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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1903
Page
1
Thousands enter the Thursday racing program at the fair grounds. Red Bird shows speed, with Lite Pacer threatening a track record as George S. Keteham defeats Raw don Huudils. The card includes multiple heats and a crowded stands with bets up to substantial sums, promising a record night if favorable conditions hold.
Partial readable text suggests a disturbance at Comal with 200 houses burned. Officials from Cowet in Merlot report deaths and arrests amid inflammatory claims blaming Jews. Messenger states authorities kept the peace while tensions rise after provocation at local taverns.
El Paso and Heise led the opening ballot fight as northwestern and southwestern factions clashed for the 194 congress seat. Delegates debated land laws, forest policy, and irrigation plans while officers were elected and major and minority reports on desert land measures were presented for action.
The colonial secretary tendered resignation is accepted and Chamberlain leaves office. Two other cabinet members also resign.
Dramatic announcement of Joseph Chamberlain's resignation as colonial secretary shocks readers across the United Kingdom. Newspapers report cabinet reshuffling, speculation on Balfour's plan, and ongoing campaign strategies, with British public and Liberal papers debating the political impact and future of Free Trade.
General George Roa and Husine Guiterrex, long prominent in Colombia, arrive from Hogots amid fever over the penal treaty. Roa held subsecretary of war, Guiterrencie a former Bogota governor. Five presidential candidates mentioned including Rafael Reyes and others. If the treaty fails, Panama’s department may seize power, while Giniterrre predicts patriots will heed the majority vote. Big Ottawa Fair crowds in Kansas report fairgrounds packed and racing results noted.
President Tineeevit's party lands at Oyster Bay aboard the cavalacyle from New York after a rapid journey. They board the Kerth at Jersey Cay and proceed to the club for a reception. Rev. Chas. M. Sheldon and Central Congregational Church invite Washburn students to Mochas evening reception, marking an annual event.
Pltawa Kansas Sept 1 The jury found Inman guilty of first degree murder in the killing of his cousin Khe G. Jackson on February 1 after a brief jury deliberation. The trial, held after a prior conviction was set aside, reflected a case tied to a robbery motive and a long appeal history. Temperatures for large cities are listed as context.
Officials announce that the Second Desctigial bank of Heilaville Pa will pay 5 percent interest on certain accounts to attract deposits amid unusual money demand. The move aims to bolster trust and manage liquidity as the region faces potential economic strain from the rebellion.
Paris reports an unconfirmed rumor that King Peter of Servia was assassinated. The foreign office says no official notification. Belgrade rumors tie the scare to political shifts and a royal purge, while London views the Paris claim as a market canard with Servian bonds slipping slightly on early chatter.
The Philadelphia bound barge Bear Hidge ran aground near the Delaware Breakwater at 2 am and caught fire in the inner engine room. Water was pumped aboard, damage to the barge is unclear but not yet ruled total loss. The lighthouse keeper reports heavy damage to the harbor of refuge house and seawater flooding. A schooner at Rehoboth with damaged topsail is noted in maritime reports.
James FL Grima, acting administrator, reports $4,000 in donations from New Orleans and ongoing contributions for Washburn College. Enrollment in the fine arts includes about forty piano students, thirty to forty violins, and eight cellos, with anticipated growth. A reception at Washburn follows the observatory dedication, with further events this week at the Central Congregational Church and Shawnee County Bar association rooms.
Edwin W. Christie was found guilty of murder and hanged himself in his cell with a rope from a swinging cot. He had previously killed D K Pierce in June while driving to his barn in Belleplaine. Christie reportedly vowed not to be taken to the penitentiary and was buried in a potter's field. Henry Gruber faced a disturbing the peace charge, was fined $25 then $3 on appeal, and argued to the judge that he would appeal. The proceedings raised questions about the appropriateness of the fines and potential higher penalties.
London reports from Belgrade allege Turkish atrocities are greater than feared. Kastoria is said to be burning with about 1000 dead as Bulgarians Greeks and Turks are described among the slain. Other dispatches describe Turkish bands slaughtering and torturing refugees, with insistent calls for European intervention.
Shawnee County commissioners oppose a proposed ordinance granting the Topeka Street Railway Company a two year right of way for tracks over the Kan Mat Avenue bridge. They warn track operation would damage the bridge and seek legal means to block any railroad crossing. Signed by RAIN, SH, HAYNES, and HARRISON.
Drifters drilling a gas well at Biton Kan struck an artesian flow of salt water at 495 feet. The water is crystal clear and abundant, with a strong flow. The report notes disruption to ground operations amid the car famine, hindering equipment handling and piling.
A warm day with generally fair skies and rising temperatures across Kansas and southwestern Missouri. Readings ranged from 33 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in local towns. winds from the southwest at about 12 mph by 2 PM.
Parsons Kansas reports Peter Foley received a broken arm after a failed attempt to clean up at the Owl restaurant. Manager M A Luby was arrested on $100 bond as the melee involved Foley, Wilson, and others, with Luby defending himself and Foley facing possible charges if found liable.
A dispatch from Atlantic City reports the Red Dragon wrecked with probable loss of all aboard. The vessel sailed Tuesday from Atlantic City for a fishing cruise carrying Cynthia J. Clare John Bwana his wife and children Sinbad Darcie and John Adair. The bodies of Captain Clark and another believed to be Ducate washed ashore. others presumed drowned.
Mrs Westin Johnson, widow of an engineer killed at Catteyville, sues the railroad for 10000 in district court. The suit claims Jokinen failed to control the engine during repairs, a car string detached, condemning brakemen, and caused the fatal crash. The railroad company appeals in the supreme court after a 2009 judgment for 3209 in Anderson County.
Telephoned briefing from James Bleem of Valley Patie Jefferron eOholy reports new cattle disease spreading among the capital city’s livestock. Gov Malley notified state experts to investigate, Lipton Is Batten of the Chicago station aiding, with a health bulletin noting fever and distress in affected cattle and a patient showing fluctuant temperature for six hours.
Reports from Illinois, Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas say heavy frost last night damaged corn and vegetation but crops largely escaped. Temperatures ranged from the upper 30s to mid 40s with frost at Manhattan and Concordia Kansas, Omaha mild, Chicago and Minnesota noting frost or near freezing conditions.
Lawrence Kansas September 15 second day of Kansas state reunion of the G A R. Camp Lincoln hosts breakfast as arrivals continue amid campfires. Mrs Evelyn Bradford state president presides. John Black national commander and Corporal Tanner address veterans praising Womans Relief Corps work. Lincoln memories and university visit noted. Forecast for Kansas fair tonight and tomorrow.
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