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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
11
Fragmentary text mentions CH MATTHEWS and the Progressive Laundry with references to a gate or rate, a state, and a Sanat queen. Details are garbled. cannot determine a coherent event, place, or outcome from the readable portion.
In Topeka notes many residents attend gatherings and visits. Mrs Dyank Geeur returns from Kansas while Mrs Wat Gubtal of Silver Lake shops in town. Miss Le Fimurthirg visits Jol Morro iret, and Curtie Low with Nellis from Silver Lake are in Topeka. Hertha Hoe critical in hospital. condition improving slowly. Local prices show 0.5 cent cents for plants, as advertised. Community church events include sermons by Elder J.T. Parvin and upcoming services at Central Avenue church this Friday and Saturday evenings.
An advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion for strengthening weak children. It argues lasting improvement comes from steady daily doses rather than quick fixes, noting children respond well and the product is harmless. The ad is attributed to WOTT & BOWNE, Cheyenne? Pmt Street.
Local committees meet at the homes of Mrs Ht Plummer and Mrs F C Bowen to arrange a memorial sermon and grave service. They authorize decoration, flower collection at designated school buildings, and coordination with comrades Mason and other officers for ceremonies at Kimont cemetery and a hall service.
Fragmented OCR report recounts panicked crowds at Port de France as boats attempt to carry passengers away from Saint Pierre amid Pelean danger. Descriptions of frightened residents, blocked streets, and desperate efforts to depart reflect a city under siege by volcanic threat. Authorities, ships Versailles and Ville de Tanger, take scant passengers, while funds and transport collapse. The piece notes government and business leaders seeking transit solutions for evacuation and relief.
The Wichita convention looms as Thomas Kelly, candidate for state treasurer, faces graft allegations and possible withdrawal deals. Miami County board findings accuse Kelly of embezzlement and funds mismanagement, prompting calls for a clean candidate. Delegates shift as supporters defect and others replace on the county delegation.
In New York on May 21 Reina wins the Handicap race with a close neck finish ahead of Advance Guard and Hird. Other runners included Ware and Blues with Pentecdet and Henna noted among the contenders.
Reported at Coal Creek mines the incident ends with 160 feet of work shafts flooded by after damp. Superintendent R Drennan collapses, two companions act to drive air, and a 13 year old boy among the injured or killed. Rescue and evacuation efforts unfold as townsfolk gather.
The Bethany committees announce a series of events in early June including a June 3 concert and a reception for Mrs. Mary A Walker. Also noted are graduating exercises and a memorial death by suicide of a local resident, with family preparations and local notices.
The Hamond contest standings list Cora Stevens Mike OlW Leonard Mina Katherine Cough Dine Abvne Ware tien Mabel Quighey Mise Houma White. Conditions are simple and family friendly. Booklet with details is available at F. W. Swearingen's Jewelry Store 724 Kansas Avenue or from Cudahy Packing Co Topeka.
California defeated Princeton 7 6 in a near perfect Westerners meet held in Minnewton New Jersey. Notable events included Dewitt winning the hammer throw with a 104 feet 4 inch mark and Cadogan taking the 40 yard dash for Cal. Powell tied for high jump and Culman of Princeton won the pole vault with 11 feet.
At the Democratic convention in Wichita this week Thor T Kelly of Paoli Spirit accused W D Greason editor of Minn County Republican of delaying county issues. He claimed a rumor of intimidation surfaced but denied intent to abandon the fight.
In May 24 incident at Arkansas City Ker, Frank Wilson shot his wife seriously wounding her, killed Abner Canter, and then died by suicide. Jealousy over Canter's alleged affair with Wilson's wife led to the deadly sequence on a farm near the territory, with Mrs. Canter threatening retribution before the tragedy.
A damaged OCR fragment recounts a firearm assault with a forearm break and a back strike, followed by a fatal shot to a man named Dingell in the mouth. The text then notes a person named Wilson as a farmer and mentions a death immediately after.
The report notes Burton arrived in Topeka at noon today en route to Washington for a state convention. He plans a brief stay with friends Mulvene Grimen and others, with Mrs. Murtan accompanying him. Observers anticipate comments on Roosevelt era policies and possible attacks on President Roosevelt’s foreign and naval decisions if he gains support.
Church notes list services across multiple congregations with names of pastors and times. Episcopal Grace Cathedral at Diehop features sermons and Holy Communion, with Rev J P and Rev Maurice J Bywater noted. Baptist and Christian Endeavor activities announced, including Sunday school, prayer, and gospel services. African Baptist and First Christian entries summarize weekly preaching and youth activities.
Members of the Ewedenborgian church and others will meet at the chapel on the corner of Sixth Avenue tomorrow at 4 o clock. The notice mentions someone taking charge of a new position and references city affairs in unclear wording.
Nearly every mother attended an At Home event on Friday afternoon hosted by Buclid school, showcasing children’s work and classroom pictures. W W Gavitt promotes cautious investment in various schemes, offering to phone or mail details and inviting inquiries until June first, with stock dividends and brokers expected.
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