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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1903
Page
9
The report notes a sporting item titled Colts for the Crescent City with Exarciav involved in a Derby. It highlights a local match context and the presence of notable figures tied to the event.
Leavenworth is admitted to the Missouri Valley League. The article details players, trainers, and horses in a turbulent season, noting shifts at Montgomery Park and the involvement of figures like Charley Manored, Trainer McDuriel, and Ally Croynh. Aimed at public racing and derby fanfare, the piece chronicles open competition and notable horses and riders in a chaotic, early 20th century racing scene.
The entry notes a speedy youngster out of the worming line, full brother to Jimines, competing in a four-furlong course in New York on a May date. It mentions imports from Albert-Buliett and a Warserman line, with attention on top horses and eastern entries.
Leavenworth considers joining the Missouri Valley League after a recent meeting of local owners and officials. The plan includes a proposed schedule with Leavenworth as a leading city, possible park improvements, and ties to the Leavenworth railway for strong league integration.
New York reports Marvin Hart of Louisville is slated to fight at Fort Tribble on April 18 in a twenty round contest with a purse around 45 008. The winner earns a 7 sided prize while bets on traps are mentioned. McCoy’s campaign officials release statements noting changes and updates on opponent Fitzsimons. Additional notes discuss injuries to others and shifts in boxing leadership in New York as new directors and old officers are elected.
In Leavenworth Kansas a dispute over a 4000 acre island in the Missouri River near Kickapoo Bend fuels fears of militia involvement. Squatters and deed holders clash as landowners race to farm while authorities watch for potential violence amid disputed possession.
Fred Wellhoube owner of the world’s largest orchards in Leavenworth Kansas announces plans to graft 120000 trees this spring for the String of 1995 project. His effort aims to stock a vast orchard with Jonathan Boiscourt Pippin and Davis varieties on land already prepared, with other works to follow after seasonal weather and road improvements.
An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a life restoring tonic for melancholia and melancholic states. It claims rapid nerve restoration, improved digestion, appetite and sleep, and asserts it has saved thousands from grave outcomes by reviving weak nerves and mental health.
A county case centers on quarantining stock brought from Texas to a ranch near the Ohio line. Greer Mills & Co advanced expenses totaling 31,800 which were only partially paid. Musgrove sued the sheriff and sanitary commission, obtaining judgment, and the oil claim was then submitted to the county for payment.
Officials led by President Edward Heaton and Secretary Becretar plan a countywide peacelation drive. The event aims to insure payments for workers and enrolls 141 residents in the project, with PF. Hants and Carl ton among the organizers. The session will be held to coordinate the statewide organization efforts.
A severe February storm devastates Dewey company cattle near Oui ranch. About 1,000 head from Texas source stock perish or suffer heavy losses as sheds fail and hides are taken from carcasses by wagons. Damaged stock and harsh conditions reduce surviving herds amid blame and grave losses reported by local observers.
Hays City Kansas February reports show a local crackdown with alcohol permits restricted and bar closures noted. Judge Reed explains law enforcement focus as Parmenter receives a thirteen year sentence for murder at Fort Leavenworth. others transferred for life terms. A special April 12 election is set for local officers under a new proclamation.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions a woman's gown and a recent investigation with references to blood purification and digestion cures. The readable bits hint at a medical or patent claim but lack coherent structure, names, dates, or concrete outcomes.
Galena residents report a poisoning incident linked to Mercury exposure from parsnips. Myrtle Banixon, a relative, is mentioned amid a troubled family scene involving Misa Bankson and Parker Barker, with accusations of murder and a possible marriage disruption. Barker disappeared after leaving for Joplin, while authorities are pressed to identify the guilty party.
Feb 4 in dilawatha Kas report on a district court decision by Judge Stuart favoring the city with Falloon appealing to higher court. Supreme Court reportedly upheld the decision of Jonge Ruadt. Mentions pensions granted to Kansans and a weather note of snowfall and rain near Dodge City.
An old advertisement touts Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a guaranteed cure for piles with claims of dramatic relief after a single application. It markets the product as a universal remedy at a stated price and urges readers to ask their physician or druggist for it.
A Topeka resident Mrs. S. Newberry reports relief from kidney backache after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Rowley Snow's drug store. Three boxes improved kidney function and sleep. her husband also benefited. Doan's Kidney Pills cost 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is the U.S. agent. Remember the name Doan's.
The steamer George Sreckins went down in the whirlpool of the Green River after breakfast. Ass G. Rieferrn of Rochester reported the chaotic scene, describing passengers clinging to wreckage and brave rescues. One crew member survived and aided several survivors as others disappeared beneath the turbulent waters. The tale follows the strong human will and peril on the river.
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