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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1900
Page
2
Fragmented text hints at a leaflet or ad addressing quitting tobacco. It mentions battling poverty and vice, hints at a remedy approach, and references a person at 229 Gleam Bide, Chicago. The readable parts suggest guidance on tobacco cessation and related health themes.
George Schaefer heads the New American Association and reports backing from the St Louis Brewing Association for the St Louis association club. He says the alliance will finance the club and permit beer sales in the bleachers, with plans to recruit players as the arrangement develops. The brewing alliance aims to mobilize substantial backing and anticipates further decisions by club patrons.
A letter to the New York World argues for maintaining Queensberry rules as the best system, criticizes modern departures and referee behavior, and recalls boxing’s switch from bare knuckle to gloved bouts. The writer cites London rules, referee overreach, and calls for stricter enforcement of count sequences and separation during fights.
A troubled fighter writes of daily morning exercise to regain prime form. He mentions limited distance training, a possible six mile round, and a quiet country retreat in coming months. He expresses confidence and a desire to prove himself still capable.
San Francisco reports Big Bill Tange secured a strong claim for Midget Sheehan, a noted pennant hopeful from Sacramento in the California strike league. After a warm recommendation, Sheehan drew lively interest from Selee, Preedmat, and telegraph discussions. Teatry cites confidence he will succeed, with Tepenu not rushing him into action. Patsy to guide the new recruit, aiming for a steady debut and a strong showing.
Detroit promoter announces Sharkey will headline a ten round bout at the Cadillac Athletic Club in Flint or Pebrus1 with Jettarda, the California fighter, February 18. The card promises two solid preliminaries and strong interest in what may be the club's best drawing card.
The Philadelphia boxing show drew about 3,000 spectators as Charles Stevenson of Philadelphia boxed Tom Carey of New York in a six round middleweight bout. Carey showed flashes of skill but Stevenson’s reach and power kept the contest close. The crowd urged more action as the two veterans traded blows and kept the pace steady throughout. The event featured other colored boxers from Chicago and New York in supporting bouts.
In Chicago Friday night at the Star theater Frank Erne meets Chicago's Jack Daly in a scheduled five or six round bout. The match substitutes for a Ryan Stet bout that was canceled after a hand injury.
An editorial piece argues that ruling nations are meat eaters and that the dominant races prosper on varied diets including meat, fruit, and grains. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for digestive issues and offers a free booklet from I A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
Incomplete report notes a bout featuring Hawkins Gores McPadden Pat Lavigne and Sidotten with Hoome and Summerfield, mentioning a February event at the Second ont armeary and Joe Chern. Details are jumbled and unreadable in places, but boxing names and a venue/date are indicated.
Fragmentary notes indicate Anson pushing Lange in a New Chicago association while teams like Sheehan sign. Confusion over players Dan Lange, Hervey, Te u and New York Boston links emerges as end-of-season chatter intensifies and price talk surfaces.
Claude Ritchey of Louisville sent a letter to the Pittsburgh club president enclosing a contract for seven years. He initially planned to discuss city matters with the president before deciding on the agreement. The offer includes a salary increase, but not all players have signed.
An article notes Hob Fltzximmons announcing plans to return this week aiming for a bout with the winner of the Curbert fight. He hints at a possible match with Shurkey or MeCcoy and signals goal to stay active in the ring.
Former Topeka city engineer W H Barnes proposes a sewerage system for East Hampton on Long Island. He seeks a chartered company franchise to build, own, and operate the sewer network with state health oversight, plans due by July 3, 1900, and construction to start by January 1, 1901.
Minneapolis druggists declare war on automatic pay telephone stations in their stores. They allege the Northwestern Telephone Company attempts to place phones in drugrooms and threaten action if orders are violated. Court action likely follows as merchants unite against the plan.
Attorney General Godard launches an investigation into alleged violations of the screen law by southeastern mining companies. Four firms reportedly continue breaches despite the law’s constitutional validation by the Supreme Court. Some firms have since complied or promised compliance, while penalties loom for persistent violators as the attorney general gathers evidence.
Dr FB Lawrence a 21 Worado dentist associated with gold fillings and silver police is charged with deserting the silver and Bryan cause. He denies the charge, expects Bryan’s nomination, and says he will back the Hcket election. Lawrence is linked to possible fusion candidacy in the Fourth district. opponents accuse rivals of trying to frame him. He rejects Oliverite traditions and resents insinuations of split loyalties.
The Strip protests trigger mayoral use of patrol wagon to assemble council for a vital annexation ordinance vote. Five council members attend despite a storm as legal questions loom, with critics citing 1891 statute limits on unattached territory and vowing legal challenges if the measure passes.
The British Medical Institute opens a permanent Topeka branch at 412 Topeka avenue offering three months free treatment for invalids who call before February 1. Dr S Edward Mccully leads a staff of specialists. consultations and exams are free, minor surgeries free, with the condition that patients seek care by February 17. Office hours daily 9 am to 8 pm except Sundays.
The Downtown area residents oppose city annexation arguing no need for police or services, noting debt free status and desire to keep rural standards. They claim taxes and double taxation burdens, while arguing for fair treatment and preservation of local autonomy. The meeting adjourned with February 26 as the next date.
A Washington dispatch to the Herald analyzes the campaign climate as factions inside the Republican Party contest the president’s push for peace and imperial policy. It notes mounting domestic policy tensions, intra party divisions, and uncertain paths ahead for 1900 political strategy.
A severe Vancouver storm raged last night with winds near fifty two miles per hour. Waves battered the waterfront, wrecking boat houses and steam launches, breaking moorings, and causing wide property damage. Telephone lines are down and the city reports extensive wreckage and uprooted trees with several structures crushed.
The Kansas bar rect line reads: Cedarvale secretary treasurer John Rose Hutchinson organizer C E Eyzies Topeka appointed to urge passage Mastain Warbers heart law next meeting of the Kansan attire MT McCutmon Hutchinson P C Hostrup Manhattan Jet Riley Topeka topeka the next annual convention will be held first Tuesday in next January at Wichita.
Governor Stanley announces appointments including Burr of Collwater named probate judge for 2 county to succeed James Schellenburger who resigned. C. T. Shipps of Zeantale also named to a post in the same slate of changes.
Milwaukee moves to raise 100000 for the Democratic National Convention. Mayor Ross and city leaders worked to secure subscriptions, adding 5000 to the fund this morning. No further steps until a certified check is ready for the Democratic committee, with a committee boomers detail set for Washington February 18.
Announced at Crawford Theatre tonight a program titled The Columbia includes a matinee Saturday with free admission for tonight. A series of specialties will be introduced during the performance. David Helusso will perform a heart piece, with a farewell set at Newethoes Veart. The week features a matinee and a private event, with Ertart Je aaa presenting. Fine band at Crawford next Tuesday.
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