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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1903
Page
11
Fragmented OCR outlines a relief fund report with garbled names and phrases. It references Topeka and a relief effort, but specifics are unreadable, including dates, people, or precise actions.
Chief Wilmarth reports the Barrett block and adjacent warehouses have largely collapsed or are unsafe after the heavy weight of water. Several one and two story structures including a grocery and a meat market are unoccupied or severely damaged. The entire Barrett block is in danger of further collapse, with authorities preparing to condemn and evacuate if needed.
A chaotic wartime style dispatch describes sheriffs and the governor debating prisoner protection and militia deployment. It cites Deputy and militia actions, with references to Dewey, Dewey firm tones, and further notes on transporting prisoners and preventing mob violence amid a tense county crisis.
Damaged OCR reveals a chaotic account describing a fire incident near Kabra Avenue with debris and scorched remains. The text mentions a burning pile, a storefront or dwelling, and references to surrounding streets and witnesses, though many words are garbled.
The Continental Tobacco Co of New York reportedly made the largest single donation. The item mentions an amount and a local representation connected to a state relief effort overseen by Governor Halley. W. Dicke, a New York resident, and W. Mere Gans, division manager, are named in relation to the donation event in Kane County.
A damaged OCR produced a report noting a loss of two hundred hogs and twelve head of cattle. The fragment mentions officials and a death of Judge Clayton, with dates around June seven and related inquiries, but lacks clear context or full names and actions.
Local notices report the Rev Dr Embres occupying the pulpit at English Lutheran Church while various civic items fill the day. Multiple references to bridge transport, cleanup efforts, and community efforts mix with personal notices, housing, and public services activities in Topeka.
E Mallocy and North Topika community invite all to morning AM service at 10 near Stephens fall Eighteenth and Asansas. The regular union services include a Mood sufferers collection led by EL McLean Coleman and Penral Congregationat church. Washington College Endeavor service at 6 PM follows.
Reports from Rock Island officials say tracks near Waters Creek are washed out and buried by drifted snow and mud, hindering service to St. Joseph and St. Louis. Crews clear debris while new ties and repair work are needed, with no clear running date for the next week.
A compact sales appeal urging readers to buy remaining goods from a seller. It emphasizes assisting the seller by making purchases at bargain prices to clear surplus inventory. The message invites support through quick, affordable transactions.
The Dibble Grocery Co announces a temporary South Side opening in a few days, signaling a short term relocation for its operations and serving local shoppers nearby.
The firm announces it is taking and filling orders at 900 North Kansas Ave. The building remains in splendid shape and business continues from the same old stand with a stock of canned goods sugars cheese and teas. Many goods stored upstairs are dry and intact.
Wm. Costley Department Store will relocate all salvage stock to the Crawford Opera House store room and prepare a big sale for the public in a few days. The event promises reduced prices and a broad assortment for customers.
Chicago Clothing Co offers damaged stock at clearance prices from its North Kansas Avenue location. merchandise described as high and dry with many goods priced to clear.
R. B. McMaster and Son offer shoes and rubber boots at 10 to 25 cents off per dollar at their old stand located at 818 North Kansas Avenue.
The firm rents rooms at 311 and 317 North Kansas Avenue to operate temporarily and clear damaged goods at nearly any price. They note prior business in North Topeka and expect to regain success there.
President Rooseylt, fresh from a western trip, began a hectic day in the White House. He met with cabinet members individually before a planned group session with Secretary Shaw and other officials. The day featured briefings on ongoing investigations and discussions about energy policy and enforcement.
An OCR fragment lists multiple businesses on North Kansas Avenue including Red Front Shop Store, Adams and Arnold & Co, and W. H. Butter. It mentions stock losses, damaged property, and planned openings with goods ranging from drugs and patent medicines to hardware, firearms, sewing machines, confectionery, cigars, and carpets. References include Crane and Kansas Ave, Seymour Commission Co, and Graves & Sons Carriage Works.
Local merchants report damaged stock and temporary openings along North Kansas Avenue. Courthouse items include Courtney millinery and Glase hardware salvages, Lapp & North Kansas Ave goods, Shawnee State Bank offices in Stormont Building, Gem Laundry and Citizen State Bank relocating, Elmer Eldridge restaurant moving to 69 North Kansas, Petro Woodford druggists restocking, J B Hilliard Mill and Bleacher store cleaning up, Berry Bros groceries refitting, with sale of salvaged items and cheap stock to attract customers.
George Gould, president of the Missouri Pacific Railway, authorizes a $1000 contribution through Bell Wasxenee of Atchinns to aid Atchivon citizens in distress caused by a recent disaster. Mayor J W Orr directs the funds to relief efforts and a possible $50 local addition is sought.
A Santa Fe passenger train collided head on with a westbound Missouri Pacific freight near Leavenworth Kansas delaying service for days. One passenger was slightly hurt as crews escaped by jumping. The Santa Fe engine was badly damaged and another engine was secured while service resumed after some delay. The Rio river level rose eight inches last night with still receding water.
They are vitiated or morbid bile coursing through the veins affecting the nerves and organs. They arise from bad digestion or heredity and manifest in skin eruptions, rashes, edema, pimples, boils, and general weakness. Expelled by Hood's Sarsaparilla which also rebuilds the system. 2% is the best medicine.
A blaze damaged a building housing a large stock of fancy groceries and canned goods stored upstairs. Firefighters reported extensive damage to the upper floors and portions of the warehouse area, with efforts focused on preventing spread to adjacent structures.
J. Thomas Lumber Co announces work on the north side yard foundations while filling orders from the south yard.
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