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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1903
Page
2
Winans, a pioneering apple grower, speaks at a city orchard gathering outlining business expansion and economic plans. The event covers curation, planting, and market strategies as well as upcoming performances by Trident Marshall's Band.
A fragmentary May report notes frequent arrivals and departures near Terra del Fuego. It mentions weekly steamer activity, cargo concerns, and prices tied to the Weems trade, with references to Cape Horn routes and local market effects.
A San Francisco banquet on May 8 honored W. E. De Young, with remarks by executive committee members praising his leadership and the successful management of a notable event. President Roosevelt was mentioned in relation to Memorial Day activities and local commemorations.
Fragmented text from a historical page mentions Atlantic City Cape May and Seashore Resorts with garbled phrases about terminals and schedules. It notes a performance by Marshall's Band Friday night at Garden Park with a pride night event and connotes reader attention to entertainment listings.
Topeka notes report a busy stretch with weather praise for Wednesday, upcoming concerts by Marshall’s band at Garden Park, and Washburn football preparations. Local residents, farmers selling hay, and discussions on beer prices surface amid river conditions and civic meetings.
Meade today sees hundreds displaced as Des Moines River rises rapidly flooding the city. Sifth street gate nears last year’s record, water climbs toward 314 feet, with about one foot gauge rise in the heart of the city. Rats from shore report increasing water as residents fortify banks and evacuate. The Des Moines and Raccoon rivers flood together, flooding 15 houses and devastating southwestern territory.
A report from Clark County reveals friction over new cattle regulations after a conference with Mr. C Campbell, chair of the state stock warning commission. Officials discuss allowing multiple pastures, moving cattle and enforcement of dipping rules amid objections by local farmers and designated see tions.
Proceedings describe papers and discussions at Western University Chautauqua with speakers on the future of Negroes in America and rights under the Constitution. Participants include John Kelly, George Ford, Curtie Chapman, and others outlining education, law, social change, and religious themes.
Des Moines Indiana May 33 At 9 45 the center span of the Melan arch bridge under construction on Sixth street collapsed. Loss estimated at 29000 as wreckage swept against the street railway bridge, forcing a narrow escape for that structure. Also a report of an unusual gold strike near Antelope Pass on the Pato Southwestern railway with ledges of iron and quartz and high assays. Washington May 22 Philippines postal scandals involve cases including ex Postmaster Milne of Tasloban.
In Quindaro Kansas May ceremony marks the closing of the Western University industrial school. Prof. F W Binckmat presides as Rev C P Sheeter introduces speakers. Valedictorian Mary Lee Jackson addresses Treasures of Darknene Orations, with Geares Williams and Gertrude Crutchfield among participants.
Lawrence Kansas May 23 The G A R state reunion date is fixed for September 20 through 26 inclusive The program includes a six mile relay fire and reunion ceremonies with a new feature added to time charter services ending the reunion on the Sunday following.
The Chorat union started an organ fund with a pledge of 1000 dollars and a committee was named to oversee the drive. At the Wednesday gathering final arrangements for the society were set, and a representative will report at the next meeting on June 2 to elect officers for the coming year.
An advertisement touts Hyomel as a simple scientific method for treating catarrh. It instructs inhaler use with twenty drops, four times daily, claiming rapid, lasting relief by delivering medicinal air to throat and nasal passages. The pitch emphasizes ease and effectiveness to persuade readers to buy.
An obscure historical note describes the Union Pacific renaming an agricultural bulletin to Living and references scattered names and places including Alaska Wheat Carn Med fire and Esc Gaket with a marginal price of $11 and various cryptic terms.
Salina Kansas reports worsening flood conditions with another heavy rainfall early today. The river continues to rise and no trains are running leaving residents cut off as Maria families seek shelter.
Secretary Whitmore states no truth to a June 10 delay to canvass Seventh district vote under old law. New election law not related to canvassing. session laws will publish on time next week June 1.
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful, smarting, nervous feet and corns. It claims to make tight shoes feel easy and to relieve sweating, calluses, and tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores with a 25 cent mail offer and a free trial package by address.
The circular lists summer session offerings at the University of Kansas from June to July. It covers courses for high school teachers principals and superintendents to review methods, a laboratory methods option, a session for undergraduates earning credit toward degrees, a preparation track for entrance requirements, and a graduate studies track. Details are available on application from Frank A. Chator, Lawrence, Kansas.
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