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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1903
Page
9
A bustling social evening featured many gatherings with engagements, visits, and parties. Prominent locals and guests attended from Topeka, Great Bend, and nearby towns, including Mrs. J. J. Byrne and Mrs. O. Wood, as well as visitors from Hutchinson and Chicago, with plans for upcoming festivals, concerts, and receptions noted throughout the listings.
Atlante Ga May journal outlines the Conference of Charities and Corrections sessions. Topics include Juvenile Penalties, Supervision, Juvenile Court, parole, pardons, family welfare, and housing. Noted speakers: Brown Rutherford, Platt Gear Canfield, Thubsard, Meet, Lindsay, Tuttle, Barrows. Des Moines: Puckett, 2, arrested for murder by fist blow on traveling companion Youcker.
Report describes a disturbance at the Ainwus Woolen Company mill where workers remove machinery and four feet of original foundation alignment are noted. Four veterans are mentioned in relation to the event and ensuing investigation.
Arch ie L Williams advised Topeka’s ways and means committee on trolley franchise limits arguing against the company plan. He urged strict provisions on track placement fares and public access while proposing three lawyers to draft a new ordinance. The council debated terms and potential concessions, weighing miles of track with city finances and future routes.
A pamphlet warns that improper feeding and excess coffee harm the body, causing organic distress and fatigue. It cites a St John Canada woman describing gripping pains, weariness, and nervousness linked to coffee. A Battle Creek testimonial touts Postum as a coffee alternative improving energy and ambition.
A noisy city hall session discussed the proposed trolley franchise and related development for Hie trnticy Sastnen. Speakers included My. Withers and others emphasizing public benefit while debates over ordinance changes and funding continued without a final decision.
In Emporia mayor Martin declares war on saloons after days of carnival turmoil. Detectives seize whisky at two roadhouses and threaten closure, prompting patrons to seek police help. The incident follows threats against saloon owners as authorities vow action to curb liquor depots and street disorder.
In a garbled era text an organization calling itself the New York Protective Union of Froskiyiy seeks to unite labor and employers, claiming a 42 foot measure and organizing in Manhattan. A public meeting is announced with bands and a Sunday concert at Garfield Park by Marshall's Band.
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