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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
4
Fragmented page from the Topeka State Journal highlights campaign talk, wage-law discussions, and public notices. It mentions salary targets for lawmakers, the transpartition building project, and references to political figures and sessions with varied regional concerns.
Debates on interoceanic canal authority railroad and canal questions stall action in Congress. Leaders fault railroads for blocking progress while Cuba policy demands a bold commercial resumption. Officials note past efforts and signals toward reform, seeking decisive action.
The discussion centers on a proposed ship subsidy bill and a warning that failure to act will signal railroads’ influence over legislation. Critics fear a postponement will embolden the minority and provoke a public demand for decisive action on vital issues.
A fragmented 19th century column from Atchison describes curious chatter about fashion, jealousy, and social expectations. The piece weaves odd phrases and slang as readers recall local characters and odd incidents from a recent week.
The readable portions hint at garbled prose about temper, dialogue, and social themes. The text appears as stray phrases about pressure, remorse, hypocrisy, and wealth versus poverty, with scattered garbled words and no coherent narrative or identifiable names.
A fragmentary humorous essay discusses political duty and social roles. It contrasts a man’s path to politics with a woman’s duties, noting pride in personal virtue and parenting. The piece uses odd phrases and quaint imagery, including a fox terrier and a cow, to mock debates.
The text presents a garbled, OCR like jumble with misread names and phrases. It mentions money, debt, travel, a road, a wolf tale, clothing items, and a fleeting line about a large check. Lacks coherent narrative or identifiable figures, places, or dates to anchor a clear news item.
May 27 Senate committee member Morgan submitted an adverse report on Hodr's bill. It questions the treaty with Colombia and Nicaragua, warns of delays to the canal, and notes Colombia’s alleged bid to seize Panama Canal assets. The document asserts that ratification could bind the United States and provoke serious consequences.
A Montana attorney, Elbert Weal, former United States district attorney for Migitine and ex-mayor of Helena, was suspended from practice for two scams in a decision by the U S Supreme Court. The court declined to permanently bar him after considering evidence of good character.
Gene Denver was a trusted employee at a Colorado telephone company. A safe in the plant was broken, a loss of $1.20 noted, and robbery appeared committed by someone who knew the combination. Robert L Hronting ton, a previous employee, was pursued and bonded for $1000 to American Surety Company.
Senator Quay introduced measures to promote Major General Brooke to lieutenant general and to arrange his retirement. The same issue notes the deaths of two notables in Paris and Parisian author Greville. Mrs. Roosevelt plans to return to Washington with the children after settling them here. Weavers in Philadelphia strike over wages and clothing concerns.
Readers are cautioned about the peril of standing under icy cave formations as winter injuries and deaths rise. The article notes trust in ineffective remedies and promotes risky precautions, mentioning a dubious medical product and its claimed cures. It warns that only proper safety can prevent illness and harm in cold conditions.
Topeka bidders including Ragace City and Ritchle win the Lawrence contract for paving four blocks on Massachusetts Street with concrete and brick courses. Prices range 40 to 70 cents per square foot, with grading costs and curb work included. Several Topeka firms, Leavenworth and local bidders compete, raising concerns about competition and local bias.
Judge W C Hook of the United States Circuit Court granted a restraining order against attorney W J Stebbins, restraining him from prosecuting Western Union Telegraph Co. for alleged violations of a Kansas statute. The hearing for a permanent injunction is slated for the next term in Leavenworth. The Telegraph Co. seeks to have the law declared unconstitutional and aims to be freed from ongoing suits.
A garbled note indicates Kansans will participate in a Native Luncheon parade with a committee and badge distribution at Moore's Book Store. It mentions an anticipated gathering and vows of attendance, with details unclear due to OCR damage.
Court records show Dr. JF Shelton of Leol challenging Kansas Medical College for diploma denial. Supreme Court notes that petition denied as examinations and grades cited, with listed subjects and scores including ophthalmology and nervous disease areas.
Officials report a tragic accident on the Sante Path near Gort on Monday. A derate sod car left the road, killing or injuring several people including Fort Mainin resident Eadese. Rescue workers towed the wreckage from the scene as authorities begin a full inquiry into the crash and its causes.
Deputy State Mine Inspector Thewnas Hersog inspected the coal shanty at Jewell City and took samples from a vein measured at 2 feet 4 inches. He declares the seam the steepest in Kansas and notes the coal will be used for jet at the shaft with promising results.
Sept McDonald continues testimony begun yesterday in a dense hearing. Witnesses, including Corporal Eden, describe alleged acts and federal authority involvement. The hearing features remarks from Senator Huwhins and Chairman Lodge about procedural issues and terms.
A fragmentary report describes a confrontation between Mae and a city physician regarding patients in a pest house. The dialogue touches on law, ethics, and safety, with mention of an attorney Speyer and a reporter interviewing after the interview.
Salina Kansas May 27 delegates attended the morning session of the state social science federation of women. Mrs Johnston of Topeka delivered a preliminary address as president. Mrs Bond of Latima was elected recording secretary to fill the vacancy caused by Mrs Barker of Lawrence resignation.
A brief weather item notes cool today with rain expected tonight or tomorrow. It cites a government forecast mentioning warmer conditions tonight and records a 4 degree mining temperature with east wind at six miles per hour. The report lists hourly readings from 2 and 10 o clock.
The Kansas Letter Carriers association plans its annual convention in Pittsburg on May 81 for one day. Hodgings of station GB is president of the state association. Delegates from Topeka include Charlize Stewart and James There, aiming to advance members' interests as the association, organized years ago, promotes carrier welfare.
Denver police report a double tragedy at the Vitor hotel where a man and woman, circus performers, were found dead after a shooting followed by a suicide. The man, thought to be Cass Dawerom, reportedly told the woman they would be better off dead. Arrests for related disorderly conduct were noted, with drugstore and medical references appearing in the fragmented text.
A man identified as Edward L. C. Fhoman, who disappeared Sunday, was found near the riverbank with a coat hat and valise nearby. Police and local authorities are coordinating on the case as investigations proceed.
A warrant was issued in St Louis on May 21 for the arrest of Ziegenhein on charges of membership and extortion involving Fred W. Ziegenhein, private secretary to his father during his mayoral tenure. The grand jury examined privilege matters tied to licenses and pardons affecting merchants. Nearby, De Rochambeau and party arrived at West Point and were met with rain as cadets lined the parade ground before departing on the dispatch boat Diphin.
May 2 report from Washington notes a beautiful floral tribute to the late President McKinley. the Potomac Department’s plan places flowers on the casket containing his remains. Gen Fred Fuheton’s condition is reported unchanged in Denver as of May 27.
Readable bits show humorous exchanges and social curiosities. Photographers and cordial exchanges mix with brief notes on fashion, family, and theater life. Names and places appear in fragmented form, reflecting a lively if scattered newspaper column.
Airline fare notice lists round trip rates to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Salt Lake City San Francisco Los Angeles Portland and Seattle from June to August. Fares shown include 190 to Denver 25 to Utah 200 to Salt Lake City 450 to California and 32 to Salt Lake City in limited windows. Details and full information via travel agents F A Lewis and J C Fulton.
The Wa hospital reform session adjourned with no major decisions reported. State Journal correspondent says the discussion touched on management changes and possible future actions. Local officials and representatives from Home Life Insurance of New York attended, stressing prudence in any steps.
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