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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1902
Page
5
A jumble of notices from Topeka items recounts weather, sports, society and transit. Mentions Ford River bridge work, boxing talk between Fitzsimmons and Jeffries, local club meetings, and travel plans for Topeka residents including Mrs. H. L. Miler and Washburn College visitors. The column notes races, hotel deals, and pending civic chatter around trains, schools, and city events.
A blaze in Albany New York's business district near Beaver Street and the Columbia hotel killed one fireman and left another believed dying with several injured. Estimated monetary losses range from 500000 to 700000 affecting multiple nearby businesses including the Bare Ldher Stamp Works Crucible serene and Columbia Hotel company as the fire raged through the public market building and surrounding structures.
Joe Gans defeated Rafe Turner of Stockton, California, in Oakland, July 2, by a knockout in the fourteenth round. Gans dominated from start to finish, knocking Turner down multiple times and ending the bout with a left hook to the jaw. Turner showed brief aggression in the sixth, but sustained no real damage.
Newsboys annual outing led by J E Nissley began at 9:90 this morning on the Rock Island railroad to McFarland. Big Boy accompanied the excursion. The trip funds Topeka philanthropist efforts with amusements and a ball game between two newsboy nines. Evening features follow.
President Roosevelt arrives by Mayflower launch to Sandy Hook and a cheering crowd. Governor Murphy and staff escort him to the cottage for a reception and salute of 21 guns. Roosevelt praises the National Guard and urges modern weaponry and support from the national government while outlining plans to aid state guards.
A historic reflection on national guard support for the regular army and the reliance on citizen troops in crisis. It highlights trained veterans guiding new regiments, President Roosevelt's cordial reception of veterans, and the enduring value of military badges and service in public life.
Marshall's Band will perform this evening at Garfield Park starting at eight o'clock. A streetcar proposal may end wagon transfers across the bridge, with rain delaying events. Madden will nominate for classics as a concert at Garfield Park proceeds at eight in the evening.
Two Chicago golfers Abram Poole Jr and Chandler led a final push for the Ravitoaks Cup at the Onwentsin Club links Lake Coat. Early rough weather cooled the round as the field narrowed with Walter Gan and Walter Smith joining the top contenders in a duel for the Lake trophy while Tyre cup holder W Houghteling faced George A Thorne.
In Valley Center on April 30, eighteen boys and young men were named defendants in a 310,000 damages suit. The petition alleges a charivari assault using clubs and rocks damaged the groom's home and belongings, including a chicken coop and wood pile. The groom's father claims 10,000 in damages and the case centers on injuries and property losses from the incident.
Marshall's Band delivers a concert at Garfeld Park this evening at 8 o'clock. The readable fragment also includes garbled, nonessential medical misnotes and unrelated strings.
London reports the first bright day since King Edward arrived at Cowes Isle of Wight. The royal yacht enjoyed favorable winds as it sailed on deck at noon, marking a ceremonial moment of royal sailing aboard.
William Rothwell known as Toung Corbett has arrived from the west today to train at Saratoga for his July 25 fight. The famed boxer has expressed he can live only a short time, adding drama to the upcoming bout.
Baltimore July 21 The coroner reports the death of Mrs Ceentia M Sullivan from multiple bullet wounds to the heart liver and spleen as she remained conscious briefly after being struck. The incident appears linked to a personal safety matter and the exact circumstances are under investigation.
The Marshal band performs tonight at Garfield Park starting at five. Local audience invited to enjoy a lively program of marches waltzes and classics under open skies.
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