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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1903
Page
7
Readable fragments describe a witness recounting immunity requests and alleged bribe discussions during a committee hearing. Names, dates, and places are scattered as testimonies touch on immunity, a fall session, and a move to a hotel after hours. The account centers on a contentious exchange and shifting statements.
The late Mrs. Marthe J. Leake aged 76 died after a fall at her home on Harrison Street. The report notes she leaves a daughter and mentions arrangements for the funeral. Also listed are references to her relatives and the funeral services held at an Oaklawn location. A second obituary references a Mr. and Mrs. Hy Mire, with details about their daughter and local school connections.
Partial readable notes describe Karna timing an arrival in Honolu and a four hour period noted around Sam Francie. The fragmentary text mentions various names and times but lacks clear events or dates to confirm a full report.
A garbled 1920s-style note reports the resignation of Hawaii’s attorney general under Governor Dole. The fragment hints at political struggle, possible legal reform, and references to New York figures, but the text is incomplete and cannot confirm precise names, dates, or outcomes.
In Toronto a pauper EW Hyman, admitted to the city’s poorhouse, died after a decade of poverty. Attorneys contend the widow and heirs, Mrs Hebecos Hyman and Mrs Fiurt of San Francisco, claim the estate valued at 100000, while opposing relatives contest the relationship and rightful heir status.
A crow lifted a milk pall cover and drank its contents near a hose area. The bird took the cover with its beak and flew away while the milk was spilled. a watcher reported the incident and noted the pall was left uncovered briefly.
General Milct and party arrive from Berlin this afternoon and head to the Continental hotel. The general and staff visit the United States embassy with Ambassador Porter, then meet General Andre and other French military officials to review the military school and related French defense institutions.
Fort y new members join First Cumberland Presbyterian Church as revival services continue beyond Sunday evening appeal. Pastor A H Kelno delivers a forceful address while Croster leads music. Services held each evening at 7 30 at the corner of Fifth and West streets Washington Notes: George H Marshall named teacher at Hivasuprex Indian School. Lincoln club to hear Bud Burton's initiation speech at annual banquet. Letter carriers appointed. Urban Wilton and others listed as regulars and substitutes.
A Jan. 36 note from Charlotte describes an unsuccessful bank vault robbery at Mocksville early morning. Gunfire fired at two bank officials. several shots fired. no one injured. The thief escaped with a small sum in loose money.
A dated notice outlines changes to the Topeka streetcar transfers affecting West Tenth Avenue East Portela and Santa Fe depot routes. It specifies transfer points at Eighth and Kansas avenues and details passenger eligibility, no transfer on some southbound legs, and aims to limit fare evasion while preserving service to Garland and Washburn College lines.
Fragmented account describes travel routes near Porto Rico and nearby islets with references to San Juan Possession Arevibo and other locales. Mentions steamers, routes from New Orleans, and American influence shaping regional access and port activity.
The note describes a voyage setup from southern port offering modern facilities for enjoyment and sports, promising mild Gulf Stream temperatures to forget frost. It cites a record of ninety seven hours from Mev Tare to San Juan on a rerouting trip, with stops at inter coastal caves and eight vessel services. Travelers would return via another route from San Juan, highlighting a new Caribbean winter excursion.
A wild tale from natural history reporters claims an elephant halted a passenger train on the Adams Express line. The creature shattered a track light and dragged a car cord before halting the train near Philadelphia, prompting rapid telegraph inquiries and official investigations.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls winter chores near the hearth with family routines and the old wood fire. The narrator describes smells, sounds, and the steady heartbeat of a cold season, capturing the intimate atmosphere of home life and routine.
The article reports Castellane winning reelection to the seat in Parliament from the Alpes de Haute-Provence region, with the campaign noting upheaval and the ousting episode. Details mention the November 7 vote, party dynamics, and ongoing vote tallies as results remained incomplete.
Henry Dillard a Pecoral Court bailiff owns a live porcupine captured in Wisconsin last summer during a camping trip with Jugs Williams Hook The six month old animal weighs about a pound is playful and intelligent and has been trained to perform tricks It roams freely around his house and yard and eats vegetables in captivity it also enjoys bacon and pork and uses its forepaws to feed itself The porcupine defends itself with a heavy tail and quills though Dillard notes quills are not as dangerous as widely believed The wild animal occasionally visited camps to scavenge scraps while the owner studied its habits to provide proper care
Two young women from Woodstown, Emily Ilpbinccott and Berths BucAlister, were held on $600 bail after separate arrests in Philadelphia. Emily faced a diamond theft charge from Minnie Predesinks, while Berths admitted to a velveteen sale theft. Detectives linked a silk tie and raglan coat to Berths, who claimed she wrote the report but was captured later. The case involves alleged shoplifting and jewelry theft with unclear resolution.
Live stock trade shows steady cattle and hog prices with receipts around 2000 hogs and 13 cars of cattle reported. Wheat and corn futures edged lower on light demand amid mixed regional results, while oats showed limited gains as traders awaited clearer guidance from export markets and weather signals.
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