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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1903
Page
1
Members of the Board of Agriculture complete work and return home. Berrick, from Illinois, is identified along with other names in a brief society style item.
Local election results name A Churehif as president of the governing body. The article discusses relief measures, absences, and duties for the secretary and assistant, noting changes in staff and shortages affecting operations. It also highlights Mr Kerrick from Bloomingdale HL as a key figure in cattle market discussions and farm policy debates.
The article fragment records disputes and testimonies around cattle trading and pricing. It cites various individuals and positions, including references to presidents, directors, and local officials, with discussion of stock value, fat content, and market tactics amid a contentious public hearing.
N. H. Loomis is credited with shaping local power dynamics through behind the scenes pressure and whispered endorsements. Citizens watch closely as party machines align around Loomis allies while opponents seek to counter his widespread reach across campaigns and committees.
A new political force emerges in Kansas as Abilene figures enter the race for railroad commissioner. Loomis, a senior legal official, shifts influence, reshaping loyalties and prompting debate over railroad power and governance. Democratic selections include T. Pendergast of Abilene and allies from state committees.
Fragmented reporting shows multiple candidates vying for the governorship. Kee cain of Pein and Pep- Perel stands among several Republicans, with endorsements and regional support stirring competition. Names like M N. Fike and Jobson surface as contenders, while Sutton hints at shifting alignments in Sherman county and Stanley.
A westbound Denver Rio Grande passenger train derailed early morning, injuring about thirty people. The Denver accident left several passengers hurt, with the section crew aiding in the response as investigators and officials survey the scene.
West Newton Pa reports a boiler explosion at Hell's Mills caused wreckage and injuries amid low water. Two workers are seriously hurt, including William Hunter and Hollert Pohe. James Dint may recover if conditions improve. Authorities link the blast to water issues, with officials mentioning responsibility and safety concerns.
A Jakarta court or equivalent quashed the indictment against Burke related to a November grand jury tax case. The claim seeks restoration of about $80,000 to the defendant from city revenues and to return his records to the municipal fund.
A warm spell persists with signs of a cooler breakthrough ahead. Forecaster cautions a severe cold wave. latest forecast calls for fair tonight and Sunday. Winds northeast at 16 mph. hourly temps logged by the government thermometer show a tentative pattern through the day as grocers prepare for the Kansas association meeting and convention planning events unfold.
Quentin Holg Lonnon, founder and president of the Polytechnic Institute and editor of the Polytechnic Magazine, died today of heart disease. He was born in 1885 and was a noted figure in higher education and technical publishing.
A disputed bond offering centered on a principal of 3259.00 and interest has sparked political activity. Officials recount the plan to convert payments into 3 percent bonds while exchanges and boiler terms draw scrutiny amid campaigning.
Readable facts show stray temperatures and names from an OCR snippet. Despite garbled text, items include numbers like 26 28 40 and mentions of places or people, though context is unclear and no coherent event is present.
New York says the steamship St Louis reached her pier amid long delays caused by bad weather and leaky boilers. Passengers held an indignation meeting, passing resolutions blaming the line for unsafe conditions. The ship’s arrival followed 19 days from Cherbourg with average speed around 9.74 knots as boilers leaked and weather worsened.
Passengers aboard the steamship St Louis present a six point petition to Associated Press, condemning management for sending a crippled vessel into Atlantic winter. They praise crew, demand safer future steering and question abandonment of the ship’s voyage after departing Southampton January 2.
Short $1,300 notice from Sacramento references a sign measurer in Inyo counting a tax tally of $120. Runney’s friends investigated the case, noting the money was paid to the estate treasury only for the next quarter. Bunney reportedly left after realizing the $120 would not be day’s end. He was last seen December 24 in Tennoye New.
Commissioner General Sargent faces charges in a Brooklyn case tied to Chinese inspector charges. The investigation targets alleged involvement with persons of interest in some wine trade matters and extensive behavior over a past period. Westington summoned the accused and supplied a copy of the charges.
Terrill, an Oklahoma convict, argued before the Oklahoma Supreme Court after being moved from Lansing jail. He contends there was no authority to send him for trial in Oklahoma and questions errors by the trial court. W H Ashby of Beatrice Neb represented the opposing side for W McCiske J.T New. Other Oklahoma prisoners have joined to seek release on restraint of liberty.
A crew engaged in target practice suffered five fatalities when a misfire or mishap occurred during training. Authorities investigated the scene for causes and safety lapses while noting no survivors among those on site.
A Turret flood triggered a blast reported as a display discipline incident. Authorities noted the explosion occurred after water inundation, with no further injuries or details provided.
Washington Jan 17 Admirals dispatch from San Juan P I reports five men killed and four injured by an explosion of a powder charge in the eight inch turret of the battleship Massachusetts. Notable efforts by officers and crew prevented further explosions as they cooled and depressurized the armed turret.
Weather and funeral notices intermix as a tragic obituary announces Henry Tanworth Wells dead in London on January 17. The feature notes a forecast of sunny weather for later days and records a ceremonial plan for a Masonry memorial event in honor of the departed artist.
Mills announces a two week remnant and odd end sale beginning Monday January 19th. The plan is to clear unwanted items across all store sections by setting low prices to move stock quickly. Shoppers are urged to visit Monday and expect new additions daily as the sale extends.
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