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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1903

Page

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Warships Fill Harbor As Russia and Japan Tense

A chaotic dispatch notes Russian fleets moving toward Port Arthur and Ma-San-Pho, while Japanese forces concentrate on Korea’s border. Reports claim diplomacy falters over Manchuria evacuation and potential partition of Korea, with Tokyo pressing for a quick settlement as war tensions rise. The Washington result covers a royal wedding amid global turmoil.

Paris Port Arthur Ma-San-Pho Korey Rosetun London Heron Hayashi Mimi Dor de Laster Bully Mail Oor Cesc Tyron de Koken Ty Dagen Borie Tapatiere Buveniene Japan Marcunin Russia Allie Jaron Japurn Kura Washington Viet X Hirmatior Ate Hay Henger Rene Aire Tully Julie Ae Wits Laniedort Trent Manchuria Poids Corralanden Eeelie Wiiwy Kobe Jhnan Tfanhe Barna von Haken Vnl Am Nuje Dananesa Vacrusiin Manchurbi Somerohd Soxske Chigmine Cores Janan Aete Holt Opie Farin von Rem

Mauna Lea Outbreak Report At Honolulu October

Outbreak news from Honolulu in October reports Mauna Lea is very active with heavy spread. Limited readable text notes large cites and mentions an incident labeled as a grant eaten of large cites.

Mauna Lea Honolulu

Kansas-Nebraska Game to be Held in Lawrence

University of Kansas president J. Wa reen announced in chapel that the Kansas-Nebraska game will be played in Lawrence. About 2600 tickets may be sold to students at $1 gate. the student body will act to secure sales and support. Weather and finances constrain the plans. several players were unavailable due to injuries and bruises affecting the squad before departure to Kansas City.

Lawrence Kansan J. Wareen Athietic Bound University of Kansas Pnoueh Teentyiwc Kansas City Avery Cocke Lee Griggs Rice Vielling Ieal

Woman Drummer Sues Over Hotel Incident in Circuit Court

Lucille C. Fry, traveling representative of Lens & Son of Kansas City Mo, sues in the U S circuit court for 10000 dollars claiming intimidation extortion of funds and slander. She alleges Miss Pry was detained at the Montezuma hotel in Semnen City around 2 or 3 am and coerced into paying 60 dollars under threat of confinement. Fry seeks 250 dollars in damages for personal distress and 900 dollars for alleged reputational harm plus 10000 dollars punitive damages on the second count.

United States Circuit Court Lucille C. Fry Af Lens & Son Kansas Cy. Mo Lant Sies J. Te Setlarde As Pry Ie Bielks Sellards Wieurrener

Train wreck near North Topeka injures two Railway workers

Collision on Union Pacific tracks four miles east of North Topeka wrecks a train engine and caboose. Engineer C. G. Smith of Herington and Clerk Evans injured. Evans taken home, extent unknown. Smith worse but improving at Stormont hospital. passengers lightly jolted with minor injuries.

North Topeka Porkaltra Alen Mn Evan Kansas G. Smith Stormont Hospital

RULED BY PLATT AND CITYS UNION ATTACK

New York reports Comptroller Grout issuing a statement replying to last night’s convention action. He accuses the Citizens’ Union of yielding to Senator Platts rule and vows to resist removal from the ticket. He appeals to the tall-minded to defend honest men against mob rule. The piece also notes Judge Jumor and Judge Hook’s seats and court proceedings in Topeka, with court opening in Kansas City and a banquet in honor of Judge Riner. Chinese minister buys arms in Berlin as war material is sought.

New York Grout Citiens’ Union Oeene Platts Jumer Wno Kansas Hook St. Peat United States Circuit Court of Appeals Topeka George Shari Kan=s City Riner Dar Kansan Kennasas

Defense Seeks Doubt in Maxwell Case at Trial

The Peterson-Neil murder trial neared verdict as defense argued attendants caused Maxwell’s death. Physicians debated paresis and bone fragility while Nell and Peterson recounted the struggle. Deposition witnesses testified Neil and Peterson had good reputations. judge instructed on possible verdicts and paresis impact.

Peterson-Neil Maxwell Attorno Magaw Biddle van Nedse Buckmaster Hogetwom Max Nell Peterson RE. Buckmaster Gurl Nell J. M. Peterson Avi Wes Tte Neil Abbingte Hall Mutiern Pevsr Jeoliar Calle Helm Gartenet i I Parser Peter Ron Sai Marie Tr. B.D. Bantman Insane Anyium Parrsix T. O. Biddle Neil-Peterson Neil and Peterson Saylum WC. van Neys John C Losan Jon C Siream Springs Ark Stanley Cramtall Siloam Springs Howard Kaw Nathan O. Baldwin Stowm Spring Neils E. C. Talbot Hill AL James Psinger Fred Trey L. Hogan D. B F. Neil J. Lindball D. M. Steele J. Alien Centse Kan A. TL. Southers Petersen Good JR Holmes FW. Sivtam P. Seaman J. O. Quick A. Ward A'S. Finwing Farrar Clos Marrer Magaw Hazen J Fingen Petersin Maswell W. i Jaumivan A. Magaw Ora

Dr C O Rice Kills Officer in Pueblo Drug Store Rampage

In Pueblo Colorado Dr C O Rice a respected physician, intoxicated by alcohol, shot and killed Officer Slater at Palace drug store in Central Basel and then fatally wounded himself after holding a crowd at bay. Detective Roubichaud and Assistant Fire Chief Charlie Campbell broke in from the store cellar to overpower Rice who was later jailed. Officer Martz was killed. Rice is hospitalized and critically ill.

Pueblo Col C. O. Rice Palace Basel Hou Polloe Eer Slater Uffiver Rus Roubichaud Fie Charlie Campbell Martz

Wreck injures fourteen in Kansas City trolley crash

A bound Chelsea park trolley car in Kansas City Kansas struck a wagon carrying fourteen occupants. Injured include Mrs Barker Wellbery Mrs Brenner Mrs Welborn Brunner Knox Wellborn Mrs Wilson John Witsoe Latte Witemn Drutsch Dorrie Wiron George Gray and others. several with head and leg injuries.

Kanss City Chelsea Park Thirteenth Stewart Avenue Kansas Kimi “Barker Wellbergy Atneie Brenper Otte Brunner Welborn

Allen's Family Sickness Shocks Nomens City

A chaotic report says Senator Allen's family, including four children, suffers from typhoid fever and diphtheria like illness. The ailing household is under medical care as officials discuss relief and future travel plans. The senator reportedly plans to visit Topeka for necessary actions while awaiting word on the crisis at home.

Wottenmex Nomens City Allen Price Helle Frlee Adjutant General's Office Foneka Kelsey

Mr Bone Improves Health. Secretary to Gov Bailey Moves Mail

H J Bone secretary to Gov Bailey today sent word that his mail be forwarded to Excelsior Springs where he is said to be staying. The note implies Bone is improving and may resume correspondence though Governor Halley has not yet fully attended the log rolling event but is expected to return.

H. J. Bone Bailey Ernoc Excelsior Springs Bone Halley

Composer Found Dead In New York Home

Peter A. seen widely known composer and four time Websterian chue dean died at his residence in New York. He served 25 years in the music field and was a prominent figure in New York arts circles. The obituary notes his long career and influence on American composition.

New York Ovr Peter A Websterian Chue Deen

Confused lines hint at unidentified figure in Anaconda case

Fragmentary report mentions Beledobu Kelly of Anaconda and a case involving Cee Kelly. Text unclear but suggests inquiries or actions connected to a Fyisom Cal area, with no clear outcome or date. Further readable details are needed to determine exact event and parties.

Beledobu Kelly

One of Fifty Alleges Combinations in Restraint of Commerce

A court action claims that a group formed among businesses attempted to restrain trade. The suit names several firms and alleges coordinated price fixing and market allocation. Legal arguments focus on whether the defendants violated antitrust laws and harmful effects on competition.

Penalties Demanded From Railroads and Express Firms

Austin Tex Oct District Attorney Warren Moore on behalf of the state has filed anti trust suits against several railroads and express companies alleging contracts that reserved express business for one company and shut out others. Penalties and charter forfeiture are sought with prerogative fines up to 10000 per suit. Defendants include Rock Island Railroad United States Express Texas Pacific Texas Express MissouriKansas Texas American Express San Antonio Express Wells Fargo and others, with plans for forty nine similar suits statewide.

Austin Tex Warren Moors Hock Island Walroad United States Express Scorpieriy Texas Paritie Railroad Texas Express Company Misatl Kansas & Texas Railroad American Express Company Shu Antonio Wells Fargo Express Company Lattorney Moore

Storm Devastates Aliceville and Nearby Towns in Kaw

Tornado and storms hit Burlington area causing extensive destruction. Dozens injured as homes, stores, and the Methodist church are wrecked. Affects Aliceville and surrounding farms with several buildings leveled and crops ruined. toll figures in thousands. Emergency crews aid injured and search for survivors.

Burlington Kaw Aliceville Alerville Anderson Coffey Lavell Gilling Olsen Guton Sdward Mattiy McNary Mes Hicks Earlywine Jones D. Bryant Stréee Missouri Acts Vuin Allevitin Armilan Eyelone Alicevite

Fragmented Kansas depot crowds endure rail delay

Kansas City observers report the Aston depot's severe conditions as thousands of excursionists crowded the dreary corridors. Passengers sleepless in cramped seats and on cement pavements faced long waits for trains, delaying connections and travel to destinations tomorrow. The Emporia Presbytery adjourned after a busy session, with delegates heading to Minneapolis.

Ansas City Kansas City Aston Attmés Bowes

Weather Report Notes No Frost Amid Chilly Morning

Government thermometer reads low temperatures with no frost observed this morning. Director Jennings reports no frost notice while forecast for Kinsax predicts fair tonight and Friday with warmth later. Wind from the west at about 0 miles per hour, early readings show a minimum near 4 percent.

Jennings Kinsax

Penny Decries Immoral Music in College Chapel

Prof G B Penny shocked Waan burn college chapel by labeling twenty five hymns as immoral due to their music. He named six waltzes two two steps and seventeen polkas as inappropriate for religious services and urged more careful music selection for morning worship. He did not seek removal of the hymn, but expected tighter control over selections to reduce disapproved tunes.

Waanburn College Chapel G. 8. Penny Penny Elmens

Grout Ousted Off Tickets Stir In New York Conventions

Muted tone as Citizens Union and Republican conventions reconvened to rescind Grout and Porestrom nominations. Delegates debated leadership in Brooklyn and Bronx contests while Corant Le Seep and Joseph Le Seep were nominated by Republicans. Roosevelt’s uncle Robert S Roosevelt drew attention amid political maneuvering for local and state posts.

New York Citizens’ Union and Republicat Organization Grout Porestrom Cooper Coton Cy Huntington Litte Inwrest Bronk Corantr Dosaph Wis Alan Republic Cunaa Garingio Woodruff Hinrich MeGluire Lin Tarmany Namipalian Maohastiss Boroast Tai

Work on Weet Th Avenue track lines advances

North Topeka crews lay new poles and string trolley wires as South Topeka repairs proceed. Collins, superintendent, says Dowman gate likely to see trains by Friday night. In Saintsville National Prison congress and affiliates elect officers including Charlton J. Lewis of New York as president and Dr H E B Alison of Fishkill as president of the Physicians association.

Lairte Xade Weet Tenth Avenue Lawes Collins North Topeka Saintsvile Get National Prison Congress Organizstons Charlton ‘J. Lewis New York City J. T. Gilmore Toronto David Wardens Association H. EB. Alison Fishkill Physicians’ Association J. M. Bat Concord Junction Mass Trey

Bitx Found Ready Buyer Auction Clears 13000 Goods

New York hosted what is described as the largest risk auction sale, with buyers from major cities present. About 13,000 pieces of goods sold for roughly 300000 dollars to reduce stock for a large manufacturer. The session ended in a rush with all items disposed of. Colors sold well though black red favored. Mitchell commented nothing was decided yet. Indiansport Indiana President Mitchell of the Mine Workers spoke after a national executive conference about the Colorado situation and forthcoming final press announcements.

Bitx New York Mitchell Indiansporls Ind National Executive Committee Colorado

Chicago Bridge Threats Shake Fund, Extortion Demands

Extortion plots surface as a group threatens to blow up a Chicago bridge and wreck property with dynamite. The suspects demand $50,000 from the fund, escalating fear of destruction and costly retaliation.

Chicago Oct Aitch Cac Ho

First Step Taken to Prevent Kansas City Floods

Nearly 200 delegates from Missouri and Kansas attend the interstate river improvement congress at the Commercial club rooms in Kansas City to push an appropriation for Kansas and Missouri river improvements. S. W. Fox reads the first formal paper. others on the program include U.S. Senator F. M. Cockrell, Rep. Charles Curtis, and William Cowherd.

Kaneas City Kantés City Kansas Valley Interstate River Improvement Congress Commercial Club Missouri Kansas Congress S. W. Fox United States F. M. Cockrell Charles Curtis William Cowherd Chester Long William J. Stone

Chanute Board of Trade targets gas well expansion and visits

The Chanute Board of Trade meeting focused on gas field expansion with plans to invite manufacturers and secure written proposals. Senator Kelly attended and praised Chanute for aggressiveness while a study trip for him to view gas wells was proposed. Directors will refine trip details and consider travel and lodging for potential visitors.

Chanute Sas Board of Trade Reiva Biute Benatar Kelly Phersen de Tuschert Kelly Chanie Headley Kennedy Sauer M. Dawdy J. N. McDonald A. Lapham EP. Burris D. Boschert H. P. Parrelly Wosenthal Winn Aiso Kansas Bingere

Closing Argument at London Hearing on Alaska Boundary

London reports on the closing arguments before the Alaskan boundary commission as Jacob M. Dickinson argues America’s unbroken title to the disputed coast. He contends the boundary should encircle the heads of bays and inlets, and the commission plans to reconvene Monday to consider the verdict.

London Boavid Commission Jacob M. Dickinson America Dickinson Peach Dickinson Has Concluded Afternoon the Commission Will Ad Ronen World

School Board Considers Electric Motors For Vent Fans

The board of education plans to use electric motors in the new school bulldogs to drive ventilating fans and hot blast heating instead of gasoline engines. Sumner and other schools with hot air venting faced operating difficulties and high costs with suno fine engines. Electric motors are thought easier to operate and maintain. The piece also notes progress on Merion Cricket Club matches with Mrs. Brout and Miss Adair missing an anticipated meeting and Miss Adair set to face strong rivals if schedules allow.

Board of Education Sumner Echools Toureey Tn Merion Cricket Club Haver Ford Hee C. T. Brout Mint Rhona Adair England Saturdy Mise Resex County Misa Adair

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