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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
4
Partial text references the Philippines war, General Joe Wheeler, sugar factories in Kanes, and politics around William Goebel. Mentions MacArthur, Funston, and President issues. Describes water cure rumors, revenue questions, and internal affairs inquiries amid scattered notes on the era.
Fragmentary report from Jiansaztx Missouri May Day era describes butcher fear and pursuit of evidence. Mentions Sun Crow and Jettrien, talks with authorities in Joseph, and illicit orders amid price shifts and conscription debates. Estimates of cattle and retail figures appear alongside unrest and speculation about future actions.
The readable segments mention multiple names and dated events such as Detver Cun and Alfredt A. Dipper, with references to a foremat of the supertar and a wife accused of poisoning a Woehlt area. Scrutiny notes and railway terms appear but specifics remain obscured by garbled OCR.
A declared plan by banker George Wilson of Lexington Wyoming urges diverting Saskatchewan River waters south into Missouri River systems to irrigate vast western lands. He argues storage reservoirs could cut Missouri supply and harm border counties while boosting Nebraska and eastern Colorado yields.
The ad promotes Hood s Sarsaparilla as the best time for health, claiming it purifies blood, prevents eruptions, and improves the face and body. It emphasizes improving well being by using the product in the upcoming months March, April, May.
The text asserts pills as reliable medicines that work thoroughly and agreeably, never failing to cure and keep promises. It emphasizes heads as indict or warnings, suggesting consistent effectiveness and trust in the remedy.
The readable text hints at ongoing factional disputes and calls for party discipline, with references to leadership, policy lines, and anticipated shifts in allegiance. It suggests tensions within a political body and forecasts shifts in support.
At 4 o clock Friday afternoon Dr Ernest Fabrig will present a full report on the Watmas gold test mill experiments in Topeka. About twenty six men who each paid 100 to test the scheme will attend at the hotel to hear the results and the fate of the Gage process amid a national claim war between rival factions.
A local report says Mayor Parker will veto the Vinewood park railway ordinance and send the measure to the council on Monday with proposed amendments. If council accepts revisions and passes the amended ordinance, the mayor plans to grant the franchise.
Washington May 1 Rev Dr Cowden chaplain of the House prayed for the restoration of Representative Cummings of New York. The Burleson resolution demanding copies of all orders to Philippines command officers was adopted. Senate considered Patterson resolution limiting information on Philippines orders and paused to resume debate on Rosebud reservation purchase from Sioux in South Dakota.
The committee of the Topeka group of the O HB widen is in charge of arranging the next national convention. A meeting is planned this evening to discuss the schedule and participants. Further details to be announced by the Commercial club and local merchants.
The presiding Taident Order forester convention in Los Angeles elected supreme officers for the next three years. J. H. Cameron won the position of supreme vice chief ranger by a small margin against H. G. McEifresh, with western members opposing. California’s digit chief ranger H. McEifresh remained a focal figure as the full slate of officers was named, including Dr. Orenhyatelha as supreme chief ranger and J. M. Cutmeron as vice chief ranger.
The article argues Mark Twain claims Funston is not to blame for outcomes tied to a hungry man, quoting Twain on moral restraint and a brigadier general’s act. It discusses national shame, pity, and the paradox of mercy versus treachery, framing Funston’s disposition as innate rather than chosen. The piece contrasts humor with brutality and reflects on patriotism, conscience, and the cost of mercy amid conflict.
A large ice house at Santa Fe catches fire this afternoon. The facility is the second largest on the Santa Fe system and currently holds about 10 000 tons of ice for storage. Firefighters battle the blaze as crews assess the damage and risks to nearby structures.
A large number of street force changes were made today on councilmen's recommendation. About a dozen new men were placed on the payroll replacing others and a few veteran workers are at work. Changes in the street department are typically effective on the first of the month. Street Commissioner Griggs says the changes will not increase the size of the force.
In district court this morning Alec McLemnon faced abuse grounds in a divorce petition. Hutte Roberts seeks divorce from W N Roberts on abandonment grounds. Cheops council from Pyramids has moved from Post hall East Sixth to piscary building at Seventh and Kansas. Edward Evans, son of George Bryant, returned to Texas where he is said to be shortstop for the Galveston team in the Texas league.
Kansas City May 1 The first monthly dinner of the Advertising Men's club was held at the Baltimore hotel with President Russa T. Whitmen presiding. Thurman Palmer advertising manager for De Maestri served as guest of honor and shared insights on community of interest in advertising. The seventy attendees enjoyed a superb menu and the event was described as a great success.
Lawmakers pass a building bill allowing 174 cities including three in Washington to receive 17 406 450 in appropriations with debates limited to three hours. It funds new buildings on donated sites and purchases additional sites, while total appropriations drop to 1 595 0. Critics cite lack of amendment opportunity as key flaw. Tickets go on sale May 3 with returns until June 8, via agent T. L. King in Tepetta.
A touring dramatic event titled The Watts of New York preps a nationwide tour stopping at Crest this Saturday for matinee and evening shows. The production blends sensational scenes with comic relief, featuring a rousing railroad bridge swing sequence that elicits wild audience applause.
A fragmented notice describes a Congress member facing overwork and looming writs. It mentions secret syns and a trip on May 5 and 2 to Santa Fe with a state tour including Oklahoma Texas New Mexico Arizona Territory and Colorado east of Hock Port. The price listed is $2.00 with pavilion seating on a solitary trip.
Reports from Heck land offices describe a strong rainfall extend from Sugden to Hennessey Oklahoma and Mangum while Terral and Welling see rain. a fatal train collision near South Omaha claims Andrew FF a livestock trader and prominent Chicago-based shipper. details describe a grounder in front of a Union Pacific train and a man named Hans bedr.
Partial notice shows fare from Dalles Texas to Sante Fe at 16 dollars 60 cents with tickets on sale May 4th and bth. Addressed to T. J. King as agent in Topeh for ticketing.
In a May 1 initiation the Cudshy Packing Co launches an importing contest urging voters to vote early and often for a chance at one of twenty prizes. Housekeepers spend hours trying to win, with prizes including military brushes and planes. The contest runs through May 4 with premiums offered for each entry.
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