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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1900

Page

7

Warden Tomlinson Backs Prison Reform and Cottage Plan

Warden J B Tomlinson urges civil service reform and construction of cottages for prison employees. He proposes moving the twine plant under a competent superintendent, adding inmate housing near the prison and limiting new manufacturing ventures. He notes existing twine stock and finances, with plans to auction surplus next year and improve insurance and building safeguards.

J.b.tomlinson Kan Finanley Rio Cree Tinson Raed Nee Ats Aiaks Pleasure Wythe of Karas Gurness Patty Tates Neo Marches Tofalinsot Cote Jages Abe Blais Tumiliseniby Esteald Con Arden

Prison budget notes and repairs report details

A garbled 19th century style note discusses a $2000 appropriation and wardens’ report. It mentions maintenance of property, repairs, and the state house, with references to Landis, Tomlinson, and Webb. The fragment hints at prison administration costs and annual statements under a state printer.

Anita Payaltet Admatuisteadon Landis State House Tate Tomlinson Webb

A War Cloud in the South Reported

New York dispatches quote Rio Jantiro informing that Brazilian forces face a rebel movement in South America. Bolivia shows anti Brazil sentiment as Acre support is debated. Government seeks to curb war supplies via Uruguay and Peru, while rebels obtain munitions through the Amazon and Brazil.

New York Herald Rio Jantiro Montevideo Bolivia Braazil Republic of Acre Axeats Peru Tisoiecers Amamoting Puras de Brasil

Powers Ready Pact Seen by Pekin Ministers

Washington reports say Germany and France approve a joint peace accord from Pekin ministers though Pekin officials deny France seized Lerelory at Tientsin to expand its concession. Conger is told to wait for President’s guidance before signing. American consuls pursue indemnity claims with viceroys, Britain and the U S likely to avoid isolated legal action.

Paris Germany Pekin France Prance Dan Lerelory Tient Dain Havas United States Great Writhin Austro-Hungary Belgium Italy Conger Washington State Department Minter Conger Pe- Hin Poly China Great Britain

Emperor of Russia Suffering From Illness

Reports from Saint Petersburg state physicians attending the ailing tsar observed no immediate complications but noted early-stage conditions. They cited that the emperor sat between an open window and floor while dictating, leading to concerns about his health. Baron Frederick was reproached for not intervening.

St. Petersburg Tris Majesty Frederick

Twelve Miners Killed in Explosive Accident

Dispatch from Ahichy near Dousl reports a dynamite blast at the mine bottom killed twelve miners and left eight injured and eighteen unaccounted for. Rescue efforts and inquiries continue as authorities assess cause and scope of the disaster.

Ahichy Dousl

Mr Selss Story of Infidelity and Courtroom Turmoil

The narrative recounts Mr Sells facing suspicion of infidelity and mounting bills. A telephoned note at night, privacy concerns, and a court-like inquiry involving Mrs Sells and daughter Florence unfold. Key figures include Peter Sells, Florence, Lyons, and detective John Mahoney. Events span hotel visits, examinations, and discussions with Attorney Sait and servants.

Haig Mifewanice Fasbund Peter Florence Henahin Sige Belle Gacined Paliaselphia Joana Mom Foc Sire Wellet Anid Cinsingal Ha Po Joe Stutter Sosreal Etavons Selta Vine Erorenes DE Cleveland Piorence Winky Turing Hila Sautters Setls Toone Burg Lyons Pedro Cichre Cribro Sia Linck Wis Aurret Sella Gieuldeak Waandwick Howke Beelms Belin Judge Bradbury Supreme Court Bradatwase Reiet Thaweht Lyons Caslonally Selly Filleast John Mahoney Aelia Sater Plorence

Jury aims to seat panel for Morrison murder trial

El Dorado, Nov. 28. A jury to try Jessie Morrison for the murder of Clara Wiley Castle was to be secured today. By 6 p.m. Tuesday sixty five jurors had been passed for the case and three accepted. The defense pressed for time to subpoena Cody and wife, while court warned no further delay after a week. Court adjourned with no completed panel and funds raised for the trial near two thousand dollars amid public grumbling over slowness as the town watched. a band played in the streets to mark proceedings.

el Dorado Ifs Jessie Morrison Clara Wiley Castle Aon Sey Shinn Case Holford Schumacher Fie Augusta Ee Schumacher Sali Cody Morrison Morri Halford Cody Senedee W. F. Cody Ventremen Furgren Eet Eneile

Trial crowds court as juror Murdock questioned

In a crowded courtroom a trial unfolds with tension and humor as witnesses face questions about the defendant. Juror Murdock, longtime local editor, has never testified in court and is questioned about participation. The scene includes remarks on innocence, the defendant, and a note of public interest in regional resources and opportunities.

Cubis Rand J.T. Evans Brum Afr Donek Tvans Tiage Iivana Misita Oilla Castle Ia. Murdock Se, Publican Guy Court

Povay Market Report Shows Mixed Grain and Provisions Activity

Chicago November 2 grain and provisions market summary notes softer corn and wheat with early gains fading. December and November contracts move within narrow ranges as traders await the eleventh hour for covering positions. Provisions trade quiet and lower amid light hog receipts while oats and barley offer limited activity at Chicago and Kansas City markets.

Chicago Wilke Bote Eacfete Tavermot Wlne Minnespolis Duluth Ats London Jean Iverpool Guteer Bearn Raverpadt

Topeka Markets See Mixed Signals Amid Grain Slump

In Topeka on November 24 reports show a tentative market with soy and wheat prices under pressure as traders weigh December and January futures. Uncertain demand and export activity influence prices while corn futures drift lower and livestock volumes adjust.

J. Pines Comenaaales Ropgka Caneae Topike Kaseas Chicago Nes. Beck Tver Pael Oablen Ihersase Drs Sanaa

Catton Market Were York Nov COTES at cot Saahemmton

Fragmentary text notes a market in Catton and references York with November dates, Cot and Saahemmton mentioned alongside Foxan and Nor. The fragmented lines provide little coherent event or outcome to verify.

Catton York Cot Saahemmton Tes Foxan Nor

Incomplete text leads to uncertain historical note

Fragmentary OCR text references executions and names, but key details are garbled. The readable phrases hint at a public execution or trial context with personal names and a location, yet no clear event, date, or organization is identifiable for a precise summary.

Frisco Fta Miggouri Arkansas Oklahoma Texas Great Southwest W. C. Melville N. W EP. A Frisco One Kansas City, Mo

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