14 May 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1902
Page
1
Reports describe a vast blaze sweeping the northern district of Islam, with flames audible up to 100 miles away. Evacuation lines fail and rescuers struggle as ships and land routes remain blocked, delaying any containment effort.
The pope and other parties raise funds for the relief of Martinique sufferers. Messages indicate water and food are needed. funds were collected in Paris and distributed through the West Indian relief effort. A ceremony in Martinsville and other rites underline ongoing aid efforts.
Reports from May describe violent eruptions on St Vincent and St Pierre with lava flows, collapsing chimneys, ash and debris filling streets, widespread fires, and hazardous conditions. Drowning, injuries, and displacement follow as hospitals treat cases while aid flights bring food and water to Port Louis and Georgetown.
At Hasbrouk, Pa May 14 delegates of the United Mine Workers began their convention amid strong sentiment for a work stoppage if demands for higher wages and shorter hours are not met. President Mitchell and district leaders kept hands off as delegates weigh whether to strike or resume work, with talk of possible government or civic federation mediation. The gathering, with around 700 delegates, will decide the course of action and may hear Mitchell’s guidance, though he declined to commit to a strike pending the convention’s vote.
Fragmentary OCR text references a senator Hanna and leading figures and a request possibly about a grant or demands. The source is unclear and lacks complete names dates or places to establish a full factual item.
The state text book commission nears a possible end as night sessions continue and members push for adoption of textbooks. Contractors and agents work through the day on geography and mathematics contracts while plans to enter the state house for a final review are discussed. The commission, hopeful, faces delays and uncertainty about completing the process tomorrow night.
Mangrid May 14 J P Morenn travels to Spain to negotiate entry of the Spanish Transatlantic company into the Atlantic shipping combine. The Associated Press says no formal preparations exist yet but discussion could occur if Morgai arrives. Government subsidies and treasury concerns shape the debate in the chamber, with cancellation favored by some if conditions allow.
Mayor Parker signs to win Vinewood park railway franchise with city money bonds. Company must decide by June 1 whether to accept the terms and post a 5000 cash bond. Attys from TF Doran and OKeling discuss the bet. Some doubt the deal as backers resist the ordinance amid a waterworks timing tie.
The St Lucia signal station reports a canteerstion sighting inland from Port de France Martintane on the night of May 14 as seen from inland near Port de France.
Arthur Gell of Arkansas City sues Santa Fe for 150 dollars claiming a July 10 purchase of a round trip ticket from Arkansas City to Ounholm City was lost on a train. He asserts he was detained after scuffling with a trainman and was put off six miles from any station. He seeks return of boarding costs, doctor's bill, ticket, and humiliation. Sunday Schools Convene in Salina with 400 delegates expected and 490 out of town visitors arriving. Charnes Dele and Rev Tyrrell among speakers. Washington grants pardon to C A Prost involved in contempt in San Francisco court. Judge Noyes sentenced earlier.
A Topeka report details Governor Stanley guiding a state ticket reallocation amid Fifth District talks for Supreme Judge terms. Wilson and Morrow advocate balanced districts. proposals consider six year vs two year terms to equalize power across Third to Seventh districts, with party conventions shaping key offices.
A Chicago firm Straws Glaser & Co sues in the U S circuit court seeking full title to a quarter section of land in Soldier township North Topeka. They ask judge to quiet title against B L Evans who seeks to sell the property. The land traces to heirs of James Gillin and property formerly owned by the Evans brothers. The case centers on a prior judgment and ensuing transfer to the Chicago firm amid disputed claims and alleged title disturbances.
Lord Eitchener reports Boer representatives have assembled at Vereeninglus near the Tranevax and Crane Fiver Colony for a conference beginning tomorrow. Delegates will not be bespected and the outcome may be written into a peace fetes decision to be submitted to British authorities. A delegation of Boer leaders who recently went to Pretoria will be repatriated to convey the decision to Lord Kitchener.
Emanuel Rion of WM, a Riker buyer, testified before the Senate relations committee about Cuban sugar. He said firms hold contracts with Cuban plantations, advance funds to planters, and would take commissions if planters sell elsewhere. He urged countervailing duties to bolster Cuban sugar and refiners benefit.
Parte Mey M4 A dispatch from Naples reports Vesuvius waking and emitting a line of acrid smoke. Live coverage notes lava flow on the central flank and sporadic bursts of ash while observers describe tense conditions around the crater.
The trial of George Huckner began in the district court for robbing Mrs. J. W. Beil of a pocketbook containing $26. Mrs. Hell identified Huckner as the man who grabbed her purse as she walked home near Ninth and Quincy streets. She works at Crawly Bros grocery. The assailant escaped after the theft and was later arrested nearby by officers.
A meeting described as a treid wax meeting at a German Lutheran church discussed a children’s society rate and the election of officers. Hey Egwert was named president with Seanidy as vice president and WF Weber as secretary. The society planned to open headquarters and secure a venue in town.
A washout near Alta Vista delayed Rock Island trains about eight hours last night. A cloudburst caused nearly half a mile of track damage, blocking service until repairs allowed limited trains to reroute via Union Pacific to Manhattan.
Rain fell across nearly every section of the state, with widespread but varied amounts. Weather observers reported favorable conditions, aiding crops and urban drainage alike as showers persisted through the week.
Fragmentary weather bulletin informs Topeka and surrounding districts of rainfall reports from Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. It cites scattered showers and light rains across central and western divisions, with several towns listed and temperatures noted. Reports from Ottawa, Emporia, Manhattan, and Arkansas City describe varying precipitation, wind, and soil lodging conditions, and agriculture prospects across counties.
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