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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1901
Page
4
The Topeka State Journal compiles a frenetic string of political rumors and policy chatter. It references Addicks, Roosevelt, the peace overtures, and looming fiscal measures while touching on Indian lands and the widening vote law debates. It notes anticipated stamp liquidity changes and upcoming land openings that could affect Oklahoma's growth and demographics.
Vague OCR fragment references a city raising around two hundred thousand dollars for a civic project. The passage praises pluck and industry while noting specifics and donors are unclear. It mentions a broad appeal and public pledge by citizens.
Fragmentary text discusses investment trust and accountability with phrases about two hundred thousand and trust in mummies, but the excerpt is garbled and lacks clear events or names. The readable bits indicate concerns over the size of a sum and the need for strict oversight among unspecified men.
The passage blends fragmented quotes about daily life and chores from the Atchison Globe, urging tidying yards and alleys while touching on prison fare and social norms. It reflects local voice, scattered impressions, and stray lines about community routine and discipline.
A garbled Chicago fragment describes nightlife and motives in a blurred social tableau. It hints at bar life, gambling, undertaker humor, and fleeting schemes, with stray lines about currency, indulgence, and a weary counter attendant observing a rough urban milieu.
A garbled clipping from the Philadelphia Record mentions a man running for office, a burlesque show with scant attire, a summer mood, and various disjointed references to a restaurant, water aids, and an aquarium. The text is heavily corrupted and contains no coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
A garbled OCR inspired set of local reminiscences and place names from Kansas towns including Harper Wichita Topeka Oakley and Kansas City. The jumbled text mentions fireplaces attics barns trains and a mix of people such as Johnnie Bull and Mrs Nallon with scattered references to county names Bourbon Gray Thayer and Dase.
Police could not locate the man after trails left by his feet led investigators west of the city. Residents report nothing further about his whereabouts.
The article discusses tensions between sheriffs and city authorities over deputizing officers to arrest outside city limits. It notes Sheriff Cook’s refusal to deputize and questions police diligence in handling criminals, highlighting calls for clearer powers and better enforcement.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate limited room in the federal Sindine withies for the April term. Contracts have added work but time is short, risking incomplete tasks before the court meets. Commercial club discussions and venue changes are mentioned, with no clear outcome.
The city of Topeka faces a water rate dispute with its water company. Attorneys expect a decision from Judge Hook in either April or June as the case moves through the federal court. The dispute centers on whether current rates may stay in effect during litigation.
Fragmented notice reports multiple deaths and funeral plans. Nine year old Jewell of Murira, private Wednesday service. A G Talbot former councilman and agent linked to Major Shreve, died at home. Rev Wililate Lone Ted of Wallington, aged SE years, pastor with long service. list of relatives and survivors in multiple states. Chama died today at 169 West England Avenue, with funeral announcements to follow.
Fragmentary report from Columbus Ohio describes a March session where the Supreme Court addressed a dispute involving a corporation and a demurrer. The piece mentions a titled action and an order related to ouster, with references to a legal firm, a deputy, and a typical debenture, all amid garbled OCR. It concludes with an unrelated ad line for Wood's Pine Cure.
A health note explains that fat babies are safer and stronger, while lean ones lack reserve. It recommends Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as a remedy to build nourishment, urging only a small amount to begin with and cautioning against overfeeding. Readers are told to seek medical advice before use.
A Kansas conference committee plans to meet tomorrow to discuss outreach and partnership opportunities with nearby colleges. Officials aim to expand academic programs and coordinate community activities.
A Kansas conference committee meeting in Kansas City will review plans for a Methodist college in Topeka. The event follows Eliza Chipman’s will directing funds to establish the school, with Baker University support and donor interest from W D Typey Severnce and A S Kinbres.
The piece explains spring fatigue from equinox and changing air. It promotes Peruna as a nerve tonic and blood purifier, claiming quick refreshment without overstimulation. It urges readers to cleanse the blood and digestive organs through the tonic’s purported effects.
The text shows a garbled note about a university, To oN and various schools, mentioning concerns over opposition, Washburn, and implied kindness and goodwill from that direction, without clear details or established facts.
In New York a penniless Harry Drexler, once Joe Wheeler’s body servant in the Spanish War, asks a Waldorf desk sergeant for a night’s lodging. He carries a war department letter praising his service with Wheeler and hopes for a chance to meet the general in Washington or New York, after wandering from St. Louis to the Waldorf.
The injunction case by L M Crawford to block United States Marie bard from a Monday performance in the Auditorium was argued before Judge Hazen who will decide Wednesday. Crawford claims the building is public and the venue cannot host an attraction competing with local theaters. Defense says the band will not perform at the theater and thus does not compete. The January district court term adjourns Friday. April term opens Monday. Bonds of Andersons due Thursday. arrests and forfeiture loom if not renewed. Also notes new spring goods and Santa Fe excursion rates with limited 31 day tickets.
A distorted ad promises a free medical consultation to diagnose and reveal illness. It alleges a simple Q&A session can identify disease and natural susceptibilities, urging readers to visit a store location for personalized care and quick results.
The advance sale of seats for the Dallas State Marius band engagement at the Auditorium next Monday night continued phenomenal with tickets nearly exhausted. Reported demand ran high all day yesterday and again this morning as interest in the concert surged. Officials note the hall’s beauty and the band’s tour success, with Kansas City selling quickly and plans to arrive in a four car train with 75 men.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania a man attempted to kidnap Ed McAvoy aged 11 months from his father's house. The assailants used chloroform to render the child unconscious and drove off before he awoke on the back seat. The child escaped when one occupant drew attention from another vehicle and the kidnapers fled.
A double header freight derailment near St Paul Minnesota injured five men including engineer Calvin and Probst firvitian. Both engines and many cars wrecked with heavy loss. Also reported the death of Mrs Cornelia Black wife of Major Santa Chawuent, at Fort Thomas Kentucky, as she died shortly after arrival.
The second battalion of the Fifth Infantry, nine officers and 600 enlisted men, commanded by Lieut. Col. AJ H. Boveri, departed Fort Sheridan today. Lexington reports that the Disciples of Christ met there and will see in session.
Frantic winter weather eased as tracks reopened in Colorado after snow caused delays in the rally area. Officials reported improved conditions with ice cleared and roads passable for participants and spectators.
Real estate transfers include A. Bimenhald and Leyrest family as grantors conveying Lot 2 in Lee's new spring goods area to F. McManus & Co Tailors. Notice records show parcels described and deeds recorded with standard conveyance language.
The readable fragments reference distant places and events without coherent narrative. Names and terms appear scattered, mentioning Arkansas Arizona Ludian Ter rites and Visit My New Place HILO, with stray phrases about security buildings and merchant tallers.
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