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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1901
Page
4
Fragmented article notes debates on Northwestern railroad, prison reforms, fraternal insurance payouts, and indemnities. Discusses Mark Hanna for president, possible strike after Pomtone death, Rockefeller and Gould opposition, Stillwell's railway schemes, and Topeka property values and finance, highlighting the city as a business hub.
The message from General Chaffee addresses a petition from Chinese civilians housing near the embassy. the United States states it does not fund a municipal government in Peitaiho and suggests patience while soldiers in China face hostility. The reply emphasizes that U.S. aims are not to aid China’s internal governance but to support relief amid conflict.
Oliver Bauer a ten year old boy eluded his parents for a week to avoid punishment. Reports say he skipped school and roamed the neighborhood while teachers and guardians tried to locate him. The incident drew attention to truancy and parental concern.
A Purported statement by Rev Charles C Sheldon is discussed with critique of its content and editorial stance. The article notes confusion over the text and emphasizes the growing demand for a Christian daily paper that reflects modern sentiment and female readers, asserting a shift toward a broader audience.
San Prandad California May 20 The employees of the Union Iron Works have joined the ranks of the strikers and it is estimated that 6 500 men have left their work benches.
The sheriff postponed the sale of Johneds estate property near the governor's mansion which was to be opened from the steps of Une Sgt Roube this morning. Warr asked for the postponement before Judge Hazen. Judge Morton Memorial notes the Shamrock 1 Wins Trial Spin. Shamrock II and a race report from Ryde Isle of Wight describes wind and course details for the Shamrocks racing today.
The ad argues that bad blood causes pimples beds and humors and demands spring rooting out of weeds and trouble. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures by purifying and vitalizing the blood, treating blood troubles as naturally as removing weeds in spring.
Advertisement-style notice touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as stopping disease germ breeding in blood and imparting vitality. Claims include clearer skin and better feeling, urging readers to begin taking Hood's Sarsaparilla today.
A fragmentary note describes a person’s skin sores improving after taking a herbal remedy called Sarsaparilis. The readable text mentions a personal address at 7 Willow Avenue, Booeken, M Z, and references a brand or product name unclear due to OCR errors.
A New York May 20 report states a syndicate led by Str Pierce’s group forged plans after securing control of the Mexican Central railroad along with Louis & San Francisco and the Tart 3 Scott cystern. The proposed network would link Colima to Manzanillo, connect with Torreon, and create a line from Sherman Texas to East Pass on the Rio Grande. Freight could move from Manzanillo to St Louis without transloading, enabling direct connections to Savannah and the Southern railroad. The route from Manzanillo to St Louis and then to New York would be about 1,200 miles shorter than from San Francisco, with Sellemann financiers backing the deal.
Judge West returns from an appearance before the United States Supreme Court seeking a decree in equity against Colorado over Arkansas River irrigation matters. West’s brief and Colorado Attorney General C. Post’s counter brief were filed, with Platt Hogers representing several large irrigation companies. The court indicated it would hear the case with the involved states if the party feels ready.
Kansas seeks to enjoin Colorado from diverting Arkansas River water harming Kansas rights. Supreme Court allowed Kansas to file, Colorado to answer or demur. Reports reference irrigation disputes, federal court actions, and state matters in Topeka and surrounding areas.
Mise Burnett joined the Topeka Scots for a Wednesday evening performance at Odd Fellows hall. Ann Courtree sang as offertory solo for Mirat Presbyterian Church, delighting many Scottish members of the congregation.
Telegrams reveal the President cancels remaining tour legs due to Mrs McKinley illness and plans direct return to Washington. Frost Cortelyou convey regrets and citizens’ sympathy from Topeka Topeka May 15 190. Francisco California May 17 190.
Miss Maude J Coles of Morris avenue died this morning after a brief illness. Funeral held Wednesday at 1 o clock from the residence. The death of Mrs Wyl Liston Gormtey occurred Saturday evening at her home in Oakland. She leaves a husband and four children and was 52. One son Charles organist of Gormsbys band won a band contest in Twentieth Arkansas. Funeral set for Tuesday morning at 10 from the Oakland home near the M and church. John William Nenk, a 10 smoothe old man, died at noon today of abscess of the brain. Funeral will be from the First Christian church at 10 am Tuesday.
Mr Williams as state employment agent reports instructions from State Agent T G Gerow to determine how many men in the county are willing to work the wheat fields this harvest. The state plans to send willing workers to the highest demand locations and coordinate labor for the season.
The Scottish Concert presented by Kincmatograph Co. at Chatettows Hall Aberdeen on Wednesday evening May 2 under The Topeka Scottish Society. Scottish Lassies sing, moving pictures of Scottish life, Highland dancing. The Scots Winning the Victoria Cross. Admission 2c. Reserved seats 1c.
Department Commander W W Martin arrives in Junction City to arrange the annual encampment and to block the Roscoe snake-eating act. He warns the manager to keep the show away, promising arrest if it comes to town, calling it an immoral and degrading spectacle unfit for the Grand Army event.
Miss Josephine Herron slowly recovers from severe burns suffered in a gas explosion at a office. Doctors say she will have no facial scars and expects to return to work in a few weeks. Also noted, the Grand Trunk Railway will inaugurate a new vestibule train June 2 leaving Chicago at 11:20 to Buffalo 6:15 and New York 4:20 p.m. with routes via Detroit Mt. Clemens Port Huron and Niagara Falls.
Promoter James J. Jeffries announces a move to California for the summer and eyes a August contest if a suitable opponent is found. He will attempt pre bout with Rub in or Bharkey and travel to San Francisco next Saturday for a rest and possible bout setup.
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