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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1904
Page
13
This brief notes a planned act referred to as Hanna's scheme to ruin or end the remaining years of a man's life by focusing on his work. The wording suggests a dare or warning about obstructing ongoing labor or occupation.
Senator Hanna argues against socialism, urging unity of capital and labor under a civic federation, while praising cooperative spirit and political guidance to balance exploitation fears. The piece notes Labor, capital, and organized unions as forces shaping the nation’s future and references President Roosevelt’s leadership and Confederate remembrance.
A Florida organization finally receives overdue honor after decades of effort, highlighting the perseverance of its members. The piece notes a strong, guiding figure akin to President Roosevelt and underscores the community impact of the achievement.
Senate approves Gorman resolution to learn if past U S military actions in Panama were executive, request driven, or self initiated. It seeks copies of notes and correspondence with New Granada and Colombia, dates, circumstances, and department orders. The session adjourned until Monday.
Ledger of postmasters and rural free delivery workers shows reimbursements and dental expenses for the second quarter. Names include Tarika M Chisham Atehteon Gutbein Mturtodic Wachita Sartin Henderson Eldon Lowe Hasner Sewaul Concordia Hollinerworth Woodring Wiley Ling among others with modest sums listed.
Chicago millionaires organize a Field and Workshop society to fund large scale philanthropy and slum improvement. ET Hesen Thal supports the Indus tell art league as principal sponsor. The group plans national reach with fifty thousand dollars pledged and annual conventions to appoint trustees.
Obituary notes James Clark, longtime head of the James Clark Leather Co of St. Louis, died at his Plainfield New Jersey home. He had retired years ago from active business and left an estimated wealth of about 10 million dollars.
Wide flood from the crests of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers floods lower cities. Skiffs patrol submerged districts in Pittsburgh and Allegheny. Water reaches several wards, railroads and plants are submerged, trains stranded, and relief efforts underway as cold slows thaw.
Bailey gains in Jackson and Brown counties while anti Bailey forces push hard in Reno and Johnson. Roosevelt era style coverage notes Curtis Walker strength, the Hutchinson rally, and a Sterling anti Bailey train as results shape the governor race and delegate fights with Bailey asserting broad support and calls for new state officers if needed.
Washington reports that American minister to Panama Buchanan will return to the United States in a few days from Colon. The State Department warns the trip is not a resignation but a temporary reassignment tied to ongoing administrative affairs.
Local whispers suggest Hoch has the edge in Johnson County among voters. The Reno primary results loom, and observers expect Hoch to carry the counter while political leaders ponder potential retirements tied to the Feeult in Johnson.
Jackson county results shape Curtis campaign as Topeka politicians weigh impact. Mulvane, Stonecker, Guthrie and others assess whether Broderick victory alters Curtis strength in Jefferson Brown Atchison and Shawnee. Several officials note Curtis remains competitive, with gains expected in remaining counties.
Officials from the New York Central and General Electric meet to plan tests on the Schenectady to Hoffmans tracks aiming to exceed Germany’s 120 mph Prossen record. Engineers expect speeds of 63 mph previously and hope for 15 mph more, potentially raising suburban rail speeds in New York City.
General Horatio King of Brooklyn informed President Roosevelt that he now has fourteen grandchildren after the birth of the latest child. Roosevelt replied with warm congratulations and praised the mother of the youngest grandchild in a letter expressing pride and good wishes.
Kansas City reports native steers selling from 3.60 to 4.65, hogs 4.75 to 5.00, and corn futures firm amid May gains and June selling pressure. Wheat showed active buying with May climbing before a later retreat, while receipts and prices varied across corn and provisions markets.
Washburn girls basketball team from Trucks defeated Haskell 21 to 19 last night. Teamwork was even but Washburn excelled in throwing free throws and rarely missed, while Haskell was charged with a foul throw. Lawrence, 6 minutes, noted in coverage.
A. M. McDearmott Commission Co lists 1 and 3 new Devlin Bulla Boome items at Stocks Grains Provisions. Firm details unclear but indicates updates to commodities and location Kansas Avenue.
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