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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1903
Page
1
Visitors arrive as the State Fair opens Monday at Topeka with livestock shows and exhibits. Organizers cite strong attendance expectations, with Meath and Samson praising live stock competition and the agricultural displays from the State Agricultural College, Breeders Associations, and county fairs.
Dr Charles Lowry secretary of the city board of health is dispatched to investigate a report of diphtheria cases in the city. He seeks detailed physician reports and personal inquiries to determine the true number and location of cases and to identify causes for the outbreak. The effort aims to end underreporting and prevent further spread through proper care and notification.
Report of a chaotic awards event with multiple prize categories. Names include Bauer Lanvenwirih, Harvey of Council Grove, Pearson of Ellis, Wray of Grant, and Devore of Winthind. Prizes span gold and silver medals and diamond sets among various towns and individuals.
Sept 1 report notes no official government instruction yet but local authorities plan inspections at entry points to prevent bubonic plague. Joiner Victor Murdock mentioned in city notes as involved in lodge activities. Confusing fragments reference Wichita Kansas and Congress.
Governor Riley signals a shift toward indeterminate sentencing with parole oversight by the penitentiary board and warden. He notes few or no paroles may be issued, and details the conditions for parole, revocation, and the role of the board, in a lengthy statement on reform and public safety. A letter from Marion Asbell is discussed as part of the parole debate and ongoing criminal cases.
In Clay Center Kansas on Pride night, four men including Dad Stevens J W Houserman and Night Watchman Bunt were shot and beaten by two armed bandits who demanded surrender. The attackers fled after taking revolvers. Hehrinds was shot through the head and is in serious condition. A home burglary occurred nearby but produced no stolen valuables. Victims could not identify the assailants due to darkness.
A weather summary notes a cold wave approaching from the northwest, with rain measured in several towns. Temperatures varied across the state with highs around 90s and lows in the 40s, and winds from the south at noon.
Weather forecaster Sasith promises varied May conditions for a forthcoming fair week. He predicts showers early next week, then generally fair but cool and cloudy late in the week with a possible shift around the autumnal equinox.
Cusches Thomas Doran of the Colorado Springs Wheatete league ball club was sold by President Thomas F. Burns to Manager Hd. Kilinen of the Howton National League. Doran will finish the season with Colorado Springs.
The article surveys First and Second District races in Kansas. It notes H J Allen of Franklin County gaining strength, possible nomination shifts from Bowersock, and county-by-county dynamics including Linn Bourbon Anderson Miami Johnson Wyandotte and Franklin. It mentions Funston and Scott influence, plus local paper prophecies and party machine dynamics.
Washington reports Russia asked China for a several months postponement of Manchuria evacuation beyond October 8. Secretary Hay and the State Department weigh the appeal while noting Russia’s possible breach of a pledge to the China United States alignment. The matter is referred to Secretary of War for consideration at the summer home in New Hampshire.
Washington Sept 12 weather bureau issues storm bulletin from Hurricane Center near southern Florida. Dangerous for vessels to sail near gulf ports. Also reporting eight inches of snow at Fed Lodge Montana with heavy snowstorm blanketing southern area. Grain damage and standing crop losses noted.
Forecast for Kam ity predicts cloudy conditions on Sunday with a brisk southerly wind. A cooler air mass moves in from the south with breezy, unsettled conditions expected through the day.
Salonica correspondent reports Turkey appears to have devastated Christian populations as insurrection is suppressed. Paris decisions include sending cruiser La Touche Treville with others to Turkish waters, rendezvousing near Syria, with Admiral Jaureguill ready to reinforce if needed. Washington bulletins note Nazim Pasha named acting Beirut governor. 60,000 alleged Bulgarians slaughtered near Monastir. fleet mobilization planned for Salonica region.
The A. M. E. conference convenes at St. John A. M. E. church at Seventh and Topeka Avenue starting Wednesday September 1. Rev. De Fleee and Rev. C. T. ing bla may preside. A public reception and daily sessions feature addresses by citizens with music by Topeka talent. Over eight thousand dollars have been raised for the church this year.
The Southwestern Soldiers' Reunion association concluded its eighteenth reunion in Arkansas City Kansas with large crowds. Principal speakers were Cr Beckman and W J Cunningham. Local coverage notes international steel talks in London and Kaw River flooding in Lawrence Kansas with rising and unsettled conditions.
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