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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1903

Page

2

Between Fires at Jefferson City Ends in High Court Probe

Fragmentary OCR reveals mentions of Attorney General F C Crow and W Welk in a bribery inquiry tied to University matters in Jefferson City. References to grand juries and indictments suggest ongoing legal action as officials discuss evidence and next steps.

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Fragmented city notes and sporting brief from Topeka era

A jumble of local items mentions lost jewelry reward, a Topeka audience awaiting theater results, and several names including Dan O Rourke and Arthur Wearada. Also noted are government debates, city wall rebuilding, rail projects, prize for Easter edition readers, and sports updates featuring Topeka and regional teams.

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May not play Washburn boys barred from societies without girls

A chaotic village school debate era unfolds as Washburn boys are barred from student societies in the audience, protests arise over gender exclusion, and plans form to address faculty and debaters. The piece details organizing efforts, the role of two societies, and shifts toward a mixed audience for upcoming performances of The School play She Stoops to Conquer.

Washburn Wea Celiver Order OF the Familly Sirisette Treme Wonadthuistlens Bearia Hele Higetiae Soha Aowether Kies Hall Endery Webi Movniins Ln Ia Suerner Denusios Laurie Park Tyhland Park Anderetond Pratt Abe

Munfrend text in Crawrond Rati at Wiltie Codie Stadion

The piece describes a local theater event with principal performers Saine Vieywood and Jane Audie. It notes steady crowds at the Union Pacific ticket office and mentions Tennixs Machinist tools and a broadcast revenue moment.

Morence Mindolly Wiltie Codie Stadion Jane Audie Tennixs Forben Union Pacific Wis

Inspection tour of Kanans Daisies by Prof Webster

Prof Webster visits Kanans Daisies and the Finan hemonatural cote Diag moeal to study dairy practices. The itinerary includes demonstrations and communications with farmers, focusing on quality, equipment, and potential benefits to dairymen.

Webster Jal Tf Weberee Prafessor Bryana Diag Moe Amcretary Delrymen Biette Afr Webater

Public Discourse on General Funston and German Policy

The commentary critiques General Funston and U.S. stance toward Germany, praising Dewey and discussing liberty, public sentiment, and national character. It rails against sensationalism, stresses the value of free discussion, and defends traditional democratic virtues amid international tensions.

Wisker to be tried for manslaughter in train wreck case

Engineer John H. Winker of the White Plains local faces a trial in the New York court for manslaughter over a wreck involving a passenger train. Prosecutors allege the crash caused multiple deaths and injuries as the jury prepares to hear evidence about the collision at the court.

Manslsughter New York Johm H. Winker Enemeg Iittver Bast Ver Cauntis Matelasgheer Arte Ar Meineer Mae Howl

Bakery Trust in Newark Plans Regional Merger

Arrangements are under way to combine the whole waxeries network of Newark, Jersey City, and Hoboken with HICON. Plant managers have secured options on 60 days and expect board approval for a three year retention of staff. A weather mention and other notices follow in this mixed, entangled item.

Newark SN. J Jersey City Habolgen Tal Tim Idefls Seine Postens Ulna New Jersey

Adyventists Adjourn At Biennial Conference In Oakland

The Seventh Day Adventist biennial conference adjourned in Oakland California on April 13 with officers named for various regional conferences including Atlantic Northern Central Southwest and Pacific. Notables listed: A G Danissix Battle Creek WA Spicer Battle Creek T W Cottrell Atlantic Union representative and many regional leaders from California Massachusetts London and Sweden among others.

Oakdand Cal Seventh Day Advertare London A. G. Danissix Barie Creek Mieh Conradt Yee Trescott Battle Creek Eerretaeee Spicer Exank Parmaelee South Lancaster T. W. Cottrell Plats ET. Rust I, G. Rupert T. Know W. HL .Thurston GAP Trio Aupinaiian Conrad Termast Reandisay Lin Vonfixmcks O. OA Dts Beitinh G. Waeinen Ste Path Carenenre W.-H. Nyextphal Seat Americain Wenterener W. W. Prescott T. Fotis California Ax Hoopes Nebraskiy AG W. A. Spicer Batte

Victims of Dr Wiley Borax Food Experiments Reported

Chicago reports that clerks involved in Dr Wiley’s secret borax diet studies show a pink complexion and healthy circulation after months on prescribed foods. Officials say the drugs used in meals have so far proven harmless, though the exact chemical effects remain under review.

Wiley Chicago the Tribune Washinton Wiest Whicy Sovicio Barge Hippy

Pekin Bond Rules Tie Pay to Gold Value

The new American Indemnity bond requires payments in gold dollar equivalents per protocol exchange rates, seen as a near gold bond by interpreters. In Topeka, the W T U marked its fifth anniversary with a program and refreshments, concluding with a banquet and a tribute to Mrs Jenkins for long service.

Pekin Apr

All Back at Work Saratoga 8 April 19 Carpenters Strike Ended

Workers including carpenters joiners painters and others resume duties after a strike that disrupted production. The return to work follows negotiations with employers and union leaders. No further details on dates or resolutions are provided.

Saratoga

Beloit Business Digest Details Sheep Profit by Mr White

Beloit reports Mr White, a successful sheepman, sold 4,000 lambs from Sollors stock bought at Kansas City yards for about 178 per head. They averaged 3.5 pounds daily gains, selling around 608 per head, yielding over 1200 profit after transport and feed, with net around 3000.

Beloit White Kansas Cit United States Steal Corporation

Dewey Seeks Aid After Detroit Diamond Theft

Admiral Dewey asked Mayor for help after a colored 15 year old boy attempted to steal Mrs. Trey war Lout's diamond brooch worth $1,000 in Detroit Michigan. The girl recovered the brooch and Dewey rewarded her with $100 while the matter drew press attention. The boy had written threatening letters to the admiral and Mrs. Dewey seeking to avoid punishment.

Detroit Dewey Chad Ty Admiral Dewey Maytury Admiral Trewey Trey War Trier

Threw Down Their Tools in Pottevilla Strike Action

Workers in Pottevilla and nearby Glendowrr and Anchor Washery regions refuse work as bosses set new hours on Saturday. Affected employees await arbitration and some suspended workers seek reinstatement while promising to strike if terms worsen.

Pottevilla Ms. Hanoy Glendowrr Herkerville Kun

Hartfert shooting leaves three wounded in city

In Hartfert three men were shot in a violent attack. Dominick Pacifico, an 8 year old boy, and Inez Hight were among the injured. Jeremia Condron died from a head wound. The assailants fled, leaving authorities to investigate the mob violence as crowds gathered in West Newton.

Hartfert Dominick Pacifico Fratlan

Roosevelts Suicide Talk Sparks Pentecost Address

Chicago April dispatch reports Bagha Pentecost discussing race and self harm in a speech about President Roosevelt's recent suicide attempt. Pentecost frames marriage and procreation as societal tests, arguing intelligent people will bear fewer children unless conditions improve. He urges work, debt relief, and marriage to support future generations.

Chicago Tribune New York Roosevelt Hugh v. Pentecost Lorin Hall Pentecost Kooroveltin Miffer Ohli Ahirkere Immela Chile Kiet Uffer

Repeals Stamp Act Prompted Chinese Empress Discontent

A fragmented report from Pekin notes the Dowager Empress opposing renewed taxation amid provincial unrest. An edict argues the plan burdens the people, with officials pressed to implement the scheme and reduce public hardship.

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Reasons for delay in evacuating New Chwang

Pekin April 1 Ruvai explains their delay in evacuating New Chwang Manchuria by three factors. They state they are oblat izing at the international sanitary commission with a Fusian at its head to prevent a recurrence of the bubonic plague outbreak.

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Warship Reina Christiana sunk. crew skeletons found

Manila reports the warship Reina Christiana Aship of Admiral Montojo was sunk and beaching occurred. Skeletons of about several crew members were found in the hulk at Grace Cathedral parlors near Forbes' during an April noon.

Manila Reina Christiana Admiral Montojo Eneh Admural Dmney Yentertay Grace Cathedral

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