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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1900

Page

2

Brooklyn Favored To Win 1990 Pennant In Open Race

Brooklyn is the pick of 19 baseball writers to win the pennant, with Boston a strong contender for second. St Louis and Pittsburgh show potential for third, while Philadelphia and Cincinnati close the field. Predictions note Brooklyn strengthened by former Baltimore players and a deep lineup, with Boston challenging and Pittsburgh seen as formidable but inconsistent. Openers set for next Thursday with games in major cities as the league expands and prepares for a banner season.

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McGovern to Meet White at Tattersall's Chicago Tonight

Terry McGovern unbeaten featherweight sails into a seven round bout at Tattersall's in Chicago facing Tommy White, hailed as America’s best 156 pound fighter, with both weighing in at 130 pounds for the clash. McGovern’s rise is noted, drawing comparisons to John L. Sullivan’s era as he seeks to prove himself against heavier rivals. White brings a famed ring record as he steps up a weight class for the fight.

Tattersall's Chicago Terry McGovern Tattersall’s Tommy America McGovern John L. Sullivan Tim Cullahar Wil Hile Keddie Santey Rantey Tary Hen Terdar Terry Tommy White Tattercal Sullivan York Dave Sullivan Moston Derr McGovert Pola Sam Harris Featherwright Harris McGoverd White Broadway Athletic Club Tommy Warren

Long Ring Record Sets Stage For Bantam Title Fight

The veteran boxer with 107 career fights and 1,282 rounds sits near the 326 pound mark and faces Terry, who tips the scales around 127 pounds. The matchup contrasts height and experience as Ter ry prepares to challenge the seasoned contender in a bout that tests reach, speed, and ring strategy.

Fabre Terry McGovern Terie Brooklyn Theas

Cronin Pugnacious on Train Ejected by Police

Detroit pitcher Jack Cronin was forcibly removed from a Pullman sleeper car after fights and harsh swearing. Five passengers demanded removal. a policeman summoned Cronin and associates, Cronin was escorted off the train, then the party continued without incident.

Detroit Cineicasts Jack Cronin Detroit Cub Cronin Comrictor Parter Crouty Allen Queen City Harry Steinfelst Cronke Semark Puperwld Croniit Tris Grania Tld Amino Ab Davina Cronin Owf Cronis

McCarthys Luce Gives $20,000 to Old Rubber

San Prancheco April 17 White Hat Dan McCarthy the horseman is in San Prancheco where he recounts a tale of a stranger paying him back twenty years ago with a check and a bank note, claiming to restore credit and bankroll. He denies naming his benefactor but says he now owns a string of horses and hopes to regain fortune.

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Florizar Wins Tennessee Derby at Montgomery Park

In heavy mud at Montgomery Park Memphis on April 17, H Scoggan's Florizar defeated J F Schorg's FW. Brode by a neck in the Tennessee Derby despite a late challenge from The Conqueror and Thrive. Over 10,000 spectators watched. the $7,000 winner’s purse was claimed in two minutes and a fraction.

Memphis Tenn Ekies H. Scoggan Florizar Imp. Florist Charinu TT Jonn F. Schorg FW. Brode P. Dormiiiwh & Co Montgomery Park J. C. Cahn Thrive F. W. Brode the Conqueror Domiand Flingerald Brode Arthur Bellan van Dusen Elorigar Conqueror van Dosen Erin Plorizar Hrete Wiorlear

Scott's Emulsion Cod Liver Oil Superior Health Aid

An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as the best form of cod liver oil for health. It promises samples and a pamphlet, cites New York origins, and targets readers seeking chest or general well being through cod liver oil supplements.

Elf Scott New Yorks

Five furlong races yield tight finishes at Taltoe En Noble

The stakes feature a stiff field with Gack Ford and Shillingham contending for the lead while Maia Wallace breaks clear to win early. In the five furlongs for two year olds Garry Hetman scores aboard Issily as Compensation, the favorite, sails to an easy sixth race victory over Evelyn Bird.

Tigroge Truce Volts Garry Hetman Compensation Evelyn Bird

Jennings Honored By Cornell Team As He Joins Brooklyn

Ithaca April 17 Hugh Jennings longtime Cornell coach leaves campus for New York to join the Brooklyn team for the season. He is presented with two loving cups by Team 28 and by Brown Newton Stratton and assistant Thom. The piece lists mixed baseball notes and local sports chatter from a busy day.

Ithaca N. Y Hugh Jennings Cornell New York Brooklyn Jennings Brown Newton

Delicate Seventh District delegate fight May Decide Milliken Fate

In Hutchinson a contest for national convention delegates pits Baker and Long against Burton. Frank Milliken of Haskell County, urged by both sides to run, may withdraw to avoid a Burton alliance, risking political embarrassment for Baker and Long while Western Republican leaders watch the outcome closely.

Hutchinson Baker Burton Long Ster Topeka Lowe Frank Milliken Haskell County Milliken Ora Morse Millliken Lane

Ridgway Friends Considered for Mr Church’s Nomination

In the Second Congressional district Charles Ridgway assistant superintendent of Insurance drew interest as a potential nominee for superintendent. Ridgway declined and supported incumbent W V Church who is anticipated to be nominated. Ridgway’s supporters plan to present his name at the Republican state convention after Church’s term ends.

Charles Ridgway Mr. Church Charles FL Ridgway Ridgeway W. V. Church Church Rideway

Governor Stanley Plans Reelection Campaign Tactics

Governor Stanley prepares for a soon to start reelection bid after the Republican state convention. He says he will avoid partisan influence from the state committee and will keep nonpartisan and partisan activities separate. He has scheduled campaign addresses and summer events under various organizations.

Stanley Republican State Committee

Farmer for State Senator in 36th District

W B Watson of Little River Rice county announced as a candidate for fusion nomination in the 36th District Senate race. The move positions Watson as a potential state legislative contender challenging incumbents and aligning with fusion voters across the district.

W. B. Watson Little River W. B Watson Rice County

Thirty Fifth District Senator Arm Strong Faces Term Limit

State senator for the Thirty-fifth District comprising Barton Rite and Stafford counties, John Armstrong indicates his political career may end with the current officers term. He mentions other matters demanding attention and notes Rice County’s candidate Watson, with a convention at Ettingwood on May 1. Watson, a farmer ally, seeks reforms favoring farmers and party unity in the Populist ranks near Little River.

Barton Rite Stafford John Armstrong Armstrong Legisature Eae Rice County Watebn Ettingwood Watson Bpineara Wice County Little River

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