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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1902

Page

6

Topeka News Bursts With Civic Happenings And Weather

The Topeka area reports on athletic meetings and club gatherings, a public football note, a district court trial set for Tuesday morning, and local transit employment. Also covered: road and street work, building material cleanup, Santa Fe employment agency notices, and police reports from nearby towns including Junction City.

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Fort Riley Mimic Warfare Disrupted By Weather

Fort Riley reports simulated army maneuvers encountered disruptions as heavy rains and winds impeded the exercise. Units including infantry and cavalry reportedly maintained readiness, with engineers and supply columns adjusting routes amid uncertain conditions. Local observers noted the training emphasized sustained communication and logistical responsiveness under adverse weather.

Fort Riley Marie Lenet Enghinn Carney Colorado Carnley Eld Artillers Mir Kareitiley Erie Alata Ann Loire

Crannell on Strikes Preached Bible Message to Labor

Rev P W Crannell of the First Baptist Church spoke on labor and capital urging transformation of hearts through Jesus Christ. He cited Topeka workingmen studies, noting temptations and the value of applying scriptural precepts with four guiding words Do Come Seek Go to reach workers and families.

P. W. Crannell First Baptist Church Mr Crannell Xin Hig Jesas Christ Trey Crannell Ts Midjeet Topeka Mr. Crannell

Santa Fe Planed Recreation Building for Needies Employees

Santa Fe proposes a $13,000 recreation building for employees including a swimming pool reading room lounging area and showers with separate dressing rooms. Plans show a two story complex with sanitary facilities and an enclosed walk, lockers, and a billiard room. Construction to begin after final approvals and possible rent adjustments for bathing supplies.

Santa Fe Suimeninns Howling Alley Anil Momateuction Meraliredd Company

Storm at Ballarat Damage Hits City

Advices from Ballarat report a severe wind and rainstorm over the Panamint range causing property damage and injuries. Porter Hros. house, a Ballarat hotel, was wrecked. four persons were injured or killed as debris scattered through the town.

Los Angeles Cat Ballarat Death Valley Panamint Range Porter Hros

Catarrh of the Stomach and Dyspepsia Tablets

An old article describes catarrh of the stomach as long incurable and lists symptoms such as fullness after eating sour tastes and gas. It promotes a treatment claiming to aid digestion and reduce irritation with a tablet blend called Bitners Dyspepsia Tablets and Stuart’s Fys tablets.

Harlanson RS Werkinen Chicago Scethrra Lyepeneia Gurwind

Destructive Ballarat Storm Ravages Town and Camp

A severe cyclone or storm hit Ballarat, tearing off the Porter Bros hotel roof and blowing it hundreds of yards. A nearby store was demolished and the Ballerat hotel suffered extensive damage. One side wrecked, interiors strewn. A saloon nearby overturned, many residences flattened. Eight people injured besides Porter Bron’s guests. Death Valley area reports no word yet. Property damage estimated at 9000 dollars.

Porter Bus Ballerat Porter Bron Death Valley Ballarat

Change Its Name Prohibitionist Butler Urges Broader Reform

Butler, a noted Prohibitionist, argues the Prohibition Party must shed its narrow name and broaden its aims. He contends success requires a national scope, diverse reform topics, and broader leadership beyond single-issue focus, citing era shifts and party finances. The speech references Kansas politics, law enforcement, home rule, and opposition to liquor firms.

MN. Butler Prohibition Party New York Voice Chicago Lever Prohibition New York Chicago Kansas Constabl Nebraska Toveka Shawnee County Butz—Anhelzer Bush Rudweiser & Co Kansas City

Revolt Spreads Over Education Bill in Britain

New York dispatch reports growing revolt among government supporters against the education bill. Prominent Conservatives split, Liberal Union in Birmingham opposes the measure, and Chamberlain's camp faces internal strife. A private conclave is planned as Premier Balfour weighs his next move with a mid month statement anticipated.

New York Landon Tribune Silves Birmingham Chamberlain Balfour Manchester

Crazy Man Hunter Shot by Cook Near Wisconsin Camp

In Wisconsin woods a man described as insane stalked lumber camps around Amberg Pembine and Dunbar. He shot John Kausha in a cab, then was killed west of Wankauties by a cook. The attacker, Raymond, fled toward the camp and was shot twice, dying shortly after.

Wisconsin Marietta Wie John Kausha Stemin Wankauties Dito Wenzel Amberg Pemiine Dunbar Naume Raymond Weilthg Pembine

Training ship Adame sails on extended cruise

The training ship Adame with 173 naval apprentices prepares for an extended voyage. First stop San Diego, then Honolulu, then Wake Island. Wake Island may become a station for a cable line to Manila, a barren rock east of the 180th meridian.

Wake Island San Francisco Adame San Diego Honolulu Henotala Guam Mithough Manila Almpet Barren Rock

Unemployed Soldiers Return from South Africa Challenge War Office

A London dispatch to the Tribune reports Secretary Whim St John Broderick and war office authorities face difficulty aiding unemployed reservists returning from South Africa. Demonstrations at the Cape boost the English labor market, leaving thousands of able-bodied veterans with no openings. A noticeable drop in recruiting figures follows.

New York Pet St John Broderick War Office South Africa Cape

Kansas City and Raturo Rail Passes Mentioned

Fragmented notice lists travel prices and dates for October and October 7th. Mentions Santa Fe and Union Pacific routes to Kansas City. Includes unclear items such as wall postivities and festival references with several garbled phrases.

Kansas City Raturo Santa Fe Union Pacific Jetta Jokete Fale Adetore

Charge of incompetency hurled at Gen Funston by anti saloon league

In Springfield a statement by Edwin Dinwiddle president of the American Anti-Balcom House accuses Gen Funston of incompetence over army cantine policy. He claims saloon ties exist, condemns officers for drunkenness, endorses official saloon prohibition and urges government reform in ration and temperance enforcement.

Gen. Funston Anti Saloon League Springfield Edwin Dinwitdle Anti-Balcom House Jeague Faines Peersion

TOWED INTO PORT

New York reports the schooner Champion of Key West captured near Las Arroyos. Abekurt towed the wreck into port. The vessel carried turtle gear and a large quantity of dynamite intended to destroy two wrecks. Crew described as Nasus men now under guard at the arsenal.

New York Cuna Abekurt Champion Key West Pim Las Arroyod Arceyes Nasu

To Be Missionaries Without Pay

Preliminary steps have been taken for a new Episcopal church order by Paulist Furners to commit priests and deacons to missionary work while supporting themselves through secular labor, receiving no compensation for their assignments. Clergy and laypeople nationwide reportedly favor the idea, and the organization is expected to form soon.

New York Episcopal Church United States

Political Turmoil and War Front Unfolds Across Regions

The report notes political paralysis in a foreign state with ministers and conservatives clashing over control margins as war minister Fernandes tightens grip. In New York Cyrus Townsend Brady undergoes kidney operation after summer illness, while a Portland river collision near Coffin Rock results in no injuries. The Cypronen ship incident causes naval concerns and anticipated detonation of a broader threat from Cyprenen forces.

New York Ruvindes Tealmont Erretisist Iniz Cyrus Townsend Brady Br. Cyrins Townend Cravly Lds Thieety Eurgenns Portland Orr Comin Ruck

New York Announcement Describes Marriage in Carlwell

An oddly garbled notice reports a marriage between Mick Ams Wellingerstater and Léonaerl in Carlwell New Jersey. The text references Frank A and Chas J Fatt, and mentions an inheritance tied to a France wrecked vessel and were heirs to an estate.

New York Carlwell Mick Ams

Joseph Arthurs Play Sees Mixed Public Response At New Crawford

A struggling production titled Tom River ran six months in York with mixed audience support. Technical issues and nervous performers disrupted scenes including a shepherds tableau and a chase sequence. The troupe plans further performances at New Crawford as the comedy Sheruciors continues to draw attention despite uneven reception.

Joseph Arthur York Crawford

George D. Pope Is Decorated in Ceremony

George D. Pope receives decoration in a formal ceremony with attendees noting the honor. The event marks recognition of Pope’s service and includes remarks from local officials and veterans associations.

George D. Pope

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