Mentions auction conduct in January, locations Rusinua/Central City, with references to various names and distant places including London and South Africa. The passage is garbled but indicates a furniture sale under law and possible related notices.
MercER to remain in Detroit as talks with a Western offer falter. Representative from the agency observed Mercer today and reported no change in stance. The Detroit scene sees ongoing negotiations and local business support amid the stalled deal.
Fragmentary OCR passage mentions financial actions and depositor wishes, with unclear names and dates. It hints at a national context involving a decree or inquiry by officers and a savings matter, but the readable text remains incoherent and lacks concrete events or entities.
London reports show the king’s wound is not posing immediate danger and doctors expect clearer signs of recovery by June 30. Bulletin notes improved condition and comfort, though some speculation about lingering effects persists. crowds await further updates as preparations for royal events continue.
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