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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1903
Page
5
The article reports a chaotic mix of political satire and economic talk from a 1900s era publication. It references Congress events, tariff debates, and the influence of national campaigns on markets. It mentions Beveridge denial, Purama treaty notes, and economic forecasts tied to harvests and manufacturing.
Governor Bailey confirms plans to run again, a move seen as standard party practice despite some calls for renomination. The piece portrays Bailey as a steady, conservative leader who values rest after two terms and acknowledges the scrutiny of his role as Kansas’ chief executive.
The Harmony Movement argues Republicans seek peace but resist giving up political prestige. Leaders demand recognition in readjustments of party control and insist harmony requires endorsement by key figures like Mulvane, Curt, Athaugh, or Leland. The piece warns machine discrediting will persist until executives intervene for a lasting though brief unity.
A Tarnished county commission debates ways to bypass the coal trust to aid impoverished families this winter. They note wood shortages and rising fuel costs. They ponder if using firewood instead of coal could lower prices and help the needy, while fearing workers may resist higher pay.
The Trans-Mississippi Congress adopted resolutions decrying the decline of the American merchant marine. It urges higher domestic shipping, warns against reliance on foreign vessels, and calls for national policy to restore U S dominance in sea trade. The text reflects concerns over transport, industry and economic independence.
Tarimore on September 22 reports the eaves meena lodge of Odd Fellows meeting to appoint a term of four for a general militia unit. The item references Siechen Oneal Me A Of Bsn in connection with the call.
Reports detail clashes over typhoid and malaria investigation in Topeka. Dr Lowry and Christian Endeavor groups intensify data collection, while City Physician Storrs faces scrutiny for not meeting health board expectations. H B Howard improves, Mrs Maude Griffith noted as fever case, and talks warn of unsafe meat and milk practices amid new public health push.
Bik Hammond, 50, former Santa Fe bridge and building foreman, fell about 60 feet from an iron bridge over the Kik river near Fort Madison. He died instantly. Hammond, a Mason and Knight Templar, was highly regarded by crews and had helped build Chicago’s Masonite temple ironwork. His wife, living at 719 Quincy Street, is abroad. funeral details unavailable. He left a wife and children and was insured.
Postal clerk Les A Wright resigns to join the Santa Fe railroad store care department with Dr Parvin named to his former post. A one story shed on MN Chander street burned at 3 40 Monday afternoon. The shed was carried by Simon Gray and the fire started while playing with matches.
Mrs Mary C McKinney died Sunday afternoon at her Petre southeast of pent The funeral will be held Wed The funeral of W S Tracy of North Topeka who died at the Ottawahos DRA of canonr Sunday will be held two morning from the residence of ian ¢ conmtin et ae sixth avenue The funeral will be private
In a district court case Fritz Durein and John Burrell were found not guilty after Monday afternoon hearings. A witness testified no one observed Durein in the joint and Burrell was seated with another man at a Chesterfield hotel table when police raided. Jury returned not guilty verdicts on charges of conducting a joint.
Several players suffer injuries during practice as competition for positions intensifies. Tert Man loses knee stability, William Felix injures an elbow, Peter Hauser sprains an ankle twice, and George Kaine breaks a collar bone. Coach Herrnstein worries as players push hard despite cautions.
Sheriff Lucas returns to Topeka with confidence man W H Burke who was arrested at Texarkana at Lucas's instigation. Burke fights requisition but follows advice to return quietly. Burke faces charges of robbing a Santa Fe train passenger while Governor Halley appoints delegates to the National Prison Congress in Louisville Kentucky with several named officials and professors on the list.
Notices posted state that barbers will charge 15 cents for shaves starting October 1. Most shops in the city, with a few exceptions, have agreed to raise prices to 15 cents due to higher costs. Barbers claim the 1 cent increase is not enough for profit, and shaving the neck will be included in the new rate.
W B Franklin sues Eagle Manufacturing for 25000 alleging injuries from a fall in a factory elevator. Case moved between Wyandotte district court and the Seventh Circuit as Franklin shifted residence between Kansas and Missouri to keep the action in state or federal court. The insurer and chief defendant’s residence are noted as Kansas City Kansas and Missouri.
Constantinople reports after several meetings at the Fildex Kiosk that Bulgaria proposed appointing an international commission to address the Macedonian issue. The plan aims to re establish order and control among the population while urging restraint and dialogue among involved suzerains and states. A Bulgarian envoy arrived at Martin during the engagements.
A historical notice examines adulteration of fuel with water and suspected contamination. It questions whether inspectors or police should act to prevent misdeeds and how such adulteration is detected before reaching consumers.
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