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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1903
Page
9
fragmented OCR notes describe a state bill concerning fair funding and appointments. references to a state treasurer and a planned permanent site location suggest legislative action on public funds and authority. mentions group opposition and the need for committee or board involvement, with unclear dates.
A fragmented item reports on a local money transfer involving Mrs Waugh and the Holme trust, detailing misapplied funds, court action, and attempts to resolve debts. It notes a $40 base amount, a $120 additional charge for letters, and a review by a county board, with committees weighing remedy and potential fines.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a local bill loss and a disputed tally. It mentions Branden, Taylor, Wallen, and Bowman among names linked to a quorum or voting process. The text references a county, an uptempo musical or dramatic scene, and an unspecified milmarity report.
An unclear OCR passage describes a wedding guest scene with scattered names and odd phrases, mentioning a hospital, a city and multiple cryptic actions. The text lacks coherent facts, dates, or identifiable subjects beyond vague references to people and places.
A garbled OCR passage references a state event and possible names but lacks clear facts. The text shows partial phrases about a meeting or official action with uncertain references to people and places. The readable content is insufficient for a specific summary.
The passage describes an endowment related to the Howict Memorial and a university or organization labeled Cons Ue. It notes an amount around 50 and mentions a 2 year term, with references to specific names or affiliates and a commitment to commemorate the memorial through an endowed fund.
The St Louis Business Men's League launches a campaign to secure the Republican National Convention for 20 the Year. Messages were sent to members urging a strong reply to the party leaders and to push for Washington to support the bid. Delegates are planned to meet in St Louis with hopes the convention will be held there that year.
A tragic incident reports a kitten crawling onto a baby's face and stopping breathing. Mrs Sibler, age unknown, was asleep nearby when the kitten allegedly pressed on the child leading to the infant's death. Police will investigate the bizarre death as a domestic accident.
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of Conrad N Jonian with references to Heer York and a period of illness. Mentions a person named ME Jordan and a rally after a test severity attack. Details are garbled and date/location are unreadable.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a 19th century tale about a man revived or aided by Postum drinks and a moral on health. The text references mayors, places like Battle Creek, and figures discussing restorative impact and dieting.
A busy social week unfolds with a dinner party honoring Mire J C McClintock’s birthday, a Western Society meeting this afternoon with Mrs Forbes, and Mrs J McClintock presenting a program titled A Little Lesson in Beelin. C D Skinner hosts a gathering next Monday after Beares. a Throop reception tonight for visiting women precedes the Rhinners banquet. the Sons of the American Revolution celebrate Washington’s birthday at the Sint venue.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous guests including Mabel Watts, Cora Stevens, Maggie Campbell, Gertrude Magnum, Andrey Distrow, Rene Williams, Arthur, Curt Rhodes, Heiner Snook, Edgar Brith, Cates Wargen, Fred Gadex, and Harry Roth in a social event.
In Hartsburg Pennsylvania on February 27 a resolution was offered opposing Senator Smoot of Utah and protesting the petition for his seat. It denounces the Mormon church practice as illegal and a disgrace to civilization and calls for representatives of Pennsylvania to join in an earnest protest to the U S Senate and to refer the matter to the federal relations committee.
A long unedited column of personal mentions lists social calls, visits, and arrivals across cities including Lawrence and Topeka. Items include sisters attending events, musicians and readings, guests at various homes, travel notices, and upcoming visits. Names such as Harrison, Harvey Wier, and Marie Darlowh appear among many others.
Jas Weaver, manager of the Plativess, bought a baby lion from the Jvrrar Zoo for 250 dollars. The lion will be delivered to him to entertain friends with animals and trained ape tricks. Weaver hopes to host gatherings featuring the trained lion and other animals at his private parlor barn and nearby properties starting February 25, with auctions and sales advertised by AL'SAHE, Auctioneer.
Bas Ne Authority complains about a water insurance department’s action and contends it lacks authority to transact business in Kansas. Post No. 7 members are to meet at a veteran’s hall after a county event with attendees including P. F. Byars and EO. W. Weed as officials.
Jefferson Clix Missouri reports indignation as the House resolves to denounce the action of the national House for unseating Janes G Hutler of Bt Louis. A motion by Omirke Dartieetship was defeated with a 49 to 1 vote in a tense session.
A garbled report describes a protest against a South Lewis Morrison production titled Runet with the fiery Brocker 1 scene. Includes hostile comments toward a colored neighborhood, a billboard warning about the Devil, and a confrontation involving a black boy in a hotel. Police or officials are not clearly identified, but the account portrays social tension and problematic public performances.
A Harper's Bazaar style discussion from a periodical suggests that an older, well bred woman, lacking business skill, can mentor younger women through daily companionship. The piece extols refinement, listening, and etiquette as practical education, arguing good breeding offers social resilience in a fast moving Civilisation.
German lace manufacturers met with Commissioner Lewald of Saxony to discuss a splendid exhibit at St Louis. The lace industry seeks to capitalize on American orders and reduce costs, signaling strong German Industrial art interest in the fair. Mabini takes oath aboard the transport Thaman after surrender on Guam. Col Rives, Panama Canal figure, dies at Critic Hill home in Albemarle.
Historical theme pieces and a comic farce promise lively nights at the New Crawford theatre. Stonewall Jackaun and the White Stage revival draw crowds while famed conductor Creatore, recently in Pittsburgh and New York, is slated for a March concert. Ingalls accepts Cincinnati Democratic mayoral nomination amid fusion talk and party tension.
The article notes structural markers along Fort Tenth Wayne and Wabash bridges in Pittsburgh. It mentions a violation by the American Bridge Company and cites funds and dates connected to the project. Local authorities plan continued work on the Fort Tenth Wayne bridge and related infrastructure, with emphasis on safety and compliance.
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