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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1903

Page

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Jointists Free After Court Ruling On Evidence Rules

Judge Hazen follows Supreme Court in restricting testimony except evidence tied to the warrant and what officers found. Prosecution allowed limited testimony on discovery while excluding broader statements about joint wine and place. City Attorney Spencer criticizes rulings as misapplied while jury returns a verdict in the case of Lars Stevens, colored, charged with selling liquor.

Alleies Spencer Fletrict Mpremne Siprense Huser Supreme Court Lars Stevens Uewer Minitaking Mulanewt East Firet Stron Jidare Hasen Anne Libeeti¢E Hexen Judes Hames Rliy Weiner Newport Tee Tillie Inet Tay Supreme Cour Muprense Anak Eal sinaLnet Spierney Moor

Earthquake Shocks City Prompting Treaty Talks

Residents report yesterday afternoon seismic movement accompanied by heavy rumbling. The tremor appeared to travel from the crash to the north and lasted several moments, unsettling locals as officials await developments on the Panums faan situation and treaty status at midnight.

Alindisary

Weather Forecast For Katinas Region Today

General warm conditions prevail with sun and cloud patches. A cooler shift is expected by Wednesday with a northwest breeze along the coast. Temperatures ranged from mid forties to mid sixties across districts with light south winds around midday.

Eee Katinas Dant Gut Gees Chaat Bulte Kareemis Miscourt Concentia Manhattan Toon Welock Miles Ean

Gibbons Returns Amid New York Greeting

Cardinal Gibbons arrived in New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Groze, greeted by a Baltimore priestly delegation led by Rev. Dr. J B Stafford, Rev. A Singleton, and A Tibbetts. He will stay in Brooklyn then proceed to Hoboken and Brooklyn, praising Pope Pius X and downplaying any anticipated changes in American church administration. The cardinal described a strong American reception and discussed Vatican plans for the St Louis exposition.

New York Gib- Hote Kaiser Wilhelm der Grozee Baltimore DB. J. Stafford Washington A. Singleton A. Tibbete Battimmore Catholic Benevolent Legion Mrafirby Brooklyn Tibbett Welcnome Hoboken Gibbonn Frooklyn Pius X Pius Mev Merry Dl St Louis Vatican Loulriana Purchase Continent

Madison Too Shrewd Hantings Neb Sept 22

The search for Thomas Madison the alleged Kansas slayer has been abandoned by posses from Nebraska and Kansas. Sheriffs in the two states are said to be still engaged but their whereabouts are unknown. A former farmer claimed to have seen Madison in the Shickley area Monday afternoon. He was in a corn field and rode away on a horse, one of two stolen last Friday.

Hantings Thomas Madison Kansas Nebraska Kanakas Ter Seth County Kanans Nord Harris Madison Marina

Dr Cornwell Preliminary Hearing Over Bad Check Case

The preliminary hearing in Emporis Sept 22 heard Dr Cornwell charged with beating M Wilkite out of 165 via a bogus check. The defense claims the check was given in good faith by another person and not forged, with questions about Dr Cornwell’s identity.

Cornwell Emporis Kes M. Wilkite Mr. Withite Dr. Cornell

Constitutional amendment mess disrupts state printer recall

A lengthy legislative dispute centers on a state printer amendment and a disputed resolution record. Questions arise over the Senate and House journals, with officials uncertain if the measure was properly published in the statute book. If not published, the amendment could fail or trigger court action to compel publication, potentially leaving Clark as state printer until 1907.

C. Clemens George A. Clark Clemens Bnex Clark Gntit Iwi Senate Menute Kennedy W. P. Blaxon House Maxon House Journal Courtenay Cyrus Leland Tceurret Secretary of State Holt Burrow Meindamustim Supreme Court Hue E. W. Hoch Hoch Chirk

Kennedy pushes resolution on state printer and bank plans

Senator Kennedy recalls drafting the resolution with secretive input from Tom Wiseman and notes that it passed after a House-committee move by Sam Hale. He worries journal errors may bury the outcome, hints at a new Farmers National Bank in Burlington with unspecified capitalization.

JA. Kennedy Tom Wiseman Senate Wiseman Corse Clark Leland Batley Albaugh Hanna Sam Hale Senate Journal Kennedy Burlington Farmers’ National Bank

Leach Elected Manager at Washburn Football Meet

Washburn College elected Prank Leach as manager at the athletic board meeting on Monday night. Summer Pretey was a nominee but withdrew. Leach’s experience and school ties are cited as key for guiding the season. Washburn plans a Finanrially acceptable schedule with veterans returning and several new players. Coach Kennedy has left for the Bee after the recent team issues, and the first game is set for Topeka against Fort Riley soldiers.

Leach Washburn College Eal Prank Leach Athletic Board Bay Wandburn Washburn Lmst Kennedy HB. Ward Republic Fort Tiley Comtestian Cloud County

Wilson Named to Fill Wichita Eighteenth District Vacancy

Governor Bulley appointed C. Wilton, present probate judge, to the Wichita Eighteenth District seat. The appointee will serve by appointment until the November 1924 election when a judicial contest will be held. The bid included T. C. Wilson and John W Adams as leading contenders with support from Murdock, the Wichita bar, and Kane Colorado investigators mentioned among others.

Bulley Weles Sedgwick C. Wilton Wilson Jude Emade Bailey Weil Bae Meir Stecescore Sedgewick T. C. Wihwn Adams

Prediction of a split over Union No. 2 at iron workers meet

Katmas City report notes Barssel Parks predicts a split if credentials committee does not recognize Union No. 2 of New York. He vows to walk out with supporters and return to New York to resume a local 5,000 member unit. President Buchanan’s re election bid hinges on the committee’s action.

Katmas City Parks International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers Union No New York City Buchanan Mr. Parks New York Hhis Pasks

Ottawa Libel Suit in Franklin County Court

The Ottawa libel case against BJ Sheridan editor of the Paola Spirit was continued due to witness absence. State witnesses Dr Vincent and editor Greanson testified. defense argued the disputed Paola Spirit editorial accusing H J Allen of pork contracts. Trial adjourned after closing defense, with arguments to resume next day.

Ottawa Kan BJ. Sheridan Paola Spirit Tor Pearing FR. Vincent Vincent Hr. Allen Wean Paola Judas Smart Kelly State Board of Charities Allen WD. Greanon Oneainmt Republican

Congressman Barthaldt Seeks Peace Conference Support

Congressman Richard Barthaldt of St. Pauls arrives aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm Gergrome after a trip to Farape for the international peace conference at Vleet. He urges President Regan Volt to appoint a commission to invite the United States to host the conference next year, noting the peace delegates are willing to travel without government expense guarantees and prefer individual funding for the event.

Barthaldt New York Richard Barthaldt St. Pauls Farape Vleet Regan Volt Kreme United Staten Peace Congress Americs Witout

Kohl Case Remains Defensible Despite Lost Papers

The district court will hear Charles Kohl's liquor charge appeal after original case papers were lost. City Attorney Spencer plans substitute copies from the police files and a final contest will determine if the case can proceed using documents other than the originals.

Charles Kohl District Court Spencer Termine

Wife at 11 Years in Leavenworth Divorce Plea

Rosella Gaines a 12 year old girl in Leavenworth asks the district court to divorce Francis Gaines a man nearly 60. Petition filed by Lydia Leseuarcian and Rosella’s mother cites cruelty and support neglect. The couple wed February 1900 and Rosella accuses Gaines of striking and cursing his child wife amid an eight dollar monthly pension from the government.

Rosella Gaines Francs Gaines Lydia Leseuarcian Linda Francis Gainea Zanes Draissa Leavenworth Gaines

Weather forecast notes rain risk amid scattered indications

Weather report from Chicago notes kan sas forecast with fair conditions tonight and Wednesday. Cooler Wednesday in northeast regions with southwest winds. Rain or storm potential is hinted toward Friday into the weekend as patterns shift, with some uncertainty remaining about the exact timing.

Smith Chicago Kansas Fair Preston

Lyon Money Lost And Stepson Sought In mystery

J H Lyon of 209 Lawrence street reports his stepson Aaron Stone left home last night wearing at dark after taking a sum of 1400 dollars. The abenting stepson remains missing and no trace has been found. The motive and whereabouts are unknown as the search continues.

J. E. Lyon J. H. Lyon Lawrence Street Ay Andannes Acers Aaron Stone Mr. Lyon Butte

Test Ride of 3,000 Miles by Trooper Davis

Trooper Davis completed a 3000 mile ride in thirty nine days setting a stamina record. He led at the start to secure mounts and reported his arrival from the Hudson to West Point then on to his final destination. He weighed 137 pounds at start, 166 pounds after, and fatigue marked the feat as a testing ride proposed by General Young the new chief of staff.

Davis Hudson New York Ferry Acrose Weat Point Bay Pytas General Young Statt

Ward to resign Colby land office post for Union Pacific sales

Information from Sharon Springs says W. E. Ward of Hays will resign as receiver of the land office at Colby to join Union Pacific lands sales in western Kansas. Possible successor BR. M. McGonigal, currently Colby postmaster, awaits Congressional consent from Rep. Reeder. The land boom in western Kansas and wheat crop prospects drive the changes. Ward has supported Burton. McGonigal’s postmaster vacancy and Colby politics loom as candidates vie for key western Kansas offices.

Hays City Kan Sharon Springs W. £. Ward Iend Colby Union Pacific Lands Kansas BR. M. McGonigal Reeder McGonigal Ward United States Land Office Union Pacific Company Si Ie Burton Congressman Reeder Land Office Colby Post Office

Nation Transfers Property to Aid Drunkards' Families in Kansas

Mrs. Carrin Nation deeded valuable property in Kansas City Kansas to the Associated Charities of Wyandotte County to fund a home for destitute wives mothers and children of drunkards. She stated she will appear as Defender of Homes and advocate total abstinence. The transfer includes a bullring and about two acres of land and is witnessed by multiple trustees and officials.

Nation New York Carrin Naton Kansas Mra Myramad Watermain Chtizens? Stile Bank of Kansas City Kan

Rock Island Deal for New Depot Site Endorsed

In Rock Island a land parcel on Second Street between Rialto and Van Buren was bought for a new depot project. The block runs along Fourth and Colling streets with frontage around 20 feet on each side, and the city plans to develop the area into a contiguous block as part of the transport expansion.

Louis Collie Street Riadie Street Faveni Carr Batend Colling Rock Island

Nearing a Fork in Education Policy Statement

Secretary Mason of the National Association outlines concerns and positions on current education policy. He emphasizes funding, curriculum standards, and federal role while urging collaboration among schools, lawmakers, and communities to address ongoing reform challenges.

Mason National Association

Grocers Discuss Prices and Cooperation in Topeka

About sixty to seventy Topeka grocers heard Mr. Mason urge price cooperation and peaceful settlement of disputes. He advocated forming friendly associations to control price marking and reduce bankruptcies, and planned to visit Governor Bailey to discuss the garnishment bill veto.

Topekin Council Chamber Mason Topeka Kansas Baley Onder Mirsey Busineses Dbusinean Ernor Bailey Sas

Charge of Embezzlement Scheme Linked to West Show

Nevada court charges allege embezzlement tied to the Wid West show involving Frank James and Cole Younger. The case references a pardon, a financial scheme linked to the entertainment venture, and prior actions stemming from a separate legal matter against Younger.

Nevada Tande Agalum Cole Younger Bandit Wid West Frank James Younger Eee Tafe Nantes Sarere Piomer Thad ShArRe

Emigration Drift Aims to Restore Irish Home Move

OCallahan writes to Condsun from the United Irianly America about evicted tenants seeking to reclaim former homes. He believes a shift in emigration policy could turn the tide back toward Ireland, as anxious inquiries mount among Irish emigrants. Se nee Cluies.

London Ocallahan America Condsn M. Potint United States O'Callahan Ireland

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mr. Spencer Aazen Sant Beaupre Hertan Gibbons Ttis William Murdock Clifton Washington County J.C. Morrow August Jaedeke, Sr Hanover Cloud Ns Republic Doyie J Prinee Ward I Belleride Sennedy Did Parka Credentials Committee Allen-Sheridan Maraial James Bolinr Reas Ier Wright Ngacabal MR. Ward Colby Land Office Union Pacific Railroad W. Ward Wallace County Nlind Offer New Long McGorigal Iestler Diane Coty Cy Anderson Cotgrrasman Reed Head Heal Estate St. Louis Meturn Teglege Cluies
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