15 May 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1903
Page
1
An OCR fragment reports a rising measles outbreak in North Topeka causing alarm. It references Superintendent Parsons and mentions attempts to manage school transmission, publicity concerns, and public health debate. The text is garbled but centers on contagion risk and city response.
A train wreck near St Lone between Bitterbids and Jefferson Barracks injured several men. Eyewitnesses report engines derailed after a misstep at a junction, with debris and damaged freight cars blocking the line for hours.
A Denver St John’s Cathedral was destroyed by fire today causing extensive damage and an estimated $200,000 in losses. The blaze began early morning, with authorities reporting the cathedral suffered near total destruction and surrounding areas affected by smoke and heat. Investigations focus on origin while temporary closures impact nearby roads and services, with relief and memorial plans under discussion.
A fragmented report notes a new restaurant opening while city tensions rise. Officials held a controversial vote as a union confrontation led to threats and expulsions, with discussions of discipline affecting a party in the street.
An ambling report details the Fratnmrpal Abd committee meeting as candidates race for leadership. Members discuss rate proposals, postponing final decisions to Saturday, while tensions rise between factions over endorsements and potential retirements. The piece notes financial strains from policy defaults and upcoming assessments amid a contested general presidency bid.
The Kankas River swells to record high levels flooding streets and sweeping debris along the edge of Riverside Park. Workers halt street work, clogs form at crossings, and boats clip past submerged signs as the flood reaches its peak before gradually receding in Manhattan.
The item notes a French written paper tied to a transport incident involving a ship and crew, with references to Le Grin and a February date. A separate Fort Riley May 6 notice describes board officers testing candidates for artillery certificates and future inspections at Fort Sul, Oklahoma.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions El Peo and Bruce Jones with ties to Eder county and New Sealea. It references a preliminary hearing under FI0.000 and a person named Broest Lowell, but details are muddled and names may be garbled.
The legislative committee for the investigation of the insane asylums has finished taking testimony at the Omaha asylum. The chairmans call will depend on stenographer James Witk's transcription. Members aim to prepare a report but anticipate disagreements over conclusions regarding brutality and management.
A stormy pattern yields possible showers over central counties of Kansas with cooler readings and fluctuating winds. Regional temperatures ranged from upper fifties to mid-seventies in the last hours, with gusts and a mix of sun and rain anticipated through today.
In Denver Caln May 15 a strike wave looms as many workers may walk out against the Citizens Alliance labor proposal. Expected to participate are farmers, brewery workers, bartenders, clerks, drivers, engineers, firemen, candy makers, and more at risk of job actions. The event centers on a lawsuit seeking an injunction to restrain strikers and curb anti-union activity, with district judges set to rule on labor demands and possible consequences for employers employing nonunion labor.
Washington May 15 hearings proceed on violations of the Interstate Commerce Act with diverse parties including Stravis Tung 12 Centen Tellove Ping amoclation and freight rate disputes involving Chicago live stock exchanges and the Fort Worth route. Chicago dates June are noted with several investigations into meat and grain products plus rail charges. Seattle May 1 body of James Mulvey found on the flats with coroner noting no foul play. Mulvey had ties to Boston and California.
Fragmentary report describes a disaster linked to a sultan’s envoy party and rebel forces. Mentions 1600 detainees and a rebel chief choosing new pretenders. Fuzzy names and places obscure full facts.
Yosemite and Berkeley reports show President Roosevelt receiving a law degree in California. He attends graduation events, delivers remarks on education and Chinese school admissions, and discusses military and state issues with university officials.
A Halstead Street collision involving a streetcar and an automobile left four persons severely injured and a social society family member among the injured. Police and rescue workers rushed to the scene to aid victims and clear debris as investigators began examining the wreck.
Wellington Kansas May 11 J B Goodwin reports wheat destruction three miles east of the city. A mysterious insect is chewing heads and patches cover fields with wheat stalks missing just below the heads. The pest’s identity remains unknown as similar damage is not observed elsewhere.
N Loomis of Loomis RH Scandrett announced as appointee to represent Kansas in the water dispute with Colorado before the U S Supreme Court. Govs Bailey and Halley discuss alternates, while Attorney General Coleman’s role in the eight hour law case is noted. Town letters from J W Lassabee urge broad state support and funding for the litigation.
William McCarty, a wife murderer in Lexington, Kentucky, was found dead in his cell after a night of morphine use and alleged delirium. The guard Mikeevey stood three feet away throughout, while another inmate, Revert Wadler, claimed McCarty’s actions led to the fatal incident.
A crash near Central avenue and Seventeenth street injured ten women during a Royal Neighbors convention event. Named victims include Susie Recounter, Mrs Winnks Fleder of Pearin, UK, and Mrs Ade Lineon of Minn, with others from Iowa. The front car stopped abruptly causing a rear collision.
Mayor Law halts Mormon preaching in New York on a complaint from citizens. City officials revoke all licenses for Mormon elders to preach and promise no further permits will be issued.
Chicago dispatch details a deadly fire at a three story West Chester building on Cottage Grove. Two residents died with one missing. several others were seriously injured or burned. Names include Louisa Pheasa, Harry Struble, and Samuel Hall among victims. twenty seven families affected as flames, smoke, and water from engines hampered escape.
At the directors meeting of the Loneka City railway officers were elected: President C. Bulver, Vice President J. E. Myers, Secretary T. J. Kennedy, Treasurer F. G. Welty. Reorganization completed with 11,306 of 12,400 votes in favor. Directors named include Davie, Joab Mubiine, Jennet Mulvains, Edward Wilder, Baker, E. W. Wilson, Sunny, Levi Hales, A. cA Liw, and Attle. Directors’ meeting followed with Wilson Wilder Byers and others present. The morning session discussed the election results and duties. Myers Sonny and Wilson traveled to Vinewood then to Chicago in the afternoon.
In New York on May 1 union members clashed with contractors over subway work. A revolver was drawn amid threats to strikebreakers in the Bronx. An Italian subway striker was arrested, later released by the magistrate, as other workers faced warnings to quit.
Paris reports Mme Emme Calve narrowly escaped danger during a performance of Damnation of Pit at Avonlea last night. She was momentarily overwhelmed by an accident but recovered, planning a brief visit back home. The incident halted the show briefly and drew swift attention from journalists covering the theatre.
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