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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1903
Page
6
Readable text notes a gathering or meeting with names like Weymentas, Midren, Clarkson, and Prentiss Bins, with references to universities, committees, and possible tenure or tenure-related work. The fragmentary OCR suggests a campus event involving multiple individuals and institutions, plus scheduled dates and locations.
Fragmentary OCR shows note of May special session to empower Kentucky authorities to punish an offense. Text is garbled with names and locations unclear but references Lexington and county events. Contains mentions of an attempted festival and removal of a person, with unclear connections to a governor and legislature.
County officials report the cancellation of bonds totaling more than 11 thousand dollars. Treasurer Philips notes that 21,827 certificates and county bonds were redeemed or canceled, with payments settled by the treasurer’s office.
May reports from New York describe Cunard lines and a royal concern involving ship timetables and passenger travel disruptions. Officials and agencies are examining routes and safety measures amid ongoing international maritime activity.
America's cup defender Reliance is at New Rochelle for tuning and preparation. Owners expect a superb craft as Herreshoff design tools are fine tuned. The yacht will stay in New Rochelle for several days while crew trains and gains racing shape ahead of upcoming heats.
Fragmentary OCR text notes Beeliah King not crossing by assistance. Mentions repairs, Belgium Antwerp, Boston path, and a Briton associated with edits and expansion.
The district gathering featured a big parade and entertainment for visitors. Winners earned prizes in crafts and games, including a leather shirt, quilting items, and boxing gloves, with multiple individuals named for various awards.
A chaotic program describing a stage night with Ed Ghee, W. G. Morton, and others. Performances include music by Floresce Morton and Mary Dunicia, a cow boy imitation at a funeral, and a humorous monologue, with Goaree Fipple and Charter Bers among the cast.
Van Orsdal in charge and Willan Van Oraday of Sliver Lake assume deputy duties in the County Clerk office. John Wright, serving as deputy since Newman’s departure, will transfer duties to County Treasurer-elect F. C. Bowen. Wright will not assume duties of the croseetters wife pending other arrangements. Wright to be succeeded by Owen and Wright to return as needed.
A Gresham Nebraska clergyman describes relief from nervous strain and headaches after quitting coffee and using Postum drinks. He reports improved sleep appetite and clearer complexion and cites a neighbor’s recovery from stomach ailments after replacing coffee with Postum.
Mr Dickinson tells the State Journal that accusations by a former inmate are false claiming no patient was mistreated or discharged improperly. He cites his own role at the asylum, denies fraternities with staff, and says he left only after a dispute over pay and duties with supervision.
Wet weather and damp courts postpone Topeka tennis season as opening tourney planned for last Saturday fails. The club at Tenth and Fillmore reports nets and backstops ready, but concerns over vandalism and private property lead to police action if nuisance persists.
County officials consider placing screen guards to protect papers and records across offices. Vandalized files occurred and a petition circulated for a new road name. Some petitions were found added to court files, prompting a fresh circulation and replacement.
A lumber handlers strike in Chicago began with 2,300 workers walking out, threatening major disruption to the timber trade. Workers demand 20 cents an hour more and a ten hour day, while about seventy five mills and plants reportedly halted operations across the city. The action targets employers including Bronta, signaling potential serious trouble for local lumber businesses.
A fragment notes an assessment signed January 4 between tallymen and Amber Inpector’s union and employers. It references wages of 22 cents an hour for one year, signaling a tentative labor agreement during the period.
Charles W. Patner, president of the Gideons, spoke to a full Crawford gathering noting the local men present among traveling salesmen. Palmer, a longtime Christian speaker, described his conversion and his work with the three year old Gideons as he spoke in a plain, engaging manner to a receptive audience.
North Topeka residents attended events and visits with friends in Meriden and Silver Lake. Local postings cover guests from St. Joseph, Kansas City trips, May festival attendance, church guild meetings, and family movements including relocations and condolences.
Describes a broad transportation route with Burlington connections and a map showing density of settlements and reach across the region. Requests proposed one way or circuit options, asking for cost and best method to implement. Mentions Bricked, Feshe ashen Cay, San Mtnin Sh ang, Oitz, Mo as place references.
The item references Dirt Clark Netewender of 1914 Jackson Street and the Farris family bound for Indiana. It mentions T. Z. Peacwon, a Congregational church event, Rev. Pearson’s death, and detours in travel events. Several garbled phrases indicate funeral or attendance notes and community notices from a small town church scene.
The quarantine on Entitle Sheer and Miemingsts and Meine in Ride Ila w h which were ruled by the November 27 190% order has ended. The department of agriculture announces all animals with foot and mouth disease have been destroyed and no premises occupied by them remain infected, with thorough disinfection completed. Take the Nickel Plates train service to Chicago and other cities with low rates and reliable service. Authorized agents and offices listed.
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