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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1904

Page

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Topeka Freight Concessions Sought By Santa Fe

Paul Morton of the Santa Fe outlined proposed concessions to aid Topeka jobbers and manufacturers. He cited efforts to restore a five cent air differential and discuss reduced through rates with competing lines. Local business leaders pressed for specific cuts across classes and districts, while rail officials pledged further talks to reach workable compromises.

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Becoming Apparent That New Candidate Will Appear

A developing political notice hints at a forthcoming candidate entry. Details remain sparse but organizers and voters may anticipate an official announcement, potential alignments, and implications for local races.

Parker in the Lead at Democratic Delegate Fight

Missouri figure Folk may become a factor as delegates clash over two thirds rule at the Democratic national convention. Parker leads with 76 New York delegates. Hearst tops Ohio and Illinois, while many states remain uninstructed. Sways over rival camps threaten a compromise nominee against Roosevelt.

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No Frost Report for Topeka Despite Frost Near By

Weather Bureau records a temperature of 40 below in parts of the state while frost is noted in nearby stations. Topeka reports no frost per the director. The corn and wheat region bulletin notes clear weather, fair and warmer tonight, with Sunday showers in parts. Northwest wind at noon, hourly temperatures logged by government thermometer.

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Secretary Hay Arrives at St Louis Exposition

Secretary Hay visiting St Louis for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition as representative of President Roosevelt. He rests at his hotel after a brief reception. Prince Pa Lin tour party departs for Chicago. Belgian pavilion opens with 300 orphan girls welcomed by Baron Monchem. German section opened. Olympian games begin with Missouri schools championship amid large crowds. President Francis attends, gifts presented, and relations celebrated at the fair.

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Marconi and Engineers Arrive for Chicago Convention

The Campania brings Herbert Jenson He March and G Grewdon Marks as part of New York’s first foreign mechanical engineers delegation to the Chicago convention. About 350 engineers expected next week. William Marconi also arrives to advance experiments at the Cape Breton Glace Bay station with new instruments allowing seventeen hundred mile distant wireless communication.

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Topeka Santa Fe Shop Strikes Pay Checks Amid Lockout

In Topeka, Santa Fe machinists locked out May 2 will receive April pay on May 1 as the strike continues. Buckalew out of city, officers say no return to work soon. Officials plan pay at the treasurer’s office May 14 for all former Topeka shop employees. Union leaders debate strategy as the dispute strains relations with labor groups and management.

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Fall of Port Arthur Reported Amid War News

Reported fall of Port Arthur with heavy casualties follows Japanese advances in Manchuria. Messages from London and Washington note troop movements, railway disruption, and strategic shifts as Japan presses toward key targets while Russia appeals for terms.

Still Deadlocked at State Convention Ballot Battle

The convention saw heated crowds and strong shows of support for Lowden and Hamlin as ballots continued. Officers and delegates faced disorder while Cannon urged decorum. by ballot sixteenth and then the seventeenth the totals showed Lowden leading with 472 votes to Hamlin's 351 and others.

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United Commercial Travelers Elect Officers at Independence

At a May 14 meeting in Oklahma City the United Commercial Travelers set next gathering for Independence Kansas. Officers named include Past Grand Councilor William Stalens Atchison Grand Councilor W D Mawry Cherryvale Grand Councilor GG Hamilton Finbury Wind Conductor W H Cook Wichita Grand Page W O Lehand Lawrence Grand Secretary George Irvin Hutchinson and others.

Oklinema City United Commercial Independence Kan William Stalens Atchison W. D. Mawry Cherryvate Kun Brand Salina Motse Emporia W. H. Cook Wichita Grand Page Lawrence George Irvin Hutchinson

Prince Locked Up In Berlin Horseman Scandal

New York May 14 Crown Prince Frederick William is confined to his quarters for three days by order of the emperor. The action follows the crown prince involvement in a dangerous riding incident on the Berlin racecourse where he outpaced officers, tied with Captain Von Helsing for the Kaiser's Cup, then renounced the prize. This marks a second rebuke of his reckless horsemanship by the emperor.

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Miss Barton Resigns in Washington May 7

Washington reports Miss Barton resigns from the office of Vice President of the Axcocl. In Geneva, Turks and Armenians clash with heavy casualties. About 700 Turks were killed in raids, with fighting continuing around the Sassoun district as reports flow in from Diyarbakir.

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Trains Halt in Missouri Attack on Mail Carrier

A rural route carrier, James Dune, was stabbed and knocked senseless near a train crossing in Chilliesthe Mo while returning to Semypaet station after finding two railroad tires bound across the rails. The assailants fled, leaving the victim injured and the event under police inquiry.

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Jelly colorings questioned by U S commission findings

New York May 14 witnesses before the United States commission on jelly and coloring matter testified that most jellies contain glucose and coloring agents, with some brands having little fruit. A critic warned that 75 percent of U S factories might have to close if bans on certain jelly compounds were enforced. The hearing will continue for ten days as officials review safety claims and manufacturing practices.

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