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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1903
Page
3
A garbled sport page highlights New York players atop batting averages with mentions of Mertes and several teams in a wide, crowding recap. The fragmentary text references national standings, other clubs, and key players amid an unclear timeline and scattered team names.
Fragments recount a chaotic scene with scattered names and places as onlookers discuss a recent local gathering. The text mentions various individuals and a tense mood, with unclear sequence of events and partial dialogue implying a community dispute or celebration.
A garbled plea from Governor Bailey appeals for statewide subscriptions to aid victims of a calamity. The message names Willan Sima of Topeka National Bank as collector and outlines a committee distributing funds to local households in need, urging widespread human support.
Amid messy play and splintered defense, Pittsburgh struggles at the plate and on the mound. New York's accuracy and fielding edge tilt the game, with key errors and weak pitching highlighted as the home crowd watches hopes for a fast start fade.
Corbett collapsed seeking room and suffered injuries including a strained neck tension. A physician said he must remain in bed for several days. The accident prevented him from wrestling Jon Hermstein in the wristling match.
The article surveys contenders for the American Derby, noting East coast chances and prominent thoroughbreds. It highlights trainers and owners, with emphasis on horses competing in Chicago and Washington venues, and remarks on betting and potential outcomes for the event season.
A high class field is gathered for Subarren Stakes with top names like Geltemith and Tom Whitties in pursuit. Prominent entrants include Penn Ge Hiseimee and Lakeeady riders as experts project a fast pace and close finish.
The body of J. A. Rutledge was recovered Tuesday afternoon after drowning Saturday morning near Twesta Center Kansas. He was found lodged in a shore area and identified as a resident of Verio in Woodson County. Local authorities planned to transport the remains to his hometown for burial.
A garbled report from Abilene Kansas references a Blacksmith identified as Ja cae ores Eretn and mentions a shooting incident. The text is heavily corrupted, but implies tension among local groups and concerns about crop planting and farmer hopes amid unrest.
The fragment notes an odd confrontation involving two men, Hees dh Sirrin and Willie Gert, arriving in Melbourne with unclear motives. It mentions Corbett, a New York fining, and a crowd reaction as tensions rise, with incomplete details about the incident or its outcome.
Partial OCR text lists a passenger department message referencing Atlantic City New Jersey, a route from the west via the Fullrnd, seat 2. Mentions Lenigh and Raflrond New York with unclear honing.
Work for all as flood refugees from North Topeka crowd the Auditorium to receive meals, clothing, and shelter. Volunteers from Washburn Bethany and city clubs sew, bake, and haul supplies while Salvation Army workers staff kitchens and distribute relief in a tense, hopeful scene as aid widens.
Senator Chemneny Mt. W and Rev. Dr. Newell Dwight Hills of Plymouth Church debated wealth and morality. Hills argued the rich face temptation and that many educated sons of wealthy families fail in city life, while Chemneny quoted limits of wealth and social influence. The talk touched on liberty, integrity, and the danger of excessive luxury. Prof. Leslie Dead.
A record eight thousand dollars was paid for a large lot of tobacco by Frank P. Lewis of Peo TH for his Single Binder brand. The deal, described as the biggest high grade tobacco purchase in the West, included a written guarantee that the full amount was select tobacco.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a man connected with mining and science faculties, linked to Nelty ISTE and 1886 era. It notes involvement with a Conse church at Mitton from 184% to Uy, indicating a partial obituary or biographical fragment with unreadable dates and institutions.
A grim summary reports 190 killed in the Gutnemyity area and surrounding environs with many badly wounded. It notes widespread devastation, uncertain recovery prospects, and renewed hope for relief workers striving to aid victims amid a harsh winter.
June 1 Burlington Route announces very cheap return rates to Colorado and Utah from Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs Salt Lake City. The daily rate is half rate, except from July 1 to end, when it is even less than half rate.
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