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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1903
Page
7
A fragmentary account mentions Berry and related court proceedings, with scattered names such as Waldeen and others, hints of a prior inquiry and a pending trial. The text references many individuals and locales in a chaotic record of a legal matter and a session, but details are unclear.
Fragmentary account traces early gunpowder usage across civilizations. Noted mentions include Chinese, Arab and European figures and events from ancient to medieval times, listing trials, trade, and religious or political barriers shaping its spread. The text references various scholars and historical incidents framing powder’s emergence and prohibition by authorities.
A stockholders meeting led by Geo W Crane faced delays as a flood of proxies from National Life partisans impacted proceedings. The session included reports from the bidding committee on two ten year surplus plans and a potential shift in policy terms for National Life and Illinois Life. The assembly adopted procedural changes and appointed officers Arthur Capper secretary and Edward Wilder treasurer, with talks continuing on the merger of policy terms and surplus distribution.
A garbled historical discussion outlines a plan for reorganizing a mutal company by policyholders. It references capital, share distribution, and equity for holders, with proposals for dividends and adjustments to protect insureds and creditors amid a potential corporate restructuring.
The dispatch notes a warmer forecast for Belgeyde on June 17 and hints at looming political instability. References to military dictatorship measures, potential assassinations, and foreign affairs fill the page alongside brief notes on Mexico's debt settlement and patent grants in Kansas and surrounding states.
An unclear market digest notes New York money market activity and bonds amid fluctuating prices. Mentions wheat, corn, and energy quotes with scattered figures, while weather and broader commodity tone appear amid generic UK and US references. Names and places are jumbled, making precise entities hard to parse.
Continued from Fare 29 a sober view describes the palace guards as indifferent and the public as wary in Telgrade following the tragedy. The piece notes a callous demeanor among officials and citizens amid ongoing concerns of an impending plot.
Manhattan Kansas June 17 The Kansas Agricultural College reports one of its most successful years with total enrollment reaching 1,374 an increase over prior years Regents meet to set contracts for upcoming terms The list of graduates includes numerous Kansas names from Manhattan and nearby towns with degrees awarded in Bachelor of Science and related fields across multiple departments
Crane & Co seeks an injunction to block Kentucky from approving state adoption of school books. The suit argues supplementary readers should be allowed and accuses the state commission of planning to limit book choices. The company claims dissatisfaction with adopted texts and proposes allowing supplementary books at set prices.
Leavenworth soldiers home plans to purchase more dairy cows to supply milk for hospital patients and veterans. A committee approved ongoing purchases, noting the dairy will serve the home and nearby hospitals. Officials emphasize thrift and steady milk supply, with butter to be produced by cooperatives.
Fragmented report details a thief captured near Attica after a stamp robbery at a post office. The suspect reportedly faced a charge and a second man, identified as Abner, is mentioned amid disjointed phrases. A separate Topeka notice notes a teachers renewal train to NEA with 4:30 p.m. departure and advance reservations.
Chicago and national markets show mixed gains and declines across cattle, hogs, wheat, corn, and cotton. Reports note fluctuating prices, attention to sugar and coffee, and broad participation from major exchanges and traders. readers see price levels, receipts, and notable shifts in stock relationships amid overall market movement.
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