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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1901
Page
7
The Wabash Railroad claims to be the only line running through trains from Kansas City to Buffalo with sleeping cars to New York and the fastest time. It emphasizes a one day savings to New York and Boston and notes many travelers pass near Buffalo to view the Electric Display and Exposition grounds.
Governor Stenney chaired a hearing on the Osage County judgeship race with Cherica Briggs backing Heizer and J B Barnes leading. Briggs claimed delay on behalf of Heizer supporters, while Thomson sought prompt action, with Brigen and Briggs arguing over endorsements and recent nomination timing.
Berlin reports Herr Keuffmann sealed his appointment as Burgomaster by a small majority as many municipal voters were absent. The Kaiser’s stance on confirming the election remains uncertain, sparking speculations of a possible clash with the city authorities.
A German Russian banking syndicate led by Mendeteonin & Co and & Bivich rorder has arranged a government guarantee to lend 50 million marks for a Moscow to Kazan railway project. Missouri Purse excursion tickets go on sale for trips through St Louis on Sept 17 24 and Oct 1 at about one fare round trip with return by Sept 29. Kansas City flyers depart 9:58 AM 1:30 PM 2:58 PM and 3:05 PM with connections at St Louis for all roads. Equipment includes palace coaches and Pullman sleepers. For home visitors tickets and information contact SHASEH ETTLES A P Ai Kansas City Mo. Lord Milner visits Johannesburg Sept 16.
A fragment from North Topeka lists school books tablets shoes and hosiery sales at Costley & Post, plus notices of visits, gatherings, and residents traveling. It mentions Celia O Smith as recorder, weddings and parties, and a watermelon gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs M C Pennekamp with Woodbine Camp No. 3 invited.
A compact old ad touts a grocery and meat market claiming leadership with low prices and prompt delivery. It highlights items like granulated sugar, coffee, baking powder, pickles, bananas, and crackers, inviting orders by Terrence or Erwin and promising courteous service.
Announcement lists Mabion Pens and Waller Snook of Topeka and St. Joseph Mo as the couple, with the wedding planned for next month. Also notes the death of Elvan Fy at Riverside hospital from heart trouble and funeral details for his brother's house.
Washington September 12 The treasury announces continuation of bond purchases on the terms in force for weeks The department will consider proposals for buying long bonds at 4 per cent in 1988 and 1964 notes The time to submit proposals was three days and expired yesterday evening The department will also consider purchases at 4 per cent of 1988 not exceeding 140 flat
Dover notes coming sessions will address sweeping anti anarchist measures amid public debate. Governor comments on funding, state authority, and potential impact on civil liberties as lawmakers prepare to act. Contention centers on balancing security with forbearance and rights under new statutes.
A mixed report notes ongoing proposals and amendments to the Cuban constitutional draft, with Hood and others debating the electoral provisions as printers prepare the final revision. Nearby dispatches cover Emperor Nicholas aboard the Hohenzollern, Chinese minister Du Hai Houan in Berlin, and a new Hamburg America steamship order, plus weather and a local concert in Vinewood Park.
Fortytwo railway incidents were recorded across Germany in July. Casualties included two workers killed and several others injured with varying degrees of severity. The report notes scattered accidents affecting numerous routes and stations, reflecting ongoing safety concerns in the rail system.
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