02 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1903
Page
1
The first report from reform school authorities states the people are safe and being well cared for. No injuries reported, and conditions described as satisfactory by officials.
Grant School refugees were landed on the north side as boatmen continue the rounds of the district.
A chaotic scene unfolds as a river flood hits a town, with homes damaged and residents evacuated. Reports describe boats, fire units, and relief crews assisting families, while authorities establish safety perimeters and prepare aid supplies for the affected district.
A jumbled account notes a blaze affecting a facility or community where residents or workers faced displacement. Details are unclear, but a relief effort and possible aid measures are mentioned, with mentions of local responders and affected individuals. The fragmentary text references names and places without a clear sequence of events.
The article describes extensive water damage to houses along the riverfront as floodwaters rose. Residents report ruined basements and mud-filled yards while officials coordinate cleanup and assess structural safety.
UPDEGRAFF WRITES. An obituary notice notes a wife and two daughters are safe near Utne with relatives in the Meritt area. The piece mentions a Chapman family connection in Mesa and references a deposed local figure. The terse item records location, names, and a safety update without graphic detail.
In Kansas City Missouri a long crisis from low water pressure eased as water service was set to be restored tonight. Officials report property losses estimated from 10 to 25 million dollars with widespread damage to power lines and walls. Emergency repairs are underway, and spilling water supply is gradually returning while public safety concerns remain for falling structures and weakened walls.
A damaged account describes a launch that rode strong currents down river from St Joseph to Westervane after a flood. Passengers included Mrs Stendenvane and Mira Conroy, with others landing safely and a wagon placed at Westervane. Rescue efforts continued as boats gathered, but dangers remained across Holton Hopton and nearby towns.
A fragmented OCR passage recalls a flood response with names Freeman Sardou George Seritou Charles Sardou Guy Liddretan and others aiding the affected. It notes disrupted roads, muddy conditions, and volunteers assisting at an Audi Lovittes care facility amid widespread confusion.
Fragmentary OCR describes a bear shell and water parsing scene with references to persons named Christine and Bettitia and a coastal or riverside setting. The passage is highly garbled, lacking coherent events, dates, places, or clear actions.
Reported incident details a broad group including Mrs Fy cae ange td and tel Xo, Mr Wilder and son among others affected. The event involved a large crowd, with many moved to a reform school or site grounds, and several families listed with relatives and neighbors relocated following the blaze.
Disjointed text depicts threats and armored responses amid civil tension. Mentions national guard and local factions planning action against perceived threats. Confusing names and garbled phrases reflect a chaotic report on security fears and crowd dynamics.
A violent cyclone ripped through Gainesville and nearby areas, leaving at least 100 dead and about 160 injured. The Gatexylite cotton mill and Pacolet mill suffered major damage, hundreds of cottages demolished, and property losses estimated around $100,000 to $75,000 in places. The storm struck from the south near the Southern Railway station, snapping two story sections from factories and scattering debris through New Holland two miles away. Many workers, mostly women and children, were among the casualties.
Washington June 26 The war department exerts full power to aid flood sufferers. Military officers will transport and distribute tents blankets and rations from Omaha to Fort Leavenworth for rapid relief. Major Leslie Caginiter reports the effort aims to provide shelter and sustenance with no discrimination.
North Platte Nebraska June 2 President Ronwerelt made a brief stop between Cheverse and the clock as he delivered an oath of citizenship before a large crowd. He faced a rain storm but many residents waited to greet him and a short tour of the city followed. The itinerary notes Wednesday and Thursday focus on Tinots with a Friday stop in Pittsburgh for ten minutes in the morning.
Fragmentary OCR text refers to properties on North Quincy with owners Holler and wife and niece, a fatal incident, and mentions several names including Paramore J. Wilson L. Rigton and son Robert. No coherent event or outcome clear from the readable fragments.
A hungry youth was fed then played a cornet as a sign of relief and joy. The report notes the act demonstrated kindness and community care in response to need.
Reports describe heavy flooding on North Topeka streets with two streetcars suspended over a washed gap. Washburn college crews and Major A Mt. Mcenn scotching a cable aided rescue, ferrying people from rooftops and trees as waters rose. Volunteers from Washburn, named individuals, and Clarkes, Houghton, and Cowles aided evacuations, with dozens rescued or found in danger along Kansan avenue and Shorey area.
A fragmented OCR list shows names and households along Central Avenue and nearby streets. The entries include Pratt family, T and Porter with Paul, Chas Korte with Madge, Mrs J M Korte, Mr Stanley and family, Mr and Mrs J B Cain, Suete and Rosie Firner, Mrs Hogan, Mrs Brooks Attz, Mr A Miller, Hugo Miller, Ida Miller, Vera Miller, at 22 Central Avenue Mr and Mrs Shafter and baby, Clarence Hutt at 8th Avenue and Baxwell, Von Deans, Moody family, baker ES Ben and three sons, J Shasey and family, W S Willits and family, AN Hunter and Joe Davis and wives, at Lt North Quincy two sons J Hofer and wife and daughter.
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