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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1901

Page

2

Weights Announced For Brooklyn and Suburban Handicaps

Weights for the Brooklyn and Suburban handicaps are detailed with contenders Ethelbert Prince of Melbourne and Amende among four year olds. Kinsey Mack leads the field with a strong double win potential, while notable owners and trainers discuss weight assignments and probable outcomes for the Western four year olds, including the Brosklen colt Pa Bradier’s entry and Robert Wi. Betting discussions hint at favorites and notable odds from several handlers.

New York Brooklyn Kinsey Mack Temsen Brosklen Bradier Robert Wi W. John Yockostia

McGovern Plans May Frisco Bout in New York

Reports confirm McGovern and Sroad will sign for a twenty round title fight in San Francisco in May. Negotiations over managers and terms have been in progress for two weeks, with the Twenty Century Athletic Club of San Francisco to host the bout. McGovern has offered a seven thousand dollar monthly purse, aiming for the championship.

St Frisco New York McGovern McGovern Ami Broad San Warily

Canmore Wins Four Cornered Taiforan Race

In a four cornered Taiforan race, Canmore ridden by Tommy Barna Articulate with Sloan up, defeated Rotting Boer and Raven Bi a falcon. controversy arose over a foal claim by Bloas, but Canmore was declared winner. Advance Guard led early in the Gellpen stairs race with Bobby and others close behind.

Pene Taiforan W. B Janning Canmore Tommy ‘Barna Articulate Sloan Rotting Boer Purneren Wrutal Raven Bloas Pert Burns Pentenneay Sruan

Jeffrice-White Contest Delayed by Governor Nash Order

Governor Nash suspends the Jeffrice-Ruhite contest planned for February 15 amid a positive law inquiry. City officials cite legal constraints and delay details, noting the event will not proceed as scheduled.

Qbig Geversor Jeffrice-Bublis Jeffrice-Ruhite Pebruery 15 Nash Obie Closinnad

Notre Dame Builds New Gymnasium and Opens February 7

Notre Dame, Ind. prepares to open its new gymnasium on February 7 with a formal ceremony. The facility, featuring modern design, will enhance athletic programs and house a prominent new training space for students and teams.

Notre Dame Ind Siniahing

Madden Scares Off Bidders In Whisky Stallion Deal

Rumor says John Madden frightened away bidders in a New York turf deal over a stallion tied to Hamburg. A forged or verified check of $60,000 was involved, with bids reported around 362,000 for the A. Kennedy Childs college paper and offers reaching $85,000. The episode allegedly saved Whitnsy from losses, with figures cited near 100,000.

Madden New York John Madideo Farcbacere Hamburg A. Keneisdy Childs College Matement Cillie Woiltney

Blows Will Go to England

Jeckey Tod Seen from Kokome Indiana writes from California stating plans to spend a week here before sailing. Tod mentions an age from New York and a time frame for his departure in his letter, with details about his forthcoming voyage.

England Kokome Ind Jeckey Tod Seen California Tod York

Baldwin Talks Polar Quest Plans For North Pole Expedition

Evelyn Baldwin, Arctic explorer, on the steamer New York, discusses future steps to lead the Baldwin Steeler expedition toward the North Pole. She has been abroad since December gathering dogs and gear, plans further travel, and anticipates a yearlong voyage with scientific and sporting support.

Kantas North Pole New York Evelyn Baldwin Baldwin-Steeler Baldwin Fe Sala Twaal Agais America Eebnanee Syorway Josef Tana Balt Thiol Natie Dalle Green Heart Troylea Wood

Tornado strikes Delta county Texas causing heavy damage

A tornado on Saturday night damaged the western Delta county community near Momett injuring two daughters of James Moody and killing a 17 year old? A house fire followed the storm as residents faced extensive ruin. Local responders and neighbors assisted amid the chaos.

Cooper Tex Delta County James Moody Momett Dacatloc Tady Bejket Fink Surrett

Wil Be EKrecter at Once and 20 Acre Tract

A long damaged item reports Wilbert Lanyon planning immediate erection of a wine smelter on a twenty acre tract in Wil. It mentions employment for over 100 men and a daily output target of thirty tons. The text references Nicholison smelter and other works, with unclear details about site, costs, and timelines.

Wilbert Lanyonlot Chaborne Vinsear Nicholison Ziesine Plente Wil Sinalten Marion Tole Healty Company Igor

Wichita Freemasons Invite Diaz to Jubilee Reunion

A chaotic notice requests President Diaz attend a centennial Jubilee reunion organized by Wichita Masons. The invitation mentions ceremony hosting by Richard von and a general reception with the United States government honoring the sovereign state’s milestone.

Wichita Masons Ahlun Richard von Ee United States Saetediotion A Claw Wil

Lawrence Educator Prof T B Hanna Heads Clay County High

February 4 Lawrence educator Prof T B Hanna is named head of Clay County High School as the board approves. The trustees plan to reconvene March 4 to select teachers for the upcoming term and review the staffing for the first years.

Lawrence Clay County High School Centar Hhave Ana Hanna Labotte County

WINS $6,000 CASE A Kansas Order Lost

A Galena widow becomes involved in a dispute over a $6,000 case award as a Kansas order is mislaid. The case centers on Ita Sult and a Moderna Tontines fraternal concern.

Kansas Galena

Forewarned Forearmed: S S S blood purifier touts health

The ad promotes S S S as a blood purifier for all ages, claiming it strengthens circulation and digestion, cleanses impurities, and aids old people and children. It urges readers to request a free book and contact Atlanta physicians for advice.

Mary Atlanta

Father Casey to Celebrate Silver Jubilee

A garbled notice indicates Father Casey plans a February celebration in Weir, marking his silver jubilee. While the OCR transcription is unclear, the event centers on a religious service or gathering honoring Father Casey’s long service.

Father Casey Weir Guy Om Wail Puther Aichert Sheena

Mes Lease May Not Come May Prefer to Give Up Divorce

In New York a dispute surrounds Drs Mary BH Lease regarding charges against her divorce case. Jadee Dale asserts the divorce will not proceed without Lease's personal testimony, and proceedings may be dropped. Even if Lease testifies, the credibility of her husband’s character may be used to argue there is no sufficient evidence to advance the charges.

New York Wichita Drs Mary BH Rashadly Jadee Dale Leese Dale

Anthony Jointist Injured in Haid by Crusaders in Doctor's Wichite

George Stevens, owner of a saloon wrecked at Anthony Wednesday by crusaders from Sheria's venders, arrived today to pursue tremt for personal damages. Mrs. Sh, who led the renters wealthy, seeks a judgment against her of at least $16,000.

Anthony Haid Crusaders Wichite George Stevens Are Sheria Tuk Stevens

Bank Declines Funds in County Depository Decision

Commissioners of Gettry county ordered Manhattan Bank Manhattan to serve as official depository. The Junction City banks were censured for not meeting requirements and daily balance interest terms.

Manhattan Bank Manhattan Gettry County Junction City

Court House For Iola Tola Aims For Fund Drive

A local effort by the Commercial club and city committee seeks a new court house in Iola Tola. A five member committee will supervise a yearly fundraising drive starting with two and a ten dollar special this year and continuing annually until fifty thousand dollars are raised.

Iola Tola Commercial Club

Calves Die After Sheep Vaccination Attempt

Bickleg Eills Calves, W. A. Bolen faced loss of twelve head of calves and one yearling due to blackleg. Gen Gilger vaccinated cattle but several died. report notes vaccination may have failed. Le Roy Reporter cites township suit for $610,000 and other local details.

W. A. Bolen Gilger le Roy

Fragmented Bridge Scene Echoes in Murky Memoir

The text sketches a fragmented scene around a bridge reopening and a John Marshall landmark, mentioning Judge Matehall, a traveler named Tammy Pap and a tension between commerce and travel. It notes a silhouette and a sapitue and hints at a revival of commercial activity and local resort.

Marshal John Marshall Marshall Fiere Judge Matehall Tammy Fahegeiphia Resort

Santa Fe Applies Double-Header System to Passenger Trains

Santa Fe announces adoption of a double-header locomotive plan to haul passenger trains. The change aims to improve reliability and speed on key routes as schedules shift to accommodate higher demand.

Santa Fe

Snowbound Rails Tie Up Central Branch Delays Reported

Snow and huge drifts paralyze the Central Branch of the Missouri Pacific and adjacent lines. Rock Island and Union Pacific see heavy delays with eastbound Union Pacific trains hindered by deep snow. Santa Fe between Leavenworth and Topeka blocked. Atchison area worst storm in years, with three hundred miles tied up and freight stalls at multiple towns. Plows and engines struggle but no major derailments reported yet. risk grows if snow becomes wet and packed.

Rock Island Denver Union Pacific Santa Fe Leavenworth Tpcks Prom Atchison Central Branch Missouri Pacific Wer Cawker City Geesaleu Whiting

New Depot at Wichita Plans Revealed

Mr and Pisner announce two plans for a new Missouri Pacific depot at Wichita. One option calls for a substantial brick or stone structure, the other enlarges the existing frame freight depot on First Street. A proposed demolition on Twelfth Street and a northward extension are described, with officials to discuss the project.

Mr. & Pisner Miescurk Pacific Reratty Wichita Twelfth Street Jenvine Matton Eecorate Adesourl

Railroad Notes from Kansas Rail Line Disruptions Mention Local Lines

Fragmented dispatches describe railroad issues on the Wichita division and the Fock Island near Almena. Rail leadership cites a blockade south of Coffeyville affecting Southern traffic as engines are reassigned and maintenance declared with old track weights noted.

Fock Island Almena Eas Wichita Division Miners Pacific Coffeyville Port Scot

Why It Succeeds in Kidney Health Claims

An excerpt discusses focusing on one goal to achieve success and mentions a Mr JAS Brinen and an employee of the Star Gregory, detailing a kidney pain experience and a reference to a kidney remedy formula. The text parodies advertising claims and patient testimony.

Cage Pia Bernie Tripeka Grove Ts Jas Brinen SS Sforrina Gregory Saya Alencat Dean

City Officials Move to Remove Certain Regents From Posts

Report indicates removal of general officers of rezarkans and Vort Gauth from Tes fikahe to city limits. Officials claim only muditarana offices remain, while Brow government hints at changes. Unclear details, but public notice mentions painting and renovation plans amidst upheaval. A. Lemann of Santa Ho reported sick for a week.

Aino General Omoes Rezarkans Tesfikahe Muditarana Eneasturer Orn Teuna Lemann Sante Ho

Machineist Agach Chronicle Describes Local Industry Shifts

An early note outlines machinist activity and layoffs, naming Henry Na ee and Howie WW Adnens in a workers’ roster. It mentions a Hertngine home, Atchison ties, and a clerk role, with new engine use at Horton yarts and a recent rehire incident at a sawmill.

Rene Piao Abe Hertngine Serling Govbert Atchison Kobe G Besines Horton Yarts Twovettots Whitin Way

Clerk of Council Grove Voters Face Wide Debate

A garbled report notes voters in Council Grove grappling with broad issues. Names and places are faint, but mentions Jobe S15, Walker, Kerner, Donavan, Brevenay, and others indicate a council meeting or electoral discussion with travel to examinations and hospital visits noted.

Council Grove Jobe Gore Sear Wilt Retau Geawaluinie Hick Ram Ceawa Unten Donavan Sire Brevenay Delaie Kan Ole Taoepisal Seettermm Bushone Ph Louis I Baker Nesbylle Tenn

Newton News Briefs Highlight Local Departures and Arrivals

From Newton. Will Hatchley faces charge after a passenger run layoff. J. Miner returns from Paris for an enteral case. Soreley reports a foundation event. East Tap avenue awaits Enga. John Hendricks resigns despite a partial appointment. Clackeith rapid changes noted in local affairs.

Newton Will Hatchley Ia Renay W. J. Miner Han Parris Soreley Ua Eure Enga John Hendricks Apa Apts

Kansas City Population Rises by Twenty Thousand

The Times census reports Kansas City population at 178,011, reflecting an increase of 19,960 residents from the previous count. The notice presents the city’s growing size and shifts in demographics, highlighting the urban expansion and its implications for services and governance.

Kansas City

Packing House Fire Report Sparks Investigation

A damaged OCR item describes a packing house fire with unclear details. The fragment references a building and possible discovery by Pete and a person named Demagot, mentioning a seized crate and an eye toward an investigation.

Rival of Standard O11 pe aie el.

The fragmentary OCR mentions a rival relation and names and places in unclear form. Readable elements include a rival or competing entity and partial terms that hint at a local contest or comparison, with names and places obscured. The text is too garbled to identify a clear event, date, or outcome.

Cis

Home Dealer Excursion Event Postponed to February 26

Fragmentary notice appears to describe a planned excursion by a local home dealers group set for February 26. The readable text mentions a gathering, payment, and arrangements but lacks clear names, places, or organization identifiers. Further details are unreadable.

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