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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1903
Page
6
A fragmented history piece describes a proposed city ordinance by Doe to abolish collectors and streamline tax collection. The text alleges plans to save funds, implement a new method, and mentions officials, dates, and local governance in a dense, obscured OCR passage.
Charles F. Simet of the Whiter company will come to Topeka next week and attend the venue meeting Monday evening. The city council will consider bonds for the water plant purchase and a reply to the resolution is expected in the next days as preparations continue for a possible sale.
Potwin Tennis Club announces construction of new double courts and election of officers for the coming year. Officers listed include president Arthur Tr trays and treasurer Mr. Richard N. Fall, with Wilcox, Hamilton, and Judd among the board members.
Fragmented OCR text notes architectural plans for new school buildings, submission in conjunction with education regulators. Mentions timelines, design choices, and contractor details, but the readable portion is incomplete and lacks clear outcomes or dates.
Governor Batley discusses private financing for governor’s residence upkeep, noting a 14-man staff and high cleaning costs. He argues many politicians lack funds to enter or sustain office, urging prudent candidates with other means. State medical crusade leader Roby returns from Kansas visit, highlighting prosecutions of illegal practitioners and the Larabee case in Wyandotte and related transcript costs.
The report describes Kansas and Colorado officials debating quarantine measures to control a cattle disease. Governor Bally offers a $10 reward for Ben Talcett, wanted for criminal assault. other notes mention county, state, and railroad matters and ongoing efforts to protect cattle interests across state lines.
Hattie Mokotn, sister of Mr Holmarn, died when a stove vented fumes ignited her clothing at her Garfield home this morning. Physicians report the injuries are not life threatening.
A consumer reports a severe grip attack cured quickly after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy, citing dramatic relief. The account, attributed to Frank W. Perry of Shortavdie Ni, describes rapid improvement and a claim the remedy prevented further complications. The text is fragmentary and appears as an old advertisement or testimonial ending with sale by Su.
A circular letter from the state fair committee chaired by J. O Rourke appeals Topeka merchants to guarantee 35000 for prizes and premiums at the state fair to be held in Topeka. The drive cites last year’s livestock success and promises wider exhibitions in agriculture and manufacturing with broad merchant support expected.
In a quo warranto action led by T J Guibert Craddock seeks to oust Craddock as mayor of Kan City. The case challenges his qualification and the validity of the election under the city charter. The court-ordered proclamation named Blumberg as candidate, with oath rules outlined and potential succession by the appointed successor if Craddock fails to qualify.
Topeka Post Office seeks clerks and malt carriers with exams set for May 15. Entries close June 13. Requirements include spelling arithmetic penmanship copy work and reading addresses with a starting salary from 300 to 600 dollars amid a single available eligible list. Arbeaus 1903 calendar notes migration to California via Santa Fe.
Mayor T J Anderson reports tight control of seating for the M C A international convention address at the Auditorium Friday night. Commercial club claims no role in seating. international committee and George McDil as secretary handle arrangements. Anderson issues a notice urging proper escorts for the president’s town visit.
County attorney Salford and officials argue appeal from Stamford district rulings over nuisance and liquor shipments. Trial tests if express firm and agent caused evasion of law by delivering liquor under shipper’s order. Mossley remains lead prosecutor as case moves to higher court.
The committee appointed to investigate alleged brutalities at state hospitals met at Des Moines to set an agenda. Members include RB Campbell from Meats county and S Jenlovet Franklin from Franklin county with George Hayden Nemati Counts, Senator Wy Fitzpatrick Chantaunua County, and Senator G 4 Gabriel Labette county. The meeting selected George D Perkins as temporary chairman. The group planned the next state convention in Des Moines for July 1 and scheduled further sessions this week.
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