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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1901

Page

13

Suicide Attempt and Murder Suspected in New Mexico Rail Workman

Reports describe Joseph Rickards, a railroad worker from New Mexico, attempting suicide by poison and a dagger during a crisis of unemployment. Neighbors Hartman and Mrs Rickards witnessed a disturbance near Eighth and Jefferson, with Rickards later found mortally wounded and dying. Medical aid arrived as authorities prepared to investigate a possible murder or self harm, with Rickards reportedly repeating plans to kill himself despite intervention.

Miners Forestall Wage Notices Issued Across Regions

Scranton reports that several mining firms including Delaware Hutson Co and related operators posted notices extending current wage rates for all workers. The action signals staged wage stability while Digcos producing companies and peers prepare for discussions at the Hamilton conference next week.

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Inaugurals Compared By The Terre Haute Gazette

The Terre Haute Gazette reports on presidential inaugurals, contrasting McKinleys address with Washington and Jefferson eras. It notes a broad plan for employee gains tied to paper earnings and discusses Bryan's March arrival in New York and remarriage hints amid a turbulent political scene.

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San Antonio Route Fare For Return Trip Inside Notice

San Antonio Texas trip fare listed at 22 dollars and 5 cents via the Sanita Fe Route. Annual meeting details show attendees including King and agent AT. 8. Visit 7th Street Security Building for more information and new style tailoring by OLOF SEAERG merchant tailor.

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Primary Election Candidates For Sixth Ward and City Officials

Voters faced rain as polls opened for the primary today. The list shows mayoral hopefuls J W F Hughes, James & Wie ply, and others, with ward candidates B Botts, W Beegund, Tom Ve Xbrehasie, and F R Rigby. City roles include clerk and board of caiscotto members. details appear on the page.

Zoline Nooa Gra Caiscatto and Mabers

The Breach of Nation’s Paper Prompts Debate in Nav ery

FragmentedOCR notes show Mrs Nation’s paper edited by Mel Carrie Nafian and Nick Chiles, a four column 1¢ page criticizing Prohibition enforcement and preaching moral reform. Coverage mentions editorial letters, inquiries about jail conditions, and public discussion of anti liquor campaigns.

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Roosevelts Younger Man Part Of Senate History

An account recalls the moment Theodore Roosevelt entered the Senate as a youngest member, amid astonished peers and family pride. The scene showed Roosevelt’s famed vigor as he addressed the chamber while relatives watched with admiration.

Nominations Pack Senate Brief with Nominated Officials

Washington nominees include Tory member to oversee Article seven treaty aspects, William Chandma and others across states. William Fy of DC and William L. Chambers of Alabama named for attorney general duties, several lieutenants promoted, and a new secretary to the navy post noted amid a broad batch of appointments.

Washington Senate United States Spein Wiliam B. Chand Derry Wood Ohio William AL Fy District of Columbia Willams L. Chambers Alaha Uller of Lowe Witla Anny—Achillers John Haynes Wiliam Aschter George Lew Irwin Henry Toddie Threhes W. Siston Clint St Petersburg Tae Tehri

Weather bulletin on erratic precipitation and winds

The report describes the day with rain totaling four hundredths of an inch, snow and hail totaling about a half inch, and a combined 25 pounds of moisture. winds from the north at 12 miles per hour. Forecasters warn the forecast may be unreliable and a blanket guess covers uncertain conditions.

Dance Costs Dear at Lawrence University

Fourteen Lawrence University students from Appleton Wisconsin were suspended from classes for dancing in violation of campus rules. The suspension was announced after chapel services by President Plante. Names caused consternation among students and eight more suspensions followed after a college ball gathering. Some suspensions run for varying lengths, up to the remainder of the term.

Lawrence University Appleton Wis Laurence University Methodist Plante Mont Casa Took

McKinley and Roosevelt Personal Statistics

Washington March 9 Interesting personal facts about William McKinley include his height six feet his chest and collar measurements his age and family details his health habits daily routines and preferences. The fragment hints at his routine and character but is incomplete and partially garbled.

The Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt Health and Habits

Washington March 9 The following statistics of Theodore Roosevelt are of interest: Height 5 feet 8 inches weight 155 pounds chest 42 inches. He is 42 years old. His father died at 47 and his grandfather at 77. He has not been sick in ten years and has no life insurance. He enjoys many activities including riding, wrestling, hunting and walking. He is described as having a strong appetite and a vigorous routine with steady exercise and travel.

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Fragmented World War II Telegrams and Baltic News Snippets

A jumble of brief telegrams reports rumors of developments in Macedonia and nominations for a commission in Europe. It notes railway accidents, bank rumors, arrests, a Danish West Indies matter, and various political moves, with scattered mentions of Moscow, Constantinople, and New York.

Across the Kaw community notes from a busy Kansas City week

Local column items list residents and events including Mark Ptiam in Kansas City on Friday Dion Hamrick’s fall at Monroe Street purchases of household goods at 1006 North Kansas Avenue and Grantville visitors. Notices mention births praise service at Central Avenue Christian Church and serious illness of James Stansfold. Casual mentions cover farm seeds, club meetings, visitors from St Louis and Topeka, and a new household novelties manufactory moving from Benen to Topeka.

Mark Ptiam Kansas City Dion Hamrick Monroe Street North Kansas Aventa Grantville North Side Yeaterday Amelli Brisner New Era Department Store Edward Sonwarte MIT Central Avenue Son Central Avenue Christian Crush James Stans Pustle Coto Hoff CC. Nicholson Benen Topeka HR. Lewis, Sr Litehfeld St. Louis Aon Géures J. Lewis Jackson Streok. Tl T. Eod Costles B Butehinnon Jackson Street Ki ‘City Bertie

Mrs Taggart to Leave for Bun Francia in Santa Fe Transfer

Mrs Taggart of Hirtian's agi tin will leave Sunday for Bun Francia. She has been transferred by the Santa Fe company and Tidenters, da and Ruth, with no travel for their new home for a month. Mr Wil Taggart remains in Topeka in Santa Fe offices. Watson's string quartet performs with first and second violins, cello and viola. Confirmation instruction includes a 700 choral overpang and a short address by the Hey Canon Bywater.

Saunderson Taggart Hirtian Agi Tin Sundey Bun Francia Shere Santa Fe Company Tidenters Ruth Ruth, Wit Noe Teave For Their New Home For A Month, While Mr. Wil ‘Taggart Sannta Fe Topeka Niment Watson F.C Watson Calkins Vinia

Market Report Mixed as Prices Shift and Receipts Rise

Market activity shows a choppy session with May futures rallying briefly before easing. Oats and corn supply signals mix with pork and beef receipts, while hogs and cattle traders react to tentative demand. Prices for butter and staples move amid cautious wholesale trading and regional demand fluctuations.

PETE Seeks Diverse Work Opportunity in Belohe Area

Situation wanted notice shows an individual named Pete seeking an all around operation role. Reads like a personal classified from Belohe area. Contact box 22 for responses as requested by the advertiser.

Alround Pete Opeas Belohe

Market report outlines mixed pork and grain trends

The dispatch depicts a fluctuating market with pork futures around 36 and May pork expectations, noting cautious trading in corn, rail cars, and short-term demand. Brokers compete for shares as prices edge up and down, while industry players discuss supply, distribution, and seasonal shifts shaping near-term outlooks.

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J C Goings Commission Merchant

J C Goings is described as a commission merchant dealing in stocks grain and provisions. He is listed as receiver and shipper of grain with a Topeka Kansas address and notes on milling wheat and the trade. The fragmentary text mentions Bath Comes of Bombers and some garbled phrases about exchange and ships.

Topeka Bath

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