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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1904
Page
3
The Kansas report lists ten indictments involving prominent men including gamblers, an ex alderman and a board of education member. Arrests are expected in the Danes case soon.
Across Kanbab and surrounding areas a brutal cold snap paralyzes life. Farmers fear wheat damage as temperatures plummet below zero and snow blankets towns from Ashland to Newton. Police and officials report windchills, power strain, and weather warnings as residents brace for continuing severe conditions.
Evidence shows cattle in the county were assessed. A committee of cattlemen was appointed to meet with the county board if assessments are unsettled or need adjustment. The meeting aims to address discrepancies and ensure fair valuation across the counties involved.
CooL L. D Weldy deputy coal inspector and longtime Galena Republic editor and manager died Sunday night at his 1100 South Elm street residence after a chronic illness. A former soldier from Ohio he led Galena’s rebuilding efforts and served as town postmaster and deputy coal inspector under multiple administrations. He leaves a wife and one son Weldy of Dayton Ohio and a brother in Dayton. Funeral arrangements will follow.
In Wichita on January 26 former County Attorney Arsidon and state attorney Eckstein will each speak ninety minutes as the Rajnmanger case goes to the jury. Judge T Wall and G Adar oversee seven hours of argument amid testimony about witnesses and alleged inconsistencies.
Jack Monroe and Tom Sharkey accepted to box at the National Athletic Club in Philadelphia next month in a six round bout. The contest will occur between February 10 and 24 with the winner receiving 68 percent of the gross.
Fitz, a versatile Australian known for wrestling and billiards, tried golf during a Californian layover. He met Scottish pro Lowell and, after a round of 32 strokes, claimed a record but the Scot dismissed golf as too easy.
Eastern horsemen scout the Beaumont studs at H. P. Headley’s in Lexington. Beaumont foals and fillies show exceptional quality this year with 28 youngsters in the hatch. Notable dams include May Hempstead and several famous rice mares.
Milwaukee report notes Herrera and Heany Yanger Chicago may not box in Butte Montana despite earlier certainty. Manager John Herts pressed Herrera after Friday sight and indicated hesitance to proceed if terrain blocks. Negotiations on Siler appear unlikely. Herrera plans to box Louie Long in Butte February and depart tomorrow. A posted $1,000 bond with Tom Chivington adds financial stakes to the talks.
A reader from Red Lodge Montana reports long heart trouble improved by Nervine and a dietary remedy. The letter claims the writer and family saw weight gain and renewed strength after using the product, endorsing its health benefits and suggesting broader success for heart weakness.
Reporting editor notes in Nope Port about a Denatt Anger challenge where 100 pounds at PS clock is offered but no higher. Weight arrangements may block the match.
Brewers manager plans to swap Unglaub for Plymouth after a deal. Budding controversy surrounds fielding and batting averages compiled by President Hickey’s era, with Unglaub and others contesting figures. Park Wilson contemplates Seattle move as Middiew refuses St Paul, eyeing Milwaukee as possible landing spot.
Controversy surrounds Lou Dillon as to whether a wind shield or pace-maker aided her record runs. Owner C K G Billings defends the champion trotter as the greatest, arguing she can set records without artificial help. Critics want Lou Dillon to race without the runner in front of the dirt shield.
New York reports dispute over race record with Lou Dillon sulky alleged to have ball-bearing hubs. Liveryman John Gleason says Maud S sulky used an old friction axle. the sulky remains at the Bonner farm for verification. Yale seeks a new grand stand as decay threatens the 24,000-seat facility. Syracuse plans an early closing trotting stake as part of Grand Circuit events. Waddell hinted to join the Athletics at Homestead in Pittsburgh.
The Phillies contemplate adding Jake Beckey, veteran first baseman from Cincinnati, with a large salary offer. Manager Duffy aims to bolster the infield while evaluating pitchers and developing young players for the Athletica opener on April 2.
Milwaukee club figure Unglaud and Jax of the Millwaukee Club attack ex-President Hickey of the American Association over reported season stats. Hicks says 119 putouts and 130 assists at third base are inflated, noting 168 games and questioning the numbers. Players claim injustices in published averages and demand proper review.
Madison leaders report UW crew coach Andrew M. O’Dea has 70 freshmen and 60 freshmen candidates vying for varsity and freshman positions. Most hopefuls are new to varsity boating, with last year’s eight remaining in training. Four squads hold preliminary drills led by the coxswain as the group undergoes physical conditioning before rowing.
In a drive at seven furlongs Energe led 881306 to Yorite but tired while setting pace and was beaten by Futurite. Mu defeated Sea Air in the 1-year-old race. Advices say jockey Johnny Woods died this morning in Arizona from consumption. he was a well known figure nationwide.
Chicago Jan 36 John Wille local fighter held Marvin Hart of Louisville to a draw after a full rounds contest at the Watita club Wille pressed with lefts to Hart body and head repeatedly scoring and had Hart momentarily in trouble before the final bell Hart failed to land cleanly while Wille appeared the aggressor throughout the bout
Real estate transfers show C W Gallagher and wife to BE Mf Cockrell for 19 dollars covering lots 32 to 40 and Stive street in Knox. Racing notes report E Watson and wife selling properties in Angles Cal and a second race odds details. Murphy named Yale baseball coach for coming season. Angus leaves Detroit Ball Team. Yawk Fowkey buys remaining Angus stock. Track conditions noted as perfect and track good.
A vintage ad style claim touts Hand Sapoliq as a toilet friendly soap that removes stains and roughness while preventing prickly heat and chafing. It pledges white, soft, healthy skin and a glow superior to common soaps, describing a mild Tarkial bath sensation.
In New Orleans on January 21, racing fans witnessed a chaotic event as Tatness and cobalt men battled through a 900 yard dash before a packed crowd. The frontier was clear and the tone remained tense as the race concluded with unclear final placement.
Liberal Kansas January 2 A westbound freight train struck by the eastbound Golden StateLimited at Meade killed a fireman identified as Samuel Fox The train stood on the siding while workers inspected the engine A garbled ad follows about a piles cure and unrelated patent medicine claims.
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