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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1901
Page
2
St Louis reports Bob Fitzsimmons condemns corruption in boxing, urging fighters to stay on the level. He warns promoters and bettors, stressing personal responsibility, warns that misuse of identities and contracts harms the sport, and urges clean conduct to protect boxers and fans.
Cincinnati February 1 After a month long stint at the site Champion Sho and his trainer left for Detroit as Cincinnati’s drawing power fades. He trained three weeks for the title bout with Runlia at the Price Hill waterworks and then headed away last week after keeping the Brock and Barn gym in view. The champion’s brother Jerk and promoter Benaper were among those seen bidding him farewell in a quiet, businesslike sendoff.
Fragmentary OCR note records a terse exchange about reentry to the ring after a show ends. The quoted line suggests anticipation of a comeback, with a brief counterstatement indicating the show’s conclusion first.
From Tennessee to New Orleans and San Francisco to Houston a circuit of racing and training unfolds this week. George Wateme leads the Schorr colors and Joe Brey travels to attend the mace event. Braseleuss, aged 93, posts a quarter in 22 as common training and effort rise among horses and trainers.
Forty American jockeys are slated to ride in Great Britain and Europe this spring. The season promises to mix racing form with unfamiliar conditions as top riders travel abroad. Messrs Sloan, Medoyne, MeJoynt and Hamilton are among those listed as sailing for overseas assignments.
Valuables owner Bob Hiner of Cincinnati plans to buy the full sister to Ballyhoo Bey, now owned by TWN Bravia Air. Hiner, famed Cincinnati horseman, travels to Lexington to secure the horse after being offered Ballyhoo Boy as a yearling. Joe Pierman will wear Hiner’s colors next season.
In New Fork February 28 the World National magnates began their annual meeting to plan actions against the American League during wartime. Attendees included H Soden Conant Illingworth Brash Barney Dreyfuss Ned Robison Rogers Reach and others as they discuss player demands and season planning.
The page recalls several testimonials praising Dr. Musa Nervine and Pain Pills for grip and stomach woes with patients from Hullsvile Montress and Colle Elgin. It also discusses a public dispute over contract terms in a sports league, with President Andrew Freedman and Charles Zimmer of the Players' Protective Association weighing in on league harmony and the calendar.
New York reports a formal challenge from Britain for the Davis Cup and world lawn tennis championship. The British association seeks four players per side with singles and doubles. The Lolerty brothers are expected to travel, with G. W. Hillyard possibly joining the visiting party.
New York reports Whitney denies rumors of attempting to purchase Volodyovski for the derby. Claims from GC and family indicate no offer was made, with son Henry Payne Whitney pursuing an English derby with breeding stock. A Kentucky farm lists Meddler as a mate for Volodyovski, aligning with their plans.
MGHAW waits for peace as it travels to Hot Springs for recuperation and talks with American and national league club owners about peace proposals and new agreements. McGrawe plans a rest stay to test and recover and to draft playing regulations favoring American language games with Tar Johnson to meet there.
Connie Mack pressures Hilliles to send the Brewers south for training. Rumor says the Brewers likely train in Richmond to escape cold northern weather. The plan, backed by Duff and Rickson, aims to prep the team with southern conditions and earlier practice.
In Arkansas City on February 26 a public stock sale drew about four hundred farmers to the yard with expectations of strong prices. The event, sparked by Mr. Roebuck and the Commercial Club, aims to broaden the market for farm stock. a second sale is planned for March 1. In Smith County, Mrs. Campbell fatally shot her son-in-law Day at their Lane Township farm after ordering him from the house.
Leavenworth, Topeka and Lawrence clubs of the A O U W contested a meet Monday afternoon. Leavenworth captured the first prize with Topeka second and Lawrence third. Leavenworth also won the Topeka challenge cup, taking honors from Topeka. Due to the Topeka team’s inability to stay until Wednesday, the prize drill event for that night was held Sunday afternoon.
The inquest into the killing of Mrs. Hudson of Millwood Leavenworth Kansas was held on Monday. The coroner's jury returned findings after the joint raid.
Mrs HP Green has recovered and expresses well being after a Beatie issue. Local notices mention J W Way’s progress at his home in Des Moines after an illness and Dr Miles Nervine and Pills credited with aiding recovery. Prosecution Attorney De Waele and Speaker Henderson are noted. various names and locations referenced in a fragmented personals column.
In a preliminary ruling the jury found the deceased died from a gunshot wound inflicted by unknown assailants. The raid and who struck those wounded were not investigated. Named individuals were listed among those involved, with a full examination set for Friday. Pensions were granted to Kansans, while Nation and companions face charges for attacking saloons, with possible penalties. Veterans seek support to extend jurisdiction over the Soldiers' Home reservation, as a fatal quarrel rouses local unrest.
Philadelphia fighter Jack O Brien defeated Harry Smith of Birmingham in the third round of a fifteen round bout in New York, earning a $1,000 purse before the referee halted the action. Smith showed heart but could not overcome O Brien’s power as the round ended.
Passengers are quoted a round trip fare of 31.95 dollars via Banta Ye Bouts from Weare toward Washington D C with a return date in late February and March. Details on exact travel dates and return conditions are to be obtained from the company.
A fragmented OCR item mentions Washington and meters via rock IG roots, with unclear context and names. Readable parts point to a local brief noting measurements or routes, but concrete entities and actions are not distinct.
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