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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1903

Page

5

Rockefeller Telegrams and Senate Denials Stir Campaign Fray

Fragmentary OCR recounts alleged telegrams linked to Mr. Rockefeller and Theodore Roosevelt era figures. Senators Aldrich Hanna and Depew reportedly denied receiving messages but varied evidence suggested some deliveries. The piece notes campaign implications and confusion over authority and influence in congress.

Cimaress Oil Trust Lng Washington Fred Tate Mr. Hock Jeez Penateré Haldorm Rocket Teller Aldrich Hah Rear Spoener Hanna Depew Charavser Hockefeller

A Woman Boss Jeers and Political Debate in Press

Editorial comments attack Prat-Dispai and praise Mrs Calderteead for her outspoken stance. The piece mocks female political leadership while urging reverence for tradition and urges the party to rebuild its machines amid calls for reform and loyalty tests.

Feme Calderteead Kanens Atle Welble Jemnie Henton Fremont Bos Uroker Eatter Matt Quay Thurlow Weed Warman St. Louk Cman

Kansas and Nebraska News Roundup Amid Local Happenings

Miscellaneous notices report a weed god in Ottaws and farm scenes in Lawrence. one man died in a recent feat. Edges of epidemics touch McPherson and Labette counties with eye disease and phone installs. Prisoners in Oklahoma allegedly underpaid. baker Leavensworth plans price rise. A Concordia couple baptized through river ice. a man nearly mobbed in Kinsing. an orange branch bearer vows to move March 17. A Lyon farmer forgets his wife. marriage and funeral notes appear. Governor Stanley’s Dawes committee support and senatorial endorsements noted.

Ottaws Junge Lawrence Han Whitis Kansas Davey Commission Labette County McPherson County Concordia Ente Lyon County Imparia Sway Wellington Sinter Stanley Neems Idlane Dent Wan Dawes com_munion

Fragmented Globe Sights Piece on Watches and Social Change

The Atchison Globe highlights quirky items and social observations. It notes three watches found and another to locate, plus a mix of domestic life, moral copying, and odd anecdotes. Edward Wisbrenner of Roger City, Mich. tests tickets in a broader discussion of detection and energy topics.

Atchison Globe Atchison Frank Beaker Edward Wisbrenner Roger City Mich

Fragmented Chicago News Paraphrase On Social Talk

The writing offers pointed, quoted snippets about mind, gender roles, criticism, and youth behavior. It satirizes misdirected pride, social reputations, and parental guidance with a stream of aphoristic lines. The piece reads as a collage of opinion phrases and social observations.

Quaker Reflections in The Philadelphia Record

A fragmented column titled Quaker Reflections in the Philadelphia Record contemplates Valentine themes, social conduct, and human behavior. It touches on charity, gentility, relevant social mores, and relationships, with brief musings on courtship and propriety.

Senate Concludes Debate on Department of Commerce Bill

The Senate approved the conference report on the department of commerce after morning business. Morgan defended religious freedom and opposed Zionist and Mormon influence in politics while criticizing Colombia's religious liberty stance. Odell appeared in the House amid debates over canal construction and tariff duties as committees reported amendments to the Dingle bill.

Wasiiatan Senate Department of Commence Wii Hove Morgan Smoot Troma Colombia United States United Pittshire, Carnegie and Wemern AneRteoy St. Francie Mr. Grosvenor Domentic

Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests Formed in Topeka

A new organization named the Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests was organized to unite commercial clubs across the state. FT Le Relsing of Wichita led the effort with Duran and the secretary coordinating duties as members from about twenty five cities attended and voting elected Topeka leaders for several offices.

Tutaday Kansas Kansak Ani FT. le Relsing Wichita Crafty Duran Tie T Mie Kamar Hutchins Arkiumy City Tols Winteld Independence Wellington Dodge City Marion Frontenke Chanute Kingman Great Bend Anthony Cattegellin Pininville Blue Rapids Lyons Linden Cedarwithe Optha Beloit Sal Amd Herbert Hackinity Topeka William Greer W. J. Evans Fols Hiss Cox Collerville BP. Chabbie

Evangelist Oliver to Discuss Dancing Tonight at Tabernacle

A noisy revival night features Evangelist Oliver debating dancing and judgment. He cites Hebrews and urges repentance, warning that on judgment day the righteous and ungodly tremble. Seventeen attendees move toward the altar as Oliver leads a closing prayer and memory of moral conduct.

Evangelist Oliver Olver Cle Parkat Rome Yudembat Ain Wim Tontent W. B Oliver Way of Garten

75,000 Realty Deal Shocks City

Jefferson Schultz of Baxter Springs buys a ten story apartment house for 75000. The sale includes property near Lecuy Kan and an additional portion. Local officials note the transaction involves financing and two parties tied to a nearby school.

City Fey Jeferson Shultz Baxter Springs

Mrs Roosevelt Handkerchief Sale Sparks Dallas Controversy

In Dallas on February 11 a meeting over a handkerchief donated by Mrs Theodore Roosevelt prompted sharp feelings among prominent women. They debated selling the cotton item at a charity fair for the kindergarten, with some criticizing its taste and others defending the gift as appropriate for the fundraiser. The handkerchief may be returned to Washington after debate.

Dallas Tex Theodore Roosevelt United States Dergarten Roosevelt Artiole Wallartes W. A. Calloway Women's and Children's Department Davie Bere Greta Wr Roopevelt Mim Bourevelt Niarth Bevy Washington

Drugged and robbed in Kansas City lodging house case

A Burlington Kansas man identified as U.S. Pi foleri died in a Niniana Cen fendetreele lodging room after being drugged to enable robbers. Lauren Eaton and J. Hill, a bell boy, accompanied Zelger to the room and are implicated as suspects. The incident led to an autopsy and planned authorities’ review.

Kansas City U.s Pi Foleri Burlington Kas Nintiana Lauren Eaton J. & Hill Bell Boy Zelger Amd

Court Martial Refuses to Obey Pay Denial at Naval Trial

The court martial case involving John Smith centers on a refusal to obey a proper order from a superior officer and a claim for full pay during confinement. The Navy reverses a forty year practice by withholding the fee and specifications until after the accused is placed under arrest and the case is ready for trial.

Rami John Smith Trier Navy Department

Beef Trust Brief Before Ute Court

The principal official of Ute dtruiment faces government action over the beef printwee water case filed in the Sita circuit court. The judge is Grossenp. A decision is expected soon after arguments conclude.

Grossenp Sita Jude Grossenp

Champion’s Doctor Finds Athlete In Perfect Health

Dr Stucky examined the champion and reported every vital organ normal. Pulse steady skin clear liver normal and no signs of disease or dissipation. The athlete shows no indicators of taking a turn for the worse and remains in good health.

Lemmsvite Ruriouis J. Jeffries T. Matt Stucks Stucky Louiseitin Tesehall Actiibd Ets Gthletas Statky

Senates Busy Over Budget Shuffle At City Meeting

A muddled report notes no major action on transferring a couple hundred dollars from a rink fund to general revenues or other funds. The city council discussion centers on approval procedures and municipal budget implications.

Lake Teday

Senate debates amendment for popular vote in electing morators

The senate discussed proposed amendments to the constitution concerning election of morators by popular vote. The measure, first introduced by Senator Mydtillan and amended by Senator Blumrt, faces several new bills, including one to condemn land for water and irrigation purposes.

Senate Congress United States Mydtillan Blumrt

Death by Explosion Investigated by Coroner

Coroner Dawson examined the death of George H Rue after a massive dynamite detonation at his home. Witnesses heard the blast from miles away as timber and debris were scattered. The investigation focused on whether the explosion was an act of self harm and the exact cause remains undetermined.

Dawson George H Rue Badeo Atlee Evan

Fire devastates Bremen post office and nearby offices

A blaze destroyed the Bremen post office along with nearby businesses including Griffith and McCurdy’s. Firefighters found some contents outside town. the cause appears incendiary. Estimated losses reach about $80,000 to $87,000 with several safes damaged.

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Confers With Hanna on Senate Entreaty and Cabinet

Washington reports President Thoese Sah and Betle Frenne ArReey met with Senator Forann to discuss entertainments and possible cabinet actions. An attorney Eun Ta Bnet hinted at changes before the week ends. Signatures and formal notes remain under review as the government contemplates next steps.

Washington Thoese Sah Betle Frenne Ehoith Sinater Forann Bnet Tecunderatoon Vendre Oan Teaaty

Swindler Arrested for Embezzlement in Des Moines Case

Police arrest Jack Morgan on embezzlement charges linked to a Des Moines theft and a Guatemala instrument robbery warrant. The report notes a declared state of siege in Guatemala as of February 11 with broader turmoil across the republic.

Jark Morgan Jesse H. Smith Abel Henllerton Jack Morgan Des Moines Iowa Wousie Guatemala Berlin

Deaths and Funerals Notice From The Community

Deaths announced for Mrs. Asa Way Lomither of New Jutien Tl, Mrs. Thaman Notwend of Led Mone, John Greer Williams of Cable, and Thomas Ea. John Samuel, all with funeral details to be announced as families respond. Location listed as 221 Aims street with home address notes.

Auims Street Asaway Lomither Jutien Adack Sant Thaman Notwend

Loyal Mention and Meeting Notes at Sumner School

Community update notes a group of Sumner pupils planning a public meeting and a Republican gathering in the ward club rooms. Mention of a Christian society founder, an anniversary university event, and a fire department horse prepared for transfer to a stable.

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