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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1903
Page
6
The city holds over one hundred thousand dollars in bonds with a five percent draw. A detailed narrative covers the bond program, issuances, management, and anticipated funding needs, noting ongoing activity and future actions by local officials. The document references committees, timelines, and various monetary figures related to municipal finance.
Local readers urge city honors for volunteers who saved a woman during a flood rescue in North Topeka. Letters praise the efforts of Mr Horn and others, demanding public recognition and a monetary gift for those who risked lives to aid the victim and her rescuers.
A flood aftermath report details Robert Siebert fined 25 dollars by Police Judge Harryi ttess after a morning arrest for drunkenness. The story weaves crime, poverty, and a doomed home life as Siebert’s family seeks shelter, while the court actions reflect local disorder amid flooding and economic strain.
State Board of Health report by bacteriologist Samy EK Greenfield of Topeka warns Toprks city water contains germs and should be boiled. The analysis notes many harmless organisms but traces of typhoid-associated bacteria possible. authorities urge precaution and describe testing results and conditions.
Star Grocery advertises wholesale and retail service by E. Montgomery at 112 E. 6th with two phones. It notes rising demand allows slightly lower prices and lists various packaged goods such as Maria Vita, Santos Coffee, Yeast, Salmon, Olives, and syrup, highlighting bulk buying benefits.
Pension commissioner promptly denies the latest Canara claim as reported by a Wilmington publication. The New York based outlet notes the denial and outlines the brief response from the commissioner's office.
Willis Gleed of Topeka travels from Washington to New York amid reports he is a dark horse candidate for district judge in Kansas. A Washington dispatch notes Gleed hoped to learn about the fund and influence tied to the position while discussing river control measures and possible backing.
Postmaster Guthrie reports loss of two malt boxes at Union Racine depot and North Topeka station. Boxes were carried during high water and not recovered. postal clerks attempt to locate and secure replacements amid disrupted service.
The text notes visiting mail boxes in North Topeka and finding letters in poor condition. Many letters appear to be misaddressed and may not reach their rightful destinations, risking overdue delivery and return to the dead letter office.
The article reports on alleged violations of civil service rules linked to promotions and transfers. Commissioner Ware denies wrongdoing and says no unclassified to executive transfers occurred during his administration. He asserts the White House and President have not directed any action against his office.
Fragmentary text describes forged checks totaling 2800 dollars in Philadelphia and a police court session. It also mentions a planned warship deployment to the West Indies and a conference involving officials about actions against crime and maritime defense. Named individuals and officials appear amid garbled phrases and unclear locales.
Douglas relinquished his bid for the Allen county courthouse project at Tolay after business friends could not supply the necessary bond. The contract was instead awarded to a rival bidder by the county commissioners amid a tender of 120 552 dollars.
Northtopeka notices show B. F. Risims and Mrs. Risims at 515 Kanes Avenue, wallpaper interests by Booh er & Hawkins, with workers Mr and Mrs Prank Berry at 902 Kanets Avenue. Reports mention Mr Withers, Wallace and McAfee families, and various relocations and travels in the community, including wall paper stock claims and local mischief about a desk.
Fragmentary report mentions a special league meeting about a fee station and 2003 situation, names officials, and a court case where Samuel Herbers Tugual was found guilty of murdering Alles Camel Untland and sentenced to death. Also references a Boston creditors’ action against Lamken & Foster and a sale of hats.
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