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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1903
Page
6
Washington dispatches report Congressman Calderhead pushing to raise and expand pension payments. The plan would increase monthly pensions from 12 dollars to about 1.83, with debate on eligibility and wartime service. Kansas coverage notes public reaction and political maneuvering around the bill and related appointments.
Arkansas City December meeting reports support for a measure by Waller Brownlow of Tennessee. Delegates tour the Chilocee Indian school and adopt a plan to urge Kansas lawmakers to back a statewide public highway program. The bill envisions a two million dollar appropriation with sharing by state and local entities. Convict labor and county jail labor aspects are noted as part of road work schemes. The session concludes with plans for further discussion tonight.
New York Dec 10 The National League decided to strengthen the season to 154 games. Each club will play 11 against every other club, with postponements to be made on scheduled days. Openers set for April 1 and runs through October 10. The league adopted uniform contracts and rules to curb player jumps between leagues. Consolidation rumors with the American League were dismissed for now.
Obituary notes the death of Pioneer Ward at 83, recalling his Virginia origins, service in fur trade, and Civil War era ventures, along with a brief, scattered sports mention of Michigan Motto Meet Princeton in Princeton Nova Scotia and a stray line about an assistant manager.
A proposed 400 foot diameter pavilion to host stock shows and indoor football games is under study by the Topeka Commercial Club and the Exposition company. The octagonal arena would include seating for thousands, a central parade for stock, ample stabling, and possible use for events during the state fair. Projected cost begins around 50 000 dollars with joint support from local business leaders and donors.
Washington dispatch reports Dr. Langley stating no final assessment of the failed aerodrome is ready due to insufficient time for examination. He notes the machine suffered a projection that caught a car during the erector and transport, with machinery damaged.
At Segundo miners and guards fired during a confrontation leaving no injuries. Deputies and clerks dispersed after a wagon ambush as reinforcements arrived from Tobuson. A double funeral for Velano and Bandi will be held today, with more than 1,000 union miners expected to march in the procession amid ongoing tensions between miners and guards at Segundo.
In Hays and Elle counties Republicans and former Populists canvass for a Republican rival to H W Turner. Supporters say Pickler or Judge Smith of Stockton would beat Turner, with Reeder seen as vulnerable. Counties weigh regional strength, past loyalties, and postmaster selections as factors shaping the choice.
Chicago December reports attach all costumes and properties of Nance O’Neil and Hankin by William S. Cleveland of the Cleveland Theater. The affidavit says the actress and Hankin planned to leave the state to defraud him of advance expenses. O’Neil denies any contract breach while Hankin claims Cleveland owed him more than the expenses. The case proceeds with testimony continuing tomorrow.
Rome cardinals debated candidates for bishop of Columbus and submitted Rev. James J. Hartley of Steubenville to the pope for appointment after the congregation met in Rome. Elsewhere in Chicago boxing notes, O'Brien and Kelly are slated for a bout under St. Louis auspices, with a guaranteed purse. In labor news, Kansas milners and Colorado strikes unfold amid union unrest and worker movements.
Chicago market notes show wheat sliding with May options down and early gains later eroded by selling. Corn bids pushed up as limited supplies and firm demand supported May prices, while oats firm on strong cash demand. Hog, lard, and rib futures rose amid a strong hog market, and price ranges for cash grains and livestock appear in the summary from Chicago and Kansas City.
Market notes from Liverpool and St Louis showing grain receipts with Wheat and Corn grades, car counts, and prices. Cattle and sheep listings indicate mixed prices, with native steers around 65 to 15, calves, and hogs showing higher receipts and steady demand. Market overall described as slow to see, with regional price movements and stock counts across multiple categories.
The Authors' club near Tutka numbers twenty with many more under consideration for election at the next meeting. The group focuses on writing, discussions, and readings, with Dr Roby at 730 Kansas Avenue hosting next Friday as W A One reads a story and Mrs E Atchison presides. Eugene F Ware is named an honorary member in a formal notice.
In Philadelphia December 1 there are two divorce actions involving Frank Gardner. Mrs Anne Hampshire Gardner of this city seeks to set aside a divorce granted to Frank Gardner. Gardner, an American now abroad, is alleged to have deceived his wife. Anna Graham Gardner of London appears as a claimant. The case centers on fraud allegations connected to a prior marriage and the status of the divorce.
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