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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1901
Page
2
In a reflective Topeka State Journal item from the era, the piece discusses polling machines, party politics, and national concerns. It notes the press’s wire reporting from Associated Press, comments on the president’s stance toward Asia and China, and critiques on election secrecy and ballot machines. The text references figures like Van Wyck and mentions opera in Kansas City.
The article analyzes three territories seeking statehood and notes New Mexico and Arizona leanings. It cites historic election results showing Democratic strength in Arizona and Republican dominance in New Mexico and Oklahoma like territories. It discusses possible party outcomes for senators and electoral votes if territories join as states.
A fragmentary upbeat notes sheet from Atchison describing Saturday crowd observations and local quirks. It mentions fashion, modest social rituals, and humorous vignettes about townsfolk. References include McKinley era grief and a grocer lamenting dull sales in Kansas City.
Fragmentary paragraphs present a satirical exchange about marriage and aging. Quaker reflections mingle with sketches of cynicism and social banter. The dialogue references a cynical bachelor and the idea of discretion, with various lines hinting at opinions on wives, husbands, and the pleasures of life.
In the nearing end of term for district judges not reappointed by Governor Stanley, Judge William Thomson of the Thirty-army district appears ready to resist giving up his seat. He has discussed the matter with McBride, Andrews, and Geiger, signaling a potential contest that could lead to quo warranto proceedings to oust him.
New York reports that American Automobile Club of America plans a national governing body for competition events. George F. Chamberlain chairs the law committee. A. F. Shatfack is newly elected president. Members Keene and Vanderbilt have entered, with Henri Fournier likely to race in Paris. American-built cars expected to compete in Vienna in June.
Excerpted fare list shows varied excursion prices from Santa Fe Health Resort to destinations including Phoenix Ariz and San Antero Texas with round trips and return validity. Rates quoted are inconsistent and appear partially garbled with several misreads, but indicate multiple regional offerings and a note to inquire for full details.
Kansas City Kansas hosts Group No 1 bankers for three sessions of the Kansas Bankers association convention. Myron A Waterman delivers welcome. remarks by Commissioner Albaugh. Banquet planned. trains timed for arrivals and departures. Program includes morning, afternoon, and evening addresses on banking topics with leaders from state banks and national associations.
Blue Rapids nov 2 a report says a gypsum trust formed with local plaster mills as partners but not finalized several conditions remain unfulfilled The town’s gypsum beds near Blue Rapids first produced plaster in the 1870s and Marshall County history notes early operations The source claims abundant inexhaustible deposits water power and potential electricity from the trust to boost industry and fuel growth for Blue Rapids Concordia and Wellington notes on dry laws and post office status follow.
Receipts at this office exceed 11300 while profits top 36700 with Winfield earning 5000 from business operations over 715000. Other cities remain below these figures in the preliminary tally.
Hutchinson Kansas report states Sheriff Aldrich identified the body of Charles M Kinney, described as a robber killed after a Monday debt incident. Kinney, once suspected of crookedness, left behind a refined wife and three children in Larned. Body shipped to Larned that night. Also notes a Salina marriage: Suzan V Nickles wed Harry Alton of Oklahoma City, with details on family and employer.
Clyde Moore, 18, charged with murdering C. L. Wildberger, a wealthy local farmer, was committed to jail by District Judge McBridé after posting $800 bond. Due to jail crowding he was moved to Wellington for safekeeping until the December 2 trial.
Coffeyville November 21 The Commercial Club met last night and elected officers for the coming term. Vice president Dr W C Hall secretary W H Shepard treasurer C Mo.
The Topeka horseman Bradbury sold his 3-year-old filly Maxine to D. Ridder of Loutavilis for $2. The Horse Show Monthly notes the sale and also reports M A Low’s trotters Chava by Silverthrone and Torreone by Ashland Wilkes were returned to the Horton farm after successful campaigns through Nebraska and Missouri, earning prize money.
A guest minister Mr Kearns preaches with clear, concise delivery and deep gospel depth at Flext Presbyterian Church. Mr Coultes leads song services with notable voice and moving hymn solos, drawing in larger crowds. Tonight he will preach “Nearness to the Kingdom is Not In the Kingdom.” Meetings continue next week.
J. H. Wright of the Santa Fe freight office is appointed agent at Lyndon succeeding J. C. Connoughton who moves to the Santa Fe freight department as revising clerk.
George Hungate was arrested today by Marshal Stonestreet for interfering with an officer while serving civil papers in a divorce case. He allegedly assaulted Deputy Sheriff W H Williams as the officer attempted to serve papers at Hungate’s residence, with Hungate throwing stones and resisting. The report also notes unrelated weather forecast fragments and stray temperature readings.
An ad highlights indigestion as overcrowded stomachs cause ill health and skin issues. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepaliv and Herb Laxative as instant relief for dyspepsia constipation and related ailments, with a small booklet offered if mentioned.
Thomas L. Ross a veteran Topeka real estate dealer aged nearly 77 credits Kadol Dyspepsia Cure for relief from chronic indigestion. He and his wife Lydia report restored appetite and comfort after using Kadol per druggist recommendation. Notary A. A. Majors attests the testimonial dated November 15, 1901 in Topeka Kansas.
Nov 21 report from Troy Tennessee says robbers entered the Bank of Troy and were driven off by citizens. They dropped silver packages with about 1200 dollars and other valuables. a posse with bloodhounds pursues. The exact loss is unknown but believed small.
Irvine Kentucky November 21 Judges failed to reach a decision in the National fox hunt. The all aged hound stake started this morning on the Hamilton farm where last year’s great race occurred. The Walkers duck Chinn and other famed hunters entered, promising good sport with a fine attendance.
A blaze at the Whitney Grand Opera House in Detroit caused about 10,000 in damage before noon today. The theater, owned by Stephen A. Baldwin and operated by BB. D. Star, was insured.
Judge Hazen opens district court to untangle a nine year split in New Hope Primitive Baptist Church, colored, Tennesseetown. Fractious factions claim the original church property after a March riot, police called, as judge seeks rightful ownership.
Cora E. Smith files for divorce from Frank E. Smith in district court today alleging threats to kill, prior cruelty, and assault. Married in Des Moines in 1851, they have six children. She seeks a divorce and a restraining order to bar him from bothering her and her horse that she owns.
Justice A H Ellis has recovered from pneumonia and returned to Topeka to resume duties in the supreme court He plans to find a winter residence and will bring Mrs Ellis and his son to Topeka as he settles in For several weeks he stayed at his brother’s home in Kansas City and then Helon now seeks suitable lodgings while continuing his post in the state judiciary Meanwhile a local tale of an attempted convict chase ends with a man found asleep in a Berryton bed by Richland constables who tracked a bloodhound and questioned the trail.
Assistant Secretary Hackett releases the annual navy report noting Guam and Tutuila under naval oversight. It cites $63,200 in tax revenue last year funding roads, bridges and schools, plus education, roads and water supply as top priorities.
New York reports that President Roosevelt quietly nominated Senator Stranahan of New York to be George St. Bidwell’s successor as collector of the port without Secretary Gage’s knowledge. Stranahan, who had accepted the post, was in Washington for talks when the news leaked, leaving Gage stunned and prompting cabinet speculation about his future.
Frank Zinghelm president of a To peka Desiceating company suffered a deep scalp wound after rising in a shaft under projecting pipes. He forgot the pipes, struck his head, and although injured he drove to town unaided for treatment.
Nov 2 reports say the Duncansville post office in Blair County was broken into and dynamited open. The robbers stole stamps money money orders and curb stamps valued at a likely large sum. A new Philadelphia postmaster Clayton McMichael is announced at the White House to succeed Hicks upon term creation.
The Rev. D. M. Fisk has engagements to lecture next week at Colby Wa Keeney and Hoxie. The Crittenden Mission executive board will meet tomorrow at 2 PM In the MC A room. D. W. Fox of Topeka is critically ill at home. A letter from Dr. George A. Cates says he will preach farewell in Cheyenne next Sunday and depart for Pomona Cal with B in on Monday for about three days. Washburn trustees weigh Gates presidency amid doubts. An ad urges Satin Skin Cream and Wood's Pine Syrup for colds and skin.
Nov 21 reports the Wallace's circus winter quarters burned today. Fire began in the elephant house a barnlike structure and spread rapidly trapping animals and forcing frantic escapes by employees. The animals were reportedly frightened and many suffered as the structure was destroyed.
Nov 21 report from Holland states Ita Lagoti Wilhelsman has not left her room and remains weak. Medical care continues and rent is needed. The queen is anticipated to return to The Hague within a month.
Berlin reports a municipal committee capitulated to Austrian and imperial pressure by voting to support alterations in the Linden controversy. In New York the American Tollsincom pany absorbed H. McAlpin Co for plants and machinery, with purchase details announced. Mrs. Sarah Buckingham Beecher, widow of the brother of Henry Ward Beecher, died at 84 in Hillshore Ohio after years there. Thanksgiving Sale offers a 20 percent discount at Mrs Elder, 6 Kansas Avenue.
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