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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1902
Page
3
Details emerge on seating arrangements and grandstand plans for a major new arena in New York. The horseshoe shaped structure will seat about 19 000 with steel girders and a double deck. Builders outline private boxes and spectator amenities as construction moves forward.
In Yorks some text describes Terry and Redfern amid a boxing scene with jockeys and riders. The article notes James Hanby watching, Pepper securing a rider contract, and Redfern’s climbing prominence in racing. Gardner defeats Carter in a brutal Brooklyn bout with bloodied faces and repeated clinches through five rounds.
A report describes Mow seeking ten thousand dollars in damages from David Lamar. The piece notes fear and confusion around lines about a humorous mock trial or stunt, with references to New York and California, and possible legal action or financial settlement looming amid uncertain plans.
An item features jockey Redmen rising from a $50 monthly wage to an annual $28,000, with mentions of earnings, migrations, and associations surrounding California horse racing figures. Details are garbled but indicate dramatic pay growth and connected personalities in racing.
Fragmentary ad style text touts a rheumatism cure promising money not required. It invokes names and dubious testimonials, hints at a trial offer, and asks readers to write for a book while warning against fake cures and urging purchases. The garbled OCR mixes multiple colloquial lines and testimonial flavor.
Training notes from Hot Springs Arkansas indicate Youns Corbett is condition in preparation for a potential match with McGovern. He aims to be ready to meet McGovern here in March and emphasizes readiness over immediate prospects.
Rugby resident Parsons M. widely known in the city sustained severe burns while testing a newly purchased interceptor device. He invited friends over for a demonstration when the apparatus malfunctioned, causing a serious fire and injuries.
Dairymen of Wichita form a trust and plan to raise milk prices. Ohio evangelists Cornel and allies announce a month of Methodist revival meetings at the White House location on Lawrence avenue. They cite victories in several cities and aim to extend their labor for salvation and reform.
Neosho Rapids residents are alarmed by alleged whisky shipments and drunken activity. A December 20 session reportedly warned witnesses. a letter from yesterday claims three involved in distributing liquor have fled, with authorities notified. Local rail and press firms pledge protection against lawbreakers while county officials prepare arrests if suspects are found.
Fort Scott December 30. Unofficial Missouri Pacific officials report thefts of brass pieces both large and small. Detective Ki Small traced the gun shop theft to Lange on Scott Avenue. Lange fled city on Friday but was arrested later. Four boys were identified as participants in the brass theft. In Wilson County Williams Hanson contracts to supply gas for a factory with pay terms tied to miles drilled. Milk prices rise in Wichita with a 8 cent per quart increase set to begin next Thursday.
The announcement of the agreement was made by several dairymen, and since then some outside parties have refused to honor it. They have pressed to charge 5 cents per quart for milk, with the increase slated to take effect on January 1.
Mary Rockwell reports a journey around the world from Junction City Kansas. The trip started in Manila with her father and sister Florence Rockwell, included travels to China and Japan, and aimed to return to the United States via San Francisco. Delays and decisions by General Chaffee affected plans while Mrs Chafres, Stier Rockwell, and Miss Heenates influenced the final route. The Manila to New York segment lasted two months with several stops.
Geary County completes payment of railroad bonds voted thirty years ago dating from December 7, 1878. Treasurer Frey reports 7 percent interest paid semi-annually. total interest plus principal amounts to 262.70. The road remains owned as a branch of the Union Pacific.
Parsons December 30 Martin West a New York businessman wed Miss Hose Cleveland of Pareens on a cross country journey toward California. They planned to marry during the trip but delayed by circumstances. Afterward they will continue to their home moon in Los Angeles and California towns.
Columbus Kans man Miss Cordelia Blue native of this city daughter of RW Blue congressman died after long illness at Ti Pas Texas Sunday night at 11 30 o clock She was popular in the county Pleasanton Tins Labette counties and elsewhere Her body will arrive Wednesday morning and be taken to Pleasanton her old home
Reports outline a proposed Counc il Grove Development Company to bore 2 500 feet east of Council Grove Kansas. The venture seeks funds to prospect for coal oil and gas with officers including Adam Moser and K S Davidson. Local news notes telegraph and other regional items, plus a nurse hire case and business notices from Salina and Abilene.
A dense itinerary outlines sessions for December 30 through January 1 featuring speakers from state universities and normal schools. Topics cover rural education, the library movement, articu lation of curriculums between primary to high school, and moral instruction. Notable participants include Frank Strong, George Vincent, I. L. Dayhoff, and J. W. Wilson among others.
An outbreak of diphtheria among city children is traced to the public school setting. Lead pencils are blamed as a conduit, with daily collection and distribution noted. The piece discusses germ theory, prevention, and various remedies, reflecting era health debates and public concern.
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