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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1902
Page
7
A dramatic claim predicts the United States will field the mightiest fleet ever seen, surpassing all previous squadrons. The piece contrasts Dewey’s forces with historic battles, praising new ships and commanders while noting plans for bold maneuvers and decisive actions at sea.
The article recalls Frans von Lenbach a notable German portrait painter born in Schrobendhausen Bavaria. It notes his conception of modern German art and his support from Count Bia mich and others. It mentions his connections to rulers and patrons and references works owned in America.
Fragmentary notes show Minnesota basketball figures cautious about Thursday events. Mentions Meuint Clemens and local discussions with references to Michigan and Ann Arbor, hinting at a game setup and cautious prep with unclear specifics.
In New York on November 4 Jenkins defeated Carroll in a clever wrestling bout at Madison Square Garden. The match featured a tense exchange of holds and near falls, with Jenkins gaining the decisive edge to secure victory amid a boisterous crowd.
Secretary Moody dictates Dewey to lead maneuvers and orders Rear Admiral to accompany the American squadron on Lake Erie. A large torpedo boat flotilla accompanies the fleet while leaders like Perry Farragut and Grant comparisons are discussed amid comments on training and industrial schooling for colored people. Cleveland to host an address by Booker T. Washington with other notable speakers.
The St Louis exposition naming contest ends with Charles Holloway of Clinton, Iowa, as winner. The emblem features Columbia, U S flags, a female figure representing liberty, and symbols of Agriculture, Commerce, Art and Science. four colors red white blue yellow reflect U S France and Spain. produced for posters medals and souvenirs.
The piece discusses Curtis challenging political rivals Bailey and Horton aligned figures, the Horton agreement, and potential party shifts. It notes Bailey’s stance against Curtis entering the United States Senate, mentions proposed chairmanships, and cites local officials like S. Knight and Thos. P. Fenlon. Rumors of factional maneuvers and possible legislative changes are flagged with regional names such as Sherman county and Hotton.
Grover Cimve has accepted an invitation to preside at a public meeting in Cleveland on December TH to discuss the event in the interest of the community.
A patient recounts chronic heart and nervous troubles eased after switching from coffee to Postum. He describes a two year illness followed by rapid improvement within a week, crediting Postum with eliminating pain and digestive issues. He notes others in his circle, including a sister-in-law and a neighbor, also noticing benefits from discontinuing coffee. The excerpt reads as a testimonial style account praising Postum as a cure and encouraging others to try it.
New York, Nov 2 A serious setback has stalled plans to settle the coal controversy. Negotiations between coal operators and the miners union are now expected to return to the Gray commission. Independent operators protest direct talks with the union, while Mitchell and his followers press for arbitration rather than out-of-court settlement. Thanksgiving week actions include keeping mines open and paying current wages as the dispute continues.
A turbulent session shows Manhattan stock slipping to 136 then rebounding to 151 as overall market weakness spreads. New York Central and Pacifica activity shifts amid broad declines in rail and mining shares with sugar and gold futures unsettled. Trading dull at noon, heavy selling surfaces in Western and coal stocks while leaders like Missouri Pacific and Reading retreat.
A historical bookkeepers gathering in Emporia Kansas features discussions on ledger systems and accounting practices. Speeches by J Ch Miller and A J Apprenube highlight the event's focus on finance education, with a musical interlude by Greeg and notes on postwar reconstruction topics and a Panama situation.
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