18 Oct 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1902
Page
1
The county commissioners report shows Thomas T. Kelly county clerk owed Miami County over 31700 after finding a series of warrants and vouchers misused. Investigators cite fraudulent warrants and mismanagement by Kelly, with several specific warrants and entries scrutinized, indicating substantial public funds misappropriated and the need for corrective action.
Wilkesbarre Pa Oct 18 President Mitchell works on arrangements for the convention handling about 500 delegates. Most details to be completed by tomorrow. He drafts his address while ceremony details may be kept secret behind closed doors. No developments reported today.
A reader describes a confidence scheme in Meriden involving a tall gray gentleman who befriended a youth, claimed to be Joe Morgan, and duped him into handing over 1400 dollars after a staged meeting at a depot. The incident ends with the youth seeking legal help and the con man disappearing.
Report reads that George Taylor is sought in Sullivan County for the Meeks family murder. Allegations include letters and documents linking him to the crime. The Taylor brothers were convicted previously. William was captured while George remains at large.
New York reports a briefing on Willarm Zetler and Baldwin-Zeteler polar venture after a conference, noting severed reunions between Evelyn Baldwin and admirers and Zetler planning another north pole attempt. Separately, Wholesale Grocers' Helpers strike seeks the union wage contract, possibly halting most grocers for the night. Tammany Hall aims peace with Hill as David B Hill is set for a major speech next week.
A murky OCR fragment hints at Murphy competing in a Democratic runoff against Tammany supporters. Details of date, place, and full names are unclear, but the political clash centers on party factions and the prize of likely control within the city machine.
In Nacogdoches Texas Ontis Fuchanan, a Black man known as Jim Buchanan, was tried and found guilty for murder. He was hanged within hours under militia protection after the court rejected delays, amid massive mob action and telegraph wire cuttings.
Report discusses the search for a suspect named Pipes through Ges Lam county, with a bond set around 1400 dollars and a pledging list of many local residents. Mention of a county attorney seeking signer identities and a forthcoming meeting to decide on the bond's fate. Deadsean and others allegedly involved in violent acts are noted, with several names cited as followers.
In Topeka township a political contest emerges as Independents and Republicans clash over nominations for trustee and precinct officers. F Sardou and J Hall are named for trustee and clerk respectively while Charlon Cole seeks pond overseer. rivals include J L Hamill and J B Rowles. Clerical turmoil delays official ballots and a second primary is halted by an injunction.
Republicans held meetings at 23% East First Street, Buchanan Street, Herce's addition, and Nicursa. A P Williams, candidate for representative, defended Nichols and Laeas. Senator John Chaney spoke for the full ticket. JH Guy also appeared.
New York Oct 18 The Venezuelan consul general Dr Torres Cardenas reports from Caracas that Gen Cuatro claims victory after seven days of bloody fighting with three thousand canyonites in the rebel camp. A second cable from Puerto Cabello cites 3,900 revolutionists killed and says government forces are completely routed.
The Washburn Medio team will host the College of Emporia at Washburn field Monday afternoon at 6 o clock. The Medics may use reserve players and second-team members, with Bob Smith at quarterback and several second-string players named for action. The College of Emporia was defeated by State Normal earlier, while Washburn beat Normal, and cancellations with Kansas State Agricultural College and Ensworth Medicals might be rearranged if dates allow.
Havana reports outline of a new tariff agreement with the United States. A key point claims the United States would provide Cuba with conventions amounting to twenty percent. duties on imports from the United States would largely stay similar but shift against Cuba. Merchants warn higher living costs and advocate equal reductions on Cuban imports. Opinions differ on when the treaty arrived, with accounts varying from present to last week. The document reportedly includes the Piatt amendment.
A city sewer committee recommends creating a new district to include Orchard Place and surrounding territory. At a Friday meeting, owners in Orchard Place were briefly rejected for connecting two half blocks to Sewer No. 14, but permission was granted to five or six residents to connect their buildings. Names among those allowed to connect include Frank Grimes, A. O. Tosser, and Frank Eason. Participants granted access must sign an agreement not to oppose district formation.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Laurier with stomach catarrh and a priestly reference, plus a note of a prominent doctor saying he has catarrh of the stomach and should rest. It also briefly reports Pittsburgh’s National Livestock Association meeting with officers listed as President and Secretary, but names are garbled.
The committee discussed a census of United States livestock after an election, noting no accurate knowledge of the nation’s cattle counts. It was decided to bring the issue to Congress to request a new livestock census.
Omaha reports Massachusetts delegates push Boston as 2903 convention site with no firm year chosen yet while Boston hopes to present its claims at future gatherings. Morning sessions of the woman's board of missions feature Bible study, education reports, Drake University’s Miss Mary Carpenter urging recruits, and a missionary presentation with assignments to India for Dr. Rosa Lee Oxer, Miss Elete Gordon, Miss Wyrick, and Miss Steha Franklin.
Extra session preparations in Dover outline proclamation by Gov Hunn and Secretary Layton awaiting signature. Republican negotiators, Senator Quay, and party leaders press for quick assurance with anticipated compromises to elect two Republicans to seats for three and five years.
Washington reports that chances of approval by the Danish rigsdags of the restoration treaty with the United States remain uncertain. Observers cite narrow wording and the health of key members as decisive, with potential cession leading to continued US financial support until the islands can sustain themselves. Free trade implications threaten island revenues unless alternative funding is found.
The Weather Man reiterates a rainy day, with government forecasters predicting showers. Temps dip in the morning and a north wind at about twelve miles per hour accompanies the cool start. Hourly readings are listed, though several figures are unclear due to OCR errors.
The Drake football team could not reach EK and U E G Moncs in time due to a washout causing travel delays. Officials arranged a replacement, with local medics standing in as a precautionary substitute for the Towns.
The ninth annual National Woman's Christian Temperance Union convention opens in Portland with every state and territory represented. Notables include Lady Henry Somerset and Rev Henry S Sanders, while reports cover organizers, finances, and new unions in the Philippines and Manila work.
Mills Store News describes the ready to wear department as the pinnacle of style and beauty with top designers and artistic invention. It emphasizes close contact with premier sources and a clientele that demands the best, creating an atmosphere of style in all offerings.
The Mills Co Style Shop of Topeka presents a local fashion outlet. Shoppers can expect a selection of garments and accessories showcased at the Topeka storefront. Customers enjoy in-store assistance and potential seasonal specials.
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