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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1904
Page
3
Winfield Kansas reports a doctored gas well fraud using calcium carbide to produce fake gas. The scheme allegedly involved barrels of chemical to fool experts, with local officials uncovering inconsistencies and questioning the provenance and timing of the alleged stunt.
Readable fragments reveal a speaker describing a lack of religious experience and enthusiasm, contrasting with a sense of renewed energy. The text notes fatigue of work, a desire to act, and anticipation that others may understand and value the shift amid uncertainty and personal leaps.
Wichite Kansas man Wichite II Ralph Rain shot and fled. He was acquitted on a charge related to the incident. He was arrested Friday after a disturbance and threats to shoot his wife and others in a hotel. He was released to seek hospital care due to injuries and advised by a physician. He remains in custody on charges including resisting arrest drunkenness carrying a weapon and disturbing the peace.
A Topeka asylum escapee from Valverde township in Wellington Kansas, George Miller, becomes violent again after twice escaping. He was recaptured after a struggle requiring four officers to control him and may be returned to the asylum.
Free Methodist preacher C Hy of Leavenworth station became insane Monday night endangering neighbors with a gun. He was captured Tuesday afternoon near his farm north of town and taken to Winfield for trial. Probate suggests his wife's death as motive. James Tourney, longtime resident near Lowemont, died at his home. He leaves a wife and several children. Funeral plans were set for Wednesday. Rural Free Delivery routes listed for Kanexe Barnes and Roan Berend in Washington County.
A garbled 19th century newspaper fragment recounts a printer's life, a failed sale of the Herald, and a late night turning to tragedy. It mentions a Missouri incident, a train fatality, and local bond votes in Hottenwood Falls. The text is severely corrupted but preserves key names, places, and events.
A woman in Bethanan Texas attempting to switch from one railroad coach to another is struck between platforms and wheels. She cannot recover from injuries and dies.
Salina police search for M. B. Galloway accused of taking his own child from Mrs. Galloway who, with the boy, had been staying at C. Martin's home. Galloway vanished Tuesday while Mr. Martin was away. every outbound train checked, no trace found. Mrs. Galloway has filed a habeas corpus writ and seeks legal action if found.
Kinney Kas Feb 17 election voting two thousand dollars in bonds per mile to aid the Wirhlts Arkansas Valley Denver railroad company was denied in all townships from here to the county east line. The tally will total about thirty thousand dollars with most right of way pledged from here to the county seat. Patents issued Kansans Washington Feb 17 include Imlah D Cheitton Graves belt guide Warren K Dodge Manhattan electric switch and others. New mutual telephone companies sweeping central Kansas farmers lead revival among River Brethren communities ten miles south of Alvor with over one hundred conversions reported this week led by revivalists from Oklahoma and Iowa.
Mrs Swain died in Wichita Kansas as a kerosene can explosion while starting a fire. Burning kerosene spread over her and the kitchen. C Johnson a Kansas settler and Miami County resident died from a fall from a hay loft on his farm near Paola.
In Des Moines teachers were ordered to wear short skirts, as the school board denounced skirts that expose ankles. The motion reflects concerns over dust and floor damage from long or revealing attire, with officials saying the style is unhealthy for the school environment.
Joseph Salomonson advocates a 400 year life through a strict regimen centered on Wagner works, vegan diet, no salt or water, barefoot sleep on the ground, and austere robes. He claims the plan is viable though not yet tested. A Belgian visitor aboard the Haverford visits a New Jersey sanitarium to explore Salomonson’s method.
Miss Ethel Shaw of Albany was walking when a man snatched her reticule. The pursuers doggedly chased, corners were closed, and the thief surrendered. The suspect turned out to be an ex convict.
A Beaton collie on a rural Indiana mail route becomes a daily watcher for John Kanrut, a rural carrier. The dog began the task a week ago, meeting Kanrut each day on the route four miles from Milton, as the postal practice gains local attention.
James J Corbett declares retirement from boxing for two years to focus on theater and vaudeville unless a $10000 IM purse is guaranteed. He cites lack of money in a Fitzsimmons rematch despite earlier $62000 and $50000 house figures amid planning for June rehearsals. A middeweight title bout between Tommy Ryan and Philadelphia Jack OBrien is arranged for Memorial Day with Ryan accepting 65 percent of gross receipts. Brien also seeks a 20 round bout, aiming to meet Ryan in the same arena.
Frank De Hass Robison, owner of the St Louis Cardinals, advocates limiting roster size to two to two dozen players for the upcoming season. He mentions Texas training trips, selecting regulars, and a strong pitching trio with Taylor, Nichols, and Corbett. Beckley at first, Ferrell at second, Brain and Burke at others, with solid catching prospects and a hopeful season.
Paris letter from DeVercourt Vernon reports Manrick Vignaux and George Button training hard for the world billiards championship match in Paris. The event set for Friday March 4 in New York customs? The piece notes rising interest, claims Vignes shown strong form with a close win over Vignaux in recent practice, and outlines shifting contenders as Button and Vig snaux prepare for a potential Paris showdown if a prior champion loses.
Cincinnati, February 11. Talks are active to obtain Joe Kelley for Mitchell Woodruff of the Indianapolis team. Woodrumt is a versatile infielder and catcher with power, valued by the Reds as a potential addition to a strong lineup. Ownership in Indianapolis questions resale, but Cincinnati contemplates a possible purchase through White Sox owner Sellworth.
The player known as Soureо seeks a National league chance after strong work with the Red Barnstormers. He awaits a potential contract from Moot and is suggested for consideration by Iselley, with talks not yet finalized and a blank contract expected soon.
Glasco Kansas February 17 The Glasco team outplayed Bethany Swedes in a hard fast game scoring 39 to 24 in the second half after leading 24 to 6 at the break. Swedes displayed strong shooting but Glasco dominated with quick passing and defense.
In New Orleans on February 17 a surprise defeat shook Derby prospects as Floral King fell to Gravins land Irene Lindsey Wwerg on a fast track. Weather clear and racing conditions noted amid the upset results.
In The Colony near Harlan Tennessee on February 17 a German Catholic wedding of Frank Hodapp and Misa Mary Rose man drew a large crowd. The ceremony was at St Boniface church at morning and a lavish reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home with about 300 guests. A vast dancing hall was improvised in a barn and the celebration lasted late into the night as guests enjoyed many gifts and German customs.
Frank C. Bostock has purchased the Paris hippodrome for 2,004,000 dollars. The 12,000 seating capacity venue becomes his base, with Bostock praising Paris as the greatest amusement city. The English born animal trainer rose from traveling tents to fame at the Chicago World’s Fair.
On March 1 and March 2 Frisco system will sell one way tickets from Kansas City at 5.00 and round trip 15.00 to all Texas points east of Amerika Quanah Vernon Ft Worth Brownwood Brady San Angelo Waco San Antonio Houston Galveston Fort Christ and Rockport. Call nearest agent or write J C Lovri en Austin Gen l Pass r Agent Kansas City Mo.
New York report describes Mrs Oliva Nelson of 128 Binet Ninth Street undermined by eight weeks of watching her husband with pneumonia. She grew delirious from joy when he improved, believing he wished to kill her, smashing crockery and attacking him and her daughter until she was restrained and sent to Bellevue Hospital. The Balkans news from Vienna notes rising unease as rumors of mobilization fail to reassure the public and fear Turkey may draw Bulgaria into conflict.
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