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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1904
Page
4
Local discussion centers on reducing gas rates to 1.25 per thousand cubic feet and closing a waterworks deal immediately. Eli Snyder and Tom Sayder push for prompt action while opposing gas firm control, arguing the city must drill tests and seek terms to limit expenses and support workers.
Chauncey Dewey and two cowboys faced murder charges in a long jury trial in Norton Kansas. The panel reportedly deliberated for over 25 hours amid disputed shooting at the Berry home in Cheyenne county dating back to 1902, with testimony detailing farm and land disputes that sparked the deadly confrontation between the Deweys and the Berry family.
The council race splits labor and unions as candidates deploy heavy campaigning. Figures like Mr Banking’s charge of time and activity draw attention to his bid and the district’s registration push in Second Ward.
Testimony described damp air staining cartridges as the cause of dark spots, not previous discharges. Both sides acknowledged threats and quarrels. after a shooting a lynch talk swept Colby area, the militia was deployed, and the Deweys were later released on bail. Government probes the Dewey holdings and alleged illegal steps via special agents.
Chauncey Dewey, Uhide Wise, and WZ Methiay, alleged to be tied to the murder case of the Harry boys, arrived at Eureka Lake on Sunday in high spirits. Dewey receives many congratulations from Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Toledo as he plans to stay with family in Selina before returning to work in Bryant. Meliride and his wife accompanied the group, traveling to Eureka Lake and planning a summer visit with Mr. Dewey.
Washington reports the McCall committee weighing a mortormive department study on congress members. Bristow testifies about clerk hire allowances, secret regulations, and a possible file accessible to lawmakers. He notes legal limits of $400 yearly and $60 for fuel and light.
President Candamo visited the American cruiser New York in Callao with U.S. Minister Dudley and a party of cabinet members and notable Americans. The Peruvian flag, band, and cheering marked a formal reception as Candamo inspected the vessel with interest and gratification. Abril honored officers of the warship with a function at the Callao club.
The Topeka death list records El G Salt a prominent real estate figure passing at 54 after surgery at 1235 Monron street. He moved to Kansas in 1857 from Ohio, built a real estate and freight business, and led the Merchants' Transfer Company. He leaves a wife and four children. Funeral arrangements are set for tomorrow afternoon. interment in Topeka Cemetery.
Washington reports the President sending nominations to the Senate for secretary of legation and collector in Hawaii. The U S Supreme Court grants the U S motion to intervene in a water dispute involving Arkansas River waters between Kansas and Colorado. A building project in Topeka advances, with a two story tenement planned near Marrinan Street. A wool market note from Missouri reports steady demand.
Market report shows weak tone across wheat corn and provisions with heavy hog selling and firm corn later. Prices stated for native steers hogs and various futures along with Kansas City and Topeka market quotes and assorted produce prices.
A Rough blend of Topeka and Manhattan market chatter with prices and activity across meat, dairy, grain, and stock sectors. Includes Manila and San Francisco routes, Spot Sale hints, and cattle and creamery product movements along with Wall Street stock shifts and bond reflections. Market tone fluctuates, with mixed signals on grains and steady to higher futures in some lines.
A lively mock oratorical contest by Washburn girls Saturday night impressed with precise impersonations of malice men roosters and orators. Notable participants from Fairmount Ottawa Emnorth Southwest Kansas Baker Midland and Kansas Wesleyan colleges performed vivid impressions while Misses Sweet Morton and Fuller provided musical interludes. The act featured policeman costumes and a playful farewell with parodies and a morale boosting finale.
Washington March 31 Congressmen Bowersock Kansas and Cowhord Missouri testified before the Senate Commerce Committee on Kaw River issues. The panel is not expected to consider any money for Kaw River projects. Senators Long and Stone plan an amendment to the Sundry Civil bill proposing 1.5 million dollars to clear obstructions at Kaw River to prevent flood threats. The Kansas City committee will return home tomorrow.
Kansas City market reports cattle hogs and sheep receipts and bale values with prices noted for feeders steers cows and bulls and hogs and sheep bids. Chicago market similarly notes cattle and hog bids and calves with steady to lower tendencies and sheep demand softening. Cotton market across New York notes absence of panic and mixed futures with May around 1619 while spot demand shows limited liquidity and cautious liquidity.
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