John J Sullivan recounts vast boxing earnings and quarrels
The article chronicles John J Sullivan’s claim of earning over a million dollars across a career, detailing winnings from exhibitions, purses, and gifts, including $18,000 paid to leave a fight and payments for various fights in cities like New York and Boston. It notes legal tangles, robberies of gate receipts, and his view of being cheated by promoters.
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Willuems
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Fragmented OCR notes on training and debts in boxing circles
The garbled text references debts, payment for sparring partners, and training arrangements. Mentions include Ris Te values at 300M, Starbors 4 ea 1a, a trainer, sparring partners, and possible distribution of funds. Details are unclear due to incomplete OCR, with many broken phrases about boxing men and finances.
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Jane Noonan Shakes Admiral Dewey at Battery Visit
Report from New York describes Jane Noonan, an Irish apple woman, greeting Admiral Dewey with a firm handshake outside the Forge Office. She offered fruit and asked his price, then recalled the moment with Mrs. Dewey and General Merritt at Governors Island.
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Minnis
Shafer
Savings Ban of France in New York World Record
The New York World reports on French savings banks showing thrifty depositor habits and large totals. It notes deposits near $7 million in New York and compares per capita deposits across regions, highlighting state contrasts and policy aims for small daily deposits and children’s savings.
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New England
New Jersey
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Calhounia
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Francette
Natin Hoplies
Sleeper and Chair Car Service to San Antonio via Milano Pullmen
Sleepers and chair cars run to Sac Antonio via Milano route with no changes of cars. Irreproachable service. Blolders tickets and reservations may be had by applying to the ticket agent at the depot.
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Topeka Festive Eve Recalls Old Time Holiday Scenes
A fragmentary Topeka page recounts a festive gathering with wine tastings and dinner at the Supran house. A civic meeting, a parade of local figures, and plans for Christmas cheer highlight the scene as community leaders and residents prepare decorations and charitable activities.
Pocketbook Stolen From Elwood Radiator Works
Blamed girl Mamie Gavin, 14, reportedly threw a pocketbook containing about 6040 over a fence near Elwood Radiator Works. The cash was the payroll money taken during dinner hours. Creighton alleges the girl recovered the money but refuses to disclose how she gained possession. Police say the amount was payroll and suspect the real thief orchestrated the theft.
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Holiday rates via the Santa Fe Brute announced
Santa Fe offers round trip tickets for points west of the Missouri River within 200 miles of Topeka. Through and return fares set for various dates, with final travel by January 4. Tickets and folders available fromTL King, Agent, Topeka, Kansas.
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Sleeper Train Route to San Antonio via Santa Fe
Night train operates daily from Sae peke via City of Mexico sleeper with reserved berths. Includes through service to San Antonio via Santa Fe and intermediate points on the route.
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Santa Fe
Saepeke
Mnde
City of Mexico
Taste in dress and evening gown styles rise in popularity
The piece surveys fashion’s evening wear, praising low cut sleeves, white and black velvet contrasts, plume trims, embroidery, and painted velvets. It notes nude shoulders, delicate fabrics, and the latest gown silhouettes with lace, tulle, and chiffon underlayers, urging tasteful, well coordinated outfits.
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Tunte
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Fashionable Dresses for Fall Weddings and Gowns
A long OCR read describes various wedding and formal gowns featuring white satin, crepe de chine, lace, tulle, and velvet trims. It highlights bodices with tuckings, ruffles, and ribbon belts, with many styles including pink and blue accents, capes, and fringe detailing.
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Fragmented OCR Depicts Obscure Garments and Embroidered Details
The passage describes ornate undergarments and accessories with velvet ribbons, lace, and decorative elements. It mentions a person named Teured pompadets and references facial features, attire, and body presentation in a stylized, unclear historical context. The text is fragmented and lacks a clear narrative or event.
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