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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1903

Page

9

Divorce suit opens over Southern romance tale

Fort Scott, Kan Aug 1 A district court suit filed by J Mr Buimionrey alleges deceit and coercion led a sixteen year old Louisiana woman to marry a Missouri man. The petition claims fraud fear and manipulation caused the marriage and subsequent separation with the husband leaving the scene. The case grows from a prior published romance and names Louisianan J Cox and Mine Let the Pox as principals.

Fort Scott Kan District Court Buimion Rey Cox Muiifield Tate Alo Rhesium Redhelt Louisianntn

Tigers Days at Soldiers Reunion Flag Day Pittsburg

On Flag Day in Pittsburg a soldiers reunion marked by flags and a varied program. The afternoon featured a chief address by Cen Reaneman Calderhead of the Fifth district, followed by a campfire speech from Department Commander W. A Emit.

Pittsburg Ken Cnlls Cen- Reaneman Calderhead W. A Emit

Cured of Cancer Claims by Blood Purifier

An early 20th century advertisement promotes Beggs' Blood Purifier claiming to cure cancer and a long list of diseases including skin, bone, stomach, kidney, rheumatic, nervous, goitre, epilepsy, and venereal diseases. The ornate text promises universal efficacy and urges readers to try the product despite dubious medical validation.

St. Vitus

It Is the Only Perfect Tonic and Purifier

An old medical advert promotes a broad purifier described as purifying the blood and nerve system, expelling waste and toxins, and strengthening the body. It claims to combat disease germs and restore health, urging readers to purchase a large bottle for 1.00 through their dealer.

Attic boom reshapes small Russian town in Gratiam county

The little Zoe town of St. Peter in Gratiam County experiences a housing boom as wheat crops prosper and new dwellings rise. German descent residents, late century settlers along the Yor River, prepare for harvest and winter merriment as the town grows and the parish priest’s residence is upgraded.

Ave. L St. Peter Gratiam County Yora

Mob Victim Getting Even In Eureka Mob Action

Merrick, a young farmer from Madison north of Eureka, was attacked by a mob outside town, stone and whip threats made, and warned not to return. County attorney advised retreat for treatment as warrants were issued for several men, including Pettyjohn and Elliott, all well known in northern Greenwood County, with civil suits for 15 600 pending against the defendants.

Berekm Aug J. Merrick Madison Hese Thureday Merrick Bose Sterrick Eureka Ikea Wildeny Pettyjohn Filbrett Arhard Eiliott Nea Ee Scott Frank Boott Rank Bel Hina Ai Schelin Butlins Eroy Gare Rel Alex Hensley Wil Lewis Greenwood County Bend Sertember Albert Mate Tom Willame Bation Cnurt

Armourdaje Citizens Debate Federal Probe in Charity Case

Armourdale hosts a meeting to pursue a federal inquiry into the Joint Relief Committee of Kansas Citys over funds trust. William H. Daniels and C. Piienick were instructed to seek legal counsel and report back at Lyor's Hill tonight. Aunt Julia Langevin, once a Lincoln family servant, dies near Leavenworth after years of sharing White House memories. A Leavenworth oil and gas venture begins, sinking two wells with new drilling rigs expected. Jeanette Nice, Wichita, records her birth in 1847 and her forebear’s wartime freedom and Kentucky residence.

Armourumie Armourdale Kansas Citys Tee Rees Soaoeieiea William H. Daniels Mestraull C. [Piienick Nenworth Lincoln Leavenworth Julia. Langevin Firsident Washington Elatt Miles Weel Julia Nervant

Jeffries Faces Corbett Talk as Boxing Campes Contend

In Cano Francisco Calif dated Aug 11 Corbett and Jeffries discussed strengths and weaknesses of their upcoming clash. Jeffries predicted Corbett would push for twenty rounds while admitting Corbett’s training and size pose challenge. Jeffries praised his own conditioning and joked with a police officer who visited the camp, noting their lively sparring and fitness routines.

Canoe Francisco Cal Corbett Jeffries Billy Delaney Jeffs Joe Kennedy Jack Jeffries Welgitte Jett Cortett Dante Jeff Iy Corbett Fitzsimmons Fliesimmans Guardian of the Law Jeffriew

Harbin Springs Camp Builds a Bigger Champion

In intense camp joy the athlete works and plays, growing daily bigger and stronger. The huge champion remains calm and phlegmatic through the rigors, shaping a formidable presence for the season ahead.

Harbin Springs Jeht

Lou Dillon Sets New Trot Record at Cleveland Track

At Glenville in Cleveland on August 1 Lou Dillon owned by C. K. G. Billings and driven by Milard Sanders broke her second Friday record despite a strong headwind. Her mile time reached 2.02 1/2, beating her own previous mark and The Abbott’s by small margins, with about 7,100 in attendance. Den Patch paced a fast mile, and Rubinzola won the 2:29 pace. Other results included Ebony King’s 2:26 pace and Winteld Stratton’s 2:07 pace.

Cleveland Lou Dillon C.K. G. Billings Chicago Milard Sanders Glenville Crescens Abbott Tie den Patch Myron McHenry Rubinzola Ebony King Winteld Stratton Captain Sphing Charlie Hays Tivch

New Umpire to Fill National League Vacancy

A telegram from National League President Pulliam indicates the early removal of Umpire Moran and the appointment of Frank, who played with Detroit in the old Western league, to the vacancy. Protests against Moran’s continuation flood Push Pulliam as city after city voices unflattering opinions of Moran’s abilities. Ivars, a recent high school coach and former major league umpire, was recommended to Ban Johnson but no vacancy existed.

St. Louis Puillim National Jeague Moran Frank Detroit National Star Pulliam Wuoh Ban Johnson White Stockings Comlakey Comiskey Anil Texas

Pirates Hold Crucial Edge In Series Talk

Aug 1 report notes Captain Larry La Clever backs Pittsburgh against tough American League foes, with Taeyfuss opposing view. Teases potential lineup changes as Comiskey rebuilds, mentions O’Keefe bout weight dispute and Reagan sale to Cincinnati.

Larry LaClever Taeyfuss Pittsburg Cincinnati Ligue Cincinnati Arthur Reagan Dallas Jenkies W.erences Texas Ind Cineinnati Nereby Denmond Reagan Feagan

Saugus Racing Suspends Don Carr Driver for Year

Old Saugus two week meeting ended with favorites dominant. In the 2:18 pace fourth heat Fred Clark driving Don Carr dropped third heat winner John Payne took fourth heat and race. Clark and horse suspended for one year.

Saugus Mass Old Saugus Stack Plosea Prigay Fred Clark Don Carr John Payne Clark

Kansas City Routs Geariten Beoes In Uneven Game

An imperfect report notes Kansas City defeating Geariten Beoes with a late ninth inning surge. The piece mentions a rough crowd reaction to umpiring and attendance around 1,500 as part of a jumbled account of a baseball game and scattered fair listings.

Kansas City Pensentville Louisville Atturies Cibeon Sehriver Ind ‘Butler Bet

Missouri Valley League Exhibition at Sedalia Review

Report from Sedalia on a lopsided Missouri Valley League exhibition where errors padded the local score. Individuals named include Sedalia players Curtis and Schrant, Iola’s Bouldin and Acmetrong, with Joplin, Tate, Speingteld, and Stoner among participants. Numerous county fair associations and secretaries listed in a long OCR-heavy record.

Sedalia

Ill Formed Baseball Play By Play Fragment

Incomplete OCR text notes a baseball game with scattered names like Batterson Flaherty McFarland and McGuire Perry. Mentions St Louis players batting in two innings and a nine run game, but many words are garbled and unclear.

Cmicago Boer Steve Inl Peepeeongs Batterson-Flaherty and McFarland Jom Defrott St. Louis Mayees Corporsn Watt Juncaer McGuire Perry

Missouri Valley League Standings and Scores

The Pittsburg Missouri Valley league team defeated the Blues 5 to 1 in a close game at home. Helder starred for the local club in a tense features match. columns and scoring details include Columbus 5, Pittsburg 7, with batteries Haxter Finney and Redman. Moran defeated the visiting squad in a summer effort to secure a win.

Rhe Cheek Lawtner Pittsburg Blues Helder Ea Eee Moran

Mother's Friend Promises Painless Maternity Aid

Becomes a trusted remedy for expectant mothers guiding through pregnancy's perilous period. It claims to lessen pain and danger, ease nervous distress, and prepare the system for childbirth. Widely praised as valuable, the product is sold as a one dollar bottle with a free information book from Radfield Regulator Co. Atlanta Ga.

Radfield Regulator CO Atlanta

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