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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1903

Page

2

Anniversary Sale Proclaims Weeklong Discount Event

The Ipopeka Cash Dry Goods Co announces a 1903 anniversary celebration with a one week sale. Ten percent discounts apply to most items, excluding Douglas Shoes and Clark's Thread, which stay at standard prices. For each Douglas Shoes pair, customers receive a free selection of men’s hose or neckwear. Departments listed include Dress Goods, Notions, Shoes, Underwear, Cloaks, Furs, Millinery, Blankets, Men’s Furnishings, Hosiery, Hardware, Chinaware, Curtains, Shades and more.

Douglas Clark Ipopeka Cash Dry Goods Co

Countess von Walderser Praises American Politeness and Working Women

Countess Mary von Walderser, visiting New York, asserts American men are exceptionally polite across social classes and that New York policemen, especially at crossings, are exemplary. She praises American working girls for independence, style, and presence, noting universal courtesy she observed among all strata.

Countess von Walderaes New York Mary von Walderser Ife Josephine van Warehter America Wbore

Trapper Cox Arrival Report From Remote River Crossing

Sept and Peter Cox arrive this morning at a lonely river outpost near Peat Navinge Méated. Local observers note the crossing at Minnie sive from EL Ronton and mention a voyage to Monturia. Details remain fragmentary as the party continues toward the floodplain along the river channel.

Ajenmen Ian Sept Peter Cox Monturia Cox

Hannis Taylor Argues over Alaskan boundary dispute

In a section of the Alaskan boundary dispute hearing Hannis Taylor of counsel for the United States argued that Canadian readings of treaty terms misrepresent international law. He challenged references to the general coast area and canals as unjustified by legal standards. The session continued with his critique of Canadian interpretations.

Hannis Taylor Lemden Hannis Tayor United States Comuttreion

Morey Stock Company Presents A Woman in War

Last night the Morey Stock company offered A Woman a Way, touting a dramatic plot and an uncommon community support. Miss Morey headlines a strong cast in a tense Russian thriller Michael Strogor, with the play billed as the night’s feature as the troupe moves into tonight’s engagement.

Neepie Morey Miss Morey Michael Strogorr

Czars Kiss Twice in Vienna Arrival Scene

The czar and Emperor Francis Joseph met at the station with a hearty exchange of greetings. They kissed each other twice as a royal salute signaled their departure. The pair traveled to Schoenbrunn Castle where a state luncheon followed with high officials in attendance.

Vienna Amsdorff Francis Joseph Schoenbrunn

All Men Not Equal Mire Stuyvesant Fish Says Aristocracy

St Louis dispatch reports Mia Stuyvesant Fish wife of the Illinois Central president and Newport social matriarch denounces equal rights and the vulgar new rich. She claims the United States will form an aristocracy, mocks press sensationalism, and defends Newport’s social order while commenting on the Goelet marriage and foreign nobles. She also critiques Newport’s social decline and dismisses rumors of lavish parties.

Stuyvesant Fish St. Louis Mia Tilliois Central Railroad New York Newport United States Mise Goelet Duke of Roxburghe Europe Fish Harry Lehr Society Ecamarene

Washburn Football Adopts Bear Mascot Tehabod Plan

Washburn football considers naming the resident town bear Tehabod in honor of Ichabod Washburn. The christening depends on the animal remaining tractable during games. Manager Leach aims to sell 400 season tickets for six home games, including KK J Hasell Missouri and Highland Park opponents.

Wwe Kernani Washburn Geasou Sons of Ichabod Memics Charles Wolff, Jr Simmmer Berns Tehabod Ichabod Washburn Lkely Ha Q Euperia Rin Miveourl Merlin Leach KK. J. Haskell Mixcourl University Highland Park College

Veteran Firemen Run Ends Injured on Michigan Ave

Chicago veterans of the Volunteer Firemen Association held an exhibition on Michigan avenue drawing eighty one members. A sudden engine jerk caused three men to be knocked to the rails and injured or overcome. The march continued to the Auditorium hotel where a crowd watched water throwing. Former Chief Mathias Brenner led the red clad volunteers. He shot a robber.

Chicago Chitago Volunteer Firemen’s Association Michigan Avenue Washington Street Auditorium Hotel Adaime Street Mathias Brenner

Watchman Fires On Armed Robbers During Night Round

Ray, a private watchman, confronted two men during a routine patrol. He drew his revolver and fired after they demanded money. One assailant collapsed in the street near Bret fre, while the other fled. Ray was uninjured.

Ray Assaslants

Society at the Play Draws Topeka Elite

Topeka society packed the Grand last night for For Her Sake as the Morey stock company plays in Topeka. Gov W J Bailey and many prominent couples attended, alongside Judge T Haxen and Assistant Postmaster General Bristow who dined with the president after a hourlong visit. Bristow's postoffice probe continues with a full report due in October.

Topeka Morey Uye Grease Marc Robbins W. J. Bailey James B. Hayden I. Pankey T. Haxen Washington Ant Bristow Hrnstow

10000 Militia Expected at Camp Young West Point Ky

Army maneuvers reflected the Brown army retreat toward Nashville with the Blue on the offensive. Tomorrow 10000 national guardsmen from six states arrive and will settle in camp, delaying field activities until then.

Young West Point Nashville

Coal Mine Bonds Proposed At Atchison Meeting

Atchison Kan Sept 80 At a directors meeting of the Atchison Coal Mining company it was agreed to recommend at the stockholders annual meeting October 20 the issue of ten year bonds at 10 percent totaling 50000 to finish the mine and start operations Bonds will be offered to local residents rather than stock to complete the company cordialization Arrangements were made to secure funds to press on against water and continue sinking efforts.

Cimare Topeka Barber Shore Rhemia Mayer Adhol Squires Cahora Us Court House Othcers Tudor Hause District Court Rome Tony Kitch Mauer Colorado California Kansan G. A. Barnes Bethany Culleme San Brencisco Bartes Hetbany College Ite Walliver Lite Ttn Atehiaon Hermanty Babe Continental Ol and Gas Company Bite Metarad Bonas Atchison, Kan Atchison Coal Mining Company Atchison

Washburn Football Team Prepares for Emporia Game

Washburn football practice continues amid wet conditions as Coach Kennedy drills the squad for the upcoming Barporia game with emphasis on defense. Ground work will be reshaped this week to ready the field for remaining season fixtures. lineup remains unsettled with James Stewart likely out for the season.

Washborn Washbure Emporia College Barporia Rat- Minday Kennedy Uon Remson Washburn James Stewart

Held Up Saloon in Salt Lake City by Masked Bandits

Six masked robbers entered a Salt Lake saloon on a main street last night and forced seven men on the ice to face the wall. They seized all the cash, battered proprietor Ben Friese who tried to resist, and struck another man with a revolver.

Salt Lake Utah Ben Friese

French fishing boat crew saved after Grand Banks loss

Sixteen sailors from a French fishing vessel wrecked off Grand Banks during a recent gale were rescued by the Tallan barkentine Eros. Last night official word confirmed the ship hit and sank with a crew of about 28 on board. The Eros reached Bangor after anchoring off Fort Point during the flood tide.

Fort Point Grand Banks Etok Erosix Bangor

Local trouble denied at Central Pennsylvania mines

President Lathrop of the Pennsylvania Coal and Coke Company says there is no serious trouble threatened at the Central PennsylvanIa mines. He notes that any dispute between miners and operators is purely local and not indicative of broader unrest.

Philadelphia Lathrop Pennsylvania Coal and Coke Company Central Pennsylvania

Riots injure dozens as Budapest clashes erupt

Vienna reports serious riots in Budapest where striking van drivers clashed with police. Eight people were injured, ten seriously, as police broke up the violence. Troops were summoned to restore order and several rioters were wounded.

Vienna Budapest

Brief Telegrams From Around the World News Clippings

Vienna reports a route plan around Constantinople and political tensions in Europe and the Middle East. U.S. dispatches note military enrollments, staff movements, and preparations in various theaters. Reports from Pittsburgh and Monterey mention local incidents and infrastructure damage. Minnesota labor leaders vote to pledge a day’s wage, while Vienna hosts socialist demonstrations against autocratic power. Washington covers pension administration and rail service promotions for the Nickel Plate line.

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