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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1903
Page
7
Shawnee County districts plan to raise 361 609.19 in taxes this year, up from 50 459.70 last year. The difference across 103 districts stems from varying levies, with some districts lower and others higher. Details and district-by-district changes follow in the table.
Tonight the annual prize oration contest between senior and junior chimes occurs. The event, postponed earlier due to mood, features L. My. Pritts for the juniors and Alder Heber with James Cottrell for the seniors. Prizes of 3 dollars and five dollars are offered by a Topeka man whose name is withheld.
First National Bank of Topeka seeks bankruptcy for J M Knight, once an undertaker there, claiming a 2500 personal note. A receiver was appointed John W Newell, but Knight has refused turnover and avoids service, recently moving to Lawrence after selling his Topeka undertaker business.
New York figures show United States Steel Corp shares sinking to record lows with common stock at 10% and preferred at 4 1 4 percent before recovering slightly. Bonds slid to 66 2/3, then 52 1 2 as heavy offerings hit the market. London sellers and Pittsburgh Chicago brokers dominated trading while Western houses bought. Brokers expect much of the yearly volume to be short sales. most industrials stayed weak but steady overall.
The county truancy officer case centers on politics as George Bushong, named by County Superintendent Wetelt, faces rejection by the Republican county board who question his Democrat affiliation. Judge Simon of Port Scott has ruled the law valid, prompting the commission to review before deciding whether to appoint Bushong.
Washburn football squad departs for Manhattan to meet former State Agriculture College team Saturday at 10 a m. Right guard Town may be unable to play but will accompany the team as it travels.
Eight attractive carpet designs once selling 1.15 to 1.75 per yard are offered at 0.90 to 0.65 per yard. Ingrain and Axminster styles with borders feature 3 pattern sets, all wool and guaranteed. Water color hangings complete, 36 by 7 feet, now paired at 3.75 and 3.25. Early visit suggested.
Alia place will be taken by Platt a promising man but few in the game Millice still has trouble with the arm after an injury and will be in Saturday's game Mehl san alae laid up in practice Thursday afternoon but reports he is ready to play Washburn faces a cautious lineup as Topeka aims to exploit a tired Wrestling? effort Notes on officials and a large detachment of Washburn students accompany the team Also reports on a frost and cold morning with a forecast for fair tonight and Saturday
Dolan Barrett and Chirrett face joint charges mirroring Adolph Ferm's yesterday verdict. Each defendant is indicted on nine counts, all tied to a single set of alleged machinations.
State Auditor Wells refuses to pay a miscellaneous bill submitted by Superintendent Hillis of the Soldiers Home at Atchison. Hillis paid telegraph and telephone charges from his own funds without receipts and argues receipts are his personal property. Wells demands attached receipts as required by law. Hillis declines, noting the practice of blanket vouchers.
Jefferson City Mo Nov 6 State Senator Frank W Farris stands accused of boodling with a jury expected to hear closing remarks. Lieutenant Governor Lee recalls a March letter to baking powder lobbyist D J Kelley denying repayment of 7000. Patterson Bene denies knowledge of funds used to pass bills. Prosecution argues Lee is not a model of honesty and cites witness Ise who says he lent Farris and six other senators 1000 each to influence a vote.
Franklin Oil company punches a fourth oil strike since September in Chanute. The Topeka owners are listed among six partners. Ottawa residents plan missionary work in Assam with Rev. William Dring and daughter Flora. The couple sails from New York toward Calcutta via London and Marseilles, reaching Calcutta by January 1. A Cumberland church book social tonight funds a Christian Seaman Library program.
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