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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1901
Page
4
The piece notes Roosevelt signals tariff revision to curb trusts. It cites stock movements with government 2 per cents quoted around 10 1 2 and mentions New York City considering a McKinley monument. Treasury buys long term bonds and short 4s, while Cleveland era bond purchases are recalled.
In Bio Weakly Financial Teview Henry Clews notes uncertain future for the movie market amid large cornlage and important applications. He cites risk and unclear upward movement as harvests approach and signals possible effects on related markets and rates.
A fragmentary obituary style piece reflects on President McKinley and the public reaction following his shooting. It notes devotion, charity, and patient courage attributed to McKinley, and discusses the impact of the events on national sentiment and the role of public figures in times of crisis.
A fragmented reminiscence on a public figure's virtues and the shock of an assassination. The text contemplates a nobleman’s sincerity, generosity, duty, and personal gentleness amid political neglect and national upheaval. It contrasts private virtue with public policy. The speaker laments that policy fades when personal character is recalled.
A midwestern bureau report for the Kineas section covering the week ending September 1 notes improving pastures and overall good plowing conditions. Rain was heaviest in the eastern division and lighter in the southwest, with storms on the 11th in the eastern half. In the East, corn harvest accelerates, wheat sowing begins, late peaches and winter apples ripen abundantly, and fodder remains plentiful though water is scarce in some areas. The Central and Western divisions report favorable conditions for plowing, sowing fall oats and wheat, rye progress, and good forage crops, with apples and peaches promising strong crops and sorghum near-record yields in places. Stock water supplies vary, ponds and creeks replenished in some counties while others lag.
A lawsuit was filed today by an attorney for the victims of a town fire in Macon Missouri that destroyed multiple buildings the night of the 2th. The suit claims negligence by the Atehland Topelok Santa railroad and cites sparks from a freight engine as the cause. Residents report most homes burned and the town lacked adequate fire protection.
G A Parks died last evening at his home on the coven of feminenesavy streets in North Topesas. A wife Ils Body will be sent to Martin in the morning for burial.
In police court today the frequent offender Schwarts was found guilty of selling liquor and maintaining a nuisance on counts dated August 3 and September 19. Fines totaled 200 dollars with 90 due, while Geo. Krausr received 60 and 6 days on the September 5 count. appeal bond set at 6 dollars. Testing hats for the dashing girls and other odd phrases appear in the transcript.
Buffalo courtroom records show Tusting Lewin entry of a not guilty plea for Czolgosz with the right to withdraw. Capigosx again refused to plead, continuing the uncertain defense status amid the ongoing proceedings.
Public schools opened with hopes for large attendance as memorial events for McKinley loom. Superintendent Davidson plans a brief address and notes good organization and eager pupils amid early receptions by teachers to greet old and new students. Attendance expected between six thousand and one thousand.
City Engineer McCabe prepares plans and estimates for a large sewer to drain water from heavy rains. Council consideration set for October 6. Project could cost about $700 and vary by construction material brick for three feet or more in diameter and tile if under three feet. The sewer aims to relieve First and Kanga avenue area by channeling water away from the cells and sewments.
Secretary Smiley of the Kansas Grain Dealers Association is subpoenaed to appear before the Farmers Shipping Association of Heaven in Hulclinacn next Friday. Farmers oppose the grain combine amid a broader battle with the grain trust. Under Sheriff Williams served the subpoena in Topeka, and the case arises from state action under the Purselly trust laws.
The land chest committee has acquired all but nine houses on Santa Fe property. Bids for the remaining homes will be received September 26. Several remaining properties are owned by Meeperents and are expected to fetch good prices. Newbold sold two recent acquisitions after condemnation talks were dropped. The land should be cleared by October 15, with work starting on the new development thereafter.
Work to drape the auditorium for Avon Memorial services proceeds today under J. W. Eberman, Crosby Brom’s window dresser, shaping a wide black band with duck and white rosettes. Decorations include national color drapery, trimmed with black, large pictures, and many flags.
The Ganas Hossa band offered free performances to aid the Memorial event. The committee rejected the gesture citing a foreign affiliation. City officials criticized the move as narrow and unwise, praising the generous offer and urging acceptance.
Real estate transfers detail multiple deeds: Ix Siahte and wife to C0 Chamberlin for 790 dollars conveying lot 42 and south 12 1/2 feet of lot 34, Jackson street in Weinberger addition. North John A Zirkle and wife to Ziba A Pali for 1700 dollars, southwest quarter of northeast quarter 21-14-17 and southeast quarter of northwest quarter 1-19-17, less 2 acres. Martha A Branstrup to Sophia Hoge 3500 dollars for 50 Mek Avenue. M Lyttle and wife to Nancy A Wilson 1760 dollars, lot 181 Western Ave Bug. Petra and wife to M8 Spee 3600 dollars, tract on Youth Lawn Street. Thames and husband to O E and Trante Barger 700 dollars, lots 0-b1-52-15-4-07 and 63 Kanes Avenue, Santa Fe HO. Alexander to Edward G Barner 3226 dollars, lots 4E46-47-48-49-55 and 66 Kansas Avenue, Santa Fe addition. John L McCormick et al by Cook to WN M. Pomeroy, lots 479 and 472 Buchanan Street, King’s Addition.
The remains of Charles Sparks who died Monday evening in North Topeka will be taken to Hation for burial Wednesday morning. Due to recent rains the Kew river is rising rapidly, having risen three feet since Sunday. Memorial services are set for Thursday evening at First Presbyterian church, with talks and prayers replacing the usual gathering. Congregational church to host a M C A meeting Wednesday noon, with speakers including De Cotty Dowes and a pastor from First Presbyterian. A sale for ladies and children is announced at the shop, and heartfelt thanks are extended to friends and employees.
Representative Steve Uve, known for prairie-dog control, rallied Agricultural College experts to act. He collaborated with Prof. Lantz who tested four formulas on dog towns near Port Huys reservation. Unofficial word says each formula yielded over 90 percent fatalities. Latite’s official report is pending.
Prof Samuels, famed in the West for his cures, treats difficult eye troubles and claims his method through the eyes can heal other diseases as well. He emphasizes his unique treatment and notable success with patients.
Washington D C September 17 funeral sermon delivered in the rotunda of the nation’s capitol honors the late William McKinlay. The oration praises his integrity, humility, and devotion to God, duty, and public service, noting his purity of character, generosity to the poor, and steadfast belief in moral law guiding national life.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a sermon fragment claiming resurrection and life with scattered names and references to Cromwell and Willam of Crag. The garbled lines glimpse discussion of immortality, a dare to refute a claim, and mention of public figures in a church or scholarly context.
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A damaged OCR note mentions two arrests and a deputy investigation at a depot, with one officer possibly injured. Details are unclear and names or precise locations are unreadable in the fragment.
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