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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1904
Page
1
Opening session today features former Board of Agriculture member F C Coburn likely reelected as secretary. The Kansas Board of Agriculture meeting in Topeka includes speeches by President Churchill supporters and a lively push for Coburn’s two year term renewal amid political speculation.
The opening session of the First Betigresminak dintriet gathering includes committee appointments, credentials, and welcome addresses by leaders like President Cavrehil and Prof. Davenport. Speakers cover agricultural education, farm economies, and dairy science with figures from state colleges and universities, outlining an ambitious program for developing useful men.
Washington January 13 ratifications of the American Chinese commercial treaty were exchanged by Secretary of State and Chinese minister Sir Shen Duns Liang. The accord provides for opening the Manchurian ports of Mukden and An Tung to international trade, aiming to forestall hostilities and hasten global access.
Report from Colon states US naval authorities believe Colombia plans to attack Panama with about 4000 troops under Ortiz Uribe Bustament and Nove at Titumatl. Indian chiefs discuss boats for river crossing while scouts verify routes near Conprption Culebea. Warships to demonstrate along San Blas coast as an expedition sails toward Darien.
The document outlines a morning session with welcome remarks by Governor W J and Mayor Bergundthal and names speakers from Minnie College of Agriculture and other figures. Afternoon programs include dairy cow selection and profitable dairying. A brief war note reports Colombian forces crossing into Panamanian territory with no immediate signs of a Colombian army near Pacific Panamanian lands.
Col Charles Denby of Evansville Indiana and former United States minister to China under Cleveland and Harrison died suddenly in Jamestown New York at about 70. He lectured here last night and was in his seventies.
A brisk northwest wind at 14 miles per hour chilled the day as the government weather bureau reported 18 degrees. The forecast anticipated rising temperatures by tonight into Thursday with bright, clear skies. Hourly readings showed a steady drop in temperature as early hours set in.
Grocers John B. Gordon lies in state in Georgia capitol after arrival at 5 30 am guarded by state troops. Flags at half mast, city offices closed. Funeral and memorial services planned Thursday with crowds from across the state and Confederate veterans posts represented.
Denver January 12 General Sherman M Hell says mobilization of a military caravan to Telluride and Cripple Creek has begun with provost guards for emergencies. A cavalry unit of about 15 men and a scout force will patrol, while two companies totaling about 185 men stay in Cripple Creek district for now. Total cost of maintaining forces in the region nears $590,000.
In Greensburg Pennsylvania on January 13 Governor Pennypacker considers a reprieve for condemned killer Charles Kruger, who faces execution next Thursday for murdering Constable Harry Pierer. Kruger curses the governor and laments the suspense while a county judge orders a preliminary injunction.
W R Stubbs leads a rally at the National hotel dining room to issue a declaration of independence from machine rule. Delegates from most counties expected, with 25 to 95 Republicans from Lawrence among attendees, including Colonel Learnard of the Lawrence Journal and Roosevelt critics.
Colorado Springs Colorado June 12 a new ore seam in the Crip-We Creek district was confirmed today. From a space no larger than a man's body ore valued at $25,000 was shipped with assay up to $28 per ton. The strike spurred activity in the northern portion of the district. Bristol Tennessee January 13 Colonel Geo R McClellan hero of three wars died last night. He bore the distinction of being the last field officer of the Mexican War.
Central Sun Bonn bank stockholders elected new directors including Charles J. Devlin A Joun Gon and F B Downing with Bonebrake as president and Downing as vice president along with several assistants and cashiers listed. One change noted: B Kistler succeeds as assistant cashier or teller depending on source wording.
Columbus Ohio January 1 Lieutenant Governor Harding declares Marcus Al Hanna reelected United States senator for six years starting March 1905. Both Ohio General Assembly chambers elect Hanna by largest majority in state history.
Newark N J Jan 13 Three motions to appoint a permanent receiver for the United States Ship-Building company were postponed to next Monday without ruling. W D Guthrie for C M Schwab admitted in court the firm is hopelessly bankrupt, while bondholders lawyers contend fraud raises issues that prevent any bankruptcy confession from ending the case.
Senator Hanna declared he is not and will not be a presidential candidate. His Ohio delegates plan remains, with expectations to secure all four delegates at large and nineteen of twenty one district delegates. Friends see this as a move to retain state party control rather than a candidacy.
Chicago reports a 3 year old child’s kiss spreading rabies from a Madrid dog. Harold Latta, age 3, died after being bitten October 25. Father W V Latta and mother Matilda Latta contracted infection. Forest Birdsall, 12, also kissed the child and is likely to die.
Mrs Rott Brown Thompson, eldest daughter of John Brown of Harper's Ferry fame, lies dying at her home in Pasaden s California. The 49 year old widow of Henry Thompson, once closely linked to Brown's raid, survived by few details and terminal complications.
Attorney B F Richardson in closing for the defense in the Sun and Moon dynamiting case suggested a conspiracy by opponents of the miners union caused the July 28 destruction of the Idaho Springs transformer house. He highlighted a state map drawn ten days before the blast and argued the power house was blown from within.
Constantinople reports the porte has destined Austro Hungarian and Prussian ambassadors to witness the final acceptance of the Macedonian reform. It notes political prisoners excepted and highlights concerns over armament in Austria Hungary. Assurances are urged that Bulgaria will not undermine reform efforts.
Burlington man Peter Wimner found guilty of manslaughter in the death of two year old Lowell Nuster, son of Frank Single, in a case described as a prank. Jury verdict assigns moral responsibility for the fatal shooting amid strong evidence of intent and risk. Sentencing expected under the third degree manslaughter ruling.
New York dispatch reports Japan is leaving Port Arthur in large numbers and Russians see Japanese actions as a provocation. Trains from Europe are crowded. unknown assailants reportedly set fire to coal stores at Sarbin. Berlin official opinion now sees war as a probable, near-term contingency amid Japan Russia tensions.
France demands humane treatment for jailed Haitian National Bank officials tied to a $200,000 fraud case as German and French ships gather at Port au Prince. a boy in Indianapolis is found guilty of murder in a reform school guard plan. in Texas, land worth over 1 000 000 is claimed in Tom Green county based on old family documents linked to a German colony.
Jam Li A Jersey cow treated by Christian Science in Denver was deemed a failure to end its misery. Owner Anna Tweety, angered by humane officers' interference, faces dispute. Missouri Senate committee plans to examine life in Colorado amid tensions. Temperatures report lists several large cities with varied readings and forecast.
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