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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1901

Page

6

Chicago Superior Court Rules Blacklist Unlawful

In a May 11 decision in Chicago’s superior court Judge Juden Baker ruled employers may not maintain a blacklist. The ruling came after a strike by workers and attempts to block reemployment through the so called blacklist. The court held that such practices violate law and may be enjoined to protect workers from being barred from employment.

Chicago Juden Baker Annie Copdin Acalist Libby, McNeill & Iss Armigur & Cy Otter Storie Ao Suis Huscene Tereeke Dladeslit &Tabeli Afd Othes Renu Wicho Bneckliet

The Redemption and Evening Entertainment at the Auditorium

The program lists several acts this evening including a peghind, a 3:15 welcome, Calvary, Earthquake chorus, and a finale at 10 o clock. Proceeds benefit the pipe oriae fund at Kansas State University. Detailing shows and admission, the event promises a varied entertainment slate.

Vague Transit Notes From Hidden Lehigh Valley Line

Fragmentary OCR hints at a Lehigh Valley railroad line through a place name resembling Niseare Fula or Buffalo. Mentions changes if necessary at a certain time, with reference to cars and a mute or mute point.

Lehigh Valley Zere

Presbyterians Open 113th General Assembly in Philadelphia

The 113th Presbyterian general assembly met at Calvary Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia with 650 delegates present. The church overflowed as many applicants for admission were turned away, and the opening featured Moderator Rev. Charles A. Dickey’s sermon before the election of a new moderator.

Philadelphia Philadephia Presbyterian Church United States of America Rity Calvary Dickey Ropers Cay

Women’s Mission Board Holds Philadelphia Meeting

The Twenty-third annual meeting of the Women’s Board of Home Missions opened at Minster of the Presbyterian Wren Church in Philadelphia. Officers reported increased contributions and funds for the year ending April. Treasurer’s figures showed total receipts of 357,901 with significant allocations to missions and scholarships. A panel discussed Spanish-speaking communities with speakers from Albuquerque New Mexico New Mexico and Porto Rico.

Philadephia Io. m Womin Minster Presb Wren Church Witherspoon Mra Darwis H. James Brooklyn Dent DP. Palmer New York Phreedminn’s Department Young People's Society Bubiath SAS General Fund Mise F. Lincoln Missions For Freedom Women's Board of Home Wieburse Wienta J.C Hosa Albuquerque N.M Lydia A. Hayes New Mico J. Ailton Greene Porto

Unhappy Scene Amid Cavite Marine Headquarters Disorder

May 16 at Cavite reports an altercation between Lieut Col Cationdrell and Col Henry Cochran e. Col Cochran e ordered home. Lieut Col Goodrell deposed under arrest amid rumors of intoxication. Rear Admiral Kemp t denies issuing the order. Goodrell remains in custody while Col Allen Kelton commands at Cartie. A court of inquiry is examining the dispute ignite.

Manta Marines Cavite Henry Cochrane Atencil C. Goodrett Olongapo Cat Tiondrell Goodril de Acta Colgnut Cochrane Cartie

Stokes 18 Acquitted in Wesleyville Murder Trial

State Senator S. Dr. Stokes, accused of shooting and killing Rev. J. J. Woll, a Presbyterian minister, was acquitted of murder after a sensational sermon sparked the case. The trial centered on Woll's provocative remarks challenging Wilikteeon society and sparked broad public reaction.

Witnesses corroborate fatal shooting in small town case

The sole witness, Vis, testified to the fatal shooting while Stokes admitted firing. The event occurred as Arene of the aftraxy led to the scene where Stokes stood with a mokile revolver and claimed he had to kill him. Reilly supported Stokes’s account, saying Mere Leneive was nearby during the incident.

Arene Stokes Orien Twine Reilly Vis

Murder Ends in Duel at Bronteith Farm West of Sevilla

Des Moines May 16 A man named John Monteith killed his uncle in a confrontation on Bronteith’s farm seven miles west of Sevilla. The案 roller incident led to a scuffle where Monteith struck Mrs Monteith and her husband fired a single shotgun blast killing Gleeson. Monteith surrendered to authorities. he is 50 and recently married.

Des Moines Plate Sevilla John Monteith Aincle Filmore Gladnor Bronteith Monteith Gleeson

The Redemption Choral Soiree Tonight At Auditorium

The audience will assemble for The Redemption presented by the To fie Choral Society of 450 voices under Prof Geo B Penny at State University. Earthquake arene and chorus 9 30, Unfold chorus 10, Hymn of the Apostles 10 30, benefiting the pipe organ fund. Tickets on sale at Stansfield’s Wolverton’s drug stores and Auditorium Ticket office tonight.

Calvary Geo. B. Penny State University Beneft Pipe Organ Fund Stansfield Wolverton Auditorium Ucket

Italian barber kills wife and child then shoots self

Brusoto, an Italian barber in New York, shot his wife and his 21 month old daughter last night before turning a revolver on himself. He died instantly while the child perished and the mother was hospitalized in serious condition at Presbyterian hospital. No motive has been learned.

New York Crewiopa Brusoto Hus Presbyterian Hospital

Royal Yacht to House King Edward During Cowes Week

King Edward will spend Cowes Week on the royal yacht living aboard the new vessel. The plan situates the monarch in London during the festivities while the yacht hosts royal duties and public attention.

King Edward London Kis Tales Edward Cowes

Lightning Kills Sloan at White City Kansas

A raceway and local notices section reports Charles I. Sloan fatally injured by lightning at White City Kansas on May 16 after moving from Soldier, Jackson County. Other items note yacht remodeling plans, submarine hoisting, court clerks entering firms, an old man drowning at the Vertigrin River, and various regional notices and sports results.

Charles I. Sloan White City Kan Chax I. Rina Soldier Jackson County Kansas Nehming Dile A. Reynilde Sioon

Little Hope in a Loving Wife of Prominent Citizen

The obituary praises Mrs Kinley as a model of gentleness and steadfast devotion. Described as cheerful, charitable, and deeply devoted to her husband and children, she supported the needy, knitted thousands of items for charity, and managed a refined, motherly presence. Her influence extended beyond home, inspiring faith and benevolence in her community.

Kinley conUnusus Doork Ables Neayem Wolf Baur Ana Huan Jose Mane Fawers

Stamp Sales Increase at Tomeka Post Offices

Postmaster John Guthrie reports stamp sales at the Tomeka post offices rose to about $140,000 for the year, with total revenue near $20 for the prior year. The five fortnight period showed sales of about $1,000, up 106 percent, reflecting sustained prosperity in the campaign era.

John Guthrie Atlump Tomeka Iaat Nis canPilian Tecles Stanly

Murphy Sues City Over Damages From Topeka Mob Attack

Frank Z Murphy files a district court suit against Topeka for 73465 alleging his billiard hall at 113 Sixth Ave was smashed by a mob on February 17. He claims loss of business, defaced walls, and property damage after police failed to prevent the attack. Eugene Hagan represents Murphy.

Frank Z. Murphy Topeke East Sixty Street Blaas Fotal Murphy Su Dillard Hall Sixth Avenue Topeks Wizard Hall Topeka Hs Ee Ee Eugene Hagan Murphy

Prisco Refunding Plan Ratified By Bond Holders

New York May 11 A special call to trust certificate holders of the San Francisco railway bonds confirms ratification of the plan to refund the companys bonded indebtedness. The measure attracted substantial support with more than the required amount pledged, and no opposition appeared.

Prisco New York the & San Francisco Ralley Conna Heton and Ie

Boy Killed in Runaway and Mother Dies at Scene

May 16 Akron reports 12 year old John Stern ot died instantly when he was thrown from a wagon. His mother witnessed the accident and collapsed dead on finding her son. In Cleveland J Planey is nominated for governor by the state convention in session.

Dyersyilie John Sternot Hisleam Akron J. Planey Cleveland

Eastern Star delegates elect state officers in Topeka

The Order of the Eastern Star session in Representative hall elected Grand Matron Mrs. Lou A Olmstead of Anthony and Grand Patron Arthur Eason of Abbeville among others for the coming year. The group planned installation and continued to 5 pm, with initiation for Mrs. Lou Zimmermann of Topeka and remarks by several grand officers. Mrs. Ewing of Orange, Maine, the Most Worthy Grand Matron, oversees grand chapters nationwide and praised Kansas for its twenty-five years of growth.

Order of the Eastern Star Communication Representative Hall Lou A Olmstead Anthony Arthur Eason Ab. Aesociats Mande Regi Lou KE. Zimmer- Mian Topeka Beolah Zimmerman W. F. Kuhn Missouri Alice Mr. Miller Oklahoma Hatewing Orange Mrewing Drs. Ewing Kansas Biers Ewing

Cattlemen Defy State Inspectors Over Quarantine Law

Kansas cattlemen prepare to challenge last winter's quarantine and inspection law. They refuse to pay inspectors and bypass state rules, aiming to have the law declared unconstitutional. A Chase county case may go to federal court, with F M Bourn aiding efforts to block the act as conflicting with interstate commerce.

Kansas State House Uemien Chase County United States Circuit Court F. M. Bourn Colorado Tex Chase Coust Bourn Supreme Court

That Authors' Evening Plans by City Federation

City Federation held a morning meeting at Unity church to finalize arrangements for the Authors' Evening to be hosted at the high school next Wednesday. Attendance was large with strong interest. Mrs Annie L. Diggs spoke and invited federation members to join a Peace Meeting in the semi circle chamber Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Frank Merriam also spoke, noting Neutils club efforts for Washburn College decor.

City Federation Unity Church Federation Annie TL. Diggs Prade Frank Merriam Neutils Cluh Washburn College

Dancing Hell Door Barred Scene in National Misconduct

Fragmentary OCR narrative describes a failed attempt to access a venue or event, door closing abruptly, mention of a person named Hudson and an unidentified woman. Text is garbled with unclear actions and names, leaving the core event as a blocked entrance and disrupted performance.

Hudson Ben Saveur USA

Market Report Reflects Wheat Price Shifts and Receipts

Chicago May market notes show weather affecting wheat futures with end of season dynamics. Reports cite cautious bidding, mixed local receipts, and price movements for July and other contract months amid fluctuating demand and supply signals.

Chicago Ruina Hols Sis

May Market Notes From Cotton Trade Across Regions

A garbled May market roundup from early 1900s notes price movements in cotton and grains. Mentions Chicago and Kansas City markets, buyers and sellers, with scattered names such as Goodwin and Helene, and references to freight and prices in a rough tally of daily wholesale activity.

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