28 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1903
Page
1
Corinthia's representatives prepare to abandon the Washington legation as formal presentation of severance nears. Reports describe ongoing diplomacy and expected actions as authorities weigh steps before breaking ties with the United States. Ships and military movements tied to the region are noted as context for the diplomatic shifts.
In Tonlevill Kentucky a garbled report reflects overheard talk on presidential elections. Mentions McKinley and a possible Republican candidate while noting travel and meetings in Buffalo and connections to the White House era.
A 9 A play titled The Vine of the Star was produced during evening services at Trinity German Lutheran Church. The event featured Pastor Pieter in charge and attracted parishioners who witnessed the pageant in a religious setting.
A scrambled weather notice notes a warm Sunday turning somewhat colder. It cites a mild afternoon despite a west wind around 16 miles per hour and lists hourly temperatures from a government meter, including segments like 3 o clock and 4 oclock readings with wind from the northwest at around 20 miles per hour.
M. L. Field a long time member of the Shawnee county bar and former instructor at Tepekw Schools died at Union hospital after an appendicitis operation. He had practiced law for years and was a prominent figure in local politics. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Hayter Funeral Home with graveside services planned in Lawrence.
New York reports a volatile opening at the cotton exchange with prices surging early and March selling at 23 plus, May at 430, and Jute at 14. Strong Liverpool prices sparked heavy buying by mercants and New Orleans support amid anxious shorts. Soon after, prices tumbled with heavy selling and unsettled market sentiment as participants attempted to take profits.
Kanene City aide Doc RT A Walsh, secretary of the Democratic hutichal, arrived Sunday on business. He said Bryan will be president of the United States, but not this time. He prefers Bryan as president over any other man and predicted a national convention in Chicago. Weather outlook for Kansas as generally fair and cooler with northwest winds.
The Leavenworth battleship Piledriver arrived after a weeklong Kaw voyage from St Marys and is being prepared for laying rails east of the Ax Avenue bridge. Frank G. Kelly of the City Railway says construction will proceed with priority, aiming for a February completion, despite city concerns over old bridge piles remaining in the stream.
Philadelphia dispatch reports the auxiliary cruiser Dixie sailed from Leasne Island navy yard for Colon with 600 Marines and five months of living and fighting. Six companies split into two battalions sailed, Company A from Boston, Company B from Washington, Company C from Annapolis, Company D from Philadelphia, Company E from Brooklyn.
Mrs Alexander Sullivan a noted author and editorial writer dies at age 82 after a stroke of paralysis. Born in Ireland she moved to Detroit as a child and became a proficient scholar of Greek Latin and French. She contributed to the New York Sun Chicago Times and Chicago Chronicle during her career and remained active until a final stroke on Sunday.
Governor Galley, weakened by illness, remains at the state capital today while reviewing a backlog of matters. He did not act on the Barton County sheriff vacancy despite candidates and a dispute over support, with Judge Elric Cole and W. R. Ru awaiting the governor’s word.
The SRA deal transfers about 35 000 barrels of Kentucky bourbon from Kentucky Distilleries and Warehouse to James Levy & Co in Cincinnati. Tax and government duties total around 365 per barrel, with overall taxes near 1 600 000, making this one of the city’s largest whisky transactions. The whisky will be housed at T P Ripy warehouse in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky after clearance.
Police officers James Oibhens and George Oakley were attacked by sympathizers during a guard detail for a Chicago funeral procession at Twenty second Street and Archer Avenue. Both officers were seriously injured and two rioters were arrested as undertakers used more hearses amid a funeral strike, with police riding with drivers on each run.
Eccentric Crested Butte resident Charres Ostraut and a 10 year old boy Joseph Beltler died in a cabin fire near Anthracite. A visiting 15 year old boy Rome, with his brother George, narrowly escaped. The fire started from an unknown cause and left Ostraut’s cabin burnt beyond recognition. The survivor could not explain the tragedy.
Tokyo hosts cabinet and privy council to plan handling Korea crisis including Seoul-Fusan rail project funding. Russia warned to adjust stance else Japan will intensify moves, while China accelerates wartime prep under Japanese guidance drawing Western and Russian concern. Britain viewed as opportunistic in Far East, with tensions over Manchuria and Yangtze approaches. Japan seeks to buy Argentine warships Moreno and Rivadavia in Italy.
Tolatai’s first words to Bryan and Hewes during a Dec 25 meeting are captured. Count Tolstol asks if Tolatai is a socialist. he replies he is not socialist, expressing gladness at that clarification. William J. Bery arrives from Berlin and visits the foreign minister during the tour.
A plan is announced for Broadway Courtlandt, a 615 foot tall tower to rise on Broadway and Cortlandt Street. The 40 story below ground foundation will include a subway depot under the fifth level and offices, storage, and retail space across the remaining floors, with completion aimed for November 1904.
Sunday afternoon Albert Alberts a rail promoter received 600 volts while installing a dynamo in a disabled car at the north end of the bridge. A helper failed to isolate the trolley wire and Alberts slipped striking his head on the car, creating a circuit. A wound to the cheek was dressed at Arnold's drug store by Dr Elllinger. he was not seriously hurt.
Kansas City reports the Tas man government ordered 1.5 million pounds of meat from Armour Co for shipment to San Francisco with a January 22 delivery. The meat is described for long storage and soon to Port Arthur near the Tsushima theater, with one third already dispatched from the local packing house. Details on future orders and exact shipment destinations remain unclear.
Kiowa Bank in South McAllister was robbed when a five-man gang blew the safe at 3 AM on Sunday. They secured $699 in silver, about $11,000 in gold, and $3,400 in silver was scattered. Citizens awoke, cashier C. A. Binge and others fired, one robber wounded believed, the five escaped.
Dec 2 Des Moines report says Caoualty Packing Co of South Omaha received a rush order for one million pounds of meat for the Russian government. The shipment must depart South Omaha and reach San Francisco to board a vessel bound for Russia. Additional supplies are prepared for shipment. A separate Arkansas City report states a five year old boy died after a horse kicked him during a farm accident.
Four prisoners escaped from the county jail near Tony in Kansas early today. The fugitives named Mack, Harry Johnson, Charles LaSpuen, and Mary Smith were in custody for various offenses. They stole two horses near town and were last seen heading south toward the edge of Benton County. Benton Hearing Postponed In San Francisco fraud case, United States Commissioner Taylor postponed the hearing from Wednesday to January.
A drastic rise in fatalities prompts the Chicago Health Board to reassess procedures and respond to mounting public concern. Officials weigh immediate safety actions, resource allocation, and transparency measures as the community seeks answers and protection.
Chicago records pneumonia deaths surge as county hospital overflows with patients sleeping on floors. authorities face crowding as weather shifts and conditions cause injuries on icy sidewalks. During the seven days ending Saturday pneumonia claimed 139 victims.
In Wichita Kansas a man named S. G. Gribi arranged a Christmas gift of four thousand dollars. Each of his four daughters received an envelope marked From Father and Mother containing a new one hundred dollar bill. Gribi, aged sixty four, sought to give his children a lasting domestic present.
General MacArthur returned from a Hawaiian inspection and was asked about the Japan Romania dispute and the possibility of war in Panama. He deflected, saying little on transport service, and declined to discuss a predicted Germany United States war.
A Kansas state warrant forgery scandal touches J W McRoberts once touted as Hoch backer in Jewell County. He denies taking funds, says he sent someone to Mil to fetch items, and notes warrants drawn for him and Victor Murdock appeared but were not called for as of March pay days. Local records show confusion over signatures and forged names in the auditor’s warrant register.
The report notes Secretary Hay remains ill with bronchial trouble and may leave in January for treatment. It mentions Mr. Hay possibly missing events at New Year breakfast and a diplomatic reception with Mr. Laominabers in attendance. Worcester dispatch reports Ruth Ann Hoar funeral at the Unity Church conducted by Rev Dr Hate with body to be sent to cemeteries in Boston tomorrow.
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