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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1902
Page
5
Incomplete OCR text from Topeka State Journal by Frank P. MacLevnam mentions Topeka content and references Congress actions but lacks clear event or outcome details. The fragmentary lines suggest a report on a formal act or congressional measure but no specifics, dates, or names are readable.
A dense political analysis traces Democratic and Republican currents, noting Cleveland’s central role in a possible 1890s presidential race. It discusses New York’s pivotal stance, potential party realignments, and the impact of convention dynamics on nominating strategy.
Fragmentary text discusses shifts in leadership and movement toward a lasting presidency in Cleveland. The snippet mentions changes in direction, equity, and public attention, with references to a figure named Cleveland and implications for governance and policy.
A garbled column notes local oddities and political chatter. Mentions Diphtheria fears, thieves, a town dispute over who will join the United States Senate race, and small town life with scattered names, prices, and public concerns.
A fragmentary meditation explores how environment and debt shape behavior. It ponders kindness, virtue, and the role of time in guiding personal actions while noting the limits of memory, reputation, and social gatherings.
A fragmented OCR passage hints at reflections on courtship and social behavior. The torn text mentions a bachelor, a mother, a courting scene, and breakfast images, suggesting a satirical or observational piece about social expectations and romance in urban life.
The excerpt shows a garbled discussion about secrecy and maturity, noting a rebel surface and a comparison between a fev and a flat headed Saye an Irshmen. It ends with a claim that every man is so honest in this country that rewards are offered for thieves.
In Topeka this afternoon lawyers argued a key gas franchise dispute. The case tests constitutional rates and franchise obligations as the city and the gas company seek a ruling on the ordinance and its impact on future pricing and franchise terms. The hearing focused on whether the ordinance is confiscatory and if the 1396 franchise provision binds the city. Attorneys for both sides pressed for or against further city-wide testing of gas rates in other cities, with witnesses and potential tempoary changes shaping upcoming rulings.
The Birmingham plant explosion killed one man and fatally injured two others with a third severely hurt. General manager Thomas J. Edwards and storeman James F. McAunalty were among the injured. A furnace break released a fiery flood splashing workers and two missing men believed trapped under debris.
In Lawrence Ohio a brutal assault near a lonely pond leaves William Zimmerman severely injured after being slugged and robbed by two men. In Dallas Texas robbers dynamited a bank in Merriam County stealing about 5 000 in gold silver and currency before fleeing before police reach the scene.
Washburn Medics captain Omar Mehl leads the squad against Ottawa in a decisive game. Weather looks favorable for the contest and large crowds are expected with police and exits arranged. Henshaw and Lawrence Hanks prep at practice for signals and trick plays under referee Whiten and Sgt Ames as special trains arrive at 2 PM.
Philadelphia headline recalls a Wichita writer's account of White Buffalo a Native American artist tied to a string of alleged crimes. The piece cites court proceedings in Delaware county and names editor Van Valtenberg and Kenney Foner as reporters, with Pratt of Caplin school and Jamey Gordon aiding prosecution.
Chicago reports the Twentieth Century Limited on the Lake Shore broke all Chicago to Elkhart records. The journey completed in 100 minutes, beating the previous Chicago Miluakee record by five minutes. The train reportedly achieved speeds near ninety miles per hour at various stretches, with a water stop and passing sections through South Bend and Lac Porte during the run.
Report from county health officer Dr. Ed Wood lists smallpox cases in Linwood and three quarantined families after a break in the outbreak. Sheriff Everhuny and Newman coordinate quarantine measures with authorities, while other local notices reference voting and a charity gallery event.
Washington notes say Grover Cleveland shows no idea of breaking a century old precedent to win a third term. Some powerful Wall Street figures are said to be pressing for a Cleveland run to defeat Theodore Roosevelt. Analysts warn such a choice would delay anti trust legislation and keep Congress divided, hindering tariff and interstate commerce reform.
In Washington on November 26 President Rooscott welcomed the British labor committee touring the United States hosted by Alfred Movely. He voiced deep interest in social problems and warned against demonizing either corporations or unions while urging responsible conduct amid growing federation tendencies. He expressed pleasure in meeting the delegation and Mr Marks.
The Crawford theater plans a Sunday evening program featuring the rural drama Way Down and other productions. Upcoming acts include James Neil Stock, Woodward Stork company, Wits Baby Are Your, Ferris comediana, Adelaide Thurston, and The Crisis. Local notices urge theatergoers to attend the Sunday showcase.
Fragmentary obituary notices and public announcements appear, listing Elizabeth Viole Macwh, Viola Viepe, and other names amid scattered references to funerals, a streetcar crash, a bribery charge, and Emperor William’s burial remarks. The garbled text also mentions Thanksgiving events and a social gathering.
Local report notes the first case of emittipox or chicken pox in a man named Pelt of 222 Buchanan street. Health officers quarantined the family, as a possible winter epidemic begins. Also listed are court duties, local fires, license talks, and assorted civic items from Topeka and surrounding areas.
Phillips faced a jury pressure scenario while Ailttpe was excused for business. Sheriff-elect A T Lucashaw announced aides including RF Hayden as attorney, G W Betts undersheriff, John Ontrand office deputy, Carl Lawson select, George W Charles deputy, J W Vatterman superintendent of the stone yard, with Laveen Je remaining the only retained member of the sheriff’s committee. Lawson praised as jailer and officer, with reappointment seen as favorable.
Attorneys for B Sharpless petitioned the Kansas Supreme Court for a restraining order to stop the state board of canvassers from counting Atchison county returns while mandamus proceedings seek to void the vote. The action mirrors a prior Atchison county suit now on appeal, and the court delayed action until notice to opposing counsel.
The Michigan Central Railroad filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission a new tariff raising export rates on provisions and dressed meat. The increase starts January 1 next year, boosting provisions from 2% to 45 cents per 10 pounds and meat rates similarly higher. The across-the-board rise affects hundreds of thousands of shippers and is expected to spread as other roads file similar tariffs in the Central Freight area east of the Mississippi north of the Ohio River.
News from Topeka reports the sudden death of George C. Sperry in Kansas City at 3 a.m. He served as assistant superintendent of the Santa Fe telegraph, later led Mexican Central Telegraph efforts, and with the Postal Union in Kansas City. He married the daughter of J. M. Miller of Topeka. Burial expected in Topeka cemetery beside his mother and child. He was a member of Stream Lodge of Masons.
At the Rose Carnival in Los Angeles, it is practically settled that the University of Wincensin will face an opponent in Pasadena on January 1 as part of the parade events. The opponent from the Badger State has not yet been chosen, with efforts directed toward California players.
The Nickel Pinte Road offers low fares for Christmas and New Year holidays with tickets at four fare and a third for the round trip to all points on the line. Valid December 24 25 31 1902 and January 1 1901 with return January 2 190? The service covers New York Boston and other centers. For charter inquiries contact John Calahan general agent 113 Adame Great Chicama.
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