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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1903
Page
13
Turmoil spreads across Macedonia as bands widen activity in Krusheva and Diors districts. Authorities fear wider insurrection despite diplomacy, with bombings and attacks sparking alarm. rail and telegraph lines suffer minor damage as patrols expand.
Mr Lowe raced a Santa Fe special from Chicago to Santa Fe City over 224 miles in a time that beat expectations, aiming to reach Los Angeles. The trip, delayed by a fatality and other adjustments, finished nine hours and twenty minutes behind the timetable, yet achieved a notable speed.
South Carolina Senator Benjamin Tillman, visiting St Louis for a day, joked he could hardly refuse railroad and telegraph company passes and franks. He said such gifts do not influence his voting, noting it is a common custom among public men and reflecting on the difference between public and private conduct. He recalled losing a Burlington pass and described others as part of a touring feature with Senator Burling of Kansas.
Potatoes push higher as costs rise and dealers forecast further gains into winter. Local quotes range from 8 to 9 cents per bushel, with tight supply on hand in many markets. The Kaw valley crop was nearly wiped out by the June flood, limiting available tonnage. Wet conditions in northern markets dampen shipments and lift maintenance concerns for fall production. The report notes growing scarcity and shipping challenges amid the seasonal downturn. Second item notes the death of Rose Durkin Rankin, wife of a local official.
City court records recount a string of minor cases. Irene Cleveland accuses Dudley of Silver Lake of assaulting a dispenser. Dudley posts 109 to attend trial on August ith. Other items include motorists fined for leaving items untied, hypnotism of horses, and a drunken offense with three dollar fines. Judge Hamilton reduces penalties where possible.
A Bakersfield physician reported that a Boston defaulter traveled to Montreal intending self harm. Police investigated and issued a bellet Allen alert for England on the steamer Lake. Authorities say few details were released and attention to particulars was limited.
Ogden Utah Aug a Cones Kissel of the National Irrigation congress received a cablegram from Adelphus Busch of St Louis dated Schwalbach Germany offering a sliver valued at 860 for display at the coming National Irrigation congress exhibition in Ogden. It is the third cup offered in connection with the agricultural and horticultural exhibit, promised to be a unique feature of the congress.
A New Jersey style corporate notice states that a Department Store Trust in Trenton with an authorized capital of 5 000 000 has been incorporated to operate department stores and similar ventures. The charter allows contracts with officers and stockholders or any company in which it has an interest, aiming to consolidate department stores nationwide.
County Superintendent Wright announces a special teachers examination in Rouen on August 24 and 25 after county Institutes end. Examinations will cover all certificate levels including the professional certificate. Candidates from Shawnee County are to be selected for extra teaching positions.Miss Hattie Pullcher swims across Powerstake risking her life but survives. The lake spans over a mile in width and the water remains rough around her journey’s end.
In Cynthiana Kentucky Aug month Judge Fulton French of Winchester opens the argument in the Jett and White trial. He centers his remarks on Captain Bowen the principal witness and on the alleged attempt to impeach a witness’s reputation for truthfulness while the defense and prosecution present their early positions.
General Nelson A Miles, in a disciplined address, urges officers and soldiers to uphold patriotism, integrity, and justice as the army fights savage forces. He stresses humane war principles, responsibility to civil authority, and continued faith that the army can remain honorable and effective despite evolving challenges.
The daughter of Senator Will Fairbanks, Miss Fairbanks, is engaged to Ensign John W. Thynor of the United States Navy. Reports say the wedding will occur in Indiana with her parents supportive yet the details have stirred public curiosity. The couple’s romance traces to college days, with Anticipation of a formal ceremony at a later date.
Clara Morris urged parents in Madison to let daughters pursue acting for passion not vanity. She warned against stage struck fascination with glitter and money, saying the stage offers no temptations not found elsewhere.
Stanton, formerly of Mick Aux Guy, lost his right arm in a felt factory machine. After recovery he was rehired, but last week his left hand was badly cut in a peanie machine. Lockjaw symptoms developed yesterday and he died today.
A heavy shower preceded by a storm leads to the death of kittens under six months in the vicinity. About 18 cattle were observed, eight collapsed near White River, with a similar incident reported by John Uvneg. Marshalls band at Wirewood August 9, around 7 to 8 p.m.
Wheat prices firm at start amid cooler weather expectations and good demand while corn stays buoyant on oats market strength. Hog prices rise with firmer cash trades. cattle receipts remain light as market shows cautious volatility. Kansas City and Chicago beams mix with trading sentiment undecided and volume thin.
North Topeka scene reports a shaky stock market opening with declines in Atchison, Baltimore and Ohio, Erie, and other majors, while local business recovers from flood damage. Community notices include church services, new firm dissolution, property moves, and flood cleanup efforts near the North Topeka Hide Market and Central Sash and Deer.
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