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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1903
Page
12
A Topeka court report states the God Fellows grand lodge abandoned a $50,000 suit. The attempt to recover funds was dropped as the matter shifted to reforming the grand lodge and only one participant opposed the action. The Starters in the image press pose pursue the case, with implications of internal financial disputes among lodge members.
The passage notes continued interest in mining prospects, with expectations for new developments and rising prices. It mentions potential investors and the idea of a new mine becoming a focal point, inviting readers to contact local sources for more information about investment.
A Kansas City event details a Kansas-Missouri gathering with arrangements for entertainment and travel. The meeting at the National Hotel includes officers elected such as President J. Re Ha Fits Avenue Hotel, with Mark Chowk Wood Putnam and James Chappelle among others.
Seat sale operations begin Monday with figures and charts. The event will open at a specified clock time, inviting voters and observers to participate. The notice outlines eligibility and process details for attendees.
An OCR fragment promotes coal from Southwestern Fuel Co with contact at 44 South and Rescue, noting multiple store locations including Forbes. It mentions various sizes and a claimed satisfaction in using their coal, addressing readers and suggesting attention to brothers and associated services.
Darby displayed nerve during an incident on a train involving a forced discharge of a black woman and property alleged to belong in Winfield. Officers raided Otto Anderson’s joint at Holliday Kegee, used a crowbar, and recovered items before customers scattered. Court last evening saw Darby credited with recovering about $6 worth of stolen goods and detaining a suspect, while others faced uncertain outcomes as authorities planned further action.
The report notes the man faces a SIL process with a defined timeline, detailing the expected duration and milestones as provided by authorities. It covers procedural steps, any hearings or reviews, and the anticipated completion window.
Readable fragments describe a telegram about a watch and tailored dress, mention of Mr Darby, a clock delivery, a Kansas City area, references to Riverside and Forbes, local names like W E George of Klimer and Charles B Marrott, a Congregationalists organ arrival, and a plea for information with a five dollar reward.
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