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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1902
Page
4
A Topeka State Journal analysis discusses Roosevelt's tariff stance, trust pressures, and Republican reforms. It argues a revision could aid commerce but notes resistance within the party, while praising past Republican reforms and weighing prospects for reciprocity and tariff adjustment amid political divides. The piece frames a national policy debate with emphasis on economic impact and party dynamics.
A Indianapolis News analysis notes Speaker Henderson’s sensitivity to misrepresenting constituents while arguing he keeps his seat to continue. It discusses trusts and tariffs, then shifts to Africa rail ambitions via Cape to Cape Town routes and the growing U S trade with Africa contrasted with Britain’s larger exports. It cites figures on U S and UK exports to Africa from 1897 to 1902 and 1901.
A garbled Lawrence note recalls local oddities and small incidents. It mentions a two pound nine inch ear of corn found in Lyon county, forged checks at a barber shop, Emerson town items, and oddities from Concordia to Ottawa.
The text discusses President Roosevelt’s view that removing tariffs on trust made goods would not fix issues and could harm non monopoly manufacturers. It cites New York papers arguing protectionism shields 25 percent of iron and steel output, including major mills like Pennsylvania Railroad and Susquehanna interests. The Times urges measured tariff reform based on economic conditions.
A garbled slice from an old Atchison text reflects social quirks and idle wishes. It references a girl from Atchison unable to raise pompadour, women, baskets for sewing, and a rambling scene of family roles and gossip with scattered names and phrases. The passage hints at a veterans reunion and a business meeting with interrupted dialogue.
In Topeka a heated debate surrounds Mayor Parker and the fight against drinking joints. Critics accuse officials of tolerating “The Royal” and other operations while temperance groups push for enforcement. Police record improvements in burglaries and robberies, and an investigation by Swendzon’s resolution is urged without partisan bias.
In Kansas City, a suit in the U S circuit court accuses former Postmaster and his son of responsibility for a missing $8000 from registered mail during May. The Bankers' Mutual Casualty Co of Des Moines filed the suit on behalf of the Bankers' Commerce insurer, which paid the loss. the Bank is moving to record the incident as an unsolved post office mystery. Also mentions Chamberlain's Croup Remedy and unrelated medical notes.
Price list fragment shows apricots at 61.50 per dozen and other cans. Peaches and corn offered per dozen with small figures. Miscellaneous oddities and misread marks accompany the ad copy, suggesting a dated grocery sale page with numerous unit prices.
The treasury states banks continue to rely on vault coverage while circulation grows by about seven million dollars, with a plan to sustain support for thirty to sixty days as needed. It notes no official experiments and urges public trust, detailing a 24 percent annualized profit from prepaid government obligations and a large maturing amount by June 30, 1903. The report also refutes rumors of resignations and asserts unity between the president and treasury secretary.
Lutcher Burns resigns as secretary to Governor Stanley and will join the Rock Island general law offices starting October 1. The governor is away, and the successor is not yet named. Burns joined the governor’s staff three years ago after Henry Allen left. Newswomen who worked with him express regret at his retirement.
James Wane was murdered with a club near Grasay Island colliery within a mile of the 13th regiment encampment. Former Grasny Island UMWA secretary Wane had returned to work, provoking union enmity. No arrests. Col. Watres moved two companies to Forest City. one found Evert quiet and returned to Oliphant camp.
News from Havana indicates Minister Quem proposes a reciprocal treaty with the United States and Cuba mid talks toward an extradition pact. A peace treaty and adjustments to existing relationships are under consideration, with Congress seen as pivotal to progress.
A brief notice indicates library officials intend to advance library services by order, with emphasis on providing guidance and improvements through scheduled arrival of personnel. The fragment implies an organized effort to enhance library operations and outreach.
A party exploring indial ruins confronts a band of suspected treasure hunters. Stones hurled from a hidden cavern frighten the group as native guards approach, and troops later arrive to seal the site. The cavern's opening reveals heavy loads and possible jewels, while locals deny any motive beyond safeguarding the find.
In Colorado Springs on September 25 the first step in challenging the will of Henry Stratton was filed. The case seeks to prove the 1808 document was not the father's legal will and that a second instrument exists. The lawyer cites the witness's weakness and inability to testify.
Tonight at 421 Kansas avenue the Logmmnstorn will organize a Tech Santa Fe plan with eight caches well filled to the Atchison Corn Carnival. Early this morning a Santa Fe wrecker was sent to Marsh after a freight car derailment cut the Ottows line at midnight.
A fragmented note reports a disruption at Welleville track where passenger No 7 sought entry amid unclear details. The item hints at a meeting postponement due to the incident, with no further names or official statements provided.
The garbled text hints at a 1902 Teachers Association meeting likely to be the most practical gathering for common schools in the history of the association. Names and clearer details are not recoverable from the fragment.
The executive committee led by Prof. John He Hin of the State Normal outlines plans for a large district program focusing on Rural School Problems and Possibilities. Officers aim to publish a substantial new column and avoid conflicts during December activities.
A district court corrected a confusing passage involving Banat Corde and the term Doc Ni, noting revisions by W. AS. Bird on club charter references and official acts. The document clarifies the acta ference and related statements, aiming to settle the record discrepancies.
The suit of James McCauley against the Santa Fe Railroad for five thousand dollars was heard in district court today. McCauley testified he was driving near the Santa Fe depot in April 1900 when teams hitched to the Santa Fe express wagon ran away and crashed into him.
A fragment from the Chicago Tribune edition hints at strained dealings or organizational friction. The readable lines discuss breaching norms or guidelines and question progress or cooperation within a group, suggesting tension or conflict in communication.
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