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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1903
Page
5
A lengthy wire report from the Associated Press reviews the U S farm sector with emphasis on grain prices, farm payments, and policy impacts. It notes declines in corn and wheat markets, shifts in credit and mortgage terms, and rising costs that influence farmers as spring planting begins. The piece references political debates, funding, and the broader economic context affecting producers nationwide.
The article critiques Morgan and Clewe on economic and agricultural rosters, praising the favorable conditions for farmers and industrial growth. It highlights expanding exports and development, noting broad optimism for sustained national prosperity and future earnings in the western regions.
Fragmented OCR text discusses business activity and profits with cautious optimism. It suggests orders on hand are plentiful, prospects look encouraging, and a long continuation of prosperity is hoped for, amid uncertain conditions and fluctuating demand. The source tone reflects a historical economic bulletin.
The piece reviews Anglo German relations and public reactions to a New World theater play. It notes German admiration for American friendliness toward Berlin and the potential for eased tensions. It mentions Irish play controversy and possible violent reactions, including eggs and protests as methods of dissent.
A ragged collection of district items from multiple papers. Mentions revivals in Topeka and Lawrence Ward, pay raises for chaplains, state appropriations in Maine, a World’s Fair attraction in Concesalane, and revolutions with casualties in West Indiana. Continuous garbled text but preserves named places and some events.
A fragmentary page notes local scenes and rumors involving a Beahiored figure, churchgoing, and women’s roles. The wording is garbled but hints at social expectations, a treaty mention, and a request for an address.
The readible parts describe a local scene with women waiting and a numeric exchange. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR but suggest a small community event or misread scores. The fragment preserves no clear date or organization.
Reported gold rush chaos near a town with a shift to water, a 12 foot strike, and several men at work as diggers. In Little Thook Ark a black man John Turner was lynched after an attempted assault. a mob seized him from jail and hanged him publicly.
Washington April negotiations with Cuba over the Isle of Pines progress but a treaty expected to confirm Cuba’s title. Tilman held for murder in Columbia as grand jury returns anew on N G Gommis case. trial set for next Monday.
The Howard murder case defense seeks a change of venue with jitranite application and one case called for trial. Prosecution and defense set a deadline for the defense to respond tomorrow. Sziler explosion in Fort Wayne kills two in a railroad yard incident.
The text reports on labor unrest and a proclamation concerning peasant work and a central strike. It notes the appointment of the Right Rev George Montacinery as archbishop of Mania by the coadjutor archbishop of San Pranciaco.
Harey Kennedy colored man died Monday afternoon after illness at home. He was taken to hospital earlier and is reported to have worked as a janitor at the Royal 4 Hard fall. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Local report notes E Th Melkeever filing a suit at Wamego, a Topeka appointee at a rural school, and a Socialist club meet in Topaka. It mentions attorney Deve Hamer in Emporia securing funds for a failed First National Yank, plus a court date April 25 in the US circuit court. A sherclal club meeting and old Bind Canning factory plans near Quincy are listed, with a general call for proposals from an unnamed concern. Mars and Santa Fe dates, and plant products like satin ag cream, appear in a scattered, imperfect transcription.
A jagged report from New Cringos describes U S concern over threats in Honduras. It mentions Admiral Coghlan’s actions near Puerto Cortes, possible marines involvement, and doubts about a ransom claim or American bank losses amid chaotic conditions in Tegucigalpa.
Ed Howe shares strong impressions of a recent Atchison Auditorium concert. The reviewer praises the string section led by Leopold Kramer and Bruno Steindel, notes audience enthusiasm and applause, and jokes about Bruno Steindel’s symphonic variations while expressing mixed feelings about some works and instruments.
A Topeka city railway letter accompanies a one dollar donation from an anonymous patron. The writer notes rides stolen under an old transfer system and asks that the contribution serve as full settlement. The Bellw ay company offers no special acknowledgment due to the writer’s faint name.
In Sharon Springs a large festival airs as President Roosevelt plans to read remarks at the county seat during a Sunday visit. Local churches including Swedish Lutheran and Methodist await his presence and the town prepares hospitality from hotels to a notable preacher lineup amid early 20th century settler life in the frontier county.
County commissioners accept Newman suggestion for Shawnee textile preference over four year period. A new tax and revenue book will be printed and rolls rewritten next year. A Philadelphia conference outlines plans for a new theater at Biad and Locust Streets independent of the theater trust with pledged funds. Promoters list several notable backers and anticipate multiple performers in the opening program.
The article notes contracted figures in the theater bound by trust while awaiting release. Condolences pour in for Ambassador Porter as Mrs Porter, wife of Ambassador Porter, dies suddenly in Paris. Diplomatic figures, including Sir Edmond Monson and Prince von Radolin, send messages. funeral set for Thursday at the American Church with Dr Tharter officiating.
In the public square at noon, James Leach was shot and killed by his father in law Newman Smallwood after a chaotic exchange of a dozen rounds. Leach, who had just secured a divorce, died shortly after. Smallwood was arrested amid street turmoil. Both are farmers.
At a Jersey City meeting stockholders of the America Beet Sugar company re elected the old board. President F Oxnard noted European export bounties had caused a sugar surplus and price declines. Prices in Hamburg and California were given, with Illinois River production stated at 115,803 pounds, amid expectations of continued market volatility.
Colorado commissioners for the St. Louis World's Fair oppose a legislature set aside of 3100,000 for the Colorado exhibit, arguing a revenue provision blocks proper planning. State auditors say warrants may be issued in advance of revenue collection. Sapetha, Kan. April, election results show McClary elected mayor. Hook named council member. other local races listed.
An old style medical advertisement touts Vin-Surig as a cure for general debility and digestive complaints. It promises a money back guarantee and emphasizes affordability while naming dubious users and locations.
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