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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1904

Page

3

Leavenworth Trial Probes Blind Right Side in Injury Case

In Leavenworth on April 29 a district court trial for a $12,500 damage claim from Rose Kha verdus focuses on her alleged complete paralysis of the right side. Physicians debate sensory and motor nerve involvement as lawyers clash over examination methods and testimony. The bench rules physicians may not perform certain demonstrations and the session draws a crowded audience seeking answers.

Leavenworth Kas The Times Judes Gilfpatrick Rose Kha Kansas City Rene Opurt

Mining Theories Meet Rich Gold Deposit Claims

The Atchison Globe reports a rich gold deposit with daily extractions around $1,000. The speaker notes that all mining theories point to this lucrative vein, suggesting substantial value and ongoing processing of the ore.

Atchison Globe

Twenty fifth Leavenworth druggists convention planned

Leavenworth Kansas April 29 plans by the Leavenworth Druggists Association for the Kansas State Pharmaceutical association meeting here May 24 25 and 26. An entertainment program for 400 guests includes a carriage ride to the fort a reception and dance and a trolley trip to Lansing and the penitentiary. A band concert and soldiers home visit are also noted with a moonlight river excursion. The conference will hold its business sessions at Bika hall with Phinters hotel as headquarters.

Leavenworth Kan Leavenworth Druggicis’ Association Kansas State Pharma_ceutical association Uve Bika’ Hall Phinters Kansas City- Leavenworth Lansing Wing Hall

Knights and Ladies of Security elect delegates in Mankato meeting

In Mankato on April 28 the Knights and Ladies of Security chose HL. M. Poe of Norton as delegate to the national council in St. Louis with Lt. Boyd of Hassell named alternate. The next meeting will be in Dawna. There are 25 members in the Sixth district. notable attendees included LH. Boyd of Tunsell and JH Smith, Downs postmaster.

Kiigits Ladies of Security Mankato Mankito Knigits HL. M. Poe Norton Delngate Aneeue St. Low Lt. Boyd Hassell Dawna Embra LH. Boyd Tunsell JH Smith Downs

Wells and pipeline strike temp relief delays end

The article notes ongoing difficulties with the wells and pipeline, describing present conditions as temporary. It warns permanent relief hinges on the completion of the pipeline and refinery construction, with concerns extending far from the current Pine Une building toward the Cuney tank arm.

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Rain theory debate: Kansas rainfall from Gulf winds

Lawrence April reports Dr. F H Snow of the University of Kansas disputes the mountain snow theory of Kansas rainfall. He argues moisture comes from Gulf winds across New Mexico and western Texas, with eastern Kansas receiving rain from south and southwest winds while western regions lie drier. The assertion follows weather bureau notes of low snowfall in the Rockies and irrigation concerns on the Pinute river.

Lawrence Gulf Kan Kansas Rocky Mountains Colorado F. H. Snow University of Kansas Gulf of Mexico Snow United States Weather Bureau Nebraska Pinute Rockies Rocky Mountain New Mexico Texas Oklahoma Missouri Iowa Pureus Dakotas Dr. Snow

Bethany College to elect new president at conference

The Kansas conference of the Swedish Lutheran church holds its annual meeting at Salemsburg near here. Elections will choose a Bethany College president to succeed Dr Carl Swensson. The presidency requires an ordained Swedish Lutheran minister, narrowing candidates to Rev Ernst Pthiblad or Rev G A Brandefle of Denver.

Nethany College Lindstorg Kansas Swedish Lutheran Church Salemsburg Here Colorado Texan Western Bethany College Orphan Bone Mahiddhi Ate Carl Swensson Imyman W. A. Granville Yale University Rank Nelson Ernst Pthiblad G. A. Brandefle Denver

Controversy Over Chicken Theft Law Reaches State Supreme Court

Paola Kansas April 29 the state supreme court will hear a dispute between N E B Jewett warden of the penitentiary and Judge Sheldon over jurisdiction. A man convicted of chicken theft under a 2008 law faced misdemeanor or felony penalties. the indeterminate sentence led to a habeas corpus fight. Jewett refuses to surrender the convict, Sheldon cites contempt, may bring an interesting close. Also mentions Russian relief party and Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup endorsement.

Paola Kan E. B. Jewett Sheldon Dreshtent Jewett

Light Heavyweight Fighters Brawl Set for Ratified Waterly

The sporting note confirms a planned bout between light heavyweights with ratification expected soon. Promotion details, venue, and exact bout date remain to be finalized, while teams and organizers push to finalize contracts.

Rout to Meet Gardner in Six Round Title Prelude

In Chicago April 26 a big West Side boxing card unfolds Monday night at Waverly Athletic. headlining is Jack Rout from Bohemia versus George Gardner former light heavyweight champion for six rounds. The pair are viewed as among the best in their weight and the bout follows a long series of closely contested clashes. The card, arranged by Sam Bydler, features Eadie Sullivan, Packie Leyden, Kid Farmer, Jimmy Hoss, Mike Harty, and Diamond Dick against Fred Cooley with catchweights listed for Gardner and Rout. Previous bouts between Rout and Gardner included a hard draw, a seven round loss by Gardner on a foul, a seventeen round win for Gardner at Fort Erie, and another six round draw. The event promises a stacked card and likely decisive outcomes for the longtime rivals.

Waverly Athleticial Jack Rout George Gardner Lowell Fyth Valr Sam Bydler Am Foul Ollg Eadie Sullivan Packie Leyden Farmer Amoung Iss Patie Jimmy Hoss Mike Harty Diamond Dick Fred Cooley Jack Root Maesemi George Wits Am Heteran Mitch Root Gardner Battery D Fort Erie

Cars for Card Players on Chicago Eastern limited car

The American Car & Foundry company is building a division of the Frisco system to equip a Chicago Eastern Illinois line car with card rooms and private seating for gamblers. The interior features four-man tables, five smaller rooms, and a wide aisle with lattice and curtains for privacy.

Hake Siewear Kentucky Han Chicago Will Raf Reid American Car & Foundry Company Tita Deen Chicago & Reastern Illinois Frisco Furniaken

Roving boxing and racing notes from St Louis to Pittsburg

In a hectic set of reports from St Louis and New York, boxing bouts end in stoppages and send a fighter to the canvas early, while racing at Jamaica and Frise features upset favorites. Pat Donovan leaves St Louis for Washington as baseball moves include Milwaukee’s pitcher sale and a Missouri versus Missouri college game in Columbia.

Frise San Francisco Oakland J. T. Sheehan Cardinal Barto Mead Dance Town Missouri Columbia Anr Towa. University University of Biesourt North Cult Keratemeyer Inwa Kratemerer Brike Northcatt Batley

Leaguers Rally as Chorus of Cheers Echoes

In a torn fragment, Pontes deafening crowd cheers rise while innings show shaky scoring. Batteries Halla Torrence and Bughee and Mulin are named with an umpire noted, leaving the rest unread but hinting at a tense game and a disputed call.

Pontes Pases Halla Bughee Mulin

National League Clash in St Louis Sets Stage for Cincinnati

In a key season clash at St Louis, Jack Taylor led the locals with stellar hitting as Cincinnati fell four times. Attendance around 1,090. Batteries Taylor and Byers for St Louis, Walker and Schley for Cincinnati. American League notes cite Detroit near shutout as Killian and Woods hold on. Patterson and Berry contribute in the Detroit effort. Attendance reported around 99. Soak nore and Ch 0008960305.

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Western League action notes at Colorado Springs

Western League report from Colorado Springs highlights a walkover win for the home club as Cushman exits after an ineffective second inning. Mentions Mehes Milan Horver and McCausland. Also references St Joseph Sioux opening plays with McConnell Diehl Linderman and Bieregrania. Denver leads standings with a strong record.

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Taylor divorced after deposition in chancery court

Knoxville April 3 Mrs Ret. Taylor Wan granted a divorce from former Governor Hubert J. Taylor in chancery court after witness depositions. Alimony referred to the court master for retirement. Taylor served three terms as governor and held a national reputation as lecturer and musician.

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