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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1903
Page
6
Surplus stock from a Chicago house brings up-to-date suits to Topeka at $10. The garments feature haircloth fronts handmade collars and lapels, designed to hold shape with durability and fit. Sizes and patterns vary as hats and brokwn items are offered in multiple colors.
Community notices include a May 15 volunteer and church updates, a Wichita gathering report, and upcoming sermons. Family milestones feature engagements, weddings, and travel plans. Local appointments, legal notices, and church activities shape a busy civic schedule with regional personalities and venues.
A garbled account from a small town segment mentions a Memorial service plan for Sunday at a Presbyterian church and a public gathering at Hall Stationery about a new stock exchange card. It also notes school events, bridge safety concerns, and a burglary incident with limited readable details from Leavenworth County areas.
A letter from St. Louis mentions Cora Scott and another girl planning to go to New York City with a young doctor in pursuit of escape. Neighbors believe the doctor may be connected to their departure, while others say the girls are still in Emporia and the case attracts local attention amid conflicting rumor and concern.
The Shamrocks plan to sail on May 28 with four vessels to the United States, as preparations continue under the supervision of Sir Thornhke and Bir Thomas Lige ton. May dates are cited with incomplete details, but the voyage remains coordinated for early summer departure.
The Kansas Supreme Court hears arguments in the quo warranto petition brought by T. H. Gilbert challenging Craddock as mayor candidate in the spring municipal election. Craddock’s defense cites new charter provisions. broader questions include oath, bond filing, and eligibility. Proceedings aim for a rapid ruling, with Craddock and Gilbert teams making closing lines as officials contend over city governance and election validity.
The report describes a fire at waterworks in St Paul Minnesota and hints at related damage and casualties. It mentions a governor Bogdosoviten killed and a murderers arrest status as of May 22 with a vague past mortem indicating levee area bullets.
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