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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1903
Page
7
Police notes recount a serious offense involving shootings into a train. The article mentions Uncle Sam, government eyes, and Indian rights at a station. It lists names and implies court action, with references to various individuals and a charged public safety incident.
Fragmentary text describes someone never allowed entry to a stock in Laramie and mentions charity committee. It then references two days of unlimited treating and returning home at peace with mankind.
The Interstate Commerce Commission met in New York to probe a plan to transfer control of the Louisville and Nashville railroad to the Atlantic Coast Line. Key figures include Rich Hawley, John W. Garba, and J. S. Williams, with Morgan & Co. and Seaboard Air Line connected to option sales and stock transfers amid questions of competing interests and potential conflicts with the Southern railroad.
The Atlanta and national notices discuss former Secretary Hoke Smith, his wealth from the Atlanta Territory holdings, and questions about returning to politics in Georgia or national service. The piece notes his vast holdings, Democratic stance, and public perception as a wealthy, influential figure.
Fire at Walle yesterday night destroyed a large batch of machinery and grain, burning the mill yard to the ground. Estimates place total loss near $15,000 with about two thirds insured. Local details mention a dentist A Koester and a city ticket office on Kanene Avenue amid scattered names and addresses.
Topeka social column records visits and arrivals. Lena Golady of Hilden Missouri stays with family of F. McAtee on Quincy Street. Mrs J. Parks of Beloit attends Mrs A. Petro on Van Acen Street. Local residents, visitors, and travel plans include Mrs. Gabriel's son in Saint Louis, Mr. Wright returning from Okawatomie, and Mrs. Fowler planning a Texas visit. New Era Dept Store announces sales and hat openings with 10 percent discounts and a display of new millinery.
Domestic turmoil surrounds Rev Wilken of an AME church as his wife sues for recovery of their three children. A habeas corpus writ was secured. Wilken, once living away, allegedly enticed the kids and hid them with Matilda McCleary, a colored woman. Neighbors and church members split on the pastor amid the dispute. The Wilken home on North Harrison Street was deserted as the case unfolds.
In Topeka Senator Fitzpatrick of Tanga County draws attention as a potential candidate for the railroad commission while denying active pursuit. Reports claim Wells might back Fitzpatrick if he runs, with Kelly Coleman and Harrow tagged as possible supporters. Elsewhere in Seattle, strikers barricade tracks after a streetcar crash and gunfire near the post office area.
Harry Corbett declines to referee the upcoming Tuesday bout between Youne Corbett and Terry Monavern. The mutual choice of managers, Corbett and Monavern, did not accept him as official referee, creating a change in the fight plans. The item appears amid broader notices and adverts in the same publication.
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