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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1903
Page
8
A distorted report notes discussions between the United States and Turkey over a settlement of the Maghieen issue. Officials in Washington indicate ministerial talks with the Turkish government have occurred, but no definite conclusions or timelines are given.
An explosion at a tank in Temrsitie, Virginia causes widespread blaze and ends with the line of the Southern railway blocked. Fire crews battle the blaze as adjacent buildings are endangered and trains are halted along the route. The incident is reported by telegraph from Greenebero with details of the fire breaking out and efforts to reach nearby structures.
Washington Sept. Postmaster General Payne returned from Hot Springs Virginia and was at his desk. He spoke on the one time conferences with Postmaster General ee.
The National Zeitung reports France will support the sultan of Morocco in suppressing unrest and will take on a protectorate over Morocco. The article notes France intends to stabilize the region within its dominions and guide the sultanate’s affairs.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Cure claiming quick relief from various ailments and a “cure” for pains and inflammation. It markets a blanket remedy with a prospect of safe operation, asserting it treats many conditions except fistulas and promises low price and universal effectiveness.
The report indicates Italy will surrender any cane assets in Meroree as part of the Tripasi searion of Egypt in Tepogabed Germany 810, while Spain seeks compensation for exclusion from Merneco by France.
A mob stormed a sheriff’s office seeking a Black man accused of assault. The sheriff and aides were overpowered as the mob broke in and found the man, who was hanged. Sheriff Davidson opened fire, three officers and citizens were injured, and several attackers were captured after the raid. One suspect reportedly confessed implicating twelve men.
President Roosevelt spent time riding through Oyster Bay with Hyomveit and companions on a workday visit. Guards and onlookers at Sagamore Hill welcomed the party. no further visitors are expected for the remainder of the summer stay.
The plan aims to replace end doors with wide doors on suburban cars to speed loading and shorten running time. Nose cars will be steel to endure shocks, increasing safety over older wooden cars, with passengers’ seating simplified though some deem the change bold.
Local officials reveal a cabinet reshuffle as Colonel Veale and A J Nooney face replacement as state custodian and chief engineer. Maltby of Men, eolanty, is expected to succeed Veale, while Collins is noted for ejection amid factional votes in Reno county politics and party maneuvers led by Dayhoff and Coleman.
Curtis Jett was brought into court as Judge Osborne condemned him to hang between sunrise and sunset December 15 for killing James Checkril of Jackson on July 31, 190. The judge ordered prepayment of court costs at Frankfort.
The Kansas Methodist Conference recalls Rev G S Dearborn longtime Baker University trustee dies at home in Highland Park aged 71 Born Thornton North Carolina October 31 1812 he entered the ministry in 1831 and served at multiple Kan sas pulpits Belott Baldwin and Lawrence He presided on the Baker board for twelve years and was deeply devoted to the ministry Attending to related notices I O F Topeka lodge 4 meets at hall 07 Wert Sixth Sunday at 6 oclock sharp for upcoming services
S-Telegraphic advices from the Internal Mercantile Agency report rain, cold, and lack of exact knowledge hindering demand for dry goods. Merchants in Chicago, St Paul, Buffalo, Dallas, New Orleans face disrupted collections and cautious spending as production and shipments weaken. Several regions mark late harvests and weather impacts, with iron and coal output also trimmed.
A dispute between the postal authorities and the London and Western Railway disrupts mail transport. Atlantic mails to Liverpool face lengthy delays under tense conditions. Authorities argue the railway can carry only a limited load to London without extra charges, stalling shipments and prompting clashes over duties and car schedules.
In Orange County a Wood and Coal dispute stirs debate as Mr Pringle, an attorney for the county bar, contends rising coal prices from the oil trust threaten the courthouse. County Attorney Huse Bale notes stricter controls may follow amid unrest.
A Atkinson family recounts long coffee dependence and health issues including headaches stomach trouble and faintness. After switching to Postum Food Coffee they notice improved appetites, digestion, and energy in children and adults, with all claiming better well being and reduced bloating and breathing relief.
In Honolulu Judge Gear of the First circuit holds territorial law defective for classifying trivial offenses such as drunkenness with felonies requiring grand jury indictments under the federal constitution. Judge Robinson concurs, noting the ruling places police in a dilemma as essential regulations cannot be enforced without grand jury support.
North Topeka column records residents moving homes and visiting relatives. Families including Krans, Holmen, Hodge, Frasier, and Alex- Saudents are noted with addresses on Grant, Madison, and Monros streets and at 419 Grant Street. Also listed are visitors, funeral attendances, and local promotions for cook stoves and heaters from H M Clime & Son.
Denver records report attorney Allan B Seaman died at his Sherman avenue home from heart disease. A longtime Republican leader and city attorney under Mayor Van Horn, he leaves a wife and two daughters.
Sheriff Bart Lucas and County Attorney Hunente present eleven convicts to be transported to penal institutions before term of court ends. Target is to make it an even twenty for the term. Convicts include Elmer Mundin for murder Len Witham and Tom Davis for kidnapping and larceny Frank Jordan for assault with intent to do bodily harm and Frank Wilharm for crushing a hand. Also jailed are Seny and Anthony Pracker charged with shooting at a woman on Wear Street. A separate incident reports a man crushed near Cloud Side in an unrelated case.
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