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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1903
Page
8
Bach’s Military Band from Lawrence performs a law court era style concert directed by Bach. The program features classical marches and patriotic pieces as locals gather for a midweek recital highlighting regional musical talent.
H C Hoediger acts as master of ceremonies as Topeka Turners stage a grand athletic and vaudeville program. Delegations from Marysville Lawrence Leavenworth Fort Scott Valley Falls Summerfield and Wichita attend a day of field and club events with exhibitions by Marysville’s young ladies Capped by a concert and a mock prize fight the show showcases fencing jumping and Indian club swinging with judges named L Von Lauren G Hoerath Sam Wouter and George Krause.
A special Burlington train carrying Northern Securities president J J Hill and officials was wrecked near Alma after a heavy rainstorm. The engine and two coaches damaged, no serious injuries among officials, though Breckenridge and Purdy had past wrecks. Widespread washouts affect nearby rail lines as trains move into the city.
New York dispatch reports police jailing a so called Italian Young Men's Christian Association from Stamford Conn. They discovered a back room saloon run by an Italian preacher once noted for switching his followers from Baptist to Congregational church over immersion.
The Farmers Co operative of Mullinsville Kansas filed a claim with the state board of railroad commissioners against the Rock Island for 1224 damages. The association says the railroad has failed to furnish grain cars despite frequent requests, forcing them to pile grain on the ground.
Tony Biller was fatally injured when Italian workers hurled empty beer barrels from a cliff above a cam below Trafford City. He died last night after the assault by the group, with no arrests reported at the time.
In Cripple Creek Colorado on September 14 former Attorney General Engiey petitioned for habeas corpus for leaders Charles Campbell Charles H McKinney Sherman Parker and James Lefferty held in the guard house after weekend arrests by military authorities Martial law has not been declared yet but civil processes are not recognized by the military Adjutant General Bell signals further arrests of Western Federation of Miners leaders until the strike ends Engiey threatens to prosecute Bell Chase and mine owners association for criminal conspiracy and to sue for damages for false imprisonment Miners Union No 40 president G Kennison returned from Colorado Springs claiming the trip was for business purposes
Mississippi Senator A J McLaurin endorses W R Hearst for the Democratic presidential nominee saying he would make a splendid race if his name is presented to voters He also predicts the party platform will need revision and urges a strong anti and platform plank in the national campaign A jury in Jackson Ky returns to court in the Carth Jett assassination case after a defense motion for continuance is denied and the case is adjourned to 1 30 PM for affidavits and a possible change of venue.
Umbrellas of value at fair week price one dollar for ladies 21 to 26 inch models. Includes union serge covers steel rods and a wide assortment of handles. Special price to view line before purchasing in Topeka with best selection yet seen.
Half of 220 mines patent leather shoes are offered at one dollar each. Shop-worn but still good quality with sizes 11 to 2 and all widths. A compact bargain alert for fair week shoppers.
Black fabrics including Roxannas Finnettis Maxillas Ponderettas Shudas Kerseys Cheviate Venetians Crieptes Iris Mignonette Granites Beavers Pebble Cloth Volle Rourette Zibatine Broad Cloth announced as fair week specials. Shrunk sponged Cheviot 45 and 41 inch, Zibeline and Granite yard prices listed plus Jacar $1.00 goods and Priestley black fabric Japan 44 inch yard $1.00.
The 1903 maps by the Kansas Railroad Commission show the Orient line from Wichita to Waldron and a planned Wichita to Kansas City route. Fifty-two Kansas post offices have been wiped since the last map. Numerous town and county name changes and abandonments are noted, including new towns and renamed or removed locales across Mineral, Barber, Green, Dickinson, Douglas, Bond, Ellis, Jewell, Reno, McPherson, Harvey, Osage, Pottawatomie, Rawlins, Russell, Sherman, Smith, and other counties.
Charles Pfister of Maysville Kentucky longtime abolitionist and friend of Cassius M Clay and John Fremont died at his son Walter B Pfister’s home aged 84. A lumber merchant for 30 years he was the only Maysville man to vote Fremont for president in 1864 and one of six to vote Lincoln in 1860. He built Fort Pull along the Ohio River for the Union Army and never took pay, later hosting General Claypoke in a meeting while delivering a speech.
Four hurt as an open switch caused a collision on the Chicago and Northwestern at Des Plaines. The westbound passenger train crashed into the rear of a freight on a siding, injuring several passengers including Ayurett and Henry Wakefield of Chicago.
Providence Sept 14 The Socialist party has started its campaign by nominating officers for governor James T Furlong lieutenant governor Henry Alle secretary James B Alle attorney general Albert D Holmes general treasurer Abraham P Workman All candidates reside in this city Also mentions Union Pacts Railroad office at 625 Kansas avenue and lodging complaints about rooms and rent conditions.
The White Goods Department advertises bargains on mercerized white waistings and embroideries, listing prices for various fabrics such as Persian Lawn and Perdan Lawn, plus new fall white waistings on display. Remnants totaling about 300 items are offered at discounted week prices, with party and wedding items promoted.
A Times dispatch from Copenhagen notes a solemn Jubilee year for the Danish royal family. King Christian will reach forty years on November 15 and fifty years since he was named heir. Crown Prince George of Greece marks forty years of reign this year. Queen Alexandra observes forty years since her wedding. The Duchess of Cumberland turns eighty five September 24 and plans a silver wedding in December. King Christian remains active and rides daily.
A fragment described as carved wood from a tree limb, sent by J. E.eceema through the Kaw river flood, is offered by a society. The piece features a carved human figure and an evident natural eddy pattern. Prices and details mention a 50 cent item and Dean's Ointment in a related note.
The steamship New Orleans from Baltimore arrived in Savannah today after going aground near Hunters Island about 40 miles north of Beaufort. All 20 passengers aboard are reported well.
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