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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10

to be forthcoming regarding the per-
petrator of the robbery
Passengers of the Kaiser Wilhelm der
Crosse. who We're landed at Southampton
told a representative of the Associated
Press that they knew nothing of the,
matter until they read of 1t in the news
papers this morning. 1t was observed
that there were no special precautions,
or searching when the passengers disern-
harked though there was some com
ment caused by the delay of seven hours
in landing the passengers at Cherbourg
where the steamer arrived al II o'clock
Monday night But contrary to custom
the passengers were kept on board until
G o'clock in the morning The officers of
the steamer explained that the tender
would not come out But this failed to
satisfy the impatient passengers who
however were quite ignorant until they
landed that their detention was due to
the initial Investigations consequent
upon the theft and the precautions exer-
cssed at CherbOurg- But the fact that
these precautions were not observed sub
ssquently at Southampton was taken to
indicate that the officials believe the
conspiracy has its chief end on the con-
tinent. The passengers are inclined to
believe that the robbery must have been
ec0nplished by an individual excep-
tionally cOnversant with the arrange
ments Of the steamship company for not
one of the cabin passengers apparently
knew there was specie on board, much
less where It was kept
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
PORTO RICAN CONDITIONS.
Not SO Gloomy as Workmen Describe
Declares Gov. Allen.

New York, April 10.-A special to the
Herald from Washington says;
Governor Charles II. Allen Of Porto
Rico when asked to make a statement
regarding the petition said to be from
workingnen Of Porto Rico asking the
president for work and asserting that
the inhabitants Of the island were at the
point of starvation. replied:
Il have not seen the original petition.
but a copy of it come to me in my mail
from the secretary of Porto Rico. who
said that he understood 1t was the work
of a malcontent who has been consist
emily opposing American administration
ever since our occupation Of the island
and that any number Of signatures could
be added to the petition In the office of
which 1t was written. I think 1t would
be comparatively easy to secure sigma
lures to a petition asking for govern
ment where such aid had been 50 gem
erousiy distributed
1.-The conditions described in the peti-
tion are not truthfully stated. The facts
will show that more persons are en7-
ployed in Porto Rico today than ever
before, except when government relief
work was at its height. The United
States government has already distribu-
ted $1,25O.O0O to the workers on public
roads, and the army distributed 100000
pounds of food in the island.
My San Juan informant is inclined 10
attribute the present agitation to Munoz
Rivera, who has been a leader Of the or
position to the American administration.
civil government is established in Porto
Rico. Much has been accomplished ana
every day marks progress. If the peo-
pie can be relieved Of their agitators ana
allowed to work out their own salvation.
and American capital, with the thrift
and energy which follow it, be directed
toward Porto Rico. with the assurance
that it wiz be Welcome and given ade-
duate trial then will come prosperity
and development, which every American
citizen hopes for and every dweller un-
dor the American flag"
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
HOUSE HUNTING TRIP.
Bennett Residence the FavOrite
For Governors Mansion.

The executive council spent most of
the day today enduring the trials and
tribulations of house hunting. They
offered for the governors mansion
Cloudy skies and little dashes of rain
did not avail as deterrents. Two closed
carriages carried the six state dwelling
hunters about. They got such late
start that eight properties were all that
could be inspected in the morning. The
other five were cleaned up in an hour s
time this afternoon. Owing to pressure
for time no attempt was made to look
at the sites for heating plant.
On the start Supt Nelson and Treas
urer Frank Grimes were separated for
once, the disposition of so many big men
in two little cabs making it necessary to
divide up with Governor Stanley, Treas
urer Grimes and Attorney General Cod
ard in the front cab and Auditor Cole.
Secretary of State Clark and Supt. Nell
son in the other. Nelson and Grimes
were sticking close together in the first
the former. In such merry mood the
house hunters started away
On the morning round they visited the
Wintrode, Chrisman. Manspeaker, Quin-
nett properties. Their longest stop was at
the Bennett mansion, at Eighth and Bu-
chanan. This house was given the most
thorough inspection and seems to be the
favOrite at guess This afternoon the
council visited the Horton, Baker, Noble,
Kellam and GriSWold houses.
There is a reason for having no more
delay in choosing the house Property
owners and tenants of the houses that
the mere desire to make a sale. Some that
are open to lease and rental in part are
kept from being filled because of the uIl-
certainty Of tenure until the matter IS
Sefrled
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
RAISE IN ASSESSMENT.
The Telephone Companies Must Pay
More Taxes.

The state board of telegraph and tel
ephone assessors has fixed a basis oe as
sessInent of all telegraph and telephone
lines in the state Telegraph lines were
and first wire, and SO per mile for each
additional wire, The Western Union
wanted the amount reduced to $55 a
mile, on the ground that it was a great
philanthropic institution and was oper-
atinG in Kansas at a loss but the board
couldn't see it that way. 1t made a re-
ductiOn on each additional wire of 81 per
mile. It was S12 a mile last year As
sessments were made uniformly 81 on
all long distance telephone Instruments
Formerly IS and SO was the assessment
placed on second and third class lines
respectively.
Telephone companies were divided into
three classes. Each class has a toll line
and exchange. The assessment by classes
follows:
First class: Toll lines-Pole and first
wire. $40 per mile; each additional wire,
Sc: instruments 81 each.
Exchange ges-Poles, $125 each; wire. IS
per mile; instruments. So each; switch
boards, 81 for each drop; automatic in
struments, So each.
Second class: Toll lines-Pole and first
wire, $40 If iron and $24 If copper; each
additional wire, 81 If iron and Sc If cop
per; instruments, 81 each.
Exchange 81 each: iron wire,
81 Ter mile; copper wire, Sc per mile;
switch boards, 81 for each crop; instru-
ments, 81 each.
Third class: Toll lines-Poles and first
wire. SIS per mile if iron wire, and s19
per mile if copper wire; each additional
wire, 81 per mile if iron and $6 per mile
if copper.
Exchanges-PoIes 75 cents each: iron
wire, 81 per mile: copper wire, Sc per
mile; switch boards. 81 per drop; instru-
merts, "a each.
This is a slight increase over the basis
fixed last year.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
EXCHANGE OF COURTEsIES
Between the Commanders of French
and italian Fleets

London. April 10.-The duke of Genoa.
in command Of the Italian fleet. 1paid
today Vice Admiral De Beaumont's visit
Of yesterday Both the French and Ital-
ian warships saluted while the duke was
going ashore
The duke. after reviewing the guard Of
honor of marines proceeded to the per
lecture through trUop-lined streets The
meeting between Admiral De Beaumont
and the duke of Genoa was most cordial
The duke was re-escorted to his flagship
tbs 1epanto. with the same ceremonial
He everywhere met with the heartiest
reception from the crowds.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
ANGRY GREEKS.
Three Hundred of Them Besiege
a Building
Occupied by Four of Their
COuntrymen.
HAD BEEN SWINDLED.
Paid $40 Each For Jobs on the
Union Pacific.
Man Who Got the Money De-
camped With 1t.

Chicago, April 10.-Three hundred. an
CRY Greeks, many OF them armed with
knives and revolvers. besieged four men
in a building at No. 247 West Polk street
for several hours last night. Stones
were hurled through the windows and
other damage done. When the police arr
rived Il was with difficulty they could
force their way into. the house to rescue
the four men, who. it is alleged, embcz-
zled $4,000 belonging to the members OF
the infuriated crowd outside.
At the station it was learned the men
were John Papadopoulis and his two
sons James. and Theodoris, and Theo-
doris Malear1n
George Papadopoulis. another son OF
John Papadopouiis, was not found b.
the police. having left the city. taking
with him, it is alleged. the full amount
said to have been embezzled, $1,000. Last
Wednesday John PapadOpOuns am
nOunced, 50 it is charged, he would pro-
cure positions on the line of the Union
Pacific road for all Greeks who would
advance SO for transportation. Wages
OF $l.75 per day were promised. The OIL
fer attracted the attention Of the
Greeks and money began to pour into
the Golfers of John Papadopoulis, sons
and company. Up to noon yesterday
more than 300 Greeks had paid their
advance money.
Yesterday was the day set for the pur-
chase Of tickets from the railroad COM
pany to the place to which the labo-ers
were to be sent This task was imposed
upon George PapadopOulis- He starter
to the city shortly after noon and not
having returned by nightfah. the riot
occurred. The authorities will invest-
gate the case thoroughly and If possible
learn to what extent the complainants
have been sWindled in case their charges
are true. PapadopOulis denies the charge
of e-vufn ding
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
JOHNSON'S FIRST MOVE.
Cleveland's New Mayor Goes After the
Tax DODGERS.

Cleveland, o., April 1O.-Mayor Tom
tiOEs doing business in this city do not
pay their just proportion of the taxes
and has taken steps to have their as
sessments increased a force of clerks
has been put TO work, preparing a list
OF all the big concerns. together with
biu-prints Of their establishments and
the taxes they pay When FIJI inf0rma-
tion has been obtained the mayor pro-
poses TO go before the city board of
equalization and demand tnat the cor
poIaticns be compelled to pay what he
terms equitable taxes. The mayor it is
announced. viii make a special effort TO
show that the steam and electric rail-
ways are assessed far too low.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
KNOX INTRODUCED.
Presented to the Justices of the SUI
preme Court.

Washington. April 10.-Attorney Cen
eral Knox was formally presented 10 the
United States supreme court when that
tribunal assembled at 12 o'clock today.
The ceremony was both brief and sim
pie. consisting of little more than an in
PRODUCTION The attorney general enter
ed the court room a few moments be-
fore the justices came in. He was ac-
conpanied by Solicitor General Richards
who. as soon as the members of the
court had taken their seats, rose to pre-
sent his superior in office
have the honor CT presenting Mr. Phil
ander c. Knox of Pennsylvania, Who
has succeeded Mr.. Griggs as attorney
general -
The chief justice responded, saving
that the court was pleased to welcome
Mr. Knox and directing that his com
mission be recorded. The regular bus
mess OF the court then proceeded and
after remaining for a. short time as Wit
nesses of the routine Mr.. Knox and Mr..
Richards withdrew
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
A LlNEN TRUST.
One is Projected to Take in An
Europe.

Europe
Washington, Apr. 10-Information con-
cerning the formation Of what amounts
to a gigantic trust embracing every linen
spinning concern on the continent Of
Europe has reached the state depart
ment in report from United states
Consul Mahin, at Reichenberg. Austria.
For some time says the consul. IL has
been understood that the Austrian, Ger
man and Belgian spinners Of linen
thread had decided to unite in a reduc-
ton of the product. From Paris has
come the news that the French spinnefs
are also to join in reducing the outpAt
Of the mills. The object IS believed 70
be to steady, and possibly 70 en-
hance the price of linen yarn Maker
Of linen cloth have. during the fan and
winter suffered from the high price ot
yarn and this enormous combination VIII
make conditions still worse, says the
consul.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
WALKER AND SMITH
Chosen Chairman and Secretary of
Railroad Commission.

The new railroad commission is tax
ing things lefsurely in getting down to
work. Their rooms are not yet ready for
occupancy. and, after organizing last
night, they adjourned until next Tuesday
morning It took them all day yester-
day to choose their secretary and steno-
grapher, and even in the little places the
Seventh district does not get anything out
of it.
w. H. Smith, of Marysville. in the Fifth
district, was chosen for secretary. and F.
G. Sinner, of Westmoreland. in the First
is sstenographer A ID. Walker. of Holton
who was elected to the three-year term on
the board, was made chairman.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
Firemen Get Their Assignmenta.

A number Of new assignments of San
ia Fe hremen have been made lately
Fireman Bartel goes on the coal run
between Topeka and Scranton: NJ Q.
Smith gets the and s run between To-
peha and Newton. and Ed Smith viii
have charge of the fire on 141 and IA
between Argentine and Leavenworth,
Engineer Islip. Ed Rickabaugh takes
runs and A between Topeka and New
ton with Engineer Robert Mears. o. w.
Jones viii work on II between here and
Kansas CITY.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
Receiver of National Salt Co.

Cleveland, April 10.-Attorney A. w
Ianson was today appointed receiver of
the United Salt company Of this city
His bond was fixed at $4,000. The Ma
tionaI Salt company, otherwise known as
the salt trust recently secured con-
trolling interest from the local concern
7 M Henderson who applied for a re-
ceiver. AYERS in his petition that the
National Salt company is endeavorine 20
wreck the Cleveland concern Henuer-
son is a shareholder in the latter con-
Germ
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
"HINKY DINK" FREED.
Was Arrested on Charge of ViO-
lating the Sunday Law

Chicago, April 10-Alderman Michael
Kenna well known as "Einky Dink'' and
prominent in .levee" politics, who was ar
rested yesterday son complaint of Mrs
Kate Mills Boyd, secretary of the anti
vice crusade society, charged with keep
ing his saloon open on Sundays. was ac-
quilted by jury in Justice Prindeville's 8
court today. Members Of the jury stated
duced no evidence against Kenna. Attor-
neys for Kenna were very severe in their
examination of Mrs. Boyd who announced
she would take no further steps in the
fnaffar
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
WILL MEET TONIGHT.
Commercial Club to Discuss President
McKinIev's TriD.

The Commercial club win hold its reg
ular April meeting at the club rooms to-
night Among other matters of import
ance 10 come up for consideration is d
reception to be rendered President Nc
Kinley and cabinet when they visit To-
pelza on their western trip
President John Frost. who has taken
quite am interest in this matter. Is anx-
ious that Topeka give the president a
creditable reception and urges that as
many members as possible attend tie
weetinE tonight.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
STILL MORE RAIN.
Only Ten-Hundredths Of an Irch Fell
Today.

The weather bureau still promises
more rain. Today's precipitation amount
ed to 10 hundredths of an inch.
The forecast sent out today is rain
tonight and Thursday The report for
the "a hours ending Tuesday morning
at seven O'Clock shows .25 rain at Dres-
den and .04 at Dodge City. The max
imum temperature up to noon today was
so and the minimum At. The wind has
been east blowing about eight miles an
hr,r1r
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
MRS. WARREN,s PLEA.
Wants $1,000 Foa Being Cruelty
Abandoned by Husband.

Mary n. J. Warren has FLED a suit for
divorce in the district court from Asa J.
Warren.
She says in her petition that she mar
ried Asa in August, 1893. but that not
withstanding the fact that he owns
building lots il the city of Tecumseh
and draws S27 month pension for total
disability that he cruelty abandoned her
and failed to provide for her or support
her She asks 81 900 alimony.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
M'KENzIE's SUCCESSOR.
3. ]. Northrup Assumes Duties of
State Grain Inspector.

A z. Mckenzie today turned over the
office of state grain inspector at Kansas
City. Kas-. to his successor. 3. J. North
rup. MI Northrup reappointed the same
deputies some time since. He now an
nounces also the reappointment Of the fol-
lowing helpers.
AT kansas City- J. L. O'Leary, o. S.
Martin D. s. Wilson. George Bender, E.
E. Williams, D. Buckland. Frank Free
man, R. E. Gano, John Chess, jr.
At -Atchison. G. D. Briggs.
At Topeka; g. B Wright.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10
Pan-AmerIcan Bond snapped o..

Buffalo. April 10.-The full amount and
more Of the $500, ,0vO issue of the second
mortgage Pan-American bonds recently
authorized by the legislature has been
underwritten. Subscriptions were first
called for on Saturday last and this
morning it was announces hey amount
ed to s501. 500.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1901-04-10

Chicago. April 1O.-Forecast for Kau-
sas: Rain tonirht and Thursday; east
eriy winds.
New-York tribune., 1901-11-20
THE MEADE COURT MARTIAL.
WITNESSES TESTIFY AS TO THE DEFEN-
DANT"S ALLEGED CONDITION ONE
DAY IN MARCH.

Co,one, Robert L. Meade commandant Of the
marine barracks at the Brooklyn Navy Yard was
placed trial yesterday two charges one OF in
toxication and the other of scandalous conduct
tending 10 the destruction OF good morals. The
court martial convened In Building Ne. %, and was
presided by Pear Admiral George W. sumner
Lieutenant George W. Niblach acted as judge ad-
vocate He was assisted by Captain 3. Fl. Fuller.
Other members of the court were Colonel James
Fornes Captain G. r Wiides, Captain F. A Cook
Captain c. NJ Chester. Captain B. p Lamberton.
Captain f. f. Chadwick. Captain Asa Walker and
Captain G. w Pigman.
Lorenzo Semple. acting for Coudert Brothers.
counsel for the accused officer in his cross-exam
ration OF Colonel Frank L. Denny, quartermaster
of the marine corps who the principal witness
YESTERDAY, apparently was attempting to show that
there conspiracy against Colonel Meade with
the purpose of preventing his advancement in the
service The othev witness was Mr.. Boring. of the
firm of Boring & Tilton, architects. Colonel Denny
testified that on March 10. 1901. he visited the navy
yard to inspect the improvements being maze on
the marine barracks. He said that When ne calleu
on Colonel Meade the latter launched into a TRADE
of abuse against the contractors engaged on the I'M
provements The fact established IN my
mind" said Colorcl Denny ITO my complete con-
victon that accused was under the influence OF
LIQUOR He said that the work in the yard was rot
ten the contractors scoundrels and the workmen
thieves The accused walked across the room swing
ing his arms and swearing at Mr. Boring and my
self
Colonel Denny testiheo that "heii ne again 'i'e"
the yard, April 90. he found Coionei Meade very
much unde- the influence of liquor and that the
commandant was totally unfit to discuss the sub
ject of the visit.
Mr. Boring was also put the stand and testi-
fed as to Colonel Meade's condition on the DAY
he was in the commandments office with Colonel
Denny.
Mr. Semple on behalf of Colonel Meade. cross
examined Colonel Denny. When objections which
were overruled made to his line or question:
ing. Mr. Semple said:
Nv object is TO show the witnesses motives III
making his report against Colonel Meade. wish
to show that he did not make a report TO any oii-
Ger until July IL or Is, three four months a1ter
the alleged dsgraceful conduct Of Colonel Meade
T wish TO show further that he never made a re,
nor, until he was told that Major Lauchhelrner had
made a charge and that he then made report as
. pI,re afterthought and for the purpose OF back
ing up the report made by his friend Major Lauch5
beinner If can show that his motive was b&d
the court is justified in throwing out all his test-
nony.
The trial will be continued to-day
New-York tribune., 1901-11-20
AAERTCAN BUILDING IN LONDON.

FAN 70 ERECT A MODERN OFFICE STRUCTURE
OF GREAT SIZE IN THE STRAND.
-oaoon, Nov. 20.-An Anglo-American syndl-
s's' including Sir Charles Rivers Wilson, the
- -e' OF Kintore Earl Grey. F. 3. Esler, of New
'A' George Cornwallis-West and others ap-
+leu 70 the London County Council yesterday
= lease for 999 years of site on the north
The Strand. with a frontage of 75o feet
with still longer frontages on the new
Is oeaouching on the Strand. for the erec-
- VI IN Office building on American lines. The
ls'ufe. which will cost 100000. Will be the
corasano ana handsomest of it's kind in the world.
SAYS 49, upon the project, The Times
ell NJ LAY 1t VIII relieve the County Couh-
op-rs,Sn a. embarrassment, and will settle at one
thai no,, multitude Of architectural squabbles
disersn.u tlse II the site were divided among
b. an - ..aoisiouals. At the same time II VIII
need TIect lesson Of which we stand much in
sishe. 20 ass7feiore. the project deserves the best
over tb Eohoonsrs There is a needless alarm
ira, W. american invasion. 1t is forgotten
sst ,hs ale always invading other people In
teveres zane way The Americans have dis
han s,a. a. We are less enterprising at home
Son v-ssxoo' ana We welcome their co-opera-
astionx IN, cannot fail 20 draw the Anglo-Saxon
Nioser togetherf'
New-York tribune., 1901-11-20

PLAN FOR COOPERATION BETWEEN THE
ARCH AND CANTON MONUMENT
ASSOCIATIONS.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1s.-The William Mckinley
National Memorial Arch Association having re-
oeixed from the association for the erection of a
AscKtnIev monument at Canton request that 1t
xusnend its appeal to the public for contributions
until the fund deemed necessary for the erection
and maintenance Of the Canton monument has
h..n secured has determined that il would be
,,nracticable to do because the long, indefinite
ala involved would mean the defeat of its pur
nose IT is said however that in its desire to
,orr IN harmony with the association for the
-. ~ the Canton monument. believeing that
ho,h memorials should be and could be erected by
onu,ar subscription it has. through its executive
popaIit feleeraphed 20 President Day and Vice
p,esident Hanna tonight asking them 10 lay be-
~ executive committee of the Canton Monu-
Iors lhs ssesocfstion at its meeting in Cleveland on
brsdav proposition for Joint action by the two
i, the collection of funds and for their
distributfon on agreed basis The details OF ths
pfopSSsi', pr ,eYecntive committee by Secretary Gage
treas1rer of the William Mckinley MemoTlai EN- @ , Arcn
,ioo Prompt action is asked by the latter
aaso"iation in order that the moveIneI. tor me
a. ~ the national capital may not De endan-
Nv delay