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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1903
Page
15
Fragmented text describes Roosevelt Day events with references to president, secretary, governor, and party chairs. Mentions a ceremony, attendance by officials, and a political conference or discussion of party leadership and committees.
A fragmented eyewitness account recalls a Topeka fire scene with volunteers and city crews battling a blaze that consumed a building corner and left charred Walls. The tale mentions fire equipment, shadows on walls, and the importance of careful training and preparation for smoke and flame events.
The article reports Robert Simons received a seven year term after assaulting a prison guard. It notes an escape from a county jail by Simons and a companion, the later break in at a home where a resident shot and killed an intruder, and mentions Simons fleeing to the Indian Territory. Also referenced is Regents funding for college stock representation and a Black Percheron purchase at $250 each.
A fragmented report shows treasurer’s figures confirming all obligations of the Republican city central committee were settled. The committee agreed to retain a portion of funds for future expenditures and allowed some remaining balance to be applied to ongoing or future needs.
A jumble of town items covers excursions, meetings, legal matters, and local personalities. Notables include Miss Lettie Hayden in an insanity case, Topeka and Ottawa area civic events, court trials, and a moving picture advertisement drawing crowds. Local officials discuss debts, transportation plans, and public notices while businesses announce sales and real estate offers.
A prominent Colorade youth born in eastern Illinois recalls a life of dyspepsia caused by an abnormal appetite. After years of pain, brain fever, and poor school performance, he credits Drane-Mute with restoring digestion, strength, and his career as a school principal.
In a curious proceeding Judge Hook presided over Tommy Cat an Indian charged with selling red liquor. The defendant who spoke limited English relied on a local interpreter as he faced a verdict of eighteen months imprisonment and a 100 dollar fine plus costs.
Jerry Sullivan, brother of John L Sullivan and a noted sportsman from Sheepshead Bar to the Golden Gate, died after months of pneumonia. His companions included Darrow, Woolf, and George Murcats of Las Brancisca, with Abliene Ras listed in the report. Postmaster Fonsta Warthe leaves Sunday for a brother.
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