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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1903
Page
1
A labyrinth of forged warrants and alleged impostors surrounds a broad fraud case. Investigators question E Ritter and a man nicknamed Dummy, raising doubts about pay orders, vault storage, and signatures. Officials including Auditor Wall and state authorities review endorsements and the legality of the warrants amid ongoing probes.
A fragmented 19th century letter discusses oetemans Pinkeman. Lt WW and Blakermass are named in alleged graft and misappropriation claims. It claims a $10 note stolen in Hakeman's hands and suggests an eventual state inquiry to uncover padded rolls and hidden names.
The House Journal shows no confirmation of Ritter’s role or oath, suggesting his name circulated on the payroll without valid authority. The article questions whether Ritter was a real tenl employer or a straw man, whether warrants were drawn in his name, and if forged signatures and erasures, including Blakeman and Ritter names, were part of a wider scheme and who forged the 3129 warrant.
State auditors review vouchers and warrant registers amid irregular signatures tied to Ritter payroll warrants. Irregularities include erasures, identical signatures, and mismatched entries for five warrants issued to Cotter and others. Officials consider if signers acted due to clerical errors or potential fraud while confirming pay and roles.
An investigation reveals signatures on warrants by Jhon Cotter and Brock Mason, with auditor statements claiming vouchers were canceled only under proper instruction. Wakeman contradicts clerical duties, stating he did not sign or receive pay, while pledging to expose any forged warrants and deny entitlements to funds drawn unjustly.
Winheld Kansas November witnesses describe the Coffelt murder scene and investigation. The twenty ninth state witness, Cal Perga, testified on Thursday after a rigorous cross examination. Other witnesses named include J. Fox, Mrs N E Brane, Brane Guy Marsh, Rolla Fox, Cx Roberts, J A McDermore and Allen Titown with a ranch 261 report noting gun trouble and a failed arrest.
Director Jennings expects good football weather for Saturday despite a garbled forecast. Temperatures recorded by the government thermometer show around 38 at 1, 78 at noon, with wind from the east and hours of light wind noted. details are unclear due to broken text.
Disjointed text references Harry Parle, a warrant signer, payroll dates February 11 to March 3, names like Apperson, Ritter, and unclear signatures. Mentions a warrant amount of $129 and payroll entries on early 20th century dates, with scrambled phrasing and illegible lines.
The Liverpool autumn meeting featured 11 Palmy Days winning the cup in London Nevada. Frew set a record while Bachiloty Burson finished third. Pourteoy horses and Weather Indications were noted with octane and deca meena Segesgaes Baye in midweek forecasts.
A call goes to members of the Republican National Committee to assemble at the Arlington Hotel in Washington, D C on Friday December 1 to select a place and date for the 1904 Republican convention. Senator A Hanse chairs the committee and will host a dinner at the Arlington on Saturday December 12 as part of the schedule.
In a federal suit the Metropolitan Trust and Topeka Water Company face questions on bond issues and the status of the water plant. The case seeks to fix claims under multiple mortgages and to order a sale of the plant to resolve watered bonds while preserving rights of prior lenders and bondholders. The action aims to clarify ownership and secure proceeds for debts tied to the water system.
A Topeka coal dealer warns that a Colorado strike could raise coal costs in Kansas. He cites Denver dispatches showing planned rail rates to divert coal from Iowa Missouri and Kansas and notes Kansas operators may face a wider price increase if the strike spreads. Independent mines in northern Wyoming resume with an eight hour shift and wage concessions under negotiation.
Washington Nov 1 President Tovectit held a late night conference with Republican leaders at the White House. Present were Secretaries Jing Whren and Senators Hanna Fairbanks Platt Connecticut Spooner and Alderson. The meeting broke up at midnight.
Mr Hindman was seriously injured last night when he ran into an obstruction in front of his store at Eighth and Kansas Avenue. He suffered a broken nose and dislocated left shoulder while crossing to a Strent car. He was knocked over by workers near the sidewall and is listed in dangerous condition.
The one year old son of ex Chief of Police Curt Goff died of diphtheria after a two week illness. The father, exhausted by care for his dying child, was informed at 11 o clock Wednesday that he had been removed as chief. A doctor said Goff had kept vigil despite illness and near pneumonia. The firing coincided with the family tragedy, seen as an inhuman act by many in town.
Mayor W H Thompson of Junction City sues Geary County to collect 213 dollars claimed for overseeing the city's poor. The case is before Geary County District Court during the current term.
The Hague November 11 The Venezuelan arbitration is adjourned after closing arguments. The court will consider motions and set a new date and notify interested parties of the schedule.
In the text, the Kansas delegation receives excellent seats in the same row as key figures. Victor Murdock sits to the right in his first term, with Representatives Curtis and Reeder nearby. Regtative Campbell sits two rows back, and Milter in front of Mr. Castle head. The arrangement promises close association for the delegation.
Tien Tsiy dispatch reports Russian forces marching toward Shan Hai Kwan clashing with Chinese troops. Allegations claim the Chinese imperial force faced a major engagement as more than 400 imperial troops crossed the frontier into Manchuria.
Washington reports no new developments as delegates plan a 10 oclock meeting in Senator Longs office to settle the contest. Johnston Loomis Pollock emerge as leading candidates with Pollock favored by Long Bailey Leland Albaugh and Bristow stands apart. Charges of personal character threaten any Pollock nomination and the deck remains stacked against a clear outcome.
The fireary hearing for Charles and William Overman on the William Stale murder charges was postponed at the request of County Attorney Beniman who says evidence is not yet developed to proceed. Rumors of an arrest for Mr Henden are denied by Mr Sea Tan. Officers are pursuing a new clue and may have startling developments soon.
John Dadisman, captain of the Ward, claims dreams foretold Washburn's season. He predicted a first half score by Washburn against K U, a weak showing by Agricultural College, and a Washburn victory over Bethany College. He plans to speak at the Washburn chapel to share his visions.
WW Leeman named master mechanic of the Rock Island Colorado division with W Andeceron resigning. James McDonough to succeed as master mechanic at El Paso in Leeman’s place.
Pickets form a line as organizers prepare for a March contest at Every Point. Participants and observers ready for events, with security and schedule details under review by officials.
Equally determined crowds and police prepared for a tense day as both sides faced possible violence during a strike against the Chicago city railway. Pickets gathered at Went Worth Avenue and near major barns while police planned heavy car escorts. Two street cars operated as tensions rose with jeers and arrests along Wentworth Avenue and Cottage Avenue routes.
Snow blanketed three states with forecasts of an all day storm as officials reported heavy falls in Des Moines and surrounding counties. A fire broke out in a Shamokin coal mine as workers fought flames amid rising temperatures. details indicate mine owners and a Scranton company connected to the area.
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