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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1902

Page

2

Pirates Assure Fans Base Ball Next Year In Pittsburg

Pittsburg leader Colonel Barney Dreyfuss announces the four club circuit may delay but baseball will be in the city next year. Preparations continue at Hot Springs for spring training as fans await a potential Exposition Park season and any shifts with rival leagues.

Pittsburg Durg Secon Naual Barney Dreyfuss Chwmplor Shah Expositios Park Hot Springs American League Chicago Johnson Ama Lenge Pitsburg Fey Harry Pulliam Winter Park Fim San Diego Cal

Whirlwind Baltohmsed joins Indian Territory bout card

An Indian boxer from the Indian Territory is the latest addition to the Pete theater program in this city. The fighter, known as the Whirlwind, bears his own name on his bout card and will travel west in a few days to face a new opponent after impressing at practice.

York Baltohmsed i Intian Pete Teaterally Wood Here Trullaz

Rival Leagues Stalled Over Westward Tourney Plans

In Kansas City Missouri reports say rival leagues struggle to finalize western tournament sites. Both the American Association and Western League face park shortages and uncertain franchise moves possibly to Louisville. Officials cite delays in completing venues and securing gear, with meetings held to decide future sites in Chicago Denver Milwaukee and St Joseph.

Kansas City American Association Chiesco Denver Johenule Americas Association Lasuieville Western League Biwaskee Bart Tgs Whitferd Waulkee Omaha St Teseph

New Weight Throw Record Set by John Flani gan

John Flanigan of the Greater New York Irish Athletics association set a new world mark in weight throwing at the Knickerbocker Athletic Club meet in New York on February 6. The event featured competitors including James Pasare and others from the Garden region.

New York Knickerbocker Athletic Club Garden John Flangan Greater New York

Rounderbocker Athletes Spark Notable Weight Tie

Record by Ibrovine and Peters of Rounderbocker Athletic clash in a weight event won by just three yards as the most anticipated moment of the meet.

Ibrovine Peters

McGovern Sullivan bout near, nose protection feared

The article details Terry McGovern guarding his nose for an anticipated Sullivan clash, noting he fears taking a blow and may not fight in his old aggressive style. Training at Oakley track, his camp prepares as officials seek a conference on changing the fight date to February 35.

Terry McGovern Sullivan MrGovern Oakley Track Sam Harris Louisville McGovern and Sullivan Harris Longisville Ar Mt Pebrusry

Cattle Market Tight as Cattlemen Seek Buyers in Kansas

Canvass of the situation shows more buyers than cattle with a dearth in stock and strong demand. A Missouri buyer wires dealers for all cattle in Kansas while Henry Stevens of Peabody bought 26 car loads last October. John Landergin seeks 1,000 head as 1,600 head await market at Eureka. Sullivan & Mills fed 1,330 western cattle at Hutchinson and may ship more soon as markets expand.

Mutchinson Missouri Chia Kansas Henry Stevens Peabody Graybill Hutchinson Garden City Stevens John Landergin Eureka Landergin Illigo Eno Colorado Sullivan & Mills

Fragmented 1890s North Kansas Dispatch News Clues

Reports arrive from Holsington and Leavenworth area about a frozen rail line incident on Missouri Pacific train No. with engineer taken ill and later unconscious. Fire in Berington destroys Middletin 4& Taylor Bros meat market and post office. smallpox outbreak prompts health actions at Solomon schools and city offices.

Meng Holsington Here Hotsington White Herington Berington Middletin Taylor Bros Eee Bediy Damacine Hare Perature Waz Cooley’s Lecure Jy Nin

Cottonseed Feed Trial Raises Interest in Hiawatha

Hiawatha on February 5 reports J. M. Sewell, a local stock raiser, feeding his cattle with cotton seed due to grain prices. He recently shipped four cars of feed from the south, praising its fattening qualities for market-ready stock.

Hiawatha J. M. Sewell

Kansas and Colorado Water Dispute Reaches Supreme Court

Kansas files a brief in U S Supreme Court detailing its suit against Colorado to restrain diversion of Arkansas River water. It argues 2.5 million acres of Kansas land worth up to 50 million dollars could be affected, much owned by the state, and contends Colorado bears responsibility for ditch companies. Kansas seeks limits on Colorado’s water use while preserving existing irrigation ditches.

Washington Kansas Colorado Arkansas River United States Supreme Court Arkansas Wellington Whch Republican Party Cy Leland Crawd Burton Baker Faction Leland Brian Horton Central Committee Topeka Diey Wichita Brefuse Leiind Mr. Bakey Shawnee County Laland Republcan Party

They Run a Bus Line In Leavenworth Strike

Striking street car motormen and conductors in Leavenworth oppose the street car union in Dus xyeram Im opostuus. Buses are being operated with more added. the street car line runs on a delayed schedule after 6 pm. Company says it fears violence from workers. Eleven new motormen reportedly quit to join the strike, with temporary barriers on Delaware Street between Second and Third streets.

Leavenworth Non Dus Xyeram Opostuus Third and Delaware Street Silite Met Athar Becond Third Streets

Whitneys move horses to New Jersey sparks regional trade chatter

Thoroughbred owner W C Whit ney plans to relocate his stable to New Jersey to obtain better access and training opportunities. Harry Payne Whitney inspected stock at Labelle and Hamburg farms, with discussions involving John W. Schorr of Memphis and others about racing prospects and potential sales. The report also notes upcoming New York Trotting Association purses at Brighton Beach and changes in retiring horses system.

Lexington Turf Notes Lexington W. C. Whitney New Jersey Harry Payne Iiney Labelle Hamburg Farma John HL Madden Ballyhoo Bey Lateie Wittt Fancocas Bina Say John W. Schorr Memphis Flying Dutchman Darling Alfonso Ginter May T of Parks Brighton New York Senator McCulty New York Trotting Association Brighton Beach Lean

Lost Four One Hundred Dollar Bills Reported

City Feb 5 A report of four hundred dollars missing, with no details on who last handled the money. Police seek information from witnesses or possible ledges about the loss.

Odd Fellows Meet in Chanute Third District Delegates

In Chanute February 3 a large crowd gathered as Third Congressional District delegates plan a meeting. The event includes speakers and remarks from Rev. Yettvey of Winterfield and a Day banquet following the gathering.

Chanute Windeld Ev. Yettvey Winteld

Reunion at Lawrence By Co H Twentieth Kansas Celebrates

Members of Company H Twentieth Kansas gathered in Lawrence for their annual reunion. The event included a banquet with speeches praising past service. Lieutenant Burton Mitchell could not attend due to hospital in Kansas City. Court Courtney and Armsworth named as lieutenant and second lieutenant respectively, with a board of trustees to oversee company property. General Funston was hoped to attend.

Lawrence Stowsett T. ‘Courtney HH. Armsworth Ges. Funston Kansas City Burton Mitchell

Kansas Baldarial Association Tennis Meeting Report

Report on a Kansas athletic association tennis meeting held last night in a city hall. The minutes note proceedings and highlights read by Victor Murdoch of the Wichita Eagle.

Manhattan Nan Reo. S Kansas Baltarial Association Digem Victor Murdock Wichi- Eagle Collowes

Rosy Chooks on Marsnall Bromiis Street

Readable text notes a plan or event involving hens at a listed street address Marsnall Bromiis Kooass Avenue near Stansted. Names and exact actions are unclear. the fragment mentions a telnet style term Getiya Caey and Eounpeunth Sok, with a street 622 Raneas Avenue.

Rosy Chooks Heniae Telnet Getiya Caey Groren Stansted Raneas Avenue Marsnall Bromiis Kooass

5.8.8 Blood Purifier Promises Quick Restorative Benefits

No external symptoms but blood may be in bad condition with weakness, poor digestion, and loss of flesh. The advertisement claims 5.8.8 builds up blood, restores nourishment, and improves appetite and strength. It touts S.S.S. as a vegetable blood purifier with no minerals and offers free literature and medical advice from The Swift Specific Co. Atlanta GA.

SS. S SWIFT Atlanta

Out With Factions In Kansas Republican Battle

The Wellington News laments factional strife within Kansas Republicans. It singles out the Burton and Leland camps, urging unity and criticizes intraparty maneuvering that harms the party’s welfare. It warns that continued infighting could invite a political setback.

GREAT DAY FOR SCHLEY IN KNOXVILLE

Admiral Schley and Mrs Schley visited eastern Tennessee with crowds greeting them in Chattanooga Cleveland Athens Sweet Water London and Lenor City. In Knoxville 5000 gathered at Union Station to cheer as the admiral shook hands from his private car and spoke with gratitude before a reception and dinner at the Motel Imperial.

Knoxvillé Tenn Schley East Tennessee Chattanooga Knoxville Cleveland Athens Sweet Water London Lenor City Sehley Imperial Sixth Regiment Bnsfore

Real Estate Transfers and Related Notices

Listings show multiple transfers including Elizabeth Strawn to J and Wuehes and T A Hatfeld for 200 dollars on lot 489 Fillmore Street, plus various parcels in Curtis addition, Wabaunsee and Kansas with prices from 1 to 38 thousand dollars. Occasional trustee and mortgage details appear, along with a note on an intercollegiate track record and upcoming eastward journey with the university team.

Elizabeth A. Strawn J& Wuehes T. A. Hatfeld Fillmore Street Kins H. Bowmen Ie ‘Tyee Street Curtis’ Addition Ei. Kesmier M3 Winchell A. Ekman Fillmore Trai Tredential Investment Co Jordan Ida H. Wood Wabaunsea J. H. Hunt Sarah & Phil- Ups Charles W. Charison H. A. Kingsley Portshale Mt Pacer A. Schreyer A. W. Knowls Schmidt J. H. Schmidt Kansan

Whitney's Horses Gough London Feb Truth exys

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Whitney's horses and a London scene dated February with unclear references. Mention of a product line, names like Grove and Bromo Quinine appear as ad like shorthand, with garbled phrases about cures and signatures.

Whitney Gough London

Paine’s Celery Compound Promises Reputed Omaha Trials

Article recounts endorsements of Paine’s Celery Compound in Omaha. Mayors, police chief, physicians, and druggists reported improvements from nervous debility, insomnia, and weakness. Letters from local patients praise restored sleep, appetite, and vitality amid widespread belief in the remedy’s benefits.

Paloe Wen Paine Omaha Enete Ammorica Hee

Cuban reciprocity on Cuban tariff debate in Congress

Washington representatives Babcock and Long, Republican members of the Ways and Means committee, pressed President Roosevelt on Cuban reciprocity. A report says the panel is near reporting a measure, with estimates a 20 to 26 percent rate reduction likely. Hearings not yet printed. Nordica seeks rest after shock from a railroad accident. Mayor Hugo defeats Hetry Trewelsen by 21 votes as elections edge close.

Washington Babcock Long Wass and Means Hoosevelt Ways and Means Payne Nordica San Francisco Lillian Nordica Pialuth Allan T. W. Hugo Hetry Trewelsen

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