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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1904
Page
5
AP wire summary from Topeka State Journal covers Congress, Utah Reed Smoot, Cleveland, New Mexico and Arizona territorial plans, oil and fruit markets, tariffs, and the steady drift of Democratic and Republican factions amid economic concerns.
Clark analyzes how many voters must switch from Republican to Democratic to win the presidency. He computes that small percentage changes in key states could shift electoral votes, with figures showing 168 votes needed at 2 percent in Utah then 191 with 2 percent in Indiana and Nebraska, progressing to 289 with 3 to 4 percent changes, surpassing the 270 needed.
Washington hosts the twenty-first annual conference of the National Florence Crittenton Mission. A Washington Post tribute lauds the organization founded in 1883, later national by act of Congress, with homes in major cities and a creed of charity, sympathy, and healing without dogma. It emphasizes refuge for the unhappy and ministry of love.
Readable portions describe diverse items: a divorce case at Chanute, a Hutchinson incident with a thirteen year old girl, a hardware firm order in Ottawa, garden digging by a woman in Em péria, and reflections from a New York press piece about ego and habits. The text combines misreadable fragments, local notes, and period commentary.
Fragmented and garbled text describes a chaotic scene with references to a tense party, a bridal shower mishap, and a violent incident involving boiling water. The legible pieces mention a frightened woman, hurried crowd, and disruptive events, yielding a disjointed local-notice vibe.
The readable bits describe a chaotic scene with mentions of a circus, stolen goods, a vigilant man, and unclear references to people and places. It evokes a provincial mood with scattered phrases about depots, women, and a “facetetic dose” phrase, all in a garbled, dated voice.
A humorous collage on social pretenses and manners notes that appearances deceive and reputations mislead. Observations mock the vanity of the self image and the fickleness of respect for aging, with quips about philanthropy and family ties.
A fragment from a Chicago page offers sardonic adages on marriage and selfimage. The text humorously critiques false pride, gossip, appetite, and the aspiring selfmade man. The tone is wry, reflecting column-style quips rather than a full narrative.
At the Commercial club rooms about twenty leading businessmen debated whether city authorities should undertake a fire pressure test by the water works. Eldridge bureau chairman C E Eldridge would assess insurer reactions. Many believed the proposed eight streams 100 feet high for an hour was too severe. Concerns included possible contamination and whether Harrison street pumping station should be used. W W Webb chaired the meeting.
Sheriff Lucas secured a governor requisition from Missouri to bring H M Jacobs and Harry Myers back to Topeka for trial in a pickpocket case tied to the missing banker Alexander Monroe. The theft involved six five dollar bills, one ten, and seven one dollar bills on a Santa Fe train. Judge C A Smart spoke to Washburn students on law as part of weekly chapel talks.
The passage states that impurities overwhelm the body and organs like the liver and kidneys cannot cope without help. It claims accumulation leads to eruptions such as pimples boils and eczema, loss of appetite fatigue bilious feelings indigestion headaches and numerous troubles.
Great interest grows for an Auditorium program on Tuesday May 10 featuring E W Howe of the Globe. A prominent Atchison party will travel by special train including Mayor Orr and Mrs Orr Hon B P Waggener and Mrs Waggener Mr Rus sel superintendent of Missouri Pacific Busins company and Mrs Russell Mrs W Hetherington FL M Baker and Mrs Baker among others. The lecture and concert aim to offer excellent value with proceeds aiding the town pipe organ project, the artists covering their own expenses, Topeka as host city.
City Engineer Jamea E. McCabe discusses Wednesday's State Journal article on Parkdale storm sewer construction funded for East Eighth avenue paving. He explains drainage method used on Fast Fourth and notes legal limits on taxation for abutting properties, urging underground drainage to protect brick pavement and its longevity.
Sophomores circulate a Jan commandment leaflet printed on a freshmen bashing theme. The list forbids linen collars, thumb toying in chapel, coveting a sophomore’s dignity, and demands humble submission to upperclass dictates. The spoof aims to spur rivalry during an annual contest.
The session of First Presbyterian Church will meet tonight to form a committee to find a new preacher. Br. Countermine has left. the pulpit will be vacant for a week or more in May while a replacement is sought. About twenty-five applications exist and a two stage plan may be used: committee visits and a congregational vote. Rev. Osborn of Om in city preaches next Sunday. Dr. Bancroft of Denver preaches that night. In Auburn, the Capital City quartet gave a Dyche’s hall concert with Grout Hall Neher Brown Myrtle Karr in program roles.
Mine Nettle Bair died at her home 412 Tyler wheel after a lingering illness. She was 40 years old. The interment will take place in Aniio.
Advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as to remove humors strengthen and invigorate the system. A user from Humford Falls Me says the remedy cured salt rheum on hands after taking the product and sores disappeared. The ad promises the cure and asserts it fulfills that promise.
Miss Josephine Schuler wed Ernest Fulton of Lincoln Nebraska in a Wednesday ceremony at 1 PM. Rev Father Henry Wednesday officiated at the hotel event attended by Mrs Schuler and others with Miss Maggie Schuler as bridesmaid and Joseph Fritton as best man. Afterward the newlyweds departed for Lincoln to begin married life as Mr. and Mrs. Fulton.
Griggs will pitch while Art Geij plans to start for Topeka as both teams prepare for Sunday showdown at Washburn Field. Leach says lineup to be announced at game time after practice, referencing a 1–6 loss earlier and a possible close contest. Officials expect largest baseball crowd in the field’s history as teams vie for city title.
The Topeka post office received the Louisian Purchase exposition commemorative stamps in denominations from one to ten cents. Designs feature David Livingstone, Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, William McKinley, and a full map of the United States. Orders show high demand nationwide, with many offices awaiting supplies.
C H Morton won second place as amateur and tied for top amateur honors at a shooting tournament in Decatur City. J J Gorman finished fourth among 31 contestants at the event held yesterday in the Mige iliver shooting park. Professionals received salaries from ammunition makers. the top professional placed high, with details indicating a competitive field and notable performances by both amateurs and pros.
Three unhappy wives filed diverce suits in district court Wednesday afternoon seeking to sever bonds. Fennie Steg seeks a divorce from John Sing alleging cruelty vile names and non support. Dean Lister sues Winfield Scott Lister claiming neglect and misused earnings and goods. Jennie Jobreon seeks a divorce from Otto Joabrson citing neglect and financial strain.
Six special trains chartered to carry Methodist delegates and lay members to the general conference in Chicago. Women participate among the travelers as the party notes points of interest on the way. Also mentions Roosevelt appointments to San Domingo and Rio de Janeiro missions and a late shooting incident in Kansas City involving Will Burgoyne.
A benefit game is arranged for Harry La France who broke a leg yesterday in Washburn versus Topeka league play. Professionals eye May 4 for a tentative event at Washburn field with collegians. Gus Albercx to confer with Frank Leach about plans as Topeka executives pledge support until La France heals. Tickets will be printed in advance and sold citywide to aid his recovery.
Fire started at midnight in Brainerd Minnesota wipes out the greater part of the business district, with damages estimated at about 150000 dollars. The telegram notes additional items from St Louis and other cities, including editor changes and a mine accident report.
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