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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1901
Page
13
A district court jury returns a guilty verdict against Michael Wagner and Sheep Lytle for operating The Senate saloon. Prosecution witnesses testify about liquor sales, with officers raiding the establishment the morning of the arrest. Witnesses describe crowded service, the bar, and the defendants’ conduct during the case.
Witnesses named Buster Carapbell Lindany Doran Lagerstrom and Pitan testified they saw Huser selling and drinking. Sheriff WIllame presented the evidence as the men were arrested, while the County Attorney Galen Hors preveoutet the case.
New York traders faced a quiet day as stock and exchange floors closed and clerks organized holdings. Northern Pacific and the rail battle drew attention with high London prices signaling continued demand for control bids while Kuhn, Loeb & Co. sat with shorts at 150 for immediate delivery.
May 1 reports from the U S Department of Agriculture show winter wheat under cultivation at about 25.27 million acres, down 4.7 percent from last fall but 7.7 percent above last year’s harvest area. Kansas wheat remains at a high average, with conditions only slightly below the record by the period.
The Tribune notes negotiations concluded for 62 000 acres in the Beaumont oil fields at Jefferson county Texas to Baltimore capitalists Baltimers and Pitt burrs. Alexander of Belair MG is expected to reach this city soon to oversee the sale and subsequent exploration for oil and energy.
A report from Blue Rapids notes that Grandpa McKinley, cousin of President William McKinley, is moved to the county poor farm in Marvelville after many letters to the president about his boyhood upbringing and plight. He had previously lived in Wetmore, Kansas.
Governor Mel denounces the public utility bill as unsuitable for labor interests saying it favors corporations. The statement appears amid broader talk of economic policy and political maneuvering in Albany on May 11.
Local notes from North Topeka recount visits and travel, including Mrs Laon Myer’s return, Nina Hiton arriving from Wichita, and Mrs Mary Parks staying with relatives while Mr Gilman visits Michigan. Church services at Central Avenue Christian church and a succession of social events are described, along with a variety of minor shifts in residents’ plans and a machinery sale at Costley & Post.
New York press dispatches from Washington state that Chilean officials deny reports the government is fortifying the Strait of Magellan contrary to treaty. Argentine and Chilean representatives dispute the claim while South American observers consider the rumor probable. A separate Peru cable reports Quito offers to suspend frontier duties to improve relations with Peru.
Chicago May 11 Wheat trades dull as traders assess government policy and prompt demand. Corn and oats steady to lower with May futures softening. July contracts weaken while spot tones across grains reflect cautious demand. Provisions quiet with slight strength in rice notes. rye and barley prices uneven amid sparse buying.
A historical Topeka market page lists cattle, hay, eggs, and milk prices, with corn, wheat, butter, and cheese values. It notes regional grains and livestock costs, reflecting day’s commerce in Kansas City and Topeka markets along with shipping and demand signals.
A Chicago market summary details grain and crop conditions with focus on winter wheat and corn. It notes favorable weather, sizable winter wheat acreage, and a potential 260,000,000 bushel crop, while warning that speculative forces may press prices down. The report cites government estimates, regional planting progress, and ongoing market activity from Phillips and other brokers.
A garbled collage of 20th century want ads seeks farm laborers, general workers, and domestic help. Listings mention caretakers for children, home workers, factory labor, travel sales reps, and ladies for sewing and compiling materials. Several entries indicate wages and contact notes from Chicago area listings.
Wanted male or female in Peeber yey and expenses to start a business of some own or secure a franchise. Beans "Nickeloid Pea" may be a code name. Communications include wall and pantry duties. Address near Grandway, Beaver county with caution.
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