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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1904
Page
5
The Topeka State Journal quotes Telegraph and Associated Press dispatches noting Russia’s timing, Sen Morgan’s Panamas Canal stance, and Japan’s Yalu River move. It also discusses Utahs—actually Kansas board of health ratios, the New York road organizer’s plan, and tariff implications for Canadian wood pulp and American paper industry.
A clipped editorial warns that a publishing trust controls wood pulp costs and paper prices, threatening cheap newspapers. It claims millions rely on affordable papers and warns of forest destruction and widespread financial strain if the predatory combine continues.
Paul Morton's warning about greed in railroads argues one syndicate could control the system, threatening national vitality. He cites stock and bond practices that inflate capital costs and notes a public move toward government ownership as corporate strategies may push toward consolidation and popular pressure.
A garbled Meade area item list mentions a White man with a moustache, Parsons burning, and residents withdrawing from paper. It notes Hutchinson organizing a school for “green ones” and Meade’s first bath in weeks. Several scattered fragments reference Missouri nuts, Detroit sales, Chanute AP service, and various odd local anecdotes.
A fragmentary Globe Sights column prints quirky musings on behavior fashions and town life. It touches on women marriage widows card parties and social calls with a hinted satire on public mores and gender roles.
A local health note describes tiredness as a sign of blood deficiency and links pimples and eruptions to impurity in the blood. The piece suggests the condition is a warning for those who neglect proper care.
An old newspaper snippet touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills. It claims blood cleansing, improved complexion, better sleep, and restoration of energy after use. A testimonial from Mine Mor in Gilead County asserts cures for wounds and fever.
The passage discusses household roles and social gatherings with a focus on preparations for guests. It notes the tension between male and female responsibilities, suggesting refreshments as a cue to begin the pleasure of entertaining.
A garbled paragraph of observation on temper, aging, and social conduct mentions women losing temper, men’s pursuits, dreamers at rest, and love ending with engagements. The text suggests social targets and reactions, but presents incomplete and unclear details from an old era.
A humorous moral sketch debates romance and jealousy as a bachelor contemplates a woman’s fears, social limits, and the shifting knowledge gained from marriage. The piece explores gender dynamics, attraction, and domestic roles in a satirical tone.
Mayor Berguedthal calls a special city council session to decide if the water company may lay a 10 inch main under Melan bridge pavement. The meeting will also review broader waterworks questions as preparations proceed and a permit has been issued for the crossing.
City engineer King tested the new street railway bridge by transit and level, deeming it safe for traffic. Loaded and unloaded tests showed close readings and a recommendation to suspend use during very high water or ice, pending reinspection by city authorities.
Local Salvation Army officers announce a special meeting of the arms at their Kann avenue location Friday evening conducted by Star Captain Harris from Kansas City. A. Jensen of Western avenue, formerly with Continental Creamery and Jensen Manufacturing, prepares to leave for California. Philip Sprague, city hall janitor, recently at Keith hospital after an operation, is recovering well and progress expected.
The death notices record several local passings including a 12% Quincy street resident Ernest Mueller family, a 18 year old Finkie Dattersin of northeast of Tooke, a 60 year old Jobo Rook at Poonka site, a 65 year old Jaroh M Price of Mt East Eleventh Street, and Mrs Martha Sage Nellia whose funeral was at Grace Cathedral. Graves and burials were in Topeka cemetery. services conducted by Dean Kaye with cathedral choir present.
Rates list shows 325.00 to California and 22.50 to Oregon and Washington with 20.00 to Montane and Wtuk. Mentions Rocke Inland system and “Tlaketa on ZR Mitren tte Age” with garbled text. References to agents and puller contact numbers and phones for C P T and related offices.
In Leavenworth Kansas on February 21 electric car officials were arrested after complaints of filthy and unwholesome cars. Superintendent and manager were released on recognizance to appear in police court today. The arrests followed alleged violations of ordinance 1369 section 7 and relate to the KC L company franchise operating on Ottawa and North Fifth streets.
Rumors say J G Slonecker plans a ticket with Clark A Smith of Cawker to appear on the same ballot for the supreme bench. Slonecker eyes Justice Cunningham's six year seat while Smith controls Shawnee county influence and hopes for a backers’ deal with other delegations.
Sailor Jean Kroth known as Sailor Jean, or Sailor Iwan, is traveling on foot to every state capital in the United States. He aims to cover 22,000 miles in about eighteen months to raise funds, carrying supplies in a wheeled contraption called a trofloyette. He started in Augusta Maine and plans to end in Boston Massachusetts, aided by a benefactor, with hopes of earning 4000 dollars if successful. He has faced delays, injuries, and risks, but remains determined and writes about his adventures for a future book.
President Roosevelt signed the ratifications to be exchanged with Panama on the Isthmian canal treaty. Exchanges will occur at the state department with Secretary Hay and Panama’s minister. The president does not sign the treaty personally. a proclamation will announce its conclusion and effect. Senator Kittridge witnessed the ratifications and the president’s signature.
Washington reports a tense discussion between Senator Scott and the president on Republican leadership. Names floated include Murray Crane Henry Payne Roles Penrose senior Scott and Gen Charles Dick. Crane, a Roosevelt adviser, is seen as a potential campaign figure though wary of the chairmanship’s heavy duties.
San Diego reports a butter sample from 1858 found by hunters on an old Nebraskan farm. The jar crumbled to dust when unearthed, but its butter remained intact with original color and texture. A piece was sent to Mrs. Decatur. the remainder to a cold storage for exhibition consideration.
An Oakland measles outbreak prompts talk of temporary school closure as eight percent of pupils are absent, with quarantines lax and only five of seven rooms still in session. Principal Prof. Carter campaigns for county superintendent while Topeka health officials oversee the epidemic.
A Boise court reports Susie Doe following a wet toe incident as trial moves next Tuesday. Doe has been convicted in two counts and is serving a jail sentence. Saye Aan continues serving a 30 year term as a separate matter, with a fine of ten thousand dollars and costs to be considered.
Litigation in district court centers on the Hughes estate and widow Rebecca G Hughes. Guardianship and unsound mind rulings affect transfers to children and grandchildren. Several suits seek to recover real estate given by Hughes and his wife, with claims that Hughes acted as her agent or that the property belonged to her estate.
President Roosevelt has nearly completed the Isthmian canal commission staffing. C Ewald Gransky of San Francisco is expected to accept after being offered the post, with Senator Perkins affirming his likely confirmation. Benjamin M. Feared of New Orleans is favored as the seventh member. Compensation remains undecided, but pay is set to be substantial. The president plans to send the appointments to the Senate soon.
A local seller invites customers to visit in person to inspect quality and prices. Advertised items include pickled peaches, rhubarb, Kraut, hominy, various preserves, beans, rice, rice and meat specials, and other staples with prices highlighted to entice Sunday shoppers. Emphasizes Heine's goods and fresh meats.
Fire Marshal Wilmarth received a request from Chief Musham of the Chicago fire department to report to the Underwriters Laboratories on the Topeka storage incident. About 13 tons of fixed ammunition were destroyed in the Parkhurst-Davis building, with 375 cases on the third tier near the southeast corner. The Chicago authorities seek data on effects on firemen, dangerous fragments, shell velocity, simultaneity or progression of the explosion, and nearby fire behavior. Chief Musham is compiling statistics for insurance risk assessment.
A. S. Jennings, longtime auditor for the Santa Fe coast operations, died in Los Fe after suffering from lung trouble. News reached the Santa Fe general office this morning. The death, following a period of illness, was anticipated. Also noted is the passing of Prof. W. B. Morgan of Richmond, dated February 24.
Obituary notes the death of a leading Quaker educator in Lowell who was prominent in the movement for non-education within Quaker circles. The notice highlights his long association with reform and public influence in education.
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