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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1903
Page
6
The President underscores American sovereignty over transit across the Isthmus, praises naval readiness, and argues for decisive action to secure the Panama route. He outlines past interventions to preserve order, defends the Panama treaty approach, and endorses treaty terms transferring canal and railway property under U.S. administration.
O Brown, a lumber dealer from Hiswathe, defended himself in two cases against a telephone company in Doniphan and Atchison counties. He argues he can study law and become a lawyer rather than continue lumber work. In each cap, he faced skilled city attorneys who opposed him.
The text notes improved efficiency and laws aiding the armed forces and defense. It mentions government action, education for soldiers, and a push for secure aid and better care for national security. The fragment references Southern schools and ongoing military aims and public welfare.
The discussion centers on the Isthmian Canal and the shift to a Panama route after years of debate. It notes that by June 23 1903 the largest authority authorized a president to seek a treaty with Costa Rica for a canal across the Isthmus of Panama and contemplates alternative routes through Nicaragua if a timely treaty fails. The piece recalls historical treaties with New Granada and Colombia and contemplates which route becomes central for the canal project.
Nebraska intends no participation in a conference of colleges to control athletic affairs and will not join the Missouri Valley Conference. Secretary of the University outlines that Nebraska sees no gain and potential losses in joining, and believes a future move to the Big Nine is likely.
In Wichita Kansas on December 7 the article notes a growing black middle class with four to five negro depositors in small banks and a trend toward purchasing homes. It emphasizes homeownership over bank savings, linking nickel and dime savings to property accumulation. Also listed are rural letter carrier appointments in Kansas, including Mayfield and Stockdale, with substitutes noted.
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