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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1901

Page

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Hughes Wins Supreme Court Ruling on Ballot Count

Amid a divided court three to four, the Supreme Court rules in Hughes’s favor on the ballot recount challenge. Parker’s attorneys begin quo warranto actions seeking a commission to recount votes while reporting on the decision’s immediate impact and commentary from attorney Dobax.

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Col Hughes Receives News From State Journal Hearing

A chaotic teletyped scene near the city office reports Col Hughes learning of a victory at 4:00. The State Journal confirms the result while observers recall past cases and await official statements as the room buzzes with comment and speculation.

Fragmented overheard dialogue from a busy scene

A bustling scene unfolds with scattered dialogue about conversations across rooms and balconies. Characters discuss appointments and decisions while tension and curiosity drive action as voices weave through the setting.

Clemens Assails Appointments As Court Orders Clash

Clemens voices doubt that the recent appointments by Cot Hughes and the council are valid arguing they defy a supreme court order. He claims the mayor and council acted unlawfully, warns of possible further action, and notes a 20 day court pause before any remediation or remittance of appointments.

Clemena Cot. Hughes Supreme Court Supreme Cult Whoinneys Eeee Mundie Aascon Ag Duvielin Jude Staneer Petlion

Prohibition Party Convention Chooses Officers and Plans

At an early meeting Rev W J Ferris of Cherokee was named chairman and temporary officers became permanent. Delegates debated resolutions and approved a campaign plan including headquarters in Des Moines Den Maines, staffing, and a 12 percent funding proposal with 26 cents per voter. The report urged anti-liquor measures and campaign funding.

Eeasion Cormlttee Gee Fortune Uwe Sam Slen den Maines Campaigs

Start for Washington from San Francisco May Twenty Two

From San Francisco to Washington next Saturday President McKinley’s health temporarily improved and an official announcement said he would start for Washington on Saturday. Cabinet members will remain in Washington until his departure and Secretary Hay has ceased daily bulletins on Mrs. McKinley’s health. A reception by Knights Templar and other events mark the presidential day in San Francisco with a silk flag gift planned for the president.

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President McKinley Addresses 50000 San Francisco Youth

In San Francisco on May 3 President McKinley spoke to about 50,000 children, praising public schools and urging industry and patriotism. He affirmed the value of education, recalled the nation’s founding, and thanked the audience before a drive to the Presidio with Gen Shafter and party.

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Mrs McKinley Gains Strength for Washington Trip

The convalescent Mrs. McKinley shows marked improvement and can sit up to read papers. Officials expect the presidential party to start for Washington next Saturday barring any changes, and she may accompany the journey if no setback occurs.

McKinley Washington McKinney

40 000 Out In Nationwide Machinists Strike

Washington reports 40000 machinists idle as the national strike persists. IAM leader Adenence predicts about 90 percent back by Monday with concessions for most, while 10 percent remain on the Pacific coast and in Ohio. Progress elsewhere varies with firms signing in Buffalo and Hazelton. In New Jersey, Jersey City vacancies hint at a lockout.

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Peaceful Outlook in Frisco Machinists Strike

Thirteen shops show cooperation as 85 shops reportedly back demands for better terms. unions seek arbitration while officials from the International Association of Machinists note progress toward a peaceful settlement amid labor tensions. Government ship contracts and local employers hinge on the outcome as weather reports warn of unsettled skies and a cool, windy day ahead.

Frisco San Francisco Fulton 2Nd McCormack Iron Works Gielke Cincininat Bishop Nichols Episcopal Church Wisler Henry T. Mort Union Iron Works California Vakie Heth Méen

King Edward on deck as Shamrock II wrecked in squall

King Edward, aboard Shamrock II with Sir Thomas Lipton, escaped uninjured after a squall broke the moored yawl’s masts and bowsprit. Royal party transferred to Erin. Shamrock II and rival Shamrock were abandoned as wreckage cleared and towed to Hythe for repair decision.

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Names of Cadets Dismissed From Military Academy

Washington May 22 cadets dismissed after disturbances listed by name and state sources include Henry L. Bothy John A. Cleveland Terangett Z Teller Raymond A. Linton Birchie O. Mehaffey attached to second class. States and origins noted Nebravaich Cleveland Alabama New York Michigan. Other cadets named with misread spellings show suspensions without pay effective April 1 10r 1.

Washington Military Academy Henry LL Bothy John A. Cleveland Terangett Z. Teller Raymond A. Linton Birchie O. Mehaffey Bolt Nebravich Cleveland Alabama York Linton Michigan Mutortey Aun Pein O Alettire Meer Janine Fe McClailain Milesissi Lannon

Cabinet Meeting Report From Salt Lake City

May 12 a special dispatch from San Francisco notes an important meeting of the president and his cabinet held here yesterday. Messages from Commissioner indicate discussions on key policy items and anticipated announcements.

Salt Lake Utah Tribune San Franckies

Rushed talks on Chinese indemnity bonds and terms

Commission Rockhill faces demands from powers totaling 67,000,000 with various terms. The United States seeks 3 percent bonds with no agent commission. Bond guaranty forms remain questioned as negotiations continue.

Rockhill Rocknitt United States

Bonds Issued After City Stays Legal Objection

City Attorney Spencer urges immediate bond sale as no legal objections remain. Joint council and Commercial Club committee controls issuance while warranto action won’t delay. Mayor Hughes to oversee minor appointments, with key posts like physician and health board pending decision. James McCabe to assume city engineer duties. successor plans noted for the engineers’ office.

Spencer Santa Fe Commercial Club James Yarnerty Hughes Unis Auyor Board of Health Wil Gregs Bird S. 8. Wemy H.W. Page A.M Thomas James M'Cade James McCabe New City Alice Topeki McCue Oid Uned Ed Smith W. 5 Fulton

Boiler Explosion Injures Miners Near Stopsui shore

May 22 in Livhon a boiler exploded near the mine entrance as miners prepared to start work. Several men were burned or scalded. Jeff Davie, Tired II, and Witter Rigman Highly Tambarin suffered serious injuries, others had minor wounds.

Livhon Uiishore Dlay Jeff Davie Witter Rigman

Evening With Authors Bright Kansas Writers to Be Heard

An evening of readings by Kansas authors presented by the Women's Federation titled Authors' Evening. Program includes piano piece Inquietude, readings by Gertrude Tracy and others, selections from poetry, a Sardinia poem, a Ware story, and remarks by Mr William Allen White. Reception follows. admission at the door. no reserved seats.

Kansas Women's Federation Gertrude ‘Tracy Arrianey (Co Willian Allen White

Yukon Opens to Navigation and Labarge Lake Thaw

Seattle dispatch reports the upper Yukon river now navigable with the upper Labarge Lake thawing by mid May. The news notes cold, thawed conditions and hints at widespread health and trade concerns. Also mentions a large gold shipment from Jefferbuck Co. to Europe aboard a French steamer in New York.

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Great Flood Sweeps Over Large Tract in Tennessee

Severe flood disastrous sweep strikes Hast Tennessee. Three people drowned and several others reported missing as waters rise across towns and fields. Rescue teams race to locate survivors amid rising currents and damaged homes. Local authorities urge caution and monitor flood conditions.

Great flood devastates Elizabethtown area causing wide damage

Report from Elizabethtown Tennessee on a historic flood wiping out sixty two dwellings and destroying bridges across multiple rivers. County losses estimated at 31 million dollars with many families homeless and several lives threatened or lost amid rising waters and submerged stores.

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Tacoma Tragedy: Mother Kills Son Then Commits Suicide

A Tacoma woman killed her 18 year old son and then took her own life after inviting him for a walk. The crime occurred in the Linke Mark station area and appeared premeditated according to police reports.

Suicida Tacoma Wash Mre Chee FP Gquncert Motan Aon Nojetde Ty Tektng Cartel Linke Mark Station

Cambridge Police Arrest After Exploation Incident Report

Cambridge police report a suspect linked to an explosion near Cambridgeport National Bank. The defendant, Moss Fred C Pinter of Cambridgemirt, faces charges after alleged involvement in the event yesterday. Witnesses describe a tense scene as authorities secured the area and investigated potential connections to a separate incident.

Cambridge Mars Moss Fred C. Pinter Cambridgemirt Cambridgeport National Tank Eulokie Mogotlar Teding

Fragmented notes on a racial rights protest and weather hints

A garbled Chicago May page describes a women led protest over political inclusion and race in a group plan, mentioning Mrs William Kyoku and Mrs Kreknaynipetiy Harnell amid a discussion on membership. The text shifts to weather forecasts for Chicago and mentions rain, temperatures, and winds for May 21 and 27.

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