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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1903

Page

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End of Morgan Hand of Rockefeller Descends Amid Steel Crisis

A chaotic report details Morgan's crash on Wall Street as Rockefeller’s power looms in steel. It notes the conversion of preferred stock into bonds, Morgan syndicate profits, and looming shifts in the United States Steel structure. Strong entities include J P Mor gan Moran and Co and United States Steel Corp.

Ken Morgan J. 1 Morsan & Co Morgan le i Rockefeller Bayig Steel Frumicail Gece X. Ni Mead THE TRUST A. W. Thompson Gupliy Branana Steel Company Jekts Stites Corvers Tion Fouvustons Julia ¥. Wayter Eppemures Elgor Roy Lee Company teFt Youngstown Tery W. French Republic Iron and Steel Company fWe Chicigs Liter United Banes Steel Corporation Republic Company Finn Jon Ates Bechiye Milan J. Dierpont Mangan J. Merpone Lesced M. Gney United States Steck Corporation Rotkefelter J. Pers Punt Moran Cvelwli Infererte Bedi Toyits Purchudas Sal Ipstaces Etn Tie Merve Tintet Mer Morwith Ie Morgan States Steel Corporation Fertai Hema Fauke Tom Yeith Cleores W. Perkins Mipon Peekins Mic Morgan

Morgan Syndicate Profits Reported In Bond Conversion Scheme

A Morgan led syndicate reportedly secured enormous profits from a bond conversion plan used to fund preferred stock, with estimates ranging from several million to over two hundred million dollars. The Morgan statement framed the profits as a pivotal shift in Wall Street power, diminishing longtime influence of prominent figures in finance.

Discovery Gone in Nome Steamer Disaster

Juneau dispatch reports that the steamer Discovery wrecked near Seward river mouth. Passengers and crew are feared lost with wreckage including lifeboats and hull portions. Estimated thirty aboard when last seen departing Yukak in October. Names of crew and officers listed. vessel built at Port Townsend for Puget Sound trade.

Seattle Wash Post-Intelligencer Juneau Alaska J. Bent Excelsior Discovery Sew River Bent Texcelsior Vakurat al Peradne Yukak Strdmier Newe Dr. McGrath M. RR. Walter Ford eOicer Gay Woltura Edward Vandite Willand Dangerfeld Hubert Carlson Albert Is Pelt Henry Price William S. Made Discovers Port ‘Townsend Puget Sound_ trade

Fugate Sells Newton Journal to Oklahoma Man

Mr Campbell, a veteran newspaperman tied to the Oklahoma Hornet at Wikomis, acquires control of the Newton Journal from Mr Fugate. Campbell travels to the city and assumes charge, with Fugate embarking on new oil business ventures.

Newton Journal Oklahoma Chante Kun P. Campbell Wankonis Ola Jr. Pugate Mr. Campbell Oklahoma Hornet Wikomis Agrer Newton Pugatr Ee -Enetar

Statehood Now Push in Oklahoma Territory Report

Governor Ferguson's interior report urges immediate statehood for Oklahoma Territory. The extensive review highlights resources and development, noting American citizens denied self government. It argues the territory’s wealth and institutions justify admission and criticizes delay.

Washington P. B. Ferguson Secretary of the Interior Patna Saya Oklahoma Ohhera Tukher Fevean Statea Mega Tee

At the Capital They Attract Attention by Faultless Attire

Thrasher's fashion notes highlight standout outfits seen around the capital as residents dress with sharp, polished style. Local watchers comment on fabrics, cuts, and color choices shaping public style impressions.

Kansas Contingent at Capitol Draws Attention in Washington

Two Kansans, David Mulvane and Charles Blood Smith, stand out in the federal judgeship fight at the Capitol. Victor Murdock reports on their poise and charm amid Kansas influence, while N H Loomis, candidate for judge, impresses with a brisk campaign and notable lineage linking to prominent Kansans like Hiram Price Dillon. The piece notes lingering tales of Senator Plumb’s record, and recalls Captain L A Thrasher’s death and the ensuing Washington burial.

Washington Nev Capitol David Mulvane Charles Blood Smith Debonair Beau Hrimmels Kansas Senate House Histarle Plumb Yeas Money Minsissippi N. H. Loomis Union Pacific Railway Loomis EP. Hanna Salina Hanna B. J. Hanna Central Peters Newton Hanns Navy Department Tarows Sedley Court of Inquiry Sampson

Veteran Kansas leader Thrasher dies after long service

Captain Thrasher, longtime public figure linked to the Civil War era and U S internal revenue work, died leaving a widow and daughter. He had lived in Lawrence and later influenced Wichita and Topeka areas, helped found Lawrence and guided state affairs while serving as special agent under Harrison and later honored by McKinley. Kansans in Washington attended his ceremonial events as the Kansas delegation planned united committee support.

Hani Kennas Regiment Toli United States Harrison Cleveland McKinney Taka San Francisco St. Louia Milwaukee Lynchburg Fils Lawrence Kan Wiorence Crawford Arthur Cup Beradi Topeis Thrasher Wits

Mail Car Burns on Missouri Pacific Fast Mail

In Kansas City on November 21 the Missouri Pacific fast mail train No 7 carrying first class mail caught fire in a storage car between St Pauls and Sherman. The car separated from the train as flames spread, destroying the entire car and contents including newspapers magazines and books. Conductor E Williams and porter Nat Jefferson suffered scorched hands and clothes but no injuries were reported.

Kansan City Missouri Pacific Kansas City St Pauls Daniel Sherman Loulyand E. Williams Nat Jefferson

Farmers Take Coal From Santa Fe Siding

Belpre Ohio November 23 farmers seized coal from a Santa Fe siding after a train blocked by another derailment. They hauled three cars home despite agent protests, offering to pay the company for the coal. Officials plan to settle the matter without dispute.

Belpre, Knn Santa Fe Belpre Railroad Company Wey Deda City

Wisford Giant Gas contract to sink eighty wells near Humboldt

Humboldt Kan November 3 Wis ford Giant Gas company has contract with Alford Co to drill eighty wells on 40 acres of the George Work farm west of town. About 80 wells on the north end of the annes with a pumping plant and six coed piles. Si ghty wells on the Ble Held will make a great showing.

Humboldt Kan Wisford Giant Gas Company Hd, Alford & Co The George Annes Eichty Wells

Robbed A Conductor On Suburban Street Car

Two masked men halted a Scranton trolley car at a Green Ridge terminal last evening. They pulled down the trolley pole and, with revolvers, compelled Conductor Riley and a guard to surrender cash and valuables. The attackers fled into darkness, leaving the car’s crew shaken.

Scranton Green Ridge Riley Major Latey Elmer's Helene Fue

Six plead guilty as others go free in least active group

Six defendants pleaded guilty while those with lesser activity avoided harsher penalties. Prosecutors say the group faced reduced charges or sentences due to limited involvement in the alleged crime, while more active participants faced tougher outcomes.

Refusal to Plea in Leavenworth Mutiny Murder Case

Six mutineers at Leavenworth pleaded guilty to manslaughter in Topeka federal court for the guard slaying during the November 7 mutiny. Arthur Hewitt and others received new sentences adding to their current terms. Davenport, denying involvement, may plead later. Remaining defendants Parker Rating and Hewitt face trial, with Murry still uncaptured.

Federal Mutheera Topeka Leavenworth Joseph Waters Waters J. 5 Dean United States Ft Davenport Waldrupe Davenport Cte Scho Chickasha Sears Donald Norris Ardmore I. T Harry Gregelin Vinita Southerland Murkogée Jas Wilton Gus Parker Tom A Arthur Hewitt HI. Davenport Neal Reo Denver Col Texas State Penitentiary Tee Parker Hewitt Kating W.O. Murry Kiner Parker A T. J. Garver Garver Riner Bruciance Waters Jans Purcell Ole Bobo Joseph Deekin

Trolley Wires Cut Spark Chicago Rail Strike Unrest

Rioters cut trolley wires on Halstead and blocked Archer avenue as State Street line prepared to operate amid a strike. Police protected cars, riots erupted near Porty-first and State, shots fired, one believed hit. Obstructions escalated with rails and stones. police used force to clear crowds.

Chicago State Street Chicago City Railway Halstead Street Archer Avenue State Street Line Porty-first Fecha Or Seventh Fifty-first Streets Forty-first Twenty-ninth Street Forty-third Street Uiete

Plead Guilty in Grand Rapids Water Bribe Case

Adrian Schriver of Grand Rapids Michigan pleaded guilty to receiving a bribe of twenty five dollars from Lant Salisbury for aiding water company favors. Schriver told prosecutors he would testify in exchange for leniency while other aldermen confessed to their share in the scheme. Dec ember 12 is set for his sentence as the case unfolds with more statements from witnesses and defendants.

Grand Rapides Mich Wix Aldermen Adrian Schriver Han Lant K_ Salisbury Amermen Bevelver Ghysels Toare Tess Salisbury

Kansas Weather Forecast Shifts to Warmer Outlook

Government forecast for Kansas predicts partly cloudy conditions tonight and Tuesday. Light northeast winds at 2 PM, with hourly temperatures recorded near the official thermometer.

Kansas Bowng

Unconditional Surrender and Renewal of Hostilities in Santo Domingo

In San Domingo on November 23 President West Gil tried to arrange a peaceful settlement with insurgents besieging the city. An armistice was agreed till noon Sunday, but insurgents demanded city surrender and resumed bombardment after 6 pm. The U S minister's residence was destroyed, civilians panic, and relief was scarce as ships Liguria and Deruller arrived and Drestdunte sailed toward Azua de Compostela. Prices of provisions are high and sanitation poor amid the crisis.

San Domingo Republic of Santo Domingo West Gil G. 8 Powell Belsian Hayti Peace Commission U. S Liguria Deruller Drestdunte Azua de Compostela

Kohl Case Opens as District Court Hears Liquor Charge

In district court this morning attorney Spencer began the Kohl case against Charles Kohl and assistant Archie Halley charged with selling liquor illegally at Kohl's drug store. Police seized beer and whisky. Witnesses testified about purchases and sign for liquor, with conflicting statements on contents and records.

Chy Spencer Charles Onl Kohl Archie Halley Esc Bailey Af Ir Beacause Hazen Pauld Oscar Krause I Jury Kom T Wae Kavee Krause Dyas Otle J.C. Owen Sherald Drug Store Selectiquer Alexander Erickson Teat Towet Almanac Sibisiey Kehabers St George Welty Keobl Kohlwardg

Demand for a Quick Trial in Senate Indictment

In Omaha Nebraska on November, Senator Charity Iet Rich arrived at his attorney’s office seeking an immediate trial. He urged the court to examine all evidence to expose alleged violations. The case involves a United States senator and public contracts to drill thirty wells for Lanne and Kansas Oil and Gas Company with Tt. C. Brown Son.

Omha Neb United Stat Charity Ietrich Fado Hin Lani Gmahn Judes United States Senate Humbolt Kan Bt, Lanne and Kansas Oi and Gas Company Tt. C. Brown @ Son Humboldt

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