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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1903
Page
11
Market notes show corn steady and no change in near term. Cattle and hog futures traded higher with small gains. wheat market mixed amid weather and demand signals. Stock quotes reflected modest strength in rail and energy shares as traders weighed consumer demand and futures outlook.
Wheat remains piled on Lincoln branch of Union Pacific as elevators fill and rail facilities run short. Farm regions report car shortages, delayed sowing, and late harvest. alfalfa and hogs sustain ranch incomes amid rising land prices and new settlers expected by February.
Rear Admiral Eavein White retired, died of paralysis at the navy yard. Native of Ohio, entered naval service November 29, 1561. He was promoted rear admiral on retirement day December 28, 1539, after visiting Palneston with Hear Ad alread Bexgers, commandant of the navy.
The Treasury Department reports 194 year appropriations for Western government services. Highlights include road repairs from Springfield to the national cemetery, Leavenworth Soldiers Home household costs, salaries for Sulphur Springs reservation superintendent, Dawes commission clerk hire, and funds for five civilized tribes removal, Indian exhibit, and stenographers for three citizenship courts among others.
In Topeka, Barton County Republicans debate a successor after Sheriff Jobsom's death. W R Bunting of Great Bend presented candidates to Governor Batley, with Frank Mita, Adele, and support from Jui tle Aller and Gi Chapman named among backers.
Partial OCR fragment notes market activity in Topeka with mentions of turkeys and a price of 6 cents, plus references to local dealers and salt company. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a small market listing or brief. Names, dates, or exact figures are not fully readable.
Amelia Hirah known as Miss Hirshfield of the Shiver Slipper company wed David Kanner in Judge Warren’s criminal court chambers yesterday. The judge, Foster, a bachelor, presided amid whispered remarks and playful banter as the ceremony concluded with cheers and congratulations.
New York December 22 Frank H Burc hess aged years shot and killed Capt George Townsend of the school is Charles K Buckley on November 10 because Townsend would lookh pay him 6.20 which the prisner ueged to be the bim was convicted today of murder in the first degree The murderer, who admits have killed three men beside Townsend, insisted that he did the deed with premeditation and in full realization of the consequences Burness smiled broadly when the jury held polter Judge Crane said he would sentence Burners on Monday and he asked the judge if he would be permitted to say something He said I wish to say that I do not feel in the slightest and, flaughningly all I can say is wheh them all a Merry Christmas When asked what he thought would be the result of his act he coolly replied There may be an idea in the minds of some of thy Jurors that T hold a s judge against them for having found me guilty I wish to say that I do not feel in that way in the slightest and, flashingly all I can say is" wheh them all a Merry Christmas."
Eddie C Beverly a Baltimore & Ohio telegraph operator and his sweetheart Miss Dayton attempted elopement by climbing from a window at James Hagerty’s home. The disguise failed as Miss Dayton’s cloak fell away revealing her father with a pistol. The lovers fled but were not seen again. Hagerty had forewarned the scheme and foiled their plans.
A Milwaukee report states William Hurd of Lake Mills did not murder his wife and 2 year old son. The wife, found at a residence near Fox Lake, said she fled her husband under an assumed name to escape his cruelty. In Jefferson jail, authorities say she confessed to writing a letter charging him with murder. Also noted are reports of Lord Abinger's death in Paris and various patent issuances in Kansas.
The Duchess of Roxburghe and her party arrived at Dunbar last night to a vast crowd. Provost and town officials greeted them at the depot while pipers led the procession to Hroxmouth Park. Thousands cheered as the carriage was drawn by coast guard and escorted by bearers. The couple will stay at Roxmouth Park for five nights.
Burton Smith, brother of Hoke Smith, says Judge Alton Parker of New York would accept the Democratic presidential nomination if offered by the convention. Parker would decline to speak until the convention acts, but if nominated he would embrace the duty and campaign vigorously.
Money from John Swayne of Franklin County was paid to Attorney Thomas J. White of East City for a probate loan to the Catholic Order of St Catherine Segisse. A Wisconsin claimant alleging nephew status challenged the will, the dispute reached the supreme court, which ruled in favor of the English order. The funds will be sent to England immediately.
Kansas City report states Asa Mattox and H E Woods sentenced to the state reformatory after confession to horse theft. The common pleas judge ordered Woots and Ana Mattex to Hutchinson, Kansas. Prisoners rest in county jail and will be moved in a few days.
Harold Vv. Pearce, British consul at Denver, refused to protect James A. Taker, Western Federation of Miners executive board member and British subject, who alleged unlawful harassment by military authorities. The consul cited martial law, insisting foreigners and citizens must obey militia orders.
Denver authorities hold several individuals including Scudamore and Oxnavaugh on charges of election fraud. Hundreds of excess votes are claimed to have been cast in a precinct, with names reportedly repeating on poll books and registration lists. Local officials pursue action as investigations continue.
In Rome Dex 2 the pope received cardinals and high prelates in the throne room of the former Leo XII residence. The pontiff wore spotless white and spoke personally to each attendee. Among U S representatives were Mer. Setog of Newark and Mer. Kennedy of the American College.
The Wisconsin bound woolen coal steamer Siberia arrived in Milwaukee with seven large holes in her sides from ice on the Sandusky to Mackinaw run. The captain called the trip one of the most perilous he had ever made as Lake Michigan ice measured five to seven inches in places and jams mounted to fifteen feet thick causing the vessel to take water at a shoal and be pumped out to prevent sinking.
John Rockefeller sent a Christmas gift to Charles Austin saving his seven acre melon farm on Walkers Island from financial trouble. The old man, aided by the kindness, had struggled under a heavy mortgage for years. The two families share a longtime connection and the act brought relief to Austin and his farm business.
Sacramento report on Tom Pendergant who died after his bout with Kid Williams. Jury rules death caused by rupture of an enervated vessel in the beam, unclear details follow. The case involves Williams seeking a $1,000 prize or purse.
Returns from United Mine Workers locals in Pittsburg show Bousfield reelected to the national board from this district by a large majority The executive board will canvass the results at a called meeting this week The report also notes a resume of operations at the mines in Sharon Pennsylvania and a wages dispute involving a plant in the American Everdenien company complex.
In Washington DC the annual sale of articles accumulated in the dead letter office during the year opened today. A broad assortment from sealed packages to jewelry was auctioned by a loud auctioneer. The auction included fountain pens, gold rings, diamond rings and guide books. The proceeds this year were turned into the treasury.
Sheriff J D Hinshaw of Tresg County Kanana obtained a bench warrant for J F Mirah after Mirah was arrested at the stock exchange last Saturday on charges of stealing cattle. Marsh had arrived in Kansas City with cattle claimed to be stolen, prompting an inquiry into other cattle herding connected to the shipment.
In Alexandretta and Byria, December reports indicate a diplomatic apology from the governor as Turkish authorities act on a commission’s request. Admiral Caton is en route to Beirut aboard a United States cruiser for urgent talks, after a night voyage from San Francisco.
Kansas City December report says cattleman Michael Guerin of Wheaton is missing after last seen heading toward Kansas City. Family seeks help and estate claims place up to five million dollars. New York dispatch notes ongoing search and related legal actions amid unclear whereabouts.
News brief from New York reports a developing story about a trust dispute and peaceful accord negotiations amid shifting alliances. Officials and unnamed parties discuss terms, seeking mutual assurances and stability in the affected community. Further details awaited.
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