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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1902

Page

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Doomed Martinique Doom Feared After Pelee Eruption

New York dispatch reports Martinique doomed by Mont Pelee eruption. Massive ash falls reach Fort de France as Morne La Croix collapses. 2000 believed dead. Guadeloupe and St Lucia affected with fires, floods, and widespread panic as authorities seek evacuations.

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Weather Forecast Says Generally Fair Tonight and Saturday

Government forecast release notes generally fair conditions for tonight and Saturday with potential east portion threats. Morning low around 34 degrees with light south wind near 19 mph. Temperature readings through the morning show a rising trend from 32 at 7 o'clock to 76 by late morning.

Suenncaneter Tollaws

Admirals clash as Higginson fleet shells Wright and Michie

Reports from New London describe Fort Wright firing 329 shots while Fort Michie engaged the fleet, with maneuvers near Fort Terry and Block Island. Ships anchored off Narragansett Bay as the battle line formed and a war balloon was damaged at Point Judith. Assist Secretary Sanger aboard Narada observed the scene.

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Baldwin Explains Why Pole Attempt Failed

London reports Evelyn EB Baldwin telegraphed to the Associated Press detailing why he failed to reach the pole and clarifying a dispute with Capt. Johanssen of the America. He cites harsh ice, poor conditions, and the decision to delay to protect supplies. He defends crew credit and notes orders from the ice pilot and his representatives were ignored.

London Evelyn EB. Baldwin Associated Press Callovs Pole Johanssen America Tib Camp Zotgler Cmes Teplitz Bay Greenland Renkona

Deaths and Funerals for Mrs Emma Tobias in St Louis

The funeral for Mrs Emma Tobias who died last Sunday night in St Louis will be held tomorrow at 10 o'clock. Interment is at Hochesiar cemetery.

Emma Tobias St. Louis Birot Hochesiar Cemetery

Clyde Watermelon Carnival Thrives Despite Short Harvest

Clyde Kansas September reports the fourth annual watermelon carnival succeeds with a large crowd, despite fewer melons due to wet weather flooding vines near the river. Organizers Danford Lake president and Weles secretary led events including battles staged by volunteers, parade decorations, and civic pride amid anecdotes from local officials and residents.

Clyde Kas Grange Gregg Turner Brothers Mother United States Clyde Ty Fair Danford Lake Br. Weles J. B. Toot Charley Crump Cipde James Carrick Marshal Carrick Kansas Apers Dugiligts Carnival Krupp

Floods and cholera sweep Japanese districts

Heavy rains caused floods and outbreaks of cholera across several Japanese districts. In Horohmi 79 people died and many were injured as houses and vessels were washed away. To Yamagushinto residents faced 19 deaths and 11 missing or displaced. Siawo province saw four drownings and four further deaths. Cholera claimed many coastal victims along the Asiatic shore.

Victoria Japan Horohmi Yamagushinto Siawo

Median ages shift in census findings amid population growth

Washington reports census data showing changes in median age across groups. The statement defines median age as the age at which half the population is younger and half older, noting variations among white and colored populations and regional differences.

Washington Renu Lana Tal Taine Mongollune Wien

Of Interest to B Pinas SES a nage feshell rapl

Fragmented OCR text provides unclear details. The readable portions mention Lawrence and Willan with uncertain context. No definite event or outcome can be established from the legible segments.

Lawrence Han i. Certs Ashe

Kelly Won’t Do as Holton Recorder Drops Him

County clerk Flanagan doubts Kelly’s innocence after review of Miami County records. M M Beck of the Holton Recorder reports two Miami County correspondents condemn Kelly, prompting the Recorder to drop him from the Republican slate. The paper cites county records and a $1300 repayment as corroboration of concerns about Kelly’s conduct and integrity.

M. M. Beck Holton Recorder Republican Party of Kansas T. T. Kelly Mr. Kelly Mr. Meek Kansas Miamar Recorder’s Actio Republican State Kelly B. F. Simpson Biiam Paola Miami County Recorder Kas M.M. Beck Holton Kan T .Kelly Tom Siave A. L. Planasrats Flanagan Tran anti-Kelly Beck Topeka Repupil Wrent Ee Micerescue

County treasurer candidate faced with theft doubt

The Walnut Valley Daily Times notes a split stance on whether the candidate should be trusted with state funds. Supporters urge caution, while critics press for removal, arguing a businessman would reject a thief, and fear the central committee may not act before the ticket is set.

of & Ft Kelly Seeine Walnut ‘Yelley Daily ‘Times Tom Helty Republican “Notaries Miami County Central Committee Ucket

Court Stays Murder Case Over Ill Health Report

Truxton Heart and Thomas H Williams charged with attempting to murder Frederick Murriel publisher of the News Letter by printing a slanderous article. Counsel asked for a continuance as a condition of the defendant’s illness prevents appearance. Marriott’s physicians report steady recovery and warn against blood poisoning.

San Francisco Set. K Lef Thy Tor Sore Marriott Bain

Matos Not Ready As Caracas Revolt Shifts Command

Barcelona Venezuela September report says Rui Matas the revolutionary leader has ordered Zaraza forces to concentrate toward Alta Gracia before moving to Caracas. About 12 00 men left San Carlos 190 miles from Alta Gracia cannot reach the province before a fortnight, delaying a decisive battle. President Castro remains inactive near Ocumare. General Domingo Monagas, commander of the main army of General Matas, died September 1 at La Pascua.

Barcelona Venezuela Associated Press Matos Rui Zaraza Alta Gracia Caracus San Carlos Castro Ocumare Domingo Monagas Matas la Pascum

Roosevelt After Lions Hawks Likely September Visit

Fragmentary notes indicate President Roosevelt plans another lion hunt later this month in the White River country of the state. Word reached for him to prepare for a possible return visit as weather reports show varied temperatures in major cities.

Roosevelt Sylvester Albany Orly White River Ham

Decided Stand on Trust Question Divides British Unions

London reports a Trades Union Congress session debating trust control and wartime labor policy The Manchester Jewish Trades union urged lowering naturalization fees for long-standing members while calls grew for parliamentary reform to ensure broader representation The congress also supported barring under 15s from textile and non textile factories and condemned capitalist trusts as harming workers The Men’s cigar makers association pushed for national ownership to curb concentrated capital and protect workers amid war concerns

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Evans to Move Up in Rock Island Rail Path

Rumor says W P Ryans assists general attorney may become general attorney for St Louis line of Rock Island abroad. Evans reportedly refuses to confirm but is believed to be appointed to the new position as St Louis opens for travel. Evook has served 15 years with Rock Island and earned a strong reputation.

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Mills Store News Promotes New Garments for Saturday

Mills' Store News announces special attention this Saturday with new goods arriving in profusion. Styles are distinctly new and of internal design. The display features Natty Garments including an Oxford Zibiline suit and other self stitched, band trimmed pieces.

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