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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1903

Page

7

Great Distress Across Cities Drives All Into Workhouses

Thousands flee overcrowded London and other British cities seeking relief as winter unemployment soars. Official figures show the nation struggles to house and feed jobless families while authorities face pressure to source work in the metropolis and beyond.

New York London Matty Metrapolis Allen Mniteradiog Xialig Homer Sesperiae British Empire

Great Rich Strike Rumor At Seattle District Declines

A garbled report from Rich Strike in Bratve Washington on January 13 describes a large gold strike near Dawson Creek. The narrative mentions Canadian, American, and Inuit involvement, with references to Wade’s report, Klondike districts, and possible discoveries of bedrock gold. The text is inconsistent and includes unverified names and details.

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New York Department Store Fire Claims Multiple Casualties

A department store fire in New York resulted in several deaths and injuries. Witnesses describe smoke and collapse as emergency crews battled the flames. Officials report one child among the victims and say others are unaccounted for or accounted for.

BURNS Pive Boranna Perlah New York

Fire damages streetcar line scene after blaze downtown

A large fire near the elevated railroad and electric streetcar line disrupted downtown traffic. Heat and smoke filled the air as flames threatened nearby properties while trains continued cautiously, with crews rushing to prevent further damage and evacuate bystanders.

Congressman's Remarks on Labor and Capital in a Split Vote Debate

The speech by Congressman Scott of Pennsylvania critiques a proposed separate labor department, arguing it would favor capitalist interests over labor. He contends that commerce and labor share mutual interests and warns such a division would alienate major economic groups, urging rejection of the plan and predicting broader shifts away from industrial conflict.

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Question of Precedence in Washington Society Sparks Debate

A scrambled, aged paragraph discusses a precedence issue in Washington society and the roles of officials. It notes dissension within the Republican influence, mentions Mme Dewey and the Speaker of the House, and touches on Senate influence and cabinet ranks amid a general power struggle in the capital.

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Deaths and funerals in Phoenix and Topeka notices

Funeral details for Charles Broan of Phoenix and John Grife of Topeka appear amid neighborhood notices. Broan, aged about, died after a long illness and burial plans are listed from 634 Monroe Street. Grife, a manufacturer, died recently at age forty four, leaving a son and daughter. burial arrangements and service parties are noted with local references and a city context.

Charles Broan John Moon Thi Tinian Atutgal Tiomuealee Campany Batunlas Anibei Phoenis Ariz Somsumptior Heer Irae Phe Zpate Ana Une Monroe Street John Gril Polk Grei Mr. Greifees Topeka Twente Uiik Tle

Panic on a car assaulting conductor ends in arrests

New York on a trolley car near Mount Vernon Avenue, Port Sicily soldiers attacked passengers, stabbed the conductor, and fired revolvers through windows. Three of the disturbers were captured after a chaotic scene as frightened women screamed and men fled. Ettinger fatally wounded, others detained for investigation.

New York Jan Port Siocum Mount Vernoc Loole Eitneer Solers Pighcink Siateragh Luzon Arte Buvidge Mitchell Daniel Long Long Smitchell Janne

Passage of substituted bill to create department of commerce

Washington January 19 a House vote on a substitute bill to create a department of commerce passed 197 to 41 Republicans and Democrats joined in support The measure would shift bureaus including the interstate commerce commission and statistics unit to the new department while leaving others like the saving service navigation bureau and shipping commissioners under the treasury The bill also authorizes presidential transfer of several bureaus and creates new bureaus for standards immigration manufactures and commerce items not present in the Senate bill

Washington Strugelswich Cingck Senate Department of Camuterat Anil Spritikeiimis Repubill Sane Corkey Department of Tapur House Bureau of Navigation Treasury Department Mit Interstate Commerce Commission

President Endorses Chester L Long for U S Senate

A Kansas political letter shows President 4 Democratic congressman urging support for Chester L Long for the United States Senate. Howard praises Long as the best man to represent the Seventh district, while Scott receives a note of gratitude for favors and requests further aid. The missive ends with a cautious plea for guidance and possible future help.

Democratic Congress Howard Kansas Air Howard Scott Iowa

Reeder Faces Fight for Chairmanship in Irrigation Panel

In Washington on January 19, Representative Reeder is locked in a contest for the chair of the irrigation committee with Mondel and others. Reeder, already heading a key committee, seeks the top post as rival plans to move ahead. The outcome hinges on alignments and support as debates over irrigation policy intensify.

Orchon Nestcannan Mondet Headler Mendel Reeder Mondail

Capitol Senate Session Reports Debates Over Military and Judicial Bills

Washington observers note heated Senate exchanges over a right of way through Fort Sill, a bill to revoke Lieutenant Thynsol’s martial sentence, and judiciary nominations. Senators reference civil affairs and state issues as they clash on procedural moves and party lines.

Washington Fort Sill Oklahoma & Western Rottroyd Pruncia Ninth Cavalry Ieytenant Anthcon Mr. Sulzer Stoaiter Davidwon Senate Cullom Tomer Ing Teppis Curt Mt Helena Ark Haney Tex Wil Tills Charise Republi Mr. Valley New York Texas Asie Phir Denen Murler

Roosevelt Supporters Rally At Steel City Conference

Washington January coverage reports Howard of Wichita endorsing Theodore Roosevelt and urging Congress to empower Interstate Commerce to curb discriminating railroad rates. The piece cites Roosevelt’s appeal, party admiration, and predictions of broad electoral impact amid Union support and Wool Market concerns.

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Corbett A Plunger North Arkansas Oddities

Corbett, a plunging figure from Stet Springs, Arkansas, drew attention Saturday with sensational betting and claims of a planned challenge. The account notes wagers, a brief confrontation, and a traditional betting scene surrounding Corbett and a rival named Steodoramn, with lingering rumors of a match outcome.

Stet Springs Arkent Younk New York Corbett Steodoramn Newt

Cases of Sqablet Fever Prank Bonebrake’s Daughter Ill

Olde Bonenmse, a reared daughter of Finn Bonebrakte of Buchanan Street, is sick with acerot fever. The note says treatment or care is needed and mentions a visit by Bonebeake and a request for guidance or tests to aid recovery. The fragmentary text cites blood fever symptoms and a desire for Sangellhbe authority or dates.

Bonebrake Finn Bonebrakte Buchanan Strest Howe Sangellhbey

Coal Men Indicted on Public Market Conspiracy

Fragmentary OCR notes report indictments of coal men on a public market conspiracy. The text is garbled but references a de Soto company and upcoming court action with no clear details.

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Legislative Sidelights On Barker Speakership Contenders

Fragmented notes show confusion among Barker supporters as efforts to line up votes falter with rival senatorial managers split over candidate choices. Mentions Caidepnena’s daughter and Senator Allen of Doniphan County noting the widening gap in strategy and potential state appropriation for the Hurchinote fete.

Caidepnena Allen Doniphan County Bush Law Office Kansas City

Local fires and health notes raise town chatter

Morning fire at 313 Monroe Street damages the J. M Wilson house occupied by Anna Davis after a faulty chimney. City Attorney Charles F. Ver has been in office. W. H. Denun released from detention hospital in Atchison. Smallpox considered over, Damm may sue city, five at Santa Fe hospital show evidence of prior infection. State Journal notice about Col F. Savage’s political bid and Capper withdrawal. MCA basketball title game set for Tuesday January 2, between Royals and Orphans.

Monroe Street J. M Wilson Anna Davis Chas. F. Ver W. H. Denun Atchison Damm Fty Sante Fe State Journal Col F. Savage Senta Fe Advertining Copeland County Arthur Capper Shawnee Persimmon Royals

Alexandra's Attire Startles Fashion Set at Theatre

Queen Alexandra appears in high neck gown of black satin and chiffon with collar of jewels, sparking outrage among fashion followers. Report notes her throat blemish led to covered style, while Langtry’s gown remains a topic of chatter as markets and social scenes intertwine in a bustling era.

Quen Alexandra Langry

Markets Today Favorable Weather Depresses Corn Prices

Market report shows weather dampening corn values while live stock trade weakens. May wheat up modestly amid conflicting signals and strong cables, oats trading steady to firm as corn strengthens. Hog futures soften with lighter buying interest and pork values sliding. cash grains mixed with mixed regional receipts and futures adjustments.

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Market report from Chicago area grain and livestock prices

A dense market snapshot covers Chicago produce and livestock markets. It names Wheat Corn and Oats prices, cattle and hog receipts, dairy items, cattle feed futures, and regional market activity with references to Minneapolis Milwaukee and Boston pricing signals.

Fragmented OCR note on pending case details and names

A garbled OCR line references possible legal actions and names amid partial phrases. It mentions a defendant or party with unclear first name and cites a court or remand context, plus scattered terms that resemble trial or financial references, but specifics are unreadable.

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