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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1904

Page

5

Ol Land Deal and Oil Wells Plan in Woodson County

The Browning Development company secures 516 acres near Neosho Falls Woodson County Kansas for an oil operation with plans to sink ten wells. Directors and stockholders include Judge Dennis Byur and Frank McCormick among others. The firm aims to develop 2500 acres around Fate Center Vernon and expects significant activity with wells soon. Geological targets, proposed depth about 400 feet, and oil at roughly 116 dollars per barrel cited.

Yalew Cernter Hind Neosho Yall Kan Browning Develoment Company Dennis Byur Frank McCormick Marl Tenumarin Willam Stropp Donsdo F. Andarydn Dusytor. O Dusytor. O., Are Directors and Stock Holders. ET Browning Fates Center Fimo Sind Baneral mineRer Conwright Et Apelin Musk Bio Fie Heldman Worn mi Enn Vates Ant Vernon Woodson County Fant Sykranit Agrine Mag Tire Eabo Woodion Nedato Pally Imarket

Delegates Selected for National Conference Meeting

A chaotic report details delegates chosen to attend a national conference of the Methodist chapels. Key figures include Wil Represent Kansas and Rev Herwet, with governance by the board of regents noting responsibilities for student chapel oversight and centurial activities.

Kansas Lawrency Kun Bis Murita Ps Pet Falun University Rev Te Herwet Dusiction Clu Binion i Walon Board of Regietrare Etlowane Wallen

Record fragment hints at church, research, and investigation

Fragmentary text mentions a peak related to a church, possibly the first church, and a large motive tied to investigation and research. The readable parts point to a concentration on inquiry, with limited clarity on entities, dates, or events.

Touching death from lye tragedy in Jewell City

Jewell City March 15 Mrs M F Knappenberger, daughter of E Byram and relative to several local families, died after weeks of declining health following a past attempted suicide by lye. The article notes her youthfulness, beauty, and cheerful nature. It also mentions local figures and upcoming events including a Jewell lecture course and a change in medical practice.

Jewell City Han M. F. Knappenberger Ale Aft Knappenberger E. Byram Knappenberger J. O. Latter W. Fl. Cheney M. W. Whiter W. J. Byram Pines Mankato Attega Khappenberger Jewell Wizan Quayle Agiritz Ter W. T. Butcliff Spain Beloit Intel Wiehonith Suteilis Suteiit

Wellington to Investigate Territory Below Them

In Wellington Kansas on March 1 the West in OH and Gas company announced plans to explore a lower territory for possible oil and gas deposits. W. T. Williams serves as president and head of operations, Henry E. B. Tamperson as secretary, and Fred M. Smith as treasurer. The firm will drill to a depth of several hundred feet to determine if oil or gas can be found in the county.

Wellington Kan Westin OH and Gas Company Orsini Wellimgton W. T. Wili Senatal Stanager Henry EB. Tampeon Fred MM. Rimnith Mak Patl Wichita Kas Charles P. Bath Bath

Macaroni Wheat to Be Planted in Sheridan County

Sheridan county farmers plan extensive sowing of macaroni wheat this spring after last year’s trials yielded promising results. Imported varieties from Asia and Russia promise strong drought tolerance and high yields, with some estimates suggesting 1,000 bushels of native wheat and 2,000 bushels of the new crop on a single farm.

Sheriden Cermersk Bherldar Trus

Purported Notice Describes Medical Aid and Vehicle

Fragmentary OCR notes mention medicine, relief, and an address in Patterson Street, Alliance, Ohio. The garbled text references a Bum bar of bottes and requests for properly puri fot care, with dates 5.8.58 and 6.8. SHORE.

Atte Bottes Patterson St Alliance, O

Sheridan County Bread Trial At Hoxie Sentinel Event

The Hoxie Sentinel received several bushels of Sheridan county macaron i wheat from the Booth Dakota miller. The office showed bread samples baked with the grain, made by Haxte ladies, drawing many visitors to view the quality of the four.

Booth Dakota Sheridan County Hoxie Sentinel Sentinel Haxte

After the Fire at Hill City Kansas and Its Aftermath

Hill City Kansas reports relief after a prairie fire that destroyed about 35 barns and some homes. About 150 men and women gathered, residents fled to the Solomon River, and heroic acts saved property worth thousands. Governor Hanna predicts a building boom with new stone and brick structures planned, while renovations and new facilities reshape the town.

Hill City Kan Solomon River Hanna Hit City Sixth Farmers & Merchants Bank D. J. Hanna Masonicc Order Masons Kansas FP. Pomeroy L. Messier Milt Ot Tt HH City A.J. Rico HW City Graham County Graham D. I Sims F. D. Turck Union Pacific

Miners Split on Proposed Reduction in District 14

Momentum splits miners in District 14 over a proposed 5 percent cut urged by President Mitchell. Some say the vote should decide the matter. others oppose the reduction, notably many Frontenac miners who condemn Mitchell’s policy, while a Frontenac group vandalizes a portrait of him. In Kansas City, Mrs Thoman accuses Armourdale joints of running slot machines as Wyandotte county prosecutors move to seize four devices in two locations.

Frontenac John Mitchell Kanaas City Kan Armourdale Tuts Thoman James 5. Gibson Wyandotte County Zand Kansas Avenue Northwide

South Kansas Conference Parish Meet in Baldwin

About 300 pastors and delegates gather in Baldwin Baldwin Kansas for the South Kansas Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church initial session with Bishop J W Hamilton presiding. Dr C B Meson and Dr Trimble speak as sessions run through Monday.

South Kansas Baldwin Paliwin Kan Ty Gemsion Thin City J. W. Mamilton San Francinco C. B. Meson Cincinnati Trimble New York Abuke Kansas Conference Lawrence OWI Baldwin University Gymnatum Jone Tatite Los Angeles Cal

Fragmentary note on California offers and farm prices

J KING of Topeka Kanes reports a scattered observation about California goods and farm prices. The text mentions March and April activities, colonist excursions, and wines for peas, with unclear references to widespread issues and value.

California J. King Topeka Kanes

Wabash to St Louis Main Entrance to World's Fair Tickets

Kansas City travel tips advertise through trains Frisco System and Southern Railway offering through sleepers to Jacksonville Florida. Rail lines promise established Florida tours with new features this winter. Contact WM. Flannelly for Pull information at 7, P. E. Board of Trade building.

Florida Kansas City Frisco Southern Railway Jacksonville Fla P. A. Board of Trade W. Grove

Traveling Man Raves Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets on Trip Crutch

A St Louis hardware representative says he would travel without his mileage books and luggage but keeps Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a crutch for hotel fare. He credits the pills with his digestion and health, noting less heartburn and fewer headaches after years of daily use. Also mentions a pneumonia scare for Marshall's wife in Garnien City and local court notes.

Stuart St. Louis Josh Wichita Kan Moreh Frank St Clair George

Will of W H Craddock in Kansas City Missouri

The will of William H Craddock who died March 5 in Kansas City appoints his wife Mary E B Craddock as administrator and divides real and personal property between his wife and two children Barry H Craddock and William A Craddock. A daughter Laura Craddock was born after the will. No inventory has been filed.

W. H. Craddock Kansas ‘City Kar Wiliam HH. Craddock Thin City J . Will Mary EB. Craddock Barry H. Craddock William Craddock Laura Craddock

Britt Prepares For Corbett Bout With Calm Focus

San Francisco March 1 Jimmy Britt, angered by josh talk about Young Corbett, vows to win the bout. He weighs practic ally 135 pounds and plans to make 130, saying he has eaten freely and will diet if needed. Britt sparred, shadow boxed, and trained with Spider Kelly and Frank Rafael at Croft's Alameda gym.

San Francisco Jimmy Britt Young Corbett James Edward Joshing Spider Kelly Spider Frank Rafael Croft Alameda Rafael

Fitzsimmons McCoy Fight Hinted by Hoosier Anxieties

New York and San Francisco dispatches report Bob Fitzsimmons and Kid McCoy likely to meet in the near future with talks of a May or June bout. McCoy expresses eagerness to fight, while Fitzsimmons trains in preparation. Rumors also touch on Plunkett and Dutch fighter Pince involvement as potential delays unfold. In a separate item, EO McCormick receives a promotion to assistant traffic director for Harriman lines, with Charles S. Fee named as successor at Northern Pacific, effective April 1.

New York Bob Pitzsimamons Kid McCoy Fitesimmone McCoy Broadway Fitzsimmons Fransisco MetCoy Ign San Francisco Southern Pacific EO. McCormick Pissenger Trafic Harriman Lines Chicago Stubbs McCormick Charles 8 Fee St Paul Northern Pacific Railway Mr. McCormick

Rain and Steelin Dominate New Orleans Races

Rain and Steelin were the leading favorites as racing unfolded in New Orleans on March 18. DeRoszka won the St Patrick Jund-Teag worth 1188 dollars, with Morning Star fading late and Wit runner-up. Missouri-K.U. track meet in Kansas City announced for March 18 as Kaneas and Min- will clash in a dual indoor event at Convention Hall. San Francisco notes rain mud at Oakland with four favorites winning. Moran returns to sign with Boston, as Moren contemplates southbound trip after meeting with Soden.

New Orleans Rainand Stelin Alien Wien DeRoszka Morning Star Wit DeReseke Matthews Folie Enmtin DeRosske J. Hayman Missouri-K. U Kanean City Kaneas Min Convention Hall San Franciscan Omiland Sue Hagerton Abula God Daley Moran Boston Roston Moren Tram Soden

Marosn Lures St Paul Sign Chicago Player

March 18 Arthur Marcan of Milwaukee signed to play with the St Paul association team. Grif patti led Highlanders through bat and fielding practice in Atlanta with the team showing good form despite a thumb injury.

St. Paul Eenees Wis Arthur Marcan Milwaukes St. Paul American Assontion Grifith Atlanta Clark Grifpatti Morsing

Griffiths Infield and Wolfe Arm Ready For Season

Washington reports baseball preparations in 1904 with Griffiths field anchored by Anglagh and The hay infield and outfield. Wolfe, returning from arm injury, is in great shape and ready for the season. Johnson negotiates with players as White Sox men test fixtures.

Griffith Anglagh Wolfe Washington Chicago Johnson Senators Commer White Sox Marlin Springs Tannehil Isbell Camiskey

Conference Concludes With No New Cash Guidance

A brief meeting with Treasurer Robison yielded no new information. The session, led by President Frank Robene from Cleveland, suggested final action in the case may be postponed pending further review.

Robison

Train Ticket Sale Details at 0 Via Santa Fe

Tickets on sale during March and April for a trip with intermediate points. Comfortable sleep ers and free chair carm available. Liberal stopover privileges. For full information and free return, write to King A Toveka.

Santa Fe King T A. Toveka

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