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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1903
Page
5
Fragmented clippings record debates on Tariff and foreign policy with references to Dewey and the Cohen treaty. Items note telephone industry counts, anti trust concerns, highway building costs, and local infrastructure. Includes scattered mentions of political figures and civic plans in a period-accurate newsroom voice.
Fragmented civic notes describe rising prosperity and rising alcohol use as residents of a western town cope with hardship. References to the river bridge at Concordia, water disputes, and political talk mix with local anecdotes, cultural remarks, and brief notices about entertainment and observances.
A garbled fragment from the Globe hints at citizens whispering about a murdered man and town ethics. It mentions uneasy conversations among four people, a watcher named Hoge Thinker, and speculation on crime, poverty, and who governs memory in the town's past.
Fragmentary text from a Philadelphia Record feature titled Quaker Reflections. The readable lines hint at reflections on childhood, responsibility, and social norms but remain incomplete and cryptic. No clear events, dates, or named individuals are establishable from the legible portions.
A fragmented, humorously biased reflection on money, marriage, and gender roles. The text mocks the man’s search for a lasting wife and the social expectations of a groom seeking stability through a partner.
Reports show women voters registering across wards, with wet precincts gaining ground while dry areas lag. Mrs White accuses Bergundthal of false statements. he defends himself and denies ownership of a building tied to a liquor operation. Polls face challenges from naturalization and party factions shaping the April 7 vote.
A historical note shows a Washington based approval for a Kansas bank with officials including Saint A and Hinnnitivld involved in authorizing national banks to commence operations. The fragment references Germp Nations in northern Kansas and a Third Nation president, indicating early regulatory action and leadership in banking.
Ottawa reports definite plans for two excursion trains to Topeka carrying Christian Endeavorers to see President Roosevelt. Trains depart Ottawa around morning, return by evening. Round trip fare set at 3 dollars with arrangements for two carriages if needed. Big crowd expected at the cornerstone ceremony for the new A building during MC A convention.
Fragmentary report outlines unsettled conditions across Kansas with wind and thawing trends. It notes warm spells near Topeka and several towns while detailing hourly temperatures and cloudy to clear conditions, predicting a slow shift toward spring despite lingering cold snaps.
President Roosevelt's trip advance reached Harrisburg amid a brief New Deal of greetings. Officials from state legislature and city offices welcomed him at Zion Lutheran Church shadow. Roosevelt expressed pride at the nation's progress and, after brief remarks, continued toward the next stop at Altoona at 7:15 p.m.
A Concordia woman opened fire last night wounding Albert Parra and Charles Forkner. Parra, an ex convict, and Forkner were taken to local care as investigators probe the motive and details of the shooting.
The brother of Mile Flere engages in a race at Semiy ile with a march to St Prevost noted later. The report mentions a ticket office at Union Pacific City Bailroad with an address at 824 Ki aneae avenue and references a move to St Prevost after initial seconds in the event.
Park College President Denice Some retorts claims that Parkville supporters used stenographers to influence the Park-Waffburn debate. Townes is said to be unsure of the writers’ identity and whether shorthand was used. McAtee denounces any sharp practice and vows to seek retractions if charges prove false.
Jury deliberations continued in a Topeka court over a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses against Britta Belge and others linked to the Bik Grove Land and Cattle Company. Defendants include George Marie and Charley Witemn. Attorneys argued quietly as the panel retired after Tuesday sessions. shelf dates indicate ongoing detailed mortgage and cattle lien disputes.
Village social plans unfold with charity theatre by Miss Lou Matton and Miss Adelaide Tsalmar, probate court actions involve a minor girl and guardians, an accounting system rollout for Adam Brothers, and Governor Tule to speak at the economic celebration. Rail plans promise a kauwe and quishema prose feature with toyen wheteli ne funded by the Orient railroad.
Homeseekers may travel west southwest and to Old Mexico at one fare plus two dollars with liberal stop over privileges. Details and full particulars available from the nearest Rock Island agent. Pecuniary entertainment and banquet for members of shelter only.
William Crane, aged 37, visiting Topeka from St. Joseph, was seen entering the Grand Theater for a matinee of David Harn. After a staged prank on April Fool’s Day, Crane was knocked to the platform aboard a train, hospitalized, and later released after false reports.
Notes reveal chatter about a London import for the David Harum production and speculation on which actor best suits Mr Crane. The item discusses bets and plans for a season opener, mentioning Reese and Pretitran in connection with the night’s sale.
A broad strike of 1600 to 20000 workers spreads across Westchester and beyond into New York state and Connecticut. Contractors and workers brace for action as eight hour day hinges on new scales with plumbers at 4.40, carpenters 3.80, painters 4.25, bricklayers 4.20, tormenters and bench workers idled. 3000 to 5000 men fail to report. Union officials and ticket offices coordinate responses amid expected 23 percent wage increase proposals.
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