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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1900
Page
2
A fragmented item reports on temperance ideas linking sobriety to cleaner living through better food and air. It mentions priests and habit formation while describing social fears and a call for moral renewal amid dire warnings.
A fragmented excerpt outlines methods for quitting tobacco with a formal public health tone. It mentions guidance, addresses, and structured steps attributed to a community health initiative, though several words are garbled. The readable portion signals an informational notice aimed at assisting cessation.
Sporting news reports Thomas Sharkey and Hubert Fitzsimmons likely to meet soon while Sharkey favors a return with Jeffries or Fitzsimmons. Sharkey rejects McCoy rematches, says he aims to fight Hiker Fitzsimmons and prefers a future bout with his chosen rival rather than a third match with McCoy. He notes public opinion and delayed article signing as factors, and vows to continue pursuing the best available opponent.
Chicago scene heats as The Times-Herald predicts a clash between the Nations League and American League over placing a Chicago club. President Hart warns the National League will defend the league’s agreement, signaling a possible end to the current organization if an American League team is allowed in Chicago.
Rumors in New York claim Jeffries is not in condition for a scheduled fight this year. He allegedly sought medical treatment and baths in Hot Springs and may travel to California for a new treatment. Promoters reportedly considered scrapping matches with Fitzimmons, Corbett, and others if Jeffries cannot compete.
New York reports another shift in plans for the National League magnates. Instead of a special meeting, a March session is now expected. The public figures discussed include Corbett and foes, with talk of beating rivals and holding a meeting in March.
Classified advertisement offering BB Blood Balm as a cure for rheumatism and catarrh. Claims to remove the blood toxin causing rheumatism, catarrh, and joint pain. Promises full treatment at $1 per large bottle with a refund option via a trial bottle to prove efficacy. Address Blood Balm Co Atlanta Georgia.
Week passes as promoters delay until early March with conflicts among H. Van der Horst and others over bircult reduction plum. Detroit delegates deem substitutions too modern, Shaefer presses on, while McGraw reportedly balks then hints he may stay out. Philadelphia backers claim $72,000 in funds. Cincinnati veteran sports editor Stricken after twenty years with Enquirer suffers stroke but remains conscious. Fitzsimmons barred from George Dixon benefit. promoter withdraws offer of 60 per event due to gate receipts for Rublin or Choynski bout.
A story from Glusco recalls Mr Bright and his friend Rob Biggs on an afternoon hunt. Believing he shoots a rabbit, Bright kills a Plymouth Rock chicken instead, causing embarrassment to a neighbor and a courteous apology from Bright. The incident involves Rev John Bright and the local church community.
The story reports deep creditor interest in a man tied to construction of a grand palace. Agents were sent to New York to monitor transactions. debts are said to total about 1 million. The piece mentions German cavalry lessons and a U S steamer bringing soldiers and supplies to New York.
A New York advertisement proclaims Dr Radway's Pills vastly superior to others for headaches and digestive complaints. The claimant states personal relief from neurotic pains and bodily discomfort, asserting effective results compared with rival products.
An early 20th century ad promotes Radway's Pills as a universal remedy for digestion and absorption, claiming to cure numerous disorders and improve bodily function. The text presents a sweeping, confident guarantee of efficacy across many conditions. The wording imitates generic patent medicine language of the era.
A Leavenworth man James G. Doane writes from National City Cal recounting a tragic sacrifice for his son. He explains that his wife died and a Kansas couple adopted his boy under an agreement that he would not reveal his paternity. Doane, aging and in poor health, reflects on the Grattons’ kindness and the boy’s lifelong status as their adoptee, while he himself endures hardship from a distant war wound and a quiet legacy.
Lawrence Feb 26 A letter from Dr A Smith Woodward curator of geology at the British Museum states he will visit Kansas University in May to study the cretaceous fishes and reptiles in the university museum. Woodward a leading paleontologist will spend most time at Kansas University whose paleontological collection is renowned.
In district court at Paola Mark Kagan shipper of Hil faced a Memphis railroad over an August accident near Knasas City. A jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff, stating he was injured as a passenger when thrown against Eagan after a collision with a drunks passenger aboard the train. The trial featured James Black of Kansas City and lawyers from Paula. the railroad was represented by Frank and Shardan of Paola.
In Wellington Kas on February 26 the remaining assets of the defunct First National and Sumner National banks were sold at public auction by Receiver Sheridan. First National assets fetched $1,241 sold to Luella F Stewart. Sumner National assets brought $1,401 sold to Beth Stewart. Total realized around $105,560 for the two banks. Receiver Sheridan to report to the court around March 8.
The comptroller of the currency aims to finalize the final dividend by March 20 and hopes to wind up the affairs by April. The First National will pay 75 percent and the Summer National about 35 percent. Mr. Sherkin earned praise for his work as receiver, turning around a dire outlook when he took over the banks’ assets.
Concordia council No 36 United Commercial Travelers held its eighth annual banquet at Baron's hotel with W. L Day of Kansas City as supreme counselor guest. About 100 traveling men and many wives attended. Officers include WL McCarty, W W Carter, A B Miller, J A Wheatley, F Howard, G Dan. The group, Kansas’ second largest, grew by 20 members in 1919.
Lyndon Feb 24 Three men were arrested for burglary here and gave names as Frank St. Clair James Hall and Thomas Minor alias Hed Mince Allan Allaita Red They are linked to a store burglary in Queenio Cy Marshal Alexander of Quenemo pursued them after a night breakin The men fled town and hid in an abandoned house near town Alexander shot at one man and the man fell The corpse later identified in Tomparts Kan as the deceased pursued by Alexander The car involved traveled toward Santa Fe rails and was later found The coroner ruled death from gunshot wound The suspects had skeleton keys and other incriminating items thirty two banks robbed within 3 miles of Kansas City likely an organized gang.
Ottawa February 26 The People's party county central committee of Franklin county adopted a resolution asking the national committee to move the national Populist convention from Sioux Falls to Kansas City and to hold it on July 4. The measure was adopted unanimously after full discussion and urged national committeemen to work toward this change for harmony.
Jamestown February 26 A fire devastated property worth about 8500 including a saloon and hotel restaurant. Lip's saloon and the Daliaingose building suffered losses. most contents saved except groceries in Mr McCall's occupied shop. Arson suspected, incendiary believed.
An excerpt describes cattle growth in a Kansas City area facility using Amylene feeders. It notes steer development, feeding methods, and practical observations from the operation. The fragment emphasizes feed efficiency and cattle condition during the period observed.
Burlington reports Max Blushate arrested on February 9 for stealing whisky at a hotel in Waverly. He fled before capture and a pursuit through nearby towns followed, with authorities seeking recapture as the suspect remained at large.
Wichita Feb. 26 Representatives from wholesalers here met last week to plan action against the Toledo Trust and the Continental Tobacco Company. They allege the trust has cut wholesalers profits three times in three months and plans to buy large quantities at low prices. Restitution requests from wholesale houses were discussed and approved.
An old soldier is killed in a fatal incident described with damaged and garbled text. The story also covers a corn crop sale near Ottawa and a political shift in Iowa with a new Democratic paper. The Ottawa Journal is noted under management of W. A. Medaris amid party talks and Democratic meetings in Lingolat.
Dorado Kan Feb 36 plans for a new school building to replace the one destroyed by fire have been adopted and will be submitted at once. The native stone structure will be two or three stories high with a basement and fifteen rooms. Architect F M Wood of Topeka designed the project.
A World dispatch from London notes opposition by nonconformist clergy and laymen to a luncheon presiding by Colonial Secretary Chamberlain tied to Wesleyan celebrations. The event was abandoned after a conference meeting.
A dispatch from Pekin via Chefoo reports 4,000 armed natives gathered on the Shan Tung province frontier as tensions rise awaiting German troop movements and possible decisive action.
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Hallock Wonderful Electric Pills for nervous trouble, back pain, headaches, and related ailments. It lists price 1 dollar per box, with distribution through Rowley & Snow in Topeka and Halock Drug Co in Boston, claiming tested effectiveness and free medical advice.
Severe gas shortage grips southeastern Indiana with frozen pipes since 4 am. Muncie residents face fuel scarcity as homes abandon heat. Hotels seek fires or wood. farms abandon buildings seeking warmth. Streetcar wreck reported in Atlanta due to obstruction on Decatur Hill line, injuring twelve. car jumped embankment as passengers fled.
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