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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1903

Page

2

Sugar beet bill sparks Senate debate in Washington

Washington November 18 the opportunity to the wheat bill drew sharp scrutiny as Fordney of Michigan led opposition while charges of industry manipulation and protective aims dominated the floor. Lawmakers from California Michigan and Texas pressed for or against the measure citing sugar prices refinery interests and job impacts on beet sugar producers.

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Corbett Decides Not To Fight Fitzsimmons Next May

Jim Corbett, noted in 19th century boxing circles, says he will not fight Bob Fitzsimmons next May. He plans to hammer out a return bout later, citing prior theatrical contracts and a desire to prove past victories were not mere luck. He emphasizes respect for age and notes plans for a later challenge when feasible.

Were Not Paid Enough How Senators and Representatives Explain Pay

State Auditor Wells criticizes payroll practices as lax and unrecorded citing former committee influence. He calls for tighter control and reasonable salaries to curb temptations. He reports no fraud in current rolls except isolated irregularities and mentions related drafts and misuse across the Kansas legislature.

Wells U. K Tom Wella Senate House Sid Blakemanche C. Hillage Jane House Committee On Fred Knapp Journal Glerk Samuel Jamison Tay Falls Kansas

Sal Battalia Found On Franklin Avenue Bridge

Minneapolis dispatch reports Salvador Battalia found dead on the Franklin Avenue bridge after a stabbing incident. Victim had 21 wounds and a revolver beside him. initial motive unclear as police say the robbery motive does not fit the scene and no clue exists yet.

Minneapolis Minn Salvador Battalia Franklin Avenue

Engineer Threw Coal in Train Ejectment Suit

Fred Laughlin sues Rock Island for ten thousand dollars in common pleas court claiming engineer Charles Odgen threw coal at him on a Junction to The dure Hon trip, striking his face and head, causing a broken nose, facial lacerations, and dental injuries as he was ejected from the baggage car. Laughlin, a miner, alleges the incident occurred October 25 near Kinisan City, Kansas.

Fred Laughlin Rock Island Kinisan City Kan Common Pleas Court Laughlin Charles Odgen

Topeka Interurban Heliroad Incorporation Talk

State charter board issued Articles of Incorporation for the Topeka Council Grove Inter urban Heliroad company. A directors meeting will adopt by laws and begin fundraising. County officials and local businessmen from Council Grove and Maple Hill discuss electric versus steam lines and future freight growth.

Topeka Council Grove Fred A. Seaman Wabuunsee County Seaman Wabaunnes County Wabaunsee County Crouch Tole Electric Hertee Successul Pames Wit Tie Wate Cilestes Beara W. MM. Shamieffer Anson Miller W. W. White B C Williams H. i Richefer A. Haucke M. Watkins Golincil Grove A. F. Wade Maple Hil Arthur Cole V. Ae Ee A. J.eens John Cousins Fskridge F Alamin Alms Jom Barrow Harvey

Club Women Meet in St Louis for Biennial General Federation

The General Federation of Women’s Clubs committee meets in St Louis to plan the May biennial gathering. Committees are named and work for the week outlined. An early adjournment allowed attendees to join a reception at the world’s fair grounds at noon. Notable members include Mrs Denison of New York and Mrs Burdette of Los Angeles among others.

St. Louis General Federation of Women's Clubs Compottiee TS. Denison New York Roberts J. Burdette Los Angeles Exnima A. Fox Detroit William T. Coad Rapid City Louisi B. Poppenheim Charleston Imaal van Veichten Cedar Rama Iowa George H. Noyes Milwaukee John M. Carter Baltimere Samuel Hayes Holse City Idaho James’ Humphress Junction City Rastove Anna 2 Want Goren Mase Lydia Minneapolis Minn

Ruhlin Upsets Munroe Challenge Demanded

New York nov 1 Billy Madden Ruhlin manager calls Munroe challenge absurd for boxing before facing his man Bom twatner says Munroe must show more fighting quality He doubts Munroe after beating Maher and urges a bout with Ruhlin at Hamilton or Philadelphia if Munroe posts a forfeit to cover the purse. Truancy law case Ottawa Kan nov 12 Francis Mubbaniget Forntoul fined 3 dollars and costs for truancy resisting officer claims right to keep boy in school but will pay fine. Other cases continue with defendants to comply.

New York Billy Madden Gus Ruhlin Duck Munroe Anaconda Jim Jeffries Bom Twatner Munroe Peter Maher Munroes Rablin Heston Philadelphis Ottawa Kan Justine Francis Mubbaniget Forntoul Hubbard

Topeka News Briefs Mix Court, Theater and Rail Plans

Topeka items report Washburn and Ada Rehan Otis Skinner engagements at the Grand and Willis Wood in Kansas City, plus theater plans in St Louis and Chicago. Sheriff Lucas to guard the county jail as Leavenworth mutineers stay, and a master plumbers exam to finish Saturday night.

Otis Skinner Ada Rehan Grand Ada Rekan Little Hock Ark. Jast al Lucas Leavenworth Snyder Kansas Avenue Benjamin F. Jones Owensburs, Hy Sadie A. Harsha Topeka Kansas City Hazen Hummer Justiher Plass Washburn College John E. Frost Fourth Ward

YOUR MONEY RETURNED GUARANTEE FOR HYOMEL CATARRH TREATMENT

An advertisement promises a full refund to any buyer if Hyomel fails to help catarrh. It claims near universal cures, notes germs in the air as the起 cause, and states Hyomel kills germs in air cells, soothes membranes, and provides lasting relief when other medicines fail.

Geo. W. Stansfield Hyornel Ste. Geo. Eid

Explosion Kills Three in Kalkaska Store Fire

Report says dynamite explosion in a burning Kalkaska store near Sharon today killed three men and fatally injured a fourth. Names mentioned include Fur Dimes Mackerith and August Wan jan with William Sharp and George McClen in the injured or identified group.

Kalkaska Mich Sharon Dea Fur Dimes Mackerith Wiliam Sharp George McClen

Kansas Festmasters and Postmaster Appointments Noted

Nov 18 Kansas postmasters named including Eton in Rooks county and Jones in Selwick county with resignations noted. Nov 19 in Lawrence, Kansas, Washburn’s loss to Missouri is downplayed while expectations for a Kansas City clash grow. The Tigers would prefer a win over Missouri, amid hints of team strength questions.

Kansas Washington Kansas “Eton Rooks County Charles E. McPudden FB. Surver Waco Selewick William A. Jones Jatin E Diehl Lawrence Kgs Missouri Ly Washburn

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