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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1903

Page

11

Emporia Lawsuit Involving Holderman Guardianship

A convoluted Emporia guardianship dispute centers on a will and the question of validity of a prior marriage. The case involves Maggie Holderman, Carrie Nath Holderman, and Laura J Agoner, with probate and divorce issues tied to inheritance and control of an estate estimated at 940.00 in value. The court faces whether the 19th century marriage was valid and if the widow inherits, affecting future guardianship and residency in Ohio.

Iderman Hannah Boonile Juust Bolitrman Jowell Deren Jane Holderman Laura J Agoner L. J. Wright Sabaine Lyon County Beking Bolderman Carrie Nath Holderman Holder Fain Mettermen Mes Lealle Jane Holderman

Army Navy football clash ends in points tally

Reported lines show Navy 5, West Point 4 with field goals and touchdowns amid chaotic play by both teams. A late Army drive and defense shaped a rough contest as officials debated touch and ball possession on the Navy yard line.

Tinaelphia Army Navy Chamiers West Point Chait Fusbind Wemy Thevis Bait Parraworth Army i Rth Strasburger Tne Baule Price Berice Ravyie Dot Warmys Bouse Th. Nivy

Subponeas and Trial In Panama Conspiracy Case

Confused OCR fragment references subpoenas and a Panama trial with names like General Payne and Bryan. Trial details appear garbled but indicate a government inquiry and a forthcoming court proceeding.

Big Grange Meeting Held at Mission Center Next Week

A large Grange gathering is planned at Mission Center with a Thursday evening meeting at seven thirty. Exhibits feature corn, with a one dollar prize for best entry. The program includes recitations and talks on farm life, pasture problems, and youth training. Wednesday sessions cover fruit problems and brain country topics.

Mission Center

Amity Club Seeks New Injunction Against New Officials

Attorney Robert Semple on behalf of Magew and the Amity State seeks a restraining order to stop the city from disturbing the Amity Club. A 1900s injunction against Mayor Drew Police Judge Sim and city officials was made perpetual in 1901. With new leadership, the club calls for a fresh injunction.

A. Magew Robert Semple Amity Ple Agaizu Chist Paiton Tuansey Drew Simeaw Amity Club

Cave acquitted in liquor sale case after jury split

The district court jury found Matt Cave not guilty of selling liquor. After a long deliberation the jury reached a verdict on Friday afternoon and again this morning following hours of six to six indecision. Authorities testified bottles were seized and labeled intoxicating with statements of sales alleged.

Yury Matt Cave Jory Cave Henderson

Army disciplinary action andMusic Club concert noted

In Voorbuch Lt Bis en faces six months imprisonment and dismissal after revelations by Bilsen. Officers abroad may be transferred or relieved. Meanwhile the Ladies Music Club plans a concert next Tuesday at the het Christian church with tickets priced five cents to fund club expenses. The program includes a varied lineup with performers such as Miss Tenilty King, Miss Parkhurst, and Vincent Danes.

Teorlit Mav Voorbuch Bisen Biisen Wan Uris Bilsen Het Christian Church Saekay SOF Oes Ves Beer Homas Mex Parkhurst Foster Wind Sra Wai Fernando Aida Atie Vincent Danes

Local Note on Guthrie Business Mission and Event

Snowden Parrett of Guthrie is in town on a business mission. Sheldon League of American Mothers hosts a meeting on December 5 at 6 o'clock at the kinder xalien. Washburn College invited to attend the event at the asylums for the intooper fr. a proy will be given Wednesday evening.

Snowden Parrett Guthrie Toepera Sheldon League of American Mothers

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Complete Scrofula Cure

The note claims scrofula is common in youth and grows slowly, with glandular swelling and skin eruptions. It endorses Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medicine for eradicating the disease during life.

Hood

Credit Destroyed Ties Townsend Downey Shipyard to Embarrassment

New York reports credit collapse of the ship building industry tied to revelations about the Townsend-Downey Ship Building company. President Wallace Downey cites labor and material market troubles, delayed contracts, and promotional schemes as causes of hardship and halted plans at Shooters inland.

New York United States Ship Building Company Townsend- Down Ehip Yal Shooters Inland Wallace Downey Tovreend-Downey Bqulla~ Ing Company Townsend-Downey Shipbuilding Company Stout Taited Ship Building Company Sheip Ip Tellatis Miculties

Sixth District Notes Showcase Local Politics and News

Asa Dillon of Downs elected chairman of the joint protection board of the Gould southwestern system at $2001 annually. Alton, Osage County hosts a senior social with about twenty five attendees, fifteen over 70. Porter Walker of Os.ordinal County named ranger on the Arizona forestry reservation. Beloit notes legal and civic gossip including a printer’s fee saga and a Mitchell county corn crop of 70 bu per acre. Phillipsburg men buy land for brick works. rail service complaints persist on Obertin and Atwood lines. local figures discuss politics, church and education.

Asa. Dillon Downs Mbswouri Pacific Gould Southwestern Alton Osborne County Porter G. Walker Oshort Arizona Burrow Efioa Logan Switl Lewis Phillieburg Donvenizcus Dlone Beloit Solomon River Atwood W. H. Caldwell Topeka Sixth District Istor Beloit Courier District Court Mitch Jell County Major Caldwell Caldwell Jude Ottawa County Mitchell County Ruy Mitchell J. W. Bicles Hicks Jennings Oberlin Decatur County Kruft Cy Anerson H. d& ML Obertin Stall Board of Railroad Commissioners Phiilipsburg C. B. Nelson A. Lewis Ed Page Wm. Hurd Woollen Kato Dousht Fisbon Jack Hayeley HNO Kansas Harvey J. Penney Oesult LM. Vest Don Anos Puchebanal Achonla

Local church notices crowded with services and events

The notice lists sermons and meetings from Reformed, West, Second, First and many other churches. It includes Sabbath school times, sermon topics such as The Poor Widow and the Loris Treasury, and special events like Thanksgiving exercises at First Cumberland Presbyterian church. church leaders include Rev. A. H. Kelso and Rev. John P. White.

First Cumberland Presbyterian Church Oolock A. H. Kelso Third Presbyterian Church Fourth and Branner Streets W. J Hatfield I. D Loris Treasury Walnut Grove Mt. E. Church Huntington Avenue Harrison Street Homer E. Wark W. Te Dexter Noakanans State Temperance Union Orl Junior Teraguca Second United Presbyterian Church Fillmore Huntoon Streets John P. White Ham Soul's Amen Fm First Lutheran Church Corner Firth Harricen Streem Ho A. Ob A. Fredenhagen a’Kempis Christ PS. C

New Diuretic Claim Brings Hope for Brights Disease Patients

In San Francisco on November 21 2903 a Topeka Drug Company letter touts a new diuretic that allegedly cures chronic Bright's Disease and Diabetes. A pharmacist named Carl P D Zeile asserts dramatic patient recoveries and urges readers to obtain Fulton Compounds, promising a free pamphlet and stock in their city. The missive presents itself as a testimonial from a long-standing local druggist claiming near nine-tenths success, with an offer to represent the product locally.

San Francisco Topeka Drug Company Sita Bright Siimgerely Carl PD. Zeile Fulton Topeka Drug CO Kansas Avenue

Patti Sings for Pricey Theater Concerts in New York

A New York theatrical firm reportedly paid between 20 and 25 dollars per minute to hear Patti sing during her American tour. The contract set 45,000 dollars per concert. Before showtime, funds were requested in the box office, and late, Patti’s advance demanded a large payment. Theater owners covered a shortfall of about 2,000 dollars to avoid disappointing patrons, allowing the performance to proceed about 90 minutes long. If fully sold, the house could have cleared around 10,000 dollars.

Patti New York Madame Patti Mme Mme. Patti

Mrs Kneale Hurt in West Sixth Avenue Car Crash

Mrs T W Kneale living nine miles southwest of Topeka was badly cut about the head when a street car struck her buggy on West Sixth Avenue near Filmore Street. The horse was shot, the buggy torn, and she was thrown onto the pavement. Dr Mulvane attended. she is not believed to be seriously injured. Poery's Party Returns. Commander Peary denied negotiating for a polar ship.

Arrest of Mrs Biegley in Santa Fe theft case

Detective Gardiner arrested Mrs A E Biesley at 72 East Seventh Street on a warrant for complicity in the theft of a valise at the Santa Fe depot. Her husband, jailed escapee, is also connected. She refused to reveal her spouse location after he fled the city jail last Sunday night by cutting an iron window bar. Mrs Tiesiey had attempted suicide about two weeks earlier amid a family dispute. The report also mentions a brother, Kilian, linked to false pretenses and other details surrounding the case.

Biegley John Gardiner Aftaroon A. E Biesley Santa Fe East Seventh Street Tiesiey

New Orleans Plans Ocean Waterways Celebration

An unclear notice mentions New Orleans taking part in a celebration related to waters and national events. The fragment references Bates, Secretary Muon, and a pledge to honor a patriotic occasion. No decisive details on date or organizers are legible.

Bates New Orleans United States

East Coast Florida railway booklet for tourists and winter visitors

The Florida East Coast Railway issues a 100 page illustrated guide describing the East Coast tourist regions from St Augustine gates to Nassau and Havana. It lists fares hotels and rates, travel tips, ticket and baggage rules, stopovers, and attractions. copies available post paid from J. D. Mariner at St Augustine.

St. Augustine Florida Paradise Regained Hant Nasea N. Z Nassau Havana J. D. Mariner Florida East Coast Hailway St Augustine

Florida East Coast Hotel Co Office in New York

The New York office of the Florida East Coast Hotel Co. is located at 221 Fifth Avenue The Old Brunswick Building.

New York The Florida East Coast Hotel Co Fifth Avenue Old Brunswick Building

Olson Elected President of State Commercial Teachers

J C Olson of Parmar was elected president of the State Commercial Teachers Association at the November meeting in Wichita Kansas. The result marks a notable leadership shift as the organization seeks to advance commercial education statewide.

G. Olson Wichite Kun J. C. Olson Parmar State Commercial Teachers’ Association Sonual

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