McCoy and Corbett Set for Madison Square Garden Fight
The rivals Corbett and McCoy completed training for their bout at Madison Square Garden. Corbett, after Bath Beach sessions, predicts a ten round finish and aims to prove he can outbox McCoy, while McCoy asserts confidence in a decisive victory within ten rounds. Both fighters expect the outcome to favor their own plan and claim superior punching power.
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New York
Aus
Corbett
McCoy
Madison Square Garden
Bath Beach
Fitssimmons
Carson City
Dla
Jeffries
Coney Island
Witzsimmons
Ayas
Ian Ponay
Belover
Division of China War News and Manchester Bankruptcy
A London dispatch reports ongoing confusion over the Chinese question with unconfirmed claims of a Pekin battle and Russian plans to annex Manchuria, while Amoy troop landings are cited as a Japanese counter. The possibility of war consequences suggests China’s fate may favor Russia Germany or Japan. Also London notes the Duke of Manchester was declared bankrupt, resigning from clubs.
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New York
the Tribune
London
St Petersburg
Pekin
Stock Exchange
Washington
Russia
United States
Manchuria
Amoy
Shanghai
Cithe Aes
Pa Kien
Tokio
China
Japan
Germany
Frwt
Will
Manchester
Duke of Manchester
Jockey Rete Victory at York Meeting
London racing at York during the August meeting saw Ebora two sovereigns win the race. Jockey Hereford claimed victory aboard Hy Thridden Ue ge Rete with a notable performance on day two.
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Reiff Rete
London
York
W. Hereeford
Obituary Tally Reflects Health Improve and Leadership
In a republic notice an obituary tally indicates improved health and a planned resume of public affairs direction by a Chilean figure at month end September. The brief notes a return to leadership amid governance transitions and ongoing public service.
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Republic
Postofics ewe Toveott. Mich. Aur. Em otter tered
Fragmentary notes describe a night event and a remark about fortune and a friend. The text is garbled with multiple partial phrases and unclear names, making precise facts difficult to confirm.
Salomon Talks Railroads and European Coal Trade
In New York, William Salomon, chairman of the executive committee of Baltimore & Ohio, says the road will keep off the water and seeks Curtis Bay facilities to ship coal to Europe. He notes $300,000 for track and bed improvements and potential growth if European demand materializes, with Pennsylvanian and Virginian mines expanding to meet export needs.
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Salomon
New York
William Salomon
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Europe
Curtie Bay
Balre
Baltimore
Curtis Bay
United States
New England
North American
Baltimore & Ohio
England
Mediterranean
Lem
William L. Sweet
Clearfield Bituminous Coal Corporation
Germany
France
Lily
Egypt
Quiri Frei
Gircelly
Iore
Saoreen
Judge Martins Letter Accepts Independent Nomination For Judge
Topeka Kansas August 27 1900 Judge Martin acknowledges receipt of nomination papers from Shawnee County voters for the district court. He pledges to serve faithfully and impartially, enforcing laws with justice and fairness, and seeks public confidence and respect while upholding constitutional governance.
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Topeka
Kas
J. &. Kaestaum
Curtis
John F. Carter
James Gillette
James Coddington
Thos
Ie Hoes
Peter feVieur
al Nose
W. H. Coultis
Alexander
J. Roar
I. B. Clarke
Third Judicial District
Shawnee
Kansas
Gentlerman
Baird Judicial Division
Toy Kulily
Pee Gee
Leading Lady Trials by Miss Lillian Mortimer in Stocks
Miss Lillian Mortimer, leading lady for Falk Veronee, reflects on stock company life at Hopkins theater Chicago. She notes long weeks of 14 performances, weekly bill changes, and 63 plays a year, with 520000 words memorized annually. She cites wardrobe costs about 75 dollars weekly, arguing leading ladies earn less than public perception suggests.
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Lillian Mortimer
Falk & Veronee Company
Hopkins Theater
Chicago
Miss Mortimer
Colored Men Act. Negroes Form Mercantile Corporation
A New York report states that the Capital Investment and Saree Company of New Jersey has filed articles of incorporation in Trenton. Seven incorporators include Albert E. Holmes, G Weaver, and Alfred B. Casey. The firm, with a $75,000 capital stock, aims to supply families, operate stores, and engage in real estate across multiple states and abroad, including Cuba. Offices are in Newark and Washington, with negotiations to expand to Cuba. The note quotes an incorporator on elevating the race through enterprise and education, stressing that business channels benefit the colored community.
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New York
Trenton
Capital Investment and
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
Chicago
Cincinnati
81 House
Wilmington
Del
Echmond
Norfolk
United States
Albert E. Holmes
Jersey City
Dr. G._ Weaver
Orange
Alfred B. Casey
Newark
N. J
Cuba
Uint
Princess Halzfeldt Remains in Europe Reported
Aug 2. A brief dispatch from New York states Princess Halzfeldt is still in Europe. The report notes Boreas was not a passenger and the Southern railway saved her absence from travel. details remain unclear.
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Princess Halzfeldt
Europe
New York
Itt Waa
Boreas
Es Southern Ee Railway Aaves
Eops
Wanted in Missouri Seen Near Kansas City, Bodies Found
A fragmentary report notes a person of interest linked to a Missouri case was seen near Kansas City. Police found bodies at night and pursued leads as authorities tighten the search.
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Missouri
Kansas
Walil Daat
Bargain Suit and Sock Sale Ad Amid Special Hours
Classified ad lists mens 20 cent black socks and mens serge and fine cassimere suits offered during specified hours. Socks priced at 2 for 20 cents. suits at 6.50 dollars each and 10 dollars for rare sets. Indicates a temporary promotional sale with time constraints.
Hats and Socks Sale Ad Prices and Hours
An old advertisement lists Den's item prices including hats in all shapes and colors at 3.00 and 2.25 during specified hours, plus black socks offered at 0.10 per pair with a quantity note of 35 dozen.
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C. Godman
Soason
Oxford
South African War Update from London Dispatch
London dispatch notes uncertain progress in the Boer War with Lord Roberts and General Buller. Boers retreat two miles after a day of fighting near the Dalmanatha line. British gains brief but possible strategic advantages as field movements proceed slowly.
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New York
Tribune
London
Lord Roberty
Botha
Pretoria
Transvaal
Roberts
Butters
Buller
Dalmanatha
Charles Williams
Knights of Columbus Lodge Organized in Topeka
Topeka council No. 624 is formed as a focal Knights of Columbus lodge. Officers named include Grand Knight Howard L. Mooney, Deputy Grand Knight J W Gibbon, Chancellor Richard Hayden, Warden M J Fitzgerald, Financial Secretary T J Coughlin, Treasurer T M Delahoyde, Recorder John Ganson, Lecturer J J, with trustees J F McManus, William Morrisy and William Meoghan. A degree team from Kansas City is noted.
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Topeka
Richard Hayden
M. J. Fitzgerald
T. J. Coughlin
T. ‘M. Delahoyde
John Ganson
J. J
J. F. McManus
William Morrisy
William Meoghan
Kansas City
St. Louis work to begin in September at corner site
A work project for St. Louis will start in September with no hall chosen yet. The anticipated site is the corner of Seventh Street and Kansas Avenue where preparations will be made.
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St. Louie
Saveniltreet
Kansas Avenue
Standard Oil to Purchase Wells Product
Reported in Los Angeles that Standard Oil Company plans to buy wells output soon. Representatives will visit Bakersfield to confer with local banks and industry groups to formalize a potential deal and streamline supplies.
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Los Angeles
Can
Standard Il
Bia
Are
Atgnaura OU
Hakersfeld
Pr Cern Association
Suminon
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Norte Room
Topeka Water Co
Quincy Street
T. J. Coughlin Hdw. Co
Hans
E. W. Howe
Chas Dudley Warner
W. D. Howells
Century
Mark
W. Cable
Saturday Review
Edinburg Review
Coun- Seases
B. Ketagaty
Soustey Town
P Cover
Lea
M’coy and Corbett
Division OF China
Calumet Rovas
the New Model Supply Store
Kemper & Paxtons
Sixth & Quincy
Kemper
Clothing Department
Madras
Shoe Department
Woodmen
Via
Rock Island
Alma
Kan
A. M. Fuller, C. P. A
T. F. Lannan
Kinley & Lamnas
Rubber Tire Wheel Co
Fifth and
Jackson
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