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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1901
Page
7
A veterans gathering discussed partial ties and a parade plan near Ty tree and Spanier Ameciem Wad. Speakers addressed graves at the Twentieth ae and Ka l were noted, with activities at 2 PM and 6 PM at locations including 43 fil Severn Street and headquarrs.
In a muddled note the article records Weht McNair denying a wheat train dream and recounts scattered statements about weather, timing, and public skepticism. The piece cites local figures and a public discussion that followed a contested claim, with no clear troth found.
Sir Thomas Lipton plans continued trials for the Shamrock near the home base with the same crew aboard. Reports indicate adjustments and scheduling since the May discussions, aiming to finalize preparations for the forthcoming race series on this side of the Atlantic.
A garbled dispatch from Neshelife, Tann describes a Chinese orator addressing a crowd near Vanterhill about technological hubs and a marked disaster. The piece references Saunders Com and Renor University with unclear details about speakers Charlie Sin Marga and Boohow.
Patrolman George Lemley, accused of severely clubbing Squire Blackman, has been temporarily relieved from duty as Chief Stahl weighs reappointment chances. Blackman, too injured to appear in police court, remains hospitalized, while Lemley’s status fluctuates amid ongoing inquiry. Shots fired during a pursuit caused neighborhood alarm as new details emerge about the case and local officers involved.
London May 2 sensational murder in Dorset Street Whitechapel near the scene of the famed Jack the Ripper. A woman named Anne Austin was found dying in a bed and died hours later in hospital. The killer fled and police were not notified until yesterday. Police fear more violence as details suggest a brutal assault on the lower body. The victim died without speaking. Investigations continue as authorities seek the assailant.
Government moves to condemn about 25 acres adjacent to Fort Casey and up to 160 more acres between Fort Worden to secure land for expanded fortifications at Admiralty Head. War department plans include purchasing by condemnation with estimates around six figures, funding site buildings and post improvements.
The Topeka Whist Club held a club team tournament with Ryder and Wolf emerging winners. Drite by Now af and Storey and numerous other pairs posted results as a busy day wrapped with social notes and local notices across Topeka North Topeka and nearby towns.
North Topeka merchants sue for relief against demurrage fees claiming charges arise from a peculiar condition of trade. The complaint seeks correction of the alleged abuses and a remedy from the court.
Fragmented OCR shows a jumble of political candidacy claims for coroner and county clerk, then numerous want ads and employment notices. Entries reference names like J e Pinton and W. Hampton, addresses, and various positions from housework to factory work, with scattered details and multiple locations.
Chicago records claim a Chicago grand jury will hear testimony this week on John Alexander Dowie, Deacon Judd, and Zion members regarding the death of Sir Judd. Witnesses from the coroner’s inquest and Dr Ludwig Hektoen who led the autopsy will testify. the case centers on a Zionite who sought admission last year amid health concerns.
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