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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1903
Page
3
A townwide credit scheme collapses as a boarding house run by Wolfe and partner unravels. Creditors stormed in at midnight leaving a note. They vanished with furnishings, silks, jewelry, and cash, leaving numerous debts and a fledgling business ruined. Local authorities and a reprisal attempt followed.
A fragmented report describes stalled building activity at Riley with labor shortages and contractor delays. It notes incomplete progress, unsettled material handling, and partial turnover in the quarter, signaling ongoing disruption to planned renovations.
W Ballard sues the Tola Electric Boat Co for injuries incurred in a fight on the steamer. The complaint alleges assault by a company spotter and seeks damages for medical costs lost wages and pain and suffering. The filing notes prior connections of Ballard with defense witnesses and mentions parties including Pollock and Mrs. Parmer in relation to the case.
An Emporia related case notes a verbal statement regarding a travel incident. Witnesses testified as the matter involved a retirement official and a deceased individual connected to the events. Financial figures and names appear in scattered form, with unclear details and dates.
Reports describe a labor dispute with demands for higher wages and importations of hod carriers halted by Kansas City men. A city marshal, Keefer, is linked to a fatal shooting amid postwar tensions. Nearby incidents include a bridge fire, a pioneer death, and an oil strike in Cherryvale, all marked by community hardship and ensuing inquiries.
Fragmented OCR notes recount a long local chronicle with names like John Arnstreiz and Tiversman, church duties at Derik ar, and a district court sentencing four men in a temperate era. It blends personal tragedy with civic affairs and church roles amid a busy community scene.
The sporting report notes a record attendance in Boston with a total of 27 658 fans. The figure stands as a new high for the venue and event, underscoring strong public turnout and interest in the contest.
A detailed account of the state shooting event at Hustington avenue grounds with 19 282 in attendancepm and the Philadelphia Athletics facing the Boston team. Star pitchers Ok Young and Rube Waddell falter as Baeten wins the neon game and Farrell is celebrated for catching and throwing. The report also notes Spalding’s March tipbooks and lists results from multiple shooting events and scores.
The report notes McCoy gaining strength in rounds six to nine, taking the count in rounds seven through nine, and ultimately keeping the bout to the end. McGoy and Bens showed limited steam, with McCoy maintaining control throughout the late stages.
In Detroit a ten round decision favored Root over McCoy who pressed early but failed to land consistently. The referee Masterson officiated as Root connected mainly on the body while McCoy struggled to mount offense, sustaining punches through the later rounds.
An advertisement from the State Sy Institute at 623 Berry St FL Wayne Indiana promises a rapid permanent cure for blood poison. It claims success even in severe cases with skin sores, bone involvement, and tissue damage, offering free plain wrappers for the treatment and urging readers to write for details.
In acceptance of a match with Jimmy Britt, Jaber White the English lightweight champion fixed June as the fight date, making it difficult for Yosemite club to stage the contest due to May permit calls. Britt has given sanction to the arrangements. The article also notes major racing events across Memphis New York Chicago St. Louis and Ottawa Fort Riley and Lawrence with various results and entries among prominent horses and runners.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a local game or event note with unclear names and numbers. It mentions Washburn, Topelete, and Shaning with errors cited. The garbled lines suggest a report on a training or match, but details remain unreadable.
In Chicago the season opens as Harper, Petz, Kilng and Rais contribute for the home club while New York tops Brooklyn at Washington Park. Attendees reported strong crowds and tight pitching as Mularkey Moran and Duggan Roth featured in a tense series start.
The league opened with Peredit and Cleveland, Detroit, Philadelphia, Washington, and St. Louis each hosting games. Crowds filled stands despite cold weather. Philadelphia and New York posted decisive victories while Boston and Cleveland struggled with timely batting and fielding. Attendance figures and scores varied, marking a high season debut across cities.
The Columbus club won its protest against Clingman with details of infield interference and a fourth inning run. Attendance was reported. game outcome affected by an error, with Toledo scoring late in the game.
A historical testimonial endorses Paine's Celery Compound as a remedy for kidney acidity and nerve fatigue. The letter from A T Winters of Cincinnati describes severe illness in 1904, with gouty rheumatism and uric acid in blood, praising the tonic after five bottles and claiming restored health, appetite, sleep, and strength.
Philadelphia’s Phillies top the Athletes in recent exhibitions as Billy Keister homers and George Van Hattrent shows steady fielding. Cincinnati fans vent frustration after a loss to Pitlshore while John Brus blocks extensions at New York park courtesy. Batting slumps, erratic hitting, and rookie errors highlight spring reports from Gotham to Brooklyn with players like Ned Hanton and Jimmy Williams drawing attention.
A fragment reports on a “White Ribbon Remedy 2” claimed to be distributable in water, tea, or cider without patient knowledge. It mentions the social drinker, alcoholic use, and warnings about misuse, with references to Mrs A Townpend and the Women’s Christian association in uncertain phrasing.
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