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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1904
Page
5
Kansas News marks its third anniversary with a celebration of local achievements and community milestones. The page highlights prominent editors and contributors reflecting on growth across wards, schools, and civic groups.
The report describes a lemon tree specimen claimed to produce fruits weighing four pounds. Researchers report success in growing large lemons, noting a trial with multiple trees and plans to expand to more trees to test fruit weights and potential yields, including twelve terms from the fruit. The work outlines growth conditions and expectations for future seasons.
A Fort Scott man faced government scrutiny over a pension scam involving a fraudulent claim by a substituted claimant. The veteran allegedly used a stand-in to receive payments for years while the true beneficiary avoided detection until an attorney intervened. Officials say the case hinges on forged papers and a substituted sergeant, with the government pursuing charges and trial.
Fragmented notes describe curiosities from Biren and Doniphan counties dated 1730s with Latin prayers and Bible references. The report hints at ancient papers and items like wine, beer, and early English magazines found in a mixed collection.
A jumble of old items from a township attic reveals a mix of fashion plates, a dated dress pattern, a common pin, a candle, a set of girls plates, and a four-pound break quenr. The note hints at flea market era dreams and faded memories tied to Attic era conks and grasshopper gene references.
Mr H W Reed and family recount a Florida and Cuba trip starting in St Augustine, visiting Miami Havana Matanzas and Cuba eight days. They describe clean Havana streets, Spanish language dominance, historic sites, a cave excursion, and the Cuba sugar industry amid vivid impressions of ocean air and travel with relatives.
The Wichita area sees numerous new minister appointments from the Methodist Conference, led by Bishop John W. Hamlin. The list includes Garden City, Lakin, Ness City, Stockton, Seneca, Canton, Chase, Pratt, Marion, Lyons, and Greensburg among others, with presiding elders and district superintendents guiding assignments.
Lindsborg March 23 Crowds attend a musical festival with Serenata chorus earning praise equal to any county group. The event promises the largest attendance in Hebtany’s oratorio history as concerts continue March 30 and into April amid strong reception.
The document records scattered names and assignments for church circuits across Kansas including Meade, Wichita, Kingman, Attica, Arkansas City west, and other towns. It names ministers such as Renner, Goddard, Hania, Parker, and Williams, noting supplied or appointed positions and locations with ordinal references and district mentions.
Warren Jewett disputes fixed twine prices, says Leavenworth plans to cut costs for farmers. He notes three million pounds for harvest, warehouse stock, and potential savings of about $20,000 on one million pounds, with higher outlook for three million pounds overall. He mentions a board meeting and ongoing inquiries on price.
Nine scholars at Himadall school are set to graduate this spring. Principal A. W. Lucas oversees the 120 plus enrollment with James Denton and Mrs Bertha Mcintyre as assistants. Graduation exercises are scheduled for April 29.
Mr. John swungstram scaperimsenieht at the mine is returned to Fopeky to tend Wanless. Scott Warman may not remain as superintendent. A cloudy damper fed the engine, bringing water into the tank and providing ore without water haulers. Two miners are at work and a second is being carved. tunnels are under way as rooms are prepared. Lulestrum indicated the mine could reach about 26 Usal Rt tons daily.
Fragmentary OCR text notes references to United States revenue stamps on a letter. Names, places, and coherent facts are unclear due to garbled wording. The piece appears to discuss stamps, past occurrences, and unsettled details without a clear event or date.
Recruiting officers at joint army stations are under arrest. C Deni gan and John Ewing face detention as officers from Yates Center and Strong City, with no charges specified publically.
In a strong field of sixteen at Montgomery Park Memphis, on March 26, Little Scout, son of Lamplighter, ridden by Dominick and trained to a well judged pace, edged McGee and Haviland’s Luralignter home by two and a half lengths. Beaten rivals included Wittal, Byways, Safety Light, and Corrigan entries, with Duellist and two others close behind as the finish unfolded.
In a five furlong sprint at Racine Tichenor and Co promote Voltrice ridden by Dr. Rice Sam Voltine overcoming last place start to win. Milly Pinkie of New Orleans and Lady Iliseon ridden by Robbins challenge but fail to hold lead. Irene Lindsey defeats Storple with margins as Dominick shines with three wins and a second.
New York March 29 The struggle for patronage between the Giants and Highlanders is intense. Johnson will personally campaign for the Highlanders with most of his efforts dedicated to boosting their cause. The campaign involves advertising and literature distribution about the Griffith agreement. Johnson claims he is directing the effort to support the Highlanders while Brush faces pressure in this city. Meanwhile McGraw plans to join the New York National League and may play if conditions allow. If active, he could take over second base from Gilligan as the Giants open in Brooklyn.
Cambridge memo reports Walter Clarkson, brother of the famed Joh, likely to join Detroit Americana after offers from Detroit and Chicago. Clubs eye Clarkson as a strong addition. teammates expect a decision soon, with Detroit favored over Chicago.
Chicago fight ends with Abe Attell winning a six round decision over Annetio Herrera. Most spectators disapproved of the referee’s ruling with about three quarters favoring Herrera.
A report covers Buddy Bran Sle Hurt defeating Jack O’Keefe after a 20 round draw with Jimmy Britt, with Hurt’s manager confirming Britt as Hurt’s next opponent and a forfeit noted. Joe Gans won a decision over Gus Gardner for the world welterweight title last night in Michigan, while Tom Sharmey lost a wrestling match in Richmond. A baseball game in Bethany saw Farmers beat the Swedes 9 to 6, and 68-year-old Alice Luehm travels 2000 miles by rail stage and boat to reach her father in Waterville, Washington, arriving Friday.
N. J. Mora received word from Persia that Triuphenes and his servant were found murdered after a plot for ransom. The victim, presumably stabbed, and the servant were dead where the body was left by the colonials. Margaret Dean, also mentioned, was present in the account.
A man traveled from Wichita to the coast and back with his servant after a three year posting in Uremta. The party reports no molestation during the trip and they returned home safely.
Washington hearing on the postal investigation continues with Rep Overstreet chairing the subcommittee as it reviews Bristow and Hay resolutions. He recounts actions to obtain clerk hire and lease details from the Post Office, notes publication errors, and presses for higher level disclosure while defending committee conduct.
Vague notes reference tickets on sale during March for Via Sante and related mediation points. The fragment mentions free chair care and Liberal era, with a contact address for information and external facilities. No clear persons, organizations, or dates are established.
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