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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1903
Page
5
The Topeka State Journal reports on election results and political commentary from the Associated Press. It notes Democrat McClellan and Republican Hanna gains, a strong Hearst showing in New York, and Ohio momentum for Hanna. The piece discusses party patronage, independent papers, and the rise of independent newspapers nationwide.
A Panama independence situation is described with U S warnings about upholding international treaty obligations. The text notes Panama’s seizure of government power and Colombia’s struggle against rebel submission while the United States contemplates recognition and potential interventions to preserve transit rights across the isthmus.
Fragmentary OCR hints at political struggle over a canal proposal. Col Orbis debates the canal matter with persistent opposition, risking loss of sympathy abroad. A few politicians seek personal gain, but progress must not be blocked. the canal plan seems at a tipping point where even transcontinental railways may be rendered powerless.
A garbled dispatch reports town events from McPherson to Concordia with references to a reevaluation of a river route in Chanute and rumors of oil by underground means in Karwan City. It mentions the Franklin county apple crop compression, a gas city issue, a peddler in Concordia, and a dynamite find in Ellinwood freight car.
A fragment from the Atchison era reflects on marriage morals and social behavior. It notes rising fuel prices and warns about foolish conduct in a polite society. It mentions a woman married by virtue of pew tenure and a man’s infidelity affecting family honor. The piece cites a local Atchison girl’s remarriage plans and laments changing norms.
A fragmentary unsigned note reflects on social events, noting the contrast between visitors and the visited. It comments on fear over a falling stocking and implied marital tensions, including discussions of allowances and recollections prompted by a late-night telegram.
Fragmentary prose discusses virtue happiness and time before marriage. It questions the coal dealer’s indifference to a cold world and suggests a man robs himself by failing to make the best use of his time and by not acknowledging his worthiness of his wife.
The piece argues economy in medicine weighs cost and effect, favoring the plan that yields the greatest overall benefit per dollar. It asserts the best medicine is the one that does the most for the money, curing radically and permanently at the least expense, though it does not name a specific treatment.
A testimonial advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming blood purification and renewed energy. The reader is urged that the tonic cures pimples eczema and general debility and restores appetite and vitality. Customer Eric Covoxin from Washington DC endorses the remedy.
The text discusses phrases about giving being more blessed than receiving and mentions common stage ideas of blessing. It references counting money and self denial as a form of economy, noting anger and restraint in social interactions. The piece reads as a stray, partial excerpt with unclear origin.
A fragmentary column of humorous reflections and brief quips on social habits. The piece cites conversations about friendship, ambition, pride, and ordinary observations, including remarks on lectures, music, and daily life with a casual, witty tone.
The General Committee of Church Extension in Kansas City rejected 27 to 8 a plan to consolidate Home Mission and Church Extension Benevolence. The vote also opposed removing a rule restricting aid to churches with building costs over 50,000 dollars. The document notes the plan did not dismiss other charitable departments and that a separate proposal to aid a church in Cherlin at 25,000 dollars will be considered later.
Cripple Creek Colo Nov The closing of the Bimetal Bank aroused a run at the related Colorado Banking and Trust company offices. Hundreds flocked to withdraw deposits while president Jaren Hadley declared the allied institution in good condition with only about 400 dollars subject to withdrawal.
An Westfield New Jersey experiment sprinkles tar over macadam to lock dust, bind stones, and water proof the roadbed. One sixteen foot wide section was tarred on top of loose material while a control was kept clean before tarring. Early tests show quick penetration and minimal splatter, with plans to extend to Bronx Park and East River walk.
A misattributed request by Director Donbar Rowland sparked harsh denunciation in the Vicksburg American over a photograph for the state capitol hall of fame. The figure named Thomas B Reed practiced law in Kentucky and Mississippi, served as attorney general in 1861 and United States Senator from 1869 to 1876, and died there.
The Ohio State Journal endorses Marcus A Hanna for the 1904 presidency, praising his leadership and influence with capital and labor. It argues his victory in Ohio signals a national shift and urges voters to unite behind Hanna as the party’s strongest candidate.
November dispatch reports Panama's government receiving widespread congratulations but still undecided on Colon. Cartagena troops encamped at the port after arriving from Saraville. An AP correspondent notes an ultimatum to Colonel Torres offering terms to withdraw forces.
Rev John Fairburn of Chilienthe formally received into the Protestant reformed church. Blenop Seymour of Springfield-cee and Pulur, a Methodist clergyman for eight years, announced retirement from the pulpit and will be stationed in Lincoln parish as curate to Hey F. Weekot. He will be ordained in Springfield in December.
Mrs. F. I. Mallory hosted a surprise nine night party at 1416 Vah Pures Street in honor of visiting Mrs. 3. H. Watson of Galena. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Sharp and others. A long eighteen course supper pleased attendees before 10:30 PM.
City Clerk Squires received a letter from census bureau officials in Washington inviting him to attend a two day gathering of city clerks at the Ebbitt House in Washington on November 19 and 20. The purpose is to discuss uniform classification of city accounts to aid tabulation and data reform. It is presumed the invitation will be declined.
William McCullough of New York killed himself in a Bloomsbury riding room last night. Papers found in his room indicate ties to the Texas land sale schemes and list his brother Irving in San Diego California.
In Lafayette Indiana on an untimely night Georgia King is reported as the second death from suspected injection harms. Over a thousand children were vaccinated in the past month to guard against smallpox and the deaths have caused unease among city families.
Canners employed by the large packing houses in Chicago settled their strike today and will return to work tomorrow. Unskilled workers receive 6 cents per hour and skilled workers 7 percent higher wages, accepted officially by the strikers.
Deaths and funerals note the passing of Marlo Towle Sammie Srickunt aged 25 who died Thursday morning. The funeral was held at her residence with interment at Topeke Cemetery.
Prisoners in Topeka were set to work cleaning mud from Katians agenas along One Street to Third. Richard Boyd watched from the gar track as Jerry DeLay helped. Street Commissioner Snyder plans more cleaning and a demonstration by Emporia inventor J. M. Wilson with a patent street sweeper.
Fort Scott city attorney A L I Street visited Topeka seeking information on the waterworks bond suit now before the supreme court to test the election’s validity. He noted similar litigation in Fort Scott, expects a suit to enjoin bond issuance once price is set, and compared it to Topeka’s case. City attorney Rulon provided briefs. both offices share a similar resident in the Topeka water company president.
In district court Assistant Attorney General Redilen and G C Clemens spar over retrial of George Klauer on three counts of selling liquor. The jury could not agree on three counts after two days of deliberation. Judge Redden seeks a new trial on those counts while Clemens argues against double jeopardy. Judge Hazen did not ask all standard queries when verdicts were announced.
Judge Hagen ruled Charles W. Kohl must stand trial in district court on a charge of selling liquor. Police seized a large liquor stock after Kohl was convicted in police court and appealed. a transcript vanished from the district court clerk’s office. A new transcript will be prepared by the police judge and filed, allowing Kohl to stand trial.
Miss Nellie Wade of Lawrence and Mrs William Dogger of Kansas City visit friends in the city while Mr and Mrs G Kline and Dr J M Raber and others are also noted. G E Bryson named Kansas commissioner of deeds for Cuba. Kansas World's sale commission to discuss exhibit progress. YWCA Bible class meets Friday at Kansas Avenue church and high school class at Wave Place. Thieves steal from J D Powers yard on Kansas Avenue. police seek leads. Mrs First Presbyterian church Ladies Aid host all day meeting with needlework. KU educator Dr J H Canfield linked to Teachers' association. Legal notices include Topeka electric light plant case. January 9 supreme court hearing. Miscellaneous drugstore incident described with broken bottle and odor.
Clarence Leonard the 18 year old messenger who stole over $10,000 from Haakins and Sells accountants has confessed in Vancouver where he fled with his young wife. He planned marriage to Kathryn Miller and forged checks to obtain the money. He said his wife knew nothing at the time and was distressed upon learning the truth. A large portion of the funds has been recovered and returned. the rest will be made good by his parents.
In a western Mack Talls cabin near the Johnsons home, rancher Albert Jensen killed his sweetheart Miss Tena Johnson by shotgun hit to the head and then slit his own throat. He left letters claiming she teased him all evening after promising marriage, and then died.
Minneapolis readers saw an odd ad seeking an art model for crime scenes. Ella Shoop, a Chicago woman visiting with her brother Albert, was questioned after the ad drew police attention. She claimed she earns income by depicting crime for artists and insisted she knew the role.
Calvin E. Wade a Chenango County farmer fatally shot his wife then killed himself after an outburst chasing a hog to a gate. The couple argued when he declared he would kill the animal and fired. The wife died soon after and Wade then died by his own hand.
New York markets show all grades of refined sugar cut five cents per hundred pounds today. In divorce news Judee Hasen is granted two decrees by the district court while William J. Headette and Grace G. Hendricks face a divorce proceeding on grounds unnamed in the fragment.
The Blind Boone Company led by Boone and manager John Lange will present at the First Christian Church on Topeka Avenue Monday evening November 9. Emma Smith soprano, praised for two years with the company, collaborates with the ensemble. Reserved seats 25 cents, on sale at Miller's Drug Store near West 6th Avenue.
A decree was issued regarding E Hendricks with reference to diverse grams and William, outlining the action and parties involved in the matter.
City council members disagree on last meeting outcome regarding the North Topeka sidewalks. Chairman Welter asserts the committee directed the street department to repair walks and approved covering repair costs. Councilmember Kure counters no action was taken and the committee only instructed reporting and estimation, with Street Commissioner Skyler to decide based on the chair’s guidance.
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