Clothes Whitening Claim Sparks Fresh Care Advice
A trade note asserts that two thirds as much starch yields whiter starched clothes, softer flannels, and noticeable wear improvement, urging readers to adjust starch use for better results.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1903
Page
8
A trade note asserts that two thirds as much starch yields whiter starched clothes, softer flannels, and noticeable wear improvement, urging readers to adjust starch use for better results.
Albert Griffin of Topeka Kansas analyzes Cuba issues and U S trade relations in a long letter or column. He argues for stronger American production and market access, referencing Cuban politics and the potential impact on U S goods and prices.
Federal judge grants temporary restraining order against International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 7 and allied officers and members. Companies allege threats intimidation and interference with interstate commerce amid a bitter labor dispute over contract terms. Police deployed to prevent violence as strikes disrupt freight and wagon movements.
A Manila report notes General Miles and a large contingent involved in a contentious hearing beyond the Pacific. The submission details include a merger hearing, stock evidences, and a national debate over transportation and defense allocations.
The Kansas federation race centers on Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Tessier with factions backing different candidates for president. Supporters praise Mrs. Lewis for leadership and hospitality while opponents warn against backing a candidate tied to child care and reform. Conference notes reveal shifting alliances, committee roles, and intra-group tensions within Topeka and state clubs.
Market news from Chicago May 1 shows corn steady with featureless trading, cattle prices from 3.90 to 5.25, and fluctuating wheat futures. Provisions opened easier on hogs with lower prices, and slight declines in oats, with local receipts noted and prices developing through the day.
Stocks show widespread softness amid mixed economic signals. Trading focuses on energy and financials as losses spread across the floor. Traders note cautious optimism fading and volume weakens amid unsettled conditions. Prices drift lower in key indexes while some blue chips hold modest gains.
Topeka market notes list diverse produce and meats including potatoes, onions, grapes, apples, tomatoes, and poultry. Item prices and crate or dozen quantities are mixed with stray catalog-like entries and garbled OCR.
A list of foreign corporations granted authority to operate in Kansas includes Kioke Arenave of Kansas City and others. Firms from Chicago and Pierre are noted with capital amounts and business lines such as manufacturing, rail equipment, and brick. The notice names multiple entities and locations and urges state action on charter filings.
Fragmentary OCR details charters for multiple firms in Wakefield and Zenith region. Mentions Wakefield capital of 28000 dollars, Zenith Grats and Live Stock Mortgage company, and Stafford county with capital of 80 dollars. Contains garbled names and locations.
Rain fell nationwide with the heaviest totals in Concord and nearby towns. Corcertia recorded 1.34 inches for the period ending noon. Temperatures varied, with winds from the north and hourly readings noted at weather stations including Omaha, Toronto, and Fort Becht.
The Friday Washburn College Review outlines a compromise candidate slate for student offices amid factional tensions. George Anderson leads the slate with Luvdinman as secretary and Jenni Chaser for treasurer, amid a feud between the “gahe” “watt gang” and Gamma Sliema factions.
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