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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1903
Page
8
An ad style note touts a catarrh cure promising rapid relief and widespread use. Promoter claims emphasize effectiveness and quick action, listing benefits and urging readers to try the remedy despite vague or uncertain details.
Miss Zenora Sim rescued a horse during a blaze at a Greenwood venue barn. Firefighters battled flames as the girl guided the animal away from the burning structure, preventing total loss of the barn and stabling.
Parents allege a routine physical exam turned invasive when officials and Dr Anna P conducted measurements on students at a high school. Descriptions indicate students were asked to remove clothing and stand while the doctor measured them, prompting pushback from families and possible damages action against the school board.
A distorted account describes Senator Teller opposing Senator Quay and the push for statehood. It notes Colorado senators, a struggle over attaching the bill to appropriations, and calls for extended sessions to force passage. The wording reflects a political clash over timeline and strategy.
Feb 2 report from Wa Keeney Kan notes Senator Burton discusses President Roosevelt’s stance on the lend office appointment amid interference claims. The tense matter centers on Atherton’s expected senate consideration with potential suspensions and the securing of approvals. City and railway references appear in the fragmentary text indicating local notices and addresses.
Promoter J W Wordwell vanished after a tinny weeks long scheme in Kansas City. He lured men with promises of work and promised steady pay, receiving from 100 to 110 dollars per case while extorting a security note. Victims were sent out of town to collect funds, and police expect a wider probe across the territory. Samuel Hayman of Morroe Kan aided the investigation. Office assets disappeared and the rightful rent remains unsettled.
Richey examines a prehistoric camp site near Bridd uncovering an arrow head quiver a bone bracing and aged tools. Finds include an old quiver hearth and a trunk with evidence of ancient activity beneath disturbed ground near Clarks onedknek Skfaily suggesting analysis by the state historical society and a local Bridger guide.
Frank C. Teigg elected president as the High School Alumni Association renews its constitution and adopts annual meetings. Miss Noble named secretary and Adbwry Miller treasurer. Larimer unable to attend due to illness. Founding, address details, and January date referenced in fragmented report.
Readings and performances noted in a hall programme with names such as Clay, Druid, Gaseet, Sealth, and Davidson. The next meeting is planned after June commencement with various attendees and a music segment foregrounded.
A chaotic scene at the state assembly erupted as lawmakers and guests staged a drunken provocative display. Officers, peppered with protests, moved in to restrain two dozen participants while jokes and impersonations fed the disruption into the early hours.
Feb 15 marks new passenger fares by Southern Pacific and Santa Fe for spring service. California routes increase with a May 15 start after planned April end, while similar adjustments are set between April 2 and May 1 for Seattle Pacific. 25 lines joined the Southern Pacific effort, forecasting about 20,000 riders. Fire destroyed car barns and shops of Eastern Ohio Traction, with $35,000 in losses, partly insured, in Des Moines a weather bulletin notes heavy cold and a late ticket office at 125 Kansas Avenue.
New York reports heavy interest from Columbia Captain Teldyard Smith, a Western native from Oregon, in arranging football games with California and Stanford during spring term. Talks with coaches at California and Stanford aim to schedule matches to test Columbia against top Western elevens.
An old advertisement promotes feeding babies with milk, condensed milk, or mixtures, and adds Scott’s Emulsion to the bottle. It claims the emulsion builds “new, firm flesh and strong life” in infants. The notice also appears to reference theater ads and various productions while urging milk use to aid weight gain.
In Son Savernes the sew sree ford hosts a dramatic evening led by Nelac Erickson, a youthful actor whose performance wins acclaim. Stockholm hosts The Base of the Weave opera with Florence Gaur praised for striking stage presence, while Tish Widos Laughiin is set to headline this year under Bellefon Rett. Feare maneuvers follow Pat Rosa’s passing, shaping local theatre discourse.
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