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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1903
Page
5
Unclear Title from Fragmented Press Text
The readable lines show a messy 19th or early 20th century layout with references to Ottawa Waterville Wichita and Lyon county. Mentions include elections and registrations, a mayoral or council term ending, farming marriage aims, and a robbery at Caf tayville. The text is highly garbled with many incomplete sentences and stray names.
Fragmented OCR Letter Mentions Agriculture and Officials
An OCR heavy passage references agriculture and various officials and locations with numerous broken names. It mentions topics like farming, elections, and public notices, with scattered phrases about governance, dates, and potential community events. The readable content is sporadic and largely garbled.
Fragmented Chronicle of Chamber Debates and Unclear Sessions
A jumbled OCR passage recounts an extended session with references to various figures and topics. It mentions Ta to the session, contentious debates, seating arrangements, and attempts to address legislative matters amid disjointed phrases. No clear events or outcomes emerge from the fragment.
Fragmented Globe Sights Reflect Local Patter and Gossip
The piece captures a raucous, chattering view of small town life with misheard lines and garbled names. It weaves scattered portraits from neighbors and merchants, noting a cycle of idle talk, social pretensions, and a faint critique of local figures and routines.
Fragmented note on politics and social issues
A murky paragraph discusses political tension and moral contrasts in a community. It references an alder, alleged petty maneuvers, and a sense of poverty shaping viewpoints. The writing hints at a local dispute and differing responses to party action.
Spring Humors and How to Overcome Them
Spring brings a run of bodily miseries including pimples boils headaches and bilious feelings. The text advises building up the system to renew strength and remove ailments quickly for better health.
Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Ad for blood purifier
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as the premier spring medicine for blood purification and cures for skin diseases boils rashes humors and rheumatism. It urges readers to accept no substitute and to obtain Hood's today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Reflections of a Bachelor in a Cold World
A fragmentary thrift of voices depicts a bachelor’s longing, social defeat, and a woman’s resolve to face hardship. A dated tone hints at marriage, money, and moral censure amid strained friendships and protective pride.
Seize Stine Home in Waverly Heist Probe
Reports describe a late night pursuit of suspected thieves moving from Seventh and Main to Waverly. Authorities sought Stine property and Gwenty rights, with stockyards near the city abandoned at midnight. Local effort involved libraries and officials, but the accused eluded capture as dusk gave way to dawn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna
Subeiiie
Bowen
Aullivant
Demian
Waverly
Stina
Willianmdu
Elty
Ridnight
Kim
Enon
Hailey Moves Regents Appointments to Senate for Confirmations
Governor Hailey names several regents for Senate confirmation including Cornett of Atchison for a term ending February 1, 1907, Hatcher of Sumner for a term ending February 1, 1907, Hoplins of Brown for a term ending February 1, 1907, and others. The notices list counties and terms, with followups expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hailey
Senate
Cornett
Atchison
Hatcher
Sumner County
Sot
Hopilns
Brown County
Duunlax
Tarren
Mitonella
Duimney
Matton County
Bown
Police Theory in Furdick Case Shocks Buffalo Citizens
A fragmented report from Buffalo outlines a theory in the Furdick case alleging motive tied to a quarrel about a mother. The account describes a domestic dispute, a fatal beating, and the suspect fleeing after an attempted concealment of letters found at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bofalo
Furdick
Bure Wien
Wana
Pakaon
Chen
Miemis
Bailey Vetoes Labor Exemption Ruling In House Debate
A terse note reports the veto on a proposal to extend laborer wage exemptions. Joverna Tiality is described as frail and protesting the decision. The scene centers on a parliamentary clash over garniakment exemptions and a workman’s meal dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joverna
Trench Alliance and Ball Plans at Local Churches
Local church groups announce events for tomorrow and next Friday. The Enity church and Mrs Soties host a gathering on Lyter Street with the Christian Endeavor society from the First Congregational. A masquerade ball is set by the Fraternal Banner council No pe next Friday with admission at the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trench Alliance
Enity Church
Mrs Soties
Lyter Street
Christian Endeavor Reeiaty
Piret Congregational
Yar Wits
Eno
Abt Banner Council
Sveking
Marek
Reward for Turt Men Meets Tuesday in Des Moines
Lowby March 5 a plan to raise money for a reward to aid the Seer to turt investient. Grand jury mentions letters from investors nationwide seeking subscriptions for this purpose. The Democratic central committee of the congressional district will meet Tuesday afternoon at the Boardland hotel to call the Democratic convention and discuss the candidate for the nominating seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowby
Cheak Attorney Folk
Democratic Central
Deren
Informal Reception for General Stewart in Topeka
General Thomas J. Stewart and a party of 18 arrived in Topeka late last night for an informal reception at the State House. The visit included greetings from Senators, a tour of the building, and remarks acknowledging the Legislature’s passage of the Soldiers' Bill, with emphasis on the ongoing support for veterans and the nation’s military service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genera Thomas J. Stewart
GA. By
Araved
Topeka
Traveis
Kansas City
Loomis
Rupaka Mey
Btory
GA. i
Domporta
Alte
Geseru
Ptrte
Molise Uday
C. Ai. Bick van
Abren
LeRoy Currinr
Aaton Sheets
J. W. Priddy
T. M. Jeimes
Ste Scomforts
Naera
Girter
Na Cura
Bunny ‘Sestau
Mire
Dore Grandy
Florent Ladd
Stewart
Kin Sarty
Tntuy
Che
Kun
Nousy
Senate |N Chamber
Hiv Wart
jHin
House of
Ws & Bublic
Kenead
Trent
Nefer Lovditi
Sansoo
Auwalitt
Beva
Thane
Repicnannum
Penneylvans Segmatane
Taplin
Cam Ee Co Shes
Lied
Wile
M Hell
Wprendent Davies
J. Tartar Hall
Tax Bill Up During Reopened Session At Derconk Tile
A fragmented report notes the house reconvened at Derconk tile in the afternoon. The Nation to Wall agenda included final passage and a large portion of the afternoon devoted to reading and discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derconk
Mt .Beret
Garrard Fight Threatens Debarment at Annual Meeting
An oratorical association led by Prof. Towne signals possible actions to bar Malcolm Garrard from participation as a contentious annual event nears. The tentative plan mentions four obstacles and names Ottawa and Baker among associates, with a brewing dispute noted as Atchiven ridesy fight looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oratorieal Association
Towne
Malcolm Garrard
Ridey
Ottawa
Baker
Winkel
Washburn Supporters to Escort Wallace Tharnpred
Supporters will accompany Wallace Tharnpred to the cottage chapel this morning for an oration. The rally plans to address Garrun’s removal from the cane list, with efforts underway to influence the outcome as Washburn and Atchison supporters mobilize tonight and tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washburn
Garrun
Wallace Tharnpred
Atchison
Cottkge
Dead or Alive Debate Paralyzed Delaware Legislature
Dover reports a halting Delaware legislature with confusion over whether the body is adjourned or in session as leaders await state authorities. Amid efforts to vote on a motion to adjourn, confusion persists until authorities clarify the legislature status and potential new senator selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dover
Del
Delaware Legisiature
Beat Idea
United
Hinvine
Mearty Althi Regidatore
Help for Knox Washington March 1 Appointment agreement
Washington March 1 President Roosevelt and Attorney General Kong today announced hires in the attorney general’s office. William A Day of the District of Columbia is named assistant attorney general at a base salary of 7000 dollars. He has long served as attorney for the Interstate Commerce Commission. Mr Purdy Ee is a prominent lawyer from Hi Pach and formerly assistant United States district for Minnesota. These appointments follow a recent act of Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Troneevelt
Geneiral Kong
Wiliam A
District of Columia
Interstate Commerce
Purdy Ee
Hi Pach
Blanket of Smoke Smothers St Louis Traffic
A dense blanket of smoke and fog grips St Louis on March 5 causing widespread rear end collisions and stalled transit. No serious injuries are reported though commuters are delayed. several streetcar lines are blocked and visibility is severely reduced across downtown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Colundam
Gas Rate Trial Delayed Testimony Begins In Manhattan Case
After a month delay, testimony in the dollar gas case opened with Kokort of Manhattan serving as special master. City and railroad interests argued over rate definitions and property valuations while witnesses described plant locations and facilities. The city contends the plant is over capitalized and misvalued, aiming to show the rate is not justified by cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kokort Rank
Manhattan
Ecouell
St. Davids Day Celebrated in Parkdale With Merit List
A St. David's Day event in Parkdale featured Mr Grit Mew Bow of FIOEHCe and other local figures. Attendees praised the evening as interesting and instructive, concluding with a supper and social closing. Presence of notable residents, including Mr DE Roberts, highlighted the gathering’s community importance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. David's Day
St. Palvels
Parkdale
Evens
Pete
M. Namber
Mr DE Roberts
Jenate Adjourns and Washington Poised for Afternoon Debate
Fragmentary OCR shows lawmakers adjourning with plans to reconvene Monday. Democratic senators expected to discuss upcoming policy questions and a pending bill in the Senate while asserting aims to elect leaders midyear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenate
Washington
Morph
Aiunday
Sill
Jones fAvKine Semlest
Nuets
Wenate
Whole State Will Strike In Early Spring
At a joint conference state miners and operators refused a small wage boost in northern fields and Wilmington district. Snipers threaten a statewide strike when the current agreement ends. Stand Lumber Combins dissolves amid Western retailer realignments. courts deemed certain restraint provisions unlawful. City Ticket Offices Union Pacific Railroad 625 Kansas Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Uilness
Wilmington
Wartingsen
Wholewaters
Benton Ty
Reverend White Seeks Bowen Endorsement for Lewis Bid
In North Topeka Pastor H B W White of B Street Baptist Church pushes mass church endorsement for Frank Lewis. A meeting of about 40 women and male supporters urged the Lewis ticket, claiming past anti talks and money offers to influence members, while Bergundthal gains colored support amid party shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BH. W. White
B Street Baptist Church
North Topeka
Frank Jewke
Lewis
Wille
Prank Beach
Mr. White
Lewia
Frank Lewis
Larwis
Hughes
Dent
Ergand Thal
Vinewood Park
White
Lewin
Noone
Frank Beach
Dallverthy
Waite Werstem
The
State Journal
Dougie
Seth “Thees
Bergundthal
Bergundthal Avith
Berusndthal
Old Court
Alwit Tveenity
Bereandt
Lewir
Third Ward
Bereontthaks
Ohl Sanderson
Tie _chabe
J. le Shackelford
W. M. Core
Andy Illes
James Deus
Jess. Fier Hook
H. L Monroe
W. Parker
Tillie Stewart
Winnie Ineutiasa
Kum May
Mexie Gaines
Frances Gilley
McCi
Tilth Ward
Tang
Diecusnign
Swrce
Smainkrother
Charles Smint
Clarence Moe
Ptt
Thes
Tari Hughes
Bergundth
Col .Hogher
Lewis Workers Rally Amid Tight Election Pressure
The Lewis workers are poised to align with a Republican committee chair and local supervisor appointments, amid claims of past customs and influence. The scene highlights fears of law and order opponents and ongoing political tension in the precincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Law and Order
LEWIS
Simon
Republican Committee
Precinete
Tragedy on Train No 4 Near Cobscbos
Pittsburg March 5 a fatal accident on the Punherdie railroad when train No 4, a special, derailed near Big Whitnut Cobscbos. Fireman Corinton and engineer Smith were killed. details describe a gruesome head injury to Smith and the crew’s efforts to stop the train. Smith, a longtime Columbus resident, was highly regarded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Punherdie
Big Whitnut
Cobscbos
Coriéton
Corinton
Smith
Keett
Rimemeer Smits
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