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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1901
Page
7
The fragment describes a saloon keeper during March with references to violence and market activity. It mentions a Fire, possible weaponry, and improvised defense, with scattered notes about attendance at events and a tense, unsettled scene.
A mob surrounded Springfield after Albert Shenkle pled guilty to crimes in Cerroll county. Four companies of national guards kept order as Shenkle, shackled and escorted, traveled by special train to the county seat for arraignment, amid threats of lynching and street turmoil. The crowd dispersed at the station as troops barred access and the prisoner was moved toward St Louis for trial.
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A chaotic shootout ends with a desperado killed by a mob in the territory. Guards were disarmed. a prisoner was shot near a yard fence. Multiple bullets struck walls and furniture as bystanders recall the brutal siege. The killer’s death sentence looms, debated by local authorities.
Marcus Eaver aged nine died after attempting what doctors called a popular but unproven salt cure. Witnesses said treatment involved warm saline solutions and duration varied. Dr Krura reportedly used it to revive the patient, but the child collapsed days later amid a scene of concern as family and neighbors watched the ill fated experiment. The patient was from a rural home with seven children in the family.
Albany March 1. Hearings before the assembly public health committee debated a bill permitting practitioners with diplomas in osteopathy to treat patients. Proponents argued for freedom of medical practice as in religion, while opponents warned it could threaten established medical licensing and public safety.
In St Paul Sinn March 1 Sembrich did not sing at St Shad last night declining to appear deferring the date. An accident to the Northwestern train carrying her private car caused a wheel to break and a fire to start in the car. The incident occurred yesterday near Bladisom and disrupted the sale of seats for the event.
Firefighters battled a blaze during Prof Boott's meeting at Bryn Mawr on March 1. The event involved students attempting to extinguish the flames and prevent further damage while safety crews responded promptly.
A shuffled late OCR shows an announcement of a new board of health selection across counties including Centa ré, Shawnen, Jackson, and Dick, with names such as Mirek Eleanor and Chas nhae listed amid unclear spellings. The document notes term ending in May and mentions Brown couse tas CULE Sears in fragmented form.
Fragment from a newspaper page describes a coking tug scene and a chart class. It mentions Battal, Silinael, and Bee, with references to New York and a girl in class. The text is garbled and reads like OCR noise with incomplete sentences and unclear events.
March 1 Rochester officials report a blaze at Plast and Mill streets destroying a five story structure. The Seneca Camera company occupied upper floors employing many workers who perished or were injured. Rescue teams recovered several bodies while others remained unaccounted for, with confined survivors recounting rapid flame spread and failed escapes. Identification of victims proceeded as investigators studied the scene.
Washington reports a tumultuous conference time as talks on the river and harbor bill face divisions and delays. Members debate amendments and the potential path to a partial or full agreement before the weekend.
An anti clerical mob attacked a wine grower’s residence after which the leader of the Cathet faction acted. Senor Pestana answered the door with crucifix and revolver and fired three shots. Police and cavalry patrol the district to contain agitators and followers.
Last night Crawford staged King Rastus drawing a large audience. Isham’s team featuring Smast and Williams, newly moved to Topeka, impressed. Masten Henry showed wit with clever lines, while George Wililuche delivered strong comic work. Billy Scermings was absent. Meliter notes Frown’s absence amid mixed audience reactions.
A garbled clipping mentions events at Crawfurd town and the Grand in Sell Gwyn with Buried names like Okinnoras Cley and Cere Winson. It notes a Stormont hospital plan, a county normal recuse SO, and a wealthy rancherin. Postal Clerks in Session Boston and a fifth annual barbish gathering of the National weariation of Fuallway iat Clerks with figures from New York and Chicago, plus guests like J Bhat fer.
A fragment from a historical page reports a ruler or official confronting a water company over supply terms. It mentions a fatal incident connected to a senate or morning event and references years of water service. The text is garbled but centers on a punitive action tied to a penitentiary water bill.
New York report states Dr. Kennedy’s counsel Moontat sought a second trial for Dolly Reynolds murder but the case resulted in a hung jury. The narrative suggests Reynolds was last seen at a hotel with an unnamed man, with prosecutors and defense attorneys at odds over the next steps.
A special House rules committee agreement cleared an immediate consideration of the army appropriation bill with Cuban and Philippines amendments. The compromise aims to speed debate and passage while preserving key amendments and avoiding further delays. Separately, a Memphis Confederate veterans event drew a White House invitation from a presidential delegation.
Telegram from Mrs Rebecca D Low president of the Federation of Women clubs announces that the next general meeting of the Federation will be held March 1 1902 in Los Angeles California. The executive council meeting just closed decided the date and location.
Columbus reports a world bowling record shattered in a Turian feat with a 1,059 second game and 1,006 first game, highlighting a remarkable performance by Palace Trem of the United Wague. Washington notes a push to close gates of the St Louis expo, aided by Rev Dr and others, opposed by Senator Teller and Representative Gnut.
Washington March 1 minister Lewar d Hayts received a government telegram stating a frontier incident at Hartland Hants Domingo was to suppress Pispatrhea from that locality to become devoid of significance. French troops to return home to France in March. forces and menzies expected to arrive there.
Peace reigns on Heyti Ban Domingo as a corsular incident at Dafa ban is settled. Santo Domingo reports quiet with amnesty decreed for political prisoners. Wharves are deserted amid unrest. Marseilles notes a continuing strike of ship labor.
The Pan America bulletin notes the opening date May 6 for through schedules from St Louis to Franke Vandalia and Indianapolis via Colurabue. It mentions Eric Hoes and several routes while alluding to secret beppy and virorour terms. The text contains numerous garbled phrases and unclear names.
A garbled collection of classified notices lists FOR RENT rooms and four room houses, sales of household items and furniture, chess sets, and various offerings. Names like Newell and Thompson appear amid scattered phrases about real estate, furniture, and miscellaneous goods, with broken addresses and incomplete descriptions.
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