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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1903
Page
2
A report from a Michigan city recounts a fatal or serious rail yard incident involving Caldwell and Wells parts, with a damaged tender, engine failure, and multiple injuries. Police say the crash disrupted service and a suspect named Treval may face arrest as investigators examine signals, braking, and custody of passengers. The article notes a Wichita link and a later arrest in Kansas.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap as the world’s greatest skin soap with a promotion claiming superiority over rival Clbar Skin Soaps. The copy emphasizes cleansing and beauty benefits, urging readers to purchase during a special sale.
An old advertisement extols Caticura Soap and Catheatra Ointment for cleansing and purifying the scalp, reducing irritation, and whitening and soothing the skin. It claims broad use for toilet, bath, and nursery care, targeting mothers and families with promises of restorative beauty benefits.
The prisoner denies the charge and says he will prove his innocence. The arrest was made late Tuesday afternoon at the scene under the investigation of Pastattioe Tuupector Driggs.
Frank A Vanderlip former assistant secretary of the treasury and City National Bank of New York president wed Miles Ner Veeren Coe in Chicago at Christ Episcopal Church. Ushers included Sueene Cox George Ade and others. wedding party featured university classmates and newspaper men as dignitaries, with a reception at the Cox residence and plans to spend summer in Europe.
Dramatic event set for New Cambridge High Friday as seats go on sale for a Linun’y minstrelny show titled Ghosts. Public excitement spreads from Norway to other regions with telegrams and tributes pouring in for the performer and troupe.
New York May 1 names of acten tints and others accompanying the Zeigler expedition to the North Pole have been made public. Anthony Filla to lead the expedition to Trondheim. May follow details list scientists and staff from Philadelphia Boston and Washington with roles in geography meteorology and logistics. A separate report from Washington notes salary changes for postmasters effective July.
Rome May 20 report on propaganda aims to divide the Alonese of Deven Port and launch a Brazilian loan prospectus. London May London May The properties of the new Nigerian and loan of 355,000,100 will be towned by Rothschild tomorrow.
A jumble of names and notes describes community notices in Topeka. Mentions Believers gospel, local meetings, a new automobile arrival, street work, court cases, school events, and a range of civic and social items with scattered references to Topeka and nearby places.
An advertisement asserts Hyomel cures catarrh by breathing Hyomel through a device for a few tabules. It claims the remedy penetrates air cells and lungs, kills germs in blood, and provides permanent relief, offering a complete outfit for weeks of treatment at a stated price.
New York May report states Harriman had an appendectomy today at the Hotel Netherlands. The operation, attended by Drs. Butt and others, followed a drive in the park and occurred while home quarantine due to measles kept his family apart. The surgeons reported the outcome satisfactory though the appendix was inflamed. Miss Mary Harriman cared for him during the procedure.
A railroad report states Yoakum is designated to succeed W. F. Leeds, gaining full control of operations for the entire St Louis and San Francisco system. The notice outlines his responsibility to manage the railway’s nationwide operations effectively.
D G Reid and Charles D Warren of the Rock Island system traveled to Amarillo, Texas for a Choctaw Oklahoma & Texas rail road board meeting. Officials indicate construction in the area may be a main topic, with a new line planned from Weatherford Oklahoma to Amarillo Texas and future connections to Memphis and Arkansas, expanding Rock Island routes in the region.
Missouri Bankers Association held its annual convention in St Louis on May 20 with about 400 members present. President Austin, recently moved to Chicago, presided with city Mayor Haltout and Kansas City official A. ule among officers.
The Ohio centennial observance began in Chillicothe with a morning program in a large tent and a civic parade. A plaster medallion of Ohio’s first governor Howard Tittin was presented as part of events. Governor Nash presided, with Mayor Yaple extending the welcome and J W Keifer replying for the historical society. Speakers included Judson Harmon, Martin B. Andrews, Rush Sloan, M M Granger, Themes S. Anderson, Mirat Halsi, James E. Campbell, Senator Foraker and Grosvenor.
In the House of Commons Lord Cranborne disclosed communications between the Foreign Office and Germany over Germany's plan to impose differential duties on Canada. The Under-Secretary refused to confirm whether Britain suggested possible retaliation with special duties on German imports, stating no further statement could be made at present. Also advertised are Nickel Plate timetable details and meals in their dining cars with fares from the Nickel Plate Road.
Brief telegrams report Governor LaFollette signing a bill to tax railroads on the ad valorem basis. Other items note streetcar consolidation details in Cleveland, 1300 slot machines burned in Philadelphia raids, a 1% quarterly dividend at American Steel Foundries, and changes in directors. Also covered are a physician shot in Garrizon, a shooting at a Sanderson post office, a Chicago fire causing major damage, a Denver boycott against Swift & Co., a Masonic financial note, Montana storm losses, and an attack on attorney Webster in Sonora Cal.
In New York on May 20 Lawrence Irving, son of Sir Henry Irving, wed Mabel Hackney of Sansona after a physician consultation. The engagement of Young Irving to Ethel Barrymore is noted, with the announcement published today despite the earlier report.
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