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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1904
Page
8
The piece explains a drastic cotton market collapse as prices plunge and cornering schemes fail. It notes losses across New York and Liverpool markets, the rise of speculation, and prominent figures like Colonel William B. Brown among traders misjudging demand and supply dynamics, signaling the end of the cotton corner era.
Toslianapelis Indiana labors community notes President Mitchell of the United Brotherhood of Antica sends condolence to Mire Hanna after Senator Harpe’s death. Mitchell praises Harpe for supporting industrial peace and trade union unity, citing decades of cooperation with employers and unions. Local Carpenters and Joiners leader William Th Tuber remarks on Harpe as a bold advocate for right over political pressure.
The account portrays Hanna as a forceful political figure whose executive ability impressed allies and opponents. It suggests strong leadership within the party, with influence over state matters and governance, highlighting a controversial wartime stance and activism amid polarized politics.
The note invites readers to view the interior of Frank Hopart’s drug store at 500 West Tenth, suggesting it stands out among local pharmacies and drawing attention to its notable storefront.
In Joldenville J T Feb 37 Louis Laolin and an 18 year old boy found 32 kilograms of gold in a sarthen oven on the farm of idreard Gilmore about 15 miles south. The boy kept the discovery secret for days then told Gilmore. Gilmore disappeared and guards say a coachman was involved in a prior train robbery. The money’s exact location remains hidden.
Chicago records another below zero reading as the season hits 17th frigid day. The thermometer dropped to 4 degrees, continuing a winter of unprecedented cold.
Committees on the proposed union of the Presbyterian and Cumberland Presbyterian churches in St Louis met separately to prepare reports. If both groups report satisfactory progress, joint assemblies at respective locations will consider the union. The effort began about a year ago with a preliminary meeting last October.
New York reports Dr Anita Newcomb Meede will lead a corps of trained nurses to Japan as hospital service for the Japanese army, joining the American hospital service project after her Spanish War work.
Fragmentary text references Frances and New Town, with garbled mentions of the Far East, a Times Patel, and a conference or campaign. No clear event, date, or identifiable organizations emerge from the legible portions.
The three masted vessel Emma Utter, reported from Gray's Harbor bound for Prandeca, struck rocks at Harclay entrance near Victoria. Captain Hurrent and five crew abandoned February 11, leaving Seaman Henry Byndall aboard. Byndall rescued by native crew members. The schooner is breaking up and totaled.
Salina Feb 1 Funeral services for Dr Carl Swensson founder and head of Bethany College will be held in Lindsborg Tuesday with Dr Novelisa of Minnesota presiding. The message from President Roosevelt expressing sympathy was received and the body will arrive in Lindsborg from Los Angeles on Friday.
Anna Shaw was chosen president of the suffrage organization, succeeding Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt. New officers include Kate M. Gorton as corresponding secretary, Miss Altec of Stone Hill, Harriet Taylor Upton as treasurer, and Portland, Oregon, named as the meeting place.
The Fourth District Republican convention at Emporis will name Miller for Congress with 115 delegates and support by figures like Clyle Miller as chairman and George Morehouse as secretary. Democratic notes in Hasell County set March 12 for county convention and draft W. A. Harris for governor.
Alten American minister at Seoul declares that Wija is open to world commerce by the Korean Government. Cripple Creek train wreck trial begins as Parker Thats Poster and W F Trevis, union leaders, face charges of conspiring to wreck the Florence and Cripple Creek railroad. A special venire of 80 jurors summoned. jury selection to continue.
There was a Republican meeting at Bellvue last night. Hi Danner is sick with pneumonia at his home 1408 Clay street. James T. Fort of Scott is in Topeka. Oysters shortage in Topeka due to Baltimore fees. Pavements slippery for horses and pedestrians. Topeka Baseball Association to meet at Commercial Club rooms. Rev B E Shawhan in Topeka to take bar exam. Hale starts giving coal to the poor. Coal demand not unusually high. Hagenbeck’s animals to exhibit at Crawford theater for four days starting Monday Feb 29 with a matinee. Char lies K Holliday to prospect for coal near Pauline. Shawnee county full of holes as a stove. Mason visiting rooms problem for grand lodge. H Katz withdraws from race for county superintendent due to typhoid fever. Hogs butchered at poor farm. 60 inmates receive ham and pork products. Republican central committee seeks bids for suppers for judges and clerks on Feb 27. Twenty Wichita Masonic home children visiting Topeka for grand lodge. Jury dismissed for eight o’clock Thursday morning. gambling case set for first week in March. Arthur Dahlene drops $15,000 suit against Moorer brothers. other suits remain. General Hugh Cameron walks from Lawrence to Topeka for temperance convention. He stops, starts a fire, boots catch, trousers damaged.
In Diakova district sixteen thousand Albanians rise against reform measures and taxes amid clashes with Ottoman troops. Rebels burn houses in Diakeva on February 13 before Turkish forces at Baba shosi are repulsed. Reinforcements rush to Dinova as frontier authorities brace for mass troop movements.
Ralston Yeast Company lost all eight machines and stock in a blaze that damaged its Parkhurst-Davis Building quarters on the fifth floor. The firm carried 1,000 in insured losses. books were in the vault uninsured. Manager L Bata vowed to reopen soon, aiming to start yeast production in about 30 days and dairy inake in ten.
Citizens who opposed buying the waterworks vow to reopen the fight. City Attorney Chas. F. Spenter says the city has taken no binding action yet and the main question remains whether to buy the plant.
A dated advertisement warns against unsafe substitutes for child health and touts Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as the reliable remedy. It claims physician endorsement, cautions about dangerous dealer substitutes, and lists prices and a trademark. The notice identifies A. C. Meyer & Co. of Baltimore, Md as the sellers.
City councilmen push for hydraulic engineer evaluation to determine plant’s post fire condition before acting. A report is expected at the next council meeting to decide on city ownership and necessary steps, following the recent blaze that underscored the plant’s critical need.
Washington reports Alden Smith recalls a conversation with Senator Hanna in which he invited Hanna to attend the July semi centennial celebration of the Republican party in Jackson Mississippi. Hanna replied he would be there if available. Smith notes Hanna’s inevitable absence from New York and reflects on a grand-daughter’s search after Thomas Wilson’s death uncovering $26,500 in bonds and a large, unknown fortune.
Streets and walks committee with county commissioners inspect West Sixth avenue corridor to finalize paving from Marrs avenue toward the city limits. Project requires quarrying stone, relocation of a crossher, and a long sidewalk upgrade funded by city 40 county 9 and property owners 1.
Topeka firemen finally got a full night’s rest following four days on duty battling a Saturday fire. Smoke and dust hurt eyes, several exposed to overwork, and some men were ill. Sewer drainage reduced basement flooding and the last water streams were shut off by Chief Wilmarth. Debris removal and insurance inspections will guide the remaining extinguishing work, with building owners warned to monitor walls.
An ad-like note promotes Ayers Pills with guidance to keep them on hand for bilious feelings and to take one when needed. It claims the remedy acts directly on the liver and mentions the product name repeatedly. The text reflects a historical medicinal advertising style.
Plans for the Fut Rught ree fue bridge show a foot road with 6 to 12 foot lanes on each side, built on Kinch. The estimated cost and completion timeline were discussed at the council meeting. Citizens face paying half the cost, with residents urged to vote on the project.
Fire reports from New York, Berlin Ontario and Minneapolis describe businesses hit by flames. Herbert's restaurant on Turk Place burned with damages around 100000. Berlin Boot Company factory and other factories suffered total losses estimated at 150000. An Exchange building in Minneapolis reported major fire damage as well.
Tickets are on sale during March and April for travel on the Vin Santa Fe service. The rate applies to intermediate paints and is valid in tourist and free chair cars with liberal stops.
Train ticket offer lists $25.00 to California $22.50 to Oregon and Washington $20.00 to Montana and Utah via Rock Island system. Tickets on sale March 1 to April 3. Good in tourist sleepers and reclining chair cars with liberal stopover privileges. Contact local Rock Island agents or write to Topeka office at 354 Topeka.
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