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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1903
Page
9
An advertisement-like prose touts a patent remedy named Restorative. It asserts dramatic cures for chronic illnesses, promises a month trial, claims large past success with hundreds of thousands of users, and urges readers to purchase bottles and try the product to restore vital organs’ power.
A Leavenworth woman seeks a restraining order after recounting threats and an assault with a hatchet. She asks the court to prevent her husband from further abuse and to grant protection for her and their children amid a contested proposed divorce.
Despite garbled text, readable parts describe a music festival in Lintsburg with crowds attending and speakers or presenters offering food and services. Mentions events named "Good Friday" and a concert by Meseeden or Meed the rail, with references to Peaches in Reno and Hutchinson, and dates around April.
The text reports doubts about crop yields being below average due to harsh conditions. It mentions peaches likely fewer on trees and tighter trade, with a hint of local variances around Liftermere near Hutheasod. The fragment references autumn or seasonal factors affecting fruit and regional prospects.
Reports recount Strong City marshal W M Bradburn killed after a fray at Fielder's store. The incident followed a confrontation with Fielmas and others, with gunfire injuring several and leading to a murder trial in Winfield. Details show a chaotic sequence, including a later mortgage case and a priest’s wife murder trial, reflecting a tumultuous period in the area.
There were no other propositions before the council. The franchise is liberal with work to begin within six days and be completed by July 6 1904. The line will be integrated in the tile and the engine will connect all points in the county. The project cost is estimated at 1,600,000 dollars. Chanute will be headquarters with future links north to Humboldt and Topeka, then southward.
The jury convicted Tomas mule cage for murder and found Otte Finnan guilty of shooting Wig Hise near Jackson. The trial profiled a 21 year old charged with murder and alleged theft. Hutchinson Kan resident died Friday, age 31, leaving five sons and wealth.
In Topeka florists busy weeks ahead, Easter lilies and bulbs are grown and forced in heat and light to bloom for Easter. Vendors report up to 400 plants in the city sheds, with calls for white tulips calla lilies and other blooms for church decorations. Prices run about thirty cents per blossom, and careful handling protects delicate stems for display and arrangements.
A bold sporting wager headlines a challenge between two fighters, offering a $5,000 prize to any who can defeat Robert in a planned bout. The article outlines terms, location hints, and anticipated matchups, with attention to bets and betting odds.
New York April 32 Gue Rubin of Akron declares himself eager for a fight with Fitzsimmons and offers a 5000 side bet. He says he will back a 35000 stake for the venue and is ready to post it at any time. The talk follows Fitzsimmons stance that he would fight only with a separate cash bet in addition to the purse.
The report describes a six furlong event where UD Houbre recovered after a stumble but walked to the stable without a scratch. The course was cupgy and contributor Hoebee claimed he was losing balance on the back stretch. Stables including Palmer & Co and Turney Bros with several horses were shipped to Kinotch perk.
Tommy Foster, a top performer at the Washington meeting, was sold to EK J Wheeler of Chicago for an undisclosed price. The sale follows Foster’s status as a leading horse this season, with prior strong showings and a value speculated around $1,000 in some circles. Also noted is J J Galbreath organizing a new Southwest League with clubs from Enid, Oklahoma City, Arkansas City, Winfield, and potentially Shawnee or Wichita, seeking guarantees and subscriptions to maintain the team.
New York reports millionaire Thomas plans a $500,000 investment in a new racing stable aiming for the Suburban title with the promising 1-year-old Gunter. He explains the move is for amusement and relaxation, and notes he will debut at Aqueduct, declining high priced jockeys and prioritizing health and enjoyment over business.
The confronted boxers met under Metropolitan Athlete Club Detroit for a 10 round bout with a 31,000 purse. Both fighters trained since the match was announced, one training at White Fig Inn and the other at Hilly Muldoon’s gym. The card stipulates 30 percent of gross receipts to the winner and 18 percent to the roster, with a 6 percent share to each side. In Cumberland Park a separate near miss occurred as Samhyville resident Houbre escaped a fatal accident while dressing J Sidney Walker.
A vintage health line urging readers that clean blood and a fresh complexion come from Beecham's Pills. The ad emphasizes systemic health as the path to well being and self improvement through a simple remedy.
An advertisement stating that feeling well requires healthy digestive organs and that Beecham's Pills act like oil on machinery to provide snap and vigor from perfect health.
The advice stresses that all organs including stomach liver and kidneys must function properly for overall health. It warns that neglect leads to systemic issues and urges balanced diet hydration and regular checkups to maintain organ health.
Aerron at 22 percent bred to a yearling by him, a mare foals heavily again. C G Parks, Texas horseman, promotes Ardelle Brakes in Dallas. A filly by Gallas tries Zitella, sister to St Marcos. John W. Schorr won twelve 2 year olds at Memphis with Judith Campbell Rightful Spencer Hefe and Bob McLean. expects to break the record this season Anaconda. World half mile track record at Brast ford July 4. current mark held by Poe Patchen 2014 at Combination news. Lene N 205 percent, x queen of pacers, feaming after retirement from Grand Circuit. foals sired by a colt, a half-brother, two-year-old, prnsture Test oprine. California bookmakers won 250000 in six weeks, leading to a 7 150000 winner on season early.
Disturbing report from Leewrisie Indiana where W. if Brown faced a fatal event. The scene references a mising or harmed individual and a new apart for consumption. The account notes distress among agentes and a domestic tragedy affecting Anita Bim Yoeimonl in the Gur iana area.
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