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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1902
Page
7
A chaotic and humorous school event description recounts A.A. smokers, ciphered games, and a Knabber Neck contest where members clash with directors. The narrative blends phonetic mishaps and fantastical imagery of pong battles, piecing together a surreal scene of drinks, piano music, and a smoke free gathering. Strong entities include A.A. and Knabber Neck references, with scattered mentions of clubs, locations, and beverages.
The text shows a fragmentary sports page item with references to bowling, pins, averages, and players but lacks coherent names or a complete event. It reads like an OCR corrupted scene of a table and match notes with unclear dates or teams.
The report by General MT Ludington reviews quartermaster operations during the year, focusing on transportation and the handling of troops and supplies. It notes wartime transport constraints, calls for phased use of ships, and discusses efforts to maintain adequate ports and intermodal links for military needs.
Mrs Jane Mrestén witnessed a hawk swoop down in her barnyard and fatally maul a rooster. After a brutal struggle the bird killed the animal, leaving Mrs Mrestén badly injured and exhausted from the attack.
A visitor from Michigan, Poeter Brown of Liberty, was killed in Pennsylvania's Hemlock Belt amid a tense bear encounter. The hunter fired as the bear approached within redk feet, leaving witnesses astonished by the depth of the bite and the rarity of such a scene in local woodland folklore.
The article reports that General Booth's son in law and daughter resigned from the Salvation Army amid disputes with Dowie. Members returned to Europe while the Army reorganized locally under General Booth. The piece notes past leadership roles and ongoing upheaval within the movement.
Fragmented account records Pope Lews 1678 events including a journey from Sydney to Cardial Murue, arrival at Pantionete, and discuss of a papal mission. It notes Cardinal Moran’s status and a planned evening meeting at the College of Caedinwtn, with unclear details and damaged text.
An excerpt notes a performance of The Admirable Crichton at Bas ct Sucks Whreter with cast members including I Irvine and Taher. It reflects on thematic elements and audience reception without graphic detail. The text references characters and stage direction in a period tone.
Government weather bulletin notes a cold wire over the upper Missouri valley tonight into Saturday with temperatures 3 to 10 degrees above zero. Forecasters caution wrong or incomplete forecasts beyond the valley and warn Kansas, upper Missouri, and the far north to expect possible showers, warmer temps tonight, and varying wind, with broader impacts if a cold wave moves in, including potential emergency warnings for affected states.
Willam Sella of the Sells-Downe circus arrived in Topeka reporting strong crowds and a $100,000 gate. He says 200 people will dive to 40 cars as the troupe plans a heavy run through Virginia and West Virginia with good times and ample money. Officials visited the fairgrounds to inspect exhibits for the wintering show.
Aftoona Pa November 7 1912 The largest suit ever brought in Blair county and among the biggest in the state will be tried at Houtitageberg December 16. It covers the wall of William Mentzer against the Pennsylvania Boulevard Company Inveretn Selmont Fl 0.0 Mentzer was a major shipper nationwide and contends he paid broker freight while others did not. It is stated President Cassatt and Eastroad Company officers and coal interests will attend.
The general committee of church extension of the Methodist Episcopal Church met today to apportion the church building fund among the 14 conferences. Apportions listed include Colorado 4008, Arizona 3500, American Indian 3d, California 0, California German 5th Central Croatian 24, Central Swedish 40, Columbia River will.
Report outlines party distribution for Colorado's new legislature with Senate Democrats seven Republicans eleven and House Democrats two percent Republicans thirty six total on joint ballot. Question remains whether Republicans hold a majority if Arapahoe district shifts elects 13 Democrats, altering the joint balance.
Bi Lule reports a deadly blast on the New Rock Island Line near Jeffriesboro with a boy killed and several injured as a premature explosion disrupts a special train. Doctors and surgeons rushed to the scene on Front Street while a business panel announced a $1,904,000 cap to expand steamship routes and West Indian service with steamers and bonds.
City Engineer Ward clashes with Vinewood Company over paving a Way street. McCabe rules the material belongs to the city or taxpayers, not the firm. Granite blocks slated for replacement by brick, leaving thousands of bricks piled behind City Hall as leftovers while disputes unfold.
About 700 Morgen & Wright rubber workers in Chicago struck today over union recognition. The walkout targets the Rubber Trust and signals a wider labor dispute as machinists and other unions warn of coordinated action and potential further stoppages.
Baileyville Kansas November 7 Monroe Hailey father of Willie J Bailey governor elect shows strength but remains gravely ill physicians warn condition is temporary and may last several days end could come at any time Indian School Appointments Washington November 7 list of appointments includes Mrs Ira Blien Chiticon Ykte Maton At Skate Nebo cook Fort Mojave Arie Mrs Ruth Bryes Le rar Okin assistant cook Osmge Olin Mr Anna Copelind Arkansas Cn Kan cook Aranance Oita Mise La Tell Lipsell nvles Ale Mewletant netron Quast Okt
Local item highlights a 71-pound son birth announcement for Mr. and Mrs. of Lowman. It notes a community business paper reading by Albert Watkins on The Disfranchisement of the Negro, plus a series of city notes including Typhoid fever recovery for Ward Page and a new AO. U. W. lodge planned in Harrison tail Oakland. The report mentions legal actions, larceny case outcomes, foreclosures, a gas case, and a church-town social spread across several nearby locales with mixed routine and notable figures.
Chicago markets report heavy northwest wheat receipts and weak southwest demand, with steady to firmer overall grain. hogs modestly down and provisions rising on higher receipts. Commission houses active, December futures mixed, with pork and lard drifting lower yet diverse price shifts across grains and groceries.
The report shows subdued trading with small orders for major stocks like St Paul and Kansas and Texas. Gains appeared in some listings while others declined. sugar and coal sectors showed weakness, while foreign demand remained light and prices fluctuated, with scattered firmness in select markets.
Market reports show mixed cattle receipts and steady to strong demand while hogs and sheep vary by region. Separately a gardening column advises on selecting and caring for chrysanthemums, detailing flower forms, planting tips, and how to care for plants through winter to ensure spring bloom.
Nov receipts list cattle, sheep, dairy, poultry prices with quotations on hogs butter creamery and eggs. Prices include cattle head counts, dairy markets, and grain notes. stock exchange rates and merchant quotes are shown, with references to Kansas City Produce Market and Christie Grain and Co. estimates.
Mickle Bros Grocery lists a wide range of canned goods produce and household items with prices. The ad promises best prices on all goods and delivery to any part of the city, inviting customers to call and visit.
In Rome Archbishop Chappelle met the Pope for about thirty minutes showing keen interest in the New Orleans diocese and related matters. He presented to the Pontiff 45 young Calens studying locally for the priesthood.
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