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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1900
Page
2
The report details a high stakes track race at Oakland where $50,000 was wagered and Sailor Tom Sharkey matched with Jim Jeffords. It describes Yellow Fall winning the aerial event and outlines crowd reactions, expert opinions, and expected outcomes of the Corey competition between Jeffries and Corbett with mentions of McCoy and other figures.
Obhamplon cannot find a sweater large enough as he searches through many stores. The trunk captain and others struggle with the fitting mishap and misdirection.
A distressed narrator seeks an eczema cure claiming a single remedy reaches deep into the blood. Parents recount failed doctors and worsening skin, while urging a tested, all-reaching treatment as the only hope to restore health and skin.
The readable parts mention diet and teaching methods related to a deteriorated page segment. Entities include Collins,Mowatang,Devi,res,Prag,Pakicleng,Seatrion,Memesa,Te,Tel,Tine. The copy lacks coherent events or conclusions. no clear actions or outcomes can be determined from the fragment.
A Chicago era boxing note previews a six round heavyweight bout between Maher and Choynsei at the Race and Reform Armory Friday. Both fighters, with past clashes against rivals, are described as drawing cards with strong standup styles and expectations of a decisive onslaught.
The Seaside Athletic Club of Coney Island announces a boxing match between James J. Jeffries and Robert F. Corbett. W A Brady for Jeffries and Georges Consiting for Corbett handle negotiations. A referee Sam Austin is named. The event aims to draw San Francisco and New York spectators with large gate receipts and a public auction house involved.
Chicago reports confirm Freedman, president of the Newark Baseball Club, will retire from management. He cites desire to reduce National League commitments and focus on the club’s welfare while acknowledging changes to strengthen the team and league.
Philadelphia backer George Regar pledges to lead a local association’s sale effort. He says the group plans to secure certified funds, enlist dedicated members, and represent the interests of the civic body. He aims to rally support and follow the organization’s guidance for future actions.
Reported by Easton Morning Hanlon states De Montreville will be with the Baltimore Orioles next season. The agent says the signing hinges on a specific condition tied to a proposed trade. The announcement follows cautious optimism from the club and conflicting early reactions.
In New York a case names Terry McGoveen as an infant in legal proceedings tied to a Brooklyn saloon business. The report mentions Sammy Tarrie Beer and Lag Island Brewery among involved parties and hints at a court hearing date and financial details.
Cincinnati reports Huck Freeman, famed home run hitter, and Billy Dineen, young Washington pitcher, will join the Boston club in the Morton league next year. A wire from Merrill to the Hawkker editor notes president Wagner’s travels and possible Boston contact to bring Dineen.
Sailor Tom Sharkey will fight Jim Jeffords for ten rounds in Detroit as promoter Jampa Burns announces a contract signing for a bout set at Detewit's club. The event aims to draw Walr interest and offer strong betting odds for the October attraction.
Chicago a Century Road Club notes Mrs T S Bowen of Chicago becomes first woman to win the Mile Record title. She rides 34.375 miles in 184, the best season from Tinnels and third best in the country. Her year elevates her to national standing and earns medals from the National Club.
George Gartner of Lowell Massachusetts and Jimmy Handler of Newark meet at 152 pounds for a Monday night bout at the Hercules Athletic club. The scheduled clash promises one of the fastest most exciting and bruising battles witnessed in a local ring after weeks of build up.
Trustees of the Consolidated Gas Company of New York reveal debentures totaling 936 million to finance the purchase of New York Gas and Electric Light, Heat and Power. The circular, issued by President Gantry, outlines the debt terms and collateral, naming Edison Electric Transmitting and other affiliated companies involved in the consolidation.
San Francisco February 17. An official board under General Shatter Bag is appointed to investigate the unseaworthiness of the Manila transport. The board includes Lt. Col. Jacob Rantes Major Hugh Gallagher Captains Sederick Pratt and Savard Davie. They will review official complaints and rumors of bad management and will report to Army headquarters with as little delay as possible.
The Rev Anthony Kubla proposes a city backed project at the mouth of the Kaw to buy land and relocate Afro Americans from the levee shanties into a healthful district. He envisions a large public park along the Missouri river with improved riverfront access, though costs and use of existing Maple Leaf elevator and rail lines are undetermined. The idea, discussed at a Mercantile club meeting, faces apparent obstacles but gains local discussion and a riverfront driveway initiative between Kansas Citys.
Arkansas City reports the start of a week long temperance rally led by evangelist A C Rankin. The event begins amid debates over whisky closures as Attorney General Godald visits to assess the liquor question. Rankin delivers forceful, stirring talks drawing enthusiastic temperance followers.
Mrs Radward Turner of Wichita Kansas seeks damages from Mexico for her husband s death after a railroad wreck and alleged mistreatment. Turner formerly a Tall road engineer in Wichita went to the Mexican Central railroad, was imprisoned after a disaster at Orizaba Vera Cruz and died soon after while reportedly abused. Her letters describe cruel treatment and worsening finances.
City Clerk Amos McClain spearheads creation of a Kansas information company to provide a nonpartisan Philippines report. He says Kansans want clear policy guidance and distrust partisan commissions. Ex-Governor Lewelling may join as a director, aiming for a report supported by Democrats Populists and Republicans.
N. Kelley of Effingham received a $200 prize check from a Washington paper Sunday morning. He learned he had won the prize in a Miari tins drawing conducted by the newspaper, prompting his pleasant surprise.
An unclear note from a New York company asserts that their pins are greatly superior and relieve headache, claiming strong reliability and promising better relief than competitors. The text is fragmented and hard to interpret.
A damaged OCR fragment from a New York page mentions pills and medical terms in garbled form. It references eager renters, nervousness, and a vague market context with no clear event, person, or organization identifiable from the readable text.
A newspaper contests error led to a capital prize misreported as the wrong treasury intake. Kelioy, who prepared figures, learned Sunday that actual receipts were 2,323,093.58 dollars, while his guess stood at 2,522,709 dollars, illustrating a large discrepancy between guess and fact.
Harry Anderson alias Sherman Welchner known in Rockford Illinois as Charles Upton is a confessed horse and harness thief linked to six stolen horses. He was arrested in Joplin and moved to Fort Scott Kansas where Missouri authorities seek his return. He admits fleeing Vernon county last fall and traveling via multiple horse trades between Joplin and Kansas towns.
Leavenworth February 12 Lansing failed to secure incorporation as a third class city. The petition was withdrawn by locals who cited improper publication of notices. The publishing paper lay outside the town limits, invalidating the action.
Fred Frey, a Walcott farmer, sues the Leavenworth Kansas City Railway Company and Missouri Pacific Railway, seeking 210,500 for injuries from a fall attributed to insufficient guards. Attorneys FR Dawes and Louis Wulfe kubier represent Frey. The case marks the first suit against the new electric line linking Leavenworth and Kansas City.
Wellington Feb 12 The St Louis Kansas and Southwestern railroad seeking a reduction of 1589 tithes over alleged excessive taxation. Cowley and Harper counties cut taxes by half but Sumner County officials declined. Federal injunction temporarily blocks tax actions until case before Judge G Hock at Wichita. The line formerly faced receivership and sale at Caldwell, with earlier federal court settlement around 60 percent.
Atchison February 12 Mrs Lena Weaver Gilbert and W I Gilbert have been remarried in Kansas City This reunion joins two people once married years ago They lived together briefly before Mrs Gilbert obtained a divorce and stayed with her parents in Atchison A son was born to the couple and remained with the mother in Atchison Mrs Frank sister of Mrs Gilbert attended the wedding.
A Kansas City wholesale liquor agent named Abrams, arrested a month ago for taking orders in Stafford County, posted a $300 bond to appear on January 25 but failed to appear. Justice Stoeckl forfeited the bond, affecting the aid to the AIDS school fund.
Citizens of Atanta Cowley county are restrained from mailing letters on the train after the postmaster alleges a boycott. An order effective February 1 bars outside mail at the station as the postal department reviews the dispute and the postmaster's complaint.
Coffeyville reports Nelson a farmer near Lenapah twelve miles south of town was killed Saturday at 5 pm by his brother-in-law Rus Henderson during a feud over a fence line. Henderson's shots tore Nelson's head, shocking a well known local family.
In Atchison on February 12 the Davis damages suit against the street railway was settled. Reports say the Davises received 800 dollars with deductions for Mrs. Davie's medical care. A colored woman on North Second Street was injured on a moving car and had sued for 320 dollars. The husband also sued for loss of his wife's services totaling 5,000 dollars. The settlement covered both claims.
Washington February 11 A C Rankin of Chicago wrapped up a week of temperance meetings drawing a large crowd and 38 signing the pledge A temperance club of eighty was formed backing state enforcement of prohibition Rankin proposes a temperance department headed by a governor appointed commissioner to enforce the law
Neodesha residents organize Verdigris Water Vitrified Brick and Tile Co with 320000 capital and charter sought. Directors listed. Plant to start immediately with output of 100000 bricks daily. Also notes pension adjustments in Kansas and a push to organize the Sunflower League in Cottonwood Falls. Funeral coverage for Twentieth Volunteer a Toa and local library funding appeal in Wichita. Rabbit hunters report slaughter near Gypsum Creek with 141 rabbits bagged.
Fragmentary text claims a cure for drunkenness mailed free to all. Mentions alarming rhetoric about reclaiming eve s and saving readers from poverty and disgrace. The readable portion suggests a public health or moral reform message with an unclear beneficiary list.
A Topeka wall paper store advertises the largest collection of plain tints for tapestries ever shown, highlighting breadth and variety for customers seeking decorative wall coverings.
In Galena on February 12 the discussion of a free malt delivery system culminated with a communication from Inspector Dice to the city council. The measure is expected to be in operation soon, marking the near end of furor over the proposal. In Ottawa, Dr Stephen A Northrop preached for college prayer week at the First Baptist Church, while smallpox quarantine was set in Ottawa after Thomas Helt was exposed in Sev enth and Sycamore streets. In Salina W Dally and daughter Milas plan to visit Europe after stops in Chicago and New York to pursue vocal studies. In Wichita Elks raised funds for the widow Armstong who served in the Philippines.
In a hard fought Sangamon county primary Governor Tanner defeated Betator Cullum in Cullum’s home area. The late counting showed Tanner with ninety two delegates of the one thousand delegates in the Republican convention, signaling a near majority and control for Tanner.
The Heart of Maryland staged again at Crawford theater Tuesday night with vivid Belfry scene and emotional love war. The Moth and the Flame at Grantland theater Saturday promises high class New York life on stage with fashionable gowns and private society party details.
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