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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1903

Page

2

Independent Packers Plot Shown in Early Plan Taft Era

A Kansas City article describes a proposed Independent Packers organization in which stock will be issued, a board to control decisions, and a plan to keep control from a central trust. The scheme includes former stock promoters and talks of plants in Pueblo and Texas, with operations aimed for the next year.

Kansae Cly Minkana Ehiw City Rum Gomrypabe Fodapandver Packing Company Sper Nara Cena Capital Hwo Crio Tima F. Martin Zonal Livestock Advociation Fiyt Tr. & Packing Company Kansas City

Hanback Reinstated as Pension Examiner in Washington

Captain Charles Hanback, once banished from his $1,400 yearly post as expert pension examiner in Washington, D. C., was reinstated after a prolonged three year struggle led by PH Conwy. The case, tied to the pension duties and a restitution push, involved the Hanback family and political figures connected to the Sithuannan district and Hewanva Kansas.

Charles Marnack Washington, D. C Torinavitur ATL Alte PH Conwy Paptain Handack Tin Lewitt Hanback Qeho Sithuannan Congress A. Tt Atillen Kansas Ite Washington

Surplus Boost Report Shows War Expenditures and Revenue Change

A Washington report outlines August 1 to August period figures with higher revenue and altered war department expenditures. It notes an internal revenue rise to support military costs, a decline in certain war expenditures, and coinage outputs including Philippine and Venezuelan pieces, with specific totals and adjustments.

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Clair Um Bee plant to closedown for weeks amid attacks

The Clair Um Bee plant will close for several weeks due to ongoing disruptions. About 1,000 workers have been affected as the works face orders and operational interruptions linked to prior attacks. Crusside Steel ownership and United States River murpe Helbein report ongoing strain.

Pittemire the Works Dejan Crusside Steel Wmpany United States River Murpe

May Goelet Engagement to Duke of Roxsturehy

Miss May Goelet of Tamulon announces engagement to the Duke of Roxsturehy at Newport. The Duke of Foxburgte now hosts Are Ouden Goelet, mother of Mik May Goes, Tet. Doane Ointment cures advertised. Available at any drug store.

May Goelet Tamulon Anmiunerd Mies

Banquet Room, Meetings and Local Happenings

A rough digest of Topeka items shows the new banquet room at Maxon quarters nearing completion and the regular meeting night for the cool board set for Monday. Germain heads the Santa Fe detectives in Kansas City, and various society, church, and school notices appear alongside travel and local business notes.

Maxon Lo Mondas Germain Santa Fe Kansas City Shawne Horticultural Society A. L. Broake Bert Kennedy Washburn Laura E.i Thorpe Holtor Campbell University A . RM. Stuggies Lake of Topeka Oklahoma Ed W. Brown Bradbury Ina Grand Crawford Grace Hayward Company Adool Reformed Presbyterian Church J. McGhw Mt. Clark Ned Crawford Management Johnny Cofies Dudge Hosen Hax Gram Chris Roof Dazuige Roof Judement F. le Whitaker State Journal Wasaturn College Kansas Auburn New York Merniie Topeka Social Settlement Fourth and Jackson Streets June Chapman Vinewood Park Thourwiny Thorpe Tie Enten Poles Stellen Ubin iKim Bat Plans Company

Chilean Ministry Forms Under Richards Matteperes

A new Chilean ministry is formed headed by Richards Matteperes, continuing the same position in a revised cabinet. The transition preserves the ministry’s core duties and leadership structure as the late administration’s framework is maintained.

Richards Matteperes

Bryan Opens It at Versailles Demos Hear Big Rally

Versailles Ohio September 2 The Ohio Democratic state campaign opened with a large meeting. Excursion trains brought thousands from surrounding areas. Main speakers were W J Bryan Tom L Johnson mayor of Cleveland and John H Clarke candidate for U S senator to succeed Hanns Bryan praised the party ticket and predicted victory.

Versailles W. J. Bryan Tom L. Johnson Cleveland John H. Clarke United States Hanns Bryan Jy Clarke

Certificate rule for Joint District teachers clarified

The attorney general’s opinion holds that a teacher in a joint district must hold a certificate from the county containing the larger part of the district. Previously teachers from any county with district territory could teach there. A new law lets any county teacher have approval in an adjacent county for one dollar without another exam, changing the longstanding status and adding a one dollar fee.

Attorney General's Department

Women Eligible to Vote on Water Bonds Question

Fort Scott considers a proposition to issue 20000 water works bonds under a special act. An inquiry to the attorney general asks if women may vote on the proposition. Assistant Attorney General Dawson says since the new city charter grants equal rights, women may vote on propositions and officers of the first class, with limited exceptions for city offices.

Fort Scott Attorney Generals Office Dawson Dewars

Lawrence Flood Victims Busy and Mary Lang Tragedy

Lawrence Kansas residents discuss river endowment protections and funding for flood barriers while Mary Lang, once wealthy, dies by suicide after losing fortune and support from those she aided. A Cincinnati incident reports a five story fire at 204 Walnut Street caused $145,000 in losses from spontaneous combustion with chemical explosions and minor injuries.

Lawrence Kansas Muir Carty Nix New York Mary Lang Brooklyn Willamsburg Tincininth Ohio Walnut Street J. C. Mer Cullough Gerd Company Seibert & Co

Real Estate Transfers and railroad interest noted

Real estate transfers filed include M Ward to HB Exeantie for 33500 with 260 Polk Street, Gitman to same for 2800, and multiple parcels in various additions. Other transfers list North to Os Raley for 570, P Bates et al to Eld Boon for 200, and further deeds in Filmore, Topeka, and Park's addition. An article on passenger transportation notes praise for US rail travel with eight daily NYC-Chicago trains and the 20 hour westbound Twentieth Century Limited.

Tila M Ward Polk Street Gitman Same P. Bates Boon Cedar St. Bites Te Nailey HewTns Ea LM Durand Bt Higgins Sumaon United States Edwin A. Pratt London Times Grand Central Hiss New York Central New York Chicago Ementiech Corkure Limited Paseen

Kansas Schoolteachers Fight Marriage Ban in School Boards

A Kansas school board contract allegedly barred marriage for a teacher. The Washington Post reprints a fierce editorial defending teachers right to marry, calling school board restrictions an assault on liberty. The piece cites leaders, thinkers, and historic figures to argue for personal freedom in education.

Kansas Mies Washington Kannassoi John Brown Jerry Simzaan Maes Ilen Leaso Petter Freddy Kinstan Eugene Ware Carrie Nation Sra Bud Tor Arurnlaes Mn Erantere

May Ship in Brick James Ramsey to Supply Kansas City

James Ramsey of Reims ey Romery plans a large shipment to Kansas City paving projects. He has secured a tentative deal for a tri consign ment of high grade bricks from Kansas City to challenge the paving cartel. Ramsey toured Kansas City, brought back samples, and found the top course brick acceptable but lower course brick unsatisfactory, facing standard strength checks imposed by the city engineer.

James Ramsey Kansas City Janes Ramsey Reimsey & Romery Wee Kannan Mts Hansey Wee Karase City Kanes City Lawrence

Harvest Home Festival Begins With West Virginia Picnic

Reading Kansas announces its first annual Harvest Home festival to be held September 12 in the P Reed grove two miles north of Reading. Governor Bailey Congressman J M Miller Judge Hutchinson and other speakers will address the gathering at the event.

Reading Kas West Virginia P. Reed Grove Bailey J. M. Miller

Mob Seizes Jail Stop Orders Griffin in Carmi Safekeeping

A mob of masked men demanded custody of Joan Griffin from Jailer Galloway after an attempted assault on Mrs. Joseph Hobbs. Griffin fled after a scream, was later arrested, and the mob's assault on the jail doors failed. Tension rose as many colored residents sided with Griffin, some fleeing to avoid a race riot, while authorities planned moving Griffin to Carmi for safekeeping.

Shawneetows Dailer Galloway Joan Griin Joseph Hobbs Griffin Galloway Carmi

Debt Decreases in Government Monthly Statement

The government reports a cash balance in the treasury at month end August 3 totaling 1 3S, reflecting a decrease for the month. The report outlines interest, debt levels, and certificates in treasury standing, with cash on hand earmarked for redemptions and a reserve fund balance noted.

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Dr James Leonard Corning Dies in Munich

New York reports the death of Rev. Dr. James Leonard Corning a famed pulpit orator historian and diplomat who collapsed in Munich. The dispatch arriving here confirms his passing.

Corning New York James “Leonard Corning Diplois Munich

Revered Minister and Historian Dies at 72

Corning aged 72, long a minister and noted art historian, lectured domestically and abroad. Former American consul at Munster, intimate of Lincoln era figures, and friend to Ward Beecher and Grant. The article previews dramatic events and theater offerings, including Rudolph the Cripple and The Village Parton, with details on performances, pricing, and new productions at the New Crawford.

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