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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1901
Page
7
Shop offers white and color shirt waists in dainty styles at 2.00 with new beans noted. Emphasizes satisfaction guarantee with money back if not pleased. Includes address 490 685 980 and claim of best goods under guarantee.
Muddled snatches show two saloon keepers in Cincinnati May 14 claiming to be the Knights of the Royal Arch. Reportedly from Springs 3491, they press to prove rightful representatives while others present dispute the lineage and identity of the order’s founder.
A serious clash erupts between Cedar Rapids and Northern shop workers and a small number of employed men amid taunts and near-rail incident disputes. Eyewitness reports describe tense moments with fear and confusion as events unfold along riverfront avenues in Cedar Rapids.
A garbled report cites Ed Weilep drawing final explanation from King Edward. Governor Stanley received a letter via Foreign Minister Langiownd, reflecting sympathy over Edward FE’s death and British response. Ambassadors, senate debates, and a London embassy note accompany the Count of Lanstowne letter about condolence and royal letters.
Subcommittee revises the day’s plan at the National book. A new route will omit side streets and focus on principal drives and boulevards in Potwin. Changes to carriage order are proposed and will be submitted to the executive committee for approval.
In New York on May 4 William B. Williams widow of Virginia Williams who died recently sues to contest her probate claiming a small bequest only. Executors Mr and Mrs William G Mullican deny the charge and say the husband had hinted at disinheriting her, while a separate protest from France signals tensions over Porte measures and troop repatriations.
The Kansas Sunday School Association heads its fiftieth anniversary session in Topeka with an opening program at the auditorium. Governor Stanley and Author-Preacher Sheldon welcome visitors as sessions run Wednesday through Thursday at the Methodist church Sixth and Harrison, with choral work and lectures by Prof. George S. Penny and others.
The Republican leaders of Shewaex county announce county primary voting on Saturday in Topeka precincts. Voters select candidates for county offices and county committee representation, with results canvassed at the old court house. Polling hours run from 1 to 7, and a pre-clearance system restricts who may vote in specific precincts.
Classified fragments show a Topeka area page listing numerous WANTED notices for workers including travel agents hotel staff and domestic help. Entries mention Topeka addresses and several firms and individuals across different wards with job and living arrangements and a lost item note.
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