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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1902
Page
12
Fragmentary OCR notes reveal a city ticket office entry mentioning Union Purife and a Kansas Avenue address. The readable fragment suggests an ancillary transit or ticketing note but lacks clear action dates or names.
An article warns readers about catarrh remedies such as sprays, inhalers, and tabs touting quick cures. It notes many products are advertised with dubious efficacy and obscure ingredients, urging caution and advising consulting a medical professional before use.
A horse and phaeton were stolen from in front of Arion hall on lower Kansas avenue while Judge Hazen and his wife attended a lodge. A farm boy, Charlie Wise, found the tangled rig in a yard, untacked the horse, and brought it to town. The horse, exhausted and soaked, was returned with only minor damage. Police are seeking the thief who remains at large.
The Kansas St Louis exposition commission met yesterday afternoon to plan a two week tour across the southeast in order to boost interest in the state exhibit for the Louisiana exposition. They will visit zinc smelters brick plants coal mines refineries salt works plaster mills and packing houses in Kansas and nearby cities. The Kanes building at learned Semitety will be postponed until the exhibit opens. Also notes on local political conventions and potential candidates in several counties.
A flurry of spring parties marks Topeka society as invitations pour for Misses Crane and Cross. The sequence includes dinners, luncheons, and receptions from April 5 to 17 at homes of Thompson Davis Gage and others, culminating in the Crane Mitchell wedding at Grace Cathedral with a formal bridal party and notable attendees. The Topeka Federation prepares for its Spring meeting with officer elections and a retiring president’s address. A new neighborhood reading club forms, meeting biweekly at member homes, while the Golden Rule club hosts a charity tea and program. Easter plans close the week with a parish gathering at Hushmorr’s residence.
An old advertisement promotes Hos vetter's Stomach Bitters as a spring remedy. It claims to cure dyspepsia indigestion malaria fever and kidney troubles and touts a private stamp over the bottle neck.
Dainty score shells win prizes with Mrs. C. A. Wolf and Miss Myrtle Fordyce and Mr. James B. Doneyson taking top honors. Portia, Woman’s, Current Literature, and Travel and Truth clubs announce meetings and speakers in Topeka. numerous members listed, along with travel plans for a Los Angeles biennial and local visits.
Mrs Van Deusen returns to Leavenworth after a brief stay with Mrs Munn in Topeka. Mrs F Truster and Mrs F Mr. and Mrs W H depart for Fort Worth. Frank Clough goes home to Kansas City after visiting Topeka with his mother. C T Hobart from the Mall and Breeze spends weekend in Newton for Easter services with his old Commandery.
Rumors fly that a dark horse will win the open railroad commissioner seat from incumbent D. W. Finney. Speculation centers on who the successor might be as Topeka circles discuss the pending decision by the executive council. The scene includes Burton allies gathering in Topeka with several prominent figures from Colby Council Grove Coldwater and Wyandotte County.
Judge Hazen ruled the Mood will stands and dismissed the daughters claims after evidence failed to prove undue influence. The three sisters Lola Bennett Ide Wehe and Jennie Wehe contended their father Robert Mood altered the estate in favor of their stepmother Jane Mood. Costs were assessed against the plaintiffs and the case will be appealed.
Board of education faces ongoing conflict with color ed residents over Douglass school in Lowman Hill. Teacher Mrs Langston rings nine each morning while families boycott and refuse other schooling, leaving children mostly on vacation. Also reports a Wichita man L J Norris died by his own hand after confronting sheriff. death noted at cousin's home. Card of Thanks from Dora Nichols family expresses gratitude to Degree Staff Daughters of Hathor and assorted groups for support and floral offerings.
The funeral for J S Judd is set for 2 o'clock Monday at the home of his son Dr C E Judd 207 Greenwood Avenue Potwin. The article notes related town topics and urges readers to see Friday's State Journal for more on local waterworks and Vinewood Park issues. Sheriff Cook escorted Amos Baker John Brubaker and Ella Buckner to the penitentiary Friday after they were arrested following a controversial excursion plan.
Chinese officials say that a thousand people have been killed in riots at Ta Ming Wu in the southern prefecture, though some doubt the figure. The loss of life is described as undoubtedly great.
The proposition offers 4 percent bonds not exceeding 5000 at $1,000 annual interest via tax levy. It promises savings by omitting the current $6,000 park levy, reducing taxes while funding immediate park construction over two years, and boosting property values citywide. Public funds would cover small yearly costs, while residents gain beauty and utility from new parks.
In Chicago Dr Emil G Hirsch told Temple Israel adherents that crucifixion was a Roman penalty and not Jewish activity. He asserted Jewish law forbids capital punishment on Passover or Sabbath and requires two witnesses, and he denied Jews as branding anyone as the son of God.
The Santa Fe railway company issues a compact guide for Los Angeles residents and visitors. It lists city features including committees of local clubs, attractions, churches and locations, parks and access routes, plus contact details for a full city orientation. Free copies are available through T L King at Santa Fe depot.
The Pass age Clothing company of its city placed the largest collar order in Kansas with Ciuett, Pea body & Co. of Troy. The 500 dozen arrow brand collars were priced at 12 cents each or two for 2 cents, marking the Palace as their biggest Kansas collar account.
The weekly bank statement for the week ending today reports loan 904,074,500. gains 965,203,200. decrease 11,400. specie 550,200. reserves 248. The Choral Society rents the west hall of the Knight and Ladies of Recurity Building for Wednesday Techenraals all year. Members will pelatice SaeR Monday at the Moder with Foone at the Stormont building and ladies’ chorus will practice Tuesday evenings.
In North Topeka the Sardou Avenue bridge painting nears completion with crews departing for Leavenworth. Santa Fe actions loom on road issues as court rulings shape street development. Easter services and elaborate church banquets mark week at North Topeka Baptist Church Court proceedings discussed regarding old lane closure.
John Wanamaker visits New York and London where Landon notes Wanamaker ends discussions. Wanamaker declines interviews on public affairs, signaling a quiet stance amid political chatter.
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