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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1903

Page

11

Kansas court defers divorce case amid disputed Philippine marriage claim

Taige Enpetrick reports that Lt. Sidney A. Burbank seeks delay in his divorce case to allow more time for collecting evidence. A Filipino marriage claim involving Burbank and a woman identified as his wife is central, with a cable from General Wade requesting suspension of final action. The filing includes a purported civil marriage certificate and sworn statements from witnesses.

Teavonworth Kan Taige Enpetrick Anuthan Fort Leavunworth Dell Dole Sidney A Burbank Wade Philippines Tae Burbank Borbank J.C. Stone Gorte Thal Ake Hurbank War Department Renia Java Urpank Pechelor Vesques la Carlota Negras Arma Varques Mra Poten- Sina Lachik Gaslyela Bouin Puthongon Antique Reylo

Estate Contested Will Award To Black Man In Picked Case

The will of G Griffith contested by relatives led to a moment where a valuable estate valued around $3000 was bequeathed to a Black man named Nute Stm- Eien, with whom Griffith lived. The text notes a claim by late Oli Strike at Chanute and references ongoing legal disputes involving the estate and heirs.

Kun Dee G. Griffith Griffith Chanute Kas Oceania I Hine Bors Jacent Natural

Consolidation Talk Spurs Frisco Rock Island Survey

Dodge City reports a Wichita study where civil engineers map a joint terminal plan for Frisco and Rock Island railroads. The survey covers stock Island property, tracks, stations, and depots as consolidation rumors swirl. Officials cite Frisco orders and suggest possible unified freight and passenger operations though no final decision is stated.

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Railroad Rebates Aimed at Hutchinson Salt Trade Revealed

Hutchinson Kansas December hearing before the Interstate Commerce Commission examined the Hutchinson and Arkansas River salt railroad, known as the Salt Trust, and its ties to the Hutchinson belts. Officials testified that 25 percent of published salt rates were rebated to salt operators via the Santa Fe and affiliate lines, with Jay Morton denying improper rebates though testimony indicated otherwise. The commission planned further sessions in Chicago as Washington awaits.

Hutchinson Kas Stair Commerce Commission Seson Hutchingon Prouty Vermont Marchand Hutchinson-Kansas Belt Company The Trust Joy Morton Chicago Hutchinson & Arkansas Tver Railroad Bt Leach Biddle Santa Fe Trafic Ikees Tiilchingon Kansas City Mie Salt Trust Nis Lus Bee Effec Siven Iturer Tiniden Hook Island Prarie Stith Sours Pacific Hutchise S and Arkanwis Road Jay Morton Salt Company Maviakore Independent Salt Testinal Bork Wu Turk Ratiroos Frank Vincent Commission Finke Washington Uni

Wire Pence Company Consolidates Three Factories

A $2,000 bonus was paid to use Messrs Warner owners of the Warner wire fence plants at Waverly Melvern and Muncie In. Kan Ind Ottawas canvassing committee Suave is raising funds. Miss Marion Ingalls daughter of the late John J Ingalls was injured when a buggy overturned Saturday.

Ottawa Knox Dee T Moeris of cHiewna m Mesnrs Warner Marion Ingalls Athen,Kan Bee Marion John J. Ingalls

Local Man Killed by Train Near Burrton Kansas

Burrton Kansas December 7 William Baumgartner aged 70 was killed when struck by a Santa Fe train just west of town. He was hauling a load from Hutchinson. the engine and horses were covered with silt as the line neared the destination. The report notes a fatal railway accident with details limited by the scrambled text.

Burrton Kas Willam Baumgartner Santa Fe Hutchinson

Aged Woman Records Long Earlier Journey to Republic City

An aged woman from Desa in Republic City Kas recalls arriving in the country in the early seventies and reflecting on events from Saturday after Boing. She notes her gore Sheyeas and a visit to a local bearuaden with negligible funds.

Republic City Kas

Special Homeseekers Excursion Via Wrisco System

One day one Tuesday December 8 15.00 round trip from Kansas City to all polities Olaham and Indian Territories also to Annaville Quaniah Version FL Worth Brownwood Brady San Angelo Wao San Antonio Houston Galveston Corpus Christ and to all points in Texss east thereof Tickets good for Zi Gays with liberal stopovers on editing trip Nearest ticket agent for detailed information J C Lovelen assistant general passenger agent Kansas City Mo Five cents will buy one of those in Tinchelor cigars.

Wrisco Kansas City Ham Annaville Quaniah Version FL Worth Brownwood Brady San Angelo Wao San Antonio Houston Galveston Corpus Christ Welte J.C. Lovelen Iasbnt Ant Kankis City

Air Fan Explodes At Newton Kansas Shop

An air fan in a Santa Fe blacksmith shop at Newton Kansas exploded while being speeded up for repairs. The blast occurred Saturday afternoon as workers attempted rapid repairs near the forges, feeding air from a large compressor in the back shop.

Newton Kan Santa Fe Boistter Bang Saturmay Samn Gunderson Ricar

Relieved Return in Pee Car From the South

A clipped report notes relief shortly after a return in a private car from the south. The text references Corkins and a referee with a claim of a check in, but details are fragmentary and unclear.

Blockade at Newton Delays Santa Fe Freight

At Newton Kansas a blockade has halted freight on the Santa Fe line due to lack of motive power. A long train on the wall track remains unmoved as switchmen cannot reach it. Officials, including Western Division head D. E Cain, report efforts to restore service amid staffing and mechanical issues.

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Kansas Opens Basketball Season with William Jewell Game

Lawrence Kan Dec 7 The Kansas University basketball season opens December 12 with a game against William Jewell at the university arena. Manager Plank anticipates strong support and a full schedule after Christmas with at least one game weekly. Captain Harry Allen of Independence Mo leads the squad, aided by Fleischman Griges and McCauley who seek posts.

William Jewell Lawrence Kan Kansan University Manarium Kansas University Wilts Jewell Kansas Plank Ghort Spa Aken Toni Rip Harry Alles Independence Allen James Independence Woodmen Griges Fleischman McCauley Lawrance

Orient Secures $20 Million Rail Iron Contracts

A $20 million mortgage funds payments to speed European rail purchases. Kansas and Mexico move to finance a cross border project. a U S and Mexican trust firm backs the step. Stittwell road orders 120000 tons of steel rails from European manufacturers under new contracts.

Orient Kansas A. Mexico Lorient Railroad Ban United States Mexican Trust Company Stittwell Road

Night Yardmaster Killed by Engine in Dodge City

Samuel Poston night yardmaster at Dodge City was killed in the yards last week when engine 1122 backing from train No 7 passed over him at the found house. Engineer Deming felt a jar and found the engine had run over Poston instantly. The cause remains a mystery as no one witnessed the accident.

Samuel Poston Dodge City Deming

Local Jottings on Mi o na and Topeka Sales Rise

Topeka rumors claim Mi o na food boosts health and cuts street congestion as Rowley and Snow report rising sales and offer refunds for dissatisfaction. A local notice mentions Mi o na as guaranteed by Rowley and Snow with a no cure, no pay pledge and a plan to retire the Basta Fe agent amid ongoing distribution issues.

Topeka Rowley & Snow Wate State Journal Rae Mi Ona Feshferrite Food and Digestion

All Missouri Valley Eleven Chosen By McLean Coach Picks

Coach Mclean of Missouri University names his All Missouri Valley eleven highlighting Bender of Nebraska and Haggard and Allen of Missouri at tackle. He notes Mehl of Washburn as fullback and Birney as substitute quarterback with Griggs and Anderson as backups. Weeks of Kansas offers differing views on further selections and the Kansas roster.

Columbia Mc‘Lean Missouri University Missouri Washburn Rice Kansas Birney Missour Brummage Griggs I. Anderson Mclean Nebraska Bender Missouri Valley Walt Oliver Donald Haggard Allen Houser Hicks Wilson Mehl Washburn College Brommage Anderson Lawrence Kan Weeks Satlafi Hon Pooler Mender West Chappell Experi Enon Anamosa Ardinger Mssouri Michigan Pets Allen Benedict Preishman Jan Tim Brunner

Held Up Six Men in San Francisco Saloon Fight

In San Francisco on December 7 Harry Howart entered a saloon at Feward and Fourth streets and robbed six men of $20. A victim resisted and the robber was shot as he fled into the street. a bystander police officer near the scene fired, wounding Howart in the abdomen. The wounded man, a boy, is in critical condition and may die.

San Francisco Cal Harry Howart Feward Fourth

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