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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1902
Page
2
An advertisement-like piece touts Paine's Celery Compound as a cure for digestive issues nerves energy and general weakness. It markets its tonic as restoring vigor boosting digestion and easing ailments while urging readers to trust claims of health benefits and natural remedies.
Fragmentary 19th century probate notes describe James G. Black Steddows of Paola and Phoebe Mack as beneficiaries in a disputed will. The document outlines $14,000 in personal property and a $1,600 cash stake tied to a widow with seven percent interest, plus ongoing farm investments and earnings. Heirs include children Patlipe Seas and others, with guardians and legal actions hinted at across courts and attorneys.
The entertainment committee of the Commercial Club discussed scheduling an encampment and street fair in late August. H Crosby L Wowl and AC Witggsman agreed to confer with the Adjutant General on encampment details and promote a city festival in Enclewood with events spread over two days.
Guidance on improving digestion and liver function suggests ensuring stomach health and using easy pleasant methods to assist assimilation. The text emphasizes maintaining proper organ condition for smoother digestion.
A Connecticut Nutmeg Club event is planned between October 7 and 15 with a $14 000 purse. Details discuss fighters Terry Medlovern and the world championship dreams, bids from promoters including Ban Pretideo and Sam Mork Wy. Johnny Corbett and Young Corbett promote and a visit by Andy Weick amid talks of terms and arrangements for the bout.
The page details the Schorr filly Flora Pomons ahead at Memphis with Jobe W. Schors in April, noting strong betting for The Schorr horse and close finishes. It recounts multiple races at six and seven furlongs, mentioning Red Hook, Harry New, Onatus, Lee King, Chorus Boy, and other contenders, plus a New York trip for Whitney’s Colts and the Aqueduct meeting with forecasts for 1905 racing under favorable weather.
Attell and Benny Fanger headline a loud boxing scene with planned bouts and weights in the 123 pound range as betting and matchups swirl. Frisco racing, Cincinnati prospects, and a flurry of league scores fill a sprawling, period-tinged snapshot of early season athletics.
Kansas announces regular term openings postponed to September due to unfinished buildings. Abandoned military quarters to be used, with experimental farm plans and seeding of paros hash che kao. The Munn branchi State Normal School opens May 2 for two months, then returns in September for the regular term.
Fragmented Kansas City dispatch reports the Long slayings and robbery case from Arkansas involving Faas Long. It notes a trial date in Kansas City to be called next week, with named defendants and witnesses, plus surrounding sensational attendances and alleged spiritualist activity at gatherings linked to the case.
Grand Rapids society belle Miss Marie Johnson credits Wine of Cardui with restoring her health after months of illness and irregular menstruation. She and others testify to relief from female weakness and renewed vitality, urging readers to seek a dollar bottle for guidance from the Ladies Advisory.
April 16 reports Wiliam Lees of Columbus and Hansa Tom of Chantite among listed figures with road and rail aims. Geary route and stage lines discussed. budget seeks congressional appropriation for a new road. Work on Galena smelter to create employment and better facilities, with completion targeted by late year. Also noted are a murder case in Wellington and a manslaughter hold for Ronbins after a fatal shovel strike.
State Temperance officers plan a large attendance for a May union meeting across multiple churches. Sunday sessions feature lecturers including W. A. Quaile and a noted Fearon City speaker. evenings host Prof. Serices and Rev. Emerson Saye to spark temperance interest.
Built in Topeka the force of workmen at Smith orders six automobiles for Parkhurst Davis to equip traveling men. About 26 automobiles planned for the year with deliveries to begin in about days.
The notice advertises affordable travel to California with departures in March and April. It mentions a nearby city office and union related brochure, inviting readers to inquire for details and schedules.
The Supreme Court moved hearings for Marian Russell, convicted in Greenwood County of criminal desault, to the first session after filing. Bond issues delayed release while a rehearing petition was sought, with district and county courts preparing for September term adjournment and the mandate timing affecting sentence execution.
A prisoner at Leavenworth claims misconduct and improper campaigning from state officials. The District Attorney’s office discusses the allegations as inquiries continue and convicts face possible punishment for alleged crimes. Public scrutiny centers on the handling of the complaint and the investigation’s scope.
The state charter board granted charters for multiple entities. Wichita firm Lane Star Hall Harnessed capital at 100,000. Kingman holding Kingman Water and Massac company noted. Blut City Milling increased capital stock to 18,500.
The readable bits hint at an old column or ad with health tips or notes. Names, places, or dates are unclear, but the fragmentary text references products or remedies and a series of seemingly medical or lifestyle lines.
Report on the Masly Teachers association meeting scheduled for April 28 promises to be well attended. The secretary notes many enthusiastic entries from promising teachers and supporters, with high expectations for a productive gathering and valuable discussions.
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