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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1903
Page
6
An advertisement claims coughing can be smothered but not cured by hand or medicine. Scott's Emulsion is said to replace inflamed throat and lung tissue, ending coughs by promoting healthier tissue. The copy endorses Browne product lines and related chemist details.
Observers note the failure to stage The Great Stampede after a weak try at advertising. Reports mention boos and mixed reception as the popular play falters. Local industry chatter links the lapse to broader metal trade activity and a large electrical company order.
Chicago officials announce a broad pay raise for teachers over four years totaling about 250,000, with increases for grade and primary school staff. Principals and high school department heads also see salary bumps, as the board implements the new schedules for teachers and assistants.
Reported backstage issues mark a turbulent opening of a play with remarks on actors joints and possible debates over endorsements. William Allen White attends but misses key moments while rumors swirl about Senator Curtis and Lane entering the scene. The show, though strained, features a nine day run and novelty acts in a crowded theater.
District superintendents and other staff were returned to the old salary schedule in force last year with reductions. Superintendent Edwin G. Cadtey’s salary rose from $7,000 to $10,000 as part of the adjustments.
A chaotic report describes a freight embargo influencing fordhien metal trains and coal movement across western regions. It notes lighter buying in Seeding pia rot Uberetbeitiroe and a general pause in shipping as authorities discuss alliance and policy shifts amid rising tensions between Chicago and Pittsburgh rail zones.
Seattle reports the Northwestern Siberian mining concession to Americans for 200000 square miles near Beringia and the Arctic Ocean. In Helena Montana the Senate rejected W S Stewart nomination tied to the fifth ward club. Fulton New York enacts a curfew: three fire alarm tips at 3 am. youths under 16 require guardians after that hour.
A traveling drug salesman from Linkaste Pa recounts his turn to Grape-Nuts after years of nervousness and fatigue caused by irregular meals and poor water. He details relief from distress, restored energy, and renewed ability to work, urging others to try the cereal as a medicine-like tonic.
A stream of visits and gatherings fills an in town social calendar with Dr and Mrs AH Thompson hosting a dinner and luncheon events. Guests include Abby Ware from Kansas City, Misses Ware and Ware, Theta parties in Lawrence, and numerous Kansas cities sending relatives and friends to receptions, dances, and church functions across the week.
Lincoln Neb Jan 2 W J Bryan was drawn as juror in the Lancaster District Court for the February term notificatio n was sent him that he must report for three weeks duty beginning March 2. An attorney may request excusal and the judge will decide if allowed.
A city probe examined a bond tied to a business and the excise commission filed proceedings. The action seeks recovery of the bond amount due to law violations in February, with Bernard Reich linked to the matter and the bondholder facing penalties under the regulatory framework.
Former New York police chief William Devery voices opposition to General Greene becoming Police Commissioner after Partridge. He questions military fit, warns of political consequences, and cites failures in local policing while criticizing Mayor Low and current leadership. He laments slow reform and notes a burglary report mishandled by police.
Last night the Midwinter exposition attracted record crowds with full vaudeville and Seer shows. Guards and police kept order as attendance for both afternoon and night shows surpassed previous records, though some lines and confusion persisted.
The Wednesday crowd numbers climbed past 5000 with space tight as Brigham praised the Ceres Ethel Florence act. A 12 year old performer suffered a sprained foot but continued the show amid busy exhibits from the 1 & f club and various Kansan displays. Cars, booths, and charity drives filled the fair, with vendors offering books, office supplies, and candy while local sports and attractions drew visitors.
The Fanning MII company runs a fanning mill exhibit with loud noise and selects items, while the Louee-tiles Cracker and Candy company promotes a new illuminated picture of a ruin and offers free beer and tackle samples. A novel display features a gold Roumriver with a castle ruin in the bottom and electric illumination, and colorful fixtures like Detrolling Spoons to clear water. The Crabby Brown display shows a dining and bedroom setup, and the dtnby Toom offers Flemish oak furniture and a mahogany bed. Visitors sign a register at booths for admission and to share opinions on the exposition.
The New Crawford presents a trio of attractions starting Friday night with Peck's Bad Boy and Davy Crockett opening acts, plus a two night engagement and Saturday matinee. A four acre drama Theories tealling features strong real life inspired scenes and notable performances by Blasdicie and other stars. The bill includes Mr Jolly of Joliet and Hellcove at the New Crawford, with famed actors Clemens and Wardens in other showings.
A frayed telegraph note notes a springlike spell causing concern in Independent district coal ranks. It records a price around 719 a ton for sale yesterday, with unclear references to a market venue and names.
Philadelphia January 22 The merafit of the International Mercantiline Marine company has begun a strike aimed at reshaping their fleet. The plan includes changing the national flag on several steamers such as De Noordiasd and Rekgeniai to British tones, signaling a broader shift in allegiance and control.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Jessie Luther curator of the Labor museum at Hall House planning spinning and weaving instruction. The passage mentions instructors, a department for workwear and crafts, and a stalled, garbled account of a fatal incident in Linden and other scattered details.
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