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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
3
A 1910s Kansas notice profiles a famed American spy known for aiding Uncle Sam during the Philippine insurgency. It details his schooling at Fort Leavenworth, wartime service, and relentless pursuit of insurgent leaders, earning government recognition for widespread intelligence work.
Gawker City directors approve park expansion spending for the Chautauqua program, allocating about one hundred dollars per acre and planning further tree planting. The meeting notes praise the event, while officials in Garnett and Fredonia report new gas finds and a boxing bout with rising stakes.
A testimonial from Montana describes relief from depression and weakness after using Dr Miles’ Nervine and Heart Cure. The writer reports weight gain and improved health, praising the products and recommending them to others.
A British inquiry aims to study the physique of the English people amid urbanization. It notes movement from country to towns, strain on water supply, and changes in health and education. The London Spectator urges careful study of how schooling, ventilation, and city life affect future generations' welfare.
The Woman's Society of Pull River commemorates the 1821 skeleton discovery in armor near Hartwell Street. A 2 by 20 inch brass tablet marks the site of the finding at the former Moling location. Hannah Borden Cook, discoverer, and her husband Williams Cook led the search to the site, where the tall Indian skeleton dated about 160 years old was unearthed. The bones and brass arrows were housed at Fall River Museum.
Taken With Cramps during a trip on the bridge crew Lilliepeet, Willan Kirmane was overcome with cramps and suspected cholera. He received medicines from crew members including Daine and Ar, later regaining some movement after several doses.
In a San Francisco bout two fighters named Jim are contrasted as reporters note the champion lacks finishing power and relies on sustained hammering. Observers debate whether Corbett can avoid a decisive blow and survive a drawn out contest.
Minneapolis writer reports Dr. Harry L. Williams Minnesota football coach supports a single rule set for all colleges. He cites Walter Camp and others on the intercollegiate rules committee and argues changes won't lessen danger but may boost interest and spectacle, with more open play and prominent kicking.
The text discusses how value and emoluments attach to a championship, noting that today the ultimate prize is public opinion. It contrasts old notions of wealth with modern views, suggesting a winner’s claim rests on public approval rather than money.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a Philadelphia match or game with unclear scores and names, mentioning H. Ib ne and Tor herty of Eni ndelphia. Details are unreadable, but the snippet suggests a sports or game summary with partial player names.
American League President Ban Johnson visited Boston from New York to attend the game at the American Grounds. He praised Boston for pennant chances, forecast a Pittsburgh series for the world championship, and remarked on strong attendance with over 10 000 fans at the gate. He planned to remain in the West after his stay.
Cincinnati reports a sensational Wheeling dispatch stating Fred Clarke, famed player-manager of the champion Pirates, has signed a five year contract to manage the Philadelphia Nationals, with Hans Wagner reportedly involved.
A fragmented summary discusses Jeffries and Corbett remarks on training and punching power, comparing their styles and expectations for a forthcoming match. It covers training routines, glove choices, and opinions from Delaney and others, plus race results from New York and St Louis racing events with multiple horses and drivers mentioned.
At Fort Leavenworth range two days of preliminaries in the infantry competition produced strong scores despite rain and wind. First Sergeant Archie Dueberry and Sergeant Adam J. Young tied for highest with 22 points.
Missouri Valley League spring street play ends 8 to 7 in favor of England after a tight two day match at Myopadiant club. Extra hole decided final clash between W C Clek of Harvard and C H Allison of Oxford, Alli clinching the win. Wagner shuttled Brooklyn in a National League game amid scattered hits. Western League results from Des Moines to Denver and Colorado Springs noted with several pitchers and score updates.
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