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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1903
Page
11
An old confession narrative lists numerous names and events in a fragmented style. It mentions a figure labeled A. Wotaurk and others, with references to court, penitentiary, and a vote context. The readable parts suggest a sensational crime tale with multiple persons named across a convoluted passage.
Fragmented OCR text references Mit Burke and a dilemma tied to wartime procedure. Mentions Olver J. Mookourts ey and names like Parris CW Aat, Grew, and Merrint Book. Ambiguous passages suggest a local notice or serialized item with scattered proper nouns and dates, lacking clear event or outcome details.
A fragmentary note describes a plan or event at Morgan's New Library with unclear details. The text references a discussion about materials and a possible meeting or project involving local figures and a maritime or sea theme. The garbled content lacks coherent facts to specify dates people or places.
The passage argues that all humors injure the body like the liver and other organs cannot cope alone. It says such an occupation unsettles the system and triggers cravings, tremors, indigestion, dull headaches, and various troubles caused by them.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as remedies that remove humors strengthen and invigorate the system. A testimonial claims salt rheum on the hands vanished after using the product, asserting sores disappeared and health improved.
A large Stewart reception planned for Wednesday March 4 in Toowar. The event, led by Thomas J. Stewart, gathers 20 party members and officials from multiple regions to discuss arrangements for the upcoming national assembly. Attendees include military and civic figures, with aims to honor a prominent science leader and showcase local hospitality.
A garbled, era text fragment references a coal famine inquiry and railroad involvement. It mentions political figures Seaton and Tally, a wartime context, and claims about evidence or testimony. The exact events, dates, and entities remain unclear due to damaged OCR.
First Report church at Ninth and durkean notes Sunday school and communion service with evening offerings. Second Church of Cater at Ninth street lists Sunday worship and Bible reading sessions. First Gaited Pabbbyterne church at Eighth and Topeka records morning preaching and evening lectures. Christian Endeavor and Orin Brotherhood events noted with service plans. Additional churches referenced on page 5.
National League brass announced today that the league would convene to discuss the upcoming season. The meeting is set for noon on Wednesday with attendance expected from club officials and league executives.
Reports from Indianapolis detail the Knapp murder case as state authorities prepare for a possible confession and trial. Witnesses, medical experts, and police aim to establish links to additional crimes while the suspect faces potential exposure in Cincinnati or Indianapolis.
A fragment describes patent medicines and cures for female illnesses, praising courage and remedies while mentioning Dr. Tierce and a Mrs Bryant. It notes trials and endorsements, with references to Paulitay and Pierce's Medical Adviser offer, and includes an address in Suffolk.
Weather and snow impact hit stock numbers hard in western ranges. Indications point to heavy losses as ground remains covered, with stock depots and feeders strained. Local reports note scarce feed and increased risks for ranchers as conditions persist.
A report for the State Journal outlines Senator Fret Dumont Smith's statement arguing the tax amendment would alter mortgage exemption rules. The piece analyzes effects on interest, bonds, and municipal financing amid calls for equity and risk shifts, noting lender and borrower dynamics.
Fragmentary text from a Washington dated item mentions February and references to a Netherlands event, a prime minister Bowen, and a president. The readable lines are disjointed and do not establish a coherent event, date, location, or clear participants.
In Washington the House reconvened at 11 o clock to consider bills on fortifications and the Alaska finance measure. Debate centered on a potential quorum and the need to unseat a Democrat as speakers urged orderly proceedings and adherence to procedure amid party tensions.
At a June night board meeting the health board ordered all sanitary police to clean the city alleys and wards by April, with pay docked if not completed. Officers must report progress and notify owners of required improvements, while the pest house care remains tied to council actions. The city physician is paid to stay at the pest house and do nothing.
Cleveland Leader notes observers across authority levels report American women showing greater height and vigor than men in many cases. The article discusses environmental effects, heredity, and habit shaping physical differences, noting mothers often taller and stronger while fathers’ stature lags, a trend seen across generations.
The article reports Bailey signing a bill backed by the state’s teachers and transporting reform supporters as a key political move. It notes a adjourned session this afternoon and morning votes, with emphasis on the tax bill continuation and opposition from some members. Local notices describe storm damage in Alabama and related civic activity.
A damaged notice summarizes obituaries and funeral details with names and addresses garbled. It mentions Mr Lary Lowmassen and Mr Davie Calv with unclear ages, plus a dental surgeon Sir B A Koester of Kansas City with evening hours and a phone contact.
A chaotic report details a conference committee clash over appropriations and reporting rules in state government. Fred Smith defends the senate against house control while votes, adjournments, and accusations of misused funds surface amid tense proceedings.
Kilpatrick, longtime Rock Island master mechanic for the Kansas division with Horton HQ, is appointed master mechanic of the Perth Brn district with Deday Teapide HQ. He replaces A L Stuffer, now an executive at motive power. Dr Roberson to succeed him at Feldington. Kilpatrick to assume duties March 1.
An unclear report notes Ties Fain’s transfer to the Kansas division after moving from Valley Junction Iowa. He arrived with many duties and was previously connected with a different division in Iowa, leaving friends to ponder his corporate path and gifts.
The article discusses backers in distant Powhatan planning a railway expansion toward southern Nebraska and a northern route via Topeka to Omaha. It notes costs, power requirements, and potential routes affecting Potawatomi and Nemaha areas, with local opposition and representational absence in Topeka.
The Senate approved a bill to reform the hall road commissioners election, backed by Kansas commercial groups. Millers and shippers accused rail rate discrimination, while farmers faced opposition from interests seeking control of the state board. The original measure granting minority party representation was removed in committee.
Rock Fans Syntert offers a round trip from Rock to El Paso for one fare plus $2.00 with liberal return terms. The low rate promotes attendance at the Catily Raleiex annual convention and a tour of New Mexico features, adobe houses, river sites, and Mexican influences. Nearest Atoede Tekno agent handles tickets.
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