15 May 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1902
Page
1
A wreck near Sante Bona involved a hotel fire causing multiple injuries and a fatality. The incident occurred May 1-2 when ore transport derailed and wreckage blocked northern routes. Nearby residents, including farmers, reported no further injuries among workers.
May 15 reports in Kansas show Concordia flooded streets with two to three feet of water in parts. A crowd gathered as debris blocked routes and boats were used where walking was impossible. The incident damaged property and disrupted daily life.
May dispatches describe a chaotic aftermath at St Pierre as fires and explosions engulfed the town. Survivors from Mont Pelée recount a widespread disaster with many homes and ships damaged.
The Wisconsin supreme court rules against nonresident merchants in a case styled State versus Memphy of Jefferson County. The decision limits cross state liquor sales by agents shipping directly to purchasers, aiming to curb unlawful orders amid changes in law. In Wichita Kansas, heavy rains of three inches impact crops and pastures across western counties, aiding agricultural growth.
Washington May 11 Rep Reeder and other House members backing the irrigation measure fear it will fail unless 50 or fewer names are added. The diary-like notes recount pledges, hopes for passage before adjournment, and hopes leaders Kean Burton and Ware will rally support.
May Mi Esther Dowie daughter of De Alexander Dewi proprietor of Ziini Gled dies after severe burns from a bed accident as Dowie doctrine limits external medical aid. Zion’s leader Kum Dowie arrives. attendants expelled. Dowie prays over the infant. Inquest scheduled. Also listed are pensions granted in Kansas with names and amounts for numerous recipients across several towns.
Postotiica in Robbed. Windem Kan May 15 The Was broken into last night fe perricks rebel of 31S tn and and een of Se Soca uae Genseee-shop.
New York May 18 The inquest into Walter Brodie a waiter who was shot by Florence Burns on Petriusy 4 opened today with Coroner Hroen presiding. Testimony tied a woman to the scene and to a hotel room at the Glen Island Hotel as investigators examined a comb and other items linked to Florence Burns and possible accomplices.
A grand dedication for a monument in Monument Place Indianapolis featured Governor Durston and Benjamin Hardnon’s cabinet. The 86 foot tall shaft, designed by Bruno Scumits, rises from Todtman limestone with bronze figures and stone groups, costing $858,318.79. Crowning victory statues overlook crowds and visitors from around the world as speeches praise service and national governance.
Salina Kansas May 1 discussion centers on Rep Tim Repitp- Urmsie of the Thietierm Judi1ndisitice race with multiple candidates. The field includes B A Burch of Satika and others jockeying for support. Voter alignment shows Ottawa and Lincoln counties weighing preferences while Thompson mobilizes Burh and Evans support in a tense political contest.
A note on the state supreme court seat notes the chief justice rule based on seniority, with the 18 years of service cited. The article mentions 22 years of continuous office and hints at election timing for a new member in the fall.
Washington reports that H Dewis Nixon, longtime leader of Tammany Hall, resigned his district director role amid a deadlocked meeting. Nixon refused a confidence vote and cited self-respect as his reason, following prior ties and factional strife within the organization.
The article notes Judge W A Johnston will become chief justice upon Doster's term expiration. It explains a constitutional amendment expanded the court to seven justices and mandates the longest continuous service determine the chief when vacancies occur. Johnston’s long bench tenure and prior elections anchor the transition.
In a tense meeting George Clausen was absent as factions debated control of the organization. Joan Carroll led a faction calling for Nixon's removal, and Nixon warned in a Tuesday interview that he would resign if he cannot command leader confidence.
On May 18 Philadelphia by order of the US part of eastern Pennsylvania special master commissioner James M Beck sold 9,080 of 10,000 shares of the Philadelphia Records Publishing Company at public auction. William Stenger bought the truck for 2400.00, Adolph Ochs of the New York Times did not bid, and the sale attracted many newspaper owners from other cities as bidders.
A long distance automobile race organized by The micieler of agticulture St Dupay began in Paris on May Mi with eighty-nine entrants. The field started in light rain at two minute intervals toward Artae and return to qurnes to Bt Germaiy. WR Vanderbilt, dr. led early, with Ein seophine set at 60 kilometers. Maurice Farnum followed, aiming to reach Arsen as the 410 kilometer mark was reached in 4 hours 48 minutes and 43 seconds.
The Government Weather Bureau predicts additional rain with showers possible tonight and Friday. Forecaster Hill notes east winds and cooler temps as hourly readings record just above freezing at 8 o clock.
Report from Haselton Pa on May 15 describes miners' strike sentiment leaning toward action, with President Mitchell presenting negotiations with federal authorities and companies. Delegates discuss delaying decisions, while some push for a decisive plan to end the stalemate and secure miners' demands. The convention adjourned into the night as debates continued.
Fragmented report from Laavennwaneh and Wichita cites unnamed delegates, possible candidates like Cyrie Latend and George Barker, and a caucus to choose a chairman. Archdiocese notes Archbishop Corrigan successor speculation in New York. Conflicting dispatches indicate no definite decision yet.
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