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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1904

Page

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Political Gossip Drives Sympathy for Burton in Bristow Case

A calumnious front aims to sway public opinion toward Senator Burton while painting Joseph L Bristow as the persecutor. The editor cites editors and figures like E Hoch to argue sympathy should not aid Burton despite his graft-laden career and the Rialto affair.

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Bristow, Morrill Controversy Stirs Graft Claims

The article describes political maneuvering around Bristow and Burton, detailing graft allegations and legal questions about Morrill era pay. It notes Dawes opinions, contends Bristow faced pressure from Burton supporters, and mentions Saline Herald’s suggestion of RAL Lovitt as a Democratic candidate. Governor Stanley resigns from the Dawes commission and returns to Wichita.

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Casualty Toll in Tibetan Battle and Depot Burned

Reports describe a brutal March 1 clash at Guer Thibet with hundreds killed including Thibetian leaders and high officials. The retreat left a field of dead, wounding many, while Santa Fe depot in Dering, Ken, burned Thursday evening, causing several thousand dollars in losses.

Tune Thibet Tis Guer Trent Thaaeene Mas Donal Meer Whey Fnally Thibelart Mareh Rim Demming Santa Fe Gepot Ak Dering About & Seton Snecra Wie Bat F Campens

Wolf Meeting Attacked State Journal in Topeka

A Topeka meeting of Wolf supporters attacked the State Journal as vile and biased while defending Wolf who claimed five years of sobriety. Speakers including S. Larimer and J. Bronecker ridiculed the paper as a false enemy, while Sheldon and Nellis urged votes for Wolf and McCollum.

C. V. Wolf Central Congregational ‘Church Mr. Wolf Wolf Wolt State Journal State Journal O I G. Larimer Republican City Central Continuities Pi Worber Renwick Maine Royents de Ee Conalbet Xai WG. Larimer Republican City Central Committee To State Journal J. G. Bronecker Wiliam Green Mx Grean The Charles M. Sheldon Fifth Ward McCollum Br. Sheldon Luther M. Nellis Fourth Ward Geo. Larkins G. Larimer Shaware County West Law and Order Welf Topeka Lartner Republican Machine Ey B. Cowgill G Stewart Guimatice Babeion Taeoree Ee Lathin Utes Rifere Jorian's Hall

New High Records Set in Ioanand Deposits Crash

New York reports record Ioanand deposits as banks in the city surge. Loans reach 1,027.7 million with Pan ama capital money prep for a $30,000,000 fund. Deposits and funds show a rapid expansion amid market optimism.

New York

Jewelry found belonging to Mrs Burns after hotel theft

Mrs Burns, prominent in the Daughters of the American Revolution, reported missing jewelry found after the Burnet heiress was held at a Chicago hotel. Police allege James Rogis was arrested in Cincinnati with the jewels, including an engraved piece bearing Mrs Burns initials. The total value cited is about five hundred dollars.

Bess Jona James Tayo Rogis Gras Burnet Burrs Mia Burns Burns Daughters of the American Revolution

Fire men fight blaze at Merchants National Bank building

Fire crews battled a stubborn blaze at the Merchants National Bank building at 120 last night. The fire ignited in a large closet and tore through partitions, with multiple near-extinguishments and rapid reactivations before final containment. No injuries reported, property damage estimated around fifteen thousand dollars. the building is owned by the Sewell estate.

Merchants National Bank Dr. DeCiwert Tre Krest Whmarth mErih Sewell

Pictures in Senate and House Pension Debates

In Washington the Senate chamber displays a large easel with pictures showing irrigation offers and the Wyoming land raid amid a debate on Mr Gibson's repeal bill. Mr Warren sought time to speak but did not get it as Mr Mallory continued his Carmack inquiry. In the House, a pension board appointment for disabled veterans was sent to conference while pension measures began consideration.

Washington Senate Chamber Wyoming Gibson Warren Senate Mallory Beech Hitchcock Board of Mann

Investigation Entered Into Beef Price Inquiry

A U S commerce department agents, at St Louis, begin a probe into beef price causes and suspected manipulation by corporate combinations. They will visit Chicago, Kansas City, St Joseph, and other points to assess capitalization, management, and ownership links in the beef trade.

St. Louis, Mo United States Department of Commerce St. Louw Tesee Cortelyen Congress United States Cordelyou Jany Chicano Kansas City Joseph

All Under Water Traces of Flood Hit Vincente Area

Report from Hussellville notes widespread flood damage as John Hil and Alexander Callender tour the region. They say most pine miles near Ausnefivitle are underwater, with only one house, Wielerine, remaining dry. Ronschiville and surrounding towns are submerged. residents fear for meat and other provisions as efforts to send Belmont boat are blocked by strong currents.

Vincente Ind Hussellville Belmont

Aetna Must Quit Challenge Over $5,000 Policy Claim

Kansas insurer Aetna Accident Insurance faced removal from the state for failing to pay a $5,000 claim on Dr. H A McLellan who died by drowning after a bath tub accident. The case centers on whether death was an accident or due to vertigo or heart failure, with the department demanding compliance with state law and tax requirements.

C. HW. Laling Hus Aetna Accident Insurance Company Hartford Conn Kansas Insurance Department Aetna H. H. Mecellun McLellan McCliptork Barner Grabbe Melcllan Aetna Company National Masonic Accident Dez Maines Haid Callard Huble Eugenie Hagin Leks Passiters Michiaone Aetnaent Waar Laling Des Moines Company Companien Iouling Ite Luling Asta Eaepee Actnn Topoke Webb Mewall McNall Lultig Ioneckaus

Flour Price Increases Hit Topeka Markets

Topeka grocers and wholesalers raise prices after three of six local flour mills lift wholesale rates by four to ten cents per hundred pounds. The past two weeks saw a $2.40 per hundred pounds jobbing price. Mills named include Shanes and Crosby Rolling.

J. J. Sheliaberger Smillins Companise Topeka Shanes Mills Crosby Rolling Mills

Weather Outlook: Showers Possible Across Kansas and Missouri

Weather summary notes general rain chances and mixed temperatures across Kansas and Missouri. It lists yesterday’s high and low readings at several stations including Wichita and Fort Scott, with hourly data and forecasts ahead.

Weather Bureau Wxiay Kansas Shartiy Abe Sassouri Kansan Minsouri Kansae Cerren O'Nlock Raker Fort Pg Misekeville Peeneaes Evden Wichita

Funeral in boats at Francisville in Indiana

Fragmentary report notes a funeral in Francisville held on boats after a death at sea. References ongoing flooding and a person named William Christian’s wife dying on a Thursday with a funeral performed in a local maritime setting. Details are unclear due to unreadable OCR.

Indianapolia Ind Apell Luli Im Francisville Wiliam ‘Christan Skeene Eanen Er Melman

Last Man to Pay Dog Tax in Topeka

Gordon of 299 Van Buren paid a one dollar dog tax on a Friday after a misunderstanding over April 1 rates. City officials directed him to the city attorney and clerk, then to the treasurer, with the dollar accepted as the fee for one dog while another was left to the catcher. The case involved local city offices and a debate over the correct tax for the year.

Gordon van Buren Otort City Ver Syle Ordan Tse Topeke Geo &Penny Washburn School of Fine Arts

Tibet Expedition Victory Not Attracting Russian Attention

St. Petersburg reports after British Tibet venture that Russia is too occupied to resist. Britain seeks protectorate influence to secure a stronger position in Tibet while Russian relations with Britain and China show signs of easing. Assessments suggest no immediate rapprochement, with Britain wary of Japan’s wartime stance and cautious about overreaching.

St. Petersburg Tibet Japan Lusta Beltala China Rusain Periape Great Mursin Noyon Vremya Great Britain Becwean Edward Jie Polit Bartaott Manchuria Ceutralises Ardenelies Persian

Local Machinists Debate Possible Strike Amid Union Talks

In Chicago on April 2, a large group of machinists gathered behind closed doors to vote on a strike issue tied to the Santa Fe line. While some members supported voting, officials stated no action had been taken yet and no firm plans emerged. Weather notes mention partly cloudy Kansas conditions with possible showers later.

International Associaation of Machinists The Mechiniats’ Union Sixth Avenue Willie Meson Mnch Beanite Harien Reprnche Uh Chicago Kansas

Also Mentioned on This Page

Blan Besmirch Joseph L. Bristow Ath Yenich Burton Mer Waahington Pandine Falls Boo Ier Weahington Warhinton Stanley Dawes Commission Tishomingo J.T Guer, Thibet Sheldon Church Mick Abuse of State Journal H. G. Larimer N. Y Merchants’ Bank After Beef Trust Russellville, Ill J. H. Laling Excludes Insurance Company H. A. McLellan Polley Company Aur Brown England Russia Sante Fe
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