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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1900
Page
2
Fragmented account condemns surgical cancer treatment as cruel and useless, arguing that blood disease cannot be cured by cutting. It cites many deaths and criticizes doctors and the medical establishment for promoting dangerous procedures.
Sporting conflict erupts at Barthold hotel bar where boxer James Fitzsimmons challenges Harvey Norwood after a remark. A waiter intervenes as Norwood lands a hard jaw blow, sending Fitzsimmons into a frenzied chase through the restaurant. He calms later, saying he will now refrain from further trouble.
Martin Bercen the base player who killed his family and then committed suicide last week did not carry life insurance, a report shows. His father Michael and brother William, now in charge, learned the estate details including a small amount received in installments and a remaining balance of 1650 dollars.
James J Corbett intensifies preparation at Lakewood drilling quarters ahead of the March 1 bout with Jim Jeffries. The former champion trains harder than ever, weighs 193 pounds now and plans to lose 8 to 10 pounds gradually. He expresses strong confidence in an eventual victory and says his two weeks of active training show rapid improvement.
In New York on January 24, the Columbia University Athletic Association executive committee selected Dr. Walter B. Peet as rowing coach for the coming year. Despite last season’s lack of a winning crew, the decision received broad support from old rowers and last year’s eight. Captain Mackay announced a near total overhaul of training, adopting a Harvard Yale and University of Pennsylvania style system with close line work.
Beaverdam Wis January 24 Hawley reports he has given baseball no thought yet but will decide when time comes He remains confident in his health and readiness and keeps in practice by sawing and spitting wood Hawley vows to speak out if results are unsatisfactory and notes he is feeling fully fit despite the hiatus
Schaefer reports two strong contracts, including a Wick deal valued at 885000. In New York, junior Jake Bobnefer contemplates career prospects as health concerns loom. Other details reference Davy Williem Myers and a room linked to Schaeter, with uncertain future implications.
The report covers player contracts and pay, including a hard deal for Jake Paltil and others like O Connor and Atyers. It notes how Schefer benefits in New York, plus tennis results with Peter Latham and Eustace Miles defeating Pettit and Standing, and Gould adding a St Bernard to his kennel in Irvington.
The passage fragments reference factions including Fomeke, Sed in Siete Fostee, and a debate about the American Association project. It mentions delays, awaiting word from Guinn, possible meetings, and a contractor tied to a Chicago event. It reads as a chaotic report of stalled initiatives and uncertain leadership.
A杂collection of brief telegrams covers political moves in Berlin London and Washington Jan. Reports on Alaska land office changes and boundary questions between Free State and German colonies. Obscure mentions include election notes in New York and remarks on Dewey Lafayette naming debates and military promotions in Washington with casualty and veteran references.
Henry A Hazen, a leading Weather Bureau forecaster, died after injuries from a bicycle collision with a pedestrian in Washington. He sustained a fractured skull and remained unconscious until death.
Travel article fragment notes traveling men with notes in Indian Territory face smallpox vaccination requirements. Railways policy blocks tickets beyond Harper Oklahoma, limiting travel toward points south and affecting Hutchinson and other cities.
Washington January 24 Col Bryan’s Washington visit produced a Union of Democratic leaders in the senate and house to pursue a harmonious policy on expansion and trusts. The plan includes Philippine insurrection suppression with a republican regime and U S protectorate, a $20 million bond issue, and a broader federal scope over interstate corporations with periodic financial disclosures and open books.
William J. Bryan dined and met crowds at the Hoffman House breakfast earlier, then attended a Democratic club dinner hosted by President John W. Keller. The event drew Silverites and anti-imperialists alike, with Bryan greeted by notable figures including ex-Governor Hoge and Mayor Van Wyck as the room buzzed with conversation and cheers.
At a large city club event President Keller and Mayor Van Wyck hosted a reception for Mr. Bryan. Dignitaries from city departments attended while Bryan, feeling unwell, left for his hotel after a brief address. Ex-Governor Hogg noted the gathering showed no internal dispute and welcomed Bryan as a guest. Keller expressed satisfaction with the reception and commented on letters from Doyle Fox and Roosevelt.
Paris reports a Frenchman named Farkas has claimed a method to imitate artificial silk by a new process. A notable silk manufacturer has ordered a trial with the artist’s technique, aiming to reduce costs. The tale includes details of attempted experiments and reactions from Lyons and other centers.
A heated meeting in Orange residents clash over a proposed gift for a public library. J M W Kitchen calls Carnegher offer insulting while praising philanthropy and urging the town to fund libraries locally.
The readable bits show a debate over rates and approval before the public. Dr Kittchan and others express concern, while Lisa Satak and several Democrats echo hesitations about timing and acceptance.
Mrs Olive C Hall of Kokomo has purchased the William Henry Harrison homestead at North Bend Ohio. The aging mansion sits on seven acres with winding riverfront grounds. The sale price was reported as 15,00 though details remain uncertain.
Dramatic events unfold as preface notes describe Who is Who a musical farce comedy presented by Prey and St John under B D Stair and Geo H Ninotal at the Crawfire. The piece reputedly blends legitimate farce with musical interjections and is touted as a merry antidote for the blues with an enigmatic Stranger in New York as a backdrop.
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