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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1903
Page
8
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A state investigation into alleged mistreatment at a Kentucky asylum centers on charges against Pratt and Waller, with doctors and board members questioning staff about beatings, choking, and punitive confinement. Witnesses describe patients forced to endure harsh punishments, while some staff deny or downplay the abuses.
Puzzle of mail volume dominates a chaotic telegraph of figures and dates from early 1900s Chicago and Illinois noted in fragmentary items. Data includes 527270 letters reaching New York, 39370 at Al-Fawn Ave, and references to quarantine, health reform, and streetcar impacts. Also mentions births in Illinois 1902 with Cook County counts and a soprano teacher and local business ads.
Kempton, tired and held by county authorities, faced arraignment in Oakland on a complaint by Assistant Attorney Redden. He was bound over to district court, convicted on one count, and sentenced to 39 days with fines. A separate court order cited 16 400.56 in costs and a term to be released from labor on the Vinewood railroad. commissioners weigh the basis for release.
Officials confirm Chicago division of the Santa Fe to be divided. The eastern portion to be named Missouri division with Charles Rumiett as superintendent between Fort Madison and Chicago. Western Chicago division to become Missouri division under J Dolis. F D Dolan to succeed in charge of old Chicago division. Changes take effect April 15.
The case against George Buckner accused of highway robbery was dismissed in district court this morning. Buckner, linked to the March 28 robbery of Mrs. W. Bell, was not sent to prison as witnesses failed to identify him beyond doubt. County Attorney Nichols and later Steele announced the dismissal after the trial did not proceed.
Barbara Miller daughter of ex congressman L Morrison Miller of Wisconsin and heiress to over 110000 in estate married March 4 to Gius Stelzer. Stelzer is a capable businessman and club figure with social ties and education noted. Her late father Colonel Miller was a former member of Congress.
Lawrence Harmon of Chicago has visited Peoria and Port Madison discussing a proposed electric rail line from Chicago to the Mississippi River. Surveys completed and right of way cleared, the plan aims to connect the east with the northern Ohio Indiana Michigan system already in place. Harmon returned to Chicago after a preliminary briefing.
Four of the defunct inflection joint cases brought by County Attorney Gailin Nichile have been scheduled for trial in the district court on April 21. Defendants Fritz Dureth George Fheuer Ate Cherspoor and Bee Aine are named. Prosecution has not presented any legal points to contest the petition, and a judge will determine the prolate. About twelve more cases remain to be set, with Judge Heston likely to schedule them for the term’s end.
Judge Hisen must decide if the jail escape from the county jail remains at issue. The prisoner fled from the stone pile yard but was recaptured. Defense argues breaking out here does not prove escape occurred, while prosecutors press for a call to bring the accused back to the yard.
Millionaire An bout Phelps Stokes unveils patents for a spherical floating sea battery. The steel vessel would resemble an apple, with two large guns or one, extending through decks to a central loaded dock. Rigid gun mounts and counterpoles promise stability and capacity advantages over Russian designs.
North Topeka column notes visiting guests from Kansas City and Colorado, Easter church services, local meetings, and church announcements. Reports on a fatal shooting inquiry, a buggy accident injuring several, a funeral for a four year old, and community events at the North Side Y M C A with pastors and secretaries listed.
The Right Reverend Joly of Gonnoxy and other Newark bishops are favorably spoken of for the archbishopric of Manila. Rev. D. J. Harty of St. Louis is seen as likely new archbishop. Rooker of Washington and Rev. J. Dougherty of Philadelphia receive roles tied to Rome. Archbishop George Montgomery, offered Manila, declines to stay in San Francisco.
In a tense session, Lucien Maak testified that he was with a woman the night before the accident but refused to name her or the hotel. Judge Blanchard ruled the questioning improper and unnecessary, supporting Mas’s privacy claim amid the ongoing inquiry.
Decar Bischet, a city assessor official, announced that total valuation will rise. He cited incomplete work on personal and real estate assessment and noted a significant jump in personal property and real estate values. The increase, driven by improvements and new buildings, is expected to be substantial this year.
While kneeling at Holy Name Cathedral on April 13 Miles Lunes of Barrington, Ui was pickpocketed of 25 dollars by a well-dressed young woman who left before the service ended. Police field multiple complaints about similar purse thefts near Congressa Yor and surrounding areas, with a note about a 266 City Ticket Office and Eaton Pacific Railroad to follow up.
Mrs Broadway objects to harboring Uncle Harvey while he seeks lodging in the city. Mr Broadway defends the plan, hoping a few days stay will help the old man, who fears a harsh New York future. The couple debates charity and family duty as they consider the stranger’s needs.
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