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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1903

Page

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Stocks Dramatically Slide as Laidlaw & Garnet Fail

Stocks continued to fall on Wall Street led by the suspension of Latilaw & Garrie from the Consolidated Exchange. Prices dropped across sectors with New York Central and Pennsylvan ia among the notable declines. The market faced widespread selling as brokers struggled to meet obligations and fears of further bankruptcies spread.

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Smoky Rising Fast Near Brent County

A damaged report from Smoky River near Brent County describes rising waters along the river in an August period. The flood height surged rapidly, threatening nearby areas as residents observed debris and crews prepared for possible evacuations.

Washburn Trustees Negotiate For Patches Of Miners

The Washburn trustees discuss the Cooper Collection purchase for the college, aiming to bolster the miner study lineup valued at about $100. Curatorial plans focus on proper display and student access under Professor Grimsix guidance amid campus debates.

Washburn Voltage Colorady, College Ter Cheptr Grimsiex

Horses Threaten Fall on Incline Rail Line

Riders halted between rails two weeks after a drum shaft cracked on the incline near Peinvente. Fireman Murrin Coffey alerted crews, averting disaster as passengers waited atop the hillside until tracks could be moved. Two horses and wagons were left straddling the incline, owned by Hartley Heras and James Miner.

Pillsbury Peinvente Seventenrth Street Arabi Ravine Murrin Coffey Hartley Heras James Miner

Bells Ring for Pius X Coronation In Rome

An hour of bell ringing in Rome marks the election of Pius X. Cardin al Jesuit presides as Swiss guards, papal court, and clergy assemble in violet and scarlet as Vatican diplomacy and Catholic rites mix with cheers from diverse nations. The ceremony reflects renewed international cordiality.

Rome Pius X Jesphist Vatican Pinino Pak X Vathenn

Poultry at Kansas State and World’s Fair discussants meet

Prof Dyche of Kansas State University and experts outline poultry show plans for the World’s Fair. They consider using university displays, showcasing varieties, and coordinating with the State Dairy association secretary T A Foreman. Mrs W Posner of Atchison will lead an art display as part of the program.

Dychs St. Louis Borimetarae State University Karsan Rinturn Hansa Creditatic Shaw Wtete University Kansan T. A. Forman State Dairy Association VW. Posner Atchisan

Shortage in tienda raises questions after bank note

A $23,000 shortage is reported, with details pointing to a local store clerk J. W. Duke and an associate Ambs. The incident occurred near Kansar Avenue, with Ambs in Kensar City at the time and Duke credited for saving Ambe from trouble by presenting an itemized statement of accounts.

Laulk Kansar Avenue J. W.duke Ambs Kensac City Duke

Cloudburst and hail devastate Cheyenne and Pueblo areas

A cloudburst northwest of Florence and a violent storm caused two inches of hail in Cheyenne and widespread damage. Rivers surged as the Arkansas flood forced rail washouts on the D R G line east of Florence delaying trains. A wall of water swept Crabbie canyon near Florence, washing away parts of a bridge while roads and gardens suffered heavy destruction.

Puehlo Cole Arkansas River Denver Rio Grande Florence Cheyenne Wye Colo W. A. Watkins Puebls Canon City

Weather Summary from Early August Rain Storms and Reports

Heavy rainfall measured 3.25 inches in the government gauge with a peak rate of 49 inches per hour noted early morning. The six days of August show 4.03 inches by noon, while May’s rains increased totals. Sante Fe offices cite widespread wind and downed telegraph lines. Rock Island reports a washout in the same location as last Sunday. Temperature ranges across Kansas and Missouri show cooler conditions following yesterday’s heat, with a partly cloudy forecast and a chance of showers. Northeast winds gusting to four miles per hour were recorded at noon.

Weather Bureau Ret Indies Sante Fe Senta Fe Rock Island Port Beet Hayr City McPherson Manhattan Osage Kansas Baker Concordia Dodae Deneden Fort Sent Hinge Kevile Lie Weinek Orlock Otelock

Maryland Booming Miles Hopes For Grand Army Chief

Maryland delegation favors Lt General Nelson A Miles for commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic at San Francisco. Miles says he does not seek the honor. Illinois General John C Black and ex Governor Baker of Connecticut are top contenders, with Miles supported by friends as a compromise candidate.

Grand Army Washington Maryland O. A. Ro San Franches Nelson A. Miles Grand Army of the Republic Miles John C. Black Illinois Baker Connecticut Jas

Circus Employee Arrested For Safe Burglary

In St Joseph the Watson Brothers circus employee Hauer was arrested at Hartman station while boarding a train after breaking into the ticket car. A $250 iron box was found opened in nearby woods. Hauer confessed and gave Obio as his residence after jail.

St. Joseph, Sucm Flerman Hauer Watson Brothers’ Circus Eaway Sherif Pyar Haver Hartman Station Obio

Soldier Killed by Santa Fe Train at Baxter Station

Coroner takes charge of TL Hubert a returned Philippines soldier killed by a Santa Fe passenger train at Baxter station 17 miles east of the city. He was walking on the track not seeing the oncoming train and had a night in Puevin before. The body is in custody as details emerge.

Hilippines Pushin Colo Ate TL Hubert Philippines Santa Po Baxter Station Hobarts Puevin Roberts Manila Michigan

Veale Seeks Leavenworth Governorship After Rowland Death

Colonel George W. Veale, custodian of the state house, announces candidacy for governor of the National Military Home at Leavenworth to succeed the late Governor Rowland. He stresses honor over salary and notes the home’s board of seven directs selection, with Kansas member Sidney G. Cooke guiding local interests.

George W. Veale State House National Military Home Leavenworth J. G. Rowland Veale National Soldier Homes Siddy G. Cooke Herington Kan United States Veale Ney Kkarnitas Ottert W. W. Smith Senater Durton W. W. Martin Port Scott A. V. Piersot Ajea Fort Scott Sidney G. Cooke Kansax Vente India Kankan Leavenworth County Kansas Volunteers Jase Pier Euld Gehte Shawnee County

OUST GLASS TRUST IN LEGAL MOVE BY FEDERAL SUIT

Columbus Aug 5 The National Glass Company of Pennsylvania seeks to break up a glass trust spanning 14 firms from Ohio to California. Joined by the Federal Glass Company of Columbus and Cheers Glass of Cicero Indiana, the suit claims the group conspired to limit production set prices and restrain competition under the Valentine anti trust act. George Beatty former Washington Pa broker appears in the case tied to a contract involving quitting the glass business.

Columbus O. Aug Sult George Beatty Washingerton National

Robbers Blow Safe From Hotel In Seattle Schene

In Seattle Washington this morning robbers removed a safe from the Washimeton hotel bar and rolled it down a steep hill toward Stewart Street. They drilled the safe and planted dynamite as bystanders watched. The blast drew a crowd and the robbers fled after abandoning the $200 inside.

Seattle Wash Washimeton Hotel Denny Wirh Stewart Streee Harm's Way Ms Contenta Washington

Tadrones Sentenced for Mindanao Table Near Suriago

Manila August 7 Tadrones tied to a recent table near Suriago Mindanao have been given long prison terms in a sentencing decision.

Manila Pifly Tadrones Suriago Mindanao

Leaves Debts Behind Him Concordia Kankur

Sheriff Moore pursues J. W. Sweet a young farmer renting near Rite in this county. He fled with a large amount of property after placing multiple mortgages with different parties. Victims include Cloud County Bank Farmer Merchants Bank Sweet Hardware Co C K Huscher and various merchants.

Concordia Kankur Moore J. W. Sweet Rite Sweet Jett Cloud County Farmer Ant Merchants Sweet Hardware iCo C.K

Ware at Home Seeks Silence Amid Civil Service Critique

U S pension commissioner Eugene Ware visits Weebington for the G A encampment in San Francisco. He defends his bureau, says it has done its biggest year, and dismisses charges of civil service violations as partisan. Ware plans to proceed to San Francisco tomorrow, awaiting civil service investigation results.

Eugene PL Ware United States Weebington National San Frankisco Cremerie San Francisco Pear Mr. Ware Gove Questing Cone Albert Martin Topeka Penelon Commissional Ware Elvil Pension Service Colorado Mer Bereau Mippone

River damage near bridge disrupts wagon approach

Reported heavy rain led to rapid river rise at the Kanna River in Lawrence Kis. The current undermined the riverbank and end of the new wagon bridge approach, causing concern about roadway safety and potential closure.

Lawrence Kis Kanna Akayhe Burth Bank

Brown Seeks Pardon for Man Convicted in Kan County

Friends of George Lex Brown seek an absolute pardon after his 1901 conviction for second degree man­ slaughter in Brown’s district court. He earlier faced a murder-arrest warrant for performing a criminal operation. he pled guilty, served five years in Lansing KanPenitentiary, and has since attracted Leavenworth counsel. Local sentiment runs strongly against him as authorities pursue records and copious information for the pardon bid. A separate drowning accident details Hafer and companions on the Rehuythil river near Chestnut Street, while Whiting beats Gotball in baseball with Cawood, Bartley, and Grindle contributing.

Weesho County Hirie Kan George Lex Brows Erle Lle Mtler Lahore Brawn Brown Ozark Mountains Misaouri Fil Aid Herd Jaber Lansing Leavenworth

Henry Lowe rushes coast-to-coast for dying daughter

Henry E Lowe chief engineer for United States Steel accelerates a $4000 special train named Rocket from New York to Los Angeles to reach his gravely ill one year old daughter Mary Lowe. He travels at unprecedented speed, aided by telegraph relays and prioritized track time, as he races to the bedside in California.

Henry E Lowe Los Angeles Cal Henry Lowe New York Chicago Lake Shore Atchison, Topekan & Santa Fe Railroad California la Salle Street Polk Street Santa Fe Xpencial Mr. Lowe Cala Mary Lowe Henry Lowe United States Steel Corporation

Wrecked Train Near Jewett Leaves Two Fatally Hurt

Wheeling, Aug 6 A panhandle passenger train derailed between Jewett and Selo Ohio at 60 mph. Fireman John W Smith of Dennison died under the engine, Engineer John J G Hoffman of Allegheny was fatally injured. Passenger James B Calder waded of Denver broke left arm. Walter Corbett of Butte suffered scaly liverations and bruises. Several others injured. The engineer applied brakes as a man walked toward the train. The locomotive remained operable. cars largely stayed on track. Fireman was trapped but breathing when rescued. engineer unconscious and gravely harmed. Passenger rescue deemed miraculous.

Wheeling W. Va Panhandle Pittsburo Jewett Selo Ohio John W. Simith Dennison Ohia John JG. Hoffman Allegheny James B. Calderwaded Denver Walter Corbett Butte Mont Rye

Murders and Suspect Ties in Local Peddler Case

Murders near Murc ies implicate Mrs Hodge in a Walter Styan case. Witness statements shift as exhumed body reveals a bullet hole. Police link Mrs Hodge to an accomplice and husband, suggesting the poison or gunshot mix. Investigators probe whether the accomplice fled to Mexico.

Sole Lake Cues Murcies Gayand Witliam X Styan Murraye Ryan Hodge Torres Pamiite A. Piethire Iran Fyn Mexico

Growing Worse In Macedonia War News

Constantinople reports from Monastir indicate ongoing deterioration in Macedonia as ministers refuse extreme suppression measures. Albanian troops may join, risking clashes with irregulars. Ottoman Armenians face pressure while rumors allege Turkish arming of Kurds. Berlin dispatch notes two German officers watching King Peter’s sons in Belgrade. matter tied to King Alexand Draga assassination.

Constantinople Rus Monastir Macedonia Macancren Hulgarias Yildix Armenia Erseroum Bite Khernut Sutheriiles Berlin St. Petersburg Cologne Saya Peter Belgrade Faamporta Alexand Draga

Bailey's Turn in Pardons For Marion Asbell Case

Aged Albert Asbell seeks a pardon for his son Marion Asbell, condemned to death for wife murder near Oswego Labette County. The elder man plans to travel to Topeka September 15 to press the pardon, amid petitions and protests from local residents and officials regarding prior governors' actions.

Bailey Asbell Morrill B. ¥. Awbell Topeka Albert Labelle County Marion Asbeli Supreme Court Asbill Leedy Board of Pardons Labette County F. M. Hrady Stanley Marion Asbell Anbell Maggie Whitehouse Hell Hin Asbelt Asbert Ite Jer Axbell Penitentiines Ife Asbeil Umeke Ate Jon Wes Awtell Tabette County Axtell Tim Batley Skidmore Refus Cline

Five Horses Killed in Barn Fire and Weather Report

A barn fire killed five horses after a bolt struck the building causing a collapse in the floor. The barn was not completely burned and the fire was contained. Weather notes forecast showers and varying temperatures for Kane and nearby cities with temperatures listed for major hubs.

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