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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1903

Page

9

Planning a Hold Up Twenty Million for Canal in Colombia May

Unofficial dispatches from Colombia suggest the government seeks up to twenty million dollars from the United States over the canal route. Officials in Bogotá discuss potential routes and negotiations as Panamanian and Canadian interests press for favorable terms. The scenario centers on funding, political pressure, and the shared aim of securing the canal’s control and revenue.

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Colombia Faces Forfeiture Over Treaty Standoff

The article discusses a potential government setback if a treaty is not ratified, risking the loss of franchise and property to a French company. It suggests Colombia could be compelled to sell to the United States, with the Paris Corporation demanding billions and the government pressed to pay a high assessed value for Walker property.

Colombine Reallee Uncanal Talot Dl Kowersment Baris Colombia Elunatoy

Cowboyette tragedy reported in west Texas

Heusten Texas May 19 reports a deadly western Texas shooting near Pocan where Philp Butte, a young Bible agent, was killed. The assailant, Hi Hrooklin, fled after a large confrontation at a tavern on West Sixth Street. A crowd chased, fights and gunshots followed, ending with the victim dying from a head wound. The tavern keeper EL FISHER advertised a Ladies Exhibit at 129 West Sixth Street.

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Dozens of Strikes Break Subway Work in New York

A dozen fights erupted along a city subway as police battled striking workers at multiple stations. Strikers targeted nonunion workers in national groups, with incidents at seventy second Street and Columbus Avenue leaving a young Italian man assaulted and three arrests. About two thousand workers, or half the ready labor force, remained on the job.

New York Seventy-Second Street Colum Bus Avenue

Denver duel between editors lights up main street

In Durango on a May day a heated feud between David F. Day and Frank Horton erupted into a gun duel on the city’s main street. Thirteen shots were exchanged with no serious injuries besides a slight flesh wound to Hayter. Both editors deny starting the fight, claiming the other fired first, and no arrests have been reported. The dispute centers on rebuttals in their respective newspapers.

Denver Colo Durango David F. Day Frank Horton Hayter Junion Hartman Day Deng Etitor Igzinn Evening Telegraph

Government to bore well at Haskell Institute

A government expedition at Haskell Institute is authorized to bore a 1000 foot well to study land beneath its property in Eas Lawrence. Officials expect to uncover gas oil or coal and possibly shale as they drill below the salt layer.

Unclear OCR sports snippet advances in event delay

Fragmentary text shows timing shifts and shooter injuries amid a competition. Details of place, teams, or players are unreadable. the snippet indicates a delay and potential injury but lacks concrete names or outcomes.

Burglar Kneads Dough in Mer Kitchen

A burglar forced Mrs Kate Slawan to bake at gunpoint in Mer township. He claimed to be a burglar and demanded dough be mixed while saying he needed to knead it. Police report shows the suspect fled after the incident with no clear payment found.

Kate Slawan Mer Burstars

Brief Telegrams From Coast to Coast May News

New York reports the steamer Wilhelm EH from Bremen 45 miles past Nantucket at 2 o clock. Santa Barbara learns of Howard Gallup death in New York. he was a prominent member of Union and several clubs. Booth Tarkington's typhoid fever case worsens with fever at 103 and weakness. Judge Dalley notes Bay State Gas receiver appointment proposed for May 26 in Philadelphia. French bark Coieildieu from New York arrives at Anjer Java.

New York Staifer Wilhelm EH Bremen Nantucket Hektashiy Santa Barbara Cal Howard Gallup City Gallup Union, Methiolitn Racquet and University Clubs of Indiannpolis. Tre Booth Tarkington Ellie Silmipet del Judee Dalle United States Court For Gielern Pennsylvania Bay State Delaware Philadelphia Hong Kong Anjer Java

Judge Hails Pure Food As Remarkable Health Aid

A Colorado court judge lauds Grape-Nuts after nearly a year of use. confinement and office duties left him mentally fatigued. He reports restored vigor, clearer thoughts, and improved health after months of the food. Postum Company marketing claims underline the product’s supposed science.

Colorado Walt Postum Co Battle Creek

Crop Conditions Report From Weather Bureau Director Jennings

The weekly crop report notes near normal temperatures with abundant rains across Kansas. Eastern division reports wheat in good condition with planting delays due to wet ground, oats and alfalfa thriving, strawberries abundant in the south, and apples promising. western and middle divisions report similar growth, with rye and corn timing affected by wet weather and replanting in northern counties.

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Record-Setting Westbound Train Run by Lingenfelter

Engineer Richard Lingenfelter of Aligons Pennsylvania broke the middle division westbound record this morning hauling train No. 40 from Harrisburg to Altoona in 89. minutes. The consist included heavy mail and express cars led by engine No. WAT and 14 heavy cars.

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Hetty Green Linked To Canadian Faith Heeler Probe

In a Canadian town on May 18 a pilgrim group led by Rev Charlee Mclean known as Schlatter arrived to discuss Hetty Green. The man claims to have refined five million dollars and her hand, suggesting Green is susceptible to charms and proposals.

Faith Heeler Winder Canadia Charlee Mclean Schlatter

Miner Claims Divine Command to Heal After Colorado Mission

The text portrays a man recounting offers of marriage and a home from Andrew Carnegie, then asserts the speaker was allegedly buried in Colorado mountains by command and returned with a divine mandate to heal the sick. It presents a conflicted tale of wealth, marriage, and miraculous healing claims.

Andrew Carnegie Colorado

Marooned on a Sand Bar In Atlantic City Court

Ralph Taylor and Howard Nash faced Yam police court on charges of marooning Herbert North a 12 year old boy on a sand bar. They tied him and left him as the father searched for him. North feared capture and attempted to swim ashore until Deatman rescued him. The youths were reprimanded, placed on peace supervision.

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Charms Miss Adams in Holy Land Tour

London reports Maude Adams plans to return to America unknown date after weeks in Jerusalem. She travels with a guide and small escort, spending time in the desert of Sinai and visiting notable sites, while Bilas Adams remains in Cairo and the couple keeps to travel routines. Notice to Judges and Clerks of Election. A meeting is set for 8 p.m. at the Democratic Flambeau club hall to discuss compensation for services at recent city elections.

London Dla Camegram Maude Adams Jerusalem Holy Land Misa Adams Americas Expt Bilas Adams Cairo Democratic Flambeau Club Kansas Avenue

Vin Seng Tonic Ad Claims Cure for Debility and Fatigue

A testimonial promotes Hobart's Vin-Seng Tonic as the best medicine for weakness back pain kidney and stomach trouble. The reader is urged to buy a pint bottle for 50 cents and to call to order, with a promise of a money back offer if not satisfied.

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