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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1903
Page
2
A long biographical sketch recounts the careers of notable law figures from Kansas, highlighting Albert Horton as a key figure and detailing the tenures and influences of district attorneys and appointees. It notes Horton’s early career, his rise through the Kansas judicial system, and the subsequent roles of Peck and others in shaping legal and political history in the region.
The July 23 debate features Senator Tillman clashing with Chairman Button over negro emigration to Wisconsin and racial policy. Burton, asides, and Tillman’s harsh rhetoric draw a charged crowd, while Booker T. Washington’s example at Tuskegee is cited as proof education can lift African Americans.
Governor Durbin of Indiana orders Warden Reid to lead an immediate investigation into alleged immorality and misconduct at several jails. The inquiry targets the Floyd Law Temes and related prison conditions, with officials denying publication of some details while moving to address reported abuses and unsanctioned practices.
Report of internal rifts within the federation as anti Gompers factions plan to elect Jamies Bruncan to lead at the upcoming convention. Mentions Chicago strike activity and disagreements over current policies and leadership.
A fragmented report notes failed ventures and stressed equities, with investors wary as several plants shut or merged. The piece cites London and New York markets, mentions major firms, and lists plants in Puftuio, Wilminetan, Btiner, and Bedter under consolidation pressures.
In Topeka and surrounding areas, daily activity includes harvest reports of strong onions, transportation issues with Vinewood’s rail line, and public notices. Governor Talley investigates relief distribution delays, while diverse residents attend church meetings and plan trips. Local business moves include Bromich’s new venture and a 320,000 addition.
The auditing department of the Santa Fe presents Mr Devis a handsome chair on his 70th birthday. He is Evan Davis's father and has served Santa Fe for twenty nine years, longer than his own father. A rumor links Arkansas river suit talks to Colorado. Jeanson allegedly offers not to use water in July through September, which Governor Alley and Governor Peabody deny.
Lexington July 24 Mrs Dora Clas frocksyn denies any marriage to General Marcellus Clay and asserts her 1-year-old son Caseos Marcellus Clay Broord cannot be heir to the late General Clay. She recalls toys, meals, and stories of his work in Africa and Russia, claiming he treated her as a daughter and kept her in his room, while disputing the widowhood claim and the will contest.
A blast ripped the transformer house and main shaft at the Sun and Moon mine three miles from Idaho Springs Colorado. Fire, caused by a dynamite blast, followed by gunfire wounded a man nearby. Sheriff and a deputy are at the scene to investigate and protect the property. The mine, tied to a recent strike, resumed operations in June with non union workers.
Miss Annie Higginson reappears at 3960 Drexel boulevard with a three week old baby in her arms. She had been missing since April from E A Helm's residence on Washington boulevard while living with her family for study. She says she was in a hospital since her disappearance.
New York July 29 President Roosevelt refused Corporal John P. Carney Marine Corps request to resign to take a Raymond Street Jail keeper job paying 1200 a year. He had taken civil service exam but was notified he ranked fourth. priority due to Spanish War veteran status. The president argued admission would set a dangerous precedent.
President Ramona reports to Congress Peru enjoys peace and law and order after a wave of political tension. He notes Chile’s statements on boundary disputes and Peru’s readiness to renew discussions. He also mentions a favorable financial balance, with income and expenditures aligned and a positive surplus.
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