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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1901
Page
4
A dated clipping reviews court actions on liquor regulation and public safety, noting the need for lawful remedies over vigilantism. The piece includes a string of quotations and humorous clippings about social norms, marriage, courtship, and women’s roles, reflecting editorial and society notes from a Kansas paper.
A fragmented column references Mr. Shepard and Ca. Schurz, Cuban government start conditions, Roosevelt White House expectations, pension official H. Clay Bryans, ship subsidy debate, Uncle Sam money orders, John Most sentencing, potential Tom Carter memorial, Futurian Indica missionaries, Miss Stone search, Baltimore mosquito and New Orleans mosquito campaign, and Iowa cesspool kerosene enforcement.
The Kansas Supreme Court in State of Kansas versus Balfe Stark upheld a $25 fine as legitimate for attempting to retire a liquor business through violent means. It ruled that a nonprofessional appeal cannot challenge illegal nightclub sales, and that enforcement of anti liquor laws rests with proper authorities. The decision emphasizes abatement of nuisances by lawful means and rejects private use of force to influence such actions.
A humorous excerpt notes the joys and irritations of love, irony, and social foibles. It jokes that calomel cures bad affairs, recalls a woman who never says I told you so, and critiques Wall Street gamblers. The piece contrasts dull conversational partners with those who agree readily during talk.
A collection of sharp witticisms and aphorisms on society marriage ambition and gender roles. The remarks mock promissory notes laws obscurity in politics and the idea that virtue fate and intelligence shape social outcomes.
A dated humor column presents wry observations on marriage money and manners. Quips urge caution about appearances and timing in life and voting, with blithe lines about wives finance and booby prizes.
In New York on October 18 a large Democratic rally at Tammany Hall drew a huge crowd. Orators including George B. McClellan Edward M. Shepard and others addressed outside crowds from four stands. Shepard asserted he would not dismantle Tammany Hall if elected mayor.
New York observers note Samuel Clemens, known as Mark Twain, joined a political campaign by speaking at an invited event. The address signals his alignment with a larger reform movement and hints at future political activity amid party tensions.
Rumor spreads that the Supreme Court has ruled for Parker in the Parker Hughes contest. Justices Johnson and Greene deny any decision. No opinion filed or filed date given. officers state no progress and no public disclosure until an official action is taken.
You save money here with a rate card of miscellaneous items including granulated sugar, table syrup, potatoes per bushel, parlor brooms, Anchor matches, canned vegetables, white fish, roasted coffee, and flour per sack. Prices indicate bulk or per-unit offers typical of a small town ad from an earlier period.
E P Pas editor of Le Prensa Buenos Aires, visiting New York, argues for direct Atlantic steamship routes to South America. He praises Hamburg America lines, notes Lambert and Holt operate NY to Argentina, and says North American capital could profit in South America while governments offer limited aid. He sails home October 22 via Cherbourg.
New York dispatch reports large Boer forces near Pongolabeach and Llangapies with a 2000-strong commando southeast of Piet et le, while Commandant General Totha dissolves his force and escapes with a few followers. British actions near Pongolabase pursue Boers as the main moment, with shifting positions and unguarded routes noted.
Crime note reports a trunk containing about 200 dollars in jewelry stolen from Providence to Boston on September 2 by Martin Copeland Co. Detectives chase a vague description as clues fade in Hoxton. The case remains unsolved and the trunk’s whereabouts are unknown.
On Wednesday evening October 16, Thomas H. Dixon and Ida Loulké Webber were married by Rev. John P. White at the parsonage. Dr J E Stennis of McComb, summoned for his brother Judge Stennis, expects to return to Mississippi home within two weeks as his brother recovers rapidly.
Hertha Henristta Fritz mother of Robert Richard and Herman Fritz died Thursday at 5 a.m. at age 55. Funeral and burial details mention chrysanthemums at Mrs Magus's establishment.
Saturday only prices on Sirloin and Porterhouse steaks, Chuck and Rolled roast, Pork chops and chickens with all other meats at reduced rates. The ad notes competitors' low prices are met daily, but Saturday specials apply tomorrow only.
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