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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1903

Page

9

Two Colored Men Celebrate With Flashing Razors

Perry Kansas report describes a violent disturbance as two Black men, Clay Jordan and ___, reportedly attack a marshal. One man held the marshal while the other used a razor, injuring him in the head and collar bone. Both assailants fled west of Haven but were later captured near Oskalossa.

Perry Kan Dee M Ube Jordan Clay Gorton Henry Jame Tube Jugee bin Brower Jame Jube Clay Jordan Ftayen Tony Oskalocia

Wrecked Auto Leads To Weekend Tragedy Near Skotninghers

An accident near Skotninghers, Fa fark, ends with a farmer and youths injured as a white machine overturns after a failed attempt to drive it away. The incident references the Tetinwinzieater Polar Expedition and a long chase as survivors walk eight miles to town for help. The report mixes scattered OCR fragments about a balloon buoy, sledges, and messages from Baldwins at Hiwatha, Kansas, with unclear chronology, noting damaged travel details and a pending inquiry.

Vaudeville for convicts in Lansing draw crowd

Kansas City artist returns from trip to Aninee Kennas Convicts Leavenworth. A 1409 or more crowd attended the first theatrical entertainment at Lansing. Warden Jowett ordered the same show again after the successful performance led by Kana Chy City, who promoted the vaudeville act.

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Delayed Message by Balloon From Kansas City

A chaotic report describes Evelyn Baltwin receiving Ona Gent via balloon delivery from 1002 Kans Bec MsAretle Raylorer Eve Baldwin. The original message allegedly dispatched without danger from the North Pole includes a copper tub and a core buny. Three bios hung from the balloon, with family members witnessing the event and a radio antenna relay revealing the hidden message Baldwin had not yet received.

Evelyn B. Baltwin Bailoon MsAretle Raylorer Evefen Baldwin Fry Abe Garth Baldwin

Will You Help a Sick Friend Book Aid Ad

A fragmented column mixes appeals for a medical book and remedies with mentions of farmers opposing Sunday hunting in Kansas. It cites local figures and a promotional tone for a restorative product, detailing letters and requests directed to a recipient in Racine.

Unclear Mixed Local News From White Cloud and Fort Leavenworth

White Cloud journalist notes interest in a reader article by Mrs. Birrawater with a prize offer for How to Be Happy. Alfret Miller, Fort Leavenworth hospital steward, is declared a deserter tied to a theft. Wichita probate appoints Mrs Crabb administrator after a shooting incident and threats amid family turmoil.

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Fragmented Dec. reports from Kansas and Arkansas City notes

A jumble of short items from Dec 26 including a woman killed by Cara Wertphalis at Kan. and a man charged with selling liquor in Bopit Kan. Other notes mention John Cleveland and wife Catherine Cleveland arrested for selling intoxicants, deputy sheriff T. D. Smith returning from California with a controversial item, a golden wedding celebration in Warren County Ky, Arkansas City and Guthrie football scores, and New York Americans arranging a training trip with details about reporting to manager Clark New Orleans and travel via Mobile.

Atlanta New York

Cycling star Timmy Micheal seeks comeback after Berlin fall

New York reports Jimny Michael’s return to America amid victory and injury recovery. He recounts a Berlin crash that left him unconscious thirteen days, his plan to race in Atlanta this New Year's and to rebuild his fortune in American cycling, detailing past rivals like Leander and Corbett and the roots of his boxing and sporting connections.

New York Jimny Michael America Americate Michael Berlin Gio Meurer J Sr Hot Springs Tnitear Pelguary Leander Hirka Tod Roymalt

Pugilist and the pupil The master excels reversed in boxing lore

New York dispatch reports Peter Jackson the Australian heavyweight arguing the master is king regardless of pupil status. He cites Sleeyin Wat as a pupil who might threaten, but Jackson defeats Slavin in ten rounds before the National Sporting Club, a proving ground for the theory. Slavin praises his conqueror, calling him the daddy of them all. The article notes Jim Jeffries versus Jim Corbett as a later reversal of the master pupil dynamic.

Billy Delaney Corbett Tim Delaney Jeffries San Fran Chico Loa Angell Los Angeles Garbett J Jeffries Tommy Ryan Kid McCoy Ryan McCoy Rada Pice Manpeth Jim Hall Hob Fitzsimmons Hall Pitz-simmons Sydney Fitzalgimens Fitz Fext Corhishman Raesine Hull Wit Hag New Orleans Fitzsimmons New York Peter Jackson Australia Treisun Slavin Opis Dikckeon Nathona Sporting Club Isill Jackson Science Pratec Tor Hin Jim Jeffries Jim Corbett Robert Fitesimmons Carson City

Medical Ad for Golden Medical Discovery in 19th Century Ad

An archaic advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as supreme medicine. It claims enhanced digestion blood purification appetite relief and vigor, asserting superiority and universal efficacy for convalescents and the sick.

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Purdue to Hire Collins as Coach for Baseball Next Spring

Lafayette Dec 20 Captain Simmy Perlins of the Boston American league team says Purdue University will land the baseball squad next spring. Purdue plans to hire Collins and Chick Hubb with Cutts directing, aiming to play stronger opponents like Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Omaha.

Boston Lafayette Simmy Perlins Boston American Langue Purdue University Gollins Purdue Conchtte Coliss Shane T Cutts Harvard Smu Coole Chito Michiean Retotr Mi Oeota Wiscousin Trinola Northwest Iowa Nebratia North Dakota Oberfin Cuttsle

Seagram Buys Horses in Royal Paddocks Sale

Toronto reports MP Josey Seagram purchased Persistence, a three year old colt, for 1000 guineas, and a brood mare at English Royal paddocks sales. He has previously bought stallions and taxpayers. The move signals intent to continue his breeding program and chase the King’s Plate honor.

Toronto Josey Seagram Wathuog Royal Paddocks England Seagrim Waterloo Dominion Seagram Messrs Henvie Mackensie Brothers M. Dyment Canada

Yost Praises Eckersall For Defensive Mastery

Chicago report cites Coach Yost praising Walter Eckersall for his standout defensive play in the Michigan game. Yost notes Eckersall’s performance as a superb defensive fullback and his cold, steady play under pressure during the Thanksgiving clash.

Chicago Les Yost Walter Eckersall Hin Michigan Michigan Mar

Michigan Gridiron Talks Delay Yale Harvard Princeton Meeting

Eckersall praised as best in the game while critics undervalue true merit. Negotiations with Columbia and Yost stalled as eastern schools Yale Harvard and Princeton reportedly reject Western Michigan for fall clashes despite the Wolverines’ desire to face them.

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Carlisle Indians Triumph Over All California Defenders

San Francisco reports a spectacular Carlisle Indian football victory 33 to 0 over the all-California eleven on Christmas afternoon with Cap Johnson starring in trick plays. The crowd reached about 7,000 as Carlisle’s line and backfield method overwhelmed the home team in the second half after a tight first period. Meanwhile in racing news Proper won the Christmas handicap at Tnrside, with Falconbridge second and Divinia third, in strong late-season conditions at New Orleans and a muddy track at Futurity events following heavy rain.

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Moderates Endorse Sawing Bull Horns to Prevent Torture

Juarez authorities order 10 more bulls to be gored at the bull ring and horns partially sawed to curb cruelty following American sentiment against bullfighting. The dispatch also mentions American interest in a racing deal in Kentucky and a college football result in Beloit.

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Dahlen Weds Amid Wedding Trip and Boxing Talks

New York dispatch reports William F. Dahlen the famed shortstop on a wedding trip his second marriage follows a prior divorce and daughter of ten from first union. He plans a match between Clarence and Kid Abel for New Year’s Eve and champions a likely bout for O’Brien and Root in Chicago with a $1000 purse split.

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Paw-Paw Cure Promises Quick Catarrh Relief

An old advertisement touts Paw-Paw products as cures for catarrh and stomach issues. It claims Paw-Paw purifies the blood and vitalizes the system to prevent colds, aids digestion, and promotes appetite. It mentions large and laxative pill forms sold by druggists.

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