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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1904

Page

2

Republican State Convention in West Virginia Sees Battle Over Gubernatorial Races

Delegates gather to nominate four delegates and four alternates for the Chicago Republican National Convention. The scene features fierce Dawson vs Teter in the gubernatorial fight, with factions eyeing state gains for Elkins and possible support for Lodge in Ohio. Judge W. B. Ginescocks opens the gathering, outlining party principles and tariff positions.

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Campaign principles emphasize protective tariffs and strong defenses

The text outlines a 104 campaign strategy focusing on maintaining protective tariffs, preserving the financial system, safeguarding insular possessions, building an interoceanic canal, and a strong navy and army to uphold the flag. It notes the convention named committees and adjourned.

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Senator Dietrich Cleared of Postage Patronage Charges

A Senate special committee cleared Senator Dietrich of any wrongdoing in Nebraska patronage matters connected to the portmaster appointment of Jacob Fincher at Hastings and the leasing of a building to the United States for the post office. The report states there was no violation of federal statutes or corrupt conduct. The findings were submitted to the Senate.

Washington Mervich Nebraska Senate Dietrich United States Jacob Fincher Hastings Neb

Roosevelt Confer With Senators On Post Office Probe

President Roosevelt held a conference with Senators Aldrich Spooner and Pearce about a proposed investigation into the post office department. The talks aimed to avoid broad congressional inquiries while ongoing Washington office reviews and presidentially directed inquiries proceed.

Nators Washington Roosevilt Aldrich Spooner Pearce Post Ofice Department Senate Washington and Nepestofices Mears Conrad Bonaparte

Return of Aged 14 writer reveals Burton indictment history

Emporia correspondent A 14 year old White shares a Washington record based account of how Joseph W Folk ordered a raid on Rialto Grain and Securities, found Burton letters, and how the president and Attorney General Knox decided to prosecute. The narrative notes Bristow's lack of initial involvement and a tension over Bristow’s role while praising the administration for Burton’s conviction.

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State auditor dispute outlined in Erie dispatches

Erie based disputes emerge in a minority comm ittee report detailing efforts to reveal favors and clerical salaries. Bristow and Wells figures figure as actors with requests for clerk hire and salary raises, highlighting political pressure and administrative friction within the post office and state governance.

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California Raisin Values and World Fair Teasers

An OCR fragment touts travel to the World’s Fair and Kansas City connections. It mentions trains from Kanene, Western Passenger agents, and a California farm offer. The piece appeals to bettering oneself and hints at San Joaquin valley raisin production and large U.S. raisin crops.

Kanene Uidkeur McClellan Kansas City H.C. Shields California San Joaquin Great Valley U. S

Light and Law in London Hampers Large Enterprises

The article discusses how restrictive lighting laws hinder major building projects in London. Hotels and new premises face delays, with Savoy settled by compensation, others resisting protracted demands. An architect urges reform to ease construction and aid workers, noting factory plans outside London and the economic impact of stringent height and window rules.

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Wills Disputed as General Clay's Property Is Left to Dora Brock

In Richmond April, Judge Beaton rules peremptory insanity limits out all wills. Dora Ciny Brock receives no portion of General Clay Tasers property. The ruling underscores the contested estate involving the late Cunaius Mt. Clay Tasers. Local justice actions reflect the widow’s diminished claim amid complex heirs.

Dora Brock General Clay Richmond Beaton Gireau Cunaius Mt. Clay Dora Ciny Brock

Deaths and Funerals In Topeka And New York

Deaths announced include Mrs Dennis Ayres wife of Dennis Ayres who died yesterday at 1930 Buchanan Street. funeral tomorrow at 1 20 p m from the house with interment at Topeka cemetery. Augustus Cook an actor who died in New York was misreported as Mina Eleanor Robson’s father. her mother later married Mr Cooke, known as Madge Carr Cook.

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