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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1903
Page
11
A fragmentary advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure all, claiming it removes humors and strengthens the body. It cites testimonials praising its effects and asserts permanent relief from ailments and eruptions.
Farmers are urged to plan year round production and shelter for stock, highlighting economical feeding with velvet bean and cascage. The note promotes improved fat and flesh forming feeds and hints at migration to southern farming for better returns, directing readers to U A Park in Louisville for more information.
The court voids a $25 attorney fee awarded to woodman in a wage claim by 3 P Woodman against J T Atkinson in Wyan County. It generally upholds the lower ruling but strikes the attorney fee as unconstitutional, limiting the enforceable costs in such actions.
Wyandotte County grand jury investigates irregularities in council contracts. Key witnesses include contractor T Moore and promoter W Woodward, with indictments anticipated. Statements allege paid favors and extortion attempts to secure contract approvals.
Description of Bigley and Tillley cases with arrests two years prior and transfers between penitentiary and reformatory. Notes parole and potential release timing, plus a separate Wyandotte case where a judgment against Kansas City Street Railway was reversed by the supreme court on foreign corporation jurisdiction under the statute of limitations.
Dec 12 discussions on merging multiple fruit houses into a single territory centered on Chicago and St Louis and involving Western Fruit merchants. The meeting in the area proposed combining smaller towns into one network to boost business volume, with claims that the number of houses would be reduced and prices stabilized. The stated reason was to increase trading efficiency and market reach.
Carthage Missouri December 12 Ben C Aylor Webb City mine owner shot and killed Gorton Allen a wealthy Joplin man near here two months ago. A jury acquitted Aylor at noon finding self defense.
T A Cordry editor of the Salina Evening Journal says Eugene Debs lectured in Salina last night and discussed next year’s campaign. Debs claims a Socialist ticket from president to treasurer and predicts Democrats may win as Republicans plan to blame them amid an expected panic and inflation. Debs compliments Roosevelt and notes internal party disputes.
Inaction by Governor Bailey keeps the supreme justice vacancy after Judge Pollock open as candidates gain traction. Judge Clark Smith of Cawker shows growing strength, while regional disputes over district parity fuel argument that Sixth district should claim the seat.
The Washburn infistic club, a small group of students inclined to socialist doctrines, was shut down by university authorities led by President Pinas. The action followed many letters from friends opposing the college endorsing socialism, and officials indicated the club would operate only outside college activities if it continued.
Ice coated Topeka streets last night creating hazardous footing for pedestrians and horses. Doctors found no serious injuries but slips and bruises were common as slick steps and sidewalks challenged travelers. East Sixth Street was nearly impassable for rough shod horses while Kan Gas Avenue remained passable in spots. Drivers unhitched teams and labored to move wagons over slick inclines with help from onlookers.
An old advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a universal cure for rheumatism and related ills. It cites Mr Wagar of Watertown and his wife endorsing relief from pain and weakness, with claims the pills attack root causes rather than symptoms. Availability is noted at 80 cents per box or six for two dollars, via druggists or mail order from Dr Williams Medicine Co.
A rough night wind stirred the town and altered plans as people hesitated to move along the street. The strong gusts redirected pedestrians and left several would-be actions unsettled until the breeze subsided.
Ramsiant County Attorney J. Ho Me announced the murder trial of JC. Lowe would resume before Judge Hazen on Tuesday morning at o'clock. The judge indicated the hearing is valid and may continue at his option, with re ing and recess in place as required.
The supreme court reversed the Marshall county district court decision denying Ada Spangler a ban against the St. Joseph and Gran Island Railroad for eye loss. The lower court sustained a demurrer in the damages suit, but the supreme court sent the case back for further action based on Justice Bur eh's recited facts.
Colonel Thomas Benton Murdock of the El Dorado Republican and Governor Bailey called on each other in a friendly, joking visit. The pair bantered over Governor Bailey’s dedication to his duties, delivering a lighthearted exchange that ended in shared laughter.
Fire department was called at 9 this morning to John E Moon's house at 40 Monroe street near Judge Hazen's home. An alcohol lamp sparked lace curtains on the second floor and caused a fire. Judge Hazen gave a lecture to Brien that ended with a discharge. Mrs Matt Cave lay seriously ill at 128 West Curtis street.
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends, the Ladies Aid society, and Union No. 96 for help during the loss of their son and brother. Mrs Martha L Campbell, Mr Chas Campbell, and Mrs Gi Reid sign the note of appreciation.
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