09 May 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1902
Page
1
Reports claim 25,000 perished with only thirty saved as harbor shipping and all vessels are destroyed. Eruption continued when sent, with cables down, suggesting broader Caribbean damage. Observers note ash blanketing St Vincent with towns wrecked and many residents unaccounted.
Reports from the quake impact zone detail fatalities and injuries across multiple cities including Quemuenango and surrounding areas. The Newport steamer delivered aid while tremors disrupted coffee crops and damaged infrastructure. Residents shelter outdoors as aftershocks and collapsed bridges are noted near coastal towns.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a Topeka to Lawrence journey for an annual serida or serenade associated with Odd Fellows in multiple cities. Mentions Africa Metbuillet, terrorislt ser mon, and a cancellation or disruption with an explosion near Tr Pon. Details are garbled.
Temperatures climb in New York Chicago Philadelphia Washington Cincinnati and other large cities in May. The brief report lists several urban centers with rising heat, reflecting a broad regional trend across the nation.
A fragmented notice describes a bell for Mason us ee Stckeleuey e Turhilciter to be milpped todmiy to Dicoit Neb and Troy NY. The Bell will be placed by St Pauls Methodist church tower with the inscription honoring Lincoln and McKinley. The set cost 6000 dollars funded by subscription amid varied garbled quotes and weather snippets.
Eugene F. Ware of Topeka has been nominated by President Roosevelt to be commissioner of pensions, a move announced in Washington. Ware left Topeka to be ready to receive the appointment, and Evans is to become consul in London as Ware prepares to take charge once confirmed.
The omnibus bill for Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma statehood passes the House without division. Delegate Marcus A. Smith of Arizona is struck from the floor and a brief statement is read denouncing the action. Attending doctors note the strain and a suggestion to remove Mr Braith is discussed.
A group of Topeka investors led by Dr Fabric proposes forming a stock company with 96000 capital to build a shale and gold mill at Smoky Hill. Dr Fabric to receive 5000 stock and oversee plans and operation while 26 subscribers supply the rest. A committee will report after a Copeland hotel meeting with a six week construction timeline and aims to have a working mill by summer.
Weather bulletin notes strong northeast winds and bleak conditions tonight into Sunday. Caution urged for maritime and coastal activities amid unsettled conditions.
One thousand priests are planned to attend Masses in honor of the late son of Archbishop Corrigan. The services will be held in multiple churches across the city, reflecting a solemn tribute by clergy and laity alike.
A solemn requiem for Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan of New York was read at St Patrick’s Cathedral New York with Cardinal Gibbons and over 1000 priests present. Arch bishop Ryan of Philadelphia presided and President Roosevelt sent a wreath. another memorial service followed at the American College chapel Rome with Cardinal Satolli in attendance.
In Port au Prince on May 4, Gen Tirvila Simon Sam, president of Haiti, resigns amid unrest as Haitian congress moves to assemble on May 22 to elect a successor. Former leader Jimines of Supra De-Tings reportedly fled aboard a French steamer while Gen. Dewchampe seeks refuge at Cape Bay High. The Dominican revolt continues with irregular military movements and political upheaval across the republic.
Secret sessions of three anthracite district boards fail to resolve disputed points with operators. President Mitchell says no divulging of operator answers as rift over arbitration grows. District No 1 pushes for Shamokin declaration while Districts 2 and 3 seek softer action amid a closely divided membership. Vote timing uncertain as leaders seek an honorable path short of a strike.
In Washington on May 3 Senator Burton resumes his Philippines debate in the senate attacking General Funston. Senator Carmack replies, defending Funston's courage and condemning Burton's charges, while Tillman's criticism of lynching and suffrage sparks further regional tension across the Kansas and Tennessee lines.
Springfield May 9 1904 The Republican state convention endorsed Governor Yates and Congressman Albert J Hopkins for U S senator amid a strong administration aligned platform. Northcott chaired the meeting. nominations included Chris Warner Fred A Busse Alfred Bayley Mrs Laurie Sven and William McBlair for various offices. The party praised Roosevelt and opposed monopolies while supporting civil service and free labor protections. Florence A Feenhay received a bachelor of divinity at Chicago Theological Seminary marking a historic first for Congregational church education.
Washington May reports the Senate committee on commerce unanimously favorable on the nomination of F. L. Day Evans as consul general to London. The move follows recent debates over foreign trade policy and diplomatic staffing.
In Washington today a grand funeral for Rear Admiral William Sampson, former commander of the North Atlantic naval forces, drew vast government representation from executive, judiciary, and diplomatic circles. A naval parade from the church to his New Hampshire Avenue residence featured cadets, the naval academy band, and honorary pallbearers led by Admiral Dewey, with diplomats and dignitaries from ten countries in attendance.
A morning forecast warns of a storm period with possible ash by the 2nd or 13th, clearing briefly by the 6th. Winds shift southwest, temperatures noted as variable. Government meteorologists record the morning’s conditions as unsettled with intermittent storms.
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