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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1902
Page
6
An account describes a complex surgical operation on a young patient as authorities and bystanders fill the scene. The procedure proceeds with the team, including Dr. Lang and Dr. Beauford, guiding the operation amid distractions and a tense crowd. The child’s condition is monitored closely as the surgeons work toward a safe completion, with reports noting critical moments and staged progress throughout the lengthy surgery.
An unclear report outlines Indian demands for two forts and protection along Sepulps Bight. The source mentions government action and Indigenous leadership seeking alignment with a federal plan, with emphasis on territorial defense and regional security.
Norton County High School recently completed a modern steam heated 15 room structure in Norton. The design by M. Wood of Tupelas states cost at 14 000 dollars and features electricity lighting and the Sophro thermal ventilation system. The article also notes broad debates on statehood and territorial government.
A Saturday sale in a Kansas city transferred 18 acres in a crude oil field to Fl Rona Fecvierta HK. Ricker and A Shrines, old partners in a local company, for about 84100. The transfer involved A Black burn and his son James, with insiders noting joint gains and land sharing. Local officials and parties referenced a large, undisclosed division of proceeds.
A Kansas hermit declares a sacred Christmas tribute at Camp Harrison on December 21, praising Mary and urging preservation of old bonds and liberty. The note laments apoplexy related death, mentions Bishop Paul and J. M. Deutecs, and cites Windsor and Fortes as local references in a dated frontier style.
A crowd surged as 20 people sued over waiting for tickets when the reserved seat chart opened at Stanwitch's drug store for Hinse membership tickets. Major J. J. Anderton oversaw reservations amid a rush. few seats remained after the first crowd was seated. Tomorrow the sale will continue for single tickets and remaining member seats. Siaken Anderson announced membership tickets will cover the four season members, with advance sales planned for late-availability seats.
A fragmentary item references Miss Ruth Bryan and a 10091 poetigraph of Miss Ann Bryan born Wed. The readable lines praise a bright sonnetry and mention parental care provided by a mother and father, with further details obscured in the damaged text.
London edition reports a Canadian Premier note via the Times praising Britain's scientific achievement in Marconi’s wireless. It notes plans to connect Foldhu with inland telegraph lines and beginning regular commercial service between Coral and Nova Scotia. The message hints at future transatlantic reception tests and national interests in expanding wireless capabilities.
Snowbound lines between Cheyenne and Eyduar Nob disrupted service as heavy snowfall paused night trains. In Cheyenne passengers sought cigars while the snow alarm spread, and Marconi news tied to royal messages reached Rome with King Victor Emmanuel receiving dispatches via Cornwall.
Topeka merchants on Kansas Avenue report a brisk pre Christmas rush with six stores saying trade is above last year and buyers anticipating holidays early. Express and candy shops report strong sales as shoppers flood the streets, while merchants foresee heavy volumes before December 24.
United States Express to place guards on all trains carrying safes starting January M. After two years without guards the firm reverses policy following a Davenport hold up. Guards will protect valuables from Kansas City to Denver routes and Omaha to Chicago. Twenty five to thirty guards to be hired, with one per express car for key routes. The Well FungO company already uses guards for valuable shipments. others have not announced changes. A new through train between Chicago and St Marie will link more directly with Chicago.
A printed ad offers JELL O snow pudding using one packet of Jell O and one pint of water. It instructs to beat the mix until it thickens, fold in whipped cream, and chill until set. Claims whipped cream topping and multiple flavors. Available at Brncers for 10 cents. suggests getting a package today.
A Christmas program at the Crawford features Flo Fedora a celebrated musical comedy with a large principal company chorus and notable stars including Isadore Rush and Marie Dramah. The production emphasizes scenic splendor costumes and strong romantic comedy moments as it tours major cities.
A garbled record notes an All American bowling trio from October 5 to December 20 with Totals and game results. It mentions grand total pins 131 54 for All American and 169 062 for opponents, a 32 game series with the trio winning all, and Week 4 standings along with scattered names and places.
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