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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1900
Page
7
New York leader Payne predicts a busy winter session with several major bills. He notes progress on the Spooner bill and a potential reference to the Phil-Spinen proposal, while declining to forecast southern representation changes.
In Philadelphia on November 11 Rev Br Stuart the Gyptist clevevman faced charges of murdering his wife and causing the death of her infant. He was admitted to bail after a hearing in Wyom and was remanded to await further proceedings.
A scrambled report covers a personal jet journey and a fire incident, plus naval overhaul of the Stockton at Baltimore shipyard. Mentions a final speed trial date contingent on overhaul time and an appeals action in London involving railway surveillance authorities and church service workers.
Lexi Kentucky November 21 Charles Miles BE, a leading local merchant, was discovered dead on his rear porch today. Authorities report he had suffered a gunshot wound with unclear identification of the shooter. Further details awaited.
The Trans continental Passenger Association held its first regular meeting at the Chariton Hotel Charon James Chariton of Denver presiding. An emergency fund of 5000 dollars was ordered created for the needs and contingent expenses. Fy Le Bevington was elected secretary. It was expected that all roads West of St Louis and Chicago would become members. An auditing committee was appointed from Santa Fe Burlington and Colorado & Southern. The original articles were modified to meet changes.
A Santa Fe train plowed through a herd of cattle in Oklahoma, killing fifteen animals and damaging multiple merchandise cars. Conductor Quick and other trainmen were injured, but no crew members were fatally harmed. The wreck caused widespread damage to wagons and freight.
City officials threaten formal action if street paving by the Bar ber halt Paving Co is not finished by January 1. Kansas Avenue holes blamed on delays as city attorney says arrangements are in place to commence suit. Neighboring notices signal broad civic tension and potential court action over public works.
City Attorney Bird demands another assistant as council questions pay rolls and city staffing. A special three member committee was appointed to review vouchers and payrolls after a controversy sparked by a newspaper article alleging beyond ordinance staffing.
City council splits over the new liquor law with eight in favor and seven against. Critics warn it may fail in court and raise witness fees, while proponents push enforcement to curb joints and illegal sale. The ordinance bans sale of intoxicating liquors with limited medical and other exemptions and empowers the city marshal to shut down places selling illicitly.
Items intended for the into volume should be left with the Kimball Printing company at 2% Hansas avenue. Mr Malcolm James travels to Junction City. H Rhodes to Albany Missouri. will act as judge at a chicken show. William Reid, of Manhattan Milling Co., left for Manhattan. Mr James Lewis of Wood Oklahoma is also mentioned.
A historical critique arguing women deserve full rights in society and health. It extols bodily health as the path to beauty and power, condemns medical prejudice, and promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a remedy for female ailments. Includes testimonials from several named women endorsing the product.
Local notes report visits among residents including Mrs. J H Watts of Ten Gaines, Mrs Jones of Willard, and Mrs Henry Lodge of Jackson Street. Congressman Charles Curtis and Dorothy Curtis plan a Thanksgiving visit to Washington City. Community growth is highlighted with new foundations, homes, and the Auditorium’s impact on North Topeka, plus local trades and nurseries expanding activity.
At the council last night ordinances passed authorize half mill levy funds to be paid to the park board as collected. Bids for electric light wires poles and supplies from EM Reed Co C J Mauret W T Osborn Co Fort Wayne Electric Works and Overton Manufacturing were opened and referred for inspection. The city approved a sewer project between Lincoln and Lancaster. janitor services for Mrs Thorpe were arranged. Mayor Drew and officials discussed a speech by Congressman Curtis for a charity dinner but the plan was denied. The next meeting is scheduled for December with continued discussion on waterworks and other items.
For sale or trade items advertised between places near C. A. Huehle in Quincy. Items include an odor and wine mention with a good location. Monthly options and shares mentioned. Brown, Columbian Did. FA sis Muasee ee Institute of Aees.
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