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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
7
Markets today show corn selling pressure easing and wheat opening higher, with mixed livestock signals. Cattle futures and cash markets display varied demand as traders weigh feed costs and seasonal supply, while grain futures reflect steady to firm tones amid price adjustments and regional trade activity.
Heavy rains hinder excavation at Lafayette and Parkdale sites delaying new school work. Additions at Perwin delayed by cellar water, an underground spring, and sewer connections. North Topeka and Grant schools struggle to keep cellars dry after floods. Boiler and heating work at Harrison and nearby buildings delays, with crews painting in several districts. Opening day for city schools set for September 15, while repairs and new installations push toward completion.
City railway officials warn the East Fourth line near the Santa Fe depot may be abandoned if track repairs cost 400 to 500 dollars. Holliday House owner blocks new track. Councillor Shimer pushes the Bleeheenth street loop to ease water flow and recent floods. Rolling stock theft and breakdowns cripple service with six cars broken into barns and limited equipment forcing slower schedules.
Residents on the banks of Biddle Creek in Sarena faced record flooding as heavy rain overflowed the creek, flooded gutters lawns and cellars, and caused widespread water in basements. Some locals hope installing arches and larger culverts will improve drainage after the deluge.
A Salt Lake City court denies a motion for a new trial in a case involving Peter Mortengen and BR Hay. The judge ruled against granting a new trial after evaluating the indictment and previous proceedings. The decision leaves the prior verdict and sentence intact, triggering potential motions for appeal.
Fragmentary report hints at Bells and Downs ensemble winning a Kansas stretch before heading south. Text mentions "ABoW" and November plans toward winter quarters and a showing at Vinewood Bark, with Wilttem Bells noted in unclear condition.
Parsons and his wife were not summoned by the fire unit as the main barn burned. He saved his house by a timely exit, while the horse was found about a half mile west. The wrench from his buggy disappeared, and the scene ties to prior incendiary fires near Topeka. Parsons, a longtime Santa Fe employee and Central Congregational member, may be the oldest in service.
Mr Coburn places yield at 90 270 000 bushels with a possible higher total. The record has no parallel this season as Barton leads with over 5 000 000 bushels. Corn condition remains puzzling while wheat strengthens.
The Kansas board of agriculture releases a crop bulletin detailing winter wheat and corn prospects across 106 counties excluding Wyandotte. It cites 5,911.08 square miles of winter wheat, yield likely around 12 bushels per acre totaling about 90.27 million bushels, and notes weather delays from coal dust and wet conditions but shows 1900s production levels, with some counties posting multi million-bushel figures including Barton and Sumner. Corn area slightly reduced, with favorable moisture lifting prospects in northern and western counties.
Jatrison's advertises $19 chiffon hats now priced at $3, a striking bargain amid a mall rumor of fashion prowess, while a local noted ring theft case stirs concern as Mrs Arthur Wheeler reports a mail theft with a seven year mystery surrounding the missing ring."
A garbled report from an official source notes a critical condition in Salisbury with severe injuries and urgent medical formation. Details are unclear but authorities indicate serious exposure and direct support is required.
A Warsaw to London report says a 25,000 farmer American association asks Russia to help set minimum wheat prices and to form a grand wheat grower union with the United States Russia Argentina Austria Hungary Roumania Canada and British India. The Daily Mail notes doubt whether Minister De Witte will approve.
City street car management plans move the Kansis river bridge below the Main arch on the tower side to avoid current. Melan bridge will bear the drift forces, but recent floods may have reduced drift for the next fifteen to twenty years.
A Journal note references Maron Turget tan and Burget predicting Corbett will win over Jeffries. The writer recalls a prior ballot predicting Albert Park er’s mayoral win and mentions local city work. The communication claims Jeffries will be knocked out, aligning with a published hunch about the boxing outcome.
The grand trustees of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen in Peoria adjourn after a three week session. The report shows two disbursements for the year totaling 750.00 and 641 subordinate lodens with a membership of 49,068, a gain of 492 during the past year.
The governor was unable to attend today after returning from Chicago last night and had only a brief moment to rise. Officials reported an acute attack of dysentery as the reason for his diminished attendance and health.
Chicago reports Mayor Herrison killed a bear while staying at Hurrah Mountain on Lake Superior shore. The bear was sent to George Mayer of the Twenty-first Ward, who runs a wholesale meat business, and stored in cold storage.
In Topeka North side news Coleman and Hawkins visit Elmont while Oran Layton returns from Indian Territory. Journal notes building front completion, relocations, and street repairs on Monroe Street. Residents attend church society events and Lacey plans move to Pearling, Missouri. Burglary incidents on Madison Street report thefts and intrusions, prompting concern over bridge waiting room options and transit shelter needs.
Promoter claims a miraculous compound from Dr. C Sargent Ferris cures contagious blood poison instantly. He offers to mail a prepaid package to any sufferer worldwide, urging belief, simple requests, and no charge for the life-changing remedy.
The party, hosted by the hostess and aided by her daughters Mia White and Miss Clara Mariett, shared light talk and a flood of good wishes before departure. Attending were Mrs. Bick, Mrs. Hale, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Jameson, Mrs. George Allen, Mrs. C. L. Heywood, Mrs. Arnott, and visitors Mrs. King, Mrs. Bell, Mrs. Koonts, Mrs. Stuart, Mrs. Adame of Berryton, and Miss Olinger of Horton.
In Peoria on August 12 testimony focused on the drainage canal case involving Missouri. Nat Cohen of Urbane, president of the Illinois fish commission, and Capt. Bartlett of Quincy testified to improved fish conditions and increased numbers since the drainage began. Cohen said most river industries ship about 1,000,000 to 1,400,000 pounds annually alongside noted health declines linked to Michigan water.
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