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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1901
Page
4
A wire service summary notes Schley’s court of inquiry findings with claims of his bold actions at Santiago. It also covers potential mayoral race dynamics in Greater New York between Tom Platt and Dick Croker, a Massachusetts convention, and references to Roosevelt era political tension and Kansas political stance amid federal appointments.
The postmaster general announces a new postal regime effective October 1 restricting returns of unsold copies at pound rates. It excludes books and premium publications from penny rate coverage and requires publishers to show cause why their print should not pay reduced rates. Show-cause orders set October 10, 15, and 20 with inspections and potential loss of pound-rate privileges if accounts are not opened or challenged.
John T Chaney leaves on a business trip while Grimes and Rohrer open their bond office in the Central National Building. News arrives of Joseph Hirbour of Worcester, Massachusetts, and Warren Chaney reports a family illness. A county meeting at the courthouse Saturday will discuss preliminary arrangements for an event on November 5.
Wheeling West Virginia October 5 Carrie Nation the Kansas saloon smasher is jailed for refusing to pay a fine or leave town after entering a saloon with about 400 people police arrested her before she acted. Tried before Mayor Sweeney she faced only the offense of entering the saloon and was offered exile or 30 days in jail. Habeas corpus will be pursued for release.
Grand encampment holds elections with Thomas Dryden as grand patriarch and A M for mer grand high priest. Other officers named include T C Frazier, F J Cossett, H J Aten, and H C Stevens. Delegates discuss lodge dues and sick benefits while a reception at Copeland hotel is noted.
Wall & Hanley Topeka contractors won the job to excavate the Santa Fe land machine shop complex. Engineers will stake the site and start excavating Wednesday. The rail line did not release the price, but the cubic yard cost and total size imply a massive building nearly two blocks long.
In district court a jury verdict favored the city in a suit by A. J. Henderson for 4000 dollars. Henderson, driving a coal wagon on a dark winter night, failed to cross a culvert at Deventer and Fillmore streets, wrecked in a ditch, and was injured. The wagon overturned.
In Lexington Kentucky Peter Stirling won the first heat of the Kentucky Futurity with a time of 2 13 and also captured the second heat in 3 114. The report notes success on the dirt track and records.
Case testimony from Thomas DePul of Topeka details long battling kidney pain. He reports back pain relief, improved rest, appetite, and bladder improvement after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Rowley and Snow's drug store. Product, Foster Mitchel Buffalo agency cited. urged to remember Dean's brand.
Washington October 8 Lieut John M Murphy of Leavenworth has been commissioned as a second lieutenant in the infantry after an examination at Fortress Monroe. The process involved Kansas legislators and Senator Harris amid initial missteps, with President Roosevelt signing the commission last week. Murphy, 29, served with the Twentieth Kansas during the Philippine campaign, earning strong endorsements from Gen Funston and others for his proven soldiery and courage. He began as a private in Company C, San Francisco duties, Manila transport duties, and guard assignments, before rising to second lieutenant on May 8, 1899, and later securing a Washington post through Senator Baker's influence. His career reflects a consistent, aggressive, cool-headed military character.
In Georgetown Kentucky on October 8 the second trial of ex Secretary Caleb Powers, charged as an accessory in Governor Goebel’s murder, began with Judge Cantril reviewing a defense affidavit claiming court partisanship and bias. The judge refused to vacate and allowed the trial to proceed despite the affidavit’s framing.
Washington reports the army brevet board led by General Macarthur will broaden its scope beyond Chinese and Philippine campaigns to include Spanish American War service. Nomination reviews are reset to the current board for uniform decisions. medals of honor may be recommended, with Theodore Roosevelt as a possible recipient for gallantry in the Santiago campaign. The president would finalize any medals of honor without congressional action.
Washington October 8 only Attorney General Knox Postmaster General Smith and Secretaries Hitchcock and Wilson attended today’s cabinet meeting. No major developments occurred. The president has started preparing his message to Congress. It is understood the Pacific cable issue will be opened at next Friday’s cabinet session.
The San Francisco meeting began on time with President Lindsay in charge. A motion to correct yesterday’s vote on article X sparked lengthy debate. At St Luke's church the Daughters of the King held meetings, and a large missionary rally was planned for Mechanies' pavilion tonight. The Huntington Amendment to article X, creating a modified worship form, was narrowly defeated by one vote.
A wreck on the Louisville and Nashville line at Wasiowo Kentucky seven miles north of Middlesboro last night killed engineer James Shumate of Middlesboro and badly injured brakeman James Hale. John Cooper suffered minor injuries. A cross has been placed on the track and a suspect was arrested at Wasloto.
In Denison Texas on October 2 a Chickasaw legislature session passed a bill granting 5000 to pay Senator Burton of Kansas for legal services rendered last winter. The action may face protests from Chickasaws and a potential veto by Ree Roosevelt. Tickets go on sale October 5 through 18 with six trains daily each way for the Santa Fe event.
Comparison argues Scott's emulsion of cod liver oil differs from plain cod liver oil and is easier to digest. The writer advises against cod liver oil at all unless prescribed and notes that those who tolerate it may be prone to laziness, with a closing garbled line indicating New York sources.
The Vinewood Railway track on Ninth Street between Quincy and Monroe was filled with dirt by twenty men and several teams this morning. A dispute arose over who ordered the work as city engineer and street commissioner denied involvement while Mayor and others claimed no knowledge. Frank G. Kelly, manager, intervened seeking time to confer with attorneys as Attorney Hasen and Judge Hasen reviewed the case. Judge Hasen ruled the track left below pavement level posed a nuisance but allowed a temporary stay to preserve company rights if the court eventually rules in its favor.
The readable text shows a chaotic civil case involving the city, an engineer, and a judge. It mentions postponing a beating toe and a desire to set the case quickly, with reference to an injunction and potential losses, but lacks clear names, dates, or concrete actions.
The state text book commission gathers information for May use as Superintendent Nelson urges teachers statewide to send in objections to current books. Nearly all districts report strong opposition and the process to collect statements intensifies with reports from Leavenworth and nearby areas.
Mrs Dora McClure Newton dies Monday afternoon in Waukormia Ohio. A Topeka resident, she joined the First Presbyterian Church at fifteen and was active in the Christian Endeavor society, twice serving as secretary. She leaves a husband and a two year old. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
Fragmented report notes Edward H. Grean ill and confined to a room after a hurried summons to manage affairs. Cadet West Point links suggest illness may stem from travel and confinement. Mention of Eber Dan at Buffalo and others in New York, with references to travel and fares for events in Kansas City and Dallas.
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