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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1903
Page
8
A chaotic night features a riot call near Hayden Bungalow with Charles Kane leading a rescue as officers pursue suspects. Fourth Ward Councilman Nellis attended the prize fight while reports mention a man deemed insane with money and a chaotic scene at Metropolitan Hall during the boxing exhibition.
A crowded tavern scene follows a dull boxing event as Caldwell and Courtney fail to spark the crowd. Spectators recall lingering fatigue and discuss a tense round sequence amid noisy chatter from the audience of about 209. An undercard features Joe Curry and Leavenworth’s loneshiereman, while general commotion centers on courtroom and family ties mentioned by locals.
Maud Shumaker reports a woman did not receive Lucas who left early Tuesday morning. An investigation notes a door left unlocked in a room, with a matron and others from the outside cited as involved.
The Texas livestock sanitary commission and Governor Bulley issued new proclamations easing quarantines in Trego and Graham counties. Cattle may be moved within counties or nearby areas after affidavits declaring freedom from contagious disease, with trips to dipping plants required for outbound shipments and certain exemptions for movements to reach compliant facilities or markets within the state.
Residents from Silver Lake and nearby areas were sighted visiting North Topera yesterday. The North Tekka club plans a Thursday meeting at the fire station. Mrs. S. Te Ghartory Sr and daughter return from Albuquerque. Surveys on block 5 and East Wise streets progress as crews map boundaries. Mrs. Xieholeun returns to hospital care, with plans to resume work soon.
The Detroit Amateur Art Association secretary Miss Gannon urges young women to use Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for female weakness. She testifies of relief after six weeks, sharing her recovery and urging others to seek the remedy.
The article outlines a plan to include England and France in a new arbitration policy. It stresses three aims: a reasonable arbitration treaty like the Britain United States agreement, a friendly settlement of long standing differences, and swift signing with Great Britain within a few months, urged by Raron EEstovenelles to Debasssair.
The State Department received a cable from the Bowlwone society of Hecoiuld asking U S interference in the reform editors under arrest in Shanghai. No details on the alliance, but alleged to be revolutionary. U S will act only if Chinese government communicates or consul general Shanghai provides guidance.
A historical proposal describes reclaiming waste lands in the southern tip of a region to create habitable, productive areas within six counties. It notes timber, soil quality for fruits and vegetables, and river works to deepen Cash River, enabling canal networks and increased commerce along the Mississippi and Ohio valleys.
Governor Talis announces appointments naming delegates from multiple cities including Seattle Washeas and Topeka. Included are J Kennedy, Hudson Mekstant, Geo Great Heed Jatin Wolt and B Cowgitt with several others listed in the inland notice.
Sunday excursion via Rock Island System to Waathers Chastauqua. Train leaves at 7 am and returns from Waethens at 9 pm. Round trip fare is 35 cents per passenger. See island for details.
A Belle Plaine man B Z Taylor faced fraud allegations tied to forged checks and mortgages. He allegedly used counterfeit notes to secure funds from Mulvane State Bank, with pursuit across towns and involvement of relatives and local officials. Probate actions followed, appointing guardians and detailing disputed mortgages and insurance proceeds.
The district court calendar for the September term lists two cases set for trial that week. Sessions include assault and burglary charges with several minor counts. Local events mention Good Samaritans Lodge and St Tune church with notes on public figures and an umpire appointment in New York.
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