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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1900
Page
7
A garbled New York World article recounts a story of Teddy Roosevelt's war horse kept in a Water Street shanty. The tale places the horse amid crowds, auctions, and rumor, noting a public fascination with the animal and Roosevelt’s fame.
Tonight the committees will hear reports as illness affects Major T J Afierssc. Meeting details and refreshments are arranged by the Commercial District Rotary group. The event will open in the afternoon at 4 o clock with committee members presenting updates.
An incomplete text discusses awaiting the legislature and a possible display on the state house lawn. It mentions securing petitions and a committee member named Geller and references Santa Pe and capital stacks. The fragment lacks clear action or dates.
A letter from William Sloane of York, secretary of the Admiral Philip Benefit Fund, asks Mayor Drew to take charge of the fund in this city. The plan is to raise $250,000 for a trust of $100,000 to provide Mrs. Philip a pension and support. The fund would benefit the Latera' Pin Home in Brooklyn after Mrs Philip’s life ends. The report notes Mrs Philip has a pension of £9 monthly. The weather section reports a wind from the southwest at 16 mph, with temperatures about 42 high and 25 low.
Judge Hook opened court this afternoon in the senate chamber amid ongoing repairs in the Dissidiey area. Regular sessions of the United States district court will proceed despite the partial shutdown. Local street work continues on Pittenth street from Monroe to the Gastonia area, affecting access.
The Chicago Yacht Club plans a defender for Canada's Cup, uniting eastern design skill with modern equipment. Key figures George Pypcoo, Benjamin Carpenter, and Morris Duan lead efforts, aiming to begin construction in Lake Michigan with a May 1 deadline amid unsettled design choices and Royal Canadian Cup context.
Native Space and Chinese students at the University of California formed an organization named the Oriental Union. Led by Fre John Pryne and C. Grstikn, the group aims to extend among U.S. colleges, promote intellectual and cultural exchange, and foster better understanding between Orientals and Occidentals.
The largest Santa Fe locomotive built at Topeka shops, no. 9, was completed and given a trial run Saturday. Engineer Amos Beeler and Fireman Hub McNewley piloted the giant to Spencer and back, weighing about 100 tons with a boiler of large capacity. It sits in the roundhouse, its nose overhanging the track, a point of pride for Topeka’s engine builders.
CL Short leaves role as tram master and returns to passenger run on the Buz to Kansas City. Harry Griffin replaces him on the St Jos branch while J W Lemon departs to Grifin. Griffin slated for a future California Limited assignment.
Deacon Sloan of Zion Church will speak at Grand Opera House on Friday, discussing the power of God for spirit and soul. The event includes a stereoptical exhibition and personal interviews, with the venue at Clay Street. November details and admission listed as $9.
Probate Judge Morrison has received letters from people offering services in detail of his daughter. A Kansas hypnotist offers to exert powers over the presiding jury for a stipulated sum, aiming to influence the jury for the defendant. The judge has ignored the letters.
Detectives probe an attempted assassination on T. N. Coffer, attorney of Charleston Illinois, after an infernal machine packed with explosive powder was found. Suspects, including a man near Aurora, are shadowed. case may yield a culprit within a week. Coffer’s ailing mother faces a grave strain from the attack.
A mixed local update notes cases of illness and legal trouble, street work starting on Piercy street, a 14 year old charged with throwing rocks at a grocery, diphtheria reported to the sanitary department, and various transportation and civil notices. Residents affected include Mrs J R White, Mrs C M Hines, and Mr Engie. Santa Fe engine No 50 is sidelined for winter as firemen advertise trains and crews. other items mention a home visit, a mistaken journal report, and a bridge incident with a mail carrier.
In a small German town, two companions named Sheesesly Mir and Mim Woetsal fell ill with typhoid fever on the same day. Their bond led the doctor to place them in the same chamber, where they both died, unable to be separated. The tragedy reflects the harsh toll of disease and the fate of those who sought new lives across the sea toward America.
Gress, Nov 23. George Clarke of Pemberville wears a watch fashioned from a piece of his skull. Four years ago he was struck by a falling iron wheel while repairing a well, fracturing the skull and requiring a heals guard from the same fragment.
Governor Stanley will remain in Topeka from Sunday through Wednesday for Thanksgiving at home. He will not return to the office until after the Thanksgiving vacation.
State board of canvassers will meet at 6 pm at the secretary of state's office to canvass election returns. Officials expect no immediate announcements on mass jitters or legislature results, with soldier ballots possibly affecting timing and corrections to legislators' listings anticipated. The board favors withholding official results until the soldier vote is reported. Milwaukee man nearly cremates body in coffin. flames spread as funeral worker's lead candle ignites straw lining.
Galveston Deep Water committee urges government support to restore the station and dredge the harbor to admit cheap sea vessels. The secretary asked Mayor Drew to rally regional influence to press Congress. The panel urges Western states producing wheat and corn to back the cause. Commissioner Wilson shows slight improvement after medical consultation in Washington.
Kansas counties expended over a million and a half in the year ending June 30, 1809. Reports show district cash on hand totaling 355,2383 and district teachers paid, with rent, repairs, and equipment costs. Wyandotte leads with 251,700, Shawnee 239,70, Sedgwick 122,062, Grant 1481, Stanton 1,782, Morton 1,51.
W F Sapp and Chairman Albaugh discuss Fusion influence in selecting candidates for the Republican caucus. Sapp claims Fusion members may push into the caucus and back a Republican for Wested States senator, promising personal and financial rewards.
A garbled OCR note references Wells Fargo Expresa and a scheme involving apples and turkeys. The text hints at adding apples to a system, fears, and a memorial related to a person or entity named Rees, with mentions of lines, ward over a system, and a city named Radaes.
Fragmented report shows a morning court session where a defendant admitted to a crime, prior to sentencing, with discussions about witnesses and the will. The judge granted a dismissal after authority was cited and a later term set, delaying the Irish inquiry.
The county directs taxpayers to refrain from calling. A message explains tax assessment and official contacts, urging patience as officials handle the overdue tax matters and distribute information through proper channels.
A bond on a whisky selling charge was forfeited this morning. The judge will order further action. Nearby, William Moritz reports his wife wandering away from their home north of Garipark. her mental state has been affected for some time, with this the third such incident.
The Kansas Commission for the Pan American Exposition is in session to discuss exhibits at the Tuftale extension. They plan a two-retractable display and seek funds from the Legislature for running costs and promotion.
A Kingman barber named Charter Posts was shot by the city marshal while attempting to rob the Kingman post office. He has an even chance to recover. The report notes travel and ticket sales details amid Thanksgiving promotions.
Fragmented want ads listing work as coachman or chauffeur in Roby New Jersey area with notes on house, room, board and possible telephones. Also mentions sale and stock items with unclear locality.
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