29 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1903
Page
1
A massive explosion at the United States Cartridge Company powder works near Lowell Massachusetts killed about 25 and injured 55. The blast shattered windows 20 miles away and caused a fierce fire, with debris and panic spreading through the city. Authorities reported extensive damage across Acton Street and surrounding neighborhoods, while militia units were ordered to assist in relief and recovery efforts.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a violent event with ambiguous details. It mentions police stations, ambulances, injuries, and hospital care, but the exact actions, people, and outcomes are unclear from the text.
The report notes northwest winds from 4 to 40 minutes past the hour, temperatures around 11 degrees, and a brief one hundredth inch of rainfall with showers in Baker, McPherson, and MacLeallan. Temperatures varied, with a list of readings from multiple towns including Wichita, McPherson, and others, and notes on colder morning trends and showers across districts.
Atebiee Kor July 2 Mia Fr Collins of Nemaha County was brought to Wells by her son-in-law J C Hartley to view her estranged sister. Mrs Collins, a hardworking mother of four married daughters, had faced many trials as she kept up with chores and care. Her husband’s passing left her frail, and a tragedy at the Collins home near Sabetha ended in a fatal collapse. Neighbors report she had long wished to be good to her children and had persisted through weariness and hardship. The recovery of Mrs Collins remains uncertain as her family mourns and hopes for recovery for her son who aided her.
In Pennsylvania four youths drowned after a boating mishap near a dam on the Allegheny. Victims Joseph Bennon, Henry Brown, Venderink Muller, and Edna Shipley were among a party of young people riding a skiff when it overturned near the dam. Rescue efforts followed but four bodies were recovered while others were saved. Spectators and responders aided the scene as authorities investigated the incident.
A garbled report claims a legal contest over land access near Washington involving a district attorney and ranchmen aiming to remove a long fence that partially encloses thirteen government sections. It mentions a lead of a group of ranchers and a dispute affecting eastern regions.
Investigative note reports on a Piagiariem charge tied to Pravitenon. Mentions university ties and an uneasy link to a court or university affair. References inexact names and shifting details, with partial phrases suggesting a formal edict and presumed guilt or innocence.
Dr. T. C. Riddle endorses keeping state asylums free from politics while noting the Topeka hospital would face higher costs. The investigation commission seeks raises for supervisors and attendants, reduce hours, and a salary scale, with concerns over funding and witness payments.
The readable portions describe an audit report filed with Governor Bulley and a conference about pay, with references to a pay rate and disputed motions. Names and many details are obscured, leaving a partial, unclear account of the proceedings and outcomes.
Twenty men aboard the tramp steamer Rastey escaped death after a sulphuric acid gas explosion in the hold. Flames filled the ship’s hold near the Erle basin, forcing crew to hatchways and overboard into smoke. A second blast caused further danger as the vessel burned, with a heavy cloud of smoke and dust. five lives reported lost.
Mrs. Glyndhe Kelley wife of D J Kelley a rep of the heking powder trust was cited to appear before the Dole comaty scend Bory at Jeremon CHP eat Monday The defense won another delay to protect reputor Frank H Farris Smith and B W Mint in bribery charges Judge Graves of Butler named special judge delaying cases Sullivan asked for a special judge granted Judge Hu Timmons to try the case tomorrow in Jefferson City Mo with July dates noted
Henry J. Allen of Otowa completes arrangements to buy and consolidate the Eagle and Republican Miner dealer in Garnett Kansas. William R. Smith, ex editor of Lecompton Sun, Mt. Eaton Mercury, joins as publisher and will run the consolidated organ with Mr Allen. Possession and consolidation to occur within two weeks.
Martin belt, teen held for murder in Mount Vernon, confessed to killing his wife Anigasta whose body was found in a sewer. He claimed money worries and planned the deed a week earlier, luring her to work then strangling her with a shoestring before dumping the body. The confession was signed.
Ray Bartley threshing near Jennings Kansas reports a productive week. The wheat yielded base measurements with plump berries and good ripening, signaling a strong harvest in the vicinity.
In Pennsylvania a new organization claims to be the country’s first lunacy society. Professor Tubes Ruska, a veterinary surgeon, is cited among the leaders as the group prepares to gain recognized status and set qualifications for admission.
Detroit July 2 All street car lines halted for over two hours as firemen at the power house of the Detroit United Railway walked out demanding an eight hour day. Outside help rushed in, a few cars ran by eight o clock, and engineers were urged to join the strike. Thousands faced delays getting to work.
Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow has withheld undrawn salary for Charles Hedges the recently dismissed city delivery superintendent for the last week of service pending settlement of expense accounts. Hedges had sought 16 days leave on removal day but was not granted. The department is reviewing local postal matters with General W Leavers involved. The grand jury handling postal cases has not yet reported and no date for indictments is set.
The piece describes alleged bribery involving figures named Papp and Tienes amid charges against Lovassy and a local editor. Claims about Kronen payments and attempts to influence votes surface as investigators prepare to probe the obstruction scandal and related bribery accusations.
Governor A. Cummins spoke to bankers in Davenport saying currency law reform is vital to curb financial distress. He warned prosperity rests on preserving prosperity and urged action to reject the fallacy that current laws guarantee ongoing stability.
London July 3 Genius won the Good Wood two mile handicap race at the Good Wood meeting. The field included contenders for the Good CaE plate and other stakes as spectators watched the thrilling finish.
Chicago electrician Purhie Cot, longtime Puebla resident, has patented a kite fishing method. The device uses a kite to lift baiting line and drop lures with natural movement, reducing hand casting. An exhibition of kites is planned over the Arkansa river tomorrow afternoon.
Olympia July 2k The supreme court orders Bremerton town council to show cause why they should not be restrained from interfering with reopening the town saloons. The council revoked the liquor license to cure the navy order revoking government craft docking due to immoral surroundings. A saloon keeper appealed after a lower court sided with the town.
Somerset Pa July 22 Governor Pennyhooker voiced concern over missing Union army tunes in Pennsylvania camps The Tenth Brigade plans to celebrate with marching songs like Dixie Maryland My Maryland and Tramp Tramp while northern favorites are set aside The governor seeks fair representation of both sides in camp music and notes a thoroughly earnest stance despite an air of reconstruction in his mood
The Department of Agriculture released a bulletin on broom corn cultivation guiding farmers on profitability and costs. It notes climate and soil influence success, a short growing season suffices, and profit hinges on labor costs and market price, with figures around 75 to 80 dollars per ton typical, and historical averages near 79.89 dollars per ton.
New Haven July reports Prof Dennis Patines of Haverhill Massachusetts fell into the sound during a balloon ascent at Savin Rock. He tried to illuminate his course with fireworks, cut loose his parachute, and dropped into deep water two miles off. He clung to two oyster stakes while pleading for help, and Point residents and others pulled him to safety after he was found unconscious with injuries.
July 22 Neb report notes four inches of rain in a short period causing severe damage. A knave wild storm toppled a three story building on its side, destroying culture and grain in the area. No injuries reported. Also mentions Kansas bank authorization and local business openings.
Dramatic contrast marks Rome July 29 with a Vatican Sistine chapel requiem for Pope Leo XIII and a Panthéon service for the late King Humbert. Queen Margaret and King Victor Emmanuel attend, bays replacing black horses for officials, a cost projected at around 400000 as con clave preparations loom. Cardinal Prisco arrives. total cardinal attendees expected about 62 with conclave possible by early August.
At the Home Rule convention Honolulu July 2 ex Delegate Wilcox urged memorializing Congress for Hawaii independence. Meale supported a self governing island system like Cuba. His remarks drew applause as Kaladhi and others consider presenting a petition signed by delegates.
After a year apart Sire Aleta Mr Heugh has united with her cast Jonas a maker of the mad hen novel Where or Infant the wife adopted by Mrs Mien Reith of Pimintent Mr Mrs Smith pursued the hit tenders sm tt did not conceal the tart that he had been adopted The effort to reunite in various parts of the Spuntey leads to Brumwick where he seeks work at a Sees weaving establishment run by Mrs McCullough The employer was his mother but she refused to intervene yet is taken into her home as a son with active care within a mile of each other Meanwhile First Woman Bank President Chicago July 2 A dispatch from Richmond Vacant Maggis L Walker colored is elected president of a bank the first woman of any race to hold the post in the section She has taught in public schools and earned the respect of both races 2 000 Girls to Strike New York July D At mase mesting
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