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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1903

Page

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Man seeks admission to Hoosewelt Home. arrested after riotous demand

A man named Wellieenwes, claiming to be seeking marriage to the president's daughter, caused a scene at Hoosewelt Home. He was restrained, questioned, and detained in the village prison after being deemed possibly a lunatic. An examination by a physician was ordered to assess his sanity.

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Col Little to Move Pursue Kay Sept 2

Col Little to move pursue Kay on September 2 as plans are made to relocate to Pareone Trim Abilene. The First National Bank building at Howe? faced partial relocation with renovations ongoing and not yet finished.

Kay Pareone Trim Abilene First National Bank Kimball & Ongowd Howe

Old couple murdered in Warrenton home

Authorities and neighbors found Mr and Mrs Yeater dead at their Warrenton Massachusetts residence. Bodies showed signs of struggle and mutilation suggesting a violent attack. Suspicion falls on a missing suspect identified as Wo E Church and Mite, with personal effects removed and no trace found despite a thorough search.

Warrenton Mr Yeater E. Chorch

Hays Welcomes Washington Visitors With Fort Hays Events

Washington correspondents visit Ft. Hays reservation next Tuesday for a special train arrival at 8 with a breakfast and tours of the renovated facilities. The hotel orchestra will entertain under Peter Hussing as dignitaries receive the party and inspect new buildings at the State Agricultural College. Wheat prices rise while markets fill with supplies as farmers report growing yields and progress on local projects.

Peter Hussing National Irrigation Board Uie Erage Pitielal Kurisas Certeith Fresv Malray Hays Hanes State Agricultural College of Kangas Iethte Treti Pation Marie New Ferry Jewell Weelern Kansan Maret

NO WIND FOR A RACE IN AMERICA'S CUP TRIALS

New York on September 2 reports no wind for the third America's Cup race as boats faced a prolonged delay. Yachts went to the line without a usable breeze, then were towed back after a midday postponement and the race declared off.

New York Tudas

Dick Welles On Way To Sheepshead Bay Stakes

New York Sept 2. Rumors confirm that Smutthers acquired the bay colt Dick Welles by King Exe and will ship him to Sheepshead Bay. Trainer Mike Taylor to handle the horse on arrival as he joins McChesney and the string at Gravesend and Bright Beach for upcoming rail stakes season.

New York Anamners Mung Forces Gravesend Smutthers Dick Welles King Exe Qase Dice Wallon Mike Taylor Sheepshead Hay Rice Track McChesney Che

Washington Delays on Leischmann Warship Report

Washington September 2 A dispatch says Leischmann’s report on the naval warships sailing to Beirut is not yet decided. The fate of Brooklyn and San Francisco in Turkish waters remains uncertain as the President weighs the Parley request for warships to deter American foes. Arrival of the squadron near Washington is anticipated as timing tightens. Emporia Kan September 2 three Young

Worhington Americas Beirut San Francinis Taraien Lelethman Leithmann Washington Turks

Coal trust to face Kansas legal action in Topeka fight

County Attorney Huntgate and Attorney General Coleman in a conference at the Statehouse weighed possible court action against a coal trust that has raised prices in Osage County and Topeka. They discussed funding and support to pursue legal proceedings, noting the high retail and mine prices and noting distrustful lack of firm talk from leaders.

Shawnee Huntegate Topeka Thee Trust Huntgate Coleman Statehouse Eda Hangan Hunt Mee i Karger Osage Tipetes Omhael Cire Topeles Mt. Carmel Coal Company Gus Johnwn Atlannes Ure Coal Trust Orage Enal Topeka ix Osage City Burlingame City Shaft

Old Soldier Appears Before High Court in Geary County

The Geary county old soldier law case reaches the supreme court with Thomas Dever as plaintiff. He sought the city attorney job in Junction City under veterans preference, was passed over, and sued to oust the appointee. Dever argues misinterpretation of the veterans law and improper priority when qualifications are inferior. The case questions mayoral authority and the rigidity of quo warrants. In Emporia, Kansas, rainfall and school wordings are noted, with a forecast of a 7.5 inch month total.

Geary County Supreme Court Thomas Dever Dever Tunction City Wld Wofflers Otier Inim Aristase

Insurgents Threaten Bridges as Government Plans Decisive Battle

Belgrade reports unconfirmed word that Adranopie and nearby forces face disruption as insurgents destroy major railroad bridges south of Demotika to sever links to Adrianople. Government officials vow swift action and a decisive engagement with Jankoff’s rebels while authorities crackdown on hostility among Muslims and expel hundreds from Daata Bay.

Belgrade Adrianopie Io Tages Constantinople Jankoff Demotyka Badengatch Kuleihao Jankutl Ficksis Museul Daata Bay Hupeia

Jealous husband fatally shoots rival then kills himself

New York report details Henry Townsend Edson 49 shooting John Pullen 33 at Edson residence on Ninety second Street and then killing himself. Witnesses say Edson demanded Pullen elope with his wife, Mrs. Edson, who had resisted. Coroner cites premeditation, citing letters in Edson’s possession and prior quarrel with his wife.

New York Henry ‘T. Edson SB West Ni Famiy Puleo Tend Avenue Sodhi-trne Mt Edson Juliette Henry Townsend Holeon Franklin Edson Cyn Edson Lotaen David Edson Henry Bs Eieon Thomas Henry ‘Townwen Evikon Rasen Hve Ninety-second Street Henry ‘T. Felnon Eaton Pullen Dr. Baron Wood Townsend Mrs. Pullen Mr. Pullen John Pulten Grand Central Mitten Shy Bir Pul- Wet Mre Congaen Roy Eden Puller

North Jersey Street Hallway Company Trial Prompts By-Law Probe

At the Newark trial of North Jersey Street Hallway Company officials a manslaughter verdict ruling arises from questions over bylaws. Prosecutors read selections concerning the duties of directors and officers, citing the street car firm's governance.

Ars Newark N. J North Jersey Street Chow

Battle Over State Tax Levy Sparks Resignation Threats

Kansas Bank Commissioner Albaugh challenges State Treasurer Kelly to a referee trial before the Kansas Supreme Court to settle who must resign over alleged overvaluations and a raised levy. The dispute centers on appropriations, warrants, and a disputed affidavit from State Auditor Wells.

Albaugh Treasure Kelly State Board of Equalization Mr. Kelly Supreme Court Kelly Supreme Judge Wells Welle Topeka Although Pease Fury Ajol Chasis Miss County Whco Kells State Auditor General Revenue Fund Stat Wlate Blate Topeks Kaunas Thestate Treasury Kansas Supreme Court

Married couple reconciles after accidental street encounter

Warren Kendall Fabed and his wife Josephine Brown, secretly married in Teavenworth months ago, met by chance on a street in Kanne City. They spoke a brief 1 minute conversation, renewed their love, and decided to live together again, planning a second honeymoon.

Kanne City Warren Kendall Josephine Brown Teavenworth Kan Anid Semaraierk

Auditors report dispute over state tax levy figures

State auditor findings cited by Mr Kelly challenge the board of equalization for a proposed 9.9 mill tax levy tied to a valuation increase of over 4 million dollars. The report questions appropriations by years, notes reappropriations and militia funds, and estimates the excess tax burden at about 304,607.97 dollars beyond needs.

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Burglar Fires on Erickson Family during Break-In

Early this morning a masked burglar tried to rob A. E. Erickson and choked Mrs Erickson as she slept in a Chestnut street home. The intruder fired a shot that missed, fled when confronted by husband, leaving the scene with incidentally damaged door jamb and a lamp, while neighbors heard the gunfire. Police have no solid clues and quarantine for scarlet fever may complicate the case.

Erickson Sorlokn Urenkér Brock Highth Mr. Erickson Mr. Erickeen Mr Brickwean Excape Smith A. B. Erickson Chestnut Street Health Department Erickson House Ageain Joedeh Erickean John Cooney Cheatnut Street Wit Burg Wate Anil & Binaldmount

Man kills burglar after confrontation at Baldwin’s park

Louis J. Upok reportedly killed one burglar and seriously wounded a second during an early confrontation at Baldwin’s park. Two other assailants were captured as deputy authorities pursued the alleged gang members amid a firefight. A resident, Charles Crowley, assisted in the aftermath.

Louis J. Upok Shem Tevin Baldwin's Parkner Charles Crowley Baldwir

Whitney Collides With Gunboat Scorpion On East River

New York September 2 reports the Metropolitan steamer Whitney bound for Boston collided with the gunboat Scorpion in the East River near the Brooklyn shore. The Scorpion struck Whitney on the starboard bow opening two holes. Whitney returned to the navy yard for pumping and repairs after disembarking passengers. Temperatures of large cities are listed for Chicago and other locales.

New York Metropolitan HLM Whitney Loeton Scorpion Brooklyn Toney Navy Yard

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