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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1903
Page
5
A leaky OCR fragment from Frank P. Maclen’s Topera Stats Journal notes a dispatched Associated Press leased wire report. It references Chicago office chatter and a state journal page, with scattered phrases about events, attention, and a resort mention, but concrete details are obscured.
In a crowded column, readers encounter scattered political chatter about possible presidential nominees, party dynamics, and an undercurrent of public figures like Taft and Miles. The piece blends gossip with a nod to maritime curiosities and charitable appeals, all in a dated journalistic voice.
An excerpt discusses Carnegie fortunes, citing Benwab as authority on steel, noting capital raised to acquire plants, and claims about raw materials, costs under $1,500 per ton, and profitable margins from English markets. It references historical profit dynamics and shipping from the United States to Britain.
The Department of Labor reports that U S imports of manufacturers materials in the fiscal year 1908 totaled 29 473 067 dollars, 47 72 percent of all imports. The prior year saw 415 million dollars and 40 14 percent, while 1907 imports reached 247 million dollars and 4 07 percent of totals. The figures illustrate shifting patterns in material imports.
The report notes a sharp rise in total importations of iron and steel in the fiscal year, reaching the largest level in years at over bi million dollars, with a substantial portion used for manufacturing. Pig iron and steel products surged, driving overall value up from the prior year.
A garbled passage discusses mining endeavors and trains, noting speed, time, and conductors. It mentions people named Tommy and Tad and reflects on judgment, usefulness, and tact in a terse, fragmented style.
A collection of aphorisms on self discipline wealth and social behavior. The piece uses playful misprints and biting quips about average men women buyers dentists and bachelors. It critiques vanity and stubborn resolve with compact proverbs.
The New York World urges against nominating General Miles for governor of Massachusetts or president, arguing Massachusetts voters oppose a strong military figure. The piece notes he is poorly treated by the administration, but would not make him a viable candidate. In a separate item, a Dutch bark faced a fire in its hold near Amsterdam, with two crew rescued amid smoke. the ship was towed and sank after two fire pumps failed to control the blaze.
In antebellum era accounts from the New York Tribune, long distance trotting and racotherapy among thoroughbreds are described. Journeys of up to twenty miles in a day were common, with five heats of four miles each. Only elite trainers could prepare horses for such grueling treks. their rarity is noted alongside comparisons to scarce breeds.
A garbled excerpt from the Atchison Globe presents a scatter of humorous, cynical rants about money, fees, social behavior, doctors, politicians, and small town life. It riffs on nerve, charm, and mischief with jumbled phrases and era slang, capturing a flavor of local satirical commentary.
A fragmentary piece hints at gender roles and moral judgments in relationships. The text explores pride, love, and the idea of earning worthiness through actions and restraint, with garbled phrasing suggesting satire of social expectations.
A fragmentary opinion piece satirically treats state affairs and social norms. Mentions Pennsylvania subjects and a wary note on borrowing, savings, and modest dress. The text hints at suburban attitudes and evolving beliefs but remains incomplete.
I. M. Fenwell returned from the National Funeral Directors convention in St. Paul where he was elected vice president of the national association. He was accompanied by his wife and spent a week in St. Paul and Minneapolis attending numerous banquets and enjoying entertaining hospitality.
A fire destroyed Blind Boone's home in Warrensburg Missouri early today. The famed pianist lost many relics including his fire treasure and a valuable train schedule. Estimated loss reaches ten thousand dollars. Prominent locals and officials planned a dinner and public event with civil officials and officers of the Eleventh corps to be honored.
John Lister aged seven died this morning at his daughter’s home 504 East Eleventh Ave Nu Funeral held tomorrow at 10 from the residence. Mary Haetner aged two died Monday night at her parents home 610 North Hartvon Street burial or church service followed.
The presidents of seven international building trades unite to form a federation in Indianapolis. Key figures include Gubbins of the Brick Masons International Union, D W Tilden of the Painters and Decorators, M P Carrick of the Unesume organization, and W A Clieete of the Plasterers. W D Huber and Frank Duffy of the Brotherhood of Reaters and Joiners also attend. The move may not alter membership in the AFL or the National Building Trades Council. The convention will continue.
The Santa Fe announced plans to reinstate sleeping car service between Kansas City and Wellington, Kansas on trains 203 and 204. First Pullman to run this route in about two years will depart Kansas City September 1 on No 203, with the eastbound car leaving Wellington September 2 on No 264. The service, previously a money loser, is being resumed after improved financial conditions in the region and reader demand. The move follows oil and gas field growth increasing travel readiness.
Topeka reports its sole diphtheria death this month in the Lonergan family at 1004 Western avenue. a very brief illness preceded the child's death. City health officials have placed guards to enforce quarantine at 1514 West Street where a case of rearlet fever was reported days earlier, with notices posted for public safety.
Neighborhoods recall long standing cafes now gone while new spots open in town. Residents discuss changes since the last decade and how pedestrian traffic and social life shifted with evolving storefronts.
Gacaton urged an early hearing next week and requested Wichita as the venue. The board granted the request and scheduled the main hearing for Wednesday afternoon after previously refusing to hear it earlier.
The article explains why American manufacturers rely on imported hog bristles from Russia China and the Philippines for brushes. It contrasts hair length softness and cost with domestic hog bristles and notes that 92 percent of brushes use imported bristles while handcraft remains essential for quality grades. It discusses shaving brush quality costs and the influence of camel and badger bristles, plus the high price of specialty and factory brushes and the secrecy around wild boar bristle sourcing.
A fragment from the New York Times discusses a dispute over price and advice given to a man with a shop issue. It mentions substituting a bolt for a screw and thickening a shaft end to advance a patent. It also covers brush materials and the evolving style of floor brooms in modern offices.
A vintage ad promotes comforting tea offerings with claims of pure quality. It lists varieties such as Mayune, Gunpowder, Imperial, Congo, Pekoe, Ceylon and Livton’s, with pricing on bundles and original packaging. The copy emphasizes low prices and high-grade fittings.
The Army retirement system began in the Civil War era to reward long service and assist promotions by creating a retiring list. The first act in 1861 allowed retirement after forty years of service, with officers examined for incapacity. Lt Gen Winfield Scott was the first to retire, on November 1, 1861, under this program.
A Frankfort dispatch reports Nemaha and adjacent districts suffered cloudburst damage estimated at 500000 dollars. Hay, wheat, oats, corn stored in bins were lost. numerous cattle and hogs perished. Frankfort business halted as flood reports stream in from the region.
In Georgetown New York today special Judge Robbing issued seven written jury instructions after Attorney Morton opened the defense in the Power cane case. E J Smith named Rock Island assistant claim agent in pendauartere role in the city. described as temporary but likely permanent. Weather note reports light to fresh northeast winds on Thursday for the yacht race with shifting conditions and cloudy skies. Martin Kellogg former UC president dies in San Francisco after operation to treat gastric and liver troubles.
Wood departed today for Ladington with plans for a ten day visit and return fare. J S Bans of Murfreesboro Tennessee visits Dr J M Jamison. Conductor Boydaton of the city railway was relieved today and not a union member. A garbled line mentions Topeka singers and Washburn, with unclear context.
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