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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 26, 1901

Page

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Confession Witnesses Favor Defendant in Ayers Case

Washington November 6 a key witness for Mrs Lobe Ide Bonne testified that the testimony given at the scene aligned with later statements and that she spoke with attorney Mr Gardner about the tragedy. Details emerged of Ayers death with testimonies describing wounds, the weapon, and the sequence of events including a morning visit and confessions.

Washington Lobe Ide Bonlve Ay Munder James Seymour Avira Je Waa Rhoenbergi Mocgu Wurge Ayers Kenmare Pete Anit Curuper Abso Bonnie Alf Fulton Schownberger Gould Dowglin Roe Court Geof Gardner Interior Department Bia Ketmore Flo Honine Atter Ney Ate Tquar Ganiner Bonne Bin Gardner Mr. Ayers Mrs. Holes Mina Minas Mary Walluims Avers Persan Witol Khote Miss Wolluma Thoredar Seoges & Foer Anton Bonine Sbegow Hier

Trial details reveal fear in the dark and sobriety claims

Testimony recalls Mrs Bonine fearing darkness while Miss Wollami says Bonine offered to accompany her. James Burns states Ayers was sober after visiting saloons the night of the tragedy, describing tensions between Ayers and Bonine and noting Bonine reproved Ayers for drinking before a Monday dance. Court recess follows.

Ayers James Burns Tareem Defenne Bea

Robbed Hotels Show Chicago Theft Ring Expansion

Four Grand Pacific hotel staff members Rose Mailin Fredericka Wolfse Phoebe Williams and Walter Johnson are arrested charged with stealing about 12400 in silver cut glass and other hotel property. Detectives tie a wider conspiracy involving hotel employees across Chicago as probes target more arrests and a broader theft ring.

Chicago Grand Pacific Hotel Rose Mailin Fredericka Wolfse Phoebe Williams Walter Johnson

A Million Chinese and Mexican Concessions Debate

The Mexican Parliamentary Chronicle reports a ministerial proposal granting near Pacific coast concessions to a Tarpey Bennett venture. The plan would allow building lines between Mexico and China for immigration work and free coastal rights across over 1,000 miles, with tax exemptions and trade freedoms. It echoes prior Pacific Charter company moves tied to 1,000 Chinese laborers and concerns about U.S. reaction. Separately, Leavenworth police report Walter Ledman, a deserter from the army, located near Troop G, Fourteenth Cavalry, after arriving from Fort Logan.

Tarpey Pacific Charter Company Mexico China Grany Wom i Peto Tatea John E. Bennett Mexican Congress Hissociate Leavenworth Kan Walter Ledman Ledman Fort Logan Col Kim Ar

Explosion at Penberthy plant kills many in Detroit factory

A Detroit explosion at the Penberthy Injector plant destroyed a 150 by 54 foot boiler end, trapping and killing at least eleven workers. About 88 injured were taken to hospitals as investigators and company officials search for missing employees. Officials report eight bodies recovered with more feared beneath debris. property loss estimated around 150000 dollars.

Detroit Penberthy John Frey Steven Chisp Fred Kieln Lewis Miller T. D. Crowley Wim. Begerian Julius Khisebetren Geo. Raymond del Raymond Michael Denanger Geo, Reichlin Max Yurkewits Lewis Velna Willig Ager Frank Ronkinsky Herman Goldner John Hustiera Alt. Gridley Anthony Walier Join Schiedelie Win. Knapp John Hettling A. Z. Gladay James Nall John Vogt John Dingle Samuel Koipe Hert Dixon Igna Brock Hurt Martin August Headraen Stephen Machigal Gus Galley Grace Hospital Miestnus Pada Y Mergency Butler Sayaers Aihte Johnson Penberthy Company Associated Press Therina Samuel Bene Law Taxen

Burglars Bound and Gagged Railroad Operator At New Lexington

In New Lexington O on November 26 masked burglars dynamited safes of the Cincinnati Muskingum Valley railroad and Adame Express company. The bank heist occurred during a local party, leaving the operator bound and gagged as theft was reported. Later, Alexander Parker, a pioneer trader of St. Mo and founder of Cawker City, Kam, died in Tacoms where he had lived since fourteen.

Zanceville, O New Lexington P Arty Cincinnati Muskingum Valley Railroad Adame Express Company United States Cawker City Tacomaa Alexander Parker St Mo Kam Tacoms

Senator Tapps Visitor Awakened To Unwelcome Guest

State Senator Tapp of Wichita found a stranger asleep on his parlor sofa at his Wichita home two or three mornings ago. The man wore an overcoat, claimed memory loss, and could not recall how he got into the house or where his bat was. The encounter ended with the visitor being talkative yet uncertain, and the senator questioning the intruder as they left for the street.

Tapp Wichita Mr. Tipp Tian Mr .Tapp Dogerd Bic Teepe

Lumber Combine Rumor Roils Pacific Coast Industry

Rumor circulates that Pacific coast lumber manufacturers plan a nationwide output control via a new association. Reportedly the Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers' association would run the combine to steer shipments east by lumber vessels around the Horn.

Seattle Wasth Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers Pacific Coast Lumber Manufacturers’ Association Horn

Fitzsimmons to Meet Jeffries on California Soil

Portland manager Effy Delaney reports that Fitzsimmons has expressed willingness to meet Jeffries. Delaney says the men may sign articles in New York after a telegraphic update, with the bout likely staged in February on California soil and a personal interview planned with Fitzsimmons.

Portland Ore Navy Jim Jeffries Effy Delaney Fitzsimmons Jeffries Delaney New York California

Troops for Manila Arrive in San Francisco

San Francisco reports Lieutenant Colonel M. H. Whitney inspecting the Presidio as part of general Miles’ staff. Lieut Bennett and 452 recruits from Columbus Starracks, Ohio, have reached the city, with the Fifteenth Cavalry set to sail for Manila in December.

San Francisco M. H. Whitney Miles Presidio Bennett Columbus Starracks Ohio Fifteenth Cavalry Manila

Woman Is Washed Overboard From Bergenland Near Nantucket

Cape Hin reports Mrs H McNeal wife of Dr McNeal of Ann Arbor Michigan was washed overboard and drowned when a heavy sea swept the Bergenland as she and her husband stood on deck near Nantucket Light. The body was not seen again.

Philadelphia Cape Hin Bergenland Liverpool Nantucket H. McNeal Dr. McNeal Ann Arbor Belgenland

Stanley to Kick Off at Washburn Ottawa Game

Governor William Eugene Stanley Jr of Katexs will kick off the Washburn Ottawa clash on the gridiron Thanksgiving day. A long time football enthusiast, he will likely watch from the sidelines while the Lime Klin team, led by star players, aims to prove themselves. In national notices, Washington reports a set of fourth class postmaster changes including Emma J. Boxserman in Alfred and Newton A Sterns succeeding Charles W. Carpenter in Colwich and Newton.

William Eugene Stanley, Jr Katexs Washburn Willam Eugene Stanley Lime Klin Stanley Washington Kansas Alfred Douglas County Emma J. Boxserman H. Webber Colwich Sedgwick Newton A_ Sterns Charles W. Carpenter

Cole Will Be One Of The Leading Gubernatorial Hopefuls

Abilene area politics stir as George E. Cole emerged as a top Republican gubernatorial contender, with Burton faction split between Richter and Miller for the Fourth district. Rumors swirl about support dynamics, Bailey’s ambitions, and the potential split between Burton and Leland factions shaping the convention.

George E. Cole Burton Facion Burton Burton People Cheries Fo Scott Lola Scott Miller Richter Unet Strehter Hia Iid Kangas Ukety Mr. Cole Leland W. J. Batley Bailey Congress Curtis United States Baley Senate Cole Botley Fichter

Bluffing Rebels Demand Ransom for Stone and Tsilka

New York reports private advices from Dubushka Bulgaria that brigands have sent a message to American Diplomatic Agent Dickinson demanding 25 000 Turkish lira or pounds in ransom for Ellen M Stone and Mme Tsilka. They threaten to kill the captives by January if unmet. Dickinson denies sending the previous offer of 12 000 Turkish lira and has gone to Constantinople. The Sofia newspaper cautions the Sofia public that the latest tale may be untrue.

New York Blade Dickinson Ellen M. Stone Mme. Tsilka Sofia Bulgaria Dubshza United States Constantinople

Santos Dumont Eyes Return to London After Corsica Flight

A dispatch to the Tribune from London reports Santos Dumont was hosted by the Aero Club at the Hotel Metropole. He indicated plans to return to London following his proposed aeriact to Corsica and to make ascents in England in his new airship Temperance Restaurant Didn't Pay. San Francisco, Nov. 26 The temper ance restaurant proprietor A W Dennett failed for 9000 with assets reportedly minimal.

Santos Dumont New York Tribune London The Aero Club Hotel Metropole Corsica England Temperance San Francisco A.W. Dennett Nce Missionary Societies

Arson charge after Greenwich Street tenement fire

New York November 26 Abraham Preser charged with arson for allegedly setting a Greenwich street tenement fire that trapped 62 tenants asleep. He was arrested after the restaurant proprietor on the ground floor opened the door and the blaze quickly spread. Firemen found strong flames and grease smeared wood as residents fled in panic.

New York Abraham Preser Greenwich Street Pleser

Judge Horton fee questioned in Banaas stock case debate

In Topeka and involving a $100,000 fee, Judge Horton's stance on Banaas stock case prompts questions about potential revenue impact. G C Clemens argues the fee is a renewable value given future earnings and historical case outcomes. The discussion references U S Supreme Court rulings and the broader implications for stock yards and related charges.

Horton Banaas Tcs G. C. Clemens Tle Mr. Clemens United States Garver J. G. Waiters Eve Fee

Traffic status reports from Isthmus amid Colombia rebel tension

Dispatches from Panama indicate traffic moving unmolested though details remain unclear. Navy officials face deciphering a complex message as Capt Merry faces questions over blocking use of railway by Colombian and rebel troops. Berlin reports Emperor Wilhelm II urging recruits to fulfill their duty alongside officers.

Toma Thes State Department Toon Gudger Panama Lang Txtay McCrea Machias Colon Spencer Je Ie Carlegen Navy Department Washington Merry United States Colombia

Pensions Granted to Several Widows and Veterans

The notice lists pensions awarded in Washington and various towns including Wichita, Agra, Waverly, Lewisville, Mor ranville, and Whiting. Names such as Angelo Thompson, Tatiaha T. Grees, Joseph, Mary Dugier, and Sarah A. Horton appear with pension amounts ranging from $3 to $38. The document notes restorations and increases, with several original widows also named.

Washington Angelo Thompson Wichita Reis~ Sur Willant McCry Agra Tatiaha T.grees Waverly Andrews Ransom Neutral Joseph Fanning Marantown Charles W. Randall Lewisville Andrew Kahn Omn Robert Garvin Parzona Brown Fort Foot Mary Dugier Mor Ranville Sarah A. Horton Whiting

Believes Congressman leader Will Be Renominated

A reported political analysis discusses how Ellsworth based supporters and Union Pacific counties shape the north south district nomination. It notes Wellington’s bid and the strategic moves of Reeder and White, with internal factions steering endorsement timing and county allocations ahead of the convention.

Ellington Eyes Ty Ene Welling Atera Wellington Ellsworth Union Pacific Railroad Coe Bouin Uwe Telae Te Wellington Mbt Union Pacific Wellington Athentan Tim Lincoln Hoaly Gratam Idan Hyes Reeder White White Weil Tom Mr. White Walt

Lipton's Hint of Fresh Cup Challenge Echoes

London reports Sir Thomas Lipton signaled he might attempt another America's Cup challenge if no strong contender enters. He said Shamrock IV would again race in American waters, but he will withhold his decision from New York Yacht Club until the challenge window closes. The Lipton yachts, including Shamrock IV, will not race further at Sandy Hook this season.

London Thomas Tapton Thorn New York Yacoht Club Dameson Oeeee Yachtes Castase Thomas Lipton Sandy Hook

Woods entry protest delays form of new county

The Woods entry to form a new county is protested as improper under the law. Protestants seek rejection and Woods is allowed to prove his case, with the May 24 date cited and adjacent Lawton area discussed. Other items note weather and sports scores with scattered city updates.

Guthrie, Ohin Jasaes R. Woods Urpaner Pierhs Lawton Woods

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Grand Pacific Senator Tapp Pacific Coast Fitz and Jeffries Its McNeil Ksusas Abilene Kaiser Berlin Emperor Winiers Kiel Knight Atherton Lipton Sir Thomas Knocking York Boston Ea Ae Minneapolis Malone N.Y
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