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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1903

Page

3

Three Mullion Dollar Life Policy Issued

A fragment from a 19th century insurance notice states John M. Mick of Rhinophilin Tar jaet received a three Mullion Dollar life policy. Other policies issued are for George W. Vanderbilt of Neve Vork and Be Beavey of Ree pol. Policy details include a $4208 premium and presale arrangements by Me Wandlerhutt.

John M. Mick Rhinophilin Tarjaet George W. Vanderbilt Neve Vork Be Beavey Myge Company of New York Enna Nest York Pon Siete

Holton Postoffice Moved in February

A fragmented Holton notice states the post office moved in February within Holton Kansas. It mentions the Westmetrt department and a commission area near the square. The text references a new site, a modern convent, and a combined cost around $2007 for the operation or building.

Holton Postoffice Holton Westmetrt

Fragmentary Note on February Effects in Various Regions

A rough OCR fragment mentions February effects in places including Oregon and California with unclear details. It references tentative dates and events but lacks concrete names, actions, or outcomes due to unreadable text.

Limit of the Law for the Kansas City Murderer

Spytiliem Tambo known as Tools Hursbe was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of William J. Morris in Kansas City Kansas. The trial in the common pleas court featured a sorrowful scene in the courtroom, with special counsel for the state and statements by Judge Weitiar G. Host. The verdict followed procedural exceptions and testimonies, with Tambo's innocence argued by defense and a witness testimony weighing the evidence.

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Denounced Court Division Sparks Near Unanimous Rally In Winfield

An overcrowded mass meeting in Winfield voted nearly unanimously against a proposed court division. The action followed debates in county and state circles, with supporters of the bill arguing cost savings while opponents warned of increased travel and access issues for residents across the county. Widespread farmer and civic turnout highlighted countywide concern.

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Robbery at Arkansas bank nets cash and chaos

Three suspicious men robbed a local bank branch driving away in a souk water car. They broke into the vault, damaged shelves, and fled toward Dexter after a failed attempt to escape through the vault door. Sheriff and bloodhounds pursued with help from Winfield authorities.

Arkmans Pening Aliscourt Pacite Dexter Wenry Weelock Sanday Menteh Huwkier Mturrey Murrey Winfield Loriatt BF Sillman Win- Néld Sational Marik Whaetty

New Y M C A Building Dedicated With Ceremonies

The Y M C A erected a new building at a cost around 12,000 with a Sunday afternoon dedication by association officers. Andrew Baird state Kansas secretary, FP Burt Missouri state secretary, and J A G Humans secretary of Newton were present along with local officials. Evangelist M B Williams spoke on the Key and Male wisdom followed by addresses and a ceremony in the new auditorium.

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Bristow buys a pape and Athenian meet noted

The report confirms Bristow’s purchase of a paper and mentions Ottawa editor Mr. Stone, Bristow’s prior postmaster tenure, and a Baker event planned for February 4 in celebrating the Athenian anniversary with a social gathering and invitations. The scattered lines reference the Athenian Society and a February social in Baker.

Salina Kas J. L. Brietoy Ueidant Nergl Phenetet Slingenatiar Fousnal Wigarwietor Stone Ottawa Bristow Lie Pater Kian

Unclear court filing and arrest report fragment

Fragmentary OCR note reports a Larimer district court case with arrest on complaint and alleged assault. mentions Frank Metall, Oneeibl, Mrs Bird, McCall, Bink, and others in a chaotic sequence with shootings and names. Details are incomplete and readers should consult the original record for precise charges and outcomes.

Stee Ras Larimer Frank Metall Oneeibl Chye Masaule Beenie Birt Vortones McCall Ir Ald Bel Larned Tred Mk Bink Fehery Wien Mtr Kam Migs

Fragments from Kansan records show limited readable names and figures

A damaged OCR passage lists scattered proper nouns and numbers including Kansans and names like George W. iTaulman and Soby T Mustis with various figures such as 35 28 and 33 and mentions places like Sorroweville and Marsvin while incompletely readable details hint at a stock or property related record lacking clear context.

Waehificon Rems Willow Wittsn Skinter Robinson Sorroweville Marsvin Clay Poe Niekeresci

Moving Train Hijack Attempt Near City Ends Safely

A man leaped from a moving passenger train about three miles west of the city to escape would-be robbers and murderers. He was uninjured and sheltered by a nearby farm family, while authorities pursue the assailants. Fire heavily damaged the Battle block fronts, with around 500 people and many insured. The blaze destroyed glass fronts and threatened nearby structures.

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Sporting News Few Young Stallions in America Have Been So Fortunate

An item notes that very few young stallions in the United States reach notable success and wealth, highlighting limited fortune among rising horses, breeders, and owners. It discusses selective breeding, racing prospects, and the challenges facing young equine athletes in American sport.

America

Sensational at Three in Madison Square Garden

The big New York sale at Madison Square Garden drew mixed reviews with Tholita, a 7 year old stallion bred at Palo Alto California, selling for 11 100 to ex Fire Commissioner J Searswell. The Abbot bred by Scannell remained a focal point as buyers questioned past sales and racing potential. Volatile bidding, public interest, and racing figures highlighted the event with Tholita's record speed and subsequent racing speculation driving strong attention from financiers and enthusiasts.

New York Madison Square Garden Tholita Tery J. Searswell Abbot Scanneil Hamline Minage Bousgiata St Fisnkil Ganding Idolita Ameren Alo Alto California Paris Cleynaid Palo Alto Palo Sie New Harapabillo Tol Rot Eure Thomas Wo Lawson Boraimi Hkentucky Pettier Keele Perthase Boraima Gram Arly Bente Burcima Mivch Tholti End

Fragmented Obscure Text From a historical page segment

A garbled OCR passage describes a chaotic event with scattered names and phrases. It references cycles, races, experiments, and a long list of dignitaries or attendees, but the overall meaning is unclear. The text includes mentions of Dr Wiley, a preservative, brain studies, and a publicity-like program with songs and jokes.

Washington event roasts and receptions at Gridiron club

A chaotic, fragmentary account describes a Gridiron Club gathering with Washington dignitaries, ambassadors, editors, and financial leaders attending. The dining room at the American Hotel hosted performances and elaborate arrangements, with jokes about Columbus and Spanish history and mentions of speakers and guests amid a pompous program.

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Chicago Physicians Indicted Over Cocaine Violations

A garbled report notes that Chicago doctors face grand jury action over cocaine related violations. The fragment mentions a defendant involved in alleged distribution and destruction of narcotics while facing legal consequences. No clear names, dates, or organizations are reliably recoverable from the text.

Chicago Devlare Seley Bens

Agricultural opportunities advertised in Minnesota notice

In Tillnois Minnesota a Chicago Great Western railway feature promotes agricultural employment and business openings. The ad seeks competent men with specialized expertise for local farming support and distribution roles, listing Maple Tames and Reed indicetrtni agent as contacts with St Paul and Pacifiio Railroad ticket office details.

Tillnois Minnesota Chicago Great Western Railway United States UCF UCF Dormileottaciaipg St Paul Tinton Pacifio Railroad

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