19 May 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1902
Page
1
In Hazleton Pennsylvania and surrounding mining districts, many workers face a slow day as strikes and plant turmoil hinder operations. Reports note widespread mobility of foreigners heading home, while political blame shifts toward coal barons. Public life dwindles, with transport and industry affected, and Michigan and Wilkes-Barre areas see labor actions shaping daily routines.
Local text is severely garbled but mentions many lives lost and destruction. References Bouhoy and Mise RA detonations, a restricted area, and widespread damage. No clear location, dates, or organizations readable due to OCR errors.
The Clay county Populists held a county convention Saturday electing delegates to the state and judicial conventions. Ex-senator G. W. Henke is urged for governor by many, with D. J. Alanna of Hil City considered for party nomination on the Republican ticket. Delegates named include J. Cowell, Jo Le Cateon, Chav Kreat, Wm Schoonderter, and SL Watson as substitutes. The platform calls for party reform, voting rights preservation, and unity to advance the party’s principles.
A severe wind and waterspout swept through Preston Minnesota causing the drownings of several children and injuries. The disaster damaged homes and disrupted roads while emergency crews removed debris and searched for missing residents amid a regional storm system. Local families mourn as authorities assess damage in the wake of the incident.
Washington reports indicate bribery charges linked to city contracts and rural route scandals. Names include Weid and Stetter amid a wider probe touching the Water and Light company and municipal projects. Weather notes and regional forecasts accompany routine data as May events unfold.
New York dispatch reports Mont Pelee's eruption sending cinders over the island as rescue work struggles with red tape delaying unloading of relief supplies. Consuls Thomas T. Prentis and James Japp identified. 3,000 feared drowned, 6,000 escaped. Washington reports U.S. and British consular bodies awaiting shipment for burial or repatriation.
A vessel from New York recounts off Saint Lucia and Martinique activity during a West Indian passage. Passengers and crew observe milky water, ash clouds, and a volcanic dust plume from a nearby eruption. They note lava fragments aboard and the ship altering course to avoid danger while continuing toward New York.
Eyewitness accounts describe Emery dust storms off Martinique and a ship severely strained by volcanic showers. Captain Freeman steadies the vessel while crew, including Chief Officer Gibson, navigate through ash and peril, with reports of a crewman’s fearsome condition and a baffling meteorological event.
A man driven by infatuation killed Abitha McCulloch and three others in a farm house near St Augustine then killed himself. William Wilkinson, his wife, Abitha’s sister Miss Wilkinson, and a Welton County man were present. John Keller found the scene as shots echoed early morning.
London reports nine American tourists drowned off the coast of Ireland during a voyage to Glasgow. The incident sparked recommendations for coast safety and prompted official investigations as authorities reviewed the events and potential causes.
May 14 reports describe a deadly Texas tornado that struck Goliad within minutes, killing about 90 people and injuring over 100. A two block wide swath was swept, with extensive property destruction and damage across the state. Other towns including San Antonio reported severe wind damage and power outages as investigations continued.
Austin Texas May 19 severe wind caused extensive damage with many houses unroofed and trees uprooted seven miles north west Walters hamlet badly damaged many roofs lost in the city and intact lives. state school for the blind reportedly shaken though no injuries. Political camps along the river reported property disruption but no loss of life known.
The Rock Island railroad reports heavy rains across Kansas reaching every section along the line. General offices show crops improving with steady moisture from Friday night through Sunday, aiding farmers statewide.
Two of the citys key liquor case spotters, T. L. Culhnie and J. W. Eyling, are missing before district court hearings. Catkins and Ewing, top spotters under Chief Stuhl, are sought for immediate appearances. Eyewitness testimony tied to numerous cases may be jeopardized, risking dismissal or adjournment.
Madrid May 19 A search for a plot against King Alfonso II is widening with six arrests including Ganda Lopes an insurance worker. Dynamite cartridges and a plan to throw them at the royal carriage are reported. Six medical students a printer a carpenter and a tailor are among others detained. The king’s mother wiped tears at his majority ceremony as doves were released from the carriage. A foundation stone for a monument to King Alfons XII was laid in Buen Esra and a gala Don Juan at the Royal theater drew foreign attendance. Police remain reticent about details and investigations focus on Lopes and Suarez who deny involvement and claim cartridges were bought by others.
Cider Smith predicts unsettled weather depending on wind direction. If the wind shifts south to north a storm with high winds may arrive quickly, otherwise winds shift could prolong unsettled weather. Government forecast calls for shadowy thunder storms tonight and Tuesday with last night’s rain about an inch. Temperature readings show highs near 68 and variable hourly values through today.
A disaster at a Tennessee coal camp reports two mining blasts with one miner blown out and the rest presumed dead. Flames issued from mine mouths as officials place fatalities around 150 across Thistle and Freeter ville mines. Rescue efforts, gas danger, and heavy falls impeded progress while crews battle subterranean fires.
The Globe-Democrat reports Bailey's May 1 note naming Bailey and other Republicans from the Headens delegation to attend a convention. The piece discusses divisions within the party on unity versus reform, with mentions of Bristow, Mr. Lone, and Teed as key figures. It notes anticipated con-ventions and possible resolutions reflecting attitudes toward the existing Cuba policy and presidential prospects.
The county commission quietly removed Heber Laptad as janitor of the court after complaints from county offices regarding changes in procedures. The action followed a Supreme Court review and public questions about duties and oversight. A new appointee was named to fill the vacancy.
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