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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1903
Page
2
An ad proclaims Coticura Soap Ointment and Insolvant as universally effective for skin conditions including psoriasis dandruff ringworm and acne The copy asserts strong evidence purity immediate relief speedy permanent cure safety and economy making them standard skin care products worldwide It ends with a fiery endorsement by Sattar Tenant of Chosen Edrags Oona Corps
A garbled OCR piece lists Topeka men and references government salaries in Indian Territory. It mentions individuals such as Chief Justin Wy, Dawes commissioners, and others in a confused roster, with scattered names and roles, reflecting a period piece about appointments and plans.
A fragmented tale centers on Miss Taylon An Heiress and her guardianship dispute. Uncle Dien and Learon claim the inheritance, while legal actions seek to define the estate and its control. Court proceedings and appeals feature prominently. The article hints at public attention and high society stakes surrounding custody and wealth.
Railway bulletin from New York reports April weather and rail traffic. It notes daily freight and passenger figures, with averages and percentages for certain routes and evenings. City ticket office on Kansas Avenue cited.
A Cambridge professor reports findings from Harvard suggesting frost on the moon results from earth's shadow during lunar eclipses. He observes darkening around the lunar crater ring during the Mare cool period and predicts more details to come in a few days.
Jack Munroe of New York refereed a private ten pound fight between Beta Macher the 10% pound champion and Terry Edwan from South Hrooklim held uptown near a club house. About 190 spectators attended behind closed doors as organizers posted $200 for the bout. Munroe judged Schurmecher the best fighter in the match.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a memorial door gift and ceremonial details in Boston with names such as Mrs Hood Return Aneil W. Stilor and Misc Hood. It mentions a vellum design, a memorial with a black slice, and references to a dermatological ointment for skin eruptions.
A cryptic blast of details centers on a murder probe linked to a former butcher shop on Eleventh Street. Police describe arrests and a locked Wimaberh street store run by Giuseppe Marella. Officers found sawdust and tarry material, with items from the scene moved to headquarters for examination.
The article reports a bank books theft and a federal subpoena near St Louis. Key figures include a cashier, a state attorney, and witnesses like Speaker James and Governor. The case centers on misused funds and an alleged scheme involving book theft at a steelworks hub in Jefferson City.
President Loubet witnessed grand trials at Mustapha Field with 10 000 troops drawn from across the colony. Native chiefs and Boabt escorted the president as Algerian troops and marines showcased formations. The event featured naval commanders and officers, with lavish receptions before Loubet’s departure for Oran.
The United Presbyterians Presbytery of Kansas City adjourned in Topeka after a year of work. Missions offerings totaled 1748 dollars with an extra 5000 donated by Mir Gradie of Topeka, bringing the total to a large sum. They praised Topeka for a new church building and supported a 7000 dollar expansion aid. They urged Sabbath observance and temperance and lauded Topeka’s civic progress toward law and order.
Labor unrest breaks into the state as Western Union and Postal Telegraph linemen walk out for higher pay and union recognition. The strike spreads to the city with reports of service disruptions and mounting tensions as employers seek to resume operations.
Local items report patrols of horses and buggies, a banquet at Grace Guild, and a Topeka speech by J. G. Hicks. Governors, engineers, and contractors travel for bids, hospital patients recover, and a fatal electric wire accident in Elizabeth is noted alongside a yarn about bowling and car interiors.
Report from Madrid Apeli claims 16 people arrived at Tavigler, Mi detailing the capture of the sultan's uncle. The account notes Ansa's later appointment to a significant position and references the 19th pretender amid the unfolding event.
Fragmented text warns of colds and grip dangers, mentioning pneumonia risks and the need for care. It references remedies and preventive measures and notes large numbers affected, though the legible content is incomplete and garbled.
A special showing highlights Russian style outfits for little jets aged 214 to 4 years and Sailors for ages 3 to gr age, plus Netfolks from 3 to 10 years and suits from 7 to 16 years. The display promises value with hundreds of stylish spring mixtures at low prices.
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