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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1902
Page
6
A garbled OCR text discusses Krupp and wartime production, with mentions of contributions, wages, disabilities, and political pressure. It references workers, papers, and various names in a chaotic, unclear narrative about industry, economics, and control during a tense period.
A historical blotter note reports a consumoptive man named Meout Hollis allegedly ending his life with a revolver at his home after bouts of illness. The fragmentary account mentions medical intervention attempts and a later restraining or discharge at a New York residence, with unclear timing and authorities.
A revived talk of minting a 20 cent piece draws treasury opposition. Officials warn the public that a two fifths of a cent or similar fractional coin would be unpopular amid the nation’s evolving economy. The discussion reflects broader concerns about coinage value and production costs.
Ching November 25 reports Volavareen age 16 involved in a romancing scandal after stealing a horse and arrest, with sensational accusations and stressed remarks about writers and life. The piece mixes chaotic dialogue and confessional tone as it hints at broader intrigue.
A cyclist from Mikton Massachusetts raced along a rail line from Port Depewit to Frenchtown beside the Susquehanna River. He traveled over three miles on a narrow cinder path as trucks and trains loomed. He dodged cuts and frequent wheels in danger of being crushed. The engine neared and he narrowly avoided a deadly fall into the river.
A fragment from a Clinton County report describes a brickmaker, Rupert, from Resets Creek, whose heart on the right side prompted medical examiners at a Clinton County Medical Society meeting to deem the condition a freak. The piece mentions physicians and a transfer of examination, with unclear sequence of events and dates.
A Northwestire University professor, addressing a lecture on proper conduct, labeled the phrase "great heavens" as profanity. The audience reacted with mixed amusement and some indignation, and the incident sparked debate on university speech standards and decorum.
Fragmented obituary notes report Mire St Dp of San Jose died amid asthma and complications at 16 in Toneka near West Tenth Street. Mrs Reus, formerly Edna Calkins of Denver, and others connected to Toneka and California are mentioned. A separate Pa report notes a father in Shenwadoat confessed to harming his infant daughter amid a strike related distress.
In Norretown Pennsylvania on November 2 a dean of education refused to take part of an authors meeting. Chairman Zimmerman urged restraint. Zimmerman abandoned a plan to walk with companions to defend the rights of a writer. A local observer notes that great men often bear strained expressions and that yesterday’s actions hint at a complex stance on education policy.
Ottawa faced Washburn in the annual Thanksgiving clash with odds favoring the visitors after lineup changes. Reports cite Washburn’s stronger line with key players like Clarke and Donahue, while Ottawa’s depth and speed sparked questions about matchup outcomes and crowd plans for the big town gridiron battle.
A large turnout attended the Topeka Whist Club event with Judge Hook of Leavenworth, Harold Robinson of Galveston, and Dr Howlett of Kansas City among visitors. The club adopted a resolution against intra tournament changes as scores from the North and South match were recorded.
The state charter board will reinstate Koen Lake & Irrigation of Kanns and allow it to have its charter again after a hearing. Erick Cole of Great Bend acted as secretary and lawyer for the reorganized company while Judge Cole represented directors and creditors. The board said the failure to file a report stemmed from a misunderstanding and the company may continue business when complying with state law.
The reform school north of the city plans a 3 PM Thanksgiving service led by Rev McKirahen with Prof. Shumway directing singing. After the service, a dry parade will proceed on the grounds as the shops open for visitors to inspect the boys’ work. Public invited.
A fragmented letter describes a man and a woman, with hints of convicts and a suspect, while praising a cough remedy reputedly popular in neighborhoods. The text mixes violent implications with household medical advice and mentions a syrup for croup as a quick relief.
A report details a woman suffering severe facial swelling and inflammation from a mysterious illness. After attempting various remedies, a claimed mystic cure allegedly restores her ability to walk and relieved intense pain. The article includes travel notes about the Golden State Limited schedule from Topeka to New York with times and fare.
Honolulu dispatch reports the dredge working on Pearl Harbor entrance sank at the bottom in heavy seas and high winds. The failure follows repeated notes that the dredging channel has proven inadequate and hampered by tides and currents under U S appropriation. The grand jury in the first circuit indicts William FE Wright, territorial treasurer, for embezzlement of public funds, with other cases under review.
William Sells of Sells & Downs returns from New York after negotiating for two elephants a tiger and zebra for the menagerie. The animals will ship to Topeka by week’s end. Work begins December 1 to remodel show equipment including wagons harness and canvas. A barn will be erected on the State Fair grounds near Firmhall for actors. About 49 more horses are expected to be shipped later winter for next year’s show.
Wasting won and Quesada informed the White House that a cablegram from the Cuban government at Havana confirmed that reciprocity treaty negotiations were proceeding satisfactorily. A copy of the cablegram was sent to Secretary Hay amid other routine notes. Feathers and beater prices are listed for Morrison's store next to the Nasional.
Thanksgiving day tickets on sale November 30 to December 2 with a special train returning at 11:20 PM. City and Santa Fe lines promote travel, urging riders to attend holiday events. notices mention schedules and prices for the round trip to Kansas City.
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