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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1903
Page
12
A crowded market section notes weak cattle and a soft corn complex with hogs down about a point. Reported price movement covers futures and cash trade, with commentary on demand, supply, and shifting feed values across major grains and livestock categories.
At Kansas City Jan 31 a crowd gathered as General Whitler Metcnif former colonel Robart Biteeimmons and Tim Funston exchanged banter and tall tales. The evening touched on General Hughes and past battles, while jokes and boasts highlighted a lively wartime reunion before a crowd of soldiers and spectators.
The trial of Willams Stolteman proceeds with two witnesses tracing a body found in a corn shock to Stolteman’s fatherless farm. Jurors hear about footprints from a Pawnee post, house and a missing suit case scene. A courtroom outburst occurs as J I Sheppard testifies and Stolteman reacts with a grave, restrained demeanor.
In northeastern Pennsylvania a man named Younkin tracked a rogue bear and crawled into a cave opening where he encountered the animal wearing a steel trap on its foreleg. The bear dragged him, then escaped into the woods leaving behind part of the trap and bite marks. A watchful search party found some carcass remains but the bear fled.
Susan Santhosy, a muffragist, argues allies to Smoot’s editorial center and that Anthony supports polygamy. She claims Helen Grid and other women oppose Mr. Sneateah and church views. asserts that election results and rights should not be questioned due to prejudice.
Chatlen T. danroot a pecal agent and road expert from the United States Department of Agriculture is in Opel. He lectured in Circle and Mahattan on road building. Harrison plans to depart for Des Moines tomorrow.
Gider Sentth speaks at Wiseswain about years of forest policy and a proposed shift by the Department of Agriculture. The plan aims to curb deforestation along the Hock Silver valley and river areas, forecasting improved conditions but prompting questions about management and regional impacts.
The discussion centers on restoring waste lands and timber loss, with Governor of Wisconsin and agriculture board urged to intensify efforts. Officials warn erosion of forests is accelerating and that more decisive action is needed to counteract economic and environmental impacts.
In Arizona two coroner juries met to determine responsibility for a recent train disaster. Superintendent Brouse testified to orders sent to No. T, while operator Leen and conductor Parker disputed duties. Clough reportedly lamented killing passengers as the scene showed many fatalities. One witness remains unable to testify due to illness.
George Woodley of Horne Planing mill was arrested after his wife and children fled for help when he assaulted her at their home on West Sixth Avenue. Officers subduing him found the woman badly bruised and fearful. Woodley faces a peace disturbance charge with a court bearing set for the afternoon.
Socialist organizers announce a public campaign led by Laura Fr. Brashill from Winttard, to lecture on practical and theoretical socialism. Brashill will be paid and travel for several months, with first address Sunday at 3 o clock, followed by a talk on economies and morals. The movement notes rising party strength after recent elections.
Government seeks workers across the nation in Topeka at the federal building late February and into March. Positions range from Arizona to Washington DC with pay from 20 to 100 dollars monthly. Jobs include herpetology aid, reptile division, and a national mascam with 36 dollars monthly. Examinations scheduled March 10 and March 34 with additional openings for housekeepers and irrigation aids.
Local column notes movements and visits in North Topeka. Mrs. George Crouch Eur and Agnes Alin recoveries and typhoid reports. Various residents travel to Kansas City Chicago Indianapolis and Los Angeles. church events and revival plans noted. A Lumbermen’s convention and Union Pacific dance planned. minor injuries from a fall near Tyler Street reported with ambulance response.
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