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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1903
Page
5
The State Journal discusses a typhoid outbreak in Topeka and questions health officer Dr. Storrs. It notes delayed action, calls for accountability, and hints at possible replacement if duties are not fulfilled. The piece references Christian Endeavor societies and state health authorities and contrasts local response with broader public health expectations.
The notice states Mr Ward will resign from his government land office post to become a swlon agent for the Union Pacific Railroad. The shift follows Western Kansas land interests and pressure from the railroad company seeking a capable liaison. The government position is described as modest in pay, while Ward can afford to step back from politics briefly as lands are placed with reformers.
In Shawnee county district court an old farce unfolds as city efforts to convict a large number of Jointists fail. Juries acquit or judges discharge due to flaws in evidence or procedure. The piece urges proper preparation and timely prosecutions to prevent costly delays and repeated acquittals, arguing authorities should ensure guilty parties are convicted.
A scathing critique argues a flaw in tot resolution on electing the state printer and submitting amendments, blaming clerical errors and patronage. It claims incompetence thrives when political favors appoint legislative staff, causing recurring mistakes across measures except appropriations. The piece notes overreach in staffing and references Jayhawker notes about local county measures and corn weights.
The Topeka board of education, led by Superintendent W. M. Tuvidowa, completes south bank school organization and plans new building projects. Basement rooms at Grant and Quincy will be converted for recitation use while light and damp conditions are addressed. North Topeka may see fewer new classrooms due to road issues. Manual training expands to higher grades across Clay Sumner and Buchanan. A room from Nickel Plate building will be moved to Buchanan for manual training classes. Several staff changes occur at Grant Garfield Sumner Clay Lowman and Miehld schools. Safety concerns prompt inspection of school water sources with limited boiled water use reported among 400 children.
In district court Mrs. M. Wilton faces charges of operating a disorderly house at Eighth and Jefferson Streets. Testimony from neighbors centers on men frequenting the premises. Wilton, in Kansas City, is tried without being present. Attorneys Harvey and Langston spar over questioning as the judge halts a courtroom lecture and the jury remains unable to reach a verdict.
A London Assurance cashier John A. Scntt was arrested on a magistrate's warrant for embezzling more than $5,000 from Charles L Case, the firm’s manager. The case highlights financial irregularities at a major insurance company.
A catalog style note lists New York Maple Syrup qt 256 and four cans of peas, pepper, fat mackerel, white fish, spiced pickles, batterine and other kitchen staples with small prices. It reads like a shopper’s inventory or ad from a historic newspaper page.
A 19th century election note reports a call for reciprocity in customs duties with Canada and other nations. It urges Congress and senators to push genuine reciprocity to aid growing foreign trade, citing kinship and commerce with the Dominion. Frank L. Wright of St. Louis is elected president.
The latest figures show over 6,000 pupils enrolled across public schools, with corny High School leading in student counts. The report outlines how enrollment rises reflect local population growth and district staffing needs.
Sheriff Lucas and deputy Hungate sought a governor issued requisition to Arkansas for a robbery suspect. They pursued Governor Davis while he campaigned in Littlerock for 20 minutes, then left Arkansas unlocated as Texarkana lawyers pressed the case.
The annual meeting of the Knights of Honor fee lodge convened in Topeka with sessions from 9 to noon. Officers elected for the coming year include Grand Dictator Joseph Ai oe of Oturwa, Grand Vice Dictator M Fron ae, Grand Reporter S Bh of Emeer, and Treasurer William Cum Humboldt, with other named officers and representatives. The next annual meeting is set for the fourth Wednesday in September 1905 in Topeka.
Attendance surpasses five hundred at Washburn as opening term enrollments show robust growth across departments. Collegiate division notes inclusion of new students and a large freshman class in an historic enrollment, with Latin professor Greer assuming duties after Prof. Pui’s resignation and arrival to teach.
Budapest sept. The royal autograph letter reposing trust in Count Hedervary for forming a new cabinet is published. Emperor Francis Joseph says he regrets the state crisis and will not allow measures thinning the army, but supports reforms promised in the diet. He hopes Hedervary will present his plans to the legislature to resolve the crisis.
Dr Charles Lowry secretary of the state board of health expects to finish his typhoid investigation in Topeka by week’s end He says boiled water appears essential in preventing cases and notes the disease seems to be subsiding with more convalescents than active patients across the community including local churches and physicians reporting cases
In Cripple Creek Colorado a district court heard four habeas corpus petitions for military prisoners with a strong force of about thirty soldiers stationed around the courthouse. Former Attorney General Eugene Engiey protested the soldiers presence as unconstitutional and withdrew from the case after they remained in the courtroom.
The state department reported from Washington that Minister Beaupre in Bogota sent a telegram dated September 25 stating there has been no discussion of introducing the proposed law into the canal treaty in the Colombian city and that the situation remains unchanged.
Ottawa Kan Sept 21 The jury in the Allen Sheridan libel suit has been dismissed after nearly 20 hours out. Twelve men could not agree with eight favoring conviction of Sheridan and four favoring acquittal. Further steps by Allen are not known.
Reed Northrup a wealthy St. Louis businessman connected with a fast freight carrier shot himself in Buffalo New York. The bullet caused only a superficial wound in the scalp. Northrup, staying at the Niagara hotel two weeks with his wife in frail health and two children, feared missing business in St. Louis.
Two defendants known as the Kicker and William Lawless were found not guilty of selling liquor by a district court jury this morning. The verdict followed testimony about events after the complaint, with Judge Haven instructing the jury per Supreme Court guidance, resulting in an acquittal for both defendants.
An exhibition at W. A. L. Thompson hardware show displays the novel advertising method. The cooking exhibition features M tie ranges and a variety of foods cooked on site. Spectators enjoy free samples as the event draws interest from attendees.
Sheriff Lucas halts inmate communications through north side jail windows after Perry Alardin was caught passing items to his brother Claud Mundin. The move aims to curb contraband and is a direct response to the detected exchange through the bars.
The family of George Flanders living east of town has typhoid fever. Jeera and two sons Silas and Charles are ill. Mrs. Flanders’ case is milder. Charles is recovering while Silas remains in serious condition.
Denver officials deny a $500,000 settlement with the government over coal lands held by the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company. Attorney D C Beaman said all lands remain titled and no deal exists, as rumors circulated after a September meeting.
Chancellor Strong arrives from Lawrence for a speech this afternoon Governor Bulley visits Blue Rapids for remarks Miss Irete Potter to wed a Wyandotte man this evening at her sister s home in Kansas City The fire at the gas stove caused little damage Kansas superintendent front page photo and related notes City sidewalk bicycle ordinance debated Secretary of State Burrow travels from St Louis area for medical matters. daughter to undergo operation in St Louis pending two month stay in state
Mrs Sue Goodrich Rose, longtime matron of the girls boarding department at Washburn College, died suddenly around 6:30 in her room. She lived in Valley Falls Kansas. Her parents were informed and will likely arrange burial in Ohio after services at Hartford College.
A vintage advertisement touts Puritan Chocolate and Cocoa at 20c per cake, Macaroon Powder for easy macaroons, bulk olives, soup paste, corn-hom substitutes, Vigoris tonic, pickles, dried herring, white hoop herring, and a forthcoming line of Eastern canned fruits, vegetables, and dried fruits promising quality and variety for trade.
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