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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1902
Page
2
Sporting News describes O Rourke's plan for a six round bout before the Quaker Club with a venue capable of seating about 10 000. He cites potential crowds and money from promoters, noting past inducements and his stance against accepting offers to fight Jefferies. He insists on fighting on his terms and confirms no personal contact about inducements from Jeffries' camp.
In Cincinnati on January 17 Markielin, a famed racehorse figure, allegedly bet $1000 that Robert McMillan would not enter a wager with him. The claim centers on a supposed dispute over funds and a theft charge tied to McMillan and Frank Chargin. Witnesses are Wall known in the horse world. Markielin resides in Norwood and is a noted market master. Kelly and McMillan also hold turf notoriety.
Lawrence Jan 17 report from Thurs Gay's meeting of the Haskell Athletic association notes Ler Bost Baseball and basketball teams posting a strong season. He excels as quarterback and halfback, a fast punter and speedy runner. Fallis is steady and deserved his election. Several candidates for Gatland and Rennie Owen are mentioned. coaching, polo, and football manager elections were deferred.
New York January 17 The Metropolitan Stakes for three year olds and up is the highlight with 1500 dollars added and races across six seven furlongs distances. Other notable events include the Tobororan handicap and the Jerome handicap with substantial added money and varied distances as part of the autumn meeting program.
A damaged OCR fragment shows names such as Wilke, Munies, Eeriaes, Estes, Aurea, Tor, and Witenes along with a $32,500 amount and a reference to a seat. The text is incomplete but indicates election or bidding context and multiple individuals involved.
Denver, Jan 17. Young Corbett, alias Young Cor Ww. H., sues for the balance of a promised purse after recovering only 20 dollars. He claims the contract promised a larger sum and asks judgment for the remainder plus eight percent interest.
In New York Corbett states Terry will return after a fourteen week program ends. He intends to fight all comers and guarantees a return match, but he cannot name an opponent at this time.
Philadelphia January 17 Peter Maher in top condition for a six round bout with Tom Sharkey tonight before the Central Athletic Club. He trains by day and runs miles on park macadam with his handlers by his side showing morning and afternoon exhibitions. His punches remain powerful and supporters, eager to bet heavily, expect a victory.
The New Memphis Jockey Club secretary N Macfarlan lists sixty seven horses for the Montgomery Handicap to begin Memphis meeting March 21. Notable past performers Modesty Bob Miles Buck Massie Salvable among entries. race runs one mile and one sixteenth with 2000 dollars added.
New York January 17 Terry McGovern was granted a brief leave from Hahnemann hospital where he has been confined since last Saturday after nose surgery. He walked outside bandages intact and returned to care. He plans to move to Hempstead then to Louisville on February 1 with trainers to resume preparation for his bout with Dave Sullivan. Harris will secure training quarters in Louisville for McGovern’s camp.
In Kansas City Missouri Tommy Ryan of the city and Rube Praca of Scammon Kan signed articles for a forthcoming match within ninety days with each man depositing 500 with a local newspaper as forfeits. In Frisco Autolight won the Santa Cruz handicap at Oakland by a neck over Posi after carrying 118 pounds in a fast mile race. O Connor delivered a notable ride on Morris and also showed strong form on Position, one of California’s best horses.
November snippets recount racing results and transfers from New York Denver to Hastings and Milwaukee. Kingsley and Eva Rice win favorites in New Jeans. Rush sells high at auction. McCue’s refusal to ride Fablis noted. Loughran and Rothwell queried over veracity. Pete Hastings offered to join St Louis. Neill trains for Jan 22 bout with Mysterious Milly.
Jim Jeffords of California and Al Weing of Buffalo met at the Pennsylvania Athletic club for six rounds. Wes led through three rounds, but Jeffords quit at the end of the third, offering no reason for leaving the ring.
The twenty sixth annual meeting of the State Historical Society will be held next Tuesday January 2. The gathering coincides with the Midwinter exposition and peciprochy convention drawing a large attendance from outside Topeka. Public is invited to the exercises at the active hall. Officers include President John Francis Colony, 1st vice president Wa Smit Marysville, co vice president W B Stone Galena, treasurer John Guthrie Topeka, and George W Martin Kanes Ly. The board meets after dinner with programs to follow featuring afternoon and evening talks on constitution amendments slavery in Kansas horticulture in Kansas and reminiscences of Northwest Kansas and early days in Kansas City. The annual president’s address is titled An Incident of the War in 1862 by Son Francis Colony. Election of officers for the ensuing year will be held.
The Herbner theater company brings Way Down East to Crawford tonight, a two year run hit in New York praised for rural scenes and simple forceful portrayal. A matinee and night show follow Saturday with prices 10 30 and 20 cents, ladies admitted Sunday.
In Colorado Springs on January 17 General Wm J Palmer former president of the Te Grande Western and an Antrhopic Colorado Springs millionaire outlines plans for a sanitarium complex. Two buildings are planned the larger at $200 000 housing about 100 patients paying 20 a week for treatment. A second facility would serve patients unable to pay and would be publicly supported.
Captain J H Churchill states the prolonged dry spell is a blessing for local agriculture and water management. He cautions farmers to adapt, noting soil moisture conservation and crop planning implications amid the arid season.
Dodge City reports features Captain Churchill a former sailor and alfalfa grower in western Kansas praising cattle prosperity under mild weather. The piece notes western Kansas feeding, water supply, political figures like Governor Blain and state builders advancing rural business, with Churchill later becoming director of the state agricultural society.
Professor A W Jones owns a rare colonial oak tree shilling dated 1662, described as an early and valuable family heirloom. The coin is noted as among the earliest pieces of money joined in colonial times, highlighting its historic significance.
An advertisement claims scrofula stems from hereditary blood taint and that S S S cures the disease by cleansing and building up the blood. It cites a testimonial from J M Seals in Hawdville and urges readers to send for a free book while noting a price of 3 dollars plus Atlanta, GA.
The Jones family, long established in Massachusetts, displays a rare oak tree shilling from before the revolutionary era. The silver piece bears Malathusets In on one side and New England An Dom 1% W. PB. Pierce notes its preservation and rarity for collectors.
Mrs Mary McCoy and her daughters Mary Stanley and Bessie Browning face first degree murder charges in Ottawa as Sheriff Costigan brings them to court. Coroner Flaggart and County Attorney Brandon filed the complaint alleging premeditated murder with an ax or blows, with body disposal details implied. Preliminary exam set for February 19. defendants remanded without bail.
Osborne vs Mrs. Sheriff unfolds in district court with the defendant choosing to defend herself after firing her attorney over alleged whisky loyalties. She testifies she knocked out a window with an ax to gain entry, smashed the joint and fixtures, and would repeat the act if another joint opened. Osborne seeks damages and is awarded 17 dollars as the owner kept a son nearby.
Concorum Jan 1 Martin Zorten department commander of the Kansas G A R faced removal after actions at Abilene prompted protests. He could not install new G A R and W R officers during a visit. Norton was unable to attend the installation and no formal charges were filed. A Jan 17 meeting of the state G A R executive council was requested to consider charges against Commander Norton with possible resignation option.
Frank E Colvin a Galena Kan real estate man promoter of Columbus park is badly wanted and whereabouts unknown. He managed a saloon on the Missouri side adjoining Galena until about three months ago when backers from St Louis took over. He has been in real estate and insurance with creditors and a mixed record. Columbus former home.
Frank Lemon, former head of the Pan American show Lemon Brothers' circus, filed in Kansas City Kansas common pleas court to stop collection of $403 in personal taxes and penalties. He disputes valuation of his moved personal effects and claims tendered $50, but the county measurer refused. The piece also mentions Sergeant Lorenzo Salina will be mustered out February 17 after 21 years in the U S Army and other scattered notes from the same dateline.
The Blue Rapids Cement Plaster company elected officers for the year in Lawrence on January 17. Henley was named president, John Mulrane vice president, J A Henley secretary and treasurer. The company will move its offices to Lawrence and be operated together with the Henley Mulvane concern after sale.
A newspaper pitch claims rheumatism is a blood disease and Omega Oil can reach and cure the ailment. It urges rubbing the oil on the painful area and drinking extra water to flush kidneys, promising relief within two weeks.
Major Calvin Hood of Emporia Kansas donated 60 dollars to the Second Regiment band of the Kansas National Guard. The gift will assist in purchasing new uniforms, with more contributions anticipated to follow.
Riley Jan 17 The Regent has been sold to FL Curtis of Washington who will take on February 1 Mc Miller will engage in the newspaper inkers at another wed Married at Downs Downs Jan 17 Ex Mayor A W Rice of Abbieno and Mrs R J Crozier of Downe were married last evening at the home of H H Welty They go to Washington DC on a wedding tour.
The Iola Register reports ex members of the Twentieth Kansas exonerate Colonel Metcalf yet name two others as guilty. The charges, tied to actions in the Philippines, allege Metcalf shot Filipino prisoners while in Manila. An old military court purportedly cleared him, but renewed talk suggests possible involvement by other officers.
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