28 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1901
Page
1
Report on the Colling case describes a battle to free John Colling with a petition to set aside a verdict. The defense argues lack of time to prepare the record for appeal and asserts Colling’s innocence while challenging trial transcripts and evidence handling.
The defendant appeals alleging denial of right to appeal and an incomplete transmission of evidence, claiming innocence and seeking post conviction review. He asserts wrongful trial conduct, absence of proper appellate procedure, and new evidence not disclosed, while awaiting execution in Lansing, Kansas.
Secretary Cortelyou submits the McKinley will to probate after a Canton meeting. The will bequeaths real estate to Ida McKinley, with provisions for Helen McKinley, and directs remaining property to Ida for her comfort, with other relatives provided for. Cortelyou and officials accompany the will’s presentation. The estate totals about 225,000 dollars, including life insurance and real estate in Canton. Temperatures from various cities are noted in forecasts.
Witness Captain McCalla describes May 26 27 1898 actions near Santiago Bay during the Spanish American War. He details gunfire ranges weather conditions and staff conferences aboard the Brooklyn as Admiral Schley’s fleet faced Spanish ships. He also discusses orders and communications including a secret signal he would have shared if needed.
Lawrence man C Johnson, praised as a leading expert, backs the city's cost claims in the Topeka gas company case. Negotiations for an independent witness stalled by a $1000 upfront fee and $250 per day retainer, leading to his rejection as a potential witness.
Senator Hanna discusses Roosevelt’s likely course to implement Mr. Sickles policy and predicts freer reciprocity after next Congress session. He mentions treaties with France Jamaica Argentina and others and notes no foreign complications. He avoids commentary on McKinley’s assassin trial as a personal matter. Santa Fe force reduced as maintenance work proceeds and personnel trimmed to fit needs.
New York reports the Shamrock and Columbia sailing from Sandy Hook in a windward race. By midafternoon Columbia claimed the lead and extended ahead while Shamrock fought to windward. After tense marks and shifting breezes, Columbia held a growing margin toward the finish as spectators watched from the Jersey coast.
In a garbled report from an apparent horse or boat race, Columbia is described as winning with a 3:35 effort and defeating Shamrock. The fragment mentions Colimbis and Asia, with uncertain details and a final total of $231.15 involved.
Kansas City Sept 28 Kirkland Brooks Armour the elder Armours heir, died at his Westport home from an acute Brights disease. He was born April 10, 1854 in Stockport New York and rose to lead Armour Packing Company, with vast wealth estimated around 9,000,000 to 4,000,000. Survived by two brothers Chiles Waterman Armour of Milwaukee and J Ogden Armour of Chicago.
A man who registered at the Adame House in Chicago was found dead Friday afternoon after staying since Thursday. He appeared to have hidden his identity, his clothing altered, a powder found on a paper in his pocket, and a beer-related death suspected. Coroner Hogeboom ordered an inquest to determine the cause.
A fresh trouble in the Persian Gulf confirms earlier warnings. Reports indicate rising tensions involving regional actors and shipping routes. Officials urge caution while highlighting potential risks to energy supplies and regional stability.
Dispatches report a large Turkish force gathering in the Persian Gulf area with 30 000 troops and gunboats to back a possible seizure of Koweyt. British and Indian observers note vessels land to establish a protectorate stance as tensions rise in eastern Asia.
San Antonio reports a cloudburst disaster in Presidio County on the Rio Grande. Nineteen to twenty youths were swept away while two groups camped along the bank. A rescue party recovered several bodies as floodwaters carried debris into the stream.
Buffalo Nev Sept 2 There has been a upheaval in the scheme to secur e control of the McKinley mines in White Pine County Nevada The proposed incorporators include Mrs McKinley M Barber brother of Mrs McKinley W Al Mech of McGill Nev and J A Yerrinton of Carson City Nev Cy Barber was elected president The plan values the property at about 1 000 000 and the group seeks incorporation under state law
A report from Port Beott describes a scheme where Bimuberty E Eile and others allegedly swindled M. Daves of 43,000 through a long running footrace bet by Gilliter and a partner at Webb City. Davis faced 44,500 at stake and was reduced to 35,000 of his own money. police pursue multiple suspects including Brangherry and others known as Webb Crysauldobineon. A separate note covers a New York bank statement showing totals in reserves and surpluses for the associated bank group.
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