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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1901

Page

9

Elashed Under the Wire Bhow ing Mile in 2408 1-4

The famed trotting mile at Cleveland drew over 12 000 spectators as the champion horse led to a dramatic finish within a minute and set a new world mark amid windy, variable weather. Distantly reported were the crowds and the nearby racing drama, with track conditions described as rain relief and a fast surface.

Pet Ever Towler Ned Bright Odes Owen Waltad Ark Wes Murren Hia Brates Wea Eas Dan Crenceus Gumety xUnper Pete Tee Tai Chen Tor Bert Joes Hunt Snails

Whitney Plans Purchase of Kennington Stud and Others

In Kentucky on August 2, W C Whitney, the New York millionaire turfman, intends to acquire Ken breeding establishment and related assets. Mis secretary secures an option on the property and other interests as part of the deal.

Mis Kicgeton Stud W. C .Whities New York

Fragmented 19th century notes mix farms and golf feats

Disconnected items report a farm sale with a Breeding plant in this city and a 100 euro price, then shift to Willie Fisher at Feenet park hitting a golf shot 99 yards into a lake. Other notes mention Lady Dixon lineage, Colonel Clay breeding, and bets on horse colts with prices in five figures.

James H Pergushn I G. Burky Lady Dixon Dison—Hepcat Janes Ri Keene EB PF Clay An St. Louie Willie Fisher Feenet Park Willis Hall Joe Stewart Das Willte Hail Stewart Wiliie

Jubilee planned in Wellington Kansas with September dates

Wellington dismisses silk parade issues and marks jubilee from September 24 to 28. A flower parade and a wheat parade are proposed with a midway planned near Harvey Avenue east of B Street. Officials expect first class attractions and seek economic, safe arrangements for the event.

Wellington Jacuaive Indie Callort Herrix & Cheip Harvey Avenue Kew

Stoppped an Elopement in Garnett Ot tawa Aug 3

The Rev Mr Allen of Ot taw a Christian church stopped the elopement of his 14 year old son Edward and 34 year old girl Miss Greer both from Garnett The boy knew the girl only two weeks The pair planned to elope on the same train Mr Allen compelled their return and the youth faced reform school unless he went home

Garnett Mr. Allen Christian Church Ottawe Edward Atin Greer Alien Migs Greer Allen

Big Money in Fruits on a Patchwork Farm

A farmer near Detroit Dickinken county earned substantial income this year from small strawberry patches and a few beds of comitods. He planted about one-fifth of an acre in strawberries, selling over two hundred dollars, and harvested about a tenth of an acre of comitods yielding around forty dollars.

Detroit Dickinken County Comitods

Little's New Home in Kansas City Area

Fa Lito of Abilene has bought a residence near Postmaster Barnes in Kansas City Kansas. He does not say he will move immediately but hints he may relocate there someday. Private business interests may prompt him to be near the local operations scene.

Kansas City Kan Fa Lito Abilene Barnes Fie Tome Tims

Kansas Bate Agricultural college feeds Brown Leghorn chicks

Aug 2 Kansas State College received 60 pure Brown Leghorn chicks from C. & Smith Lyndon for feeding experiments to determine optimal Kansas feed blends. The project marks the college Judging School as the first such poultry program in the United States. In other notes pensions were granted to several Kansans and Adam Schilling of Hiawatha died at home after years of service to his community.

Adam Schilling Hiawatha Rohitttnie Germany America New York Tres Schilling

Atchison and Salina News Briefs Summary

August reports show July receipts rising sharply at the Atchison post office with word that the assistant postmaster could earn about $5,000 yearly if the trend continues. In Salina, thieves use carted pasture to steal cattle, while a Smolen elevator collapsed under load, scattering 3,008 bushels of wheat. Local farmers prepare for a strong corn harvest aided by favorable weather.

Salina Apmiria Here Salina, Aue Smolen Salina AM End

Corn and markets mix in weather and trade notes

New York reports favorable weather saving late planted corn and aiding spring crops while copper and wheat futures show volatility. Public notices include Roosevelts Rough Riders elect officers in Colorado Springs.

Rough Riders Colorado Springs Col Roosevelt Rough Riders’ Association Bere Fred K. Miller Santa Fe N. M Dave Leahy Haron Tervier King Henley Winslow Arizona W B. Dame Cerrillos

Col ds Rinits cures and prevents Cousiy final garble

Fragmentary medical note describes cures and prevention methods for a cold like illness. Mentions stomach issues and unspecified treatments. Source readability is poor and limits clear extraction of names or dates.

Temperance union offer sparks church debate and resignations

A controversial offer to Rev F W Emerson from the State Temperance Union triggered objections led by Mrs Thurston and caused his resignation to be withdrawn. Emerso n remains in his pulpit as ministers discuss union tactics and future lecturing roles while other church events and services are scheduled across Topeka.

F. W. Emerson Radal Breonse State Temperance Union Emerson A. Thurston Temperanes Aleg The Mr. Tmerson Mattoe

Church Notes and Public Services Amid City Streets

The note lists church events and public services around Topeka streets between Sixth and Seventh avenues. It mentions the Sev. FEA and state Public Instruction superintendent Nelson. It notes morning and evening services at various churches and Sunday programs for children.

Fan Cinitch Werman Nie Nelson State Superintendent of Public, Instruction Will Hrerinen Pane Ane Fiest Caren Topeka Agente Rela Et Kiornis

Worship and Evening Services Noted at Local Churches

A garbled church bulletin lists service changes for the day with no evening Previvterlin church event. It mentions Grace Cathedral and St. Simon's with morning sermons, Sunday school, and Holy Communion plans, plus notes on choir and violin performances and a ninth fete.

Church the Good Shepherd North Topeka Grace Cathedral Cao Frank Te Mitt Eymie Tanon St. Simon's Western Avenue Siujiony Seriman

A Truce at Frisco in Labor Talks Stalling

San Francisco labor unrest lingers as Mayor Pholan seeks an amicable settlement. The Central Federation delays decisive action to secure a final compromise statement from the employers' association. Labor leaders threaten a general strike if talks fail, and the labor council grants power to call unions as needed. The teamsters dispute remains unresolved amid ongoing tensions.

San Francisco Cal Pholan Vile City Muyors Cli Front Employers’ Association Sivén Labor Council Sounell Thy Brotherhood of Teamsters

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