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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1902
Page
4
A disjointed wire summary reflects frequent policy clashes, campaign chatter, and international topics. It mentions Hartford Post characterization of a mayoral incident, isthmian canal debates, currency plans for the Philippines, and Funston Roosevelt banter about a ride and a swim in Potomac waters.
A fragment criticizes Easter Sunday as a day for fashion shows and parades rather than reverent observance. It laments public displays by dressmakers and milliners, arguing that tradition and sacred meaning should guide the holiday, not gimmicks or consumer spectacle.
A Wichita Beacon editorial denounces a planned show within city limits as a breach of public morals calling out the chief of police and the city’s license system. It argues open saloon sentiment would harm morals and tax revenue, while praising stronger press scrutiny and civic virtue.
Mrs Helen Gould funds a revival program as Jonn Coldwell is named to lead religious work for railway Young Men's Christian Association chapters. Coldwell arrives in Topeka April 1 to begin duties and travel to promote spiritual outreach over eleven days of revival services amid ongoing rail line union activity and M C A programs. The article highlights the M A A and ALC efforts, rail shop access for talks, and the organization’s finances and education work with Topeka’s association leading a winter penetical course with certificates possible.
Commissioner H Clay Hvann has received Evans's resignation as head of the Pension Bureau. Efforts to remove him failed, with the attack strengthening his standing. Evans reportedly has assurances of a better position with leaner work and higher pay when desired.
The passage notes possibilities of a Cuban mission for both gentlemen as the president signals a policy continuity at the pension bureau. It suggests the administration seeks diplomatic avenues with Cuba while reaffirming the current stance despite changes in leadership.
In Reno county farmer Yagey planted 40 acres of catalpa trees to supply railroad ties and fence posts. Neighbors doubted him, but the trees grew fast. The government and railroad interests monitor the project as post demand increases and timber supplies shrink. The venture promises profit in five to eight years, with rapid growth and a potential regional model for eastern Kansas.
The excerpt blends humorous claims and social observations about spring fashion bargains, marital changes, and rural life. It notes a woman’s bargain at 3 cents yard drawing neighbors’ attention, contrasts prices and needs, and comments on women’s roles, family burdens, and shifting labor as marriages affect employment. It mentions a dying woman with three young children and a quiet wedding, then observes farmers gaining control and men’s comments on women.
A compact satirical column notes modern quirks and idle money concerns. It lampoons bosses, romance mishaps, poets born rather than educated, and the paradox of time and wealth with wry urban wit.
A fragmentary humor piece lampoons relationship dynamics and female behavior with aging while poking at social mores. The prose sketches a bachelor view of women and taxes, clinging affection, and peculiar breakfast venues as a dated urban satire.
A condensed review round covers McClure Phillips works including The Flared Pearl saved by Stewart Edyard White and The Latte God and Picks. It notes Thomas Fogarty's Oeben Aiy and James D. Carruthers The Whack Cat Club. Kinbard praised. also discusses Darwinian themes in Western Civilization critic’s appraisal and the era’s literary scene.
Representative Corliss of Michigan testified before the House judiciary committee on his resolutions directing the attorney general to initiate proceedings against Commercial Cable Company for alleged combinations. He claimed deliberate law violations push cable message costs up 12 cents per word, while committee members questioned evidence and process. The committee voted against the resolution after executive session, finding no sufficient case presented.
Governor Stanley proclaims Arbor Day observance for April 4. Brigadier General Funston travels through Topeka en route to California. State grain dealers hold a two day session and reelect officers. A movement seeks Rev. CM Sheldon as mayor. Democratic and poet leaders clash over fusion. Rev. M F P McKirahan resigns from First United Presbyterian church. Transcontinental Railway head J J Frey visits Topeka. Mayor Parker faces assault allegations from Mrs Nation followers. Fire department adapts pressure checks on water mains. Home Defenders push to end drug store saloons by pressuring women to withdraw permit petitions. Marshall’s Band to Salt Lake City with Elks. Vinewood Park railway franchise debate continues. Washburn observatory contract let at $30,000. Barber Asphalt bid scandal surfaces. Santa Fe fireman Henry O’Brien fired for marriage to a colored woman. Scottish Rite Mason reunion held in Topeka. Telegraphic Summary covers Rhodes death and various trials, crimes, and political moves across the nation. James Wilcox found guilty of murder. Cuba events and labor talks loom. District news includes counterfeit raids and a Cuban postal funds embezzlement trail outcomes. Presidential diplomacy and pensions cases noted. A quip ends with a tired wife insomnia joke.
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