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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1902

Page

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Disaster at St Pierre Dominates Martinique News

Eyewitness accounts describe a volcanic eruption at Mont Pelée in Martinique. Reports detail a whirlwind of fire and lava, streets filled with corpses, ships sunk in the harbor, and extensive loss of life mainly around St Pierre. Rescue efforts report hundreds saved, with cable updates from Guadeloupe and Dominica detailing ongoing relief and fear for survivors.

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Fragmentary note hints at political dispute and a Mont Pelee scene

An unreadable blot of text mentions a senator and a dispute involving a wife and husband, with a Marine sounding reference to Mont Pelee between St Pierre and the water. The fragment implies political contention and a dramatic local setting but offers few clear names or dates.

Ae Co Marthilgus Knight Morge-Traulen- Wan Morme-Rouge Lee St Pierre Mont Pelee

Mr Low Returns from St Louis trip as rail line talks loom

General attorney M A Low of the Tock Island railroad returns home from St Louis after a ten week visit. He reports the road absorbed the Kansas City St Louis and Colorado line and leaves tomorrow for Vexne to discuss the proposed extension of the Rock Island from Port Worth, a matter drawing strong attention.

M.A. Low Tock Island Railroad St Louis Kanaan City St Lous & Colorade Ste Lanse Mr Low Vexne Thir Rock Port Worth Ala

Lock Him Up Says He Should Be Behind Bars With Other Criminals

A public column argues for harsher punishment, urging that the targeted individual belong in prison alongside other inmates. The piece emphasizes accountability and secure confinement as a remedy for lawbreaking.

Sensational Address Attacks Kansas Liquor Controls

The piece portrays a fiery critique of Kansas cities including Topeka Leavenworth and Atchison arguing against licensing and in favor of prohibition. It cites statements by mayor Albert Parker of Topeka and T F Stephens and details county and city liquor enforcement issues, revenue aims, and alleged abuses across multiple cities with comparisons to Denver Los Angeles and Springfield. The article highlights investigations into county attorneys views on enforcement and discusses the perceived moral and fiscal costs of license systems.

Rlbert Parker Topeka T. F. Stephens Kasey Almself Atchison Daavenwori Wiefita Springfeld Old Decatur Stnais Dew Bmnites Lindell Wartensbure Ma. Kunis Denver Los Angele Die Stepiins Mazar Parker Stephens Ory Wwe Attornese Cideyver Fiat Band Siearly Dama Imain Ransis Missouri Nebraska Isa Mecessary Evi Kansas Ducen Ees di Comeyronsan Hell Sas Etna Warioue Uuamen Nice Menier Wetsons Sehiting Albert Parker Springfield Lincoln Capital City Nes & Nish Angeles California Leavenworth Meense Kensas A& Model Onver Lysut Thia Feaud Maine Eibarace Cartier Treavenworth Amy Daretithetial Remir

Topeka Meeting Plans Delegates and Attendance

A garbled notice outlines a state conclave with Emperio and Atay 6 and mentions the expected link to the attendance list. Delegates are to be recognized at the conclave, with geographic ties to Topeka and the state.

Davidson Gets It The State Textbook Commission Book

The Kansas state text book commission approved the physiology section and began work on spellers. W M Da Vinton of Topeka is credited as author in the volume published by Scott Forman Co of Chicago. Members plan to return home Sunday with further sessions scheduled next week at 8:30 each morning.

State

Senate Adopts Way to Rebate Information Sale

In Washington on May, the Senate adopted a measure calling on the Secretary of the Interior to oversee information sales related to Indian and Banaisan assets. The action follows today’s proceedings as lawmakers push for clearer control and transparency.

Washington Oae The Interer For Information Indien Andri Banaisan Senate Kane Gurietar H. Cisy Ponaioty

May Build a Home for Topeka Club Faces Controversy

A Topeka club considers constructing a permanent club home costing about 30,000 dollars. A committee including Eugene Hagen RW Bia NH Wolt Foe Ulsh and Michael Hieory will canvass support and report back. Several sites, notably the southwest corner of Second and Kanmus avenues, seem favored by most members. The committee met at the club rooms to discuss the proposition and may present a plan for approval within two weeks.

Kansas Denverstic Flambeaus Topeks Eugene Hagen Bia N_H Wolt Foe Ulsh Michael Hieory Feneitle Mika Second Kanmus Avenuea Scoma Amieet Clab Rooms

Brigham Young's Widow Sells Valencia Farm

Beyem brothers of Overtraik purchased the Young farm three miles south of Valencia for 5208 dollars. The property, a half section of grass land, was owned by Anne Young the eighth wife of Brigham Young. Mrs Youst now lives in Philadelphia. The sale notes indicate ownership by Bhelas for twenty femes.

Beyem Brothers Overtraik Young Valencia Anne Young Brighens Young Mormart Youst Philadelpia Bhelas

Reading circle and salary law debated at national educators meet

State superintendent Grenfell asks Nelson to explain the Kenes State Teachers Reading circle workings to the National Educational Association in Minneapolis. The note cites 19% salary law upheld by the Supreme Court amid county officer efforts to overturn it. Also mentions postal appointment urges and weather outlook for Kansas May 10.

Fivien HK. Grentell Public Instiuution Nelcop Keneas Natonal Educatoral Association Minneypold Minn Sommoer Grenfell Prigrim Nelson Supreme Court

Frisco Hold Up Report From Memphis and Arkansas Route

Fragmentary dispatch reports a Frisco line incident with a passenger train and a derailment near Boiserville Arkansas. Details are garbled but indicate a mid May event involving the St. Louis and San Francisco railroad and a possible explosion or wreck affecting timetable service. No clear injuries or official statements are readable.

Memphis Teen Huneereille Aric Luli St.Louis San Francisco Jonesboro Boiserville Arik Honnerrinienis

Peace Proclamation Anticipated On May 20

A garbled dispatch notes a promised proclamation on May 20 regarding peace in East Africa and a delegation in Vereeniging on May 1. It mentions preparations for a funeral and expected gatherings involving British leaders and readers, with unclear references to Deuce In Soul Africa and Detagat Her.

Porrinuer Africa Deuce Dion Vereeniging Trenesaal Ewuicral

Work Begins on Kansas City topeka Propelled Road Work

The article notes construction starting near Turner and confirms government forecasts for weather and temperatures. It mentions Arranartiste as a key point of terminds and asserts that the pume project is assured with steady progress in the tight of way eradink effort.

Kansas City Eradink Topekes Electricubl Wis

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