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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1903

Page

8

Moving Pictures Show Firefighters History of Steamers Life Nets

A moving picture display at the Tokyo Fire Department event features steamers in action and life nets, highlighting crack fire units from across the country. The show plans include expert demonstrations from Chicago and clips of top departments, with emphasis on apparatus, training, and firefighting techniques.

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Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Patent Medicine

An old advertisement notes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin priced at 5 cents and one dollar per bottle. It lists PEPSIN SYRUP CO based in Monticello, Ti.

Dr.Caldwell Write Pepsin Syrup CO Monticello

Radford Named Grain Inspector In Kansas State

Geverwue Fullny today named Jno. Radford of Kana City Kansas as a late grain inspector to succeed. The appointment follows political maneuvering in the state GOP. Radford replaces W J Graham while the department plans to boost staff after harvest and deploys inspectors and weighmen at multiple points across the state.

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North Topeka Ladies Aid News and Local Happenings

North Topeka column lists residents visiting, church events, and town gossip. Mentions Mrs Reynolds, Mrs Scott, Mrs Nichols health improving, J W Scott visiting her hotel, and plans for church services at the Presbyterian and other local gatherings. Also notes store openings, price cuts, and building plans by several prominent residents in Topeka.

Kim Kanes Ave W. M. Cosrley Kensal City Will Shente Dinesr Rio Chreate i Sewara Alps Daniad Merkden Closa Best Gordan Street Sirs Charles ‘Trude St. Marya Mra J W Scott Aurors Atue Sillikone Buute Bankeyar Taylor’ Gratis Bits Taylor Paylor Berrie Page Calyis Matthews Jackson Street St. Mitre NEW Era Dept Store Miller Moe Harza Bald Harrhein A.J. Arnold Manhattan Miaionary Society Te Tonekal Speek Jay Wmneenberdine Turkey

Frisco-San Francisco Deal Folded After Norther Securities Ruling

Reports say the Rock Island purchase of the St Louis and San Francisco line was abandoned after the Norther Securities decision. Key figures including George W. Perkins and James Carmichael weighed the deal amid price tensions and stake considerations. Officials in Frisco declined comment.

Rock Island New York Northern Securities St. Louis Fock Island Duaire Muck Island George W. Perkins J. Morgan & Co Boi Oakut Yonkurie Canot Borg Frinso Ayerem P. Morgen i St. Louie & San Franchea Heck Island Theaplanatin Rock Sound Nome Yoakum Fork Inland Company Tinie San Francisco Sameé Norther Securities Tt Wate Simpy Tern Gomip Wall Street Aldo Ubie

Baptist Conference Opens in Bloomington April Meeting

Bloomington hosts a Baptist conference with delegates from across Tinote and state groups. Morning program features Rev. J. Meey Norman H Boyer and other speakers. Afternoon sessions include Rev. Rogers and Rev. Peerinncht. evening addresses by Rev. Mendyta and Rev. Anderson. Attendees include representatives from Chicago and Streator.

Bloomington Baptist Tinote Aera Seminovianion J . Meey Norman der. H. Boyer Decatur Mendyta Her Mtg Quincy I. Anderson Rev W.H. Getsiwelt Chicago

Making Clean Scores At Kansas Olympic Handiwork Event

The fourth armd American handiown was reans laved at Blue River shooting park. About 16 entries per event with three minor competitions. Early shooters posted clean scores including Wo Crosby of Alton Utah and Feed Gilbert Spirit take along with Chauncey M Powers of Decatur and Frank Webb of Alton in 10 and 18 yard events.

Kansas Oly Blue River Shooting Park Mans Wo Crosby Alton Feed Gilbert Spirit Chauncey M. Powers Decatur Prank Webb

Verdict of guilty in Karr murder trial at Binneapolia

A jury returned a verdict of third degree manslaughter against Ervin Karr, charged with killing A. Bo Poppenhim on February 1. Kaer’s father is pastor of the Ada Methodist church. The trial drew interest from many women, though the details are unclear.

Karr Binneapolia Minnneapolis Kas Ervin Karr Pallu Bo Poppenhim Kaer Ada Kae

Telegraphs from Leghorn to Denver and local incidents

Fragmented telegraph items report a march toward Villefranche and Tassé for an attack on Denver. Officials in Colorado name a new chairman and traffic manager of Colorado Fuel & Iron. A Lake Protchare resort fire destroys West End area hotels while police investigate the blaze. Separate notes mention a Eugene area pursuit and a demonstration of Dus Ros at Crosby Brow.

Orleans Freeuriy West End Lake Protchare Lft Leahy Capital Tia Om Sibley W. H. Crisman Charles Dickmes Eathervill Crosby Brow

Topeka Pastor Dies After Illness at West Side Church

In Topeka a strong church figure Rev. A Hustler of the West Side Christian church in Kansas City died Sunday after a bout of grip and meningitis following a public school education and service as a pastor. He leaves a wife and child. Another religious leader Rev. C Be Wberrets, secretary of the United Society of Christian Endeavor, also died after typhoid fever while touring the northern US and Canada. He was a noted speaker at the state convention in Leavenworth and remembered for his cheerful, engaging presence.

West Side Christ Kansac City Wik Beme Eure Ie Fuster St . Harlan Fisss Cheisthen Charet Mvie Hustter Tey United Society of Srite Huermmus Kateas Leavenworth Rov Chas M. Sheldon Denfeaver Societty Aunig Ranier

Increases in Rates Spark Turbulent Debate and Proposals

A chaotic July city discussion centers on raising rates for utilities and services. Community figures, including local leaders and residents, clash over the timing, impact, and fairness of the plan. Proponents push for faster funding while opponents warn of burdens on households and small businesses amid uncertain outcomes.

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A garbled report describes a event involving hogs and a person named Jame, with unclear timing and locations. Details are unreadable, but mentions a person entering a case and seeking security for an address. The text is fragmentary and cannot establish a clear incident or outcome.

Hanna Speaks on Labor and Capital at Lyricist Banquet

Senator Marcus A. Hanna addressed the Lyricist chamber of commerce banquet in Bays April 14, stressing that in labor-capital conflicts the employer often holds the edge. He traced Civic Federation aims, urged wage equality, and urged cooperation between labor and capital for lasting prosperity.

N.Y Marcus A. Hanna Benng Lyricis Chamber of Commerce Minne Greussed St. Hanns Civic Federation Jord Wrinaker Hania

Good Bowling Scores At Toneka Whist Duty Last Night

About twenty players gathered for a whist club evening with high scores and plans to travel to St Marys near Saturday night. Names such as Hart, Larsh Bates, Gane Thraps, Nob Tinker, Fuller Sid Sibley Dolby, Brogaon Hvile, Shutkest Mirshaft, Falkiner Shakeshaft appear among the participants.

Cole Aikasromson Jane Toneka St. Marys Neures Midé Tant Sol’ Hart Larsh Bates Gane Thraps Nob Tinker Flebetsmas Fuller Sid Sibley Dolby Brogaon Hvile Shutkest Mirshaft Falkiner

Local Phone Service Ad Sparks Copper Circuit Promise

Fifteen months old and growing rapidly, this ad touts courteous operators and prompt service. It highlights copper metallic circuits and long distance telephones while inviting readers to view a flash light switch-board in operation at 519 Kansas Ave.

Exchange Mnansas Kansas Ave

Order of Hallway Conductors Faces Strike Pressure

A fragmented report notes labor tensions within the Order of Hallway Conductors led by Wy Newman. The group presses for changes and contemplates actions as discussions with a Northern Pacific affiliate stall. A decision on potential strike response looms, with Garretson and company seeking clarity on workforce demands and leadership.

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Delayed California Train Runs Ten Hours Late

A California bound Santa Fe passenger service No. 2 was ten hours late due to a damaged bridge. The disruption caused extended travel times and a delayed arrival, with reports noting long wait times and revised schedules.

Sante Fe California Sante Pe Eant-Hound Ty Sane Fee General Offices

Fragmented OCR Notice From Seaport Region

The readable text references water flow through a hole, inches in diameter, and descriptions of ships and fear of flooding. It mentions a political figure, infrastructure projects, and lands in a river area, indicating a local seaport setting with potential public works discussions. The fragmentary lines suggest a press notice or report on river navigation and property plans.

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