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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1902
Page
3
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The veteran bettor E F Smathers criticized betting notoriety and exaggerated winnings. He said he would withdraw from the sport after his last wager, claiming too much attention and public notice distract from racing. Smathers described buying Lord Derby tickets worth large sums and noted recent Memphis and Hartford ties to his bets.
Dan Canker, famed for stage feats at Medivon Square Garden, describes his ongoing aerial bicycle act called the merle daze ele. He outlines a spiral bowl ride atop a towering structure, detailing the 60 degree inner slope, 40 foot spiral, and perilous balance with front and rear wheels near the edge. He recalls years away from stunt work, his need for a low gear to ascend the tower and a high gear for speed, and his aim to elevate trick riding beyond previous displays.
Reports from Lincoln Neb announce that Charles Shedd, a student at the Nebraska university, was operated on last evening for a serious condition. The success of the operation is uncertain due to potential tuberculosis, with his future plans unclear as he faces possible transfer to Frisco.
In the latest stewards ruling Jockey T Waler is allowed to accept no further engagements at present after two recent starts. The decision follows objections raised by officials and the rider's team pending further review and possible reinstatement.
New York reports that the opening attractions at Brooklyn and Suburban spring meetings close January 5 with Hermis, the 38 year old colt, favored to win both weight assignments. Entries from notable horses and the possibility of increased purses to ten thousand dollars plus incentives are noted, with several prospects from ledgers like Brown Hyphen and others aiming for top honors at Coney Island and related tracks.
Chicago bowlers dominate recent action as Empire team sets a 1103 record amid fierce competition. Beth and Weber lead impressive individual marks, with multiple clubs like the Colts and Shamrocks contributing strong scores. The Chicago League shows high scoring with several players nearing century thresholds and double centuries anticipated.
Milwaukee houses two baseball outfits as Western League shows intent to stay in the city. Merle Adkins says he will join the New York club next season and Duffy wants to sign two players for the Angels, while optimistic notes hail Milwaukee as a continuing base.
Fragmentary ad style notice lists Fenner Kidney Cure and Backache remedies. Mentions Dr Fenner, customers, weights, and various unnamed products. references to Saint Vitus dance and a general medical cure claim. Contains numerous illegible phrases and misprinted words from OCR.
In a frostbitten account from Denver and Lawrence details unfold as Star Painter stands lone in a northern stall while winter marches on. President M H Box ton resigns to focus on the Western League, promising better umpires and a fresh schedule open mid April. Major Taylor heads to Australia for exhibitions before Paris rides into the season.
A long article details Corrigan McKinney Co arranging a private Pullman car for a party including Mr Griffin and Mrs Griffin to travel south from New York. The car will be equipped with three sleeping rooms a dining room kitchen and porter service. The Pullman is arranged to cost a primary daily rate and is intended for comfort during winter travel with the Goulding party expected to depart Monday from Cleveland.
Bears appeared in Sussex County for the first time in many years. Reports describe encounters near Branchville Pond Swamp and Culver Lake with residents including Calvin Rore Thorne James Avery and Charles Rays. Bears also roam toward Decker farm Flat Brook and nearby villages, suspected to be wanderers from neighboring regions as hunting dogs pressure them.
Initial cost set at $100000 and 100 workers to be hired as a gas con cessions venture moves toward a temporary contract. Location is a twenty acre tract north of Chanute near the Katy and Santa Fe crossing, with Girard Brecking company seeking favorable terms and final papers to follow.
Mr. Johnson of the agriculture department visited the Fort Hays branch experiment station to plan cooperative irrigation work. Plans include locating a pump site, surveying land, and supplying a small engine and pump, with projected costs not exceeding about 600 dollars. The station has twenty two acres of land suitable for irrigation.
Mr. Johnson notes irrigation could greatly boost output on sod seeds sown last spring. He predicts a possible tripling of yield, urging appropriation before summer to fund water for crops as population grows and climate proves less reliable.
Annie Chatsey, 10, an orphan, was found unconscious in an Armourdale alley after swallowing Livdanium. Police later arrested James Dailey and George A. Leland, both 39 and 62, on suspicion of involvement. she was revived and taken to the Orleans home.
Cenvenlis Dec I W Sherman Post 143 G A R elected officers incl Commander BC Wheelers senior vice commander P P Way junior vice commander James Days quartermaster D W Tall surgeon Nines Reever Ghintain and J C Moore as officers of the day The post notes a new hall lit by electricity praised as comfortable and well arranged for gatherings
Officials at the federal prison welcome a new labor saving corn husker machine for farm use. If effective it could benefit farmers widely by increasing work efficiency at the government farm. Prison visitors and staff express optimism about the potential impact during the two week trial period.
Unclear handwriting details a man named W. Wilton nabbed in Winfield Kansas on December 1 facing forgery charges. The counterfeit order, drawn south of Cowley County, sought 316 dollars and involved a rural district’s treasurer and clerk.
Report notes numerous foxes in the Wilcox area with few natural enemies. Local resident Mr. Wilcox owns dogs and often hosts hunts, while a neighbor mentions tracking or observing the wildlife amid claimed abundance and activity.
Two Cleveland labor leaders H Schmees and Robert Bando prepared a detailed report on the actual cost of carrying a passenger on street railways. They examined wage costs, expenses, and earnings, using data from across the United States. The findings will be sent to the city’s fare committee chaired by Fred Hobby to inform potential fare reductions.
The article warns that malignant ulcers can begin from trifling causes like a boil abscess burn blister wart or pimple and that any slow healing sore requires alarm especially with family cancer history or suspected blood impurities. External salves cannot cure the cancer tainted blood must be purified to halt progression.
Cancer and ulcer sufferers are told S. S. S. can reach the disease through the bloodstream, purify blood, drive out poisons, and heal sores. The remedy is plant based, mineral free, and advertised with a free book offer from THE SWIFT SPECIFIC COMPANY in Atlanta GA.
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