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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1904

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Steamer Clallam Sinks While Being Towed to Port

Port Townsend reports the Puget Sound steamer Clallam sank about midway between Smiths Island and Dusgest Spit while in tow of the tug Holyoke. Thirty one aboard were saved and twenty four women perished, placed in moats that capsized beside the vessel. Survivors travel toward Seattle aboard the Sea Lion as relief details and questions about the loss unfold.

Clallam Port Townsend Wash Jen. O Clalllam Puget Bound Navigation Company George Roberta Nowk Holyoke Smith Dusgest Spit Cwiety-Ave Seattle Dijon Mikssy Diartio Jane Times Port Rive Ely Gale Chelbon Weis Clatlam

Charles Foster Dead and Burial Planned in New Orleans Area

Charles Foster died today at the teat degree of liverral beter tere from the eine af cerenral fem. Survived by wife and children, funeral arrangements made with details referencing General Kietersson and local locations. The obituary mentions his role and trusteeship, noting the impact on the community and a formal memorial in New Orleans.

Harrison Nigel Whic Allan Kietersson

REYES LEAVES Washington deal shapes utility franchise

A convoluted report shows Washington and city officials negotiating a franchise grant to a company operating between Formt of Lise and Ontikenet. The deal, tied to a route near Car Grant, is described as the first franchise with compensation approved by authorities, exploring terms and long term implications.

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Tapering Off Says Hoch Plans Outward Shift

The Marion Hevard editor Morttagin hints at stepping back from eight years of political coverage. He plans to retool his paper The Old Home Paper and push toward local business leadership, inviting readers to support a broader community focus in the coming year.

Morttagin Pears Marion Hevard Bacchus Bustneca Opdin

FIRE AT STOCK EXCHANGE BUILDING DELAYED BY DEFECTIVE WIRING

A fire alarm at the New York stock exchange building triggered by defective wiring caused a delayed response by the fire department. Smoke filled the interiors as flames damaged insulation and affected telegraph lines from Western Union. Fire crews arrived after three minutes, extinguishing pockets of fire as repairs on Broadway continue and the system is restored.

New York Jan New Stock Exchange Darance Asnessenger Western Union Telegraah Western Erin Telegraph Company Messenger Stock Exchange Theamenier Die Houthy Nowe Stane Street Browlway

Fire First Night at Theater Ends in Fatal Blaze

Sworn testimony described a theater fire on opening night that trapped crowds and caused multiple deaths. John Glimpy, a theater worker, testified he heard an explosion in a basement area as smoke and flame filled the space. Coroner and hospital reports note additional fatalities and serious injuries, with speculation about chemicals used on stage contributing to the fire’s intensity.

Chicago Meath John Glimpiy Donald Pot Twan M. A. Neisbaum Louis BE Port Avhore Unity Bulldine Terquois Post SS. Stanger Sn. Post

Deportations and arrests amid district order in Crime Creek

In January the district was emptied as 55 deported under frost era orders. Nine arrests by military force occurred this week as authorities, led by Governor Pyabudy, enforce compulsory departures and striker removals. Local broadcasts report enforcement across Crime Creek with limited arrests and ongoing evacuations.

Tetmere Pourmare Mitkers Frost Lomminger Snartiol Pyabudy Alx Dastiga Crime Creek Aisie Herenism ‘Thuredas Meraney Onder

Preacher Must Pay After Cemetery Dispute in Hodewick County

The Supreme Court in A Mevisiom ruled that Rev. R. Krenke of Evangelical Lutheran Pauls Church in Hodewick County must compensate Binco Bury for denying burial beside his wife in the church cemetery after he had purchased a plot. The decision upholds the claimant against the pastor and church authorities.

R. Krenke Evangelical Lutheran 8 Pauls Hodewick County Binco John G. Seagetet Supreme Court

Ryno Loses Case. Dr Keno Sentenced to Prison

The supreme court upheld the trial court ruling in favor of Ryno and ordered Dr A F Keno of McWherson county to serve a term in the penitentiary for attempting to kill Mixa Maud ES a cope on a cataly H. The decision confirms an eighteen month sentence.

A. F. Keno McWherson Mixa Maud ES Supreme Coupe

Japan Prepares for War as Two Cruisers Sail Toward Suez

Dispatches report Japan ready to press demands on Russia. Two new Japanese cruisers Kisuga and Nissin sail from Genoa toward Suez while Tokyo debates responses to Russia and China. Officials cite possible ultimatums and note shifts in naval deployment as war talk intensifies.

Genoa Suez Tokio Japan de Hosen Funela Amerruss Meening SY. Freed Jesmen Detokio Jan Runsida Warahite Port Arthur Gepow Italy Kisuga Naplen Tex Suez Canal Suda Bay Crete J: Newe White San Francisco Toamenib Pacific Bort Arthur Kansas City Omega Yokohama Thin City Tecoma Seattile Russia Philadelphia Cramp Hagush Turkey Pebresantat Rivsia Rusmimn Constantinople Seattle Gina England London Burleigh China Manchuria Boyaran Chemulpo New Chwang

Senate Defers Decision on Buchanan Minister Nomination

Washington January 9 in an executive session the senate debated W I Buchanan’s nomination as minister to Panama for over two hours. Democrats argued the position did not exist when appointed and the president had no right without senate consent. Republicans backed the president’s prerogative. Key speakers included Lodge Calhoun McComas Spooner Fairbanks and Allison. No ruling was reported. consideration to resume Monday.

Washington Senate Buchanan Pan- Ama New Republic Ruchnan Morgan Bacon Bailey Pettus Blackburn Senaora Lodge Calion MfcComas Spooner Fairbanks Allison

Lyons mill deal closes as Imboden and Randall fund project

Imboden Milling of Lyons and Randall of Union Milling Wichita close a 3300000 loan to build a new mill with 350 ton daily capacity. Operations begin at once. In Milwaukee, the will of Captain Fred Pabst is read leaving about 15 million dollars in trust for his widow, four children, and an adopted daughter share equally.

Alilwausee Vis Jin Fred Pabst Bn Sktate Mani

Wreck Cause and Official Rock Island Statement

An official Rock Island statement explains the Willard stock train wreck. Dispatcher W G Eby ordered extra 1417 to meet trains at Willard. confusion over engine numbers and lack of orders for No 3 led to the collision. Conductor and engineer of No 3 faced injuries and unclear orders. crew members could not confirm the directives.

Rock Island W. G. Eby Topeka McFarland Nugie Thirigen Willard Union Pacific Maple Bilt George Seizel Wiltoh Kurt G. N McParland Maple Hil Herington Horton Stormont Hospital Kansas City Raiway Stollard Roberts

Bryan Home Again in New York Reception Planned

The White Star steamer Celtic arrived with W. J. Bryan as a passenger. A committee of prominent Democrats met the ship at quarantine and planned a reception for Bryan tonight at the Victoria.

New York Celtic W. J. Bryan Bryan Victoria

Seaton Endorsed for National Soldiers' Homes Board

In a Kansas delegation meeting in Washington DC this morning John Seaton was endorsed for the vacancy on the board of managers of the national soldiers' homes. The endorsement was motioned by Calderhead and carried unanimously. Bud Morgen, a young Black man of bad character, attempted suicide Friday night by throwing himself before a street car on North Kansas Avenue after eluding police. The motorman stopped the car just in time. Morgen lay mangled where he would have been killed had the car not halted.

Washington, D.C Jane Kansas John Seaton National Soldiers’ Homes Calderhead Vegro Bud Morgen Kansas Avenue Morgan

Local Rain and Temperature Report

A brief weather note records today’s rain amounting to a trace with southeast winds and temperatures ranging from a low of 2 degrees to a high of 7 degrees. Forecast calls for colder weather Sunday. Continuous hourly readings from the government thermometer show late morning values up to 12 o'clock.

Crawford Balks On Grand Opera House Repairs

Mr Crawford says no changes from investigation committee will be made to the Grand opera house and will seek legal delay if the city council votes to close it. He argues repairs to the Grand are unaffordable and insists Crawford venues must stay usable until his properties are fixed. J M Crawford leaves for St Louis to oversee theater interests and Leaph er is hired to modify the Crawford theater under Fire Marshal Wilmarth.

Grand Opera House L. M. Crawford Crawford Wilmarth Roy Crawford Kane Mr. Mulvane J. M. Crawford St. Louis Topeka Highthing St. Laws Olean

Counties Disagree Over Bridge Expense Sharing

Shawnee and Jefferson counties cannot agree on how to split the rebuilding cost of the Grainville bridge. The dispute, based on county valuations, will be sent to Attorney General Coleman. Jefferson officials pressed for shared cost per county valuation, while Shawnee offered partial payment. The bridge connects Shawnee south and Jefferson north across the Kansas river, built jointly by both counties and private donors.

Shawnee Jefferson Grainville Coleman Topeka Court House Shawnee County Kins Jefferson County

Wellington News Publisher Attacked With Cane in Courthouse

In Wellington Kansas on January 3, county attorney Emera d Wilson struck H L Woods publisher of the Wellington News with a cane in Woods office during a dispute connected to a criminal case. Woods defended himself with a cane and fists. an officer intervened. Wilson had been arrested moments earlier on embezzlement charges involving 931,115 from Citizens State Bank of Belle Plaine.

Wellington Kas H. L. Woods Citizens State Bank of Belle Plaine

Bailey Defends Action in De Boissiere Case Use of State Name

Governor Bailey explains he did not know a suit would be started and says he acted only after being asked by Franklin County Attorney Walter Pleasant and Grand Lodge officials. He states Waggoner and others advised on justice and state interests, and that a full investigation is needed before any compensation or further steps.

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Bank Fails To Open In Alva Oklahoma

Washington reports the comptroller of the currency received a telegram stating the Alva National Bank in Alva Oklahoma did not open for business this morning. Weather data from Chicago New York Boston Philadelphia Washington lists temperatures and forecasts for tonight and Sunday with variable winds and possible precipitation.

Washington Comptroller of the Currency Today Alva National Bank Alva Chicago New York Boston Phadelphia Cincinnati

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