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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1903
Page
5
The text describes a town meeting where Mr. Carnes urges trustees to pursue a public experiment with surplus wealth. He discusses distributing funds via a trust to benefit citizens and raise happiness, while warning against fear of mistakes and urging open discussion with engineers and community leaders.
County circuit Newman conducted a tax examination this morning to verify property taxation. Witness Lawson testified about his daughter and alleged abuse, with details of injuries and concerns raised during the inquiry. The investigation follows prior statements and dates in March and February.
The county reports money left with receipts totaling $0 for the year and lists allocations across funds including general, bridge, avenue, and road maintenance. Readable items show disjointed entries for Shawnee County officials and county finances despite OCR errors.
A report from Bar Harbor Maine notes a tug from Admiral Barker's squadron towing toward the Maine coast as part of war maneuvers. The fleet stayed near the Chesapeak Man near the Keetuck Lighthouse, with limited distant participation. The exercise aimed to test defense timing if an enemy approached within hours. Evansville, Indiana records note the death of John Albert Shankin, a longtime Indiana Democrat leader and former Evansville Coaster editor who also served as state secretary.
A correspondent argues that America's Cup races lack value for shipbuilding and seamanship. He contends yacht design favors certain types not suited for varied winds and stresses the need for modern, ocean worthy vessels. He warns that current temptations favor fast but narrow boats, delaying broader maritime advancement.
The document discusses the assessment of wealth including stocks and property potentially seized to satisfy an estate. It mentions specific figures such as $136,955 and $34,000 for stocks and bonds, with emphasis on tracing wealth through the decedent's books and the impact on heirs.
Manila reports limited success in introducing the American currency in the Philippines. Banks, following a conference with Governor Taft, pledged to use all available means to secure acceptance of the new standard and value.
Fragmentary account discusses Sir Liang Changs role and prospects in securing treaty ports, referencing naval strategy and diplomatic aims. It mentions US relations, maritime power, and a comparison of political influence with northern railroads and security firms. Numerous garbled names and figures appear throughout.
A district criminal court overruled a demurrer in a burglary case tied to August W. Michel, former general postal supervisor, and accomplices. The defense filed objections to the ruling while witnesses described events leading to the incident, including a friend accompanying a suspect to a party and a confrontation at a residence. The trial date remains August 31 with some motions pending before Judge Tieixter.
A distorted report from Clarksburg West Virginia describes a local election where a group of Republican men and a nearby neighbor allegedly voted for Democrats after a lengthy caucus. The account includes details about a family, notable tall figures, and odd phrases about political and social events, ending with a kitchen incident and a fatality used to illustrate local tension.
Miss Anna Greco and Mr. Herbert S Welleen of Boston wed at the bride's home at Highteenth and Jackson avenue. The event followed her matrimonial quest begun in a local paper, drawing letters from across the nation. The couple planned a fast, romantic union with an open option to withdraw if misgivings appeared.
Secretary Root and President Roosevelt conferred late into the night before Root left for Washington. Plans include reorganizing the army staff with Major General Corbin as adjutant general and Major General Young as second in command. Root aims to have the new setup running smoothly before sailing for England to attend the Alaskan boundary commission session. No public release on the Littauer Lyon glove case. No president elevation today at Sagamore Hill. Adrian Teolin donates Neptune Park to New Rochelle with park improvements and liquor restrictions under consideration. Martindale sues Campbell in district court for damages alleging years of service in C F Young's drug store generated injuries.
A Texas girl recounts a long illness after a horse accident and the failure of doctors to help. She credits grape nut food with restoring her strength and health, leading to marriage last September. The letter, signed Hattie from Postum Co. Michigan, asks for details by mail.
The piece argues for abandoning the trouser as a democratic symbol and endorses a rational summer costume. It notes breeches and bicycle stockings faced derision, favors a soft shirt and unstarched cotton wear for comfort, and praises Mongolian summer attire as superior and modest.
Falesman P F Wilson testified in the Jett and White trial at Jackson, supporting claims of a large floor hole and corroborating Dr Taulbee and five other witnesses about trees between Marcum's house and the rock quarry. Cross examination noted travel expenses and witness credibility while Green Strong James Lee testified to bad character of Capt Ewen.
Fragmented clipping recounts Henry Combe a hermit near Innwood who died after living in a hut on the bar front for 65 years. His betrothed died earlier, a failed attempt to reunite him with relatives followed revealing property valued at an unclear amount. The text also mentions Andrew Murray of Brooklyn admitted to a court house, and a man named Waos Isnt Take Him related to a cancer case.
New York reports Annie Sharpley of Philadelphia was arrested at the post office on charges of raising postal notes. Investigators found notes valued 35 cents to 100 dollars, and she admitted to the offense since May. She waived examination and may return to Philadelphia without a requisition. Several hotels and banks are tied to the probe, and she previously ran an express business and forged checks in Chester and Philadelphia.
Brookline, Massachusetts, August 6. A rain storm watered Brookline for two days causing the Imwa ten nis tournament at Longwood to be postponed again. Rennot Read Music, who cannot read music, sings entirely by ear. During his three score years of service he has not born a baent from his post fewer than a half a dozen times.
An Sunday excursion to Wathena Chautauqua via Rock Island system will depart Rock Island Sunday morning and return from Wathena in the afternoon. Round trip fare is $1.26. Descriptive Indian nomenclature advertises rich scenery along the route and sample literature is available free from the Grand Trunk Advertising Department.
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