13 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1902
Page
1
The article describes a presidential trip through the South with stops in Pennsylvania Ohio and Kentucky and includes a talk to children. It references Mississippi and internal travel, public events and a marked focus on juvenile education and civic topics. The piece mentions poems and a train stop where officials read and discuss current affairs and a potential presidential speech style.
A garbled 19th century dispatch follows a presidential reception and a cross country journey. The text references Loucierite Vane, national figures, and a demonstration near Cincinnati, with security and city officials cited. It notes a return trip through Philadelphia, New York, and Washington, touching on public sentiment and political atmosphere.
The president, amid a large crowd, pauses to acknowledge engineers and railroad men before boarding the car, with Secret Service and local detectives in attendance. He exchanges words with Chief Eileteh and is seen shaking hands and greeting those along the platform before the train pulls away.
Cambridge police probe the late 19th century murder of Miss Clara A. Morton. George L O Perry, charged with the slaying, is linked to a chain found on his sweetheart and identified as Miss McPhee. Private marks and jeweler testimony tie Perry to the victim. Investigators describe bloodstained clothing and a possible suspect, a young Black man named Jenkins, seen near the crime scene.
Washburn faculty disqualifies quarterback Worsley as amateur, forbids intercollegiate football participation. He may play in non intercollegiate games under president’s agreement but must remain out of key Ottawa and five other games, ending his eligibility for the season.
In city political circles word spreads that Republicans plan a spring delegate convention to nominate party officers. The shift from a primary system would bar women city residents from influencing nominations, as central committee members would control the process.
A fragment reports the county clerk’s office mentions Thanot mevanit books remaining on record under the name John Henrietty though Hen retta has not appeared in Topeke for years. It notes a registered pharm and a 46 645 Viner entry, with Bede not currently located at Ve store.
A disputed action or debate is traced to Harvard University where President Charles W. Eliot is cited as the final reference point. The reference implicates ongoing controversy around institutional leadership and policy direction at Cambridge.
Six hundred delegates gather for the twenty-second AFL convention at the New Orleans Gold Palace. President Gompers responds to remarks by local leader Robert E. Lee, addressing aims of the labor movement amid credential deliberations and inter-union tensions including carpenters and longshoremen.
A dispatch from Tetuan reports One Tabyte tribesmen in revolt with a body of Tetuanites fears and flight from the town. Rebels encamp near Samven, halting trade. Madeid notes the Tetuan position as not grave. In Gibraltar the Furious Protos and Prometheus sail for Tetuan.
In Topeka reports name several Sixth district Republican hopefuls including F M Lockard of Norton Chan Perdge Beloit C W Lanfe Osborne John Q Royce and John Thomis of Phillip yaps T M McGan Colby Cy Anderson Rawlink Ty Moyer Landis and their rivalries focus on senatorial benefits and wind tests Governor Stanley is urged to meet with Lockard Anderson and others while McGonial seeks allies to explain why they should win the nomination John Royce is noted as former Congressman Reeders associate with the Fifth District group
The fragment discusses uncertain senatorial questions and district sentiment. It mentions Boyer Landis and possible legislative actions, with references to opinions from Long and Curtis and unnamed members. The text notes mixed commitments and no clear intention to attend or vote.
A major blaze in Olyphant, six miles from Scranton, destroyed an entire business block after a tank exploded at Atherton's department store. Buildings fell to ashes in a rapid, shocking fire as residents scrambled to aid.
Nov 1 dispatch reports the first American fatalities from the Panama revolt. One American crewman died aboard the Desoto while two revolutionary schooners, the Bogota and Chucuite, were destroyed after engaging shore defenses. An American armorer Richard Kane of Washington was killed, and Lt. Walker wounded. The Helvetia was captured. debris suggests heavy fighting along the beach with several rebels killed. Gunners name J Cros of Cedar Rapids among the wounded. Kane and others are to receive military honors.
Two hundred fifty_me workers walked out at the Mechanical Rubber Company controlled by the rubber trust. Pickets from the Morgan and Wright factory surrounded the plant, deterring employees from returning to work. Company officials claimed no grievance and blamed intimidation by the rival plant’s pickets. In Kalispell Montana, Great Northern searches for Superintendent Exon continue with eleven men assigned to a ten day effort. Port au Prince authorities report street fighting on November 4 and 5 with no confirmed casualties aboard the Dutch steamer Prins Willem III.
Managua reports President Zelaya issued a decree ordering Nicaragua’s seaports quarantined to prevent yellow fever spread from Colon Colombia Bocas del Toro Calombis and Port Limon Costa Rica. The dispatch also lists temperature readings from several U S cities including New York 58 Boston 28 Philadelphia 66 Washington 48.
Weather note from Chicago dated November 13 forecasts possible showers and cooler in the southeast this afternoon and tonight. Friday expected to be fair and warmer with northerly winds becoming fair.
City officials argue Vinewood railway is using bricks and other paving materials torn up from streets to pave its right of way. City Attorney Spencer says the bricks belong to the city. Vinewood claims McCabe granted permission. Street Commissioner Griggs and Mayor Parker plan action to stop further use and recover material.
Odd $400 million meeting of stockholders and directors of the Northern Securities Company. Three officials and a clerk attended in Jersey City. Colonel W. F. Clough presiding as president. Minutes approved. Directors named for three years. Major stock represented. News notes include highway robbery defense and Jefferson Davis monument society discussions.
The document proposes changing convention meetings from annual to biennial, replacing frequent reports from multiple divisions and consuming much of the forenoon. The move aims to streamline governance and reduce routine reporting burdens across divisions.
News notes that 400 to 450 switchmen in Santa Fe yards from Chicago to Albuquerque plan wage increases and shorter hours. They cite rising living costs and heavier duties due to larger cars and trains. Proposed raise likely 5 to 7 cents per hour with a goal to cut workday to eight or nine hours starting January 1.
A report from Leavenworth notes Mayor Parker may need his left eye removed due to long term damage. He wore a dark bandage at a recent meeting and described a childhood injury from a knife that damaged the eyeball, with years of gradual decay and recurrent inflammation.
Secretary Hay informed the Navy Department that conditions on the Isthmus of Panama have improved to a favorable phase. He did not order withdrawal but indicated sailors and marines guarding terminals and the railway may be disposed of as the Navy sees fit. Expect withdrawal from ships Wisconsin and Panther soon.
Observer reports a sharp cold front entering Topeka with a forecast of mixed weather turning stormy. Minimums in the northwestern region dip near or below freezing as rains and heavier precipitation are expected between the 22nd and 25th. A separate entry notes Mrs Norm Rudy jumping into a lake after a quarrel, while her diamonds remained on shore.
Berlin reports the Reichstag adopted a retaliatory tariff paragraph by 192 to 71 to authorize government reprisal against nations discriminating against German foods. Debates cited U S customs practices and alleged favoritism toward trusts, with officials accused of undervaluing goods to aid American interests. The ministry plans to press the tariff bill despite opposition and will seek a five year extension of existing treaties only after finance measures pass.
Manila reports a sharp drop in silver prices forcing a $2.00 Mexican rate for 31 gold. The government fears silver losses and currency instability. Civil commission members and commercial interests prepare arguments to Congress for a non-fungible Philippine currency.
See full page ad in this issue of the Journal for many items of great interest this season with merchandise offered at attractive prices.
A promotional note announces welcome sale prices now available at the store’s enlarged location encouraging customers to visit and take advantage of the reasonable deals.
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