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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1903
Page
6
City officials push for limited expansion of municipal borders while blocking inclusion of five or six larger tracts, citing planning and fiscal concerns. Residents express mixed reactions as the debate centers on growth, tax base, and service provision.
City Attorney Spencr knocks out about half of planned land grabs while six major tracts remain outside. Annexation targets include Merrigm and Quines tracts, Steele's and Klein estate areas, and portions east of Root's addition near Parkdale, with two half blocks near Washburn college under review. Final list approved by the legal adviser covers numerous additions and blocks, to be addressed at the next council meeting as tax and boundary questions loom.
A feature notes Royal Baking Powder improves digestibility and wholesomeness of food. Physicians endorse and recommend this quality, citing medical physicians’ observations and professional agreement.
Trustees consider selling the Kansas Medical College site at Twelfth and Tyler to build a new medical facility on the Washburn campus or to erect a hospital building adjacent to the present Kansas Medical College. The medical and dental departments demand more space as classes grow, with plans to open a dentistry program next September and to expand faculty. Dr J T Mingey notes the decision impacts future facilities and regional college plans, including ties with Kansas University.
The Hoosier Poet Riley and partner of the late Bill Nye present an entertainment of fun and pathos in Topeka. Reserved seats are 50c, cheaper than other cities. Excursions offered from Lawrence Emporia Ottawa Baldwin and nearby Kansas towns. Tickets on sale at Stansfield's Drug Store starting Thursday December 3.
A wildcat story recalls a chase with dogs, tree clinging, and a final dramatic fall. The Philadelphia account praises the animal’s nerve, detailing the chase, the cat’s daring stance, and its ultimate demise after a gunshot.
Stems left for column with Kimball Printing 912 North Kansas avenue. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Stanley Marple at 008 Tuckson street. Central Avenue Christian church board will meet in the evening at the church. Charles Schwartz slowly improving from an attack of illness. Ladies Guild of Church of the Good Shepherd meets Thursday at Mrs G F Kimball 215 West Gordon street. Mr S H Ogden recovering from blood poisoning at 301 Clay Street. Mrs Wm Ryan and son Jack guests of Mrs Ryan's sister Mrs Jonas Lukens in Kansas City. Neal Overman leaving Potwin after revivals at Central Avenue Christian church. Mrs PD Franklin and son Noel and nephew Keith Damon visiting from Washington, Kansas. Mr and Mrs Mervin Miller and Mee M Forbes returned from a month in Sherburne Ohio. Miller family to Los Angeles this winter. Amity Lodge 231 K of B elected officers for ensuing term. C Kaser surprise party at their St-Quincy home hosted by D H No 24. The Violet club hosted Miss Lou Dell McMaster, guest of honor, with afternoon gathering.
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