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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1902
Page
11
A report details ongoing license concerns involving the institution and appeals to the county attorney. It notes no license has been granted, potential legal steps, court activity, and related medical or welfare matters with references to local officials and dates. The piece references doctors, protests, and local residents amid a tense legal atmosphere.
Denver reports a diamond valued at 320 dollars found on a sidewalk near Sixth and Corbett. Mrs Beott, whose lost earring spurred a neighborhood search five years earlier, identified the jewel after crowds searched the area. Graders and street work disrupted the walk, but the ring was recovered amid the sandy earth.
Mrs Joan Bartholomew returns home to Topeka after a tour in New York and Boston. She studied art with access to the Vanderbilt and other private collections as well as English masters. Her remarks emphasize devotion to European art and thorough study planned for the state.
A man from Rock Island, Price, fell prey to a street swindle in which a con artist posing as a police officer convinced him to surrender his money. After Price handed over thirty dollars, the fake officer demanded more and disappeared with the cash, leaving Price aware he had been targeted by an audacious daylight scam.
Reforming chaotic report notes Henry Payne and a troupe touring to Topeka and Kansas City. The Sultan of Sain is billed for Grand Theatre Monday September 2 with fifty to sixty performers en route from Chicago. Public interest centers on the stage company’s crosscountry circuit including St Louis Des Moines and New York venues.
Chicago Sept 13 Alleged victims of trade combinations with headquarters in Chicago organize and the district attorney Bethan says he will take the cases into the courts if they furnish evidence. Complaints are made against the electrical supplies company the Master association and the American General Knox for approval. He insists victims must justify their complaints with tangible proof.
Knox Barts Home a oe today ts embark on meumer Bt. Pant. Mr. Knox said be bad.
A fragmented passage claims tonics like Hood's Sarsaparilla boost vitality and masculine strength. It reflects 19th century patent medicine rhetoric praising cures and testimonials, though readability is poor and details are incomplete.
The court rules the board of trade lacks authority to set aside or control prices for corn and cotton trades, upholding the public nature of court review. It condemns the scheme to bypass common law courts and warns against private or sovereign restraint on judiciary.
The Mackemiths depart for Kansas City and plan to return Monday September 15 using the Hock Liland system Pyremidy excursion.
Seventeen reports describe broad trade activity across textiles, shoes, dry goods, and agricultural markets. Demand remains strong for woolens, belting, and cotton goods, with moderate price gains in some sectors while frost risks and crop conditions loom. Employment shortages in the south and rising wages accompany steady freight and rail movement as western industries expand despite car shortages.
Notices list services and events across several churches including Morin Rev. OM ams, Brown's Chapel A. E., and North First Presbyterian. Highlights feature prayer meetings at 11 p.m., Epworth and Junior Leagues in the evening, Sunday preaching at 1 p.m. and 7:39 p.m., Sunday school at 2:30 p.m., and a morning theme of Entire Abandonation with evening Enthusiasm.
The World-Herald quotes Governor Savage asserting that merging Nebraska packing houses will face a strong court battle. He notes that state officials’ efforts to curb the combine’s business could impact the industry and the state’s interests.
An unclear report mentions a disturbance involving individuals tied to Tupeka and a person identified as Bennett. The scene drew a negative impression on attendees and involved threats and alleged confrontations, though details are garbled in the text.
Candidate for representative appears confident as he discusses next winter’s seat in Oklahoma coast race. In consultations with state committee members, he states he cannot commit today and plans for a strong showing at home. Other candidates, Calderbend for US Senate and Grover of McPherson county, also seek support in the district.
UD 8. Engineers here. Infantry expected to arrive at reform school Sunday. Battalions of defeated forces arrive as nine hours pass. New York Scot and violinist save Italy's king and artisans. notable songs that nation. He for nine hours, who call. The cause of the lothla trouble is said to be homesickness. Beanalfe is a Neapolitan, 49 years old, plea.
Sept 15 Ottawa report describes a rough am yard range incident where an American team held a lead over Canadians by 344 to zero in a Paine Trooics match. The chaotic scene includes mentions of a store killing and church authority figures referenced in fragmented lines.
Fragmentary report notes local happenings and weather observations. Mentions Governor Stone interview described as pleasant and references a settlement matter with unclear dates and locations.
A gratitude note expresses thanks to Senet and Breese for kindness shown during the illness and death of our beloved daughter, honoring their support and sympathy.
Fragmentary Kansas newspaper item notes fairs in 1902 with mentions of Mrs and family names. The readable text references local events and community figures in sepia toned columns.
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