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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1901

Page

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Trial reveals Ayers Was Not Drunk Pistol Tests Noted

Washington November 27 Lolatia Bonine trial testimony recounts beer and sobriety claims about Ayers. Witnesses include Hovser, Dowus, Ford, and Glazebrook describing Ayers as sober, the Kenmore hotel room scene, and pistol experiments linked to the murder investigation.

Washington Lolatia Bonine Rome Dimes Ayers Tahneen J. Hovser Offee USA Kenmore Sky 1 Boander J. breCibe Arthur O McCurtin Athir James Fort Stantine Henly Pettier Entmitin Ford Strs Bonine John A Tait Kober Michel Kane Martin W. Glaseproof Glasthrowl Astre Art Borie Moon Bon

Testimony Details Gunshot Wounds in Ayers Case

In court Mrs Bennie is said to have caused tension with Ayers. Deputy Carover Glass-Creek testifies on pistol wound distances showing shots from various ranges. Dr Glazebrook analyzes wounds with a life-size torso model as witnesses discuss the events surrounding Ayers' death.

Ayers Urdershire Joyce

Former Colorado Governor Davie H. Waite Dies at Aspen

Falls dead at his Aspen home in Colorado on November 21 at about nine in the morning while peeling apples. He had been in good health before his death, and heart trouble is believed to be the cause. Waite, born April 9, 1841, had a long political career as a Republican lawmaker in Wisconsin and Kansas, a Populist governor candidate in Colorado, and a reform newspaper editor in Aspen.

Aspen Colo Davie H. Waite Colorado Oldvck Davis Hanson Waite Waite Damestown Wisconsin Missouri Lev Larned Kan Kansas Lendville Peebles Party

Fitz Ready to Fight Jeffries in New York Return

New York reports Bob Fitzsimmons declares he has not retired from boxing. He says he will meet Jim Jeffries, manager Maer, and that negotiations proceed for a February match in New York. Delaney expresses willingness and a personal interview is planned to confirm terms.

New York Bob" Fitzsimmons Seth Jim Jeffries Portland Ore Jefe Petruary Delaney Vice Ham Jeff California

Young Millionaire in California in Critical Condition

G M Pullin Jr a young millionaire from Redwood City California is critically ill with pneumonia. Leading physicians attend him as his condition causes deep concern for his recovery. Red Wood City dated November 77 notes his serious illness and the anxiety of relatives.

California Red Wood City Cal George M. Pullman, Jr

Overdue Train Arrives as Marines Reach Colon

News from Colon reports the long overdue passenger train with the Towa marine guard arrived. General Alban with about 300 government troops crossed Harbacoa bridge and presses toward Colon while Liberal forces retreat claiming ammunition shortages. Conservatives suffer casualties. Liberals’ losses are said insignificant. Trains to Panama delayed but reach Panama. reports on Porto Bello bombardment deemed unreliable.

New York Central Cable Office Western Union Telegraph Company Colon Panama Key West Havana Santiago Galveston Towa Marine Guard Alban Harbacoa Bridge Tvern le Vest Barbacow Bridge Passen~gra Gatun Station Money HI Cemetery Gilon Towa Marines Orizaba Prizon Hall Porto Bello Stearborn Washington Long Perry Pantin Navy D.C San Pablo Gatun Kindteberger

Colombian government declares break with Venezuela

New York November 23 reports from Bogota via Herald correspondent that Colombia has decried and severed diplomatic relations with Venezuela and that its Caracas faction has been dissolved. War Minister Conchia says the government has 5100 men armed for service.

New York Bogota Colombia Herald Tuo Venezuca Caracas Maran Enor Conchia Sas the Wernenent

Strikes Enjoined in Philadelphia Building Trade Dispute

Judge McCarthy of the common pleas court issued an injunction against the council of the allied building trades forbidding strikes at building sites where non affiliated contractors employ labor. He also barred contractors from firing members of non affiliated unions and ordered no threats of loss for firing such workers. Plaintiffs Erdman and others, long employed by a local plumbing firm, were removed under threat of a strike when united associ tion plumbers joined the building trades council. The case may go to a higher court.

Philadelphia McCarthy The Common Pleas Court Council of the Allied Building Trades WHR Jesse McCarthy Erdman Wella & Weiss Chicago Plumbers’ League Ann Building Trades Council United Associtim Building Trade Council

McKinley Estate Appraisal Reports Mixed Personal Goods

Canton Novy 27 appraisers submit a report on the estate of the late President McKinley. Personal property valued at about 20000 includes securities and deposits. Real estate not appraised per will. Estimated overall estate worth from 90000 to 70000.

Canton Mkinney Fir Hite

Ranch sale in Kansas halves a 480 acre Big Sheep property

Anderson Fires sells their 480 acre Big Sheep Ranch near Valley Center in Jefck county to Frank Cornel for 4m dollars. Cusick and wife had been in Wichita, then returned to Illinois last evening.

Wichita Kas Anderson Valley Center Jefck County Frank Cornel

Schley Is Mobbed as Admiral Arrives in Philadelphia

Rear Admiral Bebiy and Mrs. Schley arrived as guests of Colonel A. K. McClure and triggered a thousand-strong Philadelphia crowd at Broad Street Station. Police opened a path as admirals entourage moved through. They attended a performance of The Merchant of Venice at the Chestnut Street Opera House and were later hosted at the Bellevue before heading to New York for Thanksgiving with their daughter Mrs Wortley.

Bellevue

Convicts Captured and Pursuit Proceeds in Western Front

Leavenworth reports the capture of James Seymour, one of the mutiny escapees, at Tuscumbia Alabama. Captain Telford confirms the pursuit as U.S. marshals surround Kating and Murray in Shawnee hills western Indian Territory. A man held at Connell Bluffs is believed to be Frank Lawrenoeds or Morgan Baldwin, escapees since November 22.

Leavenworth Kan Woerden McClaughry Tuscumbia Ala James Seymour Comets Telford Asford United States Kating Murray Shawnee Hills Indian Territory Connell Bluffs Frank Lawrenoeds John Morgsin Aliis Baldwin

New Court House Celebration In Beloit Kansas

Mitchell county held a grand celebration for its new court house with crowds from across the county and delegations from nearby counties. The event showcased the building, cost details, and praise for the commissioners and builders led by Cuthbert and Sargent with speakers including James A. Troutman of Topeka.

Beloit Kus Mitchell County Big Court House New Court House Kansas Missouri River Lincoln Osborne Cloud Smith Jewell Mitchell County Court House Topekan Cuthbert & Sargent EL Dias C. M. Grecian Sitter White Board of Commissioners A.B. Bonnifield Frank McGrath Sam Banks Manifold Beloit Fire Department Woolfmen of America James A. Troutman Topeka Chirk A. Smith A. G. Mead Court House Frank A. Lutz A. Mason J. F. Corder Max Anderson Popoka James Cuthbert John Sargent GC. Holland John KR. Sargent Joah Nelson C. A. Tulien Be Jolt Albert Nelson E. Bt. Woodrutt Hall & O'Donald Peter Olsen A. Branquist F. A. Alster Booth Charlesworth

Philadelphia Dog Show Opens With International Entries

The Philadelphia Tog Show exhibition opens featuring 12 exhibits and prize offerings from clubs in Russia, Holland and Sweden. Entries include first time competitors from Great Britain and continental Europe. Highlights are the Montetelio kennel’s Growl Dent team and a dozen large St Bernards drawing interest. Richard Croker Jr.’s Rodney Steyn and Persimmoans attract attention for their ferocity.

Phlindform Nov. S Philadelphia Texodarn New Mexico Great Isritam Econtinental Europe Russia Holland Sind Sweden Holland Hich Growl Dent Montetelio St. Bernards Richard Croker Rodney Steyn Persimmoans

Death of R. F. Cross In Topeka Likely Heart Failure

R. F. Cross, aged 62, found dead in his Topeka home on Tenth Avenue near Tyler Street. Coroner rules heart failure. he complained of pain before retiring, last seen by a child around 9 pm, and was discovered by a daughter the next morning. He leaves six children, including Mrs. Lew Sells of Columbus, Ohio, and Harry Cross of Columbus. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

R. 5 Cros Tenth Avenue Tyler Street Wetle Frank Klingman Thomas Cress State Journal Httle Kiinga Mr. Cross Hogeboom Cross Topek Clark County Ohio Kansas Colorado California B. A. Allen Neyda Crows Washington, D. C Lew Sells Columbus Harry Cross M. L. Rekert Joplin Jay Frank Kingumen Topeka G. H. Johnson Parsons

Go Back to Steam as Pennsylvania Railroad Abandons Trolley

The Pennsylvania Railroad ends the trolley service between Mount Holly and Burlington after a power-house fire and returns to steam power. An experimental electric line was tried at Mount Holly from June 15, but officials saw no extension of electric traction. A weather forecase notes cooler conditions and northerly winds for tonight in the east portion.

Pennsylvania Railroad Philadelphia Pennsylvania Railrod Company Mount Holley Burfhatton Ni J Pennsylvania Company Burlington Tme Weather Indiations Chicago

Schley Receives 216 in Navy Bounty for Manila Fight

Washington reports prize money awarded for Spanish-American War deeds. Admiral Dewey gets 4570, Rear Admiral Sampson 25417, and Rear Admiral Schley 216 as bounty shares. Bounties follow revised statutes with chief commanders receiving larger portions. Dewey led the Manila victory. potential sums depended on squadron strength and division commands.

Washington Dewey Sampson Schley Manil Santiago Cervera Manila

Studebaker Dead in South Bend at 11 O Clock Today

Clem Studebaker of South Bend died at eleven o clock. Born March 17 1591 in Adams county Pennsylvania he moved to Wayne Ashland Ohio as a child. He helped found Studebaker Brothers Manufacturing Company later serving as president and taking part in many public roles and expositions. He held positions with the Methodist church New York Book Concern and Republican conventions and served on the Pan American Congress and Depauw University board.

Mr. Studebaker Adams County Pennsylvania Wayne Ashland County Olin John Studebaker Clem Studebaker South Bend, Inn Tsol South Bend Henry Studebaker Ros. Manufacturing Company New York Methodist Episcopal Church General Conference Church United States Miliana Indiana Board of World's Fair Managers Carriage Builders' Nations Aesocition Harrison Pan-American Congress Depauw

ALL FOR MURDER Convicts to Face Murder Charge in April Trial

United States Attorney Dean met with Warden Me Claughry in Leavenworth to discuss fifteen inmates in the penitentiary and any recaptured on the murder of Guard Waldrupe. Indictments for murder conspiracy and destruction of government property are planned, with trial set for April to allow defense preparation.

Leavenworth Kas United States Dean Tutaday Claughry Waldrupe

Joubert Taken in Pretoria Fight Report by Kitchener

Lord Kitchener reports from Pretoria that 36 Buys command soldiers were captured after a recent engagement, with Commander Joubert wounded among the escapees. The dispatch notes ongoing actions and related wartime movements in the region.

London Lord Kitchener Pretoria Gon Knox Buys Conmmander Joubert Fick Wolmorane Diedricis

Nation Divorce Exonerates Wife and Divides Property

Kansas City report reveals Mrs Nation cleared of cruelty charges as court apportioned the Medicine Lodge home to Mr Nation and scattered outlying property. He testified the couple had a long marriage with friction over finances and his wife’s pursuit of pension funds. The case, led by Judge Gillette, noted Nation’s age and prior moves to Indiana and Texas amid domestic disputes.

Kansas City Meticine Kan David Natiitt Fepma Mire Currie Wation Br. Soatan Ewe Mivoree Fle Judee Gillett Nition Carter Indiana Nation Medicine Lodge Rus Hull Gillette Tieheiser de Martin C. W. Ellie David Nation Sie Nation Maria Iris Ander Warreneburg Howe Helden Warners Re Texas Natiin Cme Sarkous Chrte Ting Ablethanen Tier Teuelin Mr. Nation

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