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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1903
Page
1
Thousands gathered in Saint Peter's Basilica as crowds filled the basilica to honor a prominent figure laid in state. Security tightened, soldiers patrolled and barriers framed the ceremonies while Cardinal Oregilia and two new archbishops attended, signaling a rare, highly ceremonial event amid public reverence and tense orders.
Fragmentary reports describe a conclave plan with Cardinals Canal Michhl and Delia Volpe appointed to supervise arrangements. Names like Lapyont Prlegaibos and Proféssor Cugint appear in early notes, with cardinals from emer rinks linked to papal succession discussions. News agencies tracked the death of the pope, noting routes from Rome to New York and London, highlighting lack of precedent for the accession process.
The procession carried the body of the Pope from the Vatican to St Peter’s Basilica. Mourners, guards, and papal officials moved through the halls and into the basilica with ceremonial rites, the pallbearers bearing the bier amid gilded regalia, torches, and solemn chants as the body was laid to rest in St Peter’s tomb.
The city of Soledad and surrounding areas saw brutal fighting as government troops under General Gomez advanced toward the capital. Prisoners were taken including prominent rebel leaders, with heavy casualties on both sides as the assault culminated in a government seizure of the jail, capitol, and surrounding districts late on Tuesday night July 21.
Two black men in Lafayette claim to have found a vast cache of Spanish gold and silver coins with a blown cannon at the mouth of the Vermilion River. They described the haul, valued near $100,000, and sought bank verification from President Girard, reviving Lafitte era lore and Gulf coast treasure legends across Louisiana.
Reports from Saint Vincent indicate the Soufriere volcano has emitted intermittent puffs since July 19, with whetted clouds and low rumblings. A severe earthquake shock struck at 1 40 a m on Sunday, followed by cracking and fear of a disaster, recalling events of July 17 1909 and the 1902 eruption. Congressman Scott Jos and Karl Charlier plan a mountain outing to Estes Park, Colorado. Temperatures in major cities show Chicago 72 F and New York 66 F. Two military prisoners in Chicago awaiting a combined eighteen month sentence caused a ten-month yard sentence disturbance prior to transfer. The pope’s body is to be interred as faithful gather at the chapel of the Sacrament.
Guthrie dispatch says Bert Colby, jailed for horse stealing in Blaine county, is wanted on a territorial warrant by the governor of Kansas to be tried in Winfield for the murder of Sambi Fe detective George Montgomery. Colby’s alleged role follows jailhouse testimony and affidavits from J B Torrence and others linking him to the crime and a ranch conspiracy. Colby may be taken to Winfield by Calin Ferguson for trial.
Paterson New Jersey reels after a tornado that cut a 400 foot wide swath across the city. Three dead, ten injured, fifty families homeless, and property damage pegged at two million dollars. Mayor Hinchlestein convenes leaders to devise relief measures as two thousand workers clear wreckage and twenty five people remain hospitalized with expected recoveries.
Curtis Jett and Thomas White, indicted for the murder of J. J. Marcum at Jackson, were quietly spirited away from Payette County jail at 6:45 AM aboard the Louisville & Nashville train for transfer to Harrison circuit court. Sheriff Leach and deputies moved them under an order, with only jailer and officials aware. The setup, long touted as a plan to bring them here, proved a ruse to avoid public excitement.
City court officer arrested Light email boys for plotting to derail a street car on Oak Island. The youths admitted to blocking rails while the car tried to move. Yesterday Peter Roof turned state's evidence leading to the arrests of Denny Sanderson Ollie Buren Jake Hoof Reed Spencer Hilary McDogue Clarénee Sutherland and Jottante Damme. All held on $90 bond.
John Taylor won the deciding heat at Detroit in the unfinished race of the Afthurd steady beat. Introit and Jule finished 71 with Taylor taking the lead in the Merchant and Manufacturers $20,100 stake for 3:24 close trotters at Gruste Pointe this afternoon. Henry emerged in the scene with Korea setting the present-day musical. George Ade, author of The Sultan of Sulu, contributed to the new musical comedy. Mr Savage will respond to a question as elaborate designs unfold. New York artist Will F. Paras works on costume plates for The Sho-Q Gun to be staged early next season.
The Reliance and Cohubla began the feviter class today while the constitution failed to appear. Details show crossing times, a seen near shore, and spare provisions noted for Saturday.
An indignant swarm of mosquitoes disrupted a Staten Island village hall conference on eradicating the anopheles, causing delegates to scatter. After speeches and maps, plans to drain Staten Island and create water-free zones were proposed, then the meeting adjourned before safety committees were chosen.
The state department reports a Pekin hypothesis about Manchurian port openings. China, via Prince Ching, has not opened ports and may reaffirm pledges to open two or more ports by March. No change in attitude appears since the pledge, with the U.S. insisting on fulfillment of commitments.
London July 22 the new battleship Edward VII largest in world launched at Devonport by the Princess of Wales with royal attendants. King Edward laid the keel March 2 1902. Vessel 424 ft long 76 ft beam 26½ ft draft 16000 IHK. Armor Krupp steel 8½ to 12½ inches. Armament includes four 12 inch guns and ten 6 inch guns with 24 smaller guns. Two torpedo tubes and estimated speed 12 5 knots. Coal 5 tons and crew of 500 men.
St Louis July 2 new information filed today against J Arnold leading to seven embezzlement charges. The complaint by William Sievers alleges 400 dollars entrusted for investment was not returned. The filing mirrors the J J Ryan case where Ryan was acquitted on original embezzlement charges. Arnold Reece and gave Bond in the sum of 1.00.
Sonday Ju 2 R L Farjeon, famed novelist, died at his residence after a brief illness. The author of noted works faced illness prior to his passing, remembered for his contributions to literature and storytelling.
A fret eve s pe ae ww the eld at the Elite alleys Friday night between the Elite team and the T A A Manager E E Hoenshel of the Bite alleys. The contest will be held under favorable conditions for good play. Elites players listed: Wentworth Gossett Ewart Howshel Richey. T A A players: Kirk petrick Harry Walt arthur Wolk Morton re Mother Jones. Permitted to speak New York July 33 After Mayor Low Luther Joniex secured from park department a permit to hold Hoga to Washington Square park.
Cleveland July 21 two of harness racing s greatest pacers Dan Patch and Anaconda have been matched to race for ten thousand dollars a side in a twenty thousand dollar duel. The match was scheduled in Detroit with owners M W Savage for Dan Patch and G Knox for Anaconda present in Cleveland to confirm the deal. Bets of ten dollars were to be posted in Cleveland Monday to set conditions for the race on the track where the event will take place. The arrangement echoes prior speed showdowns as racing’s marquee figures prepare for the confrontation.
A weather summary notes a return to cooler nights after a brief warm spell. Temperatures rose to record highs in multiple Kansas locales with Dodge City and Wichita reaching 14 degrees, Sedan 300, and MeBbereah reporting high marks. Tepeks saw 0.50 inches of rainfall in the afternoon amid changing conditions across the western line of Stafford to central Epereon. A series of hourly readings details temperatures at various stations for the 24 hours ending in late day.
King Edward reviewed about 20 000 men in Dublin with 15 000 infantry and 5 000 naval brigade in Phoenix Park. The sunny spectacle drew tens of thousands as the largest Irish review to date, led by the Duke of Connaught with the Earl of Dudley nearby. The king received colors from the Royal Hibernian Military School before departure.
The bells toll for Pope Leo XI from noon and morning to evening until the funeral rites end. A commemorative service will be held at the church next week. A school house burned recently, estimated at 13 000 dollars, with insurance listed but uncertainty remains on protection and cause.
July 28 report from Warhenk Kas notes a crate famine in the fruit belt with thousands of quarts of berries rotting on vines for lack of shipment materials. Brewers plan to turn ripe crops into wine amid transportation shortages and market pressure. Smallpox Near Hope Abilene Kan July 23 quarantines begin after railroad worker son contracts illness, with three or four cases and no spread imminent.
Readers in a late 19th century column discuss the enduring pull of Horace Greeley’s call to seek opportunities, citing persistent migration patterns and the pursuit of prospects beyond hometowns. The piece notes optimism and caution as young men weigh relocation and work.
Farmers and stock raisers arrive with capital as midwest migration concentrates on Kansas. Railroads and extensive homeseeker traffic push development in eastern farming counties and gas belts, drawing moneyed settlers from Illinois Ohio Missouri Iowa. Immigrants seek land at low prices, invest in towns, cattle country, and ranches while rail lines advertise opportunities and western markets.
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