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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1900

Page

2

Open Door Tariff Debate Echoes Philippines Trade Clash

A congressional debate centers on tariffing trade with the Philippines and the Far East. Supporters urge revenue to fund defunds while opponents warn against open door policies compromising independence and revenue streams. The discussion touches treaties, open markets, and the Philippines’ status in relation to the United States.

Rico Washington Kanegs Mays Evns Porto Eraiciipjon Wario Philippines Siaalt Unier Far East

Bernard Nicholls Beats Harry Vardon In Golf Challenge

Bernard Nicholls of the Philadelphia Club defeats the British champion Harry Vardon five up and four to play in a thirty six hole match at Hotel Ormond Pla. The match features dramatic putts and risky play with Nicholls pulling ahead after a brilliant finish to win six up and four to play in a tense afternoon session. Vardon struggles with accuracy as Nicholls seizes key holes to claim a notable victory.

Hotel Ormond Pla Bernard Nicholls Harry Vardon Nicholls Vardon Varden Massie Val Hivhall Richelle Vanion Cogan Aley Virdon Verdun Toth Mchothe Ted Nichiiin Eyedi Bark Nicholls Ae Cites Ward Veronix Watt Michelie Awelfth Nicholin

SPITZ ANXIOUS TO FIGHT BIG FIGHTS IN 1909

Bob Fitzsimmons believes Jeffries Sharkey and McCoy fear him after posting a 5080 dollar challenge. He claims Terrien and Sharkey accepted while Jeffries demands a percentage of profits. He warns Sharkey may avoid a bout if terms favor him and contemplates retirement if he defeats Jeffries again. He hints at a possible rematch with Jeffries if conditions allow.

Sharkey Jeffries New York Bob Fitzstramons Bint Bharkey Nemumbers Burt Cision Ani SetCoy Gus Rutilin Jessike Wood

Cowden Buys The Tigress at Lexington Sale

Mount Kteso owner Cowden of No Y buys from Ool Milton Young a yearling tigress from Gruthiana stock. Dam by Dillet with Vegn lineage, and a second dam Miss Austin by Lightning. Prices listed as 31000 each. Thomas Fouts purchases chestnut Shix Migwass dam Eight by Gaondaro. Durham plans to race in the east this season. Billy Mberto not in the Oak event. focus on youngsters at the Jockey Club track.

Lexington Frage c Cowden Mount Kteso Ool Miltin Gruthiana Stud Imere Imp Dillet Wat Accoustic Hroeck Miss Austin Thoman Fouts Durham Billy Mbérito Jockey Club Trac Uci Bes Juur Hosinano Mayme

Detroit Muddle Clears With Club Franchise Talks

A Detroit based group discusses reorganizing a club under Mrs VanderVeck’s leadership. Key figures include Desom, Baron Fe, and George Stalin as they plan stock divisions and control of owner shares. The franchise action hinges on arranging surplus players and meeting party quotas before week’s end.

Ite Worplus National Party

Cleveland in Association Confirms Grounds Dilemma

President Ban Johnson met with Cleveland National League President Robison and local officials about the American League club for Cleveland. Johnson stated that Erbunis retraction aside, Averville is settled and Robison named a price for leasing the present game hall. The new club would feature top players from NL clubs that have dropped out.

Cleveland, O Ban Johnson American Baseball Iaxer Robison Cleveland Johnson Sid Cleveland Diub

Wisconsin Snubs Yale In Baseball Football Clash

New Haven reports Yale will not meet any western football team next fall. Wisconsin sent a reply declining an eastern trip, marking regret over the decision. Yale had counted on a classic season opener with Wisconsin, a game praised as one of the season’s best.

New Haven Badger Conn Robert Hilton Yale Ann Wner University of Wisconsin Hixon Tr Tey Crome Badgers Sporting Lite Freeman Hamilton Rune Tham Thore Huck Bostons Pittsburg

Boxer Bob Fitzsimmons declines bout with Joe Choynowsky

New York reports Bob Fitzsimmons rejects a Chicago boxing offer for a scheduled bout with Joe Choynowsky. The boxing club had offered $5000 or $10,000 to fight, while another note says Fitzsimmons won’t sell to McGraw. Baltimore reports Harry Van der Horst swears he will not attend any proposition from McGraw’s company.

New York Bob Fitzsimmons Joe Choynwkonis Chicago Eien Ieee Lea Eoynaki Chioase McGraw Baltimore Harry van der Horst

Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Promote Digestive Health

Advertisement outlining indigestion symptoms and how Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets aid digestion by supplying pepsin and natural digestive agents. Claims one tablet digests 400 grains of meat, eggs, or similar foods. Describes a home test with boiled egg, notes vegetable ingredients and safety, pricing, and availability in the US Canada and Europe.

Patna Stuart Ttin United States Canada Europe Inter Sp Stuart Co Alare Marshall Mick

Ant-syndicate rivals seek sale amid Baltimore circuit talk

In a fevered exchange from Chicago to Washington, opponents dispute a strategic sale led by McGraw as Abell Ebbetts of Brooklyn are to be courted. President Robinson flags Baltimore’s circuit status as undecided while Root challenges McCoy. Houseman backs Jack Root against any world middleweight, with a $5,000 preference and flexible side bets.

Astorathes Heys Ant-Syndicate The Rage Hanton McGraw Cranchite Abell and Ebbetts Brooklyn McGraw Company Robinson Jett Sayin Baltimore Washington Root McCoy Chicago L. M. Houseman Jack Root Kid McCoy Tommy Hean Houseman Pic Root

Latham Named Coach of Penn Track Team

Philadelphia notes Arlie Latham, a noted baseball figure, has been selected by the University of Pennsylvania athletic association to succeed Michael Murphy as coach and trainer of Pennsylvania's track team. Latham will assume duties after the return of the olympian games.

Philadelphia Arlie Latham Athletic Association of the University of Pennsylvania Michael © Murphy Pennsyvania Lather Pennsylvania

Kentucky Stock Farm buys American Stock Farm

The Kentucky Stock Farm Publish company with $25,000 capital purchased the American Stock Farm, the nation’s oldest trotting horse paper. Desha Breckinridge will continue publishing American Stock Farm here. terms private. In Philadelphia a hunter from last season signs to join the Charlotte team, aiming for March 12 or 14. President Johnson in Cleveland discusses lease offers for League Park and eight-club circuit prospects.

Lexington Kentucky Stock Farm Publish! Company Desha Breckinugge

Transfer of 18 freight crews sparks Topeka debate

General Manager Mudge of the Santa Fe reports eighteen men moved from Topeka to Argentine under the new freight arrangement. Three engineers three firemen four conductors and eight brakemen left, while remaining engine and train crews stay in Topeka. The shift prompts mixed local reactions as Argentine begins to benefit from the change.

Mudge The Santa Fe Topeka Argentine Te- Peki Kansas City Pec Oa Kaw Ther

Beer Follows the Flag: Morton Talks Philippine Trade Gains

Paul Morton and colleagues discuss railroad strategy in Denver. He argues Santa Fe and Colorado & Southern traffic ties remain experimental, predicts eventual rate relief from new Colorado products reaching San Francisco and the Southwest, and notes limited absorption ambitions. He also cites Manila trade figures and rail connections shaping Pacific markets.

Paul Morton Denver Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Mia. Morton George T. Nicholson Brown Southwest Pacific Coast Colorado Iron and Steel Santa Fe Colorado & Southern Morton San Francisco Milch Oh Wales Hin Rand Philippines Pacific Manila Arizona New Mexico Santa Rita Colorado Colorado Fuel and Iron Company Hearst Estate

Wadlelet Career Moves From Rio Grande Western Line

The article recalls Mr. Wadlelet once Major S. K. Hooper’s assistant on the Rio Grande. He later became general passenger agent of the Rio Grande Western and earned regret from Denver officials. His Western line work matched his Denver & Rio Grande record, ending about a year ago after a personal misunderstanding. He sought New York opportunities, waiting until he secured them.

Wadlerl Sy Ho Wadlcign S. KK. Hooper von the Rio Grande Pio Grande Western Denver Denver & Rilo Grande

Anonymous Circulars Urge Agents to Break Rail Commission Pact

A Chicago dispatch reports underhanded circulars mailed from St. Louis to ticket agents nationwide urging them to route business to the strongest railroad lines to coerce presidents into restoring commissions. The letter promotes forming a new power by directing traffic via dominant lines like New York Central, Pennsylvania, Union Pacific, Chicago & Northwestern, and Santa Fe, promising agents a greater leverage than rail coalitions.

Chicago St. Louis Ubelr Wenker Jess Mlesa New York Central Pennsylvania Ae Union Pacific Chicago & Northwestern Santa Fe

Truesdale Re-elected as Delaware Lackawanna President

At the Delaware Lackawanna & Western Railroad annual meeting the retiring directors were re-elected. Carmine Sloah was elected to fill the Yorkby vacancy caused by John J. Miar's death. William H. Trovalale was re-elected president and Fred F. Chamberg as secretary and treasurer. The voting represented 5830 shares. The annual report praised Truesdale's management with a surplus after dividends of GATS for the year ended December 31, rising from a deficit in 1808. Directors elected included Eugene Higgins, William Astor, John D. Rockefeller Jr., and others. A directors meeting will name a chairman and vice president.

New York Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Company Alrectora Carminel Sloah Yorkbey John J. Miair William H. ‘Trovalale Fred F. Chamberg Triesdale Eugene Higgins Willam W. Astor William Hockefeller Henry A. C. Taylor J. Rogers Max- Well George F. Baker James Stillman Frank Work Hamilton Mek Twombles Harrie C. Pahoestock Frederick W. Vanderbilt M.dayvlor Payne John D. Rockefeller, Jr Samuel Stoan

Mr M Murtrie Resigns as Santa Fe Chief Dispatcher

Longtime Santa Fe chief dispatcher Mr H M Murtrie has retired after over two decades in state service. The Topeka and regional rail community notes his telegraphy skill and wide experience, praising his efficiency and value to the Santa Fe system as leadership shifts occur.

Santa Fe Topeks H. Moxurtrie WM. Combs Lee Etconee Poaithon McMurtrin Lincott Santi Fe Dts Thad Ar Sete Mosurizle Omite Sas Pai Muresan 7Iri Mtr MaMurtrie Mir Esseytile

Widleigh Named General Agent of Western Passenger Assoc

Denver February reports Frank A. Widleigh has been appointed general agent of the Western Passenger association with headquarters in New York City. The promotion reflects his extensive experience in railroad passenger affairs and the need for diplomacy and tact in the role.

Western New York Denver Western Railroad Frank A. Widleigh Western Passenger Association New York City

Past Master's Degree To Be Conferred Saturday Evening

The annual Masonic lodge event will see the Master Mason's degree conferred by past masters at the Masonic hall this Saturday evening. Officers listed include Petel R. W., Charles J. Webb as W. M., Hamilton F. Morris as W. W., William Hodson as J. W., James Cooper as Treasurer, Jonathan D. Norton as Secretary, Augustus O. Wellman as D. W., Jacob S. Furry as J. D., Charles W. Kouns as S. W., Charles S. Downing as J. S. W., Miss Sarbach as Tyler, and Frat Roe as W. P. M.

Masonic Hall Petel R. W Charles J. Webb Hamilton F. Morris William Hodson Cooper Jonathan D. Norton Augustus O. Wellman D. W Jacob Furry J. D Charles W. Kouns Charlee Downing Mises Sarbach Tyler Frentor G. Brown At. Frat Roe W. P.M

Drunkenness Cured and Rise Woman Aid Claim

A sensational ad proclaims a trial package called Free to all in Atlanta, promising a new remedy to cure drunkenness and save the drunkard. It touts books and testimonials from hundreds healed, urging readers to secure the aid for themselves or loved ones.

How TO QUIT TOBACCO and Tobacco Hangups

A distressed治疗 of tobacco quitting methods notes how smokers confront cravings and social cues. The piece discusses routines, home distractions, and the impact of tobacco use on daily life and health.

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