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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1903
Page
6
Workers at Minneapolis mills walk out as a strike spreads. Reported disruptions include halted production and limited rolls, with authorities warning of posted notices to keep the peace. The action involves several men from the plant and may affect shifts and hours.
Manager Henry Buckley trained mill men to an eight hour day and three shift workers were employed in the mill. Negotiations with the union were conducted by J. Keating Jr. and no exception to the agreement was noted.
A government bill proposes a 2 million dollar Portland exposition project to fund a government building. The plan aims to secure support from a delegation and introduce the measure in committee.
A fragmented notice reports funeral services for Tom Kim Yung and notes disrupted business activity in Cal. Sept 24. The item mentions Chinese nationals and a national tension, with references to Li and an order from a companion, indicating a disrupted local economy amid a broader crisis.
The Solace, under Commander Singer, arrived in San Francisco from the midway station not Honolulu. The crew reports all well with officers and men aboard Guatiau the Ariatic squadron.
A fragment describes a facial affliction and a tonic that claims to cleanse impurities, increase blood supply, and restore social functioning. It references a "binel's impurity" and mentions a writer and locations with unclear authenticity.
Commander Glennon and J F Coby lead an Aneliatent Surgeon unit with chief sailmaker Leng and lieutenant Chomnel in a noted naval assembly. Bi Lieutenants Mather, Bishop, and Miller of the line corps are listed. About 28 passengers and expired time crew came on the Solace from island stations.
The Republican and Citizens' Union held joint city conventions in New York on September 4, nominating Major Seth Low for mayor, Edward Morant for comptroller, and Charles W. Fornes for president of the board of aldermen. The platforms praised Low and the progressive administration while pledging loyalty to party leaders amid anti-Tammany sentiment.
Rural routes established November 2 in Phillips County cover 42 square miles with 416 population. Route includes areas near Pratt and Turon. Officials cite improved service and increased coverage for residents.
In Reno County a new candidate, J. S. George of Hutchinson, emerges as possible Republican support against current nominees. The Kansas Federation of Commercial Interests, led by Herbert Hack and H. J. Resing, quietly advances business-backed influence to shape railroad commissioner elections next year. Potential candidates, including George, Morse, Dayhoff, and local figures, are weighed amid factional backing and cross-party maneuvers.
Topeka seller Geo W Stansfield guarantees Hyomel cures acute or chronic catarrh or refunds money. The inhaler method and germ-killing steam are promoted to enrich blood and relieve head throat stomach symptoms. The ad asserts a money-back guarantee if healing does not occur.
Wichita agent C. W. Anderson, who claimed to represent Chicago soap firms and sell products with a premium, was sentenced to one year in Sedgwick County Jail for obtaining money under false pretenses. Additional similar cases exist, including a bonus check for 350 dollars used with a coal dealer. further charges pending. Anderson previously evaded officers and fled Dodge City after a thriving local business, but was captured.
A dated telegraph office report from Union Pacific Depot North Topeka states Miss Mamie Weaheee, age 16, was hired before Miss Peterson as a fast girl messenger. New feature of Jalee Wallace's work includes delivering tapes across the city, aligning with Santa Fe office practices.
A man named Hinghes was arrested in New York after police recovered hundreds of feminine garments from his rooms. He claimed to be an impersonator and confessed a taste for women’s wear, admitting to stealing from an upper-city residence.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century collage reports on language questions and local notices. It mentions Cheyenne Sun Leader, Nat Bleck, hospital stays, birth and wedding notes, court activity, public events, Elks Club, Masonic reunions, river crossings, and a river of stray items including horse racing results and real estate notes.
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