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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1903

Page

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Roosevelt submits annual message to Congress

President Roosevelt delivers the annual message to Congress praising substantial national achievements in interstate commerce oversight and labor capital fairness. He reviews the creation of the Department of Commerce and Labor, the publicity of corporate affairs, and the aim to supervise corporations without attacking honest enterprise while upholding law and equal treatment for labor and capital.

Ahthers Sealch Snd Department of Commerce and Labor

Government Revenues and Prospects for the Fiscal Year

The report estimates total government receipts at 60,296,674 with expenditures of 506,009.07, leaving a surplus of 54, DKSr. It warns that AUCHIGS for the current year may be minimal, with customs receipts lagging by about nine million dollars midyear, risking a further surplus reduction of around 30 million. A large surplus is unlikely. taxation cuts two years ago aimed at balancing revenue and expenditure, but future equality remains uncertain. Calls for strict economy in appropriations to avoid parsimony while ensuring essential services.

Wood confirmation expected. Hanna opposes move

Washington reports President will send to the Senate the nomination of Leonard Wood for major general along with 167 other officers. Hanna remains opposed, urging continued fight. committee likely to report favorably, with several Democrats and Republicans split. Recess appointments and pending confirmations threaten vacancies and reshaping of command as many officers risk demotion if confirmations fail.

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Separate Trials Demanded in Mason DeMonoss Murder Case

The trial of William Mason and Thomas DeMonoss for the October 18 shooting of Fred Tutcher began. Jurors were examined, with Mason seeking self defense and testimony including an ante mortem statement. Mason, DeMonoss, and Tutcher were connected to a livery stable dispute ending in Tutcher’s abdomen wound.

Willian Mason Fred Tutcher Mornig William Mason Thomas DeMonix Joe Tutcher Hungate Mason J. 3. Enaminger McNary Bueminger Hadeon Ensminger Lowe Tbe Te Ham Awoh Tutcher P. I. Reed Reed DeMoss DeMoes Masen Christ's Hospital

Kaiser Worries and Abyssinia Policy Report

Fragmented notes show Kaiser concern over a threat involving Letheridge and J E Smith, alongside divorce cases and a confrontation. Other items mention Roosevelt’s statements on Abyssinia, European diplomacy, and a grand jury probe in Nebraska. Moscow council action and temperance sentiment in Pennsylvania mining regions appear among brief dispatches.

Judge Dunne Shames Panam a Treaty Critics in Chicago Address

The report notes Judge Dunne berating the Panamanian revolution and the treaty as unprincipled, calling for American honor to be upheld. Edward F. Dunne is cited as president, with Roosevelt and Secretary Hay mentioned in context. Weather notes and forecaster detail appear as fragmented addenda.

Henry George Association Edward F. Dunne Roosevelt Hay Ehiken

Venice Flood Destroys Shops and Threatens Cathedral

Wet conditions flood Venice reaching four feet inside the cathedral. Gondolas moved from shop doors as bridges were swept away. Firemen authorize new crossings. fear rises of additional flooding overnight if weather does not improve.

Venice

Howe mocks claims of political comeback in Missouri

E W Howe editor of the Atchison newspaper jokes when asked about his political prospects. He downplays a serious boom and notes defeated candidates often blame others, citing Sam as an example. He says his run is mainly outside the western part of the state while Kansas City and St Joseph papers discuss him.

E. W. Howe Atchison Ladies Howe Missouri Sam Ealie

Coal Cases Delayed in Supreme Court Proceedings

The Kansas Supreme Court paused coal case hearings to the January term. County Attorney Hungate and Attorney General Coleman handle related investigations and grand jury matters, while the U S Supreme Court weighs the Smiley grain trust ruling. The Osage County coal operators John Jack and John Bell face anti trust inquiries in Shawnee County.

Supreme Court Hungate Shawnee Coleman Wyandotte County Grand Jury Kansas Supreme United States Supreme Court Ott Smiley Grain Trust Washington Kansas Supreme Court Hs John Jack John Bell Osage County Deere County Ga E Coal Wateh Shawnee County

Right to Arrest contested in Vera Harrison habeas case

City Attorney Spencer and Charles Magaw argued in the supreme court today over the legality of police raids on disorderly houses without warrants. Magaw seeks to stop arrests “on sight” under the ordinance while Spencer contends no testimony is needed and moves to dismiss. The court considers motions to dismiss and to appoint a commissioner.

Spencer Charles Magaiw Vera Harrison Supreme Court Magaw Martison

Cuba Observes National Holiday and Maceo Anniversary

Cuba marks a national holiday commemorating General Maceo on the seventh anniversary of his death in Havana province while attempting to raise an army. The ceremonies, details of the observance, and related events are noted, reflecting the period's imperial tone and regional tensions.

Cuba Havana Maceo Atcamp

Princess Shoots Prince Otto Rival in Prague Palace

Vienna reports Prince Otto disch-Graetz involved with a young actress causing scandal. The princess, granddaughter of Austria’s emperor and Belgian king, allegedly fired at a valet and then at her husband after confronting him in his Prague estate. The actress was wounded but not fatally.

Vienna Otto Winedisch-Graetz Princes Opera Prague Austria Pont Rudolph

Plainville Woman Joins Dowie Movement. Leaves Family Behind

Mrs Hattie McClay and her two children ages six and twelve left Plainville to join Dowie and Zion City, after selling a quarter section farm for six dollars and distributing Dowie literature locally. Neighbors warn about the fate of those who join the cause amid recent failures linked to Dowie.

Plainville Dowie Zion City Hattie McClay Dowle Pininville Roos County Dowtalam

Canal treaty reaches Colon. ship planned for United States

Panama dispatches report the treaty arriving at Colon by special car for forwarding to Washington. Consul General leaves to await the City of Washington’s arrival. the steamer sails from Huon tomorrow, with preparations to ship the canal accord to the United States.

Panama United States Washington Colon Der Uae City of Wantington Huon

Colder Weather With Mixed Forecast Across City

The report notes a cooler spell with Sunday reaching a high of 54 degrees and a generally colder trend expected Tuesday. Wind at noon was recorded as forth, with hourly government data showing varied temperatures. City officials addressed bridge maintenance contracts and noted no immediate forfeiture of guarantees, while a separate Panama notice and St. Petersburg dispatches appeared in the day’s brief.

Tony Sussas Patna Land Bilira

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