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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1902
Page
1
Fusionists in Kansas face a tough battle next Tuesday with hopes to gain seats in the state house while protecting Senator Harris. The editorial notes intra party divisions, county by county shifts, and local leaders like Chairman Babb signaling an anti-Republican surge.
Four county chairmen forecast election outcomes amid fears over Halloween arson and a Prohibition shift. Stahl and Stebbins expected to win in Shawnee County. Schenck poised for county attorney, with registration figures showing lower overall turnout than two years ago and ward-by-ward breakdowns across Topeka.
Frustrated lenders accuse Odebekl Commission Co of forged documents and diverted profits in a major New Orleans grain export operation. Creditors including Comptoir National d'Escompte de Paris and Hibertia Bank hold thousands in uncertain claims as the company admits liabilities and contemplates liquidation. The scandal centers on forged bills of lading and warehouse receipts, with no arrest warrant yet issued for the implicated official.
Dover reports precan guarding of ballots to be used in Delaware next Tuesday. Armed guards protect official ballots delivered to Sussex County authorities. Kent County boxes stored in fireproof tanks. Ballots remain sealed and are to be opened only in the presence of the election board Tuesday morning. Temperatures listed for major cities follow.
Faculty warns of arson charges as vandals set a large outbuilding on fire at a campus near Riverhall at about 5 AM after a Halloween spree. Fire crews from Station No 3 battled the blaze. the structure, trees, and cedar growth were destroyed. Faculty vow punishment and possible criminal prosecutions. numerous property damages and pranks across Topeka, including smashed windows and stolen ice cream.
A Republican-leaning editorial exposes opposition to Keely as a last week before election intensifies. Newspaper clippings from Belott Gazette Beloit Gazette and others quote editors and readers criticizing Kelly and Luling while declaring neutrality or no support for either. Local editors warn voters to weigh actions and character over party lines, noting disputes over superintendent of insurance and calls for principled governance.
During a political meeting in Cleveland a confrontation ended with Mayor Johnson hitting William Mylecraine, a Republican tax board official, after overhearing remarks about an assessment. Johnson says he intended only a slap after attempting to explain an error. Mylecraine planned to seek a warrant.
Chicago defeats Beloit 18 to 0 in a snowy afternoon game. Chicago uses substitutions early with Catlin and Eliseurtz scoring drives. Merrill Slater leads receivers as Chicago dominates both halves, securing a decisive victory.
Lawrence Kan Nov 1 T W Wom a pioneer Kan died here last night aged 65 years He came to Kansas from Maine in 1880 and participated in the early struggles of the state He was prominent in political and business circles
Forecasts suggest cooler conditions with westerly winds this afternoon. The outlook hints at fair weather Sunday but with a drop in temperatures across Chicago and surrounding areas.
President Roosevelt hunts wild turkeys with Secretary Cortelyou and Dr. Rixey in Virginia near Bull Run. The trip includes a visit to the Henry House and battlefield, with no major injuries and full recovery noted. The party travels by special train, enjoys luncheon, and continues turkey pursuit amid ideal weather. Secretary Root joins the president. John J. Fixey’s Ben Lomond preserve hosts the hunt.
A fashion note from Mills' Store News describes black velvet half-long coats for mature women, with velvet coats trimmed in fur or lace, plaits, and elaborate passementerie. The article highlights modish velvet coats that conceal the figure but pair well with long skirts. Readily available in the Silk and Trimming Sections.
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