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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1901

Page

7

Talk of Vincent A Notable College Figure

Prof George Vincent is described as a leading sociologist associated with the Chantauiqua movement and a professor at Columbian University. A Yale graduate, he collaborated with Prof Small on textbooks, and remains active in teaching and public life while visiting and hosting friends in the city.

George Couimbian Cviversity Maxnodule Feaders Yale i Chisass University Small Mit Vincent the Well Kamen

Women mob Charleston barroom scene shocks city

A mob of women blocked King Street near a bar on October 1 in Charleston. Police dispersed the crowd after doors were forced and patrons were harmed. the proprietor was later released, and officials denied reports of three killings.

Charleston King Street Cura Cote Aia Peive

Street Closure Over Santa Fe Tracks Sparks City Deal

Klein Street from Fourth to Seward avenues is being closed by the Santa Fe railway after city ownership transfer. The plan replaces Klein with Branper Street to cross the Santa Fe tracks, with a brief strip of land sold to Brauner to access Branper from the mouth. Negotiations continue as the city awaits agreement to pave the new route.

Klein Fourth Seward Santa Fe Santa Fe Railway Han Branper Santa Pe Brauver Kietn Kien Eny

Bank settlement details released by county treasurer

County Treasurer Phillipe completes the small settlement work. The results outline distribution of funds to various parties, showing how money will be allocated among recipients. The report aims to clarify payments and balances remaining for note holders and involved institutions.

Phillipe Natio N. i

Kipling Under Wife's Reign Report From Rottingdean

In Rottingdean near Brighton, a sensational tale claims Rudyard Kipling is controlled by his wife Mrs Kipling, who governs his study routine and daily writing life amid a public temperance push. The anecdote describes Kipling shifting from private work to recreation as his spouse dictates.

London Rottingdean Sussex Brighton Rudyard Kipling MaceBestee Tate

Longs to See Roosevelt Preacher Married Parents Seat Visit

A Georgia South Carolina note recalls Rev. B Dunwody who joined Theodore Roosevelt Sr and Martha Bulloch in marriage in Roswell Ga in Dec 18 1856. The preacher in question, with ties to the Presbyterian church, recounts the event and the Roosevelts travels to New York after the ceremony. Also noted are Roosevelt uncles Irvine Bulloch and James Dunwody Bulloch linked to Confederate Navy service.

Georgi Columbia Howwell South Caroline B. Dunwady Marrhage Dunwody Georgia South Carolina McPhersonville Danwody Roswell Iss Theodore Roosevelt New York City Martha Bulloch Roaene Air Walterboro Dunswody James & Pulloch New York Roosevelt Irvine Bulloch Alabama Kearsarge James Dunnedy Bulloch Europe

Suppressed Paris Sheet Fetches Twenty Dollars in London

London reports a suppressed Paris paper containing a grotesque caricature of King Edward now valued at twenty dollars per copy. British readers show appetite for provocative content as war journalists note tightened censorship and demand amid reforms.

London Paria Edward Sandewender Barts Thume Au Trinity

Arizona's New Governor and a Cavalry Regiment Story

A garbled historical piece references Arizona's new governor and military figures, including colonels and a cavalry regiment. It mentions West Point graduates, the 3oth century era, and assignments to cavalry units, with scattered notes on promotions, muster days, and battles in the western territories. The text is fragmented but centers on governance, military leadership, and service record details.

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Kansas City Return Fare and Livestock Exhibition Details

Advertising snippet mentions a Kansas City and Return fare of 2.67 via the Banta Fe line, noting dates October 18 to 26 with six trains daily each way. References an electric ol and a Dr. Thomas product in druggists, plus a garbled note about giveaways or events.

Tomas Thosas

Kansas City Return 2 67 via Santa Fe Exhibition Tickets

Accoupt of horseshow and live stock exhibition in Kansas City and return 2 67 via the Santa Fe tickets on sale October 2. Tickets include early and inclusive options until October 2. She trains a day each way.

Uckets

Mrs Roosevelt on Thrift in Winter Wardrobe Plans

Mrs Roosevelt discussed a thrifty approach to winter dress, asserting a woman with common sense can dress well on 20 a year. She plans three gowns yearly of high quality, favoring durable materials and classic styles, with outfits for both street and formal occasions. She will travel to New York next month to finalize wardrobe details for the season.

Roosevelt Washington Archibaldi Kermit

Killed by Automobile Near West Point

Frederick E Benedict son of B C Benedict an intimate friend of former President Cleveland died when an automobile they rode in slid on a wet hill near West Point. Grenville Kane guest of Benedict was also injured as the car toppled over a breakwater while en route to a football game.

H. Benedict Cleveland West Point Frederick EL. Benedict B.C. Benedict Reland Grenville Kane Benedict Mr. Kane Min Kane Mr. Benedict Centeut Valtex

Fuller Opens Paris Season With Sada Yacco Troupe

Lole Fuller inaugurates her Paris season at the Ube Athenee with the Sada Yocco Japanese troupe. A high society audience including US Ambassador Porter and Count de Castellane witnessed the gala, with President Lebrun and French deputies present incognito. The Japanese maleator performance reportedly ends in ritual suicide, causing shock among attendees.

Parla Lole Fuller Paris Ube Athenee United States Porter Constantinonl Hint de Castellane Onna Gould Count Deat Leopold Lonbet Caurales Derah Gerome Victorien Saradou Paul

Sherif Cook Pursues Robert Heed After Insanity Charge

Sherif Cook was called to Tecumpeh this morning to arrest Robert Heed who terrorized the neighborhood and was said to be insane. Reel appeared before probate court a week ago on insanity, failing to prove lack of reason. he will face another trial on the same charge.

Sherif Cook Tecumpeh Robert Heed Reel

Wanted Help and Jobs Ad Mischief From Old Paper

Classified help wanted notes show positions for dress making, general housework, a good cook, and sales roles. Entries list locations such as Ith Ave and 341 Western Ave, with earnings like 15 k and $1, plus mentions of the A. G. Harbaugh Co. in Cleveland and Triumph Co. in Dallas Texas. The tone is terse, listing multiple job types and basic requirements or compensation.

K. Ith Ave Western Ave A. G. Harbaugh Co Cleveland Triumph Co Dallas Tex

Stolen Mare Misses From Lot Corner Huntavior

Stated to be a dark bay mare about 15 hands high and 10 years old. Bump on torn leg. Any information leading to recovery will be reported. Contact R A Richards at 111 West 6th Street.

Lot Huntavior R.A. Richards W. 6Th St

For Sale Real Estate Listings and Mover Ad Notes

Classified note lists several vacant lots and cottages for sale near Washburn carine Wyrian Fifth cottage near car Line and Gillmore area. Mentions burning site Lincoln near 6th and 12th street. Includes house mover Bee Tan dy and M. Heory box bale ad and payments terms on lots. F J Brown Columbian Building advertises sale.

Washburn

Curious 7 Tales from London on War Office Reform

London cables report tension between Lord Roberts and Mr. Brodrick over South African policy. The War Office is seen as unreformed due to powerful permanent officials, while military figures favor Kitchener to cut red tape and run the war in businesslike fashion.

New York London Tribune Lord Roberts Brodrick Ible Pall Mall War Office Lord Kitchener

Plans and models of the Queen Victoria memorial on view

New York hosts a public inspection of the Queen Victoria memorial plans and models next fortnight. Critics and suggestions from the Foreign Office exhibit have led to changes mainly in the monumental group sketch by sculptor Mr Flrock. Architectural plans for the queen's garden, led by architect Mr Aston Wettle, are displayed in plaster while other architects’ plans are reviewed.

New York St. James Park Condon Foreign Office Flrock Queen's Garden Architec Aston

Santos Dumont Seen As Prize Winner In Debate

New York dispatch reports editorial debate over whether Santos Dumont met the 30 minute limit to win the Deutsch prize. Most papers and officials support his victory, while the Matin questions the timing and a Paris committee faces criticism amid public enthusiasm and accusations of quibbling.

Paria New York Santos Dumont Parlana Matin Marquix de Dion Includizur Figaro Gaulois Temps Baron de Zuylen Automobile Club Tribune Paris

FOR RENT And SALE Notices From Topeka Journal Ads

A long string of classifieds lists rental offerings including rooms, houses, and furnished apartments, with several entries for furnished rooms, modern conveniences, and rates. It also enumerates numerous sale items such as gas chandeliers, base burners, a milk cow, and restaurant space.

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Notice of Nontransferable Contract by Topeka Agency

I hereby give notice that T will not be bound by any debts contracted by M. re Sturdy vin or F Stara. Topeka Advertising Agency will handle bills and samples for distribution. Address: Clye McCarter, 16th and Washington streets, Topeka.

Notich M. Re Sturdyvin F Stara Topeka Wart Yon Istribe Fontora

Exchange ad seeks to acquire residence and business property

An old classifieds notice from Topeka lists J W Jones and Bon soliciting property exchanges. It mentions a favored area on Kansas Avenue and invites responses via J P Taylor, Sen, in Kan. The ad notes a forthcoming approach to assume a mortgage and requests farm or other listings within mules of Topeka.

J. W. Jones & Bon Kansas Ave Topeka J. P. Taylor Kan

Lost and found items scattered around local streets

Multiple notices list losses and finders around Kansas Avenue and Tyler Street. Items include a light beaver with eight martin tails, a lady's purse, a black leather note case with three payable notes, a black cheviot jacket, and a brown pointer dog with white feet and nose. Rewards offered. contact details given for returns.

Kansas Ave Tyler St Tyler Sth St Star W. A Warner & Potter Sth Quincey Topeka BH Marin H.W. Seery

Shawnee County to vote levy for permanent improvements

The Shawnee County board orders a special election on November fifth to approve a one mill tax on all taxable property for two years to fund permanent improvements for county fairgrounds. The proposition, published in Topeka outlets, directs voting at usual polling places and outlines election conduct under state law.

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Special Election Called in Shawnee County for Bridge Levy

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners calls a special election to authorize a twenty thousand dollar levy for constructing a steel wagon bridge across the Kansas River near the old sugar refinery in Mission Township. The election, to be held November fifth, 1901, will be published in the Topeka State Journal and Topeka Daily Capital, with voting at designated precincts and governed by state election laws.

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