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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1901

Page

6

Three Parties Hunt for Miss Stone in Bulgaria Mystery

In New York Oct 15 reports from Beta correspondents claim three parties pursue Miss Stone, the American missionary, with a ten day deadline for her discovery. Rivalry between Turkish and Bulgarian authorities delays search as brigands threaten, officials say.

New York Journal Sn ‘Advertiser Volooil Kautuhett Predeot Elade Mike Sgurida Dickinson Sedu Fapher Bamikoy Eure Darley Wore ‘Kish Dickinson Bins Stenn Turkey Wice Yerna Dichineon Eofla Bulgaria Miss Stone Mme

A Word for the Marines in General Heywood’s Report

Brigadier General Charles Heywood notes the Marines’ strong strength and efficiency over the past year while recommending Congress raise the commandant’s rank to major general to align with army structure. He argues for equal treatment with navy officers who served in the Civil War and commends the corps for meeting demanding transportation and supply needs.

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Powers Convicted Again in Goebel Murder Case

In Georgetown Kentucky on October 2 Caleb Powers was found guilty again in the Goebel murder case and sentenced to life imprisonment. The courtroom reaction was dramatic with women embracing and crying as Powers sat still while the verdict was read. A new trial motion followed the verdict.

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Burton Targeted in Suit for Nine Promissory Notes

Senator J H Burton faced a Missouri service of a petition in a suit brought by Merrimac River Savings Bank of Lancheaster New Hampshire for money borrowed in 1888. The notes totaled nine with one for $1,000 and seven for $1.20 each. Interest of $26,727 has accrued with no payments since 1894. Alfred Gregory and Deputy Sheriff Louis Roenberg executed service in Missouri amid a tense chase, while Burton dismissed the action as baseless and linked to prior Colorado cases later affected by statute of limitations.

Kansas City Washington J. H. Burton Senator Burton Bia Union Depot Santa Fe Missouri Lipsey House Hosenberk J. Ralph Burton J. R. Burt “Hoth Wattlawyer Lancheater N. H Burton Coloraddo Denver Mrr Crippen, Lawrence & Co Gregory Colorado

Topeka Stops Interest on Santa Fe Bond Loan

The city of Topeka halted 6 percent interest payments on the Santa Fe bond loan. Banks fronting the short term loan sent funds to St Louis and the bonds returned to buyers, leaving Topeka without bond redemption. About $1,100 in interest has been paid, $200 more than needed if bonds had sold instead of borrowing. The Bond Buyer notes widespread municipal bond difficulties, with New York counties postponing issues as markets ease.

Topeka St. Louis Hond Buyer New York Iseneaar 2 Foren The State Journal Endee Emece fenAly Bamine Gallese Jeserstat Paul Ruilies Paeife Armalgn Wily Sowars FA Geinek Alerpurl Paine Clukeaara Tore WenRo Packie Mail Tiultation Jens Jarke Chicago Northwest UN Pointe Honda Manhettan Amaigemat Seavis

Still Struggling in Habeas Corpus Case

Judge Hazen tests the habeas corpus challenge against the Inquisition law in Waldo Calvin case. County Attorney Galen Nicholy and ant Attorney AL Bedden present. GC Clemens and GT Hiangle defend the opposition. Lawyers argue the law is unconstitutional and would restrict county attorneys and assistants from proceeding if upheld.

Hazen Beard Waldo Calvin Galen Nicholy Seers AL. Bedden GC. Clemens GT Hiingale

Diplomatic settlements listed by South African envoy

Major General Sir John C Arianeh announces settlements with many nations on compensation claims. Amounts for United States 26000, Austria 50000, Spain 1800, Sweden Norway 1000, Switzerland 250, Belgium 800, others noted. A separate court scene reports a detainee found dead in his cell amid testifying inquiries.

Lomaon Comemanion John C.arianeh Netherlands United Staten Austria Sao Tusela Linis Spain Sweden Norway Switzerland Belgium

Cross Examined on Plans of Battle In Naval Trial

The testimony recounts Captain Lemly and Admiral Simpson discussing plans of battle and the need for written versus verbal instructions. Questions cover sighting ships, number of vessels, and whether captains received confidential guidance, with reference to May dates and Cienfuegos.

Zercon Banes Srs Soe Lemiy Mr. Rayner Sam Brooklyn Lemly Saimpson Chanturgos Santartron

Roosevelt 43 Celebrates Birthday at White House

President Roosevelt marked his 43rd birthday with church services at the Attle Dutch Reform Church and a quiet White House celebration. Cabinet members called to extend congratulations as guests and family shared a decorated table and cake.

Washington Airthdue

Brubaker Not Held For Forgery Acquitted In Hearing

John Brubaker was discharged after a preliminary forgery hearing in city court. He is a member of the hog stealing quartet and was accused of altering a check from Wolff Packing Co. to resemble a bearer document. The court ruled the endorsement invalid and the jury returned an acquittal.

John Brubaker Brubaker Quartette EK C. Shank Wolff Packing Co

Big Fraud Found In Boston Brokers Arrested

Boston October 28 1900 officials report one of the citys largest fraud cases tied to J M Fisher & Co brokers accused of using the U S mint to defraud. Authorities allege about 1 million dollars have been taken since January 1 1900 through investment schemes promising large returns in stock pools and misleading investors requiring immediate further funds as stock quotes dropped.

Boston Mailshal J. M Fisher, & Co U. S. Teai Pe Mit Brwala

Barber Asphalt Pavement to Resume Work in Topeka

Barber Asphalt Pavement Company returns to Topeka with KC manager Demarest and Topeka supervisor Buckley to finish required repairs. Work starts Wednesday with crews roving major sections including Quincy, Eighth, Second, Third, Jackson, and Kansas avenues. Minor North Topeka repairs and others will follow as needed.

Minly TAL Lite Company Topeka Wichita H. W. Buckley Matardal Demarest McCabe Buckley Toveka W. G. Sterne Barber Asphalt Comming Quincy Epighth Tenth Jackson Morrison Kaneis Avenue Kansas Avenue Tobeka Amany

Birmingham Oratory Memorial Fuss Over Newman Plans

The London Chronicle notes a simple memorial plan for the Birmingham Oratory honoring Cardinal Newman. The intended design imagines a miniature St Mark's Venice and faces criticism for its ambitious scope and perceived impracticalities.

London Chronicle Birmingham Oratory Cardinal Newman Chey Jesien Ewan St Mark’s Venice Cole Hell Newman Birnies Birmingham Duke of Nort Farhan

Franklin and the kite myth from a Portland reminiscence

An eccentric fragment imagines Benjamin Franklin observing lightning from a back fence as he experiments with a Leyden jar. A neighbor interrupts with mock bravado, while Franklin replies that his quiet pursuits, not fame on battlefields or theater, sustain his life and knowledge.

Franklin Portland Oregonian Benjamin Franklin Mr. Franklins Aiea

Proud Day for Yost in Ann Arbor Triumph

In Ann Arbor Michigan routed Buffalo 22 touchdowns and 18 goals, a record score against a major foe. Coach Gordon praised Michigan's teamwork and offense, noting an average of over a touchdown every two minutes and 297 season points, while Yost and assistant Owens were key to the victory.

Ann Arbor Mich Under & Johnstown University of Buffalo Ditchigan Buffalo Michigan Columbia Lehigh Gordon Harvard Yale Princeton Regents Yost Bennie Owens Kansas

Naval Cadet Loveman Noa Killed by Natives Near Samar

Secretary Long reports Rear Admiral Rodgers confirms a dispatch stating Naval Cadet Loveman Noa, on shore near Nipuni pa Samar, was killed by natives on October 7 during a boat expedition. Noa, from Tennessee, entered Annapolis in 1896 and, after graduating in 1900, served two years at sea aboard the gunboat Mariveles patrolling Philippine waters.

Washington Long Rodgers Associated Press Mariveles Philippine

Farmer and wife arrested for selling liquor near town

Mr and Mrs A C Gregory living three miles south of town on Bar Vincome road were arrested last Saturday for selling liquor. They pled not guilty and gave an appearance bond. A case of hop tea was confiscated. Hutchinson Kan Oct 223 George Updegraff committed death by own action Saturday. His body found on Ed Bil eis farm near the city, suspected financial reverses after years of fortune.

A. C. Gregory Bar- Vincome Road Justice Queen's Court Hutchinson Kas George Updegraf Ed Bilei Updegraff

Maintaining Discipline in a Philadelphia Telegraph Tale

A trade journal recounts a master builder who suspects a British workman, Malcolm Campbell, of tardiness. The employer checks the site finds the joiner smoking with kit closed, dismisses him after awarding four days pay. The foreman learns the man was simply seeking a job, not loafing.

Philadelphia Telegraph Malesim Campbell Malcolm Camit Beatt Piri la

Wheat market slips on showers and light demand

Chicago wheat opened easier as Argentine showers weigh on futures. December led the fall with narrow price moves in a wide market. Mixed statistics influenced sentiment as North Midwest receipts fell and world breadstuff shipments eased. Local receipts measured against contracts. Minneapolis-Duluth car counts reported weak gains.

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Snavs Pills Promised to Cure Many Ailments

An old advertisement touts Snavs Pills claiming to cure fevers, stomach issues, lack of perspiration, and various listed symptoms. It states the pills will free the system of all afflictions and are sold at druggists.

Chicago Market News Sketches Mixed Grain and Livestock Trends

A fragmented report details wheat and corn fluctuations with easing oats and beef demand. It notes receipts and shipments across markets, with price movements and regional differences, mentioning Chicago and Kansas City as focal points and indicating continued activity into the week.

Market notes and mixed gains on New York stocks

An inland summary of the New York stock market describes cautious gains and declines. Trading shows copper, steel and textile shares moving with uneven momentum, while government monetary policy and cotton futures influence broader sentiment and price levels.

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