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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1901

Page

6

Verdict Guilty in First Degree Murder Trial

Jurors found the defendant guilty of murder in the first degree after a trial described as brief yet dramatic. The court announced the verdict amid tense courtroom scenes as the defense offered no testimony on the defendant’s behalf. Sentencing was scheduled for Thursday at 2 p.m. in New York.

Jeon Cailkons Amitf Securdanes Flebiutiert Gil Gerard Kinney Speane Fred Ansisuetter Sas New York Wall Street Anle Rome

Trial Ends With Jurors Returning Verdict in Murders Case

Court room atmosphere heavy as jurors read aloud Present while verdicts were delivered. Defendant Croiger, cuffed and removed to the basement, appeared unshaken as the judge adjourned the session at o clock.

White Verdes Storeman Justice Whites Croiger Thrush Ave Delaware Avenue

Seth Low Named

New York sem 35 report outlines Seth Low as president of Columbia University in a major civic placement. The piece notes Low’s roles, governance aims, and the political context surrounding the Republican and Democratic parties, with emphasis on leadership in education and public service.

New York Srib Low Columbia Volley AM. Grout Broaktys Campiver Popsies New Fork City Pall Oan Sonveria Inet Ha Beachers Irene Vancerbury Histon F Norton ‘Goditart

Santa Fe May Buy Rail Line in Mexico Negotiations

Mexican railway circles report Atchison Topeka Santa Fe is negotiating to purchase the Grandos Sierra Madre and Pacific railroad from El Paso southwest toward Terraten in Chihuatlas Mexico. If approved, the line would extend south southwest toward Guin s, expanding Santa Fe’s coast business and opening a large tract through the Yaqui country with generous government support. The extension would hold strategic value for military and commercial routes.

Bard Mexico Avetin Tes Atchivon, Topeka & Santa Py Railway Company i Fic Grands, Bleris Madre and Pacific Railroad el Paso Terraten Chitiuelus Guin Fio Grande Sierra Madre Pacife Sante Yagui Troms

Klondike Cable Telegram From Vancouver Puzzles Officials

Vancouver dispatch from Klondike governor reports a cryptic telegraphic message about plans and projects. The missive mentions reaching Seattle and Adis, with unnamed figures Hare Leweon and Px referenced amid broad Americas governance themes.

Vancouver Klon- Gtre Gov. of Klondike TPE Uaasan Rae Mylene Adis Hare Leweon Americas Poreminast Americas Gove Michael

Carters in Contempt in Chicago Federal Court

Judge Kohinat orders D Carter and Staktun Carter to show cause by October why they should not be punished for contempt for failing to deliver to Receiver Whitney the funds of Captain Caster said to be in their possession. The Carters deny having cash or securities tied to the alleged embezzlement by Oberlin M L Carter, an engineer officer.

Chicago Lorenzs D. Carter Staktun Carter Oberlin Carter Ceptain Kohinaat Whitney Caster Elrewit

Northwesern university official facing advanced age concerns

William Twering, leader of a major agricultural trust and head of Northwestern University’s board of trustees, is described as elderly in a garbled report. The notice notes his age and the resulting worries among friends about his health and ability to continue duties.

Wim Deering William Twering Hiv Har Tuni- Verwity

Ruedans Seize America Schooner Vers News

The sealing schooner Vers, from a sealing voyage to the Copper Islands, reports seizure by a United States warship of another schooner named Mising Olt of Flake. The Josephine No fetalis were aboard the Vers, now American owned, and the fate of the crew remains unclear after the capture. The vessel was reportedly taken to Fetropaut, with disposition of the crew not yet known.

Ruedans America Victoria Schonger Vers Baw Tracr Onnekina Olt Sue Josephine No Fetalis Peleure Fetropautoveki Inari

Contested Land Claim Upheld in Dodge City District

Acting Secretary Ryan affirmed Julia K Hutts contest against Julie ik Bulton and George Weller over the southwest quarter of section 13 township 22 south range HM west in the Dodge City Land District. The entry of Julia K Hutt was sustained and Weller’s challenge denied.

Botting Kansas Washington D. C Ryan Todas Julie Ik Bulton George Weller Range Dodge City Rania Julia K Hutt Weller

New Kansas Postmestern Today Oppotstad Fe Is P

Readable bits indicate a local notice style item mentioning county names Genny Avery Roos and a design cue. The fragmentary text suggests an official notice with rental or property references and a calendar or view EC. Further readable entities include Birnty Keni Tinga Minn and a county view.

New Kansas Postmestern Oppotstad Fe P. R *An I & Avery

Controversy Over Elgin Inspector Finally Settled

A regional dispute over who pays and assigns inspectors for cattle quarantine ends with a compromise after Santa Fe refuses to fund certain inspectors. The commission confirms Elgin yard is not a mobile yard, while farmers press for protection against Texas fever. The case involves Cowley, Chamberlin, and state officials, with sessions detailing inspector appointments and yard status.

Shanley Thle Wetke Davidson Missouri BPRS Prion Alie Exrenae Elsi Sats Fe Hite Orams Mesars Chamberlin Nockerson Remy Stenting Bewitian Mickest Pacific Douthitt Stanley Binroad Cowley Stapley Chamberlain Wrs

Rain Spreads Across Rail Lines as Cider Smith Slections

Rain measured at a half inch fell across eastern Kansas and into the Oklahoma division, with showers noted from Santa Fe offices. Forecasts predict generally fair weather, cooler tonight in the east, and a windy, clearing pattern. Morris county exposition set for Sept 28 29 with WH Whine as president and LE Mead as treasurer. Local ads trumpet remedies and medical ads for Knees and stomach relief, with details for F Menninger in Topeka.

Smith Santa Fe Newton Woellington Oklahoma Rovernment Council Grove Souncil Grove Kan Morris County WH. Whine HE Rider Lewte Mead AJ. Murke Speed Ring FM. Chi

Schley Case Resumed With Dispatch Readings And Testimony

The resumed proceedings detail naval dispatches and testimony about Commodore Schley during the Santiago campaign. Officers discuss delivery dates, aboard Harvard and Kingston Jamaica, and the handling of messages to determine Cervera’s movements amid damaged coal and weather constraints.

Wisconsin Guard Signings Boost Badgers Roster

Madison Sept 5 Wisconsin football adds Souenman to the guard post from Lawrence University where he starred two years ago. Coach King praised his strength in practice and his previous performance in a Wisconsin game. Tickets offered for Rock Island Route trip with sale details.

Madison Wis Wisconsin Souenman Toletoln Lawrence University King Great Rock Island San Francisco A. Mo Puller Wong Powes Tracy Atlanta Constitution Tate

District Court Opens on First of 15 Liquor Cases

The district court begins hearing the first of fifteen liquor cases from the police court. Jurors are drawn from local business owners as the prosecution and defense work through voir dire. Chief Stahl testifies about the conning tower device and the bar layout, with testimony detailing the seizure and destruction of liquor. The trial is expected to continue through the day with additional witnesses scheduled.

Shere Cook George Kinner Henry Scales Jerry Heynolis EF. Grote W. B. Hirkpatrick J.D. Reeder Crandell Mr. van Vieck Jernér George M Hammill Bishop CV. Wolf J. ‘Tf. Lockard Betzer A. Marburg J.B. Kilvert A.T. Ewart Willam Sims Chaney Frank Hendricks George W. Momitt Uriah Carle AW. Knowles Forbes C. Lo Smith William Sims Axe W. & Chaney Pons Hungate Klauer Wan Belie P Stahl Kiater Kiaver Aggin Mutte Ohler Sunt Hingate Stahi Bob Shelby al Haysup Dan Finney Fyith Durein

Notable Progress in Mrs McHymier's Condition in Canton

Canton Ohio September 25 Mrs McHymier remains in same condition with Dr Hixey noting no change overnight. She is expected to follow days of routine and cemetery visit plans, while Secretary Cortelyou may visit tomorrow to discuss family matters and a possible stay of several days.

Rixsy Canton McHymier Mihtan Hixey Cortelyno Sis McKin- Jose

Market report hints at mixed grain prices on export demand

Fragmented OCR of a market page shows wheat and corn trends with scattered notes on prices, futures, and export demand. Mentions December, weekly closes, and tentative lower figures amid uncertain demand signals.

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Market Notes and Cattle Prices From Sept Trading

Traders report varied Kansas City and Chicago cattle receipts with western and Texan stock. Prices show weak to steady shifts for steers with demand fluctuating while wheat and market activity reflect general postwar trading mood and early September quotes.

Chicago Steaua Tacitia

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