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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1903

Page

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Carnegie Library Groundbreaking Moves Grand Island Week

A busy week in Grand Island Nebraska features the groundbreaking for a Carnegie library. President Roosevelt's Nebraska tour is noted with stops in Hastings and Omaha, including a speech at the depot and gatherings at local clubs as governors and senators are among anticipated guests and public interest runs high. The president also emphasizes forest planting and community improvements during the trip.

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Turbulent parade scene marred by torn crowd and mishaps

A chaotic final section of a civil parade disrupts the procession with injured bystanders, disrupted lines, and tense confrontations. Uniformed escorts and local regiments struggle to maintain order as speeches continue amid confusion and wounded spectators.

Lee Resigns as State Governor Amid Controversy

In a dramatic development Governor Lam resigns after days of deliberation. The governor cites health and public pressure as factors while a placeholder acts in charge until a successor is appointed. The move follows tense political maneuvering within the state government and party ranks.

Mapillin renigation and political downfall cited in reform effort

A political figure cites renigation and public scrutiny over reform efforts as factors in their decline. They claim pressure from opposition and scattered deterrents contributed to their downfall while criticizing prior policy ties and legislative outcomes.

China Crisis Deepens as Note Warns China in 1900s Style

London reports indicate the Chinese government reacts to a note from the Russian government amid tensions over Manchuria and treaties. Officials describe possible actions and countermeasures, while Britain and Japan consider responses as the crisis develops in Asia.

Weather Log Shows Warm Day With Scattered Showers

The report notes warmer conditions today with cloudy spells and possible scattered showers. Temperatures rise across Columbus Indianapolis and surrounding areas with winds from the south. Hourly readings include 12, 3, 18 and other marks toward the evening, reflecting a typical warm day with rainfall chances.

A DASH TO THE POLE EXPEDITION TO START NEXT SPRING

A Ziegler Arctic Expedition plans a New York launch heading to the Arctic. The crew aims to inspect a steamer at Pitel and seek provisions and gear before departure. Officials note the project awaits final date assignment while reporting progress and funding through local authorities.

Convention in St Louis Draws Vast Good Friends Members

Large crowds arrive for the Good Friends association three day session in St Louis. Notables including General Nelson A Miles and President Roosevelt are slated to speak. Officials report seven thousand delegates attending as sessions open with religious and civic addresses amid Exposition themes.

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Topeka electric plant scramble over soldier law continues

A Topeka conflict over the city electric light plant leadership escalates as F. E. Goodrich refuses to relinquish his post, citing an older soldier appointment law. Porter Mitchell is named by the council, while Goodrich appeals to lawyers and the court, arguing the act is unconstitutional. Backup officials fear pay disputes and a looming legal battle.

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Court Grants Temporary Injunction Against Rail Discrimination

Kansas City case where John F Philine in the United States Circuit Court issued a temporary injunction restraining several railroads from discriminating against small shippers. The suit, brought by the attorney general and consumer protection officials, centers on uniform practice in shipping Fradin and other products and asserts violations of interstate commerce statutes. The decision emphasizes the need to stop rebates and preferential treatment for large dealers.

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Barbers Union Set To Vote On Shave Price Rise

Tonight in North Topeka the Barbers Union plans a meeting to decide on a likely 5 cent shave price increase aimed at covering higher rents taxes and costs. The plan would bring all local shops into the union and extend the higher neck shave fee. No change is expected for basic cuts and shampoo. Chicago forecast: Partly cloudy tonight with possible scattered rain and a low mid forties.

Barbers’ Union Fred Tate Ber North Topeka

British repulsed at Bohotle Somaliland April 22

London reports a long offaltal dispatch stating Major Gough's aging columns of about 200 men attacked a larger Danop force. The British stood firm for hours, then withdrew with wounded. Two enemy and one, eight Allied officers killed. twenty eight men and four officers wounded. Major Gough praises his troops. He retires to Ellliotts, due April 28. Supplies sent to Dies ize.

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Axe Lincoln Used by Abe Abc

A fragmentary report claims a man formerly of Bunger now living in Bt Leuts has an ax he asserts was used by Abraham Lincoln. The owner says the weapon was shown to Springfield residents, and that he was offered $5000 to part with it. He plans to exhibit it at the World’s Fair with a gold scabbard promised. The blade is described as tempered with a rustic handle.

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Russian Riot Sparks Siege at Kronstadt Fortress

Amid a riot in Humla during a brawl between kevopa Eeines and Lomas Anzelere ablished Guralie, 12 000 tanks Berk troops disrupted pavilie Monet, tearing up streets and destroying houses. Police officers died, several were wounded as Kronstadt forces arrived with armed men firing volleys to restore order.

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Governor Chamberlain Heads East for St Louis Dedication

Governor Chamberlain and a party of state officials and members of the Governor's staff departed Hartford for a special car convoy to attend the Lacistans Purchase Expedition dedication exercises at St Louis. They will return to St Louis tomorrow.

Hay Cassini meet on Manchuria open door policy impact

Washington April 37 reports say Secretary Hay and Count Cassini discussed Russia's demands in Manchuria and their effect on US interests. Ambassadors McCormick and Conger were informed. officials stress open door policy and preservation of China's integrity while warning Russia against expanding ports and holdings.

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Bradbury Appeal Sparks Off Case From Clay County Court

Former Representative Bradbury challenges a small fine after a district plea. The appeal stems from a Clay county case where he was convicted of assault and battery and fined. His attorney Samuel Burnell and Fidelis Burnell are named in a tangled sequence involving a farm dispute and alleged domestic assault. The supreme court review is now pending as the defense seeks relief from the original verdicts.

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Emporia Young Men's Bible Meeting Sees Growth

An open meeting of the Saturday evening Bible group at Albert Taylor Hall drew about 1,100 members from the Emporia area. T. M. Ider of the State Normal School provides a room at 519 Merchant Street for the group, with about 1300 members on record and average weekly attendance around 600. The machine seems to run from 2:30 to 8:39, with several boys traveling from distant places each Saturday.

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Miles Report on Philippine Atrocities Sparks Pressure in Boston

A leaked General Miles report alleges torture and killings by units in the Philippines. The War Department released it with caution, while officials note conflicting testimony and seek written statements. Dutch-like abuses in Calbasog and Luzon towns are cited, with officers named and inquiries continuing.

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