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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1903
Page
6
The piece notes a performance of Dave Harum Here at a local venue with seating and night show timing. It references a theater program and audience attendance during a nighttime reading or show.
A reader describes a local school production with strong acting and memorable supporting roles. Performances by several students stand out, delivering lively pacing, clear diction, and engaging stage presence.
A garbled report reflects widespread confusion over election procedures and wartime governance amid a flood of questions. It references city boundaries, legal authority, and calls for clarity on war-related mobilization, while implying debates on civil duties and official responses.
Fragmentary report references a June 8 date, ports and empire, and a walkout in operation by Scousindal Gegree. Mentions inspections, banked teats, and German restrictions impacting American imports. Contexts of borax, yeast, and wartime trade appear obliquely with damaged phrasing.
In Topeka political chatter centers on Griley and Evans with Democrats and Republicans fielding candidates in a tight ward race. Griley, long allied with city administration and the current council, faces challenge from Republican nominee M. Eyini and Joseph Griles seeking reelection to the ward seat.
The article outlines a tense 1st Ward race with Democrats confident of Gries re election by up to 4000 votes while Rivard claims a Republican return to pre wet and dry lines. Gries faces opposition over sewer projects and paving plans with critics citing cost and local impact.
A distressed Anaconda Mont worker recounts illness from improper diet, credits Grape-Nuts with rapid recovery and regained weight. Within weeks he left a failing position in Chicago, later securing a better role at Anaconda Copper, attributing the turnaround to the cereal.
W. Myers & Co announces relocation to larger, cleaner quarters at 50st Wear Tenth street near their current Easton location. A complete new fixture setup and modern refrigerated storage will improve cold storage for imported and local meats. The move aims to serve customers better and strengthen the store’s role in the local grocery and meat trade in the south and west sections of the city.
Nashville April 2 The battle for the Southern Pacific shareholding rages between James R Keene and the Union Pacific in the Nevada court. Mr Humphrey for Harriman cites affidavits while Keene’s side argues for joint agents and contests freight discrimination claims. The case traces Central Pacific progress and Huntington era plans as both parties press for control and asset safeguarding.
A chaotic scene at Grant Bend features a joke about paying cash in advance. The Mulvane party includes Hiram Dilton, DW Mulvene, Secretary of State Harrow, Lt. Gov Hanne, W. H. Mackey, and Frank Grimes amid awkward meals and a quip from the landlady. Denver restaurant reopenings follow in a separate note of arbitration and resumed operations.
Rome reports that King Edward will visit the Vatican at the end of the month. Negotiations are led to arrange a meeting with the pope, with potential travel routes via the English ecclesiastical codes or Prince Martinos residence.
Legislation abolishes treasurers offices in Kansas educational institutions prompting transfer of warrant duties to auditors. Writs for employee pay will be registered and counter signed, nearly doubling clerical work. Affected are the Agricultural College at Manhattan, State Normal School at Emporia, and the State University at Lawrence.
Lilian Mortimer's adaptation of Mario Corelli's novel drew crowds last night with strong lead by Mortimer and a lively supporting cast. Scenic design impressed audiences, though actor exchanges from previous show amused regulars. Tomorrow's double bill features The Candy of the King and The Shadow of the Gulows in rotation.
Providence police allege White, aided by accomplice Devlin, held 16 extradition papers from Thode Island and planned diamond robberies. Investigator McCluskey says White faces multiple theft charges tied to a 6000 dollar transit of diamonds seized in Washington.
A woman's question about cures from Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. It cites many cases declared incurable by local doctors and claims widespread success. A testimonial mentions recovery from irregularities and related symptoms, praising the medicine and its pellets.
Circus crews rush to ready the Coliseum for opening as Ringling Brothers takes possession. Four hundred workers prepare the arena and stages while scenery for the Jerusalem and the Crystal Sphere is installed. Elephants, horses, and performers arrive from across the country and Europe for rehearsals ahead of the Thursday afternoon opening.
Reports from Knoxville Tennessee in April say the famed day reader Creatore is mentally affected. A friend in the city cites a letter stating he is confined near Cincinnati for treatment after unrequited love and a supposed breakdown. Friends hope for a quick recovery, noting the female companion from Knoxfile and Atlanta has ended their relationship.
News item from North Topeka notes Bert Parks visiting Rossville and Lucy Evans preparing for homecoming. It advertises openings at New Era, Next Era, and Muster Hall, with Marshall's band to provide music for the New Era opening. Mrs Edith Godladay returns to Kansas City after visiting H J Nichols. Infant Conway ill with pneumonia at Harrison Street home. Funeral for Catherine Holt held at Cumberland Presbyterian church. burial in Rochester.
Confirmation to the clef presented by Canon Burke. There will also be a celebration of the Holy Eucharist. David Page finished a Mediterranean trip and will tour Europe visiting Portugal Spain France Switzerland and Germany. In June he will visit Scotland and relatives. Over three hundred young attended a reception at Mrs Charien Curtis for Miss Rachel Strong the new assistant secretary at the TW CA. Music by Miss Lykens Campbell Curtin. North Side WCA shows early promise under Ming Armstrong. Membership now 30.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention reductions in prices and currency values with references to pounds and cents. Lacking coherent names, places, or events. Unable to determine a clear news item or individuals due to garbled text.
A report from the county convention lists Shree delegate to the state convention to be held at Kanporia on May 7. Spalding chosen to represent. instruction to find part Cot J. G. Johnson of Paabody for a vote.
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