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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1903

Page

3

Turner plans arid land irrigation via underflow siphon system

Wichita Kansas April plans to organize a stock company to harness Arkansas River underflow for irrigating western arid lands. Patented scheme uses a deep shaft and surface pipe to bring inexhaustible river water to fields, with an estimated system cost around 50 000 dollars and three mile pipe reach for pressure. Turner claims water would flow with minimal friction, enabling widespread irrigation without pumps.

Wichita Kas Dwrark Turner Arkansas Arkasnas Turang Srey Fii Picive

Bertha Clendenning Death by Poison Shocks Emporia

Ful ton resident Bertha Clendenning died by suicide after a troubled year that included an elopement with Harry Kelly, then a Belt telephone manager. The note cited in tempers and accusations related to Kelly and Clendenning’s sister, Mrs. Kelly. Kelly faced a penitentiary sentence for the elopement.

Bertha Clendenning Pulton Emporia Fulton Bourbon County Yeaubile Harry Kelly Bertha Clendenstive Belt Telephone Exchange Rome Pour Baelly Gleterie Times Keily Bertha Berthe Marry Kelly Tefal Mra Icefly Far Kelly Penitentiary Mra

Four Cuban deported over forgery charges

Benjamin Devega, alleged forger, was deported from Hutchinson to Havana after authorities pursued charges of forgery pending in the county court. Devega, a Cuban resident for about a year, allegedly used bogus checks and caused trouble with police and local officials. His brother's bid to have him sent away followed the death of their father and a history of criminal acts.

Benjamin Devega Hutchinson Mounty Acorfey J. C. Brown Sid Devega Duckseoville Fla Uniter Havana Cuba Tile County Reb Dor Wien Cuben Maine United States Benjathym Deveyn

New Bank for Logan Brings Local Investors Forward

A second Logan bank charter is granted with stock held by William J Mills General Be Medefima and W A MacCrowkey T W Wiltrout and Maude Wiltrout as directors and officers W A MacCrowkey president Terrell secretary Maude Wiltrout cashier The bank plans a building and capital increase after opening Logan anticipates strong growth and real estate activity from local leaders.

Mitite Logan Belo Wmn J. Mills Ricaga Medefima Tedee Vweraming WA. McCrowkey T. W. Wiltrout Biagio J. Me Roskay Stian Maude Wiltrout W. A. MacCronkey Do Terrell View Eecrenery Miss Maude Wiltrout Wim. J. Mills Erhite Mn Mills McCtellan Naean Stik Lewwe Ftate Bank Logats Fox A Wesond

Murder trial updates on Inman jurors and Tabor case

Ottawa Kan April 5 The state closed its case accusing Al Tabor of the murder of James McKeon on the night of November The prosecution contends the killing was premeditated while the defense argues the act was not The jury was selected from several jurors who previously convicted Otto Inman of murder The trial of Al J Sheridan for a separate assault is set for Friday morning

Inman Tabor Cass Ottawa Kan Stete al Tabor James Tabor Ledvenforth Pieasant Deneen & Tarris Gambler Otto Inman Sheridan

Continental company opening free diner event at Leetaa

April 15 news reports a Continental company plan to hold a free diner event that day for customers and nearby residents in Leetaa. Key details include a limited turnout and around 130 patrons anticipated from the vicinity, with local officials and prominent citizens guaranteeing support.

D. Aptie Pac Amery Sagpent Leetaa Cuiday Tat Pacer Y

Woodmen at Em Emporis Kansas April Meeting Plans

Lawrence free public library plans discussed by directors led by president G Grovener and secretary Clarence Hall. treasurer Willem Etropwisik and vice president A Henity named. next board meeting April 20 to discuss plans for a new 95008 project.

Lawrence Library Lawrence, Kas Oe Beard Lawrence Free Public Wheats G. Grovener Clarence 5. Hall Willem Etropwisik Wut Airs A. Henity

Reliance christening marks new Cup defender triumph

In Bristol April 6, the christening of the new Cup defender Reliance by Miss Iselin drew a large crowd. The ceremony featured a dramatic bottle break and prayers for victory as the vessel prepared to join the races, with owners and dignitaries in attendance and the ship named amid cheering.

Bristol Reliance Mise Doers Iselin C. Olver Iseln Inethy Janacking Mies Paonia Inelin Willem Godard Providence Newberry Thorne New York Ailver Hemmer Herrmeshont Columbia

Opening of the National Park Court Placing Pressure on Teams

The national tournament opens with Sipura and Btae facing off as first rounds begin. Tomorrow, bail pitches are set for Rewvert and Cinckipatl, and the event draws attention at Phiis in Chicago before a meeting with the Biains. The Cinemaanl ede highlights a strongest team claim but notes other contestants show strength.

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Wreck of a Prominent Lady Saved by Begg’s Blood Purifier

An account from Pella, Iowa, details a dramatic rescue of a noted local woman who, according to the fragment, was saved miraculously by Beggs’ Blood Purifier. The piece emphasizes grateful feelings and moral sentiment, with a testimonial tone from the writer.

Pella

Baldwin Called Up Washington War Department Inquiry

The War Department has taken official charge of reported statements by General Frank D. Baldwin commander of the Department of the Colorado. Secretary Root directs a full inquiry to General Gulawin to verify quotes about alleged remarks on unit treatment and a soldier’s race. General Baldwin has been freed from the Philippines and recently assumed command of the Department of the Colorado.

Washington War Department Frank D. Baldwin Department of the Colorado Root Gulawin Haldwin i Philippines Astery

Pulse of Greater New York at Crawford Theater Opener

The Thurston Leonard stock company presents The Pulse of Greater New York with elaborate scenery and effects. The production opens Monday April 2 at Crawford Theater, with ticket prices 19 7 and 39 cents. On opening night a lady is admitted free with a paid ticket.

Greater New York Ams

Testimonial for Clara Morris Read in New York

A testimonial event in New York on April 15 raised $6,000 for Clara Morris. Miss Amelia Bingham led the program with the Fortuney Staff Officers Record from Port Filey, Kas reporting on April 1 Capt. P. Marsh and other officers from the garrison were elected to a position.

Clara Morris New York Morris Amelia Bingham Port Filey Kas Marsh Fed

General staff recruitment and Philippine War service noted

On the general staff of the army a sergeant and soldier amass and organize units for the Spanish American War. He commanded to Astor but was relieved. In the Filipino insurrection he served as aide and assistant general. Washington dispatches list patents for gallantry and various farm and workshop tools with names and places.

Astor Butinis Murray MancArthur Pervine

Miss Newlands Weds Weshinston in Nevada Connection

Miss Edythe Newlands elder daughter of Senior Newlands of Nevada married Souegees Johnson of this city in a small ceremony attended only by close family. The wedding followed by plans for the Grand Ball to be held at the Up to Hateigh in fall, Friday evening, April 17, with a bee tradition and local society involvement.

Manhattan Erie Nevelio County Changte Chanute Chautibe City Miss Newlands Weshinston Edythe Newlands Newlands Nevada Souegees Johnson Thayer Up To Hateigh Hemoteestrai

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