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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1903
Page
4
An assortment of ladies garments including S6-in silks and serge, bold borders, and Berdiemoo styles with prices up to $6. Men’s items feature 2f-in taffeta covers and Ustar fabric goods with prices ranging from $1 to $3.50.
Christmas apron advertisement describes various white apron options in multiple sizes and styles. It highlights popular gift appeal for ladies, nurse and housemaid wear, with prices ranging from 25 to 50 cents and notes on trims such as embroidery, lace, and ruffles.
Warbinston reports a senate session where Mr Perkins of California argued the United States must not rely on Cuban crops for reciprocity. He warned Cuba would not hurt the domestic industry, noting Cuba’s crop yields and California citrus success, while criticizing Panama policy and linking treachery to current governance.
Leavenworth December 15. Broderick of Feltun contemplates a congressional bid. Eight years in the House have shaped his view of the district. He notes strong GOP support in Jefferson and Leavenworth counties and predicts Leavenworth could be pivotal at the convention.
McCollum has not posted the £1000 bond required for chief of police. He says he will present the bond at the next meeting, not the January session. Mayor Bergundthal rules the bond is city redress only, not against individuals. Other officials hesitate, citing prior bond responsibilities.
Topeka reports Geo W Banter known as Mr Bainter resigns as district passenger agent for the Rock Island with headquarters in Portland Oregon. He is said to return to Topeka soon and has a long history with the railroad including time in the Topeka passenger department and later as passenger agent at Peoria.
In Washington on December 15 Major J Runcie testified as the first witness in the General Wood case after Ray Stannard Baker linked an article to Brooke administration. He affirmed that Wood knew of the story and that it was drafted under his guidance. General George Te Burton later described postal frauds found in Cuba.
Stockton dispatch reports a large meeting of strikers at the Royal mine in Hudson with armed men ready to seize operations and resist non union workers. Supt Graves considers calling out state militia as reinforcements arrive from Angels Camp. A $2,000 damages suit has been filed in federal court against individual strikers, with service expected and possible turmoil.
A westbound extra freight derailed near Rutledge Missouri at 2:20 AM, ten coal cars derailed into the ditch. Conductor Thomas of Marceline was slightly injured. cause bent axle. Cleared by late afternoon. Topeka delays prolonged.
Senator Heyburn of Idaho introduced a joint resolution requesting the president to acquire by annexation the land of San Domingo and its dependencies. The measure aims to extend U S territorial reach and bolster strategic holdings abroad amid ongoing diplomatic activity.
Washington December 16 Attorney General Knox resumed his argument before the United States Supreme Court in the Northern Securities case. He contended that the union of the Northern Pacific and Great Northern railways created competing interstate lines that merged into a single restraint on interstate commerce. He described the joint traffic and transmission agreements as the legal basis for such a consolidation and noted calls for remedial action against traffic charges. The government argues the agreements restrained interstate commerce and the court’s stance remains to be seen.
Wallace Wadleigh son of Mrs. E. B. Wadleigh died this morning in Los Angeles of consumption. Mrs. Wadtelzie was called to California two months ago for her son's illness. Lacy Exgurt aged three died at parents home Sunday and was buried Monday. Funeral from 213 West Second Street. Wirt Batell aged 18 died Monday at 47 East Sixth Avenue of pneumonia. Batell to be buried in Warmecoo. Batell was a member of the Washburn freshman class.
Chanute court proceedings continued as Solon Mitchell and others faced charges. Judge Ordered a further continuance until morning. Defendants appeared at 10:50 yesterday. trial dates and bonds mentioned amid uncertain details.
President Johnson defies the distress as events unfold in Milwaukee Chicago and New York while figures like Clark Griffith James McAleer arrive from distant locales inspiring chatter about the upcoming meeting at the arena where officials discuss the season.
An article warns of a looming winter cold epidemic driven by rapid temperature changes and humidity. It explains how the initial symptoms, cough and nasal discharge, arise from mucous membrane vulnerability and stresses defensive measures. It emphasizes immunity toughening and cautious heating to avoid catarrhal pneumonia and other lung complications.
In a city court session this morning Judge McCabe presided as the Furman and Tremnell case was postponed ten days. The Edie woman was not present. Meantime CH Gold on the Way and a separate matter involving New York financials were noted among routine items.
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