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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1896
Page
8
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A rambling Topeka tale follows a thirsty traveler who wanders through a bizarre underground Alma shrine for water. He endures odd rites, learns a song, and escapes with the bottle as he treks toward a train, amid notes of absent minded youth and comic misadventure.
Grimshaw dominates a dine in a hotel with strict rules while Col Reed, a late guest and hotel proprietor, challenges the service as he dines in silence. The scene highlights Grimshaw’s stern leadership and Reed’s improvised refusal to follow the routine.
Peter Maher expresses confidence in defeating Bob Fitzsimmons for the world boxing title on February 1 in Mexico. He recalls past fights, cites improved conditioning, and asserts he will fight swiftly and hard to win with a plan tailored to counter Fitzsimmons. He vows to defend the championship against all challengers if victorious.
The speaker outlines a plan to defend the championship against all comers, naming Jos Goddard of Australia and James Fitzsimmons as likely rivals. He denies any stage career, pledges to remain a fighter while healthy, and notes his American citizenship while aiming to keep the title in the United States.
George Siler Choten named referee for the February 14 heavyweight match on Mexican soil with Robert Fitzsimmons and Peter Maher fighting for a $10,000 purse in Juarez. The arena will seat about 20 900, and Mexican authorities will allow the fight with a bullfighting license fee. Siler, a Chicago writer and former east lightweight champion, is trusted to ensure fairness.
The report notes Yale College Golf Club with 150 members and Yale undergraduates pushing for entry to the Poughkeepsie regatta. It mentions Joe Pasden’s 1895 track win of 14150 dollars, plans for Joe Donoghue to train for international skating races in Canada and possibly Europe, and Harvard Yacht Club electing J L Stackpole Jr. as captain. It also references Eddie Connelly’s fight injuries to Jimmy Dime, and Billy Madden planning a summer hotel in Connecticut. It is also stated that American cricket will not tour England next summer.
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