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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1902

Page

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Peary Arctic expedition report reaches Sym exy harbor

Symexy NS Sept 8 The Peary Arctic club steamer Windward arrived from Cape Sabine with Peary’s long dispatch detailing the 1901 expedition. He describes reaching Payer Harbor, heavy illness and deaths, depots laid, Eskimo aid, and the open polar sea forcing a retreat after reaching 86 17 N. He notes instruments and library salvaged from the Greely party and plans for further travel east and south with others returning aboard the Windward.

Symexy N.S Peary Arctic Club Windward Lamet W. Bartlett Cape Sabine Peary Ak Pink Hartert Yilesume Payer Harbor Crowsing Foose Bay Bedford Hakimas Eatimos Cape Louslety Sab Nny Hansen Conger Cherges Percy Payer Enkimas Cape Hecia Rebineon Greenland Blake Cape Cape Ramsome Huck Polar Sea Hénses Polar Park Heela Cape Babine Cape Loule Napoleon Bobbit Bay Ellesmere Land Buchanan Bay Smith Sound Cape York Goofhoun Cane Haven Batin Land Chatea Bay Labrador Greely Lower Sound All Bridgeman New York Newfoundland

Weather report fragment shows mixed conditions and temps

Fragmentary forecast notes varying conditions across the state. Mentions Mount Ventura bed over at the Keith tract tonight and a mostly clear pattern elsewhere. Reported highs and lows include a range around forty degrees with winds and rain in the Fort Scout area.

Mount Veenttue Keith Cave Montrain Fort Scout Ubose Louls Chicago Ughter Tolctocs Max Minker

Henderson Is Firm Refuses to Reconsider Run

Dubuane Sept 18 telegrams from President Roosevelt and National Committee chairman Babcock urge reconsideration of not running. Speaker Henderson reiterates his withdrawal stance despite protests and assurances of GOP victory in the Third district.

Dubuane Henderson Oyster Bay Theodore Roosevelt Babcock Republican National Committee New York Congress Hepburn Hull Boles Nur Ture

Hospitals Unperturbed by Pompeii Spectacle Noise

Patients at Stormont and Christ hospitals complained about the thunderous detonations from the Pompeii spectacle on the Kieth tract 43. The blasts shook the ground and rattled windows for about fifteen minutes each evening, yet doctors said the noise would not harm patients. Dr. Munn noted only a couple of sensitive patients, comparing the sound to streetcar rattle, and Dr. Grubbs reported no complaints and no impact on the hospital.

Stormont Christ Hospitals Pompeii Kieth Washburn Stormont Hospital Christ Hospital Munn

Exchange Toasts Kursk Hussin Shah At State Banquet

At a state banquet for the Shah of Persia in Kursk yesterday, the czar toasted the Shah’s birthday and **health and prosperity** of Persia Russia relations. The Shah thanked the czar for a gracious reception and hopes for closer ties, noting mutual interest in unity and cooperation.

Kursk Hussin Pitaty Persia Russia

Arkansas and Kansas railway to open new line to Chanute

A Boston representative outlines an immediate Arkansas and Kansas rail link from MagnBhig, Tenn., through Memphis to Chanute, Kan. The project would tap oil and gas regions, connect with existing fields, and the survey nears completion despite varied temperatures across the region.

Joplin M. Hoxie Boston Arkansas ‘i and Kansas Railway Tenn Chanute Kan Arkansas Elds

Roosevelt Prefers Carriage Ride Over Sacred Concert In Topeka

The president of the United States agrees to a Monday morning meeting at the auditorium and will dine with Governor Stanley on Sunday at the governor's mansion. He plans a carriage ride through Topeka and will stay at the Copeland hotel on arrival. A breakfast will be on the train before reaching Topeka. The committee may select a worship place.

Bassigni Commercial Club Topeka Roosevelt W. K. Stanley M. A. Low Topels Copeland Th W. Mulvane Corvelyou

Ringling Brothers Circus Arrives For Topeka Show

Alf Ringling, one of the circus brothers, says Topeka will host the exhibition of his cones next Tuesday. Three trains and many cars transport the circus gear. The program features Captain Webb's educated seals and sea lions, tight wire acts, and a trio of acrobats, with over a hundred acts promised during the tour.

Brothers of Circus Fame Toneke Mr. Hingling Topeka Kansas City Mr. Bingtie Captain Webb Lemion

Receiver seeks void merger of mutual benefit association

W W Harvey as receiver for the Max Masonic Mutual Benefit Association filed suit in district court this morning to block its proposed merger with Northwestern Life Assurance. The Masonic Mutual ceased operations with 73009.42 in assets. Harry Moulton sued the company in July 1902, prompting the departure from business. Controversy and opposition from members surround the merger, which Harvey contends is unlawful and asks the court to declare void.

Harvey

Lord Derby Ahead In Empire City Grand Special Race

At Empire City track New York on September 18 racing thrilled in the Grand Special among several contenders. Lord Derby led early, then edged The Monk to win by a length in a dramatic finish, with times around 2:08 for the pace events and 2:16 in trot heats.

New York Empire City Monk C.K. G. Billings Wending Hus Strethers Don Riley Bear Ates Albert Hot Don Filey Prince Selma Invader

Fellows Prize Drill Des Moines Excerpts

Des Moines reports a session of the Sovereign and Lodge of Bad Fellows focusing on the Fellows prize drill. The fragment notes the event convened in Des Moines and highlights the ceremonial aspects and participation.

Des Moines Sept Seasion of the Sovereign and Lodge of Bad Fellows

Unclear Entry From Merion Tod And Janta Ga

Fragmentary report notes an entry related to Lene O Merion Tod at Janta Ga with a car and items valued 3290. Mentions tenant and James Miller, with wares to be announced tomorrow.

Lene O- Merion Tod Janta Canton James Miller Toasy

Vote details in Kansas 1908 referendum and party meeting

Fragmented report lists candidates for statewide offices including lieutenant governor auditor treasurer and superintendent. It notes Rev Charles M Sheldon leading votes, initiative ballots, and calls for a new Allied Peoples party convention in Topeka on September 9 1908 led by Morand and J H Lathrop with attendance urged from independents to push direct vote and law reform.

Gate Halstead Char Sheldon Taunts Supremee Court Macias Jobn Ac Shion Ottawa Little Rutlene Supreme Court Doster Marion J.Y. Robbins Topeka Charles M. Sheldon Unites States Stanley Curtis People's Party Law Cickwnee County Will Hola Lincoln Post Hall Man, Morand H. Lathrop

Between Life And Death In A Chicago Elevator Fall

McNaughton Weight a board of trade member hung by his hands for two minutes at the top of a Rock Island elevator chute. He was rescued after slipping into the shaft while inspecting wheat. He nearly fell 100 feet to a hard floor but was pulled out by an employee, fainted, and was unconscious for nearly an hour.

Chicago McNaughton Weight Board of Trade Wright

Soldiers depart Blue Rapids to Fort Riley in parade

Soldiers from the Ersaty second 0. S. infantry camped in South Riverside park Tuesday and left en route to Fort Riley. The day featured a ball game between Blue and builders teams and the soldiers praised the kindness shown to them. A separate St. Louis note reports a grand jury session and the GraneY insurance matter as a broad outline of public business.

Blue Rapids Kas South Riverside Park Fort Riley Jewel Soanpen St. Louis A. A. Graney I Fighting Company Sheraff Graney

Guess on Vote and Political Quessing in Kansas

A long, mixed report outlines county and state election guessing in Kansas. It notes estimates ranging from around 250000 to 390000 and cites figures from Mr Bailey, George Clark, and party officials, while discussing Treasury matters and a Bourbon county remittance dispute.

Kansas Kansas City Convention Hall Batley Br. Bailey Browers Republican Mmade Selmer Ms. Stover Cheeeerene Jenmes Grimes State Journal Sourbon County Treasury Caats Bourbon County Kelly Eka The Department of the Treasury Roy

A Trip to Europe Planned by American Women

Fragmented OCR text notes a planned journey to Europe by American women with references to fundraising, a shipwreck involving the schooner Southern Cross near an island, and scattered Iowa political mentions. The readable portions mention Europe travel plans, the wreck on September near a coral shore, and Iowa political figures.

In- Bach Shteo Southern Cross San Francisco Eer Qangt Papeste

Westward trip opens with Sylph departure

President Roosevelt prepares for a western tour from Oyster Bay on the Sylph. Secretary Cortelyou, Assistant Secretary Loeb, and White House steno­graphers and messengers accompany him. Mrs Roosevelt plans to travel as far as New York with him.

Mrs. Roosevelt Oyster Bay N.Y Mmup Abbott New York Trota W. Jenks Hootevelt Cortetyou Loeb White House Mra Roosevelt

Stratton's Funeral Draws City Officials in Colorado Springs

Funeral services for Eien Tate W. Stratton were held at 10 o clock from the Stratton home with relatives city council members and Grace Episcopal Church officers attending. The Masonic fraternity escorted the hearse to Evergreen Cemetery as probate questions loom over the Stratton estate amid talk of potential wills and ongoing realty sales.

Colorado Springs Cok Eien Tate W Stratton Sol Okada Suehree Bscek Seta Ies Benjamin Brewer Grace Episcopal Church Readine Matthiw Yillionaire Wee Se Evergreen Amazow Guy Tit Saeke Yate Realit Maeone Stragton Homestead

Henderson's Place Des Moines Notes on Exalted Ruler Succession

Des Moines reports indicate Charles Pickett of Waterloo is slated as the grand exalted ruler candidate to succeed Spooker Henderson. The Sept meeting aims to resolve internal party divisions and assess Endur son’s actions in Geraiines amid ongoing congressional review.

Des Moines Waterloo Charles Pickett Watertoo Spooker Henderson Congressional Committee Speer Endurson Geraiines Congress

Duke Boris Sails for France on Warship Mirage

Grand Duke Boris of Russia sails from New York to France aboard the steam yacht Mirage via Vanderhilt transfer, traveling with the Cherokee from Newport. Weather forecasts indicate shifting winds and warm conditions into Friday.

Mills Store News Special Showa Sale for Suits

Mills store announces a special sale event aimed at suit buyers. The notice highlights a broad selection and likely discounts though details are incomplete due to fragmentary text.

Suit on Sale in North Window at Gibb Department

A Cheviot suit described as serviceable with a bot-plaited skirt and walking length, Norfolk jacket lined with silk, patched with velvet, and pocket flaps. Priced at $10.00, sizes expected to break soon. Mrs Anna Fulton Gibb heads the department and invites friends to view her line in New York fashion.

Anna Fulton Gibbon New York

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