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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1902
Page
4
The Associated Press report describes the political landscape and dangers of voter apathy ahead of the election. It notes potential shifts in government, with mention of poll behavior and forecasts from observers. It references figures on campaign spending and the seriousness of turnout.
Turbulent debate on a transportation pay bill highlights proposed raises for mail carriers and related staff. Proponents cite cost of living and service needs while opponents warn of budget strain and potential tax impacts, informing a tense legislative march toward a vote.
A ragged text fragment urges readers to contact representatives about a proposed measure and hints at civic engagement. The lines drift into tangential anecdotes about honesty driving careless behavior, with scattered references to a Oklahoma man and fortune telling.
George W. Miller charged with killing Santa Fe Detective GC Mauntgomery appeared in court Thursday and waived examination through attorney J T Lutterty. Bail set at 5000 dollars. Miller remained in custody. The incident ties to a broader May and April operations, with further court actions expected in the district court.
Corrupted dispatch from May 2 via San Francisco notes volcanic ash from Krakatoa causing unusual atmospheric conditions in Hawaii. Description includes red glare on the horizon and a distant sun dimming. Analysts cite volcanic dust and atmospheric disruption as the cause, with authorities and scientists observing heightened attention.
A quizzy OCR fragment describes officer casualties including Alma Wie and others. It mentions Bure headquarters, Purdy roadworker, northern division and a chief engineer with a referenced sum of 750. The readable text is garbled, but implies a serious incident with casualties and injuries across several units.
Special police in Hashten Pennsylvania on May 36 mobilize to guard properties. Companies including Coxe Bros and Co deputize trusted staff to supervise engineers firemen and pumpmen while Markie Co and others prepare sworn officers for Monday. Guards to be posted across Coxe Markle Kemmerer works north of the city.
May 20 report notes Sheriff James Reawn parting with Theodore Rohrer’s $16,000 clock for 842.50 to a bidder named Any Pinhis. Offer of 1260 was refused. clock sale details and city bidders listed amid other local notices.
In Burwell Kansas the Twenty third Judicial district convention met in Russell and nominated W E Saum of Hays for judge. The Peoples party also nominated Mr Sun, both delegations voting unanimously. Democrats plan to certify, Populists to certify if allowed by law, otherwise not. A joint meeting of Democrats and Populists greeted the nominees and endorsed union. Senator W A Harris spoke and was applauded.
Fragmented OCR recalls a bizarre scene with locusts and a county court over a meal, mentioning a home in Hamilton and a guest list. The piece weaves travel notes on tickets to Chicago and Santa Fe, plus a resignation from The Capital’s managing editor.
Charges against Dr. Meffert provoke action before the state board of registration and examination. Citizens and practicing physicians sign affidavits alleging unprofessional conduct and immoral character affecting his license to practice medicine. Local ministers denounce him as a moral menace, while supporters push to defend his rights and potential candidacy.
Mrs Nettie Craven withdraws all claims to the Pair estate in San Francisco. She receives 50000 for dropping from several lawsuits concerning the deceased millionaire, deferring to Charles L Pair and his sisters Theresa Odrichs and Virginia Vanderbilt. The estate is valued at about 20000000.
Washington invites the event delegates for a trip to San Antonio Texas from October 58 to 3. The host says the party will attend the Albaguer as planned, with possible attendance at the Mannheim event if feasible. A fire in Boule New York May 28 destroyed a mansion and 16 dwellings, causing an estimated loss of 150000 dollars partly insured.
In Portland May report states four people drowned when a row boat capsized in the Columbia near Martins Bluff twelve miles above Hilama. The list includes Herbert Martin and others as they attempted a rescue. Herbert Martin drowned after saving his mother a sister and Mrs Jones, then lost strength and perished with the others.
Congressman Miller disputes claims that Cyrus Leland lost power at the Wichita Republican convention. He says Leland aimed to influence a single ticket and supported Bailey for governor, denying a total defeat or organized push for a specific man.
Next Sunday June 1 at 8 p.m. Prof E Tl Wiese will lecture on The Saxon Druid or Prestess Hwan ahlde at Lincoln Boat Hall 118 East Street. Admission about 22.4 cents. Proceeds support church and related causes as classes and sermons are planned. Pharmacy remedies are advertised at 50 cents per vial.
Har vy county board member W Kanavel urged a strong show by Leland at the convention. The Kansas GOP faces division as Kanavel warned rivals to beware, saying Leland is the strongest individual politician in the state and could win the governorship with broad support.
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