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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1904
Page
3
Weodenbu, Kansas, April 27. The town is cut in by floodwater from the Fall and Verdigris rivers. A refinery spill threatens wheat as high water halts work. many farmers fear acid from the refinery may contaminate fields. Officials report boats watching for breaks, while lines and bridges face strain.
In Leavenworth on April 27 judge Endres presided as H W Wolcott manager of Kenia City Leavenworth Electric pleaded guilty to fining dirty and misusing accounts. He was fined 25 dollars plus 13 dollars in costs. Vernon Caribe, superintendent of the electric plant, was also mentioned in the hearing. The case involved allegations of improper care and conduct not fit for public service. The record notes other charges against officials for duties and conduct, with a related reference to Ottawa Street and a broader public-service mandate.
A Stockton report notes a young man’s fine paid by J ardson and Palco visitors. It covers Buckskin Bill's Show workers protesting delays and wage claims. Mexican workers seek protection after cancelled performances, with officers seizing wagons as weather halted the show.
Saffordville Kansas on April 27 sees S. W. Reaches erecting a building for the State Bank of Saffordville backed by local stockmen and farmers. Henry Immach is president and J. C G Makemson cashier. The Shady Grove Creamery of Hutchingson is expanding locally. There is room for a drugstore.
April 3 Leavenworth and Kut. Secrecy remains on the extent of gas flow from a Bonner Springs strike. A local farmer reported gas on Kennyham place near Banner Primes and Wedwatris, with enough to run engines though exact volume was undisclosed. Remains near Kawardsville. officials claim substantial flow but details withheld.
Reported decision states Miss Wolf was dismissed by the school board for alleged contract violations. Text notes confusion over whether she was legally dismissed and mentions a locked house door as context. Further details unclear due to OCR errors.
The Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri Odd Fellows Anniversary association marked the eighty fifth anniversary with special trains a mile long parade and a program in the city hall. Attendance reached about 5 000 travelers and locals joined in variety events including a Rebekah entertainment.
The National Baseball Commission ruled ex manager Donovan owed 3,660.64 by St Louis, granting his release under Article VII and signaling he will manage the Washington club in the American League. The panel also denied Cleveland’s rehearing on O Hara and proposed Rule 26 to correct omissions after player lists.
In Baltimore on Friday night the Eureka Athletic and Social club presents Eddie Hanian of San Francisco vs Kid Sullivan of Washington at Gerthania Muoennerchor hall. Hanian, Pacific coast idol, previously drew with Young Corbett after a famed California career, and defeated Benny Yanger before facing Sullivan, who last beat Tommy Daly in fifteen rounds.
Praises for Michigan team fill the stands as Western athletes sparkle in Philadelphia. Michigan’s freshman star opens eyes by equaling and breaking the world shot put record, while captains Kellogg of Michigan and Sarson of Yale clash in a thrilling four hundred meter final that fans call heart breaking. Switt of Penn upset expectations by winning the discus. the pole vault and other events draw cheers as Michigan figures dominate key moments.
Eczema described as a fierce skin disease driven by blood and acid impurities. The ad claims internal cleansing with S. S. S. purifies blood to end outbreaks, sharing a testimonial of recovery after nine bottles.
An old advertisement touts S.S.S. as a guaranteed vegetable blood remedy for eczema and skin diseases. It claims to purify the blood, restore the system, and relieve symptoms by treating underlying impurities. Free medical advice and a free book on skin diseases are offered from The Swift Specific Company, Atlanta, Ga.
April 27 report from Levu Kentucky and New York details delayed Derby plans for a son of Fiery Stallion, with owner comments on sending to post and potential race decisions. Notes on the Kansas City meeting, market dates, and various harness and Thoroughbred race results across Nashville, Frisco, and St. Louis are included.
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