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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1902
Page
6
Fragmentary report describes a baby sale and an effective ceremony with morality and Christianity noted, mentions Great Bend and December planning, and references local organizational bids and figures. The text is garbled with many names unclear, but indicates civic interest in a permanent installation and related bids and permissions.
City Engineer McCabe vetoes Orchard Place compact excluding Martin & Dennis and Walnut Grove. He argues Walnut Grove wants sewer access, and excluding it risks leaving the low area unserved. The proposal envisions a combined main from Euclid to Thirteenth, with Walnut Grove possibly included to share costs, improving neighborhood drainage and property values.
The piece discusses vice presidential prospects in the Roosevelt era. It notes Governor Veo Sart as a West candidate, mentions Van Sant and Samad R. Van Sant erikener of Siren In turning ten minimal details. It references the Northern Pacific merger and railroads, the 1930s trust issue, and Van Sant’s Civil War service at about age 65.
Nov 12 Werbinston reports a tangle of political offers tied to the election of ex Secretary Alger. The young McMillan allegedly kept a private payroll showing payments to broken down politicians as a lever to secure support and safeguard future funds, while others questioned the influence and urged backing for a Detroit timberman. The fallout tests loyalties as money and influence collide with campaign aims.
A fragmented report notes a new union and local stance by the International Lidia of Fime and Cereat Mi Eeroleyes with charter members including Jim M. Wintep and Megedter. It mentions membership debates, wall defenses, and police involvement while outlining broader federation aims. The piece references workers, employers, and regional labor tensions amid uncertain leadership and recognition.
The Marshall band held its annual election with term ending, electing officers including president J. Kline and secretary J. Slants. Treasurer J. Slants was named, with director roles assigned to H. Smith and others. The event also noted a social gathering with refreshments following the vote.
British warships head to Hankow and Victoria as Chinese events unfold amid a tense sequence of insults and murders. The Erdem voyage to bankew and other vessels are ordered to proceed immediately.
The Prohibition gubernatorial candidate Emerson faced scrutiny over a $176 railroad fare. The report notes sparse campaign spending details and questions about travel justification. Warnings about expenditures and party honesty are implied, with limited corroborating statements from involved figures.
Sheridan Marple, age 50, fell from a platform into a driving wheel at a Rochester road stone crusher, northwest of the city, late Tuesday afternoon. His body was crushed before help arrived, and he died at the scene. He left a wife and child and had recently moved from North Topeka to manage his father’s business near the accident site.
A funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 2 o clock, with services at home. The coroner found the death the result of an unknown accident, with no blame attached to anyone.
Ernest Hoenshel topped the Elite bowling tournament last night with a 256 handicap five pins, as Acmes beat Towkas two games to one. Merton, Topeka's strongest bowler, was absent, affecting totals. top marks included nine straight strikes and one open frame in a brisk triangular event.
A New York Press report recounts Farnum and Halley’s circus return voyage aboard the Minneapolis from Dunkirk France. It highlights a parade of marvels including the Telescope Man Toddy Hamilton and other freaks, the Lion-Faced Man escape chase, and the cargo of elephants and exotic animals. The tale notes deaths aboard ship and the curious, sensational acts that thrilled first American crowds.
In North Topeka notes, Tecumseh resident J. M. Lydrie visits town while Miss Cora Noel returns to Valencia. Mrs. G. J. Rollette, the Keiter family, and others move houses or host visitors. Rev. J. S. Glendenning builds a conservatory, and a stockholders meeting at Western Woolen Mill declares a dividend. Mrs Courtney announces millinery sales at two stores and a sale on hats. Fire department responds to a blaze on Gordon Street, risk highlighting water pressure. Mr and Mrs Max Krauss plan a December trip to Minnesota and Germany. The period covers civic moves, sales, and a minor fire incident.
A fragmented report recalls Stt France Rules sold to the Putte Zoo and a dramatic aftermath. Ahen mates clashed and keepers intervened, Sease refused to vat, a formal burial followed for a creature named Trane. The scene mixes odd names with vivid, surreal imagery of the zoo.
A practical guide to organizing a kitchen with floor level placement, durable flooring like linoleum, a kitchener stove area, a spacious dresser, drying rail, good clock, slate, and plenty of tools. Emphasizes cleanliness, accessibility, and saving labor through thoughtful layout and affordable improvements.
The directions describe chilling beef tea in pewter pots or a deep basin with ice and salt for two minutes then stirring and beating the mixture for several minutes. Repeat this two to three times until the beverage is frozen and smooth, advised for patients unable to tolerate warm foods.
An incomplete OCR fragment notes a Michigan Central line train from Chicago to New York via Niagara Falls stopping at Buffalo at breakfast time. Mentions sleeping cars and general passenger service with terse, garbled wording.
The Tonttiah Fite bodice of Topeka announce a Scottish Rite reunion late in January while the legislature is in session to allow visiting politicians to receive degrees. A large class is expected and many applicants hope to attend, with details and dates forthcoming.
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