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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1901
Page
1
A chaotic dispatch reports French troops taking part in hostilities amid a tense standoff. Officers struggle to maintain neutrality as clashes erupt with Sikhs and local forces, with captains dragged from carriages and barricades set around settlements.
The document details angry complaints about French conduct toward American aid troops in Saas, noting abusive behavior and refusals to offer purchases. Major reports some French soldiers disarmed by Americans and the need to remove them. It mentions British and Russian interests shaping plans to navigate the property purchase and river corridor developments.
The newly appointed warden of the penitentiary is due to take charge on April 1. Expect reshuffles in the subordinate force as the present assistant warden plans retirement. Governor Sturley aims to reduce friction and improve service, with speculation about who will fill the assistant warden role and how others will adapt to the transition.
Frank Grimes has declined the private secretary appointment to Beneter Berton, ending his term as state treasurer. Reports say he will not take the post, with sources noting upcoming press remarks and questions to be answered about his decision.
An Indiana man sends 2 000 one cent pieces as a wager on the election outcome in Indiana. The bet is tied to Dodge City and Paul Henkle, a well known local businessman, who is involved in the stake. The parcels are prepared for Sunday delivery by express.
In Topeka a chaotic scene unfolded as geese moved over the city causing gunfire and alarm. Eyewitnesses describe birds circling over rivers and ponds while residents stood shivering in the cold awaiting a safe resolution.
Fire from a spark at Finns wave factory destroyed the Humist of Mem phis Indiana Seymour March 18. About Fire wiped out Fire burnt seventy nine dwellings leaving only one stand. Many people homeless, several injuries reported. Most residents were laborers with no insurance, seeking shelter and potential new jobs.
In San Jose California Mary Burton of Gordon City Whit set a new world straightaway road record for the one mile event on the Gil Roy course breaking the previous mark held by Bunk Giatth.
In the Kansas State Penitentiary coal mine at Lansing 254 prisoners mutinied after entering the mine on Monday morning. Fifteen guards are held underground as hostages, with demands for better food and safe passage to surface. Warden Tomlinson refuses concessions, the mutineers threaten to kill guards, and the miners have already killed the mules.
George J Gould has been visiting Lakewood with Western Union officials to discuss combining Gould roads in the west and southwest into a single company. The plan would create a large system with about 13,000 miles, capital around 600 million, linking Missouri Pacific and several other railways. Gould declined to confirm the report when asked at his home.
The Tiracs report Brunswick Dock and Improvement Company outlines comprehensive plans to develop the property for shipment of lumber and essentials. Rail links from Rimlicham and Birmingham to Brunswick will add a terminal alongside the docks to handle increased traffic. The move follows ties with Southern Railway and Seaboard Air Line, signaling major regional investment.
A mob of about 100 assaulted Major HJ Mulford of the Thirty ninth Infantry as he and others were boarding a train near Kioto. Clothing torn and rough treatment reported despite the major's resistance. The report also notes a Russian pursuit in New Chwang and a German steamer near Yap, with other scattered imperial-era incidents and economic notes.
March 19 in St Petersburg crowds gathered near the Kazan Cathedral to mark Velvers death anniversary. Police and Cossacks moved to separate protesters, many arrests made as students clashed with troops. Reports say several injuries, a child killed, and rumors of more deaths, with widespread unrest in Nevsky Prospect.
A convoy of African Americans departed Knoxville for Hagel under a three year contract to the Henshan Commercial and Sugar company. Raised by S. B. Nantes, the group faced an attempt to keep families from accompanying them due to plantation policies and company labor needs.
The report notes a per cent tax on foreign fire and marine companies and on premiums from domestic firms. It also mentions several mills in Falls River facing closure next week due to production curtailment amid unrest. A separate Rome dispatch reports soldiers killed in an avalanche near Leake Coma. An Cairo dispatch mentions a new dervish movement appearing in Sudan.
Major T J Anderson and Santa Fe shopmen rally behind the Topeka extension plan. Officials, merchants, and labor leaders urge bonds to fund a full plant upgrade including locomotives and cars, asserting city growth and property values justify the investment despite opposition.
A pension measure for Lil nee March an via San Pran glist principal measure in the legislature proposes a $12.00 per annum pension for life. It anticipates foreign aid may be granted. The House advanced the measure despite party opposition while a separate Senate action proposed $57,100,000 in 5 percent bonds for public improvements, redeemable in five years and payable within fifteen.
In Indianapolis, the last will of Harrison was opened and read by W. H. B. Miller. The document, executed in 1894, distributes property through a trust and faced contention as German court challenges arose. The case centers on the legality and interpretation of the will amid disputes between heirs and named beneficiaries.
Burton and R Bittod oversee mining interests in Galena while Mulvane travels to Topeka. Senator will visit Wednesday or Thursday, with strong notes on religion and separation. Washington reports telegraph from Sydney to Manila and Navy movements including ships to Bremerton and Cavite.
Swindled in Clara Barton era details. J Forts Marston of Owensrith implicated in forging money orders and freeing to punishment. Marston served 1s months and was arrested by Clara Barton, Red Cross president. Report mentions Cuba aid, timing in Indiana and Washington. Also notes proposed Employer's Liability Bill passage and a boxing/wrestling event in St. Louis with Ernest Rochier and Jenkins. Storms and weather outlook in Lancashire and Kansas forecast.
Fragmented dispatches relay Lord Roberts hopeful, forces evade, and negotiations stall as General Botha rejects terms. References to Canada, press reports, and Allied campaigns intertwine with scattered notes on leaders, letters, and strategic positions, reflecting ongoing colonial conflict and diplomacy.
A ferocious blizzard battered Western Kansas causing widespread outages as high winds and heavy snow disrupted power lines and telecoms. Reports say poles snapped near towns, with several regions losing service while crews worked to restore limited connections and keep routes open.
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