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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1903
Page
1
A catastrophic derailment and fire near New York leaves twenty two dead and many injured as an express train plows into a local, wreckage spreads, and engineers and officials face scrutiny over the catastrophe. Victims include passengers from Plainfield and nearby towns, with rescue crews racing to reach the flames and identify the dead. The disaster disrupts service, prompts formal inquiries, and tests early emergency response efforts.
The Kansas legislature convened a joint session to certify Chester E. Long as United States senator for the full term beginning March. Lieutenant Governor Hanna announced the election after a vote showing 33 for Levis and 29 for Maceil. Long addressed the gathered crowd, pledging duty and unity while acknowledging expectations from supporters. The joint convention adjourned until morning.
Frankfort Ky. special to the Courier-Journal reports Samet B Howanl of Clark county firing the shot that killed Witfred Goebel. Henry H M Youtsey admits role in the conspiracy linking to the governor’s race. He says the shot came from the front window of the private secretary’s office and names William S Taylor Charles Finniey Caleb Powers John L Power William H Dilton and William Z Davidson as co conspirators.
In Carson Nevada on January 28 the Nevadi lelsist houses voted on United States senator with results showing Francis as a Democrat and Thomas P. Fbacie as a Republican, alongside Hogue Newlands Hawley Columbia and others. January 23 in Opai Asbury Latimer was elected senator to succeed Ee Laurin Him receiving votes from both federal assembly branches. A separate item notes the Third Torpedo Boat entering Constantine on January 18 bound for Sebastopol.
Government forecast today predicts a threat of tonight and Thursday with possible rain and colder temperatures. Moisture in precipitation is expected to be light to moderate. Winds will be light and highs will be around the mid range while the thermometer readings may fall to near freezing tonight.
A boiler in the Southern Car and Foundry Company malleable foundry exploded, killing six people and seriously injuring several others. Among the dead or injured were Thomas Tarch, the fitter, Hardy the care maker, Z A Fortis the boilermaker, Cirde Price, and two unidentified men. Parts of the boiler weighing hundreds of pounds were hurled from the blast, and the exact cause remains unknown.
A fog bound Chicago Northwestern train collision caused eight serious injuries and many minor injuries. Officials say the crash occurred amid low visibility near La Bex station, with emergency crews responding promptly.
Philadelphia January 28 The anthracite storm panel hearings examined why independent operators favored curbing the foodline of the coming mines rather than granting workers overtime. Miners' Attorney Thirrow pressed to summon presidents of the committees to testify on alleged production limits. Chairman Gray indicated the commission would consider the matter as the commission weighs industry restraint and market impact.
The Young Men's Christian Association plans a lecture by Hokeem in tones about the Nero and Merstume. The speaker will discuss experiences and outcomes from past adventures. Weather forecast for Chicago indicates fair weather today, with rain likely Thursday and strong winds.
A passenger train collision near Valls east of Tucson at 2 AM caused eleven deaths as cars burned and oil spread. Engineer Brite and fireman Wilkie perished. another fireman seriously injured. Seventeen passengers were treated or sent to hospitals. A Cambridge, Massachusetts traveler named Bitton burned to death. Eight bodies recovered with more feared missing.
A rear-end collision between freight No 5 and the second section of freight No 4 occurred at Lexington Junction Missouri. One way car and one freight car damaged but no injuries reported. Delays impacted Nos 5 and 3, with arrival times pushed back by hours.
In Watsonville California Jim 28 Mary Nugent, a wealthy Pajaro Valley young woman, was shot by John Biaily after Nugent refused a 340 tour Brady seized a shotgun and fired. A surrounding mob fired at the house as Brady appeared at the door. William Valencia, a geese member, shot Brady under the chin, killing him instantly.
A garbled fragment describes a Davenport case involving Wasti Jani and others linked to a fatal event. It mentions a bartender, a farm laborer, and a declared death, with references to an FBI presence and a late entry to a scene. The text is incoherent and lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
General Leonard Wood will travel to Topeka to address the Kansas Day club. Willian Allen White, KC club president, will greet him and escort him to Topeka. A Knife and Fork club delegation from Kansas City will likely accompany him and attend in Topeka and Friday night. Governor Halley, Sen Mor-sied Long and Colonel Motcalé will meet him on arrival for a 2 PM reception is planned.
Washington reflects a heated Senate session on a resolution touching allegations of a murder described as old blooded. Senators clash over witnesses, wartime authorities, and whether the army incurred blame amid alleged suppression of facts. House proceedings follow with Indian appropriation discussions.
Jan 23 report from Cananea Mexico says Taauis attacked the mining town of San Marcial three days earlier and nearly seized it. Among defenders were over 20 Americans with eight killed including Sir McAll ex superintendent of the Puerto Cline mine, Frank Penchenton foreman, B D Schuur, and George Carrell.
The tax measure, drafted by a legislative commission, faces strong opposition from Republican lenders and some party figures who want it kept in its present form. Francis, chair of the tax commission, steered the bill through second reading by moving referral to the whole house rather than the taxation committee. The caucus will decide the fate of the bill with supporters pressing to pass it largely intact, while opponents needle its terms.
Muslin underwear offered at an average 3 discount. The lot includes mussed and slightly to badly tumbled items moved into the lower priced pile. Last week’s sale lines were closed out, but this week offers better picking as higher priced items are cleared to make way for spring fabrics.
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