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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1903

Page

2

Eleven on the Rack at Topeka Police Department Hearing

Fragmented report details arrests and investigations at a Topeka event involving multiple individuals including Jim Shishey and George Kinwer. It references alcohol, legal prohibitions, and alleged insider involvement with authorities, describing attempts to enforce new ordinances and the broader social impact.

Pelice Gepartmest Riiding Ube Mrraler Pelllig Palice Nebensky Jim Shishey Rheasley Nails Po Fo Hieron Peter Ceorge Washburn Mendolan Chiekiwe

Weather alert over Caribbean region and Atlantic outlook

A damaged report from August 12 notes a West Indian storm threatening the Gulf and southern Florida, with expected movement toward the Gulf of Mexico and possible reach to Portheast by Thursday. Officials and league presidents discuss national agreements and potential penalties, with a meeting adjourned to August 2 and rescheduled talks on wine member terms.

Washington Boultienst Gulf Matarmac Jernoan Mexico Sigat Eesti

Postponed Games Report Amid Mixed Results

In a delayed schedule, Avnet and 12 hardware events were postponed. At Natinnui wagae haseball pork om Sinney, local teams faced delays, with Totn and Ler Ay competing amid rescheduled matches. Cincinnati and Augeot 128 details remain uncertain as the disruptions continue.

Iotetuhin Avnet Natinnui

Classified Side Arms Spark Public Controversy

In the United States a hoard of imitation antique bowie knives was seized as the custom board declared most items as genuine works. The customs collector in Boston held an inquiry into the trade showing a 85 percent yearly tax on authentic pieces while many pieces were deemed imitation and sold as genuine.

Aus Basten Board of Classifica Finn

Two for Roosevelt at county GOP convention

Witkerberre Pa August 12 The two rational delegates elected yesterday at the Republican county convention were the first in the county to declare for President Roosevelt. They were directed to use all means to secure his nomination.

Witkerberre Fisterdey de Fesisuetel Rougevelt

Real Estate Transfers Highlight Numerous Local Deeds

A list of real estate transfers records multiple deeds. Laurent to J Stanton for 1000 dollars covering parcels on Madison Street and Monroe Street. Marvin to C G Pier eon for 350 dollars including Poplar street property. Nyman tal to Olson and wife by love and affection for lot on Jackson wheel in North Topeka. F bay to Ida Twaddle for 75 dollars in Garfield addition. Bacon to G Sastion for 601 dollars on Walnut Grave addition. Gary to Keremer for 500 dollars on Richland street. Strickrott et al to Home Loan for 1 600 dollars on Tyler Street and First Avenue.

Jackson Wheel North Topeka King, Haywood & McFarland Ida Th. Twaddle GA. Bacon G. Sastion Frarura Street Walnut Grave W. Gary RT. Jeobb HA. Keremer Richland Strickrott Et A Phe Tyler Street First Avenue

Runaway American Captain Arrested in Salem

Captain Chas. BH Montgomery, a twenty year participant in Cuban and Central American expeditions, arrived from Central America and was arrested in Mondurtsast May for participation in a rebellion. He claims in Tegucigalpa he slew several men who fled the United States and lived in luxury while running town business.

Salem Mass Chas Mongomery Central America Mondurtsast Montgomery Tegucigalpa United Tes

Rifle Contest and Atlantic Seashore Trip Details

In St Paul Minnesota a rifle contest is announced for September 21. A deputy from the Dwight town announces a forthcoming tournament toward the Washborn trophy. A trip to Atlantic Seashore Resorts is offered, with through tickets via Lehigh Valley routes and a booklet on Atlantic City available from General Passenger Department Lehigh Valley Railroad New York.

St. Paul Minn Lébbey Washborn Towa Atlantic Seashore Gay Seamon Bighway General Passengmer Department Lehigh Valley York Atlantic City Chicago Great Western Railway Kansas City Minneapolis Duluth Safor Madison Lake Faterville Faribault Minnesota Lincoln

Topeka meeting on Silver Republicans party rifts.

A Topeka mass convention of the Silver Republicans discussed emigration of members into Straight Republicanism. McNall and McCray led the session in Judge Foote’s office, with Turner and Foote present. changes in party balance and loyalties were openly debated as McNall dodged questions on his own future.

Topeka Free Silver Republican Party Judge C. & Foote Webb McNall D. O. McCray RR. W. Turner Judge Foote Silver Republican Party Turner Foote Tnu Silver Republicas Party McNall jAmith County AO. U. W D. O. Mecray Book Trust Sansa State Journal Pink McCray Fort Scott Silver Republican Himmwell MccNall Weill Gorman Hill Roosevelt Kansas City Fix Rooseveit Mr. Turner Dick Pickler Morton Albaush McBalks Wih Wee Watt Rees Webb

Topeka News Tells Local Happenings And Updates

Local notes report trips by A. Heath to Denver and J. N. Fike visiting W. L. O'Brien, watermelons rising in price, and councilmen headed to San Francisco for G. A. R. reunion. Hospitals treat typhoid cases, Topeka chaos over theater signs, streetcar line extensions, and legal notices amid a parade of small town items.

H. A. Heath Denver Padma Frank Bucog James Howe Buchanan Ohio J. N. Fike Board of Railroad Commissioners W. L. O'Brien Colorado Neil San Francisco Buxtell Tenth Street Kansas Avenue Zabud Council Second Wari Republics Club First Street Daily Legal News Supreme Court Henry Mason Quincy Street Sells Estate A. Larsson Los Angeles Topeka Agaitor Santa Fe Mir. Larsson Draper T. Schoonager Washburn Collies Morgan Park Chicago Meer Salina Swendberg Leavenworth Oscar Peterson Trpekie Marshal Wintrode Tle Court House Neeilleee Khidle Insane Asylum Hall Stationery Company Gavitt's Stock Exchange Eighth Street Missouri Michigan Washburn

Mrs Tupman Describes Cure by Vegetable Compound

Richmond Va woman suffering backache bearing down pains leucorrhoea and womb falling narrates cure after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound from June 1906 progressing from weakness to renewed health. She weighs 109% pounds and urges others to write Mrs Pinkham Lynn Mass for free advice and guidance.

Tupman Richmond Lydia E. Pinkham

Topeka Man Faces Fresh Charge After Cow Parking Fine

A Topeka resident appeared in police court on a new count following a prior issue. He paid a dollar yesterday afternoon for allowing his cow to be tied in front of his home in the parking area.

Topeka

Rock Island Changes Rumor Clarified on Executives

Rumor of C H Ware resignation proven false. W L Harling left Northern Pacific for Rock Island. Stevens named fourth vice president in charge of operations. Harling becomes Rock Island chief engineer. Stevens to supervise maintenance and line construction.

C.H. Wareren Rock Island Tru W. L. Harling Northern Pacific Cof John F. Sue Warren Stevens Leeds Hook Island Hock Island Great Northern Railway St. Paul Railroad Unien W. le. Harling Press

Runaway Erie Locomotive Near Caldwell NJ

A big six wheeler locomotive on the Erie ran away on a Cauldwell New Jersey branch line. The engineer and fireman left to help a brakeman as the train sped past 40 mph then 35 mph on downgrades. The curve rails failed, a chicken house was wrecked, animals killed, and a farmer’s wife narrowly escaped injury.

New York Erie Cauldwell N. J Tod Caldwell Pompton Meross

His Silver Wedding in New York

Henry Michael, an Emerald merchant, celebrated his silver wedding in New York on August 12 despite family objections. Eight hundred guests attended in a hall with seventy six kegs of beer and 1750 bottles of wine. Michael paid several thousand dollars for food and drink amid mixed reactions from the deceased wife’s relatives.

New York Henry Michael Trix Michael Michal

Echo of Magowan's Downfall in Trenton Caration

Sheriff issues a warrant for the sale of the pale property in Trenton New Jersey linked to ex Mayor Frank A Magowan. The 250.00 loan default led to a forced sale after creditors bought the failed venture when it could not be rented due to the collapse of Magowan's influence.

Trenton N. J Frank A. Magowan

Wright Faces Fraud Charges in Guild Hall Appearance

Whitaker Wright, director of the London and Globe Finance corporation, appeared in Guild Hall court amid fraud charges. He is due for another appearance on August 15, with trial set to begin August 2. Wright appeared in excellent spirits.

Wright London Whitaker Wright London & Globe Finance Corporation Guild Hall Court

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