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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1903
Page
5
The text contains scattered items from the Topeka State Journal and New York wires. It references wedding invitations, political figures like Tom Johnson and Senator Sanak, and notifications about party leadership and national committees amid an apparent Associated Press wire context.
The piece notes Panama's size, mineral industries including coal salt and gold, and the climate with wet and dry seasons. It recounts the 1855 Colon to Panama railroad built by an American company, its cost, the Chagres bridge, and government revenue shares. It also covers Ferdinand de Lesseps plans for a canal, failures, extensions, and later efforts through 1910 amid U.S. discussions with Colombia.
In a fragmented column, snippets mention the county’s lone family skipping newspapers, a boy in a 20 debate, and drift through school reopenings at Lebanon. References to Coterville truancy, a Panama front, a senator, and a Chickens bone extraction frame a quirky, daybook-like collage of local figures, events, and stray curios. The War Cry weekly is profiled noting the obituary of Mrs Hepth Tucker.
A garbled report notes Republicans making legislative gains in New York and increased AFL activity, with references to Tammany Hall and Cooper. The piece hints at upcoming Supreme Court decisions and economic indicators, mentioning failures in manufacturing sectors and rising insolvencies.
The text describes a Panama reroute as an arc curving east to west with its convex side facing north. It notes connections to Cauca in Colombia and mentions bounds near Comte Fes and the Gulf of Deren, with a sea distance of about 10 miles and a narrowest span around TM miles. It references mountainous terrain, many streams feeding the Atlantic and Pacific, and an area of the region.
Column notes blend weather talk with satirical musings on love marriage and manners. Aimed at gentle humor, it jokes about crops calming after rain, women’s roles, bachelor comforts, and social misgivings. A line about an Atchison wife bequeathing a husband colors the piece with social satire.
A fragmentary humorous reflection about men and money in politics and relationships. The piece mocks voting struggles and women’s roles, noting social changes and modern improvements in society with a satirical tone.
A fragmented, period voice vents about luxury, youth, saloon culture, and moral contrasts. The text satirizes pretensions, exposes tabloid gossip, and hints at shifting social norms among men and teens, with a dismissive tone toward opulence and danger.
The readable text presents garbled phrases about English past, dairymen, toasts, a cold day, and a curious man who makes heat. Names, dates, places are unclear, but tone suggests a fragmented excerpt from a period piece or dialogue.
Pueblo Colorado November 10 railway workers of southern Colorado plan a main meeting to urge action toward stopping or modifying the coal miners strike. They aim to press President John Mitchell and coal miners leaders to bring peace in coal transportation as five railroads and thousands of employees here seek a settlement.
Washington reports state department notice that several British ships are to be chartered by the Colombian government to move troops from Jamaica Ventura to the Isthmus. The navy orders the Boston to Bombay Buena Ventura and if needed toward Terlanus, with instructions that landing is prohibited. No interference with British ships on the high seas will occur.
In Naples near Santa Barbara a stone church stands as a monument erected by founder John H Williams who died before completion. His widow halted worship, sealing the church as a memorial to her husband and his beloved dog, leaving the interior neglected and unused since 1897.
Report claims C Baker former president of Thpeka railway plans to relocate with his family to a distant city to pursue business. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate imminent departure within days and possible family involvement.
Washington November 20 Congressmen Campbell and Murdock met with the attorney general to press Pollock for the federal judgment or duties. The talks aimed to secure federal action on the Pollock case and related duties.
The Kansas delegation met this afternoon and urged the president to appoint either Captain Alexander or Grandy Palmer, both Kenna men, as army Judge Advocate. Some members endorsed one candidate, others the other.
Hottentots across Kenharat near Cape Colony gather with about 1500 rebels near Sow. Police dispatched and volunteers called as border tension heats with expected severe fighting.
Rioting persisted in Santander on November 1 as mobs attacked residences and convents while troops protected the area. A disruptive auction rumor and a remark from Town and Country highlight the chaotic mood and sensational chatter surrounding the events.
Vice President Myers of the Topeka street railway firm returns from an absence to confirm ongoing North Topeka construction. He notes material limits delaying river crossing and bridge work, with plans in progress and crews clearing debris from the old streetcar bridge. He denies claims of Topeka Railway being absorbed by General Electric.
A northern and southern California canvas city boom turns tents into year round settlements with private and rented tents. Hotels with furnished tents replace brick rooms offering meals, water, streets, pipes and utilities. Attractions include card rooms, bands, theaters, gardens, and seaside amusements, all shaping a family oriented outdoor luxury.
Prominent members of the Federation of Women's Clubs gathered at the Hotel Majestic in New York to discuss women’s welfare and broad lines of policy. The report notes the emphasis on social issues while avoiding partisan politics.
Cabinet members focused on Panama situation, with no new statements on Panama’s government or canal negotiations. American interests on the Isthmus are seen as in excellent shape, and no land forces will be sent unless the crisis worsens.
The funeral for Herman Williams, killed Sunday in an accident during Santa Fe raids, will be at Wesleyan Methodist Church at Third and Jefferson streets at 7 p.m. Thursday. Burial follows in Glasco, Kansas. Mrs. E A Fisk, mother of Mrs. Crosby, died this morning at 1190 Topeka Avenue. she was 86. Funeral arrangements not yet announced. The passenger steamer Atlantis was destroyed by fire near Campbell's Rocks in Georgian Bay. passengers and crew escaped in boats to Parry Sound. Baggage and belongings were left behind.
Edwin Shannon and Is. M. SE, Hele the wife of the city treasurer, are ill with fever in Topeka. C B Sawyer arrives for a short visit with his daughter. New hose for the fire department arrives from Horton in four packing cases. The Roehri¢ family deny involvement in Andrew Patactl’s disappearance, claiming he has been seen since. Woman's Missionary Society meets Wednesday at 3 with Mrs. H. BE Thayer. Brenner and Lin football report describes a lively game with Branner injured and the match ending after time.
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