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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1903

Page

2

Grand Tonight Promises Dramatic Musical She Show Girl

The Grand hosts a lively musical production She Show Girl tonight with Tare and Aledé e Tart, featuring Roxy Gubler Taplin and a cast of actors. The show, presented by a famed producer, promises comedy and romance amid a bustling program including songs and scenes from The Widow Kretwon and We Were Even.

Lars Hotaa Castelts Roxy Gubler Taplin Fiteh Neumnally Tne Priter Hive Bow Peas

Suburb Shoemakers Strike Amid Grand Jury Probe

From the suburbs, shoe cutters strike as grand jury probes alleged price fixing and conspiracy between unionists and employers. Witnesses testify about contracts at low prices and claims of profiteering while workers press for fair wages. City and regional officials monitor the dispute.

Chicago Grand Jury Chitoes Heuel Foley Aft Union Condoalarn Knights of Labor Wbwie Healesy

Newland Elected Treasurer at National Grocers Association

The Newland family and Topeka grocers were present as A W Fallinger and Pred Mason held officer roles at the annual convention. Newland, from Topeka, was named treasurer of the National Grocers Association and spoke on district business at Sixth Avenue and Lake Streets. The Bar Frances convention site was announced for the next year.

Coal Coming In Topeka Turmoil Sparks Public Fear

ATopeka coal delivery disruption described as a tense incident with a thief or saboteur firing a shot and scattering coal. Police at the scene reported a disrupted shipment, a driver or bystander involved, and ongoing concerns about safety as the delivery was halted. Local authorities investigated the disturbance and warned residents of possible further coal shortages.

Striking Shoe Workers Endorse Factory Shutdown Showdown

The strike action, ordered by Las bor authorities, follows a dispute between manufacturers and the shoe workers union over contract terms. Police report showings of violence and widespread labor tension as the Federation of Labor and boot and shoe workers union clash over pay and conditions.

Lasbor Snl Best Shoe Workers

Cook Will Get It in Local Court Decision

County Auditor Welchman rules on an estate dispute tied to a 38 per cent share in the case heard by the Justice's Court. The proceedings reference Sheriff Tait and deputy sheriffs, with mentions of the Mulberry Street wreck and damage to telegraph poles as a separate incident.

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Glimpse of a Novice Reporter on Trust Mergers and Political Echoes

A fragmentary column critiques looming trust mergers and political factions. It references King Edward, legislative absence, a beauty show at the Grand, and a rumor about Ward of Republic County in a clothing store. The piece names J A Bucklin and Hine Wakvener linked to railroad influence and reform debates.

Atéry Emitor Ward Republic County Sithee Tim Caplalie le Man Somp Soaicenteime J. A. Bucklin Ehime Iialde Hine Wakvener Atchison Oliver

Kansas Legislature Tales Of Names And Royal Missteps

A Kansas session scene recounted where Waxpener and Buckiin discuss a merger idea with rail trusts. E C Wellep, a longtime minority leader, guides procedural methods but cannot vote. A King Edward misaddressing incident leads to a protest and a humorous correction involving Kansas editors over surname spellings Wagener Waggoner etc.

E. C. Weilep Wellep Kansas Welles Edward Great Britain The Indies Legieiature Sio Kanens Wulfekihier Leavenworth Bale Wageener Atchison Warguner Patience Smashers Balle Batley Ballie Reille Batty Han Billi Wasner Waggoner Wargener Warnlor

Young Telegrapher Robert Clowry Describes Early Career

Robert Clowry recalls living with his mother near Joliet in Will County and taking a telegraph job with no pay for six months. He details learning the key and lever operations, doing odd jobs to survive, and progressing from messenger to capable operator in four months.

Will County Joliet Robert Clowry Che Walt Clowes Was Ives

Baby's Future and The Cuticura Treatment Ad

An old advertorial urges mothers to treat infant skin and scalp conditions with Cuticura products. It touts Cuticura Soap and Glatment along with Resolvent Pills to relieve itching inflammation and disfigurement. The message emphasizes preventing lifelong scarring and aiding parental comfort.

Cathara Clutmert

Legal clash at Turnettstown bank case tops local notes

A fragmentary report centers on a lawsuit involving Charlie Sheldon and the Turnettstown Nations bank over promised votes and potential remuneration terms. The unreadable OCR renders many names and specifics unclear, but the dispute appears to concern banking actions, remuneration, and a forthcoming claim roaster.

Real Estate Transfers Reported in Local Ledger

Real estate transfers show B Worrall selling to Worrall for 100 dollars and a lot description on Buchanan Street and Milvane Spur. A Harding transfers to M A Marpie for one dollar and a land parcel identified by 15-41-18.

B. Worrall Worrall Buchanan Atnest Poye Milvane Waite A. Atul Mulviine B. Harding M.A. Marpie

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