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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1901
Page
6
A British miners parliament auction looms as protests intensify over coal strike. Parliament figures warn of general colliery work suspension if demands fail, signaling a tense political standoff with the government and a potential national crisis.
A Western St Helena report outlines plans to relocate Boer prisoners to Bermuda. The Associated Press dispatch discusses allocation of guards and logistics, noting unclear timing and responsibilities amid shifting duties and weather-related delays.
Engineers estimate the Nicaragua route would cost about 250 million dollars. A party led by Grey in charge of the project arrived from the west, surveying a site 18 miles long from Lake Nicaragua to the coast. The canal would run 18 miles with embankments and rock cuts, costing 6 million in initial design work and extensive field surveys. The work by the commission studied the Darién and Panama routes. the latter deemed infeasible at Batten after examination.
An advertisement touts Hutetter's Stomach Bitters as the best medicine for indigestion constipation dyspepsia biliousness and inactive liver claiming rapid health improvements. It urges private use and suggests the product cures a range of digestive ailments.
A survey at Greytown evaluates a canal route with three possible paths. Measurements indicate altitude about 1,096 feet above sea level, latitude and longitude coordinates referenced as 77:50:85 and 8:55:08. The objective is to identify an optimal link for water transport.
In West Philadelphia a surprise marriage is announced between Miss Hunne Bethel, daughter of a late Philadelphia physician, and Mr. Lee, a black man employed in charity work. The couple reportedly met during Bethel’s charity drives and have since begun a life together amid local attention. The bride, described as 00 years old and civic minded, has roots in church work, while the groom’s background includes service in various households and refined manners.
A Washington dispatch reports officials deny a public denial and state President McKinley would warmly receive Boer leader Kruger if he visited, offering hospitality as with other distinguished foreigners. Kruger would appear in a private capacity and would not be clothed with official status. The piece notes prior Boer envoys were treated with courtesy during their Washington visit.
A jury in Hinschts Court found Lars Heniger guilty of theft from the Carman property. Ludretio pleaded guilty to the same charge as Mancharpe Dace, tied to a May real estate transaction in Salt Lake City. Lily Bangtry’s involvement appears in a 7 plot record from Langtry Salts Property.
New York May 7 British writers fear the influence of financier J Pierpont Morgan. London reports Morgan plans new steamship lines and possible Leyland line purchase while American railroads and industry expand. British observers urge revision of navigation laws as trade shifts toward capital and away from the flag. Minor items note smallpox at Sitka and South African War deaths.
Frederick Underwood, new Erie president, left Jersey City aboard a night train for a week long system wide inspection. The trip covers facilities and equipment from New York to Chicago with Quantum, chairman of the board. CW Buckholts chief engineer. CR Fitch general manager. and other officers accompanying.
A three day session discusses religious teaching, with a second volume planned by a scholar granted a year off. Adverse sheets titled cashingy of sharpostiss circulate, while directors reside in multiple states and Europe awaits arrival of board president W Blatchford. Dr Gilbert remains in Dorset Vermont amid postponement of the Gulbert case.
A grievance committee of 22 workers demanded a nine hour day wage increase from the superintendent of motive power. After a report, the entire shop workforce including machinists and laborers walked out. the strike spread from Hoboken to Buffalo and involved nearly 3,000 men in Scranton.
Milwaukee May 1 E B Clark grand chief of the Order of Post road Conductors spoke at the Brotherhood of the Railway Trainmen convention outlining railroad relations and urging cooperation. Proposals included a reserve fund of 500000 for the insurance department and creation of a fourth vice grand master. The afternoon covered contested insurance claims.
New York May 7 The Herald reports that eighteen principals protested the assignment of Richard M Robinson a colored music teacher to supervise musical instruction in city schools, with about 200 subordinates backing them. Superintendent Jasper warned of consequences for insubordination as Robinson faces reassignment. In other notices a sultan’s physician death, McKinley gifts, and a divorce ruling are briefly noted.
Community diary item listing arrivals and departures in Topeka and nearby, including Tibbs of Silver Lake visiting town, Charlca Armstrong moving homes, and Epworth League and Ladies Aid meetings at local churches. Mentions travel to Leavenworth, federation events, and a death in Duluth with burial plans. social gatherings at 1251 Park Street and plans for a New York visit.
New York May 7 Northern Pacific stock rose sharply with a 17 percent advance and a 14 percent rebound after a brief relapse. The day saw gains in several rails with Canadian Pacific and Union Pacific also up, while market tone remained cautious and liquidation kept many issues near or below prior levels.
Stoker withdraws from the county clerk race leaving Oscar Swayze A Newton and B L Jel in the running. Campaigns have been active for weeks as primary contest proceeds and the anti primaries are slated for the near future.
Market report shows wheat futures easing after initial gains as North West receipts rise and steady demand supports prices. July and May contracts edge higher while cash markets reflect mixed signals across regions. Provisions and rye futures show modest activity amid uncertain trading.
A field of scattered market items covers wheat and sugar prices, Butter and ghee notes, and New York money movements. Chicago wheat futures, butter markets, zinc, and copper trends are touched on along with Topeka and Boston price signals and the Pacific trade context.
You can hire 2 men a boy or a woman and place a free three day ad in The State Journal. Advertise property for rent or sale and trade goods to attract customers. A 25 cent ad may yield tenfold returns. 50 cents per week for larger changes. Local business moves, new goods, or relocations should be announced.
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