Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Topeka State Journal in Topeka, Kansas

We have 6,677,888 pages in Kansas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1903

Page

5

Fragmented wire report cites political shifts and stock concerns

The document is a partial wire report noting debates on presidential nomination strategy, pressure from various state and city actors, and financial fears tied to potential market moves. It references figures in Chicago New York and Cleveland, with mention of Norfolk, Montana, and Dakota factions shaping sentiment. It also hints at congressional perspectives and party alignment ahead of key votes.

Cleveland Cheveland Norman & Mack New York Johan St Neil Montana James Brinton Worth Dakota

Incoherent Local Law Sparks Private Water Claim

Fragmentary OCR text describes a chaotic reference to a Pennsylvania law about water access and private communes. It mentions McKeesport and vague promises of water abundance and cheap third-hand services. Names and places are garbled, with no clear actions or outcomes.

Pvinnsylvania Merk Viking MeKerspert Beye Fennel Watre McKeesport

Purchases Abroad Show No Sign of Alteration in Trade

The article discusses March imports of iron and steel, noting a value around 4 million dollars with a smaller 2 million deficit. It highlights the United States as a major producer, with the UK and Germany combined as key trading partners. It references fluctuations in price and volume, and mentions increases in certain classes of goods and the overall trade balance for the period.

United Kingdom Saas Trzeg

Fragmented Atchison Globe column on public figures and events

A garbled reprint from the Atchison Globe surveys public life with scattered phrases about crowds, speeches, observers, and local figures. It mixes stray questions about fate and memory with references to Manila and a parade, delivering a disjointed impression of a bygone public scene.

Fragmentary musings on wisdom and speech amid exile

The passage presents broken reflections on wisdom's burden, moral judgment, and the impulse to speak during exile. It hints at the tension between restraint and the urge to condemn, referencing disturbance, desire, and the dangers of bold talk in a precarious situation.

Thriar

Reflections of a Bachelor at Newark Press Eiyervbndy

Fragmented item notes a bachelor theme and married life tension with references to a meeting or event at a place called Grot and mentions wives, husbands, and reassessment of relationship roles. Unclear names and dates render precise details uncertain.

aFront Newark Press Eiyervbndy Jonge Farste Dee Wien

Reliance Leaves Newport Bound for New Lauder Today

The Reliance departed Newport today in tow of her fender Subeam and bound for New Lauder this afternoon. the vessel is reportedly in good condition and the inland voyage is expected to proceed without incident.

Reliance Newport

Man Testifies on Eight Year Conspiracy in St Louis

In St Louis on May 1 the state witness Bushe went before a grand jury and gave a full confession regarding alleged crimes over eight years. He named several accomplices and described confrontations while his testimony drew tears and strong emotion as he spoke of the impact and threats.

Berndt Apia Emily Emily Nel Repeat Experiment. ‘An Sinatin Mereranl Vetueod Am Eftorni Fenierine Cdi N. Trupetiirmon Avera Cowley St. Louis Busché Busrin Thore Attr Tor Mir Rusehe

Local notes on visits and events from university figures

The item lists visits and engagements involving Mrs Nettle Clovel of Boston visiting W. F Mittesen at Lie Topeka Avenue, Washburn figures to Albany, and various society happenings. It mentions sports plans between Toneks Tuistoess and Washburn, plus several social and travel notes concerning local residents and guests.

Mes Norman Fxeelnion Spence John Bishom Mass Steve Will Meter Newton FL Stovketter Will Keeve Saturtes Kines Silers Mra Mary Ler SS Mares Rowe

Stage Riot Disrupts Maine Theatre Show

A party at the Tatbertad theater in Maine last night stormed the stage and disrupted a performance. The incident involved throws at actors, the destruction of stage props, and a possible arrest as a former insider writer faces prosecution.

Maine Tatbertad Theater Te Katisutan Secre Society Atethcéne Amasta Olondt Hting

Bridges under threat as river washes risk county roads

County commissioners face annual struggle to protect Kansas river bridges from washouts by spring floods. Officials warn several crossings could be damaged or washed away if reinforcement and maintenance are delayed, risking access to communities and farm routes.

Poison in Moonshive Claims Three Dead in Arkansas

In Hot Spring County May Hi Joe Adair Washfurter and Dave Preddy are dead and John Spivey is dying after drinking whisky tainted with lye. Investigators say a harmful substance was mixed into the mash and police are examining the distillery and local sources for the source of the poisoning.

Hot Spring Ark Joe Adair Wash ‘Furter Dave Preddy John Spivey Montgomery County Mqyor

Culp Fined for Obstructing Street and Walk

Report notes Culn fined for obstructing the street and sidewalk in front of his and nearby properties. Complaint by property holders near the barr, Culn appealed the case. In another matter, charges of fraudulently using materials led to arrests of FA Mog proprietor and HL Phillipe manager for suspected deception in use of nis in.

Culp Quincy Steent Lye Curt Bast Igo Property Holiers Webarr Culn Matis China

Major Asphalt Company Merger Draws $6 006 000 Deal

Henry C Byer sdell on behalf of rec rening entities today bought the entire Mesetn of the Asphalt company of America and the Setkaval Asphalt company for 6 006 000 dollars. The Jersey City transaction involved only 7 dollars a share. The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey declared a quarterly dividend of 37 per share for the period.

New York Henry C. Byersdell The Asphalt Company of America Setkaval Asphalt Company Stig Jersey City Standard of Company of New Jersey

Fire Raging Beyond Central Saratoga in May Report

Reports from Tulia describe dry winds fanning wildfires beyond central Saratoga New York. Photographs show fires swerving near the Pere Marquette railroad as towns in the area face renewed threats and residents prepare for possible evacuations.

Saratoga Tulia Crassley

Abstract of votes in the secretary election

Abstracts show total votes cast 886 with Foust receiving 651 votes and other abstentions scattered across Allen County. The report lists Osnar Foust and related tallies amid scattered tallies from the county across the area.

Jidae Eashale Alien Malte Duilze Cine Foust Tota Janine Pradidaton Allen Isianixy de Foust Allen County Coutty Osnar Foust Weadton

Sharkey Blood Vessel Ruptured In Wrestling Match

New York May 15 Tom Sharkey the Atheist? went badly in a wrestling match in Perth Amboy with Jim Hanson the rapid champion. Sharkey won first fall and then Hanson held him on the death. Sharkey fainted when he got up with a pain in the shoulder. A doctor examined him and found tendons near the shoulder broken.

New York Tom Sharkey Perth Ambar Hanenn Shareey Tanéon Hanson Shack Sharkey

Banker Norton Dead in Coronado Morning

San Diego May 13 Captain W. F Norton a banker of Loutevila died at Coronado early this morning. He came to San Diane about his montis age suffering from su lfatede. He was noted for charity and planned to aid worthy youths. Norton never married and was about 50 years old with relatives in Los Angeles and Lotte.

Locke Simper Benim Irkeh Bryans Denise Manila Mary Rome San Diego W. F Norton Loutevila Coronado San Diane Capt Norton Los Angeles Lotte Stig Bim

Incoherent May Perth Report Seeks Clarity

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a travel between Perth and Chicago with references to Hesney Moissor De Heaney and others, noting a 25 minute segment after many nights. A minor ventilator incident did not derail a trip amid an arrest for stealing and a murder case tied to Wisconsin forests.

Perth Oconuay den Mantet Hesney Moissor

Byke Is Insane Adjudged by Probhats Judge Hayden

Unclear handwriting reports that George Byke was adjudged insane this morning by a prohats judge Hayden. The note mentions a special meeting of the union on Tuesday at Betetock, with urgent business and all members urged to attend, signed G. Chamberlin, President.

Byke George Byke Justige Hayden Union Sondes Betetock G. Chamberlin

World Fair Sculpture Plans Include Half Million Marble Outlay

Henry C. Woods describes a $500000 appropriation for sculptural ornamentation at the World’s Fair grounds with a national roster of artists led by Theodore B. Satter and a grand scheme of mythic and historical groups in marble and bronze. The narrative outlines central features such as the Fountain of Liberty, the Louisiana Purchase monument, and various statues and pedestals across courts and entrances, highlighting artist selections and the thematic arc from Indigenous peoples to French, Spanish, and American development.

Henry C. Woods Milan Delpeetre Thie Selverschonmae Karl Praueis Theodore Iattier United States Augielle Et Gaudens Banlel Lewis Louisiana Territory France Spain St. Gaudens Pruth Gealty Philip Martiny Inge Bronge Andrew O'Conner Tenabaance Delonn Apollo H. A. McNeil Isidore Roath Purchase Artoii Louisiana Purchase Grand Court Eiposi Ieee Piper Bu Louie Louis Juliet Phineister Proctor de Roto Hoc Jefferson Wes Napoleon Prevek Frederic Remington Taare Aresmhl Pate Ana Prema Ang

Grocery Price List Fragments from Fraser Bros

Readable items include cash on delivery bananas oranges eggs hams tea coffee salt prunes oats beans flour banner flour potatoes and assorted staples. The list shows varied unit prices and pack sizes though some entries are garbled or obsolete, reflecting a historical catalog style.

California Fraser Bros Ohio

Vanderbilt’s Horses Face Key Race In Montreal Meet

A fragmented OCR passage mentions Vanderbilt’s horses and a notable race in Montreal on May 18. It references diversions and emotional remarks by a trainer figure, noting sunk career moments and a cautious attitude toward betting and performance.

Vanderbilt Montreal

Also Mentioned on This Page

Rere Star Journal Tepes Kas Sidan Congresto Cerboe Eniness Cnienan Hagke Associated Frese Fernoan Topeka Honolulu Otdala Chicago Apupdes Gromilp Josin Carter Harrison Jeno Quay Wansrmaker Gorthew Gobt Chine Dee Rieck Island Laat Jayhaweer Jote Thien John Smith Cortina Colin Thoste Mary Smith Fasblid Wade Bonnie Abe Neis Stary Orinh Smith Bickerine Europe Bewsport Billy Teyne Inn Smith Baye Nim Hether John Solth Mr. Vanderbilt Serpette Suit Dept Seoul Dunine Pty Sant Eglizee Sud Bagdadeas Saea Scrivener Mada Orner Mantis Sunty Commissionsra Asphalt Trust South America Vearly All FOUST Clowes Walter Moratt Ustu Seo Wisconsin Caiepeny Wisconamn Notios Fraser Bross West Sixth St Bell Independent
Search Courier

Search the Topeka State Journal Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Topeka State Journal?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication