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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1904

Page

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Banquet Liquor Question Sparks Kansas Assembly Debate

Judge T F Garver denounces executive council for allowing tampered punch and a liquor annex at the annual Kansta State Banquet. President Slonecker defends the committee while others argue the association was not formed to regulate members’ personal wishes. Banquet to proceed with hopes liquor will not be served tonight.

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Surveyor appointed for boundary work near San Francisco

The text notes a United States surveyor appointed to examine a boundary survey between two regions with an annual pace and rate described. A second item reports Ike Kiet’s arrest for alleged intoxication at Laws’ table after a police morning patrol.

Sranipaton Jan Aoncia Colomtana Howard Carpenter California Sen United States

Bailey Support Stirs Cherokee County Political Talk

Attorney Williams of Cherokee County comments on Bailey and the state convention. He rejects reports of a Bailey challenge and notes local sentiment backing Wheatley and Road interest. The piece reflects regional loyalties as candidates like Bailey, Wheatley, and others are discussed.

Williams Cheroker County Topeka Tuliy Wheatley Bailey Dick Bide

Hazen for Judge in Republican bid at Wichita convention

Friends of Tudee ZT Hazen push to advance his name for associate justice of the Kansas Supreme Court at the Wichita Heald convention. Reports say Hazen has strong backing from Topeka bar leaders and district judges statewide though no formal announcement has been made. If nominated and elected, Hazen would not assume the high court seat until after his current term as district judge ends.

Tudee Hazen Supreme Court Wichita Lee Topeka Jinsel Supreme Bench Judes Hagen Hina Mide State Bar Aetociation Firmen Stawnes Pokminate Juste Haken Aupreme Court Tie Firat Shawnee County Hagen Arsume Dirius Tin Shout Hazen Ms Dintrier Ex- Dire Lewis Larsen Kansas Kansas State Delry Larson S foMowe Asc Tannehill Tovetm Tandehili Asain Aguibet Larean Oscar Rf Enlreme John Compton Carleton Kan Cgt Merry Nortonville F.C. Dextine Kap M. E. Stratum Melverns Soi McNay Buckeye Mark Compton Potterohn Compton B. Merry Erearm D. Martins Parsons Fees Frank Gardner J. J. Wondbigier Labelle Soo Ord Frank Ubl Gardeer Sas Wondtigler Taberta John Liteki Council Groy N Stevens Mutohinker Parsons l Association J. A. Forney Abnen Brandt Dwight Lilverfeld Louis SS Louis Seaich St Louis W. J. Taller Ataie Aml Atlantic Krrsws State Dairy Association Bandas

Leavenworth County GOP Primaries Spark Delegate Fight

Leavenworth Kansas January 22 Republican primaries are held in Leavenworth County for delegates to the county convention and later to the state and congressional conventions. The contest centers on the congressional delegation with Curtin supporters seeking parity bolt risks. Voting hours vary by location, with city polling 6 to 7 pm and Soldiers’ Home 3 to 5 pm.

Leavenworth Kan Curtin Patie Jackson County Atchison Soldiers Dome Dork Topeka

Severe cold grips Topeka and Midwest with subzero lows

An intense cold wave swept the north and northwest to Topeka with the government thermometer showing seven degrees above zero between six and nine this morning. Winds shifted from northwest to west around six thirty, blowing up to eleven miles per hour. Record low temperatures were reported in several towns with Huron at twenty below, St Paul at twenty two below, and Minneapolis at forty below. The forecast called for generally fair today with warmer Sunday and west portion tonight. Temperature readings continued periodically through the morning hours with winds from the north at two am reaching fourteen miles per hour.

Topeka Kantz Kent Petley Huron St. Paul Minredness

Santa Fe toe flat ost sets new distance mark in Chicago

In Chicago a record run of the Santa Fe toe flat ost reached 1 50 p m after starting in Albuquerque. Charles Clark covered LI 7 miles in 32 hours 5 half minutes, beating prior times for the Santa Fe route and the Westbound Lowe special. Clark plans to return to New York after a stop at the Shoen Wmited. Election row erupts into riot as factions clash. one man killed, several wounded.

Chicago Santa Fe Charles Claese Steart New York Clark Ciaeife Goeth Albuquenque N.M California Se Uditorium Annex Cubs Cientiesna Cube Jan Si Chae. W. Clark Carlo Montana Albuquerque Fourka Santa Pe Phoenix Ariz New York City Albuquerdiue Morsinit la Junta la Tunta Kansas Prairies Newton Topeka Peacock Division Osage City Fort Madisin

Farmer's Sudden Death in Minneapolis Kas

Ken Watson, one of the oldest settlers, wealthy farmer and stock dealer, died suddenly at his home on Wednesday in Minneapolis Kas. The incident ends the long local presence of a prominent figure in farming and trade.

Minneapolis Kas Ken Watson Mr. Watson

Death by own action verdict in Wright cyanide case

London coroner declares Whitaker Wright died by deliberate self poisoning after arriving at court with cyanide tabloid and loaded revolver. Jury finds sanity and cites plan to self destruct if verdict adverse. Details recount his wealth, ventures, Surrey palace, and family ruin amid a sensational inquest narrative.

London Guiride Whitaker Wright Wright Teipotams Duishle Weat Lewin Eyre Waters London & Globe Corporation Weiett Evita Mr. Waters Sani Frederberger Timath Law Court Peahanly Tor Sway England Augtealla Canada United States Tendon Gambilox Australia América al Evenys Palace Surrey Lea Park Lord Dufferin

Mrs Clark Dies in New York After Illness

Mrs. Charles Walter Clark of San Mateo California died in New York City after weeks of treatment. Her funeral is planned from Senator Clark's residence or St Themes church, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Charles W Clark, senator's eldest son, and other family members rushed to the city.

New York Charles Walter Chirk San Bateo Cal Clark Charles W. Clark Arizona M. J. Cunningham Mis Senator Clark St. Themes Church Woodlawn

Taft Arrives as Secretary of War Welcomed in Washington

Taft former governor general of the Philippines and new secretary of war arrived at the station amid enthusiastic crowds. Lieutenant General Adna Chaffee chief of staff, Assistant Secretary Oliver, and Colonel Clarence W. Faeards greeted him as he stepped from the long train shed. The crowd let out a cheer as Taft was escorted through the crowd.

Wratington W. H. Taft Philippines Pennsylvania Chicago Adon He Chaffee Staf United States Army Olver Clarence Faewards Division of Insular Affairs War Department Taft Jong Chaffee Oliver

Taft Receives Secretarial Post Amid Parade at Station

Governor Taft arrived with General Chafee and Colonel Edwards in full uniform as crowds roared at the station plaza. Secretary Root welcomed his successor at the war department before Taft was driven to the Arlington hotel. Taft praised his health and trip. Mrs Taft and children remained in California.

Taft Chafee Edwards Oliver Fifteenth Cavalry Fort Myer War Department Root Arlington Hotel California

Burton Gives Bond in Post Office Fraud Case

U S Senator J H Burton of Kansas posted 35000 bail to face trial in the United States circuit court on March 7 for allegedly taking money to influence postal officials against a fraud order for Rialto Grain and Securities. He pleaded not guilty. sureties were Ernest H Kaster George W Adams and Herbert A Vrooman. McIntire a Merchants Brokerage official may testify against Burton while the firm’s former bookkeeper is said to have suggested paying $200 to influence the senator. Court schedule shifts planned an early March trial and Burton named J B as a potential intermediary.

St. Louis U. S J. H. Burton Kansas United States Rauney Rialto Grain and Securities Adams Ernest H. Kaster George W. Adams Herbert A. Vrooman Arthur F. McIntire Bing Merchants’ Brokerage and Commission Company J. R. Burton Kanens Fhilalto Grain and Securities Company Post Office Department Burton Merchatte’ Brokerage Comhelen Company William Wilmerton United States Distier Nn Company J. F. Burton Attornay Taws Dyer McIntire Brc-Intire Chicago United State District Judgne Adams Sig Jaden Krum Bothwell

Buster movement targets senate over employe graft and costs

The piece argues that the senate under T. T. Kelly and Hoch aligned factions hid a large employe payroll. It claims per member spending on staff was far higher in the senate than in the house, with personal clerks, doorkeepers, tutors, and clerks each senator, accusing Gov Talley era of graft and blaming taxpayers for higher costs.

State Journal Senate Fulley House Kelly Ante Auditors Buster Inie Talley Halley

Prominent Wichita Man Dead After Illness

Wichita Kas Jan 25 H H Myers aged 60 years died at his home after a lingering illness. He had been in business in Wichita for six years. The report lists regional temperatures including New York 14 and Washington 18 with other cities noted as below zero.

Cities Orleaea Jar New York Breton Againdelphis Washington Cicneef Minneapolis Cincinnaat Sc Lous Wichita Kas H. H. Myers Ines

He Led the Bolt Aide to James H Lowell Claim

James H Lowell asserts he did not long ago lead the bolt inquiry and contrasts the claim with records. The note frames Lowell as denying a recent leadership role while referencing a related bolt effort and a cited source.

James H. Lowell

Political intrigue and endorsements in Kansas county races

The Jackson county scene features Democrats voting for opponents in the Curtis Walker ticket while endorsers tout James L. Lowell of Holton for the Democratic member seat on the railroad commissioners board. Ashbaugh of Wichita is also discussed as a potential candidate amid debate over rates and representation. A Mankato Monitor report notes a polarized county meeting regarding Roosevelt Heeler and Dalley with Bailey favored by the committee but not decisively.

Walker-Curtin Jackson County Broderick Thompson Thompson-Broderick Curtis-Walker James HL. Lowell Mie Stanley Board of Railroad Commissioners James L, Lowell Holton Lowell James Ft Lowell Hotton James.ea Kate Mankato Ronsevelt Heeler Ang Dalley Waa Neterlind Alley Bailey Hoch Jackson Pratt

Seize the Armory: Colorado Guard Troops Occupy Pueblo Armory

In Pueblo Colorado more than forty members of Company G Colorado National Guard seized the armory building and its contents and are holding it. They demand over five dollars per day in pay for service in the Creek conflict. Authorities have not yet decided on action. Some soldiers claim they were turned out and left to suffer, which this report denies.

Pueblo Colo Colorado National Guard Ensteant B. Carilste Som Coldends Lew ‘Barnes

Wichia Man Acquitted Sparks Tears at Jury Verdict

Bain Was acquitted after a jury verdict reported Wednesday, ending a long deliberation. Tears flowed as the defendant shook hands with supporters. Weather notes indicate generally fair and warmer conditions with southerly winds in Kansas.

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