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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1902
Page
8
The sermon delivered by Dr. Minot J. Savage in New York's Church of the Mes ia ben details belief in life after death. He argues the body rises and death is not final, urging listeners to pursue an advancing spiritual career beyond life.
At Jasrex Mexico Sunday a bull turned on premier matador Janjo and ripped his clothes as the crowd watched. The injured performer escaped after the bull tossed him, his attire stripped, leaving spectators stunned by the brutal turn in the arena.
A garbled reminiscence recalls Lost Lake prospecting dreams of coarse gold and rugged journeys. The narrator cites Elgin Oregon connections and Bitterroot montana trips, weaving in frontier lore about prospectors, Indians, and hardy outdoor life alongside mentions of Grape-Nuts as a curious aside.
A chaotic bull fight scene unfolds with a matador likely out of action after the bull tosses him onto its horns. Spectators chant and cheer, while Mexican spectators engage in a tense moment, raising fears of a racial clash between Ampericans and Mexcura amid the danger.
In Pike County two unique funeral processions took place Sunday afternoon with over 200 mourners, each man carrying a rifle. One funeral was for the Hatfields Thompsons and their son, killed in a Saturday morning feud. The other honored John Rutherford and Harry Watts, with both processions moving in a flowing march. Rumors say a new family feud may soon eclipse the Hatfield McCoy feud as relatives lash out over the killings.
In Chicago on March 31 a confrontation between two girls with two young men and a stranger ended with George Strang aged 16 and Stanley Goblinski aged 18 mortally wounded. Goblinski and Strang were hospitalized but expected to die as doctors held little hope of recovery.
San Francisco reports the transport Kilpatrick Jets bringing the Seventeenth Infantry from Manila with nearly 1000 soldiers. Five deaths occurred on the voyage including Mrs Pope wife of Lt Colonel BF Pope who died while carrying her husband’s body home. Also recorded deaths: W Thomp son corporal. Wilburt L Leake private. M Stuart private. J J Bailey civilian.
Chicago March 31 report from Hawthorne states Derdy candidate Fincetn was injured during a workout when his horse overreached and cut a foreleg tendon. Runnels to the colt purchased by Drake from TP Hayes last winter for 15000 dollars. Drake’s Br Tirake is in New York. Des Moines voting features a heated mayoral race with James M. Brenton as Republican nominee and Hartesbower seeking rejection of the citizens ticket amid a tense campaign.
The April district court term begins next Monday. Topeka items note a rag carpet ball event, the Explorers musical comedy at Crawford tonight, and local social updates. W. M. Davidson spoke at a Saturday Night club gathering. marriages, a theater boycott, and civic meetings are listed alongside early seasonal farming notes and community notices.
March 31 Milwaukee reports the body of Charles Lue found in his room. Coroner attributes death to alcohol. Lue, of unclear occupation, allegedly spent his money on drink. Also includes brief notes on James H. Keene’s improving condition in Lexington and scattered train disturbances in New York.
Tamaqua veteran Claude Hadesty describes Aguinaldo with panther like cunning and fox like smartness. He recalls the Filipino leader’s admiration for Gen. Funston and claims Aguinaldo placed the star on Winston’s shoulder. The interview covers Aguinaldo’s manners humor love affairs and curiosity about US railroads schools and government.
New York March 31 wireless communication between the Umbria and Campania continued despite the Umbria’s main coast rigging having fallen overboard. The chief officer noted the fault while dispatches were exchanged. Sicnsr Marcoul, in the city, suggested signals might still pass if vessels were within five to six miles.
Senor Valdez editor of a Manila newspaper sued for libel by two Filipino members of the United States Philippine Commission will summon Aguinaldo to testify in court. General Chaffee has granted permission for this action.
A Munich dispatch reports Bavarian scientist Ranke was officially reprimanded for stating that man descended from the ape in the presence of Prince George of Bavaria. The prince, attending the lecture in uniform as a lieutenant in the guard, found the remark objectionable.
An 18th century scene shows officers and women pressuring Professor Ranke after a student prince asserts the Wittelbachs are divinely placed to rule. The professor, stunned, offers no reply as the royal claim is challenged in front of a roomful of students.
Six prisoners escaped from the St. Louis workhouse by breaking shackles and opening cell doors after ten hours of labor. Three remained chained as they climbed the rear fence and fled across the grounds to a skiff, crossing to the Illinois side of the Mississippi.
At 5 oclock Saturday night the house of William Scott at 128 Chandler street was totally destroyed by fire due to the fire department lacking water. The dry district hindered the response. An attempt to burn the barn of J Stahl at 115 Pine street also occurred, with a loss of about $10.
The State Journal reports a North Topeka mass convention endorsed J. B. Betts for re election as representative. The main meeting elected Le Ryder as chair, and the campaign committee announced continued support for Betts. The factional fight concluded with Betts favored.
In Ohio Valley a violent weather and social incident mix as a charity outing ends in distress. Joanna Dupree was arrested Friday on B Adams claim of brandishing a gun and threatening his life. A hearing is set for April 4.
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