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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1901
Page
13
A popular Topeka hotel, The Fifth Avenue, run by A. T. Pige, offers first class accommodations and attentive service. Families receive special rates and the restaurant is highly regarded by local residents and visitors.
Washington November 2 The monthly circulation statement by the comptroller of the currency shows total circulation of national banks October 31 at 29 011 68 an increase of 3 213 20 for the month The circulation based on United States bonds to secure deposits stands at 24 178 614 with notes outstanding and public deposits secured by bonds The report details the proportions of circulation and bond security used by banks nationwide.
Cresceus and the Worlds record holder arrived in Des Moines to attempt a record on the kite shaped track. Locals forecast a potential break as Des Moines’ fast track is said to be one of the most expensive. Ketcham predicts a new mark if weather cooperates with Tuesday and Wednesday trials planned.
Press League officers from Kansas City report delegates will gather in Chicago in early December to finalize convention work. Officers rejected include President P. F. W. Collier of Northwestern Agriculturists and Vice President H. A. Heath of Kansas Farmer, among others.
The Park California returned to San Francisco on November 2 with a cargo of sperm oil, whale oil, and two tons of whale bone. A crew member named Win, a ship cook, was found dead from stabbing in an apparent nautical incident.
The October 1901 report from U S mints totals 5 755 588 dollars in coinage with gold around 2 791 408 dollars and minor coinage 587 350 dollars. A second item recounts a medical cure story about John Hunter of Chico and prepacatine, and an advert promotes Gatin Skin Cream and Bodew Model for skin issues.
London reports confirm a draft treaty abrogating the Clayton Bulwer pact for a canal through Nicaragua. Britain aims to permit American construction under joint control while seeking quid pro quo in other concessions. Officials warn Senate scrutiny may block acceptance, with Cabinet divided and public papers uncertain.
Aunt Lucinda Thompson known as Sormens Sir hag Satis Reader died Friday at her home in Pease Valley east of town near Oak. The obituary notes her long life and local ties, with brief details received from family.
The North Topeka column reports deaths, visits, and handshakes. Mrs. Lucia died after illness, friends covered funeral expenses. Residents like W Cunningham from Meriden and Ed Pskrideo from Meriden were in town. Various trips to Kansas City, Abilene, Liberty, and Meriden. football game Holton vs North Topeka ended 12 to 9. numerous church events and society gatherings noted, including missionary clubs, literary meetings, and football injuries.
Pro bate Judge Pasn reports October sales up sharply from September with a 137 percent increase. September sales were 401, October 3150, Pension Dinner. The Ladies of the G A R will host a pension dinner at their dining room on the first landing of the G P stairway Ei and Quincy.
Shawnee county voters face a Tuesday election on a proposal to raise eight thousand dollars in bonds and eight thousand in levy to erect permanent fair buildings, lay out grounds, and create a park. The plan promises annual expositions for ten years and broad city county benefits through a state fair. The district includes the Fifth and Sixth wards and rural areas south of the Kansas river. candidates Frank Harrison and Wm. Quayle.
Chicago wheat trading opened dull with December slipping slightly on weaker cables. Receipts from the northwest doubled from a year ago, Australian shipments resumed, and nearby contracts showed modest strength later. Corn and oats showed mixed results as December corn rose while corn futures faced offerings. Hog and pork markets also opened lower amid light demand and thin supplies.
SIC GLES. TOPERA CYCLE Co. advertises bicycles and commodities including tandems for rent and repair services. National aid unions and related builder structures are referenced, with emphasis on cycles and associated gear.
Kansas City reports cattle receipts around 200 head including 190 Texans with steer and cow prices listed. Hogs receipts noted with stockers and feeders valued. Kansas City produce items for Nov 2, plus Chicago and Topeka market gossip and grain receipts. NYSE activity described with overall subdued movement and slight advances in some stocks.
Fragmented market summary from New York on sugar refining and cotton trade, with references to Topeka hides and government bonds. Mentions SUGAR MARKET in New York, cotton, wool, and money market with rates, and a Kansas price report by A. G. Goodwin.
A jumble of classified style notices seeks women for at home piecework and sewing projects with pay ranges and promise of fair wages. Mentions Benton Harbor Chicago Topeka and various employers offering stamped return envelopes and commissions. several entries request travel or sales roles and reference to employment bureaus and manufacturers.
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