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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1904

Page

2

Local Social Notes and Guests Across Town

Mrs Adriga J Greene hosts afternoon at Avenue Western today for Mrs William Eugene Stanley of Wick Kaee and invites neighbors including Mrs Willie Heim Gkee and Mrs James Kellam. A gathering marks the eve of a party with Miss Gussie Fuller entertaining Monday at New York City. The social page lists club meetings, visitors from St Louis and Kansas City, and plans for travel to Mexico and Europe.

Adriga J. Greene William Eugene Stanley Wiek- Kae Willie J. Heim Gkeeeem James Wii Raz Sioutan Albirigh Ste T Polvek Henry FF. Mason Rouseeau A. Eaten Stra Linda Bro AL Claek Thomas E. “Kelty Ee Garevey Ettee Hele Uta Steverson Teron Charlon L. Stiortava Jonuull William Eugene Stantes Crerloé le Wood Quinton Herbert L. Arti Kesinas City Magiah W. T. Allen Richmond Ind Alstes A.W. Laci Fyne P. MacLennan Charles Oklahoma City Post Nation Kansas W. J. Enntoran George Shyder New York W L. Taylor Mexico Europe Kurts Kellar Kansas City Lane R. A. Burch William F. Gowen Lawrence Janet Wheeler John Fielshman John Fieshman Beloit Visig John Worley Monroe Bite A. Harshbarger Fotlowelns Cubitas Mien Einer Mie Anke Vine Sherman Vera Otto Jen Adama Sperry Marie Glover Gladys Deusherty Georg Spencer Frank Harshbarger Mita Lorraine Warren Viatting St. Louie Poplar Bluffs Wil

Priest Deported From Ellis Island After Nine Years in U S

New York on February 21 Pathor Noel Demorest a French priest who spent nine years in the United States as a missionary among New Mexico Indians was denied landing at Ellis Island. He arrived on a Touraine voyage and claims he sought naturalization under the Ruseneved act, but lacked proper papers. The case hinges on noncompliance with required documentation and interpretation of citizenship status.

New York Noel Demorest Filia Island New Mexico America France Touraine Demorest

Depression and unrest roil Wall Street outlook

New York records ongoing depressions in Wall Street amid mixed signals of oversell and market caution. War fears and grain freight costs ripple through the finance scene with concerns over oil miners strikes and rail warnings. Analysts note falling bank clearings and the northern securities merger case as factors sustaining investor anxiety.

Wall Street New York Northern Securities Sen

Train fares to western states via Rock Island system

Fares listed include 9 25 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 20 Good in tourist sleepers and reclining cars Liberal stopover privileges Full information from Rock Island agents or write A M Fugler Topeka Kan The International Railroad union will host its first annual ball on Wednesday evening March 3 at Hudson's

Oregon Washington Montana Utah Hock Island A.M. Fugler PL & T A. Roth P Phosos Topeka Kan International Hudson's

Rich Miser Dies Lived In Dugout Near Silver Lake

William Perry a 70 year old recluse known as the Island’s old man died of pneumonia at the Silver Lake hotel after living in a dugout he built on the River Kaw island. Executor T J Coughlin of Topeka appointed. Perry left an estimated fortune of about 50000 dollars with bank deposits found at his dugout. He owned about 700 acres of river bottom land. his passing ends a life of frugal, solitary living, and a nephew Frank Perry of Topeka may manage the estate.

Willam Perry Silver Lake England Ubon Perry Topeka T. J. Coughlin Frank Perry H Ie New York New York State Hephew Bean Kaw Silver Take

L. B. Gordon 18 Dead and Inmate Insanity Trial

L B Gordon 18 died at Bedwell's asylum after hospital transfer following probate court findings. Father of V B Kistler from North Topeka, 31, previously tried for insanity defense. found not insane, then deemed violently insane and committed. Funeral at Pritmy. Wrightington Named Harvard Captain for 1896 season, seen as improving team under his leadership.

Lewis E. Gerson Bedwell Topeka Gordon V. B Kistler North Topeka Ick Keith Bedwell's

Parry Strike Shuts Factory Amid Wage Cuts

Parry Manufacturing in Indianapolis employs seventy five cratera and hangers who have struck over wage reductions. Four D. M. Parry, president of two national associations, notes the walkout follows cut from 73 to 81 cents per piece since October, with a further two cent cut proposed. Non union workers were paid off and discharged. Also: Burlington star basketball talent in Iowa may join major league play before season end.

Parry Indianapolls Parry Manufacturing Company M. Parry National Manufacturing Association National Industrial Association

Fragmentary note hints at a runaway incident and danger

Fragmentary OCR mentions a runaway and fear of harm near Arnold Drug Co. unclear details follow. No clear names, places, or outcomes beyond danger implied and a reference to Arnold.

Uckien Arnold

Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People Endorsement

A testimonial praises Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as a rapid cure for rheumatism and other ailments. Mrs Margaret Gants of Burlington Iowa recounts relief after taking one box, noting regained mobility and lasting improvement. The ad claims wide range of conditions cured and directs purchase through druggists or the Dr Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady.

Williams Margaret Gants Bodemay Street Burlington Iowa Dr. Williams Sid Rie Schenectagy

March Weather Report From 16 Years Of Data

Director Jennings of the government weather bureau summarizes March weather over 16 years, noting averages, extremes, frost dates, precipitation totals, and cloud and wind patterns. The 1903 March averaged 24.6 degrees with 2.96 inches of rain and highs to 91 degrees, plus frost and snowfall records.

Jennings Government Weather Bureau

Will Divides 3 000 000 In Chicago Real Estate

The will of the late Frederick J Otis filed in probate court divests a vast Chicago real estate estate valued at more than 3 million dollars The widow Mrs Emeline Otis and sons Charles T Otis Lucian J Otis and several relatives are named as beneficiaries including Margaret E Otis Winifred Otis Hine and Grace R Ott Nine Bullseyes Manila Feb 27 The Wisconsin battleship sets a mark nine hits in ten shots Ill conduct on paymaster Moree over commissary irregularities to go to court

Chicago Fen Frederick J. Otis Mra Emeline Otis Charles T Lucian J. Otis Adolan M. Dering Margaret E. Otis Winifred Otis Hine Grace R. Ott Mads Manila Wisconsin Paymaster Moree

Whisky led to murder near Sand Coulee in Montana

Helens Montana February 27 In the presence of several witnesses George H Lobike who was captured at Grand Forks recently confessed to the murder of George Sedlack near Sand Coulee on Thursday of last week Lobike claims the name is George Wada He says he killed Sedlack over a quarrel sparked by a bottle of whisky.

Helens Mont George H. Lobike Grand Forks George Sedlack Sand Cowloe Thursby Lobike George Wada Sddlack

Senate backs $2,000,000 post office site bill in NYC

Washington February 21 the senate committee on public buildings and grounds ordered a favorable report on the bill appropriating 2,000,000 dollars for a post office site in New York City in connection with the Pennsylvania Railroad station.

Washington Senate New York City

Santa Fe Low Round Trip Rates Southwest March Excursions

The Santa Fe announces unusually low excursion fares to the Southwest with round trips to Oklahoma and Texas points posted for March 1 and 15. Fares show broad territorial coverage with samples like $6.59 to Oklahoma City and Shawnee, one way and return options to many Texas and Gulf ports. The offer aims to attract health and pleasure travelers to the region before fares rise after the promotion ends.

Santa Fe Oklahoma Texas Valley Oklahoma City Shawnee Galveston Otter i Tesas Ona Way Deraing United State

Taunton Trust Hit By Possible Receiver Appointment

Taunton Safe Deposit & Trust faces action as state officials seek a receiver amid a pending injunction in the supreme court. The company, said to be in distress from weak assets, plans to pay depositors in full, with $800000 in loans and $200600 in capital stock. President Tempio indicated he would not oppose the receiver petition when heard.

Taunton Mass Doorm Aha Taunton Safe Deposit & Trust Aner Supreme Goat Ak Boston Montay Piney Edward Ple Wabi Preetient Tempio Supreme Court

North Topeka social and transit notes mix with church events

In North Topeka a flurry of social happenings fills the week from a dance at the Barrett block to lectures at Asbury M. E. and Central Avenue Christian Church. Members of Golden Rule lodge plan a funeral service, while the Duplicate Whist Club and local families attend gatherings and a child is mourned after a train accident near Rock Island.

Einball Buiating Company Sil NorthLago Tetax Peallgtings Asia Nicholson Harte Elmont Waa Bred Barthh Downs Waa North Side Jackson Street Kansas City Mia Mark Putnam George Saunders Ilean Taam Spcquarien Laiheena Seeheater George Crouch East Laurent Street Council No. 4 K. and I. of Barrett Block Claud Doane Junction City Fred Doane KK Heinzman Asbury M. HB Church of the Good Shepherd Canon Burke EF. N. Bentley Lawrence Kansas Central Avenue Golden Rule Lodge North Kansas Avenue Pua Samuel G. Parkhurst H. G. Miller W. BM H. L. Sherburne Lownites Southwest L. A. Tigh Dorothy Curtis Whittmant Miss Curtis V. Kistler Whittman Earl Graham Harry Jameson HF. Guthrie D. Wolf Misa Martha Kimball Jarne Schaeffer Jacob Schaeffer Torpeka Avenue Rock Island Great School Rock A. Faulk East Gordon Street Mr. Faulk Finnch and Stock Exchange Geo. Stratemeyer Ira Dowler Miller Steele McMillen Esther Bonawitz Gladys Miller Bonawitz Rollie Ir Topeka Church of Christ J.T. Purvis Purvis Buring Ta Christian Church Garden Street

California fare notices and travel details for March and April

A partial travel notice describes a 225.00 rate via Santa Fe with tickets in salon service during March and April, applying to intermediate points. It mentions free chair car service, liberal stopover privilege, and information for travelers, with references to L Ring and J oP. The State Journal is noted as the source.

Santa Fe Sala L. Ring J Op T A

Eugenie's Jewels and the Empresss Market Quest

Fragmented account recalls Eugenie selling jewels to aid a fallen dynasty. An Englishman travels India by road, rail, and river to secretly broker a sale of priceless items. Despite danger and secrecy, jewels find a buyer among a distressed ruler, ending a perilous quest amid era tensions.

Eugenie Europe Sedan An Eglishman Bombay Amon India

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