This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1904
Page
8
A Soviet commission proposes building an experimental theater to observe and measure fire behavior by burning stage settings and animals. The plan includes a controlled fire on stage and in wings, with a post mortem of animal subjects, aimed at informing theater safety standards and national regulations for crowd emergencies.
Senator Gorman introduces a resolution seeking records on when and under what circumstances the United States intervened in New Granada or Colombia. He asks whether intervention followed U.S. initiative or Colombian request and requests correspondence from the State Department and the Navy Department.
The document discusses American authority to inform the Senate about disturbances in New Granada Colombia and past military interventions. It notes times when the United States intervened to suppress revolts and to maintain free transit, seeking details on treaties and possible authorization for force. The exchange mentions Mr Gorman urging immediate action, blocked by Sir Allison’s objection.
Senator Harry McMillan of Ottawa County argues the Democratic Party in Kansas faces a crisis with a great opportunity. He urges broad, unselfish action, inviting Populists and disaffected Republicans, and calls for inclusive state conventions, liberal labor equity, and constructive, nationwide party rebuilding. He notes dissatisfaction with the current Republican administration and hints at possible gubernatorial support shifts.
The Atlantic Fourine squadron received orders from Washington to proceed to Guantanamo without delay. Further orders would await at Beck Island's Colorado et. The message notes the Denver arrival and says No. 9 flies to Topeka at 225 p.m. and arrives Denver.
Chicago officials and Aldermen formed a special committee to study theater building compliance with fire ordinances. They warn most venues may not reopen, urging costly renovations or complete rebuilding. some theaters may never reopen. Fire crew arrests and skylight tampering are tied to the recent theater fire as coroner prepares an inquest with no blame assigned pending state action.
Washington reports that Philippe Bunau-Varilla minister from Panama and joint signer of the Hay-Bunau-Varilla Treaty will resign his office after ratifications are exchanged. Panama’s Arosemena, a lawyer, is named successor. Bunau-Varilla will depart for Paris soon after. Also notes on barley malt and Knellpp Malt Coffee as a nourishing beverage.
A jumble of local notes mentions a big swell in Japan on Monday, a book hunt after Harvard Lampoon losses, and Archdeacon Crawford conducting services at Clay Center Episcopal church. It also notes Pro fessor Tracy in Topeka leading singing at Presbyterian meetings, a Germicide generator ad location, and legal notices about local youth sentencing and a Denver marriage of Ad L. G. Pulley and Miss Ethel Flint.
San Antonio reports Jane-John Alexander Dowie and companions with George F. Laptan spending the night on the coast. He discusses Zion finances and aims to establish new cities including one in the south near Brownsville, with intent to sail to Australia from San Francisco. Dowie plans to depart for San Francisco early next week.
London reports Miss Ella a renowned lion tamer at the Royal Music Hall Holborn shares a controversial theory on controlling wild beasts. She argues accidents arise from forcing animals to perform and says facing them is unnecessary, preferring to turn her back to avoid provocation. Her methods come after a recent lion attack in Vienna and a dangerous performance near Bertin.
A man named Robert Gilchrist from Tweedsmouth, previously confined to asylums, threatened to return to the London asylum to force ratepayers to support him. He had stolen six pounds of cold roast beef from a house and was described as insane though possibly sane under stress. He was remitted to the asylum after the bench noted his mental instability. A separate report from Joliet notes Captain Coates, in charge of Volunteers of America, was dismissed for allegedly diverting funds and goods to his wife’s Missouri relatives, with about $200 in clothing and bedding missing.
Mrs Hagerman of Algon Guin reports the birth of twins plus a daughter at Sherman bost today. The three newborns weigh seven pounds, seven and a half pounds, and eight pounds and are reported healthy. The mother, 38, has nineteen children, all living.
The Rock Island system offers two paths to the coast via El Paso and via Colorado Springs or Denver. The El Paso route performs best in seas and winter conditions, while the Colorado line reflects state connectivity noted in the State Journal.
Topeka men including ex United States Senator Harris form Federal Natural Gas company to pipe gas from Chanute fields to Fort Scott about 40 miles away. An eight inch line will supply Fort Scott at low rates, cheaper than coal, aiding local homes stores and factories. Company plans rapid organization and work completion before next winter.
London reports on a recent rat show in Cheltenham featuring domesticated rats valued up to 210 and sold for half a sovereign. Exhibits emphasize beauty of form and color with colors such as black white gray and gold. One exhibitor is listed as Miss Newhall of Cheltenham. Secretary W Bexey of the National House club judged rats and suffered a rat bite on his middle finger.
A fragmented reminiscence tale follows Hee Sewell C. Strout through a journey to Carter’s Squat. The narrator recalls a courtroom cruelty claim, encounters with a dog fight, a poker pot, a pavilion crowd, and a Pilgrim figure, mixing old sayings and social satire. The piece ends with a disclaimer of copyright and a satirical voice.
Fragmented reminiscence and vivid dialogue appear as a tintype tale of a romance and a contested marriage in Emporia. A damages suit against the city over polluted well water is noted, with criminal vigor and rural confrontation threaded through the edges of local life.
Washington January 6 patents issued include Veate J Dolechek Claflin. John Haller G L Beker Rush ton Barness Christian Helwle Kansas City printing press Louis Krauss Gypsum evener for reapers David Moran Wichita car coupling Edward Pierson Milan disc sharpener James Parker Woodston harvester and sheaf tie Cicora Stange Yates Center marking device Freed from Corbin s Son Bath Maine January 6 a divorce granted to Arameee L Corbin former Bath resident against Rutherford Corain son of General H C Corbin U S Army by Associate Justice
In Machias New York January 6 William G. Smith reports a cow went missing from the stable. All doors were secured yet the animal was found perched in the hayloft having climbed improvised stairs to a knoll behind the stable, puzzling the family.
A local Topeka druggist laments public scorn amid disputes with colleagues. The speaker contends the blame rests on his conduct, defending himself against accusations of being a cheap druggist and pushing back against social pressure.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.