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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1901
Page
1
Officials in Auburn prepare for the execution of Leon Czolguss, to be carried out by electric chair. Details describe guards and procedures, the death chamber setup, and safeguards against disturbances as the event approaches with the condemned to be burned posthumously along with belongings.
A New York physician explains brain removal may occur with consent, while the warden plans to dispose of Colgoss body, clothing, and belongings by fire after autopsy. For 30 hours before execution no condition details will be released, and a formal statement will cover last hours and autopsy results. Father of the condemned speaks of family regret and acceptance.
Pred Matchett was held up by two white men in a buggy near Garfield Park on North Kansas Avenue. He fired as they demanded money, was shot in the calf, and believes he wounded one assailant. He walked to his sister’s home on North Kansas Street with no arrest or clear description of the robbers.
Light rain measured under a quarter inch in Topeka while San Francisco reports a six-inch barometric movement eastward. Forecast calls for showers tonight into Tuesday with cooler temperatures and a south wind reaching 33 miles per hour. Divorce decree becomes absolute in London as Lady Russell ends marriage with Earl Fussell amid bigamy allegations involving Mrs Somerville.
London Oct 38 The King Alfred the largest cruiser in the world was successfully launched at Barrow in Furness today. The ship is reported to have a speed of 23 knots and a strong weather outlook accompanies the event. Chicago Oct 26 Forec ast for Kali max threatening with showers tonight to fresit to drink south pentean seat.
Hugh Wallace Sr 73 is jailed after his son Hugh Wallace Jr 38 is wounded twice in a barnyard shooting at their Rossville home. Both accounts clash over motive with no witnesses. Authorities call the case puzzling as relatives describe a quarrel over land and a possible self inflicted shot.
Sedalia on October 23 reports Brenna, formerly a business manager of the Red Wine Republican, purchased the Sedalia Morning Capital from Dr. T. T. Cutford for 10000 dollars. John J. Gunduir will edit, making it the only Swetish Republican Journal in Pettis county.
A daughter was born yesterday to the Duchess of Manchester formerly Miss Helene Zimmerman of Cincinnati. Both mother and child are doing well. The infant will be named Maury Alva Stone.
Port Townsend Washington October 24 Two steamers arrive from Nome carrying 1 209 passengers The Senator reports 25 in gold aboard the Garonne 7 The Beaster left Nome October 19 with 500 000 in gold Snow and ice signal an approaching long winter Noese steamers Queen Valencia Roanoke expected to bring about 2 000 more travelers and many more may return if transport can be secured A murder and a stabbing are reported in the north A telegraph line between St Michael and Fort Gibbon is in working order The Nome grand jury reports true bills Judge Wickersham upholds mining rules noting mineral regulations do not override US mining laws
Kansas City Oct 2 X Ross Sheridan 28 a fan from Independence Mo yesterday shot and mortally wounded Writ Berkey seven of El Reno Ok at the electric depot in Independence. Sheridan aimed over the shoulder of Clara Williams the grass widow and fired Berkey fell. Williams protected Sheridan, others summoned, Berkey asked if he was badly wounded. The man refused to fear for his life telegraphed his father at Geuda Springs and begged no word to his mother. Friends say Berkey is son of wealthy parents at Geuda Springs.
Fourth district Democrats announce J. T. Evans of El Dorado as their candidate for Congress. Evans is cashier of Farmers and Merchants National Bank and has held several Butler County offices. The nominating note came from El Dorado, Kansas on October 28.
In Omaha on October 28 James Callahan faced arraignment before Judge Keysor on a perjury charge from his testimony. Earlier proceedings in the highway robbery case involving Edward J. Cudahy’s son yielded a forum change and docket exchange. testimony began this afternoon after the judge ruled on the jury question.
Copenhagen reports slow talks between the government and US minister SS Swenson over the sale of the Danish West Indies. A royal family member with commercial ties is blamed for stirring opposition, hindering transfer efforts and prompting hopes that a new obstacle will emerge to block the deal.
Sultan reports another installment paid on the Cramps account in Philadelphia bringing total paid to about 70,000 pounds. Temperature notes list highs and lows for major cities with readings from Chicago to St Louis, including New York 53 and Philadelphia 50 degrees.
A state convention adopted a resolution urging the White House to bar wine from official use. The measure references Mrs Onanveih and calls for prohibition of wine at presidential events.
Admiral Schley testifies under oath with Mr Rayner asking about conversations with Evans and Sharp, his signals and actions from Cienfuegos to Santiago, and the Brooklyn’s course. The large audience and recall of Harlow accompany the session as cross-examination proceeds.
General Miles urges radical army reorganization in his annual War Department report. He backs a military academy in Southern California and a War College in Washington, cites nationwide force distribution, and calls for centralized administration and restored subordinates. He notes budgetary and strategic implications amid campaigns in the Philippines, Cuba, and other territories.
National Bank of Commerce closes its doors in Omaha and transfers 290000 to Omaha National Bank. President Jff Keane cites limited capital and real estate stake, saying the bank cannot compete with larger rivals. Cashier W S Hectpe and vice president George E Burker named in the note.
Judge Haven refused City Attorney Boenver request to place engmer cases on the docket. Thirty appeals were filed late by Police Judge Lindway and would have come up this term. Judge Maren said he already had too much on hand and could not convene the cases this term. they will be heard at the same term. The delay stemmed from police officers failing to file on time.
Myron T. Herrick of Cleveland named ambassador to Italy in Washington on October 24. He is a personal friend of the late President McKinley and an admirer of Senator Hanna. Meyer will resign in the spring and Herrick will succeed him after the transition.
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