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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1903

Page

8

Big Men on Trial in Newark Street Railway Case

Indictments for manslaughter returned against North Jersey Street Railway directors including Alexander J. Cassatt and John D. Crimmins after nine Newark students died in a collision between a trolley line and an express train. Court actions follow a coroner’s jury verdict naming the North Jersey Street Railway company.

Newark North Jersey Street Railway Company Dhe Neste Alexander J. Cassatt Pennsylvania Railway Company John D. Crimmina New York Edward F. Youns North Jersey Street Billway Company First National Bank of Jervey City Leslie Ty Ward Pruden- del Thsirance Company Elisha B. Gaddis Pennsylvania Fairroad Company David Young North Jersey J. Thesevelt Shanley Street Halloway Company Gutundanty Chari Um

Too Much for Topeka Defeats Topeka Union Nine

In Association Park Kansas City, the Topeka club and Nine Hees lost to the Kod tam led by Bradyury PTL Union. Umpires Ethan WIN and another official disobeyed calls, while Ewing and Ethiey faced questions. The Kansas City Burinly team beat the Topnka Uhlan 7 to 6, keeping the season tight and highlighting the colored squad’s resilience.

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The Volunteer at Crawford Theater Flops in Ailing Night

Critics say the Volunteer misfires with a weak cast and poor acting. Only J. G. Waddman stands out as a redeeming presence, while Cora Van, slated to star, was absent and the supporting roles faltered.

Craeford Theater USA J. G. Waddman Sre Cora ‘van Pansy

Hart and Martell in New Crawford three nights debut

American stock company Hart and Martell brings a three night engagement to the New Crawford starting tomorrow. The opening bill Work and Wages is a drama about capital and labor. Rudolph the Crime opens Friday night with free admission for women on certain nights. The troupe features Lesa, daughter of Rudolph, praised for beauty and bearing, in a season of varied plays. Four Vinewood Recaps conclude the program.

Hart & Martell American Stock Company Crawford Rudolph

Women Held for Murder in Arsenic Case

San Francisco officials hold Mrs. Marion Bower and her sister Mrs. C. C. Sutton after the death of Bower’s husband, alleged arsenic poisoning. Authorities claim funds moved to a different bank account and that a prescription for arsenic was written prior to the death. Bowers denies involvement, saying he did not write the prescription.

Bowers Sutton deLaughlin Mr Bowers Peter Ira Bowers Sam Innocent

John Carlisle Dead Cincinnati Railroad Pioneer Dies at Home

John Carlisle longtime railroad man dies at his Cincinnati home. He helped construct the Ohio and Mississippi railway section and served as vice president of the Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton railway and a trustee of the Southern railway. Carlisle also built the Chautterut railway from Ashland to Richmond Kentucky to develop coal lands and was active in Cincinnati business.

Cincinnati Ohio Ing John Car Red Totes Ohio and Mississipgi Cincinnati, Hamilton , Dayton The Southern Railway Hye Chautterut Ashland Richardson

Brooklyn to Beirut Destination of American Ships Announced

Aug. 31 report states the United States freighter Machlis sailed for Port Said and will coal there, while ships from Genoa bound for Beirut are not headed to Port Said as earlier cables indicated.

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Father Drags to Trial Dies Before Grand Jury

John Gatons, an aged Joliet farmer, shot his son during a July quarrel and now lies dying in hospital. Doctors say he will not live to face a murder indictment, as he fades from the jail to treatment.

Joliet Aus John Gatons Land

Real Estate Transfers and Nickel Plate line promotion

Real estate transfers list numerous conveyances including J Hayes to R A Slaughter and J A Nicholas to Wim Baker among others via Pierce's add and Harri son street. The Nickel Plate road touted as a premier Chicago New York link with daily through first class trains and dining car service under American Club plan.

J. Hayes R A. Slaughter Madison Street Pierce New Hampshire Bk. Co Rinear Auburndale J. A. Nicholas Wim Baker Harrison Street Patrick Devenney Conrad Meyer Pees Jackson Street Campbell J. Buckner Western Ave Chevens J. Hariig Monroe Street Feitchle Hall Syusband C. B .Baker Oa ST Atwood Avenue Waverly Piney C. Newmen East Tenth Street Lafayette Street Mulgane & Chase's C. White Delaware, Lackawan & Western West Shore Ant Boxton & Maing Raliros Chicago New York Reston Nickel Plate Road Lasalle Street Enmo Paamenger Chi- Ee Ae Eestry

Notable Social Round Up and Wedding Anniversary

A long list of social events, visits, and travel notes fills the page. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. McFarland host a dinner honoring Mr. and Mrs. Harry G. Larimer. Miss Jane Rodgers is to wed Mr. Ward Sliver in September. Numerous arrivals, departures, and visits across towns including Washington, Denver, Chicago, and Dubuque are recorded, with many attendees noted and a 20th wedding anniversary celebrated at 625 Lincoln Street.

J. M. McFarland Harry G Larimer Norman Plass Jane Rodgers Ward Sliver Thomas T. Yan Washington, D.C James le W. J. Black Honolulu D. F. Longnecker Eastman Emporia Frank C. Miller Kansas City J. W. Going Blossom Fleming Maud Grimes Aid Oklahoma Mrs. Guibor Miss Guibor Fanny Brose Chicago O. J. Wood Edith Snyder Ludington Michigan Ree Wood Western College Oxford Ohio Gui Ler Mame ‘Bronson Dubuque Town George BH. Cole Colorado J.P Rowley Amer Rowley Albuquerque N. M Verna Brown St. Mary's Knoxville Frank L. Brown Frank Shellabirger Kansan City Josep L. Shellabasser Edna Morrow Denver Blanche Todd Little Todd Volhuy Tanner Saffordville Jessie Gaddis Newton Edith Parker Minneapolia Lewis-Chamberllain Lewia Daniel Edward Esterley Cleveland Esterley Mis. Esterley Mildred Scott Mary Dimond Edith Crawford St. Louis Miles Hazel Stalvane Gertrude Reed Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware Patience He John Kieinhans Colorado Springs A. A. Hurd Hiawatha Margaret Weten Lake Geneva Wis Mise Ina Higokinghee California Ahe Helen Hogeboom Voer Magnus Frank Banks George Banks Lawrence LG. Crocker Clyde Coffeyville Kan Alfred A. Scott Omaha Paul A. Lovewell Margaret East River Sarah Shull Cora Shull Buffalo Niagara Falls T. W. Thompson Thompson Minneapolis Kas Geneva Henderson Christ Hospital RM. Fulton Mr. Fulton Zetta Tuttle Frank M. Tuttle O. J. Shannon Tenth Ove West J. C. Rogers Lincoln Street

The Unbroken Hale Card Game Rule Exchange

In a New York fashionable club a group plays cards for money in a retired corner. A waiter nearby watches, and when asked to report them the long-serving waiter says he has never informed on rule breakers except for the one about seeing the waiters’ air. Time notes he got his tip.

Hale New York Walter John Walter Gravely Bev New York Times

Old Newspapers and Sea Bundle Sales at State Journal

Terrible plagues and skin diseases get relief with Coen's Ointment, advertised for sale at drug stores. The notice promotes old newspapers and a Sea bundle available for a few days through the State Journal.

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County Commissioners Move to Block City Tracks on Kansas Avenue Bridge

Shawnee County officials prepare to stop a proposed two year right of way for Topeka Railway tracks on the Kansas Avenue bridge. They urge the county attorney to file suit to prevent laying of tracks, arguing it would injure the bridge and endanger traffic. Public sentiment and city council authority are debated as county and city officials weigh injunctive action.

Cityway Company Tay Kansin Avenue Topeka Wien Bance Granta Topeka Rath Company Konees Avena Tees Ane MA Otis County Renorabie Kansas Avenue Bridge H. Taynes Frank Harrison Morrison Supreme Court Ity Council Torney Hungate Reee Isa Bridge Irevor County Saboth

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Offers Low Round Trip Fares

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announces very low round trip fares from Chicago to Baltimore with tickets valid through October 4. This limited offer targets travelers seeking economical transit options, highlighting discounted rates and extended validity to encourage early purchase.

Chicago Baltimore

High diving dangers warn those unsuited to the sport

A New York diving expert cautions that high diving is dangerous for most, with injuries often severe or fatal. He notes the need for special aptitude, poor breath control underwater, and how head impacts and water entry can cause ear rupture or lung injuries. Corks under the arms or sewn into swimwear are proposed as quick buoyancy aids.

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New Omaha Extension Townsites On Chicago Great Western Rails

Townsite openings list in Iowa and Nebraska counties with town names Tennant Shelby county Iowa Bentley Pottawatomie county Iowa McClelland Pottawatomie county Iowa September dates. One fare to Fort Dodge from all points on Chicago Great Western railway. Special Fort Dodge to townsites round trip fare one dollar. Council Bluffs to townsites round trip fare fifty cents. Free copy details by Edwin B Magil manager townsite department Fort Dodge.

Jim Tnes Omaha Chicago Great Western Railway Tennant Shelby County Towa Bentley Pottawatomie County McClelland Iowa Fort Dodge Council Bluffs Dills Edwin B. Magil Laws Edwin B. Maxil Forte

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