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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1904

Page

3

Kansas mills reach peak output amid wheat and flour demand

The Kansas milling sector reports ground 30 million bushels in six months and seeks 10 million more for four months. Mills across the state claim 22 million bushels processed this crop year, with daily capacity around 420 minutes per barrel. Export activity and regional utilization influence future production plans as February to March assessments adjust expectations for next season.

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Police man fights smallpox scare on Seventh Street

Kansas City Kansas police report a man on Seventh Street near Minnesota last night fired a few shots at a suspected smallpox carrier. Officer W Waite of the city police said there was no danger and that the incident followed a call to headquarters. Dr Waite noted the possibility of smallpox and described the investigation as ongoing with information from local girls and witnesses.

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Hodgeman County Officials Owed County Funds

Hodgeman County ex officials and Bonde released paid shortages after an audit found county records inaccurate across several years. The report lists shortages totaling hundreds of dollars and notes faulty bookkeeping, with several offices cleared and others to be studied further. A separate Wichita item reports a broken ninth wheel at a local factory belt drive following governor related concerns.

Hodgeman County Bonde Jetmore Suis Rangsine Te Aise Keertner Rieti

Fragmented incident near a foundry and a divorce case mention

A fragmentary report describes a metalworking accident at a building site where Sevantees men worked and some pieces caused injuries. The text also references a divorce case involving a Enoch Arden and Abelaritod, with names and places muddled, including Wichita and Missouri, and mentions a western state context.

Kansas man to aid Japan in dispatch effort

A Kansas man, J. Hants Handy, former captain of Company M, Twentieth Kansas volunteers, plans to join a Missouri public service unit and aid Japan after securing a new post in Denver. He is the son of J. Hardy, once superintendent of the Missouri Pacific at St Louis, and was noted as the youngest captain in the Spanish-American War.

Sears Salien Bey Saul Abelaritod Leeveraweks Literadie Missouri Henry Garner Werner Burma Newrly Beer Dalio Kan Awart J. Hants Missouri Pueltic Raltoery Hoisington Kan Bas HitpoMiklon Rome Taplin Handy Hollington Hanly Twentieth Kasia Volunteers Philippines J. Hardy Missouri Pacific Railway St Louis

Moved Church Forty-Two Miles by Methodists

The Antioch church, once in Andale Peck Kansas, was relocated 42 miles to Fock county this week. Germans occupied the area and later moved away reducing the Methodist congregation. The entire church including steeple and windows traveled intact in eight days to its new foundation.

Fock Andale Peck Kan Hays Andale Theo County Antioch Church Andaie Pet

Prohibition Dance Fears Smallpox Outbreak in Linwood

Sherman county health officers ban a Linwood dance amid smallpox fears after a Kansas City visitor with the disease attended a prior event causing deaths. Schools closed. sheriff notified hosts to withdraw invitations and postpone the party.

Leavenwemh Kan Umwood Kanses City Kia Linwood Sherman Township Vecter Linwood Todsy

Sharkey Munroe Fight Sparks Chicago Talk

Old prize fighter Tom Sharkey is favored to beat Jack Munroe in a two round bout, with Bob Fitzsimons predicting a fast hard battle. Chicago observers note Sharkey’s past glory and Munroe’s inexperience, while expectations hinge on early aggression and Sharkey’s need to restore standing in boxing.

Chicago Bob Fitzsimons St. Louis Tair Tom Sharkey Jack Munroe Saturtey Sharkey Wiesimmons Bavig Gymnashan Munroe Jeffries Philadelphia Sharky

Bush cup and Crescent City Derby add to New Orleans meet

New Orleans racing steams up with the Bush cup at two miles and a quarter offering 1500 added, set for March 19, while the Spe handicap at six furlongs draws 108 nominations. Floral King shines in the mile handicap as the Crescent City Derby builds toward a big field, with rivals like Clangore and Morning Star in contention. Boxing in Los Angeles resumes under a Private club, with three ten round bouts and a smoker planned. Polo star Sailors fears eye injury but directs his team through a tense match. New York baseball eyes Sunday games as the Amerian League weighs potential site moves in New Jersey and Long Island.

New Orleans Crescent City Jockey Club Wsy Bon Mot Bondage Safety Light Deer Hunter McWilliams Major Mansir Siddons Ben Chance Compars Clangore Reiman Harmakis Ascension Floral King Travers John Peters Delagoa Copwomen Frank Bell Morning Star New York Burleigh Irene Lindsey Big Ben Scorpio Foxy Kane Los Angeles Brongway Club Jone Boeing

Major General James F Wade in Philippine command flare

A chaotic chronicle spans military and political notes. Major General James F Wade heads the Philippines department amid mutterings of outside interference. In Nebraska, Regents reverse campus site plans after protests. Jeffries weighs a world title clash as Sharkey and Munroe seek blocks. Cornell coach Hugh Jennings injured in a diving accident. Racing reports from Oakland and Los Angeles note tight finishes and upset contenders. In Wellington Kansas, Walter Hartlam surrenders to face theft charges, with partner Willam Austie held on mule theft.

Itching piles promise relief with Pyramid Pile Cure ad

A testimonial style ad claims severe rectal itching from piles can be cured. It cites a Massachusetts and Michigan address, naming Pyramid Pile Cure as the tested remedy. The piece urges readers to buy a box and request more information from Pyramid Pile Co.

Milbury Pearl Street Heading Mass Tom Mr. Teller Pyramid Prue Co Marshall, Mich

Water Works Plot On Bridge Sparks City Council Parley

In Topeka the council debated laying a new ten inch water main under the pavement of Kansas Avenue bridge to ease pressure for a possible steam fire engine purchase. A roll call clash over parliamentary rules unfolded, ending with a referral to committees and a tentative expert study into waterworks enlargement costs.

Roberts Rules Orier Tselt Topeka Water Company Kansas Avenue Melah Swendson Weber Howe Comellen Ryder Bereunethal Athal Mr. Weber Ryder Korea Tom Anderson Couincilman Swendson Bafind Coun Cilman Pwiveriert Wa- PS Sani Councilias Howe Bergund Pope

City Fire Engine Purchase Debate Opens

An expert from Sore City leads Waterworks weighing repairs and upgrades to ensure a steady water supply and tire protection. Councilman Swendson pushes to buy a steam engine. the fire department committee plans a full written report on up-to-date engines and ongoing costs.

Sore City Owining Operstine Swendson Fire Department Winnaeth Chet Williarth

Wellington Athletes Close Out

Wellington Kansas February two to end of the Wellington Athletic association once a leading state group all fixtures and apparatus sold at auction. Garnett Kansas March. Mexico City February three announcement of Kathleen Gibson engagement daughter of the ambassador details follow.

Wellington Kan Wellington Athletic Association Garnett Mies Dlgyton Mexico City Kathleen Ciuson Nin

Notable Belgian Minister and Duff Family Ties Described

Married Baron Moncheur, the Belgian minister in Washington, linked to Sir Mount Stewart Telphinstoo Grant Duff through Gragg Duff. Duff is a son of the noted writer and scholar renowned for Oriental studies.

Moarried Baron Moncheur Washington Gragg Duff Mount Stewart Telphinstoo Grant Duff

Pratt Event Highlights Speaker Gremary and Porter

Caterer Gremary set 20 plates and a sum reported as 004 dollars at a Pratt celebration. Speakers included Alin man of Atchison and G B Porter, presenting a brief local civic gathering segment.

Pratt

Low Rates Southwest Excursions by Santa Fe

Santa Fe offers reduced fares to the Southwest with travel dates March 1 and 15. Fares to select points include Oklahoma and Texas routes, with prices noted and limited duration before rates rise again. The notice touts health and wealth benefits and promises refunds if the trip fails to please.

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