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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1904

Page

6

Divorce Granted in Nichols Custody Case

Mrs Nichols is granted a divorce from her husband 24 Nichols. The decree awards custody of their one child to Mrs Nichols and transfers the family property including houses lots cattle horses and other assets previously held by the couple. The decree notes no counter suit and cites alleged cruelty in the original petition.

Jule Fingen Oy Bire Jonnie Nichols Nichols Vuunelwaan N Eatly Bradfield Regulator Co

Newman Seeks renomination for county clerk role

A. Newman announces candidacy for renomination as county clerk on the Republican ticket. The statement cites his term as county clerk as efficient and energetic, highlighting tax and welfare issues while criticizing opponents. Supporters claim he will face tough challenges from January primaries and local party leaders.

A. Newman Newmirman Beleive Hugr Newman Eesti Republic Rva Republicat Central Seri- Intites

Fragmented OCR notes hint at a jail plan and pursuit

Readable fragments describe a jail related plot or escape attempt with names and actions scattered. The text references police, a pursued individual, and a plan involving reaching areas like windows and bars, plus a mention of a play and misread names.

North Topeka Gossip and Social Roundup

In North Topeka, residents note Elmont visitors and a local store move on North Kansas avenue. Social groups met on Central avenues and Jack Street with cards, prizes, and tea. Community notices mention Wenesiwan gatherings, host lists, and upcoming club meetings.

Cantal Fe Fenuee ‘Company Kansas Avenue Elmont Scranton John Dolman St Leia Popeliks RT. Wreck Joseph Brow Topelka Clothing Cere Y W. Shaw Liviley Ens Topuka Charles Broechneer Peetay Omar Igina Harriet Staples Benaeraatys Tse Rianick Mire Hubert Garrat Lth Dolla Nettle Mertoo Prevon Peart Irivin Teiwinun Het Mee Bo Junian HT Richie Wire HT Richie Wire the Bogtksens Thie Seeethe Sental Ranch Ara Jordae Itt Jacksoe Street Thoes Dis Alj. Berey T. Lucas Mra Ktinentnin Nelson Grieg Mee Ti. Gatebett Mok Iti. Johnsen J. M. Paulgett Carl Rrison Sirs Trotman Raub Mea Eitchle Gioml A. ©. Rowser Lolah McAter Den Berry Jolinkote Men Painets Johnson Stes Manmack Sra Mra Rigby

Public Discussion of Currency in Philippine Islands

A public discussion will be held tomorrow to examine the proposed parity of Philippine currency. It will consider prohibiting the influx of Mexican dollars into the islands, noting values have risen from 2 to 5 pesos since the first transaction, affecting merchants.

Packers' Combine Criticized By Kansas Breeders Chief

Charles H Sutton president of the Kansas Live Stock Breeders Association denounces a packers combine he says has driven cattle prices down from 14 to 24 dollars per hundredweight. He warns the raid will shrink supply and hurt breeders profits, risking lower herd quality and industry stability.

Charles 8. Sutton Kansas Live Stock Breeders’ Association Geronimo Gwarer Winhiar West Cu- Ouro Ngures James Storkmen Chicago Jey Todey

Profit Sharing Plan Expanded at United States Steel

United States Steel Corporation extends its profit sharing plan and invites subscriptions to preferred stock at 55 dollars per share, instead of 5.50. Treasurer Richard Trimble states the plan adopted December 21, 1902 remains in force with second year provisions at five dollars per share. A company official says the move was to allow employees to subscribe at market price as a matter of justice.

New York Wan Ano United States Steel Corporation Suilupes Richard Trimble Primoyes

Storm Forecast Cider Smith Sued Amid Misread Weather

A clipped report notes Cider Smith facing a lawsuit over a dubious forecast claiming rain or gloom this week. The item hints at unsettled weather rhetoric and potential legal action tied to misstatements about upcoming conditions.

Smith

Topeka Poultry Show Breaks Big Records and Attracts Exhibitors

The Kansas poultry show in Topeka claims the largest in state history and among the biggest in the West, filling the Auditorium with hundreds of coops and a cargo of birds from across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and beyond. Judges from Ottumwa and Omega praise the display as they forecast crowds rising to thousands. 170 exhibitors list includes Mrs Shrader of Berlin Nebraska and Woodworth of Omega with 350 birds. Tickets cost 10 cents as attendance surges, with Monday expected to draw large crowds as birds arrive from Kansas City and St Louis corridors.

Kansas Topeka West Kansas City St. Louis Chicago Hughes W. S. Russell Otturiwa St Louis Hesaya Judie Charles G. Woodworth Omega Man Woodworth Kansan City Toveka Jess Woodworth Schmelser Arms Company Sda Henry Shradger Herlin Neb Ors Tracy Stansberry Robert Larmor R. L. Castleberry Sherman Kan Albert White Farmington L Bebler Newton Van Hery Shrader Berlin Stecker Brea Florissant James C. Jones Leavenworth A. J. Nesbit Lowry City Blilson Willameton Ohio J. W G. R Hall Davis City Ned Charles Seiler Toast John & Hughes Fayette S. i .Ferrell Granby Texas Henry Steinmesth F. A. Brown Onago B. Caldwell Broughton J. C. McBarney Jewell Lucy J. Barger Hebron Fleb. Frisbie Plainville J. Harth Meriden Kas G. W. Shelley McPherson Kum J. W. Cook Hutchinson C. ¥. Wright Valley Center H.C Nichol Spearville TM. Bargar H. A. Sibley Lawrence T. F. Weaver Blue Mound H.W. Cheatnut Birmingham Golva PF. i Marsh Great W. A. Rodgers James W. Cutter & Son Junction City Beecher & Beecher Belleville J.D. Martin Salina Chas Pautle Atchison H. M. Cole Winchester FP. A. Milford Indpendence Kat H. C. Short Leavesworth James RR. Young Manhattan W. T. Long Coffeyville Sealey L. Brown A. C. Root Chris Bearman Ottawa Mitchell W. A. Davidson Simpson Midway Poultry Farm Carrollton J. W. Fullinger Bings City Frank Norton King City C. ©. Sécrist P.O. Coons Springhill Midwest Poultry Yards Mt. Washington M. Armstrong Greenwood Wichita T. W Alfred M. L. Garnett W. M. Hopkins Taylor W. B. Ewisher D. Stone M.D. Wright Ep. Simpson Ef, Tauenberger W. R. Comstock G. J. Groshong Paul R Usher & Jackson J. B. Mille W. J. Harnes BB. Ajey F. P. H. Mills Frank Mileham Frank E. Finnsen

Pyram id Pile Care Offered As Cure for Piles

A letter from Mr A Leonard of Mexico City claims twenty years of pile pain ended after using Pyramid Pile Care. He reports immediate relief after first use, bought ten boxes though he remained cured, and praises the suppository remedy as safe and effective sold by druggists.

A. Leonard Mexico Staten

Ex-Congressman Driggs is punished in one day jail

New York Jan 12 ex congressman Hamond H Driggs of Brooklyn is sentenced to one day imprisonment in Raymond street jail and fined 19000 for taking money to secure a government contract for automatic cashiers for the post office department There will be no appeal Wilmington Del Jan 12 in US district court he filed a replication in the Bay State Gas suit against J Edward Addicks and company directors to force an accounting of 75000 900 stock allegedly touched by Addicks personally This final paper precedes appointment of a master to take testimony

New York Hamond H. Driggs Brooklyn Raymond Street Driggs Eee Company Post Office Department Wilmington Del United States District Court Eelver Bay State Gas Company J. Edward Addicks Addicks

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Credit Letter

A reader testifies that Chamberlains Cough Remedy helped a coughing child for sixteen years and has been used on five children with good results. The letter praises safety, lack of danger, and usefulness, while thanking friends for sympathy after the death of a husband and brother.

John Alhestrom Pisa Alf

Johnson speaks up on wage garnishment bill veto dispute

Labor Commissioner Johnson defends state unions stance against the Dolly bill amid claims by Emporia grocer Kenney that merchants and labor groups opposed Governor Bailey’s veto. The piece recounts conferral attempts, the bill’s provisions taxing 25 percent of earnings, and Bailey’s March 3 veto citing protection of debtors’ families. A separate note reports California’s Calaveras big tree petition to the president with 1,400,000 names to preserve groves.

W. L. A.johnson Ke Kenney Emporia Hmveria Kenney Suyage Faurey Dolley Boss Buster Movement Larbach Jackson County Bass Buster Corps State Society of Labor Labor Union Legislative Committee State Grocer Il Association Sherymen's House Dolly Lsbor Bailey Kansas San Preecisco Calaveras Outdoor Art League of California United States

Dr Miles Pain Pills Relief Testimony Card

A year of nervous headaches improves with Dr Miles Pain Pills in Mrs W J Bitty of Moscow. Her husband also notes relief and both endorse the product. The misspelled copy touts remedies and urges readers to request a book from Dr Miles Medical Co.

Miles Mics

Also Mentioned on This Page

School Children of America Kneipp Sebastian Kneipp Europe Prince Albrecht Solms-Braunfels Kneipp Malt Food Co Manitowoc, Wis Solo Canada Mrs. Nichols Fifth Ward Clark Lotter Brotor Chlonst Ber Koes Ulver Ripe Police Pereratt Eiril Laltien Jin von Jal Stiri North Topeka Lauon Ree Atlanta, Ga Riend President Sutton Packers’ Trust Sterel Trust Brock Poultry Show Garland Newa Chamberlain Casino Chamberlain P Seattree The First National Bank OF State of Shawnee County City of Sims E. Hawley Cashier C. 8 Oe A. Robinson W. H. Rosen Wm.Sims Chan J. Lantry Chas. J. Devlin Ww. A. Stephens C. E Hawley Topeka Independent Telephone Co Johnson Speaks UP Labor Dr. Miles
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