23 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1903
Page
1
Dynaniters robbed Burrton State Bank at dawn, escaping with about 3000 dollars. Pursuers traded shots with three bandits six miles from town, as details of the heist and pursuit emerge amid conflicting reports and unclear the exact amount taken.
Fragmentary stenographic excerpt from a court examination of Mr W J Bryan touching the Bennett estate. The transcript references Bevan Bennet Stoddard and other named parties, discussing a letter, a bequest, and related investments. The text is garbled but indicates questions about testamentary details and prior arrangements.
White Hall, home of the late Gan Cassius M L Clay, sold at public auction to Warfield Rennitt, a grandson of the Sage of White Fell. The estate, containing acres, brought 255? The 2-acre portion of the estate known as Ami Clay Oren Property sold for 20505. The Bees View portion, 125 acres, to be sold tomorrow. The remainder left to General Clay Morty for his child wife. The sale references state, national park plans and possible government involvement.
Witnesses described Bennett as in good mental condition before death and noted statements amid urging questions. Testimony touched on royalties from the book The Fire Tattle and a biographical sketch, with uncertainty over who paid or invested the funds. The matter adjourned until Monday.
Fort Riley Kas October 72 members of General Harrys command including Second Twelfth and Twenty first regular Infantry First find Second Kansas Infantry Tenth and Light cavalry had a sharp night awakening in the open with heavy frost. The ambush training exercise sailed through a full day with diverse arms in a grand show of force. General Barry attacked as General Bell observed, producing a collision of all arms. Bell and Barry discussed plans while the enemy overheard prompting a tactical adjustment. A disciplinary inquiry is sought by Colonel Hutchins into alleged beating of a private by his men amid reported tensions between new and colored troops.
London reports from October note little risk of war with Japan as legation denies imminent hostilities and Lloyds insurers raise far east risk if conflict delays beyond three months. Conference between De Roem and Komura postponed to after elder statesmen meeting. Russian fleet officer Admiral Alexei left for St Petersburg in November.
A fragmented list outlines an organization’s nominations for president and executive positions. It mentions Bignjow and iwanke for president and lists a long slate of executive committee and senatorial nominees across states including California, Kansas, Wisconsin, and others, with unclear spellings and partial names.
City Attorney Charles F. Spencer dismissed a large batch of liquor cases appealed from the police court. Twenty seven were dropped with sixteen still on the docket. Judge Hagen barred evidence from after the complaint and Spencer planned to try some cases while others he would not pursue further. Several defendants were specifically named as cases dismissed Thursday afternoon.
Fort Hiry Kay Ort witnesses General 3 B Young praise the Fort Riley maneuvers as worth their cost. He says the camp taught sanitation value and notes the large Army rear with about ten thousand men. He enjoyed the ride despite Washington duties and highlights discipline, absence of stragglers, and dedication of state troops. The upcoming Saturday review will showcase the troops before General Bates, with Governor Bull eager for the return of Kansas officials and guests.
Butte dispatch reports the district court decisions against the Boston and Montana and Minn ie Mealey mine lead to an indefinite shutdown of all Amalgamated Copper properties in Montana. An estimated 15,000 to 29,000 workers idle, with pay rolls cut and related rail and smelter disruptions felt across the state. Officials caution the closure may last nine to ten months until Supreme Court action. Local miners gather, while company comments remain limited.
The closing address at the American Bankers convention opened with prayer and drew delegates from various states. J A Winkay read on education of bank clerks, then See Roberts discussed effects of credit and the inflow of gold on industry, wages, and prices, noting inflation, stock promotion risks, and the resilience of financial systems amid rising living costs.
Washburn college football team to face Lincoln Nebraska Metical Saturday at 3 30 pm with a trained group arriving Friday night. Millice and Anderson expected to miss time while Mehl leads the backfield and Page may see action as a substitute. Wide uncertainty about lineup reflects readiness for a key contest.
The Telegraph reports Sir Haney Moi porand, the British ambassador, will visit Spain after Sir Michael Heribaseator’s death. The voyage aims to strengthen ties between Britain and Spain during a period of national transition.
Governor outlines changes to extradition powers and procedures. Requisitions will require formal criminal charge documentation, with enforcement rules aligned to other states. Special authentication measures will be adopted to substantiate statements for interstate requests.
Advices from Tien' Thin report talks of negotiating with a Shangtai steamship firm to charter vessels to run between Stranaghet and Pact Arthur. The government says the current volunteer fleet is insufficient to carry the traffic. Northern dispatches note varied temperatures and telegraphic blurbs from Chicago to Cincinnati.
For whist players the Topeka Whist Club will entertain visitors Monday night at the Tonuka Waist ela Ninth and Kanesa avenues. All whist players are welcome and invited guests may join. Arrangements will be made for regular winter tournaments.
In New York on October 73, about 150 Downe’s Army members boarded a five-car special train to Zion City Illinois, led by Deacons Crane Gaughter Wilhite Lauder Ely Pettinger Peterson Stevenson. They complained of cold exposure and ticket changes, with reports of harassed travelers and 75,000 homes visited the day prior.
In Emporia Kansas a blackmail case unfolds as Mr Wilson and Mr Arnold sue farmer Mr Hunter for damages alleging he wrote threatening letters to extort $1,000, with accusations of theft and false arrest tied to a previous October court term. The November term promises a sensational trial.
San Antonio authorities report four new yellow fever cases with no deaths today and eight total cases to date. Two new patients are still in danger, while two are out of danger. The update comes as health officials lead the response.
Special telegraphic reports from Mercantile Agency indicate widespread expectations of large lay offs this winter, with nearly 40 000 railway workers at risk. The notes show mixed signals across industries including steel, coal, pig iron, lumber, textiles, and cotton, with pockets of strength in Texas and the southwest and softer demand in New England.
Lawrence Kansas October 2 Coach Weeks pushes his players in a brisk practice ahead of the big clash with Merriman's team. Hawker pupils hurry to prepare for the Saturday game at McCook Field as several men show fatigue and may be forced to retire if they lose.
Advised to commit perjury, Berny ard Lynch the sloankeeper pled guilty to perjury in Soapenser, with an affidavit stating Lynch acted on guidance from ex City Magistrate Henry A Brann now in private practice. At Parks extortion trial, Josephus Plenty testified paying Parks $200 in Lynch present for striking. Lynch denied this on the stand. Lee Dillon to Try Again in Memphis track highlight notes a two minute record and cold, windy weather.
An upcoming voyage from Southampton and Cherbourg to New York lists passengers including Mr and Mrs John W and Mrs Jacob Dickinson Hanis Taylor. Dead man identified in Knoxville Tenn Marmlee of Stony Point Tenn later confirmed. Initial reports suggested the man had ties to a Philadelphia militia group.
An Oct New York farm tragedy features Beulah York and Ora Green. Green allegedly killed York after a dispute at the York farm, a laborer aged 16, with infatuation cited. An unrelated Berlin report notes an electric car reaching 120 mph in a separate item.
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