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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1903
Page
8
A brief archival note states that Kansas material from the year 1724 is in the possession of the State Historical Society, indicating custody and cataloging status of historical items.
A fragmentary diary recounts Bourgmont’s 1720s expedition from Port Orleans into the Kansas region. It details the Kanien tribe, alliances, trade tensions, and a return voyage with Paducas hospitality, fever, heat, and vast prairies. The narrative notes encounters with the Missouri, Arapaho, and Camanches, and the extended journey to Fort Orleans with the Kanant chiefs.
A quirky tale follows Bristow as a farmer delivers pumpkins that captivate the town. The editor contrasts the Bristow legend with the rise of a new fame, while local notices list residents in Kansas City and Topeka. The column blends playful sketches with brief society and civic updates.
In Grove Kansas on July 10, President Hoover indicates to a congressional delegation he will not tackle the funeral judgehip until fall. Miller, secretary, instructed to learn the president's wishes. Lawrence area continues to plan events for a state reunion with General J Wack and other dignitaries. September programs include addresses by George R Peck and General Ni. Memorial events and lectures scheduled through September align with local observances.
In New York, July reports two more cases of lockjaw cured with careful tetasine treatments and direct anti-toxin injections at Harlem Hospital. Patients were restrained, treated with calumen injections, and showed recovery after the fatal onset of symptoms.
The advertisement lists silk coats in multiple prices from 5.00 to 20.00 and silk shirt waist suits with prices around 15.00 to 25.00. Chinese and white wash silks appear with lower priced options, reflecting a mid century fabric sale.
The services were led by Chaplain Rev McKilahan with Prof Charles reading the record and eulogy while the boys sang. Parents received the palm and flowers. It notes this is the first death among the boys in years. A Topeka doctor discusses hot weather diet, advising roast beef well done, vegetables, and cautioning against excess meat and rare beef, with tea and coffee in moderation.
A serialized Western tale set in a new settlement features Algern on Burr a music teacher shaping a struggling town. The author analyzes bullies and ignorance, urging readers to study power, humility, and self improvement while following Burr's romantic pursuit and the town’s cultural awakening.
The Bees defeated the Bradburys 12 to 11 in a rain-delayed nine inning game in Kansas City. Bees batting early and late, aided by fielding errors by the Bradburys, produced runs across the first, fifth, and ninth innings. Pitchers Anderson Clark Robison for the Bees and Bradburye Smith Montgomery Smith for the Bradburys faced steady pressure as the game saw several lead changes amid miscues and tension.
New York reports more than 2500 knee pate makers have joined their annual strike. They demand a renewal of last year’s mercement with contractors. Within the next few weeks between 2000 and 30,000 workers including cloak makers are expected to lay down their tools.
The G A R and affiliated groups announce a reception for Department Commander Abram W. Smith of the G A R at Representative Hall next Saturday night at 8. Extensive preparations by post and auxiliary committees include music by Rev Bernard Ally and addresses by P H y, Mrs Rovenua St John, Jorylin Bradford, and Ralph Ricard. The general committee meets Lincoln Post hall at 4 this Tuesday afternoon.
Gaston, first baseman for the Barnett team of Denver, made a triple play Sunday at focal grounds in Pueblo during a game against the C. F. and T team. The play highlighted by the Denver player contributed to his team’s performance on July 20.
A sequence in which Ty of the Incase knocked a figure to fire, Gaston caught, and Lee advanced from first base under the impression of a clean hit. Krowell on second base nearly reached third, with Gaston timing a run to second to nail him. This marked the fifth single handed triple play Gaston recorded, a feat noted after his time with Denver Western league.
The Topeka Buxiners defeated Scranton on the Washburn grounds despite missing three regulars. Blair started for Scranton and allowed eight runs in five innings before Bryden kept Topeka scoreless. The home team produced three, four, and one hit in the second, fourth, and fifth, while Stanton scored once. Campbell pitched well for Topeka. Slusher umpired poorly. Final score 8 to 6.
Frank J Gould his wife and another couple escaped injury after their four horsepower automobile collided with a Broadway car near Bowling Green. Returning from New Jersey they were knocked about thirty feet, the car overturned unsuccessfully, and all occupants went on to Whitehall ferry and then up town by car.
An eastbound electric trolley on Electric Park Mine Avenue collided with a wagon near Gulnette and Michigan Avenue in Kansas City early today injuring five people. A. A Specter and David Specter sustained head and neck injuries, Louie Specter suffered neck trauma, Cecil Specter had limb contusions, and Martin Brooke had scalp wounds. The wagon occupants were thrown clear as the vehicle was wrecked.
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