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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1903
Page
5
A terse wire report outlines a mix of political and social notes. It mentions Col Bryan heading to Mexico, Diaz reelection, and various scientific hopes while noting tensions around the Vega affair and a Chicago focus on business and shipping amid unsettled conditions.
An analysis argues that the United States faces limited imports and rising domestic production. It notes a surge in home market demand and discusses balance of trade, production figures, and projected outputs across steel and related sectors. The report highlights shifts in import levels and domestic capacity, with figures pointing to increased production and wider use of home resources.
The Tribune notes public donations for a charitable drive, listing totals and recipients across religious groups and institutions. It records annual fundraising, patterns by organization, and mentions a 1901 context with large sums and varied offerings across churches and charities.
Fragmented figures show MEPS NAD donations rising from 2.4 million to 3.5 million with Mr Carnegie credited for 2.5 million and 1.586 million in IML. First year donations reach 4.402 million for thirty libraries, plus 840 thousand for Municen, 13—8.5 thousand for one hundred Whe, and 2.5985 million for ninety two libraries. Total estimated cost about 9.4 million for the nationwide library buildout across the United States.
A garbled item from the Globe Sights column blends stray phrases about war, fashion, and daily life. It mentions Venezuela, American figures, and a comic moment, but the text is largely incoherent with incomplete names and misplaced quotes.
A fragmented OCR list shows numerous personal names and city spelled forms from Kansas City Lawrence Centralia and nearby areas. The garbled text preserves many individual names and place references with limited readable context.
At a Kansas Academy of Science gathering, J Lovewell described 28 ounces of tin and silver from Brant Fahrig’s Kansas shale drills. He outlined pockets in Smoky River shales with gold in sand and pyritic rocks, noting potential deposits near Warrego and a new shaft north of Warrego. Findings suggest a possible commercial deposit, though extent remains uncertain.
Two laborers were buried in a trench collapse at the Washburn cellar district near October thirteenth and West streets on Thursday. One man was hurled into water, the other visible only by distance. Both were badly injured and have not yet returned to work. The trench was about 20 feet deep and the earth overhanging the pit collapsed, threatening to crush the men. Workmen shouted for help as rescuers quickly pulled them from the danger.
A M Baird may pursue the First ward contest for the judgeship as a possible Democratic candidate. Bergund-Hint is mentioned as a strong rival if nominated, with a likely bench battle for the nomination. Attempts to recruit Baled failed as he declined to run.
A fragmented postal record notes a December fund total of $6157 with unspecified items and dates. The entry mentions trust figures, a heavy month, and increases in certain postings though details are unclear.
Fragmentary memo mentions an attorney Joe and a candidate Tig camd Miacy for the altho judwr of the court of PapeBa. It references ten deccherr Bimmets and endorsements, with vague notes on friends and printers. Judge Grover is noted and Fidel is mentioned, with cryptic references to the office and justice education.
Fragmentary OCR shows Mrs Lowe's alleged dying declaration read aloud by Attorney Magaw as to the accident nature of the shooting and Lowe's lack of blame. Testimony references conversations with Mrs Lowe, nurse Mary Pollen, and Anna Toney about alleged infidelity, threats, and alleged prior relations. Witnesses describe Lowe's demeanor and prior behavior at reform school and hospital.
Reports say arrangements between the Chicago Board of Trade and Western Union Telegraph aim to put the Western Union wire ahead by an hour with quotes to be shared under a 19 year contract. The Open Board building on LaSalle Street to be remodeled by Til Notts Trust and Savings Bank for the benefit of the Open Board, with co operation from Western Union to enhance its position.
Local figures including Hany Seabrook and Laurence attend a Topeka meeting as council discussions reveal plans for pavement projects. Terps of funding show a proposed expenditure of 9500000 for Topeka roads with no funds allocated for repairs amid debate over street improvements and municipal priorities.
The following pensions have been granted Kansans. Names include Andrew J Caren Mayetui, Iusia M, Aaron Smith, John Levon, Quelph, Monaghan, Tenison, John Raffensperger, Martha M. Wright, Sarah E. Moore, Lyla Grunwell and others. Amounts shown vary, with several entries around eight dollars or more.
James Lexy and Henry J. Vandepate, both described as Hoherans, were involved in a drunken quarrel near Gimupa. Lexy died after an infusion at a focal hospital. Claims of language barriers and disputed reports surface as Atchison authorities and local press acknowledge conflicting details about the case.
An unreadable OCR fragment discusses racial issues in schooling, mentioning Heart school, Business college, and city attendance. It references biased restrictions on Black students entering public high schools and the impact of private schools, with unclear names and locations.
A young boy, son of James Mack, was seriously injured when a vicious dog bit him on Sixth Avenue and Lincoln Street, with multiple wounds on the neck and body. Residents reported neighbors fighting the dog near Dr Wehe’s home, and the animal was driven away after the attack. The boy was treated and is expected to recover, while the dog’s owner was identified as James Black blamed for the incident.
City officials weigh appealing to the legislature to authorize issuing 25 000 funding bonds to pay off floating warrants. Treasurer Hale supports the plan to reduce debt with a sinking fund, while critics fear state interference and local opposition to the measure.
Secret Service Agent George Fonter led a Washington investigation into a counterfeit operation on West Second Street. Bigani Malerona known as alidrone Bathia Maleron and Nicola Di Pace were arrested with the plant and presses seized. About 100 counterfeit dilutors and partly formed nickels recovered. hearing set before Commissioner Holla Amune.
Obituary notices list Silas Cehorne and Muzie Lanier among the departed. Cehorne died yesterday at home one mile east of the Rochester road after a heart ailment. Lanier passed away this morning at her residence on King Street. Funeral arrangements to be announced in Saturday papers.
A visitor from Memphis, Fred Hieskell, private secretary to Acting Governor Wright, recalls a siege in Manila where a doctor urged amputation to save his life. Hieskell quips about wanting a single round to settle the issue, while the physician insists on the necessary operation. The tale ends with Hieskell surviving the ordeal.
Wartime era poultry event inches toward opening as exhibitors rush to finish pens and diaphanous displays. Some 700 birds are entered from many exhibitors with expectations high despite looming storms and cold. Judging starts once birds arrive and preparation completes Monday morning.
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