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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1903

Page

6

Police Jottings At Judge Hamilton Courtroom

Police and court officers entertained by Judge Hamilton this morning as several defendants were released after a liquor sale case failed to prove guilt. The scene at their club rooms on Fit and Jackson featured witnesses, humor, and testimony about beer behind a divan and in a bottle behind the water pitcher. The proceedings touched on an ordinance about a dwelling house and the trial of James Jentan and others for shooting.

Stredow Jennenn Judey Hamistein Iun Fit and Jackson Murs Pris Wo Wittacrey Eral Oriere Johnson Tenis Ft Callie Kim Che Laney Alison James Jentan Aiein Dewy Harris Alt Siestity Alin

Page fragment recounts a police court case and gun incident

In a police court hearing the shabby text describes a confrontation involving Lowry and others, a weapon discharged, and claims of repayment leading to legal action. The fragment names Lawery Nevin and Sir Lewry, notes wounds to Penn and Williams, and references a gun in relation to an alleged debt dispute.

Himach Pease Almione Multe Naneed Lawery Sue Smigke Wenelf Ty Ik Rouk Cher Sir Lewry Lowry Docadiun Penn Tord Williams

The Black M. Man's Side Address at Meeting

A Methodist preacher delivers a controversial talk on race at a May New York gathering. He questions Southern claims and the North’s complicity, urging careful handling of “The Negro Problem.” The speech critiques political loyalties, urging restraint before potential backlash.

New York Charles Morris United States

Why Drugs Fail Says Lack of Purity in Trials

Washington May 22 report notes scientists link drug failures to impurities. Discussion highlights trial readings, process controls, and purity standards affecting efficacy. Officials reference ongoing testing, regulatory scrutiny, and future remedies to improve outcomes and safety.

Miles Washington Siseien Ordete Alutode Trentnent Bal Denton Betty Sige Bert

Violence Rises on Trek Amid Unrest and Fatal Blows

The report details renewed violence on a Brooklyn trek, with a hammering clash between strikers and workers as the day ends in disorder. A Brooklyn carpenter is killed by a blow, provoking fear and urging calm while police pursue the assailants. Separately, the Royal Neighbors convene in Indianapolis for their annual gathering, debating by law changes affecting membership and gender rules within affiliated orders. The Isthmus is noted for fever outbreaks and social tensions, with calls for government action on public health measures.

Hyomet hailed as sole cure for catarrh claims

Fragmented ad copy hawks Hyemel as the only direct application to destroy catarrh bacteria. It cites testimonials from motorists and doctors, promising miraculous relief and urging long term use for chronic cases, with price and order details included.

Meyer Emory M Yard Trenton Hilke Catarh W. Stannield

Wheat Condition Report Across Regions

A weekly crop bulletin notes wheat improving overall with regional variation. In the Central division, growth is slow but color improves. late apples and alfalfa show better prospects. corn planting completed though slow due to cool weather. In the Western division, rye and barley advance, potatoes and gardens recover from frost, cattle recovering from the late storm.

Arate Morris Norton Haltern Doninhan Jewell Edwards i Ford

Wheat Field Expert Examines Depth Behind Harvest Outlook

A field analyst named Hussett arrives by train to Topeka reporting on subsoil conditions and wheat root depth across Kansas City to Topeka belts. He gathers reports, assesses prospects for the coming harvest, and plans to relay findings to inform Chicago board of trade operatives.

Pisanbum Chicago Popeka Hervey Conte Liniatte Kreratigatienn Kanes City Topeka Russell Topeka Mondice Fvey County

Fifth Street Electric Railway Association Forms

A new Fifth Street Electric Railway association organizes to pressure Vinewood owners to extend service down Fifth from Quincey to the depot, replacing the Tefferenn street route. Officers appointed include Speicent ZT on gen, vice privaiktienn Folliday, Holliday, Radwern, Govite tot Maakin, and D. W. Thomas. A meeting is planned Wednesday evening at 8 with informal dinner at the secretary’s office to discuss starting operations.

Fifth Street East Pitt Quincey Bara Fe Tefferenn Street Fifth Street Electric Railway Speicent Privaiktienn Folliday Ema Mum Radwern Govite M. Peeeitenetary

Sell Case on Yet Another Pardon Effort

Confused OCR text reports a pardon plea for Willie Stil and mentions a Diy military official. It notes convicts tied to a murder case and possible gubernatorial action. Also references Carlo Brizzi’s death in Newark and a historic opera figure.

Willie Stil Notaries Diy Ue Cagle Soll Uae Halley Bette Hounty Soest

Forest fires threaten towns as rainfall aids relief efforts

In Westmoreland and Cambria counties heavy forest fires raged for days. Residents and volunteers battled flames along Laurel Hill and near Dunio and Twin Rocks while Altoona and Datsinstown crews aided containment. The Seward power plant at Connemagh remained guarded to stop embers from reaching the facility. May 1 reports describe the most destructive fires in years, with several homes burned in Westmoreland’s Loath Hill area and Witterford under threat.

Johnstown Wittont Oftetra Snidke Ty Tumbermey Dunio Wistondale Twin Rocks Laurel Hill West Moreland County Uae Connemagh Seward Latrobe Witterford Loughlins

Not for $60,000 unt 1 att i

Fragmented OCR text from a New York report covers statements by former Special Agent Theobald and references to jewelry, alleged theft, and authorities. It notes a lack of interview by Theobald and mentions collectors and duties but remains garbled and unclear on specifics.

New York Hans Theobald Stritahan Thebald

Court records from Holyrood clash near fortress attack

In Holyrood a court case hinges on a clash at Tat pkelth castle near the Fotsrood police post. Names appear garbled but reference to King Baward and Guern Alex apoltia alongside Hast members. Trial concerns alleged assault during the arrival at the palace and subsequent protective actions.

Hainbure Nay Etinburs King Baward Guern Alexapoltia Tat Kink Kad Yupen Patie

Cleveland Sends a Check for Fund Benefit

A May TEA check described as from former President Cleveland contributes to a fund aiding the overthrow of misgovernment. J. B. Stuart, noted Confederate figure, is mentioned in connection with the affair.

Cleveland M& Minniment Terra J. BF Stuart

Cavalry lever. Accompanying the check To a Vetter In wich Mr. Chevelentt

A garbled wartime note recalls an American fighter, stressing memory of a fallen person. The fragment mentions a veteran and a country defending effort, hinting at a ceremonial gesture or tribute amid confusion. No clear names, dates, or places are extractable from the readable text.

A Mechanical Navigator Solves Course and Position

A mechanical navigator device demonstrates accurate course and position solving. Captain Lawless and Rear Admiral Ginge discuss its practical navigation value, citing New York efforts and tests that show reliable mapche navigation benefits.

San Franciseo Nasteen Ascordie New York Wiley Et Aires Ginge

Yates Vetoes Salary Grab Springfield

Governor Yater vetoes the salary raise bill as the General Assembly nears adjournment. He notes appropriations in the forty third assembly near fifteen million and urges constitutional justification for the increase. Oldest Lutheran minister Peter Anstadt VD dies in York.

Yates Springfield Yater Hat House Forty-Third General Assembly Ffteen Mrt Onsale Eee Donacs Annachal Ilinois York Peter Anstadt Oie General Synod The Lutheran Church Suseciehans University Gettyefurg Grave

Labor unrest and sugar beet labor rumors in Kansas

A garbled account notes Gerow of the state free employment bureau claims 200 workers are needed in the beet sugar region near Kearney County. Citizens discuss wages, labor fear, and Kansas farm labor availability amid ongoing weather and local civic chatter.

Gerow State Free Employment Burit Kearney County Kentgniig Wis State Free Employment Bureau Lyon

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