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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1901
Page
4
The Topeka State Journal discusses editor Andrew Carnegie and editor De Rodays amid rumors of rivalries and duels. It notes Alfred Gage guidance to officials, hints at wealth transfers, and references Brit ish diplomacy in South Africa. The piece also covers Kansas politics and reactions to the King’s stance.
A treasury bureau report shows February exports totaling about 1.086 billion dollars, with eight months of the fiscal year near 1.002 billion. The year 1901 is projected to top 1.59 billion, reflecting a steady rise in exports and a favorable trade balance compared with prior years.
Fragmented reader notes mix economic data on February imports and exports with a string of social quips about women, marriage, voting, and public figures. The piece blends trade figures dated to February 1801 and a parade of local observations and humorous maxims from Atchison headlines.
A collage of pointed paragraphs from Chicago News and Philadelphia Report presenting wry maxims and jokes. It contrasts practical advice with light satire on gender roles and human foibles, including lines about ambition, vanity, and misinterpreted wisdom.
Fragmented notes recount quirky incidents from Kansas counties including resignations in Osborne County, a traveling agent fined for obscene pictures, Antwerp queries, and a Colby innkeeper spotting a pamphlet scam. Other items mention delaying sowing, land leases for coal interests, civic staff changes, and quirky cures for rheumatism.
Funeral services for Ira L Miller, who died Monday at the Santa Fe shops, will be held Thursday at 2 PM from the Third Christian church at Third Street and Lake Abitene. Mrs Sarkett, wife of Guy Sackett, district court stenographer, died at her Marion home after a weeklong illness.
Dramatic events headline as Lottie Blair Parker adapts a New York hit to Crawford. William Gillette’s successful comedy features a jealous wife and her long suffering husband, with two indulgent parents who have never raised a harsh word, in a tale of mistaken suspicions and laughter.
An old and modern disease, scrofula, is claimed to be curable by Hood's Sarsaparilla. The advertisement asserts hereditary and acquired forms in swollen glands and sores, with testimonials from Assie Rosser in Fall River and Mrs Howamp Parx in Oregon praising dramatic recoveries and urging faithful use today.
A charming comedy returns with the same fine stock company. The curtain celebrates a Saturday performance at the Centhed Pridis theatre. Though framed as a light farce, it offers a useful object lesson for youngsters. Judies present at the show with paid admission of 30 cents.
Washington reports irregularities in Maryland census counting. Director Merriam says errors cannot alter the tenth census figures but offenders will be punished. Baltimore area districts Marys and St Charles worst. 60 names padded by district clerks. total padding 12 136. Enumerator S F Abell arrested. held for grand jury on 1000 bond.
Wilkenparre Florida March 20 President T D Nicholls of the United Mine Workers says officers will push for a joint conference to avoid a strike. He emphasizes not seeking recognition on technical grounds but to establish a scale and orderly procedure, noting no standard scale exists in most anthracite areas. He urges the board of trade to direct communications to operators for a systematic conference.
This excerpt notes the desire to avoid strikes by adhering to business principles and proposing direct man to man discussions with operators to resolve differences and foster smoother future relations. It reflects a proactive stance toward dialogue and collaboration.
Forecast warned of colder weather as mercury fell to 15 degrees early morning with a dip to 2% at noon. Strong northwesterly winds of 26 mph. Reported lows yesterday at 26 and a chilly trend across Miles City Rapid City and Swift Current. One inch four six hundredths of rain in Kansas City, no major damage reported beyond frost for early morning plants.
Chicago March 21 price of pork for May delivery rose to 18.90 per barrel, up 0.62 from yesterday's close. Opening at 14.50, shorts increased bids slightly while holders resisted. Officials deny market being cornered as the advance is blamed on rumors. Market closed with gains.
A local notice corrects initial printed details stating April 9 as election day. It confirms Tuesday April 2 as the city election date and notes the bond proposition will be voted on then. The error involved the resolution passed by the Santa Fe shop men.
Jonathan Thomas, longtime Santa Fe shop extension advocate and original committee chair, remains actively involved from distant shores. He watches the Santa Fe bond decision amid Mediterranean and Red Sea postings, noting messages and an Egyptian scene illustrated on a postcard aboard the ship.
Fragmented OCR lists multiple locations and dates for registering or visiting shops. Repeats March 20 21 30 and 33 with days Wed Thu Fri and references to Tide Tuesday and Sunday. Mentions drugstores Merrilta and Dickinsons with vague hours and streets.
Topeka Kansas ad for Johnston and Walsh specialists in chronic nervous and blood diseases. They advertise extensive hospital experience, free office consultations, and treatment options with electric therapy. They list numerous ailments including catarrh digestion rheumatism neuralgia and nervous disorders. All letters answered in plain envelope. private and confidential.
In Lincoln on March 2 D H Thompson, once runner up for the Republican nomination, faced a joint session vote at noon. Ballot totals show Thompson with 6 to 29 for others, with Metktejohn and Crounee also mentioned. result pending as the session nears closure.
Local notes mention a new job on Seaning Avenue and officers reformed from Wichita after court. A ballot issue over voting procedures is discussed, with details about local elections and audiences. The Browne, cashier of Kearny County State Bank, reports a bank burglary last night and promises more details tomorrow.
In a discussion reflecting on terms like freak and cranks, the article traces how the word freak labeled a person as unusual or defective yet could describe someone intelligent or attractive. It notes shifting connotations from pejorative tag to a broader, sometimes admiring, attribute among observers.
A fragmented account discusses medical trials for piles and related conditions, noting past failed remedies and the shift toward preventive care. The text mentions paternal care, improved nerve function, and occasional breakthroughs labeled as key discoveries guiding better patient outcomes.
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