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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1904

Page

5

Trade Year Boosts U S Exports and Imports Report

The Topeka State Journal cites the commerce department figures showing major gains in agricultural exports for November and a mixed but overall rising trend in manufactured goods and iron and steel products. It notes year over year comparisons, with detailed values for corn, lumber, and various manufacturing groups, and discusses declines in some import categories while highlighting growth in others. The piece frames it as Our Biggest Trade Year, detailing shifts in export groups and the impact on the economy.

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Commerce figures hint at record U S year end

A rundown of November and year to date imports and exports shows rising total imports and a possible year end record in overall commerce for the United States. Exports of manufactures may exceed those of a recent year, while total exports lag slightly behind 1900. Debates and local items follow, including police, fires, and civic notes from across towns.

Atkinson Not Clearing Appointment Favoritism Claims

Parson city report shows Atkinson of Parsons facing questions over appointment to a vacant Supreme Court seat. Allies Ryan Asa Brith and Parsons Republicans back his bid while opponents urge caution. Witnesses say Atkinson denies wrongdoing and plans to apply, stressing he seeks the post on merit.

WD. Atkinson Parsons Ryan Asa Brith Ledley

Topeka Bank Clearings Rise Over Two Million Dollars

Topeka clearings for February show a gain of over two million dollars compared with the prior year. The 1964 figure rises from 318, SBSA to a higher total, indicating growth in local business. Around five months show continued comparison, with some months balancing gains against declines.

Topeka SBSA Basi Maren

Deaths and Funerals Notice from Te Wee Mt Teak

The funeral of Mrs M. M. Trew will be held at Spom from the Third Presbyterian Church at the corner of Fourth and Brunner streets. The funeral of Mire OM. Brwen-Stevend, who died in Canada, will be held with arrangements to arrive today. The funeral of Mex. Carre EL Troy is noted to occur today.

M. M. Trew Spom Presbyteria Fourth Brunner Mire Brwen-Stevend Webb Diet Canada Sven

Calderhead Here For Holidays Visit In Maryaville

Congresaronn W. A. Calderhead arrived last night to see friends in Maryaville, planning return at noon today. He has spent the holidays there and will depart tomorrow morning to begin his bid with State Chair.

Calderhead W. A. Calderhead Dopetaindnay Maryaville

Plan to Send Them to Grand As Topeka Fire Chief Speaks

Fire Marshal Wilmarth states Crawford operatic group should move hearings to the Grand after minor repairs at Crawford theater. He cites safety flaws including wooden structures, stairway and exit upgrades, boiler removal, wiring renewal, and proper ventilation as essential to prevent disaster. He notes the Grand could be safer if changes mirror Crawford but with decisive improvements.

G. O. Wilmarth The State Journal Wilmarth Jvren Ray Crawford Topeka Crawford Lee Coneford Crawford Opera House As Tare Grand Pport House Grand Opera House Kansas Stiraedlvey Crawfort Podern Giory Macmer Abin- Homma Belter Taraer Gramk Fateriaiy Roy Crawford Arthur Kane Crawford |Elocate Topelo Grand Crawford Theater Kene Soriane Mod Mty of & Tire Bas Edison Company Chicago Serena

Topeka Visitors Witness Chicago Fire Disaster Chaos

Mrs. Ogston of Topeka described the Sherman House blaze and the deadly crowd crush near the Tremont Theater. She recalled the rapid rescue efforts, the theatre damage, and the widespread shock. The incident highlighted a drivers union refusal to transport injured, drawing public indignation and sympathy for rescuers.

W. E. Ogston Topeka Chicae Sherman Tose Troquois Theater Mrx. Ogston Marshall Mike Yeatening Atre Gaston Chiengs Shermat House Dent Eb Drivers’ Union

Free Character Delineations and Astrological Predictions

A garbled observance of horoscopes and chirography sketches promises insight from handwriting and birth dates. It lists numerous readers with varied fortunes predicting success in medicine arts engineering and travel, with notes on temperament and potential changes by April June or May across multiple locations and individuals.

R. G Job C. M PBOM N. M.D R. W BB. S Brom. W SD. C W. K. AL Lawrence Kansan OSM Duce A.T. M Kas Schroyer EB. W S. Mt. O J. Bow Kansas City Rae Nee Ne Gran Dee Jacassueni Wilson Sae

Chart Predictions Show Mixed Outlooks Across Year

The fragmentary chart entries forecast varied outcomes for several individuals and months, noting both favorable periods and disappointments. Predicts leadership, political success, marriages, changes in spring, and ongoing mediocrity in others, with dates spanning August, September, April, June, and December.

C. W Oakland Kan M.A. J C. Bot C. K Pba Agit Gotenwood Watts

Mortgage on First Christian Church Is Paid Off

At a watch meeting the congregation celebrated burning the mortgage of 43 years. The pastor Rev. C. A. Finch received a raise to 1500. A New Year gift of $50 was given by the women. A musical program and Washburn college quartet entertained. The event included a late lunch.

Charet C. AS Finch Finch Washburn College Mustolins

Harvey wins state chess tourney amid noisy finish

In Topeka a statewide chess championship concluded with A. M. Harvey of Topeka taking the 61st prize after two rounds of play over two days. Monte Carlo and a year’s Chess Review subscription were awarded as top prizes. other notable performers included Baldwin of Osborne and Howe of Brett Humboldt.

Topeka A. M. Harvey C. W. Baldwin Osborne T. Howe Brett Humboldt Garretson Topeks Craig Prost

The Gallon Journal Saps: Caren Wentworth and Walter

Local mentions name Caren Wentworth and Walter in a brief note about ongoing developments at The Gallon Journal. The fragment hints at internal staff shifts or editorial changes within the publication. Further context is unavailable in the snippet.

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