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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1902
Page
5
The piece critiques dealers and speculators in New York during a crisis, tracing inflated prices from 19 to 22 dollars and the role of interviews and editorials. It argues that speculation and deceptive pricing harmed the public, while authorities and editors attempt to balance justice and profit.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Democratic Party struggles, figures like Tein Jebrinon and Obiemnt Hill, and the balance with Republicans in Ohio and New York. It hints at factional dominance by Girvan wing and concerns over unity, with broad warnings about avoiding division during upcoming elections.
Editorial note laments coal dealers amid a Washington mood and New York talk of tying reform to political pressure. It hints at sting operations or investigations and a developing strategy to curb coal interests.
Local notes report Burrton betting on tighter rents, farm markets, and winter fears as residents discuss upkeep. A Galena operator cites strikes while Neodesha and Decatur County residents react to local events, including revival baptisms and church activity. Amid confusion, a dairy project near Neodesha angers rivals. officials in White and Helloe counties face bitter contention. A Jacksonian stand is noted as election chatter and street activity spill into the week.
Fragmented verse and caricatured reflections appear in a Philadelphia Record column. The spoof lines mock temperance rhetoric and social pretensions, with jumbled phrasing and stray names hinting at a satirical society critique.
The Gemineretal club led by John E Frost plans a discreet committee to lobby for lower inner freight rates in the city. Members will be kept secret to avoid retaliation from rail interests, while Topeka shippers are urged to unite for fair treatment and advocate needs.
The passage presents a fractured satirical dialogue on coal strike tension and social attitudes. It contrasts those with conscience against those without, and questions who can support a daughter on work. A philosophic aside notes people’s readiness to lend aid versus seek gain.
Reflections from a New York Presa piece on vanity and desire, noting how wine stains alter words and how a woman's notion of herself equates to curls. The text hints at envy of a man and the lure of photographs, suggesting a ready pose for a future romantic encounter.
The Society of Friends in Indianapolis issues a call to all Christian denominations to appoint delegates for a Washington conference beginning March in 1906. The aim is practical unity to oppose liquor traffic, with a prayerful approach and no fixed representation limits. Delegates from eleven yearly meetings will attend, led by Edmund Stanley and Elmwood Ellas.
Fragmented local report notes trees at the city hall north end must be cut down to allow an aerial truck to maneuver and access the Glass Factories. Additional disruptions include Vinewood Richway leaving and safety concerns tied to industrial access and transit. London and Glasgow items mention detachment plans and wage actions.
Tallestine Davis died at home at 4 25 a m Sunday aged years in Lawrence at 2 Connecticut Street He was connected with the ticket department and was the father of many years of devoted service The notice appears in the Deaths and Funerals column as part of the local obituary listings.
Miss Bessie Groom of Wamego enters Stormont hospital to train as a nurse. Eric Wahleren of Fort Riley injured by a horse fall, his mother notified. The First Christian church group hosts a secret talk and debate at Dr Seams home. Anthreon & Co win a court ruling against Rock Island railroad. no right to sue in Justice Dine court. Ged set my thoes in the rainatrel, and a Commercial Club meeting discusses holiday plans. Mrs Patrick Maliady’s charges against May Parker are noted. a widow left with resources is questioned. Judge Hazen rejects a trial in the case of Moener Brothers for 11,060 in damages. Mrs Leste Bard and son visit Doorka. Mr Mibara, once wed here, now owns a large cattle ranch.
Contractors recut misset tiling at the state house after tests by State House Architect John Stiniom. The Executive Council requires all faulty tiling to be replaced to meet contract terms before payment, promising no shoddy work under the current administration.
F Cellier, active in the Southeastern state, rallied veterans and bowlers for a movement of the Pedleration of La er, returning from Swreper where he organized a union of veterans. He plans to tour Chanute and other western towns early this week, promising arrivals from St. Louis and East Elm.
The Oconit Science club of Topeka Kansas denounces a recent harmful claim against Mrs Wagner. They assert the report is cowardly malicious and untrue and defend Mrs Wagner against the trumpeted accusation seen last Tuesday. The group numbering several hundred condemns the spreading of the false tale.
A terse pledge declares implicit trust in the nation's honor and honesty. It resolves that a copy of the resolution be published in each daily paper and in the Progressive Thinker. Bechet as President and GB. Payne as Secretary oversee the dissemination.
Major T J Anderson and H J Allen urge State Auditor Cole to summarize Kansas board purchases. Vouchers show 7 3 percent of total buys came from outside Kansas over the four years, with more than 1 000 000 spent in state and about 80 000 outside. Some funds covered hard maple flooring for refurbishing state buildings. Acares of purchases for each institution inside and outside the state are listed for the past four years.
A Topeka program offers three Wagnerian lectures by Mrs Hertha Kune Becker and ensemble. Readings include Jus tin Huithy McCarthy's If I Were King. Tickets go on sale this week at Kansas avenue stores with 50 cent admissions after initial seats sell. Also report Minneaporte man Christopher Nereberk is jailed three years for bribery.
An old advertisement promotes Dr Fenner's Kidney and Backache cure with testimonials claiming life saving effects. It mentions a sufferer who valued the remedy for kidney disease and weight loss, plus a free consultation and a cook book offer. The text includes fragmented names and claims of medical relief.
The anthracite strike commission met in the interstate commerce hearing room with all members present. Miners represented by Mitchell and Faby faced coal companies led by Baer and Thomas as debates began on procedure and admissible evidence for the case arising from the strike over miners demands.
New York Oct 27 The maximal board of arbitration of the National Association of Baseball Clubs convened to weigh the dispute between the Western and American Leagues. Key figures include Brice of Columbus Watkins of Indianapolis Sexton of the Western League and Van Brunt of St Joseph. Proposals would retire Western League areas Kansas City Milwaukee shift to the American Association. London port plan advances as Lord Mayor chaired talks on port improvements with merchants bankers and manufacturers guiding a government approach. A representative committee from the City of London was formed to liaise with authorities.
The hearing resumes at 11 o'clock as city and company attorneys reopen the testimony in the gas company matter. Secretary Morgan faces cross examination about records, with city counsel seeking details on entries and company actions. Strong witnesses are expected as the case proceeds, with both sides tight lipped on how many witnesses remain to testify.
Secretary Coburn settles in the state board of agriculture suite in the executive building. The old museum items related to agriculture move to the academy of science. The main room will host assistants at desks while Coburn’s private room becomes a furnished office and packing area for reports. An edition of the board’s gift is prepared and shipped from a near storage area with a window opening to the outside for efficient book handling.
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