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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1902

Page

3

Court Holds Wife Entitled to Cash in Portland Case

Fragmentary OCR describes a court ruling where the wife is awarded cash rights in a Portland matter. The narrative references a husband, arrest, and accusations of theft or financial dispute amid irregularities, with unclear names and dates. The piece hints at a marriage ceremony and legal actions tied to a shared asset.

Portland Raymeiads & Bunting Hane Jostle Thom Harrison Coleano Harrieon Garemony

The Odd Pennies Emulsion Advertisement

An aged promotional notice promotes Scott's Emulsion, urging readers to avoid cheaper alternatives. It claims pennies saved vs pounds of flesh gained and appeals to those seeking quicker restoration of strength and flesh through the product.

Scott

American team to play in New York as lease signed

Sporting news reports a new American League team to be based in New York after a lease is signed for grounds at Lenox and 140th Street. The facility will seat about 15 000 with a 510 by 460 foot field, and preparations include announced players and management plans.

New York Lenox and 140Th Street

Collins After Warner in Boston Manager Plan

Boston manager Collins plans to attend the National League meeting in New York and urges retaliation against Warner. He discusses dissatisfaction with player contracts, hints at bringing players from the National League, and questions how the league will respond to the Boston stance.

Boston Collins Boston American New York Wavner St. Louie Ting Honton Roe Phague

Abbott Trotter Arrives Near Memphis for Spring Meet

The Abbott Baye Cresonuk, a world leading trotter owned by John J. Scannett of New York, has arrived at Patchen Wilkes farm in Memphis. He will stay until March 1 before training resumes as plans to chase the world record continue. There is note of efforts to hire other horses and bids, with negotiations reportedly turning down a $50,000 offer.

Abbott Memphis Lexington Baye Cresonuk John J. Scannett New York Patchen Wilkes Farm Peter Duryea W. ED. Stokes Mr. Stanwell K. J. Trotter Prince of India Louisville van Alka Marston Pittsburg Morston

Zeigler Wins Controversial Decision Over Matthews

In Savannah, Sevannah Zeigler defeats Matthews in a sixth round decision after an earlier knockdown by Matthews. The bout, billed as a twenty round affair, ends with referee Jenkins awarding the win to Matthews amid pressure from promoters and conflicting reports.

Sevannah Matty Matthews Gren Seigler Bavannah Zeigler Matthews Ile Oxy Zele Mathews Heferee Jenkins

Maynard Twice Teams Up in Lyceum Club Fight Card

Maynard fights Benny Fanger at the Lyceum club next Monday night with two strong bouts featuring rivals. Nelly is to be the referee as Martin Dealt arranges a semi final pairing with Tom Wallace of Philadelphia.

Maynard Benny Fanger Lyreum Club Ome Weinhiss Ley Yanger Hen Dosnelly Martin Dealt Tom Wallace Philadelphia

Many Want To Be Coach In Galveston College Football Era

A chaotic clipping outlines widespread interest in coaching at Galveston College. It mentions committees formed to select a coach and arrange a football meeting, with updates promised next Monday. The text references campus figures and several local teams, but the exact names and dates are obscured by OCR errors.

Lawrence Kas Thie Eiaaen Galverstts Maines Mascatan Captim Thre

Move for Peace Prompts NL to Contact American League

New York Dec 1 At a National Baseball League session it was agreed to send a communication to American League President Johnson. A resolution appoints a three man committee Herman Hart and Roblson August Herman chairman to confer with American League representatives in this city to seek a basis for achieving a peaceful settlement of the so called baseball war.

National League New York National Baseball League Johnson Association of Professional Baraball Clube Victoria Hotel The American League Messrs. Herman Hart Roblson August Herman

Gardner to meet McCoy for twenty rounds in Fort Erie

Chicago December reports confirm light heavyweight champion Georke Gardner will fight Kid McCoy for twenty rounds at Fort Erie Canada on New Year’s night. The bout, long sought as a championship event, follows Gardner’s bitter disputes with McCoy dating back to Gardners training days. New York details note a yacht launch christening of the Eagle is expected in April per Herald sources.

Chicago Dec Georke Gardner Kid" McCoy Fort Erie Canada McCoy Gardner Olyanovite England South Africa New York Herreschafte Herald

Newport to Name Bout for Cup Defenders in International Races

The text discusses American defender pride and readiness for trials to defend the cup. It mentions Newport as the gathering place to select the bout that will represent the club in international competition and the committee’s challenge in naming the event.

Tee Euglé Eider Ito Newport

Detroit Fight Goes to Corbett McGovern Bout Likely

Reports from New York say Young Corbett manager John Cotsidine announced a Detroit clash with William Cons Ginn, Metropolitan Athletic Club mite beaker, as the likely Corbett McGovern contest. Dates float for January or February with articles and terms pending judge approval.

Detroit Mick William Cons Ginn Metropolitan Athletic Club Bas John Cotsidine New York Young Corbett Starinat

Fiesta at Tosrese Sees Bulls Gored And Crowds Revel

A vivid report describes the Great National Fiesta in Tosrese honoring its patron saint, with bulls fought, gambling, and a diverse crowd of Americans and Mexicans. The spectacle features colorful costuming, street scenes, and a bustling open arena where fortunes shift at penny to dollar bets, amid boisterous crowds and dramatic performances.

New Fark Jostios Meninet Il New York Twitchant Besta Mixor Tosrese Boil Fixtt

Hutchinson Woman Tied and Gagged by Masked Intruders

A Hutchinson woman was tied and gagged by masked men who entered her room at night while the man of the house was away. Police are investigating the home invasion and seeking suspects. Local authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Hutchinson Police Department.

Motive Unknown in Barber Shop Kidnapping Attempt

A violent incident at Mrs. G W Grable’s home over a barber shop key ends with two men binding and gagging her. They demanded the shop keys and searched for them, then fled when someone entered the hall. Grable identifies clothing and a masked intruder but cannot name the attackers. The event highlights tensions around non-union disputes and threats toward unionized barbers.

Hutchbuson G. W. Gradle Purman Grclock Grable Wey Ward Inevite Rix Helen Tandi Alma Cepa Dustin

Curse DRINK Curse DRINK White Ribbon Remedy

A historical note describes a so called remedy labeled White Ribbon Remedy for curing appetite for alcoholic stimulants. The text claims it can be given in water or tea and is offered by temperance advocates and churches as a secretive cure for drinkers from social drinkers to drunkards.

Mak Trini Packer Mra MW Townsend A Garis Bee

Pittsburg Telephone Strike Demands Higher Pay

Pittsburg telephone workers strike over wages and profanity in the office. A union of about 20 men demands a four cent monthly wage increase, contesting abuse and unpaid overtime. Industrial council seeks patron cooperation to switch service away from the company, with six council members soliciting customers to remove phones.

Pittsburg Industrial Council Mixcourt and Karat Telephone Aein McDianicik Kansan City Industrieal Foundhind Binte Johnson Nonusion

Winfield Weather and Local Notes Highlight Odd Events

Oddities and weather snippets from Winfield recount 200 feet of caving, a dropped spear, and efforts of drifters to “wet out.” Mentions Marion Tulle Myr ney, school Heing, and Mr. and Mrs Hartney among society members as rain and health notes appear in a fragmented description of community happenings.

Winfield Marion Tulle Myrney We Heriney Sir Hartney

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