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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1904
Page
9
A Kansas newspaper item notes that a woman’s value lies in her services and comforting affections. It references social roles and expectations within the community, reflecting era norms and local attitudes toward women.
A lengthy, combative divorce case in Independence centers on Mary A. Baker suing for damages and spousal support against Garland Monun hells. The trial will resolve alleged brutality and the value of Baker’s affection, with attorney R. T. Stick-Rey leading Mrs Baker’s side and Clark & Brown handling the case.
Dodge City Globe Republic reports criticism of state homes for veterans including Waupaca and Colorado centers. It notes per capita costs and pension allocations, with Kansas pensions cited as high and led by veteran officers. Massachusetts and Michigan pension deductions are contrasted, highlighting policy debates over inmate support and clothing costs.
A Palmer widow sues for damages alleging a defective sidewalk caused Patrick Haley to fall on an icy morning near Second and Fifth streets. Haley died weeks later from injuries. Testimony from Postens supported the accident timeline. Mrs Posten aided in lifting Haley. The suit claims Haley broke ribs and died from the injuries.
Historic Osage City report notes a group of local investors and standard oil officials evaluating oil prospects on Capt Jessee’s farm three miles east of Osage City. The Jessee farm shows strong indications for oil, with notable interest from Osage City men including A Bowser and M Singleton. The piece also covers right of way payments, pumping stations planned along a northeast route, and local civic notices from Wichita and Lawrence about new lectures and rural delivery appointments.
Western Passenger Agent announces five daily trains from Kansas City to St Louis for tickets to the World’s Fair entry. Red Cedar lumber firms advertise durable Red Cedar posts and oak alternatives, with supply details from Thomas Lumber Company and U P Railway.
McChesney, the Macduff colt trained by Taylor, may not start in the Exelsior but is aimed for Jamaica meets and a possible appearance at the Brooklyn Handicap. McChesney, part of Mr Smathers stable, is being prepared for late races if warm weather aids conditioning. trainer says the big mare will race at Jamaica and in Westchester events, with jockey Fuller engaged to ride.
San Francisco April 14 to the Masonic Fraternities of Kansas Brights Disease and Diabetes are now curable with thousands of recoveries. Prominent Masons including Theo Reichert N W Spaulling and A G Deardorff are listed as endorsers. The message cites long suffering patients and affidavits to prove the cure claim amid a sense of duty to share the discovery.
In a rough boxing card on April 23 in Chicago and other cities, Chicago boxers won three bouts to Boston’s one. Martin Tufts defeated Billy B Melindy of Boston by knockout in the fourth round, as Duffy was knocked down twice and stopped for a nine count before a knockout early in the fourth. Weather and racing notes followed from Frisco. In San Francisco racing, J. T. Sheehan notched four wins, while Andrew B. Conk upset long shots, and other horses were shipped to Worthington. In New York, Jackey Oxil rie suffered a broken ankle, and Dixie Land won third. Milwaukee saw Neary beat Briggs on points, with Sisere also scoring a win.
The American League opener in Detroit drew a record crowd as both teams traded runs late and darkness halted play after 12 innings. New York shut out Washington in D C while Philadelphia defeated Boston. Cleveland won the season opener at home as 17,000 packed the city and sent Stricklett out early. National League action saw Cincinnati sweep at Pittsburgh and Boston beat Brooklyn in New York’s victory over Philadelphia. Standings show Boston and Brooklyn ahead in the early races with Chicago and others close behind.
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