18 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1903
Page
1
Sixteen hundred drivers stranded Chicago area services as four hundred livery stables and driver unions clashed over wages and conditions. Committees met through the day but failed to resolve tensions stirring disruption and funeral processions.
Fragmented report notes rising war threats involving Lamdol and Japan with uncertain dates and places. It mentions protective actions, economic concerns, and fluctuating security warnings amid blurred names and figures.
A post mortem on 21 year old Williams Allison reveals the internal organs mislocated or missing. The examination notes the heart and lungs displaced into the thoracic cavity, with abdominal organs found in the chest, marking a rare anatomical presentation. Best mertry cited the unusual findings as educational for surgery history.
The report details a fatal fall from a fifth story ledge in Darton as authorities investigate the circumstances. Witnesses describe chaos as bystanders attempted to aid the injured, while police gather statements and secure the scene.
Report from Pawhuska Oklahoma notes a federal treaty will open millions of acres for settlement and farming. Osage removal and tribal feuds give way to integration with Oklahoma growth as fremere seek to become landowners, with 1.4 million notes of land and mixed-blood leases among white settlers.
In a secret meeting Burton supporters discussed Murion candidate RW Hoch entering the Kansas governor race. District Attorney TA Dean and State figures like J F Murrow weighed Hoch’s viability as an avowed contender, with a likely public statement planned midweek.
The report details a violent confrontation ending with the deaths of Joe Cheyence and Jose ot Chotuser amid gunfire from officers. The elder Choisser attempted to draw a pistol but was shot as the officers returned fire. Detective Murphy and others pursued the assailant but could not prevent further shots.
A confusing report states Ashe r will be reinstated if acquitted of alleged offenses. Prank Asher faces charges. Harris and Steinbersitt figures are mentioned with possible pardon conditions tied to a preliminary hearing. The narrative includes inconsistent names and unrelated political notes alongside a separate New York dispatch about war logistics and Chicago Burlington's corporate leadership change.
Washington reports say Senator Morgan introduced a resolution declaring the president lacks power to wage war without Congress approval when a nation is at peace with the United States. The canal treaty with Panama is described as a de facto declaration of war with Colombia. The U S intervention in Panama is questioned as contrary to neutrality laws. In the House Foley’s delegation case for Indian Territory representation is discussed and Curtis’s bill for relief is noted.
Dowie ordered the Zion City branch bank at 1200 Michigan Avenue closed amid receivership, with operations moved to Zion City. The bank opened March 2, 188? and faced past troubles. a new southern colony is proposed to provide year round work, Dowie says, to keep men employed when northern winters freeze activity.
Secretary Root asked Brigadier General H Merriam to state whether he was quoted correctly in a Denver interview allegedly stating that President Roosevelt’s appointment of Leonard Wood as major general was unpopular with army men and would unsettled the army and injure morale. The general was requested to provide any explanation he deems proper.
In Holly Springs Towa on December 18 J J Hes rt uncovered three skeletons believed to be from a prehistoric race. They were buried in sand beneath fifteen feet of black foam and found in sitting postures in excellent preservation. The skulls suggest an old woman with low intelligence, a retreating forehead, large mastoid processes and high cheekbones. Smithsonian Institution in Washington has been sent a description.
Miss Blanche E Campbell receives a verdict for damages in a case arising from a breach of secured property by a Beloit contractor. The payout of 35000 follows a months long legal battle over alleged heartless acts and the destruction of property connected to a city tax dispute and a failed agreement.
Colok dispatch reports U S cruisers Olympia and Atlanta likely to meet U S Minister in Colon. Meanwhile the transport Kingsley suffered a rock strike through her bottom off Murtethace North Mindinano as it carried troops ashore.
Hutchinson businessman Mr. Morgan urges the Republican state central committee to meet soon after the holidays to set an early convention date. He argues waiting for Kansas Day risks factionalism at the banquet and could delay primaries, influencing Roosevelt support and party machinery.
County commissioners refused a blanket franchise sought by the Topeka and Shawnee Railway company to lay tracks switches and wyes across routes in Shawnee County. The board offered a conditional franchise requiring precise route charts. Company representatives expressed willingness to grant a proper franchise aiding expansion to Continental Creamery and other factories.
The United Colombian Committee in Paris on December 1 outlined Colombia’s plan to secure rights under the treaty, proposing a commission to induce the United States to recognize them. If the commission fails, the question would be submitted to The Hague arbitral court. If The Hague rejects, Colombia would go to war and seek aid from Latin republics.
James Chumes, known in Topeka, plans a phrenological and religious university in the Oregon mountains. He and his wife secured 1000 acres in Union County near Elgin to host the college and will tour major cities to generate interest. Chumes migrated from Greece, attended Washburn, and married Mrs. Fowler in Kansas City, a union noted for its age difference. Also noted are court proceedings in Fort Scott with Judge Pol and local banquet guests Marshal Mackey and Attorney Dean.
Andrew Carnegie funded twelve Kansas libraries with about 280000 dollars, including Kan san City and Emporia. The state lists dozens of libraries, reading rooms, and university buildings aided by Carnegie, with women's clubs driving much of the effort and local taxation sustaining libraries as public institutions.
Eastern bond buyers press to uncover who offered to take the entire 372100 issue at 4 percent. If the mystery bidder withdraws, council tonight may see bids at lower than 4 percent and the “dark horse” may win the sale. Mayor and council insist on cash deposits from any 4 percent buyer before proceeding.
A telegraphic report from New York on December 1 notes steady trade and rising exports, with expectations for 1904. Pittsburgh and Chicago show cautious gains, rail demand remains high, and railways face motive power shortages. Financial markets stay steady though bank rates spark concern about loans and dividends.
Burlingame Kansas December meeting of Geage county fair board reported strong treasury after settling expenses. Next year dates set for September 7 and 9 with planned improvements and new executive board member appointments discussed.
Hiawatha Kansas December 12 An Indian case involves Thames Wakes who was detained from Brow County Jail by habeas corpus action after the probate judge and questet refused writ. Wakes, a 19 Potawatomi Indian, with others, fought, was fined, and released from county jail on grounds the case bore in run county law.
A local banquet honored Judge Pollock of UT amid court attendance by foes Wigase and others. Judge H Biddle presided as event leader. The address praised Pollock’s character and marked a confident start in his new role.
A jury near Clifton cleared the defendant of charges in a perplexing case from Hoxie Kansas. The trial discussed a local girl and alleged acts that led to the confusion, with testimony describing a chaotic scene and subsequent actions by bystanders.
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