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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1902
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR describes Peter Power and others in a mortgage dispute. Witnesses reference payments, equity stakes, a party figure, and daily involvement in court proceedings. Details are unclear, with many garbled names and locations.
Police confronted Teo pollconen and five attackers early today at 68 Archer Avenue Loomis. An officer Fatima O Connor tried to intervene as one assailant fled the scene, later dying in custody. The officer and others were wounded but the suspect’s death was confirmed by authorities.
Pennsylvania led with multiple event wins in the Intercollegiate meet, Harvard claimed the one mile and relay titles in new marks, while Cornell and other rivals chased records. Notable performances included pole vault heights, sprint times, and the Fort Scott school’s rising star Blaire, with notable efforts from Hampden and Chicago participants in the weekend carnival.
Washburn dominates Vermillion in a lopsided victory. scattered OCR noise and unclear fragments hint at a national league context and a Cincinnati reference amid unclear lines. The clearest fact is Washburn's decisive win at Vermillion with strong play throughout.
Reports from multiple Western League games show Denver losing a close contest while others feature Des Moines Peoria Omaha and Colorado Springs with varied innings scores. Seamus Cassidy and Armando Emig are noted in summaries as players contributing to late rallies and key hits during Sunday play.
In St Louis a baseball clash featured Seer eee eran ov fae 60s Bitteriee Sica, Gurus and Sullivan in a tight scoreline. Wallace delivered a ninth inning rally to save the Bi la Seas from collapse as crowd roared, while Powell and others contributed to the scoring surge.
In Louisville a game featuring Altrock Burtuy and local players ended with a tentative scoreline amid a noisy crowd. Columbus showed strength with Val Mat defeating Sanday as Paul Dan ham faced tough defense. Milwauker and others posted competitive plays. Attendance and individual highlights noted.
The schooner Borkiow from Marine City wrecked near Put-in-Bay after a gale. Captain Robert Pardy of Maine City, his wife, and his stepson Alexander Morrie, 10, died. Sailor Dick Burke of Port Huraty survived after rescue by Sandusky life savers, who tried repeatedly to reach the wreck. Burke described the boat flung to one side, occupants thrown into the water, and the crew unable to save all aboard.
Henry Donahue faces expulsion from Argentine following public pressure over a recent jury acquittal in the Nouk Long case. Rhoda Taylor reiterates Donahue’s guilt while detailing local plans to remove him and his family, with County Attorney E. A. Frrient pursuing charges related to the case. The community remains unsettled as authorities decide on deportation terms and related legal actions continuing into the June term.
In a city revival of his medical practice, Dr J W Clawson alias George B Howard returns to duty as a physician. He was arrested years ago after an escaped federal verdict from the Chester US penitentiary. previously convicted of pension fraud in Illinois and escaped the penitentiary. Authorities tracked him via a questionable letter written from Washington. He was released March 2 and has since served as a Home buxteedy in Warkington before resuming medical work.
In Emporia on a spring evening Rev Wo Pollet, pastor of St James NoStem Baptist Church, fired five shots at Isaiah Edmondsly during a dispute on Third Street after the two men argued with bystanders present. Pollet surrendered to Sheriff O Connor and appeared calm but nervous. Authorities note the incident follows a recent revival and baptisms at Cottonwood River. The shooting sparked speculation about jealousy and religious fervor. Meanwhile Fort Riley orders war department repairs including cavalry and artillery barracks alterations and construction.
Fragmented report details a resident’s desperate act at a fairground, jumping into a river after declaring intent to kill herself. Authorities located the body later, while a separate cattle sale drew attention with numerous bidders and high sentiment.
Rain of Sunday sweeps southern Kansas with heavy showers and thunder. Farmers discuss a wheat price boosting farmers combine in Okie counties. Salina advances with a new three story National Bank of America building. Found Dead in a Hotel records piano tuner Frank Boyten of Kansas City found dead at the Laclede Hotel in Pagis.
The San Francisco street railway strike ended with workers gaining their main demands. The United Railroads agreed to wage raises, a ten hour day, and overtime rules. The company pledges to address valid employee complaints promptly and to discipline workers who join rival unions, while resuming traffic with full operation today.
A fierce wind storm swept Pittsburg on Sunday causing two deaths and property damage. The Cumberland Accommodation wrecked near the city with a locomotive toppled. another worker died under debris. Telegraph lines were down and service disrupted as crews reported hazards from fallen poles and wires.
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In Ti Lasalle Illinois a family of seven is said to be held in a quiet room condition for four days by an alleged hypnotist. Rudolph Barta and his wife and five children are listed among victims. A man Leo Lenzer was killed amid the confusion, and a neighbor’s investigation led to a confession by a suspect who admitted using a pain stimulant and claiming to lift the spell, with efforts to awaken the others ongoing.
Boston guests Henry D Estabrook of Chicago and Captain Charles D Sesta spoke at a Middlesex club dinner in Brookline honoring General Funston. Captain Slesbes described the significance of the gift while Estabrook praised Grant and Funston's life and character. Reverend Morton paid tribute to Estabrook’s view of Funston and Senator Hour’s absence was noted.
A railroad builder named Joseph Morris Hickey, among the original settlers in Savaniual Vale, died April 3 after a long illness, likely consumption. Reports note he was unable to work and fell prey to illness as a resident of Missouri. Emperor Francis Joseph named Prince Henry of Prussia for a ceremonial appointment in Vienna on April 8. The text also mentions Allied renewal and concerns over alleged corruption and water issues in Waconda.
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