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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1903
Page
5
Disjointed OCR text mentions Topeka State Journal and Associated Press with scattered references to events, sales, and people. The readable portion lists speakers, attendees, and mentions a state bee and local figures, but exact details are fragmented.
Disjointed OCR notes mix wartime references with personal scenes. It mentions German action, Venezuelan links, and American policy hints while weaving in social chatter about weddings, gifts, and daily life. The text blends political debate with domestic detail and catalogues scattered names and places.
A highly corrupted OCR sample presents a long fragmentary text with scattered names and phrases. The readable portions hint at dialogue and narrative lines but lack coherent events, dates, or clear subjects suitable for a precise news summary.
A fragment from a gossip column or letter page discusses whether twin brothers are more related than other siblings. The text references photographers, a photogr aph portrait, and a local drama of unrequited affection, with scattered names and events that are unclear due to OCR errors. It hints at social intrigue and audience reaction to personal relationships.
Fragmented OCR text presents a dubious title and garbled lines about a bachelor and women. Readable parts show likely literary musings or a poem fragment with unclear author and date references. The source lacks coherent facts or identifiable institutions.
A garbled OCR pass yields a jumble of words and names. readable bits hint at a Quaker reflections piece mentioning dates and individuals like Goble and Bresluche. The text lacks coherent structure, making specifics uncertain, but the fragmentary items suggest a period-piece reflection or notice with personal names and dates.
A mangled OCR fragment references distant regions and names in a disjointed mix. It hints at people or places such as Ereche and Thabeania, with scattered phrases about wealth and muttered thoughts, but offers no coherent event or clear dates.
Editorial criticizes railroad passes as bribes influencing Minnesota North Dakota Montana Idaho Washington legislatures. It argues passes were perquisites used to sway lawmakers and cites President Mellen and Admiral Dewey as contrasts to corrupt uses of power. The piece condemns officials who accept passes as undermining law and public trust.
A lament over fuel price manipulation and its impact on the poor. The writer notes how adding even a cent raises bills by millions for the state and public coffers, urging restraint while highlighting widespread suffering and calls for reform after harsh times.
Washington reports Rep Lessler testified on the witness stand denying most charges amid a hearing into alleged bribery and a submarine proposition. He described meetings with Deblin, recounting details of conversations, telegrams, and the hotel room scene as he sought to explain the events underlying the investigation.
Nine recent cases from various districts include scarlet fever diphtheria smallpox measles and chickpox. many patients are children. Names and addresses appear for several families with illnesses such as diphtheria scarlet fever and measles. quarantines and local alerts noted.
Fragmentary wire service notes a British steamer Grate trim Giaicor incident near Haresey island with six crew missing and others injured. Unclear names and details follow about trials and funerals, with references to Michigan University and a church service for a Reother Prom.
Washington January 27 The senate heard a petition from Indian Territory urging statehood while debates focused on pension policy. Senator Quay faced procedural hurdles from Mrs Aldrich as Mr Scott urged creating a commission to study pension reform and consider $12 monthly payments for Civil War veterans once they reach 62. The discussion highlighted the contrast between muster rolls and pension rolls and called for continued duty to veterans. The House later moved to consider bills from the Federal Budget Committee.
An 18 year old boy escapes from Heform School after a violent incident near the Kaw River. He was guided by a policeman, brought to the station, then given dry clothes. Authorities note the incident involved local priests and a later memorial linked to New Mexico.
The family of clair Gewlt thanks those who assisted and offered prayers after the passing of their beloved husband. They express gratitude for help with words and deeds, acknowledge the sympathy shown, and invite continued support from friends and neighbors in Topeka Kansas.
Representative Jones introduces two bills fixing printer compensation for official notices and ballots. The proposed law sets fees at 10 dollars per thousand words and a separate rate for delinquent tax lists, with limits tied to prior county practices. The bill seeks to ensure printers provide timely service and enforceable payment terms.
Chief Justice Clark of North Carolina will speak to the State Bar Association on Some Considerations Upon the Constitution at the United States. The gathering opens with his arrival in Topeka and a sequence of sessions featuring judiciary and legal education discussions, with remarks by Clark and others.
Nichol, a veteran from the Fifth ward, announces candidacy for reelection. The incumbent asserts his one term in office, aligns with the best candidates, and expresses support from council members while facing tough trades within party factions.
The article notes a presidential visit to Canton at 2 o'clock with the president’s party aboard a gleaming train and mentions envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary titles conferred on Bar on Speck voo Sternberg. It also covers Colonel Arthur Lynch’s treason conviction and sentence commutation details alongside German representation in Washington.
Mr L Bristow, fourth assistant master general, arrived from Washington to attend events with the Kansas Day club. He praised Senator Long, predicted a strong Senate career, and spoke of recovery from an eye injury. Bristow said he would visit Hansan Street next week before returning to Washington.
Milwaukee Postal Telegraph plans to employ girls as messengers in the downtown and branch offices. Manager McGill cites boy labor shortages and approves the step as suitable for proper, outdoor work. applicants must be over 14 with city knowledge. Milwaukee Journal.
Margaret J Porter of Marz Avenue died yesterday at Neaverrhor at age 84. Funeral services will be held Thursday at SW dock where Rev. Mre rtieabesty Fawptec will officiate. Burial at the estate of S amd re Lawrence. Bondsy Eran survived by three years in the home.
Mrs. Natio helps organize the Topeknaig School Alumni Association hosting its first annual meeting this February. Danide Dwelly of Katans City travels for the event, with plans for a winter tea and elections. Preparations advance as members consider a four team option for winter events at Pig school. Westness indicates the meeting date next week.
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