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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1902
Page
5
The Topeka State Journal reports on national politics including comments on Senator Burton and the presidential race, labor movement figures like John Sillibell and Samuel Gompers, and election results in Shawnee County. It also covers October banking failures, corporate finance insights from Henry Clews, and broader economic trends.
Commentary debates harnessing Niagara and the Syquequanna for electric power spanning northern Maryland and beyond. It praises advances in electrical science, argues for state and federal support, and critiques diplomacy and government competence while weaving in social humor and public attitudes.
The piece surveys gender norms and public opinion, noting how popularity pressures shape behavior. It mocks double standards, criticizing women who avoid responsibilities and men who seek praise, while reflecting on aging, dress, and social scrutiny in a dated community context.
A fragment from the Philadelphia Record presents scattered musings on charity and decency. The text notes men giving to charity while facing personal trials and warns against hypocrisy, with a brief, suggestive dialogue about virtue and perception.
A garbled excerpt in a dated Chicago News voice mixes reflections on epitaphs and social roles with scattered phrases about women, men, and manners. The text weaves puzzling fragments about appearance, labor, and domestic expectations without a clear narrative or coherent events.
A condensed modern reflection on bachelors and society. The piece humorously notes that women understand men less as they age while suggesting men’s vanity and social expectations shape dating. It comments on weight perception and gender dynamics with irony.
Local items report Wilson and Gt Jetmore in the ey this afternoon. N Sobtt of Kenooefa visits briefly. Ald Walker of Holton seen in the city overnight. Crise, a noted politician, at Throop Sunday prebum. H Adams of Maple Hill in Topeka Monday night. Mrs Brown admitted with synboid fever at Stremont hospital. J L Dayhaft, state superintendent, in Topeka Monday night. Doctors Lew and Caldren discuss Frank Voeth charged with insanity. City Federation fundraiser postponed. Ordway and granddaughter en route from Denver. Ed Coon, Bell & Strattan host visitors. Siech of St. Louis spotted chestnut driving horses for $1,000 at St. Louis horse show. Election figures eyed by Williams. Bailey’s majority discussed. Court from Spencer to New York to take Brady testimony. Major and Mrs Gailey auction 20th at Salvation Army hall. Baby Gailey to sing. First M E church tea on Friday at Governor Stanley’s home. Dr Cristian lecture at New Crawford Theatre on beauty and culture. Mrs Louise Van Laer installed as housekeeper at Stormont hospital. role at hospital to oversee supplies, previously matron at Bethany college.
An elderly speaker at a county convention in Dayindure triggered a brief moment of confusion. Sara Walker rose to speak but the crowd pressured to keep voices concise while many attendees lamented literacy and expressed a desire to go to the legislature. The moment closed as plans for election day emerged and the crowd urged unity and action.
Weber, a leading Republican candidate for mayor, withdraws amid intra-party doubts and ward dynamics. Friends say he cannot win the nomination or carry his own ward, while supporters argue the withdrawal was not his choice, fueling speculation about party strategy and the race’s remaining contenders.
Washington Nev November reports Sen Harris of Kansas warns that if the $40,000,000 Panama Canal appropriation is not used by March 4, or negotiations linger, a new law must be enacted. He notes treaty ratification by Colombia and the United States is unlikely before Congress ends, questioning whether funds can be lawfully spent after year’s end.
Los Angeles Nov 1 A report notes railway brotherhoods in Western lines consider increased wages. President Ripley of the Santa Fe states no formal demand yet. talks aim to resolve differences amicably. Some caution about possible trouble but confidence remains that disputes will not escalate beyond reason.
Tumbling early trading in New York shows a broad market slide with declines across major industrials and rail groups. Notable names like General Electric and Lackawanna declined while transportation and copper shares fluctuated as investors reevaluated positions.
The Weary Wille troupe fled Topeka after an attachment on manager Jink Heanett by Sheriff Williams over a $100 bill claim from Nationals’ Engraving of Chicago. The company and Bennett denied ownership of trunks props and costumes, appealing before Judge Hagen and then departing town.
Washington reports friction as Senator Uritehard of North Carolina and Prose Mont Roceevelt engage in negotiations over a Republican stance in the wake of a recent party convention. Postmaster General Payne criticizes internal issues while Alabama developments hint the president stands firm.
The article discusses a presidential approach prioritizing trust regulation over tariff reform, aiming to use judicial tools to probe and punish antitrust violators. It notes a preference to study tariff issues later with expert commissions, delaying broader policy for at least a year. It also cites treasurer remarks on government bank deposits and Treasury plans amid market pressures and liquidity concerns.
From Topeka came President Ap A sidoudenfit and Meher Centrad who will stay as heaters for ay leral Anya. Reobiinaont wae ulte MMe Tope tnt and entirely recoversd. His tfice is Seented on the seventh Toor the Banke for Commerce building. The chairman HF, says Victor will be in New York and no arate tone Mireeture fay yet been bent at the Bt Lave. Officers. Mr. Rolvnsor is stopping at the Souther.
In Abilene Kansas on November 11 two men were detained after allegedly blowing open a safe at the Inland depot and suspected of robbing a nearby timber barn. They were brought here for questioning and held pending further investigation.
Disjointed text suggests Curtis seeks Cannons seat in Wisconsin for speaker position. Mentions Danville and hexing to back plows and coeds, unclear framing of race and duties. No clear outcomes or dates.
Reports say there is no material change in Yates condition today despite a rising temperature noted by attending physicians. He spent the night restlessly, with temperature recorded at 102 degrees, a possible sign of a developing change in his health.
A fragmented New York Navy report notes concerns about a new river bridge structure. Contractors report progress on the rosemt set and cabins, but the text is incomplete. No clear outcomes or dates are provided.
A fragmentary notice hints at a stage season with Palmer and Wick An green as cast names. It mentions Samer and Tom Totdet, Fay Deris and Hilde Spore in leading roles with Wm Faversham starring.
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