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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1903

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White House Conference Leaves Ambiguous Health Note

A high level meeting between President Roosevelt and Senator Hanna drew praise for harmony but offered no public details. Hanna, who arrived at 9 30 and stayed past 11, refused comment on health and chairmanship while noting no real differences with the President. Both sides said future talks would continue and stressed a cordial, constructive relationship.

Republican National Committee Roosevelt Hana Hanna Henna White House Ten

Bristow Plans Return Amid Postal Investigation Delays

Washington reports General Bristow will rest away from duties with a brief vacation in early July. He aims to return to duty next week but will delay travel until after the July holiday. The postal investigation began months ago and Bristow said the trip would not affect any potential campaign activity.

Washington Joseph TL Beretow Kansas Oveter Bay Rot General Bristow

Coronation Anthem to Sing at Topeka Auditorium

A new Coronation Anthem from Westminster Abbey choir members, led by Edward Branscombe, will be performed in Topeka at the Auditorium next Thursday night. The concert features young singers and a strong ensemble, described as exceptional and worthy of note.

Edward Ebale Branscombe Westiniaatre

Injured Engineer Sues Over Rail Wreck

Kari Cluthe Dee SW P Trelinat alleges the St Louis and San Francisco Railroad caused his injuries in a derailment. In district court Ireland seeks 42000 for burns and internal injuries that render him unable to work as an engineer or pursue his profession.

Cluthe Kari Dee SW. P. Trelanit Pdr St. Lala San Francisco Ireland Bal Be

Sid Cooke Chosen Governor for Leavenworth Home

Washington aims to appoint Colonel Sidney G Cooke of Hermiston Kansas as governor of the National Home at Leavenworth to fill the vacancy from Colonel J G Howland s death. Cooke a Democrat with Republican leanings has long managed military homes and is expected to relocate for the post. Other candidates included Major W W Martin W W Smith and Judge S B Peters with Kansas delegation backing different choices.

Hidney G. Cooke Herinston Kam Colonyl J. G. Howland Cooke Ap Nich Cooks Munkeers National Military Homes John Martin Aattor Kansey Cooke Haw Sinc Wag Leavenworth Come Cooke New York State Hermneton Dickinson County Kansas Mabaséss California Leavenworth ‘Home W. W. Martin Fort Scott Beer Rowland W. W. Smith Burton 8. B. Peters Newton Gold Smith Senator Lone Consreseman Murdock Judge Patera

Wrapped in Flags and Treaty Display At Parsi Palace

Dec 5 Parune reports officials unveil a treaty in the palace with members of the republic present. Police transport the treaty to the consulate general as municipal leaders, including Con Sul Merman, attend the ceremony and await ratification by the junta. The event marks a significant diplomatic gesture amid ongoing municipal discussions.

Feeaiy Merman Papisna

Four Banks Close In Des Moines Area

Des Moines reports four banks at Goltue Ira Haxtar and Mango owned by George TD Woods closed by police order following a suicide last Saturday. Accused, Woods, facing county fund theft allegations, is linked to Colfax, and Hancock Boys, with Kansas avenue ties, list as associates. Hancock, previously with Dear-Engablewe Furniture, is described as connected to the Kaness Reform School.

Des Moines Goltue Ira Haxtar Mango George TD. Woods Suleide Yuatarday Colfax Polkaa Hancock Kaness Reform School Kansas Avenue Dear- Engablewe Furniture Company

Appeal to Roosevelt on Peabody Censorship at Victor

A mass of 700 women workers in Cripple Creek and Victor send a plea to President Roosevelt asking protection against Governor Peabody's rulings and censorship of the press. The Victor Daily Record reports officials ordered suppression of editorial content and limited publication to ordinary news, with editors barred from printing editorials or statements. Judge Sends issues a statement defending the court against alleged criticisms and notes no habeas corpus releases imply charges. Denver coverage notes John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers arrives for talks and reiterates he will not mobilize northern Colorado miners.

Cripple Creek Colo Dec Peabody Tellve County Women’ Auxiliary Office Roosevelt Victor, Coin Major Naylor Victor Deily Record Victor The Record Kyner Col W. PB. Sends District Court Sethe Miller Une Scede Mitchell Denver Dew John Mitchell United Mine Workers, of America Colorado Chamber of Commerce Colorada Myr. Stichell

Martial Law Grips Cripple Creek Business Paralyzed

Cripple Creek Colorado endures martial law as National Guard pickets guard streets. Provost Marshal McClelland occupies the mayor’s office, arrests a few people, and threatens to close Cripple Creek to outside news. A Denver news censor is expected to oversee future reporting as Walters or other details remain unsettled.

Cripple Creek Colo Doc National Guard Mareshal Thomas E. McClelland Western Federation of Miners Aitrerent Victor Record McClelland Denver Papera Denver Newsedge Injgr Naylor Absenos Gamael Werteck Bree Denver

Leland denies Roosevelt tied Curtis fight story

Cyrus Leland denounces a morning report claiming President Roosevelt halted Curtis’s fight as a pipe dream. He asserts the story is false and that he stands by his statements about being aware of the arrangement. The piece mentions Congressman Burk’s death in Philadelphia.

Curtis Roosevelt Cyrus Leland Lelani Burk Philadelphia Dec Curtie Highton Curtie Tina Bert Riven Topeka Carte Tnas Curtis Jude Curtis Merced Pollack Curtle Curtin Bien Curtis-Burton Aurton Organ

FooTBALL Banquet Plans at Throop Hotel

A long delayed banquet is planned with toastmaster De Ber Kenbell from Lawrea presiding. The fundraiser aims to support the Deeatrick Skule team and bank debts as 40 guests attended and 17 players plus elders expected. The event begins at o clock with about 180 dollars raised for the banquet.

Ber Kenbell Lawrea Phca Creentes

Tincher Seeks Action Over City Hack Rates

Mrs. Tincher, wife of Potwin council member George W. Tincher, reports a depot hackman overcharging for rides after a council rate ordinance set higher fares. She refused to pay, sought alternate transport, and alerted depot staff. Councilman Tincher vows to investigate and push enforcement or amend the ordinance to curb abuse. The dispute centers on short haul rates and a proposed amendment affecting hackmen’s profits.

Earth Depot George W. ‘Tincher Potwin Tischer H B Hackenatt Tinchtr Tincher Connersman Tantic Soipé Ordinszice Hackiien Tommy Hania Alliaative Winite Titcher

Fire at Pratt store burns Brewster. fatal injury feared

Pratt Kan Dec 8 Fire at the Lesoid store leaves Brewster badly burned and not expected to recover. details on Tews not stated. Also report from Cheyenne Wyoming notes the death of John Slaughter, a pioneer who arrived in Wyoming in 1887, age nearing death.

Pratt, Kan Lesoid Brewster Wie Wyoming Cheyenne Wra

Politics and gossip on state ticket elections

The piece outlines upcoming state ticket races, noting fifteen offices to be filled next year including three railroad commissioners and expansions from three to seven supreme court judges. It discusses potential candidates such as E. W. Hoch, Judge Pollock, George W. Wheatley, and others, plus possible contests for treasurer, attorney general, and district seats. It mentions partisan dynamics, rumored appointments, and internal party tensions shaping candidacies.

Supreme Court Give Tn Ask Pollock Vrenies E. W. Hoch Tate Hoch George W. Wheatley Nay Yen Kelly Supreme Bench Raley Sgmmnissiog Judge $5 West Bern Nore Pall Uclins Ea Strone Judge West Conneé I A. D. Walker Holton J. Co. O. Mocae Hutchingon Althouh Burton Firet Bailey Rajigad Walker Smith Scott Wells Staiiroad Wheatley Justice Cunningham Coleman Hanan Burrow Public Instruction Dayhoff Sulley Relroad Moree Bietth Justioes Sevehith

Political maneuvering and editorials in a Kansas Courier

Discussions of party stances in Doniphan and Wyandotte counties spark campaigns. Ed Hoch faces comment and editor Lorren talks about endorsements for Judge Pollock, while William Allen White offers cautions to Hoch amid infighting among Curtis Leland Lang and Burton.

Sas Kareas Leland Doniphan County Souriat Kelly Kansas Wilam Allen White Ea Hoch Curtis Lang Burton

Governor Hesitates Over Supreme Court Appointment

Uncertain timing for naming Justice Pollock's successor as Governor Bailey delays the decision past the September court session. Judge George H Buckman leads West End support in the Third district, with endorsements pouring in for Judge J S West from Dickinson and Allen counties. Other candidates include W Atkinson and Judge Ryan, while local figures like George Cole join backing West. the governor weighs West against Atkinson amid statewide endorsements.

Supreme Court Justice Pollock Bailey George H. Buckman Win- Gieid Tepika West Trinl J. S. West Dickinson County Judge West Allen County T. Hazen Topeka Tudge West W. Atkinson Parsons Ergenbright Independ Van Atkinson Dena Ryan Hiawatha Texas Wisalaerfee Cobiphany

Weather forecast telegraph fragment from Dec 5

Fragmentary weather bulletin notes cold conditions with north wind up to twenty two miles per hour. It mentions government thermometer readings and forecasts fair skies tonight, followed by rising temperatures and strong winds into Sunday.

Tre Foreckater Kinane Chicago Kansas

General Wood Loses A Star In Senate Fight

A chaotic session saw General Wood and 167 other nominations stalled as the House adjourned until Monday. Debate centered on partisan committee balance and tariff policy, with leaders accusing rivals of unfair representation before adjourning. The Senate then voted to reconvene Monday at 11:30 to continue business.

Wamington Ispsa Wosd Williams Akded DeArmond Martin Rep Washington Senate

Five plead guilty in Lake Michigan project case

In Superior Court today five men pleaded guilty related to a project to supply a porter from Lake Michigan. Named defendants include Corey P. Biewell former public works board member Alderman John T Donovan Chirke Bi Shocurm John McClachien and Moyner Stone house. Sentence delayed pending further action.

Uh Witter Lake Michigan Superior Court Corey P. Biewell Board of Public Works John T. Donovan Chirke Bi. Shocurm John McClachien Moyner Stonehouse Bentence Ji Ac Sity Superior Genet Sea

Swedish Relief Report From Topeka Meeting

The Swedish Relief Society of Topeka reviewed relief efforts for northern Sweden. Funds raised supported 2000 cronor in aid with minimal costs, benefiting over 200 poor families. Gratitude was expressed to all contributors as resolutions supported ongoing charity work and future committee development.

Topeka Sweden Offi Cere Cemmain May Inc Ore Ungstruae

Big Chanute land deal near OK for $50000

A 250 acre tract adjoining the city in Chanute Kansas, linked to an organized stock company, is slated for transfer at a price of fifty thousand dollars. The arrangement involves multiple owners and syndicate interests, with no further additions to the city boundaries noted.

Miter Abe Timith Denner Ban Prana Bovten Capital Hania

Banta Fe Connecting Dam Guthele Oklahoma December

The Colorado railrothers establish a new line with 1,000,000 capital stock linking Dewey Custer Washita Cadden Comanche and Woodward counties with the late Fe in Choctaw Weatherford areas. Project may be taken from interpretors when the route is built and bonuses have been arranged.

Guthele Okla Colorado Dewey Custer Washite Cadden Comanche Late Fe Wood Wild County Choctaw Oklahome Weatherford

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