Topeka State Journal Classified Notice Fragment
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1904
Page
5
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The article surveys international tensions and U S policy chatter as reports touch on Japan Britain and the United States. It notes debates over canal goals cabinet harmony and fiscal payables while detailing frictions in trade prices and export figures with Germany France and Uruguay among others.
A fractured report recounts a lynching crisis involving a suspected murderer in a southern town. Sheriff Jutneon of Matedville seizes the suspect to avert mob violence while a $50,000 reward looms. The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle notes officials’ efforts to prevent extrajudicial action and outlines suggested practical safety steps.
A garbled news page recounts a series of scattered items: a political note about a senator’s popularity, a county procession, and a judge’s suit. It mentions misfiled funds, a forged deed, February, and a well known Douglas county politician. Fire damages a house while water freezes. A Wichita woman sues over money alleged not a fare. St David day noted and Welchmen in note counties. A humorist cemetery gate quip closes the piece.
A collection of aphorisms and asides on money pride luck and social folly. Witty quips note greed in thrift jokes about appearances deception and endurance with several dated dialect lines and playful banter.
The notice lists multiple funeral services and deaths. Clyde Mamiin died Wednesday morning with services at the Dome Kansas Avenue. Fred J. Gobion held service at the residence on Topeka Avenue. Pallbearers named Ho wart Kellam Charles Joslin and others. Mrs Eana Smith died Wednesday at West Sixth Street with burial plans to Oakland Iowa. Anne Smile left California bound for Topeka and halted due to immobility.
A lavish ten course dinner at the governor’s residence honors Governor Bailey and his literary social club. Mrs Bailey oversaw decor and cake while toastmaster Davidson praised cordial ties with the administration as members offered witty toasts and tributes in a festive Topeka gathering.
Col Hughes office on Pith near the Santa Swidepat was badly wrecked by Wednesday wind. A high board wall above the front advertising board was torn off, damaging the front of the office. The building will be repaired today as the damage is assessed.
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Wichita March 1 1904 circular from the Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests calls a mass meeting in Wichita on March 8 prior to the Republican state convention. The aim is to influence delegates on railroad regulation and state transportation laws, with a headquarters for 50 to 100 business organizations and emphasis on advancing right and justice in the state convention. The letter urges attendance to press for favorable conditions and leadership.
In Chicago on March 2 a wholesale dump of May wheat by tired holders caused a four cent break in the price for that delivery. Just before the close prices dropped sharply from an earlier level amid heavy selling. Traders attributed the move to the belief that Armour interests had finally disposed of all holdings of wheat for further delivery. Coarse grains and provisions shared in the general downturn.
A long, detailed account of Governor Talley’s guest list, toasts, and table settings at a Kansas club dinner. The governor presided over the event attended by club members and many guests, with humorous toasts and reflections on politics and recent nominations.
City Clerk Squires proposes a resolution to track delinquent special funds like general taxes. The clerk would certify exact amounts due on each special assessment, with the city treasurer crediting the county treasurer and paying moneys apportioned to funds. End of tax period would reveal total delinquency on special assessments including paying line, sewers, sidewalks, alleys, and Morse street openings with several ordinances.
Noon drawing at the Election Commissioner office placed candidates on the ticket in order drawn. Winners include Second Ward incumbent and Third Ward official, with several others assigned to four wards. The process listed candidates such as Hoard of Education, Sam Hice, M Spattiner, WA Myers, J WF Charles, and Hardy.
In the ward race Fallout centers on Mallory as a bold contender with strong education board record. Other candidates Wolf Myers Smit Tette vie for council seats while Mallory faces opposition in the Second ward where personal themes surface.
In district court Mary A. Miller obtained a divorce with alimony from Samuel C. Miller after a brief filing, with no contest. They had married about two years ago. Miller previously served on the city council and school board. The court awarded Mrs Miller possession of household effects and $67 alimony from property sale. divorce becomes operative after six months.
The Shawnee county delegation quarters at Winkta sani relocate to the Harwilton hotel run by former To nokin men Curtin, a former Copeland clerk, and Quiguy, formerly at the National. A special car on the Hock Txt will transport the Shawnee delegates Tuesday morning. The delegation plans to travel to Wichita with the aim of cutting some fee.
City engineer reports petitions for pavement on East Isthenith Avenue to shoulder 44 feet of land require reformation due to insufficient signatures. A Taylor Street petition between Tenth and Huntoon exceeds 100 feet and must be rebuilt to meet legal frontage. Some landowner names on both petitions are not recognized in county records.
Mr Berry secretary of the Topeka Railway company resigns his position and plans to leave for Chicago to engage in other business. He will be replaced after a new successor is announced, and his departure ends a year long association with the street railway company and his Chicago home past.
In Mineola on March 3 exors Harry Payne Whitney and C Whitney face probate actions valuing the Whitney estate for taxation. The court fixes real estate at one million dollars and personal estate at ten thousand dollars, affecting the estate’s tax assessment in Nassau County.
In a series of local votes two towns approved bond measures while others rejected. The results favored bonds in Grant and Mi Creek, with continued debate on financing for regional projects and potential railway alignment in Frankfort and North Western areas.
Shawnee Building and Loan Association offers two renter to owner plans. One saves, the other buys. Fifteen dollars a month to two thousand dollars over years. Visit 115 West Sixth Street and ask Mr Eastman to explain both plans.
A bond issue proposal in Vienna township failed by four votes after earlier optimism. Supporters argued the rate was too high and agitation grew, leading to the measure’s defeat. The outcome reflects voter concern over interest costs and the project’s funding approach.
The indoor event at the Auditorium drew unexpectedly strong interest and may double last year’s attendance if weather stays favorable. Last year’s circus run is cited as building a solid reputation for Heels, boosting appeal this week. Earlier notes show three nights totals, with a weekly figure near 7,079 prior year.
George Stoker of Topeka, an attorney, sues Santa Fe Railroad for 150 asking as attorney’s fee in Meg Hux Seaman case. Stoker claims the earlier suit sought 20 and a $200 settlement was agreed to. he asserts the rail would settle his claim for attorney’s fee under the settlement.
Married Wednesday evening March 104 at 7 in the city home with Rev A Scott Bledmoe officiating. Father LN Lawrence head carpenter at the state hospital and prosperous farmer of Jord Anderson county Kan. Numerous valuable presents and a fine winner noted. Salt for divorce sought by Stella Deverand. Drummond and spouse have no children. County Attorney Hungate and Judge Maren visited Silvar Lake for a duck hunt on a cold wave day. Mayor Rossville attended city matters.
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