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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1902
Page
12
A column of bridal arrangements and social gatherings dominates the page. It lists upcoming nuptials in Topeka and surrounding areas, receptions, club meetings, and party invitations, naming numerous families, locales, and hosts, with notices of dances, concerts, and Halloween plans.
Tickets for the St Paul winter lecture series at the First M. A. Church go on sale around November 1. Lectures and entertainments are expected to be popular in character and tickets offered at a popular price.
George W West defends his long service on the school board while accusing opponents of interrupting meetings and criticizing a locked Walnut Hill schoolhouse. He notes district voters supported halting the building and accuses the other side of improper influence and dependence. A Methodist pastor gives a Sunday sermon, drawing community attention to the dispute.
Philadelphia Associated Clubs announces plans to send an American cricket team to England next spring. Twenty two players are asked to confirm. a standard squad of 12 to 14 will be selected from those who reply. The tour may include fixtures with Yorkshire Lancashire Surrey Middlesex Kent Sussex Somerset Cambridge Oxford and colleges and clubs in Ireland Scotland and Marylebone Cricket Club.
In Indianapolis a Republican candidate for the legislature, Tarkington, spoke at anengine house in the Second ward. He urged turning out voters, stressing vote-getting to counter apathy and noting Democrats also should help mobilize, while thanking the audience at the close.
Real estate transfers include A C Andrews to Robert Welirick for 2700 on lots 110-111 in Orchard Place. The Orchard Place Lot Co. to S O U for 350 on lots 495-807 Kansas Avenue Orchard Fince addition. CE Gilman to Lorena Browning 1700 for north half of northwest quarter 35 The Vermont Savings Investment Co. to Clayton Ornebes 1703 on lots 235 and west half 233 Tenth Avenue West. Brooks Jr to Nell Dietrick 80 on lots 491 south half 454 Throop's addition. F J Forbes to Wm Crandall 2000 on part southeast quarter 15 H A Hunt to 3 A Kull 4800 on lots 84 and 65 North Jackson Street Addition. TL Buhlmayer to T H Corwin 800 on lots 319 and 21 Eventh Avenue Parkdale Addition and part lot 219 Farnsworth Addition. J R Mulvane to W Disney 55 on southwest quarter of northeast quarter 36-13-16. H Buehler to G E H Buehrer 1 on lots 436-28-40-42-44 Seward Avenue Heerys Subdivision. A F Buehter to same 1 on lots 436a6-40-42-44 Seward Avenue Heerys Sub. AW Eston KE Vorhela to J H Aees 200 on lot 4 Main Street Roseide.
The condition of J. Cooke improved this morning as he was able to sit up and take some nourishment after a period of illness. Putin-Ray 9 cited as weather-related note.
Chicago Oct. 2 A jury returned a verdict of guilty against Luke Wheeler and Captain Williams. Williams is sentenced to pay $1,500 and to serve six months in prison. Wheeler is fined $3,500 and given a two year term of imprisonment.
Former Industrial Institute superintendent Edward Stephens writes to the State Journal alleging his founders’ dispute with Mulvane and others, praising the judge’s fair application of law, recounting personal losses, and pledging to seek repayment of debts while honoring the institute’s legacy and its supporters. He laments ousting founders and vows to soon be heard again.
A second diphtheria case near Euclid School has been found. Homer Woodleigh, 19, grandson of Homer Hogue, lives at 1717 West Street and attends Euclid School. He is not yet seriously ill. Neighbors fear possible epidemic and consider temporary school closure if more cases arise.
Announcement that C C Blandin, manager of the Western Union tele graph office here, is appointed chief clerk in the superintendent of Western Union at Omaha. William C Carswell, manager of the Western Union office at Hutchinson, promoted to Topeka office. FW Heindel of Winfield takes Carswell’s Hutchinson post. Change dates to follow.
Chicago October 15 report hints at a leadership change with Hylta asserting Hy FR Nickerson, then vice president and general manager of the Mexican Central railroad, had been offered the presidency of the Southern Pacific pending formal confirmation tomorrow.
A historical note explains that the Dead Sea has no outlet and loses water by rapid evaporation in a hot climate. It cites an annual inflow of about 6.5 tons of water from the Jordan and other sources, with higher input during the rainy season and the water level kept low by evaporation.
A brief health ad notes pale faces among school girls blamed on pale blood and promotes Scott's Emulsion as blood food to restore beauty. It urges sending for a free sample and lists Scott & Browne Chemists in urgent terms.
The account describes a persistent dry haze over Dead Sea region with dry winds blowing between cliffs yes causing mist over the lake. Rain can briefly flare the surface while sun shines and humidity remains low. Jordan water near the sea becomes clear after mud and salt interactions. at the mouth the river splits into streams and changes course due to obstructions.
An old anecdote claims John Wesley told Mistresa Wealey that repeating advice is necessary. The passage promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for colds and grip, preventing pneumonia and noted as pleasant and safe. For sale by all druggists.
Davis Ky resident Carroll Smith praises Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and complaints claiming rapid relief. He asserts it cured throat and lung diseases when doctors failed and offers trial bottles free with a money back guarantee at 00 North Kansas Avenue.
Chicago Tribune notes a buoyant season as a quirky feature highlights a couple’s vow amid a day marked by local barbershop chatter. The piece blends light personality detail with a snapshot of urban life.
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