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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1902
Page
4
Fragmentary An item from the Topeka State Journal shows garbled OCR with references to authors and names like Vanderbilt and Soper, suggesting an incomplete Kansas town report and unsigned or misread credits.
Fragmented wire report from Associated Press relayed by the Bam Journal notes broad coverage from Topeka with state journal collaboration. The day’s amplifying wire service dispatches are summarized, highlighting a high level of interoffice reporting and cross publication.
The article threads wartime sentiment and political talk, noting Funston’s tireless pace, possible Cuban action, and looming debates about Philippine independence. It critiques industrial trusts and the Northern Securities case, citing Attorney General Knox on the sham ownership and the need to challenge alleged unlawful combinations.
A partisan-era note criticizes Republican pipers and their Cuba sugar tariff stance. It cites Tawney Taylor and McKinley era policies, accusing party leaders of acting against public sentiment and finance, with opponents opposing reductions and urging restraint.
A fragmented discussion on tariffs shows reformists pressing for change while protectionists defend the system. The piece argues that anti tariff forces face strong resistance and that entrenched institutions would resist modifications even amid broader political pressure.
A cryptic, chatty fragment criticizes manners and morals. It jokes about teachers kissing boys, women as martyrs, and the idea that gifts ease guilt. It also hints at social phoniness and the misfire of introductions. The piece ends with a caution to spell names correctly in introductions.
A quirky collage of verses about Easter bonnets rubber plants and marriage yet mostly fragments. The piece playfully riffs on weather, politics, and intentions with scattered lines and misprints, capturing a slice of a quirky social page.
Eloquence on money and youth misgivings, noting how wealth slips away and aging reshapes desire. The piece muses on youth's welcome at sixteen fading by thirty-six, pairing a humorous tone with reflections on human frailty and life’s ailments.
Shenasa Terril of C D Skinner Transfer Company is hospitalized at Christ Hospital after the thumb and forefinger of his right hand were amputated during a device test. Terrill and Perry Thompson were handling a new telephone wired to bare live trolley lines from Street railway company, causing the accident. Presidential nominations news follows with fragmented overseas notes and Rhodes mention.
The passage urges March May and April as ideal months for cleansing the blood. It explains the body pores emotions show on the face and body, claiming the system is actively purifying now. It references Pitcotes and similar signals as justification for acting this season.
A historical ad fragment touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pitts Hood's Sarsaparilla as effective medicines that "never fail" to do the work, promising thorough relief and consistent results while urging readers to rely on these advertised remedies.
The St Louis Republic reports Judge Clark fined $100 in two alum baking powder rulings and upheld Missouri pure food law. The Great Western Tea and Coffee Co at 755 Franklin Ave was found guilty of selling alum-containing powders. Five related cases were nol pressed to avoid undue dealer burden while proving the law’s health protection aim.
Governor Stanley spends pardon day reviewing paroles and appeals. Only one parole granted, to Edward Arnett, a turkeys theft convict in Allen County, aided by his illness and his wife’s illness. Several applicants were rejected, including Unteworth Hacker and Green Roberts in separate cases.
A fragmented report recounts pardon refusals and parole battles tied to a murder case and a hacker accused of no involvement. It notes Governor Stanley rejecting clemency for several inmates, including Amos, amid petitions from Pratt County residents and county officials.
March 17 at Chatham Masa seven members of the Manomoy life saving station crew including the captain drowned while attempting to reach a distressed barge in a violent sea. Surfman Hills was rescued. two hours unconscious. Names listed include Captain Marshall Eldridge and Edgar Smal. Five barge crewmen also died. rescue boat capsized with several survivors.
John B. Mulvane sustained a bad fall down the stairs at his East Sixth avenue home last Saturday. No bones were broken and he should be able to leave bed in a few days. The child in his arms was unharmed. Mrs. H. A. Uterman has smallpox and others suffer minor ailments as local news items note. Upcoming events include a Mount Olive church service and a large St Patrick celebration planned by local groups.
The Senate met at 11 to vote on the subsidy bill for ships with 16 minute speeches, while amendments and related river and harbor matters were discussed. Other bills passed included funds for Colorado Springs, Laramie, and Utah lands, with ongoing debate on Chinese labor and anti trust enforcement shaping the session.
The bill proposes nearly 30 cents per gross ton to support shipbuilding and American shipping. Mr Wellington supports the measure, citing national duty to bolster American manufactures and upcountry the merchant marine. He praises Mr Frye for advocating rehabilitation of the American merchant marine.
Washington March 17 half the House wore shamrocks as it met to review the river and harbor bill. Speaker Burton O explained the measure’s $24 million in actual appropriations versus $360 million cited by critics, noting $36 million more is authorized under the contract system. He rebutted claims of oversized spending and outlined how funds are allocated among contracts and regional projects.
Mrs Hannah Wriehler died at 700 Lime Street from acute bronchitis. Mineral serjeen will be held from First Christian church at pm Tuesday. Mrs W Whittlesy died at corner of Second and Madison from apoplexy. funeral arrangements to be announced later. The body of Rev WH Lucas, who died at Emporia, will be brought to Topeka for burial Tuesday under Mt Moriut Judge No 1A F and A M. The colored Magers will assemble at Foote 18 Hanne avenue at pm Sunday.
In a smoky courtroom, Patrick presses his claim as a witness testifies that a key conversation was not authorized. Defense seeks to show implied consent and relevance, while Mabel and Alice are questioned about loyalties in a tense afternoon exchange at the residence. Charles E. Jones, clerk, recalls Pal presenting chloroform to a party, shaping the case’s direction.
Eugene Drew, an engineer for the Bante Feeter, dives on Mortree Street Sunday night in a mysterious incident. Police investigate signals hinting at a possible assault or accident as local residents report odd happenings near the area.
Washington dispatch notes Republican members opposing the Ways and Means committee on Cuban reciprocity held a four hour meeting. They resisted any agreement promising tariff reductions. The gathering included GOP figures and reflected firm instruction to finance policy.
In morning sessions Judge Frasen pushed clarity in the Sefis will case filings. Attorneys for William Solje argued for more definite terms and conditions, while Willian Sells testified about gifting a diamond to Mrs. Albis Bellz, a deceased party, with further petitions set for future review.
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