24 Apr 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1903
Page
1
A chaotic early report from Chicago outlines lawsuits against railroad companies over intercity operations. Judge Chosecap Saétaine and Judge Philips weigh actions as federal proceedings unfold, with multiple defendants named and orders sought across jurisdictions.
A crowded day session concluded with a banquet as officials discussed city affairs. Speakers included Frank J. Seat of a veteran Chicago league, plus local leaders from the Merchants association and Detriot municipal group. The gathering featured remarks on progress and civic duties, followed by lunch and toasts.
A garbled OCR fragment describes alarm, disturbing sounds, and reactions near a river. Mentions Henry Byneer as a representative and an earthquake-like disturbance. details are incomplete and uncertain.
City records reveal a dispute over use of the Auditorium for the Midwinter Exposition and Poultry Show. Officials debated fee waivers and dates from January to March, with committees and the city council ultimately granting limited access while seeking cost coverage.
Mitchell of Kansas City Missouri pleaded guilty and paid a $50 fine for fencing a portion of public domain. The judge warned harsher penalties if violations continue as more cattlemen face similar charges in federal court in this district.
Acting under instruction, Minneapolis officials cut all instruments in the Butte telegraph office at midnight. Operators were summoned but the system halted as Western Union workers resisted. Messengers were assaulted and the city faced a blackout of telegraph service until unions are settled.
A fragmentary report notes statements by Hanna Their Friend and Senator Thane regarding hiring stenographers and the handling of evidence. It mentions a man named Warner with a past sentence and references a two year penitentiary term.
An 80 year old man, Thomas Lord, loses a fortune through gambling and bad investments. Creditors hold collateral as banks trim loans and stockholders face value collapse. Attorney Arthur Underwood says the case reflects repeated poor bets and mismanagement in the failed venture.
Washington reports Brigadier General Punston replies to a request for a court of inquiry into alleged cruelties toward Filipino prisoners. Secretary Rost has investigated and found grounds warranting a formal inquiry. Herbert Welsh forwarded the charges to the president and war department for action.
Trustees of the Tuskegee Industrial Institute in Alabama announce a Carnegie endowment gift toward the school’s endowment fund. Andrew Carnegie expresses hope the funds aid education and leadership, praising Booker T. Washington and his work.
City officials say Paul Turbler orders bond permits withheld for noncompliance as McCabe notes expired bonds and universal refusal to grant permits until a $2000 bond is posted. The list includes Texceior Coke, Ginpop, Karisas Teleption, Ben Wester iven Telegrath. McCabe cites lack of bonds and legal authority to enforce a new system.
A fragmented April report from Brtal Kansas outlines a Democratic deal involving Alea Adaheen Deviser Sole, Seward A. Jones, and a plant association. Authorities indicate ongoing negotiations with key parties, while public attention focuses on future arrangements and personnel shifts at the plant.
The article recounts President Roosevelt's Yellowstone park tour with John Burroughs and Major Pitcher. It notes safe travel, wildlife observation, a minor accident from a defective revolver causing a cheek sprain, extensive hiking, and favorable weather and health signs during the trip. The president rode Bonaparte, spent days surveying species, and spoke enthusiastically of the park and its people.
The report recounts a presidential expedition across Yellowstone area with stops at Norris Basin and Canyon, noting heavy snow, elk sightings, and a move to Gardiner Gate entrance. April entries describe breakfasts, travel toward the park, and preparations for ceremonial events near Gardiner.
New York April 4 Major General Adve Bo Chilfter spoke at a Baptist church on the physical aspect of the Philippines campaign. He claimed US forces faced Moro resistance after soldiers were killed near camp and described efforts to secure captives and punish murders while noting difficulties with local sultanates and resistance to surrender.
New York reports a suspected piracy case tied to the disappearance of the pleasure yacht Reine Victoria. The D'Ewe rards and D'Esmenards were aboard from Cannes towards Nice when they vanished on April 7. Mme D'Fermannart carried jewels and thousands of francs. Rescue and investigation follow uncertain weather conditions and rumors of foul play.
An early parade is planned in Topeka with preparations at M Z Downs and preparations for a large turnout. The route runs along Second Street toward Garson Street, with a likely civic turnout and weather indicating northerly winds tonight.
Thieves robbed Emigrant Siseper and passengers at Lincoln union station as Burlington train No 41 departed. About 59 000 dollars reported missing with no trace of the robbers despite a wide search and descriptions. Conductor and porter pursued suspects into a Pullman sleeper but failed to recover the loot.
A New York report states the elephant Jingyo died April 1 after a voyage from Liverpool bound for New York. The carcass was found near Cape Rises about 3.69 miles off the coast. The steamer Geurela transported the animal on March 12 and the body was discovered April 20.
Special permits indicate travel direct from any part of Rueda with no proof of identity. The railway commission selects a southern route linking the Riverian railroad to St Petersburg Vinta tine passing Chelybinsk Shud-Tinsk Fekaternbourg and Krasiv. A commission reviews German tariff laws and veterinary requirements for Fenexport Interjeisch.
In Minneapolis area news, Butte faced a shutdown as a strike by messenger boys disrupted operations at the Western Union telegraph office. Management warned the city office would stay closed until further notice, with eggs hurled at workers and staff sent back inside. Police were involved as officials blamed the strike and actions against employees for the disruption. The Barnard Creamery in Kas, Apel 4, announced relocation of its plant and personnel changes amid ongoing local workforce matters.
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