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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1902

Page

2

May Orman Denies Clemency for Cobebrake City Trio

The Cobebrake City three men convicted of keeping mumbling oukem face a thirty day sentence in jail after Governor Orman denies clemency. Judge Lanate Cunningham at Crouse ty handed down the sentence amid strong moral victory rhetoric from officials. Local officials and friends defended the verdict while stressing the need for public order and decency.

Mrt Anil Lanate Cunningham Crouse Ty Emma

Petition Voices Against Pardoning The Men

Men pressed petitions in Colorado for clemency, led by J F Slocum. They presented six names and urged governor not to grant pardons, arguing for good government and condemning past thievery. The speaker asserted he had examined all petitions and remained convinced clemency was undeserved.

J. F. Slocum Colorado Collegi Comaulos

Cody opens Hotel Irma and announces engagement

At Buffalo Bill’s hotel in Cody Wyoming on November 21, the Hotel Irma dedicated to Miss Irma Cody opened with 007 guests from across the West. Con Cody announced the engagement of Miss Irma Cody to Lieut Charles Armstrong, a Philippine War veteran, with notable attendees including Governor Savage of Nebraska and Col Frank Powell. The hotel rises in granite and red stone amid Big Horn mountains near Yellowstone, featuring Remington and Gilbert decorations and a portrait of General Miles.

Col Cody Cody Wye Hotel Irma Con Buffain Rit Mnont Nim Mies Irma Cody Vel Cody Mix Irma Weet Horth Irma Cody Charles Armstrong J. S. Sovuiry Philippines Col. Cady Governor Savage Nebraska Frank Powell St. Paul Minn Lieut Scott Fort McKennie

Roosevelt Avoids Auto Ride Was Horseback Preference Highlighted

Washington ten days before Roosevelt left the capital a friend urged him to try an automobile. He refused, saying he never rode in a horseless carriage and did not think he would experiment. Roosevelt favors horseback riding, inspiring local pride among youths who boast that such equestrianism is seen only in Botter Row London outside the American capital. Mish Alice Roosevelt is praised as a graceful fearless rider though she skipped winter riding.

Washington Roosevelt Botter Row London Alice Roonevelt Ding

Teachers Join Organized Labor In Chicago Union

Delegates from Chicago school teachers federation joined the Chicago Federation of Labor as public school educators became part of the organized labor movement. James J. Linehan of the Carpenters Union called unification the most advanced step in twenty years and addressed fears that joining would force teachers to strike.

Chicago Organized Labor Teachers’ Federation Chicago Federation of Labor Organized Labor Movement James J. Linehan Carpenters’ Union Haveen

Ashes of Columbus Seville Transfer amid Solemn Ceremony

In Seville during November the ashes of Columbus were moved from the cathedral after the American occupation and transferred to a special mausoleum. The procession included archbishop and marine minister among naval and civil dignitaries. Witnesses called the event miraculous as mourners filed past.

Seville Marans Mauroleum Marine Natal

Mrs Nation at the Horse Show Nabs a Bottle in Café Scene

Mrs Currie Nation created a stir at a New York horse show by denouncing overdressing in front of the Vanderbilt box and later seizing a wine bottle in the cafe and telling men their attire was shameful. Police removed her after she challenged partygoers and clashed with staff and attendees.

New York Currie Neton Nation Vanderbilt Alfred G. Vanderbilt Reginald Vanderbit Miss Nicholson Mrs Nation Mrs. Nation Panie Arn. Nation Ien

Pulpit falls as pastor resigns at Old Bushwick Church

New York reports the Old Bushwick Reformed Church in Brooklyn faced declining membership after pastor Rev. James C. Hume resigned following a controversial sermon on hosiery. The Humboldt and Conselyon streets church, established in 164, era of growth, now sees a markedly reduced audience at morning services.

New York Old Bushwick Reformed Church Brooklyn James C. Hume Bushwick Humboldt and Conselyon Streets Long Island

Dyspepsia Cure Promoted By Tablets Claim

An advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal digestion aid that rests the stomach, digests food regardless of stomach condition, and promises lasting relief from dyspepsia. It warns against dieting extremes and bitters, urging regular meals and pre and post meal use for best results. The copy asserts tablets digest meat and eggs even when stomach activity is inactive.

Stuart Biuart

Easter sermon sparks church division over hosiery

A pastor’s sermon on feminine stockings divides a congregation at Hume bes, angering many women and prompting some to stay away. Conflicts rise as men argue over the critique and its impact on church unity.

Hume H Faley Joneth Hess

Gage in Elevated Train Altercation With Banker

Seaman J Gage once secretary of the treasury faced a tall well dressed man on a Sixth Avenue elevated car in New York. The elbow jabbed and hat flew as the two exchanged sharp retorts. Gage defended himself with a rolled umbrella and the scene ended with both men disembarking at Rector Street amid taunts from bystanders.

New York Seaman J. Gage the Treaury Gage Pittr Mr. Gage Mr Gage Rector Stront

Blind Chaplain to Quit in Senate and House

Washington November 21 reports Rev Dr Milburn the Senate chaplain plans to resign. The House blind chaplain Rev Dr Couden is urged by friends to seek the post. The Hog combine is mentioned in speculation amid partisan talk.

Washington Milburn Senate Congress Couden House

Whittingehame Home of Prime Minister Balfour

A sketch of Balfour’s Scottish residence Whittingehame in East Lothian. The article describes the plain, comfortable pale sandstone house set among greenery, with turrets absent, and details the study where Balfour conducts business, reads, and writes music. It notes Kipling, British Golf, and various books filling the shelves, plus a marble hearth and Raphael artwork in view. Balfour’s room opens from this study.

England Whittingehame East Lothian Arthur Balfour Balfour Messiale Horace Hutchinson Ike Philsiphy Histors Massies Raphael Mr. Balfour

Pyramid Pile Cure Promoted By Canton Printer

A testimonial advocates Pyramid Pile Cure claiming cure for all forms of piles after long suffering. The letter from William Lichtenwalter of Canton Ohio endorses the remedy and offers postal payment arrangements, stating the cure improved his rectum and he remains free of piles for years. The promotion notes the product costs fifty cents a package and is mailed from Pyramid Fire Cure Co Marshall Michigan.

Wm. Lichtenwalter Jarkert Canton Ohio Pyramid Ae. Co Marshall, Mich

Portrait of The Good Lady Blanche In A Scottish Hearth Scene

A smi painting titled Race Home hangs above a bed as a mother reads to her son. The likeness of a statesman's mother is described with dark eyes and a strong yet sensitive mouth. Locals nickname her “The good Lady Blanche.” Edinburgh Scotsam

Almple Blanche Hidinburgh Amam

WILL TACKLE THE TRUSTS IN COMING SESSION

Washington November discussion opens with Mr Hit enid stating the trust question will receive serious attention this short session. He notes the tariff commission could be appointed and recalls 1882 work as groundwork for later tariff legislation. The Republican trend will shape future action on the trust issue and tariff debates.

Washington House Committee On Foreign Affairs Hit Enid Congress

Haymakers in Central Park Turn November into Summer

New York November 11 record day as haymowers and park workers forage the meadow west of Fifth Avenue near the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The grass grows tall and cutting proves difficult but yields a large harvest for the late season.

New York Central Park Park Department Fifth Avenue Metropolitan Museum of Art Eighty -Sixth Street

Early talk of candidates and a volatile race

Fragmentary dialogue reveals candidates discussed for a forthcoming election, with bets, intimidation, and possible party maneuvering. Vague threats and shifting loyalties hint at a heated contest and attempts to sway outcomes.

Holden Bluesman Sees Local Teashop Feud In Lone Pine

Report from Lone Pine describes Jim Holden blamed for drunken behavior in Cedar Valley while locals discuss his supposed state. Witnesses note Holden was found at a hovel after attempting to dine and gamble in town.

Lone Pine Holden Cedar Valley Jim Holden

Vague OCR Note on Legal Case and Incidents

Fragmentary report mentions a decision reserved and a lawsuit over ownership at a university site. References to a person named Becksion and to a dog or lab event appear, but details are unclear. The text is incomplete and lacks verifiable facts or outcomes.

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