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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1903
Page
6
A chaotic OCR page outlines names like Burton, Pringle, Barker, and others in a Kansas City political fray. It discusses morality as a campaign weapon, candidate alignments, and shifting supports across counties with mentions of Norton Chad sonny and Atchison power plays.
The city registers opening in Topeka feature church lectures and meetings at First Methodist and Central Congregational, with talks by Rev. Bernard Kelty and Rev. Floyd Sesmanat. Community groups plan missions, charity drives, and a citizen troop to escort Governor Bailey to inaugural exercises.
The text describes a purported remedy claiming to clear the system of all catarrh and cure a range of diseases. It alleges that the elixir removes mucus, cleanses the blood, and stops disease progression, funded by mentions of years and quantities. The narrative warns readers about dubious efficacy and emphasizes potential dangers.
New York January 5 A significant turf contract says Matt Byrnes the noted trainer will oversee a stable for the Wealthy Emplomarian for two years. The agreement includes a fee of 10 percent of winnings and promises modernization of training methods to supersede previous plans. Budapest is noted as a related future training venue with emphasis on American techniques.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a German court case involving divorce proceedings. The draft mentions Crown Prince of Sencug and a proposed seizure related to a royal or princely context, but the readable text is incomplete and lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
An electric machine at the Viele and Towns works burst during a test by Delmer Stamford of Stamford Conn. The dynamo reached 2,600 revolutions and caused extensive damage including window and woodwork destruction. The unit was intended to power the works and forced temporary suspension of operations.
Young cyclists depart for European tracks as Frank Keanjer leads a group of American sprinters and top riders. Major Taster also joins the tour, aiming to challenge front runners for a share of the continent’s prestige. The expedition features key matchups and potential new faces against European competition.
The Russell Record highlights Sixth District tensions with editors, postmasters, and candidates in Russell and Rawlins counties. It notes anticipated Topeka meetings, nominations, and local figures such as W. Morphy, D. J. Hanne, and W. H. Mitchell, plus ongoing postmaster and speaker discussions affecting party balance in the region. The piece also mentions railway timetables and schedule changes for the State Limited.
In Glace Bay Cape Breton Signor Marconi told a reporter that wireless communication will become very cheap with messages crossing oceans for a penny a word. He expects a trans oceanic wireless station at Cape Cod soon and notes cables will share in the growth as costs fall.
At Lincoln Post hall on Saturday officers were installed for Lincoln Post and Lincoln Circle Woman's Auxiliary. Elected Lincoln Post officers include W Sg, Stew D surgeon Elias Schull, quartermaster Robert Semple, day officer Goodrich, chaplain W Sidwell, adjutant J B Stewart, sergeant major John F Carter. Lincoln Circle officers feature Ella Wood president, Mary Arminisge senior vice, Anna Brussman junior vice, Wulus sian treasurer, Mattie Tang chaplain, Molle Hunter conductor, Clam Covell assistant conductor, Teeter guard, Teeter’s assistant guard.
Three day session begins January 19 in the contell chamber at the city building Topeka National Secretary Fred Mason of St Paul will speak A banquet is slated for January 20 at Metrozolitam hall The convention aims to influence state and national policy including opposition to the HOS law and proposed changes to debt and garnish collections and a focus on small grocers against large outside houses
New York police report a gambling raid at Richardes Caullerton's house as Inspector Nicholas Brooks is held by Magistrate Brana for alleged action to counter syndicate influence. The record references a deputy’s evasive testimony and ongoing investigation.
Commissioner Piper accuses the gambling combine of mobilizing extensive resources to defeat prosecutions. He asserts a coordinated effort to influence officials and vows that up to 1 million could be spent to counter Jerome’s anti gambling actions. He warns the public the law will prevail.
A large Crawford Theater season opens with Devic Hartum presented as a robust life like drama. The cast includes Simochy and Will Henry Riddlych with a 20 member troupe. Featured musical act The Tale of the Tan Barco and star Mine Claxton highlight the program along with Scenic designs and a strong supporting cast.
Washington January 3 The bureau of insular affairs of the War department released a comparative live statement showing that for the ten months ended October 31, 1902 the cumulative revenues of the Philippines totaled 3,691,509 in 1901 figures and 3,? in 1902. The data reflect customs receipts in United States currency. Herrick signals a receptive mood amid election talk.
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