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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1901

Page

4

Commencement at Baker University Opens Week of Exercises

Baker University in Baldwin Kansas begins its forty third commencement week with a full schedule. Included are school of pedagogy graduations, a public sermon, Epworth League events, and several lectures and concerts spanning Thursday through Friday culminating in the senior college commencement exercises with addresses by Hon. Charles W. Fairbanks and a large alumni reception.

Baldwin Kes Haker University School of Pedagogy Lilian Beott LB Pultlam Na- Stile Kaa Arptech Henry ‘Warrer Ibb Denver Colo Eddryssa Bristow Aby Bishterea Tastor Chicager Cruse Sd. m Achelon-Athenian Literary Societice Rey Thomas & Chandler A.M Nawport Fi Tureday Epworth League Ati P. Wn Board of Trustees Sp. Og James Willcomt Riley Paul M. Pearson Speutweser Northwestern University School of Art Sfl Betts A. ML Hiblicni-Clionian Nuragay Tune & Claad Aed Aleetol Aay Commercial Department J. J. Dawson Topeka Heker University Cadet Corpu Society of the Alumi Rhs Glumnt Kymnasium Fund Frank Neteau Hall Department of Music College of Uberalarte Charles W. Fairbanks United States Indi Haldwin Brass Band

Rain Expected as Devolution Day Looms Over Olmervir Jennings

Weather notes warn of rain with a Nor’easter mood as Olmervir Jennings considers Devolution Day. Partly cloudy conditions with possible showers are forecast. northeast winds at 10 mph. Governor Stone signs local measures amid public notices and agricultural concerns.

Olmervir Jennings Aftona Prince Albert

Stanwer Sunk in Collision Fort Wayne Walkout

Fort Wayne machinists walk out after a collision incident. The event involves local workers and brass, with tense exchanges and possible settlements discussed amid the industrial dispute.

Stanwer Wayne Fort Wayne

E U Commencement Twenty Ninth Annual Exercials

Lawrence May 30 to June 5 marks the twenty ninth annual commencement events with a series of programs. The schedule lists the commencement concert of the Department of Music at campus facilities, a speakers address by university figures, and related ceremonies including alumni activities and university dinners.

Lawrence Karvar Polluwing Department of Music

John K Cowen Resigns as President of 2&0

L F Lores assumes the presidency of the 2&0 after John K Cowen resigns. Potterneralanager of cylvanisines west of Pit shifts to the waine position on the Baltimore.

John K. Cowen Potterneralanager Cylvanisines Pit Fe Waine Baltimore

Marshall's Band Chosen for Mystic Shriners Reception

Marshall's band selected by the conmilites to perform at the Mystic Shriners reception in Kansas City. The event includes a big parade and a concert at Convention Hall with over 10,000 tickets issued to Kansas City women. The band will be the official city band and officers will be honored in scarlet uniforms.

Marshall Conmilites Mystic Shriners Entertainment Kamen City Mystic Shriners Kansas City Tooteer Theas Marshallstad Tll Kansay Tammoth Hall Marshall's Oil

St John’s Bernard Crosby Completes Course At Topska

Bernard Crosby of Topska is noted as the sole graduate completing a course at St. John’s. The report mentions Crosby as the only graduate in the cohort, with references to Sal and Hitree by the returning todas from St. John’s Mil.

Bernard Crosby Topska St. John's Bernard Crosby Hitreeby Todas Sal

Populist Leader Urges Caution On Democratic Shift

Ex state senator Henry W. Young of the Kaness Poplist accuses the Populists of risking their autonomy by endorsing the Democratic ticket. He argues no Populist ticket is needed next year and urges waiting on national conventions to guide strategy.

Henry W. Young Kaness Young Tas Fourne Mack Love Doro Pinte Tommatico Democratic Party of S Mche Huresty Karena Avery Tony Bausus Love Seana Wien Police Democracy

Rock Island to Topeka and Kansas City travel offers

A fragmented ad notes Rock Island's Evening Express jousting to Topeka for Kansas City and St Louis on a Santa Fe route with tickets on sale May 20 to June 2, return by June 6. Mentions summer tours, illustrated booklets, Buffalo Exposition, and health notices about vaccines and teething remedies, with scattered names and locations.

Rock Island Topeka Kansas City St . Louie Kahness City Santa Fe Buffalo Exposition St. Lawrenct River Colorado Aidress T. L. Hing

Honest Tired Feeling and Hood's Sarsaparilla Claims

An ad contrasts an honest tired feeling caused by toil with a disease like fatigue that ends in bed and lack of appetite. It touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as purifying blood and restoring vitality, improving digestion, kidneys, and liver, prompting appetite return and renewed energy.

Hood

Washington Deliberates On Cuban Convention Action

Reports from Washington indicate no immediate move on the Cuban convention. Secretary Root and Gen. Wood discuss the delegates actions and possible interpretations of the Platt amendment. Officials suggest Washington may simply accept or reject the convention's work rather than force new language.

Swashington Root Woodend Gen. Wood Hience Washington

Lemley Arrested Over Blackman Beating Incident

Police officer Lemley was arrested after a night of violent attack on Lqulee Blackman, coachman to J. Devlin. The case may become assault with intent to injure as Blackman’s health and risk of lockjaw were reported. Devlin returned from Chicago and expected further action. Local lodge Odd Fellows coordinates prosecution and removal steps against the city are planned.

George Lemley Lqulee Blackman J. Devlin Blackman Devlin Chicago Birac Deviln Aires

Collinson to Go Up Promises Changes in Santa Fe Shop

Rumors swirl around the Santa Fe shop forecasting changes in the mechanical department to take effect June 1. George R. Henderson is tipped to become assistant superintendent of machinery for the Santa Fe, with James Callinman to be master mechanic of the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe division. Neubert may move to master mechanic of the eastern division. Seth Topeka is named to eastern master mechanic.

Sante Fe George R. Henderem Chicago & Northwestern Atchison, Toputa Santa Fu Peu- Neubert Seth T Topeka

Captain Baird Hurt in Topeka Ball Game Operation

Captain Baird of Manhattan Agricultural College was operated on at Christ Hospital after a collision in Lawrence during the K I game Saturday. The operation corrected a bulging eye and he was reported in good spirits and later joined his father Dr Baird in St Marys.

Baird Manhattan Agricultural College Topeka Christ Hospital Yens St. Marys Lawrence Mie Dr. Baird Marquette

Sons of Confederate Veterans Debate Impartial School Histories

Memphis May 3 At the morning session the United Sons of Confederate Veterans favored school histories impartial to both sides. The credential committee reported sixty two camps represented by 200 delegates. the convention adjourned for a 2 pm recess as the hall was rented. Des Moines May 22 A church assembly revises leadership covenants with ministers from Pittsbore Los Angeles Monreitt and Ohio. home missions aid extended and general assembly adjourned to meet in Ailesbury Pa.

Sons of Confederate Veterans Memphis Tenn United Sons of Confederate Veterans South Credentiaia Sif Celebates Prevent Eixty Td aFelook Des Meines J. McCrory Pittshore ES. Manteo Los Angeles T. H. Hana Monece Ailesbury

Baker Burton State Contract Contested In Papas Race

In a tight political fight in Port Scott area the Baker and Burton factions clash over a state contract for papas. Rumor says Col Richards may oppose Rice, who is backed by Bakerman supporters. If Rice wins, Richards would gain credit. if not, opposite credit arises amid ongoing intrigue.

Politics Baker-Burton Cam- Daty Mr. Rice Col. Fichardamm Ddr Rice Colet Rennaenntning Filehards Baker Mens Fichards Saiile

Assembly Debates Membership Covenant and Consanguinity Limits

Des Moines Iowa reports the United Presbyterian church General Assembly session opening with committee actions on membership covenant and marriage restrictions. Memorials denied, new committee appointed to draft a covenant, and a report on prohibited consanguinity and affinity marriages was requested, with the assembly ultimately not granting the request.

Des Moines General Assembly of The United Presbyterian Church Fia Samuel Collins Thin Gener

Germany to withdraw forces from China and end command

Berlin reports indicate all powers accept Germany’s move to withdraw Marshal Count von Waldersee from Ching and surrender the command. The United States praises his conduct and America’s officers. Britain insists China pay indemnity with lasting bonds. Germany plans a China force of about 4000 as police guaranty, officials say no private aims.

Berlin Associated Press Germany Fiela Count von Walderm United States Count von Waltermei Pei Chi Li Chin

Weather forecast misprint hints at varying rain chances

Forecast indicates a week of unsettled weather with possible storm Saturday followed by more rain next week. The report notes local showers, though wording is garbled, suggesting lingering rain chances and periods of clearer skies as the week progresses.

Havens and Capote Meetings Spark Election Clause Debate

A fragmented report notes Havens of the Cum sonat tion constitutional convention not open for sessions until after municipal elections. President Capote met Governor General Wood to discuss the proposed election law and possible constitution changes. El Mundo reports independence and morality shock as future shifts are threatened by US influence. Gold shipments reach near 4 million, and National City Tank ban increases liquidity to 24,657,000 with Western banks adjusting risk.

Havens Capote Wood United States el Mundo New York National City Tank Ban Itv Guomient Saucaseance Companies Nuetheruat City Bank

Woman sues Eddy for damages in sensational trial

Mrs Josephine A Woodbury sues Mrs Mary Baker G Eddy founder of the Belentist sect for 159000 in Suffolk county superior court Boston. The case opened amid a crowded courtroom with spectators and jurors selected as proceedings began and counsel announced a lengthy trial likely to span three weeks.

Boston Josephine A. Woodbury Mary Baker G. Eddy Concord N. H Suffolk County Superior Court Woodbury Eddy K Hianni Mother Church

Campaign Train Promotes Republican Committee Candidates

Rival Republican committeeman hopefuls plan a heated citywide campaign tour by a rear platform train starting at Highth and Fane avenu e eight o’clock. Candidates include Capt HM Philips Otto Hungate Charles O Neil Phil Eastman Matt Weightman Dave Gren A D Bauer and Major Tom Anderson. Local notes cover hospital visitations meetings and speeches by various officials with plans for Topeka events.

Republican County Central Committee Stupa Tende Highth Fane Avenue HM Philips Otto Hungate Charles O'Neil Phil Eastman Matt Weightman Dave Gren A. D. Bauer Tom Anderson

To Hurry Allotments Protests Prompt Federal Action

Fragmented text describes pressure over opening a reservation and allotments with officials promising action not to delay and a timeline aiming for August. It cites Mr Curtin and a visit to Washington to press the matter. Strong entities include the department, Curtin, and a reservation, with references to papers in the southwest and public protests.

Tadian Curtin

McKinley Condition Improves Amid Holiday Crowds At Stations

Secretary Cordyotss reports Dr Rixey says Mrs McKinley condition improved and comfortable. Crowds gathered at stations after presidential line as Oliv hook beat WhiteonG CA children enjoyed a holiday in Ronan.

Cordyots

Dooley Questions Admission and Citizen Roles Discussed

A fragmented notice mentions Dooley and questions about a citizen process. It references a February timeline and local figures, noting concerns over a title or policy and involvement of residents in a public discussion. The readable text is limited and lacks clear events or names beyond Dooley.

Confederate Memorial Meeting report in Tennessee

Fragmented notes describe a Confederate veteran reunion held near Memphis Tennessee on May 21. The piece mentions a committee seeking support and a plan to send a delegation of ninety to Richmond Virginia to arrange a flower and memorial observation.

Memphia Reunion Apa Tull Humber Nfsation Willie Richmond

Modocs in Kansas City Mystic Shrine celebration

The Modoc club will travel to Kansas City for the Mystic Shriners celebration on June 10 at Saline Temple. They will sing sacred anthems during the reception, with events in parlor A and Isle Temple. Michigan Legislature suspends session as general appropriation bill passes with allocations around 385,100 for the deamon.

Modocs Kansas City Modoc Mystic Shriners Saline Inte Bern Miudoc Kenena City Henégaart Isle Parlor Vieltars Stoiaen Michigan Lansing

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