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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1903
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR text recounts a chaotic public scene with references to Topeka and Newark. It mentions legal and political tensions, a brewery dispute, alleged corruption, and protests over municipal decisions. The piece interweaves quotes about public governance and accountability with scattered names and events.
A corroding account details the murder of Christian missionaries amid charges of coercion and anti Christian animus. The correspondent cites testimonies about abuse in religious ceremonies and broader political meddling by local powers.
In Topeka a battle over public access to epidemic data pits Mayor Bergandthal against Dr. Lowry and public health officials. The mayor questions secrecy while Dr. Lowry defends informing citizens about measles, diphtheria, and other contagious diseases, urging openness and county health reports to guide self protection.
Don Carlos leads a factional struggle as delegates clash over chairmanship and proposed bylaw changes at the Fraternal Order convention. The session debates election of committees, budget woes, and future leadership with Don Carlos projected to seek reform while others push for stability.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses Louhy whe, a municipal inquiry, and possible extradition to France. It mentions French authorities and a peochiees dodes phrase, suggesting debate over withdrawal of protest or involvement by police, with unclear outcome and dates.
Reports from multiple counties indicate near total losses for peaches and cherries with only a few areas seeing minimal fruit. Apples show heavy damage with about one percent possibly sound. strawberries and grapes face serious harm, while growers alert to widespread bud and vine injuries and need for careful pruning and restraint on new growth.
A garbled notice discusses restrictions for this evening at the Nor ich consort venue. The text mentions managing access, capacity, and external items, with unclear references to individuals and places.
Feond Ware aBtein eiul and Prizes Af 220 550 were discussed at the Pravernal Aud froumrest tonight. Mrm Ketwart Mitchwth Stew and A Heal of Wavesna attended. a contestant from Mentec, ON, suffered an injury. New content referenced Lily cranes and blasts observed. Homer Hort, son at Bech, was noted among attendees.
The state live stock sanitary board plans a sweeping order to require dipping cattle across western districts to curb the Texas fever. Governor Bailey and cattle interests support rapid action, with enforcement by county sheriffs and charges against noncompliant owners..extension of the measure to all counties remains undecided.
Members of the arbitration committees of the National Civic Federation held a semi annual session in New York aiming to spur exclusive action on labor issues. The gathering included notable figures such as Arch F Straits presiding, with Harvard, Rien, Vepland, Mitchell, McCook, Mahon, Duncan, Bis, Taylor and secretary Basics among attendees.
The Ruscue City Commercial club operates a traveling joint on a train between the smoker and dining car, offering a convenient rest stop for passengers with a refreshment car and Wells-Fargo style amenities. The stop in Topeka is noted, with one car heavily laden with varied wares and a distribution of goods managed by the Commercial club.
Reports say Governor Hatley will name a new probate judge for Shawnee County tomorrow. Hayden is a leading candidate though some details remain unclear. The delay follows Judge Fagan’s funeral this afternoon. The office pays about $6,000 annually and handles marriage licenses among other duties. A swift appointment is expected to address the ongoing caseload.
The district attorney candidate, a Nemaha County native who moved to Topeka five years ago from Nemata County, was a close ally of Governor Bailey and owes his appointment to that connection. He has practiced law in Topeka for five years and is regarded as a popular young man.
Concord dispatch reports most New Hampshire communities approved liquor licenses for the coming year. Of 13 towns heard from, cities overwhelmingly favored licensing, with majorities like Keene 80 and Manchester around 1.2 percent in favor. License fees are set by law, modest in towns and higher in cities, with the law tying bottle sales to the number of saloons.
Denver, May 1. Two hundred conks, 000 Watters, 500 Ditchers and 160 bakers were ruled out on strike by the pure fool council. Nearly all restaurants in the city closed. Butchers at the stock yards and meat markets joined the walkout. Retail clerks and international elevator engineers will vote on joining the strike. Fear grows of a general labor union strike amid demands for union recognition.
A long beloved Santa Fe whistle, heard daily across Topeka and even reaching Lawrence and Auburn, is described as fading from use after nearly three decades. The article notes the whistle regulated daily schedules across Shawnee County and was central to Armour Packing Company’s Kansas City tests, signaling a significant change in local industry soundscape.
Residents discuss a mysterious whistle and its impact as tests run, noting intermittent sounds and questions about origin and purpose. The feature mentions possible connections to a large government project and the rumor of a powerful mechanism.
A garbled early 20th century text lists Templar officers and commandery roles tied to Kuletas Temular and Grant Commandery. It references officers for the coming year, with names including Brown, Faber, and Walker, and mentions gatherings, corbendar, and warden positions amid ceremonial duties and Independence events.
Fire in New Albany destroys a two acre block including a grocery store and other structures. Insurance estimates place damages around fifty thousand dollars. The report lists elected officers and local officials, noting community leaders and medical professionals among those affected.
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