03 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1901
Page
1
In a lengthy dispatch from Washington Kansans report strong support for General Sickles in the national capital scene led by Guy W Stone of Lawrence. The piece traces lobbying by Army veterans and political figures as Cleveland era events stir debate about nominations and inaugurations.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference United States Minister Conger and events near Tianjin with mentions of official actions and various names. The text is garbled but implies diplomatic activity and monitoring of a protest or incident involving multiple individuals and locations.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a deputy being held up amid scattered details. Mentions a nurse, a plotter named Kerviin, and possible names like Pieter. Weather note references a September forecast with light winds and possible rain in the southwest.
Hakton Kan Sept 3 The trial of W A Killsmire for the murder of his wife opened with a bid for a change of venue. The body of Mrs Killsmire was found beaten in a ditch near Holt. Neighbors report a troubled marriage and the husband’s abrupt departure for Texas before his arrest in Kansas City. The investigation details a series of deceptive claims to the children as they sought the missing mother.
Vice President Roosevelt addresses Civil War veterans and friends at the Fourth ward Republican club Wigwam in Mitrespotia Minnesota. He recalls service in the cavalry division under Joe Wheeler and notes many veterans’ fathers fought for the Confederacy while others answered Lincoln’s call. A reception is planned from 2 to 3 this afternoon at the Commercial building before his 8 o clock departure for Chicago.
Reports from Pittahirs and nearby areas indicate mixed results in the steel strike. New workers, reportedly bribed, entered the Star plant while some mills resumed or continued operations with reduced or absent material. Officials express cautious optimism about a broader restart plan as police presence remains limited and talks continue.
Police detained a derelict after an alleged assault attempt on a year old girl in a rural area. Witnesses described the suspect as erratic and attempted to flee the scene toward a distant town before being restrained at a telegraph pole crossroads. The child cried out, and bystanders intervened, leading to the suspect’s temporary detention and later release while authorities pursued formal charges.
A London dispatch dated September 3 notes a Pretoria report stating since August 26 Nineteen Boers killed three mounted seventy one and a half 7I yand prisoners and 127 surrendered and that 194 rifles 27 26 rounds of ammunition 1700 horses and Toi head of cattle have been cub.
A formal protest asserts that her territory has been unlawfully invaded, condemning the action as without justification. The statement emphasizes national sovereignty and calls for peaceful resolution through diplomatic channels.
The Herald reports Venezuelan troops led by exiled revolutionaries crossed from Colombia into Venezuela, provoking government protests and a diplomatic standoff. Venezuela denounces the act as a grave breach of international law while Colombia denies direct participation and calls for explanations. The Caracas government vows to suspend relations with the Colombian legation while seeking a peaceful resolution.
Governor Stanley announces seven of thirteen district judges are to be replaced or retained amid partisan fights. Key seats include the Thirtieth district and references to reappointments in the Seventeenth and Thirty-seventh districts. Names linked to contested nominations include Thompson Madixon Laddell Smith and others, with old soldier backers noted.
Frank H. Foster seeks 300 from the Commercial Club to stage Cresceus arrival in Topeka around November 1. He pledges to fund a race with a $15 purse limited to horses descended from Robert McGregor and to field at least four to eight horses aiming for 2 20. George H. Ketcham offers 500 in assurance, Cresceus requires at least two thousand in sight to start.
A shooting incident occurred at the Road House on West Sixth Street run by Leu Arnold. A drunken patron was ejected after becoming disorderly. In the yard a man drew a revolver, fired at the house, shot holes in the siding, and the hackman restrained him and closed the door before heading into town.
A torn OCR summary says Alma bonds issue triggers a $35 000 outlay and $80 000 via Alma bank with remainder by local farmers The Gerrard Trust Co insolvency caused the call on the city The bank bears the heavy debt Thirty years term promised by the bank amid road work uproar and political tension surrounding tax payers and bondholders
Fragmented report mentions Mrs Alaugh and Mrs Morton Arpanga with unclear context about injuries. The readable text lacks coherent details, names, dates, or places to confirm the incident or its outcome.
The speech centers on territorial appointments and non political status. Burton argues the territorial offices should be protected and not politicized. He references Senate debates, public reactions, and the role of politicians in appointive posts.
Fragmentary OCR describes a night incident involving wires and an apparent death linked to Edward Doherty. Names like Talat Doherty and Kurese CS Me Seyit appear amid garbled text. The report mentions hospital or business ties and a potential citywide impact in Omaha but lacks clear details.
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