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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1902
Page
2
The item describes a confusing, fraud laden notice about illicit schemes, asking readers to beware of dubious solicitations. It references a Breau Rout and a Topeki address, noting warnings about false offers and potential scams through mail. It emphasizes cautious handling of such communications and hints at the broader danger of deceptive correspondence.
San Francisco reports on Jetiziee and Fitzsimmons preparing for a big bout, describing long morning runs of ten miles and afternoon workouts at Herbie Springs. The piece notes training routines, boxing drills with opponents at White Bear, and social incidents involving the athletes including a cottage clash and a run‑in with a rough spectator, highlighting the rugged, period training style and character of the boxers.
New York reports the suburban handicap at Sheephead Bay Barakhuy will feature fourteen rivals led by Advant Guard and Watercolor. Prominent trainers express optimism while wagering odds list several contenders such as Geld Ficels Blues Roshiston and Penticost in a tight bet race.
The article outlines favorites and penalties for several horses in a forthcoming race. It notes Whitey WoC as a likely winner, Blut and Veith facing weight penalties, and contenders such as Penpecust Soungster Rena Queen Dixie Tine Carbinele and Advance Guard. Stakes and weights are discussed with emphasis on lone stretches.
In Waterbury on June 1 the ex pugilist John L Sylvan takes a tumble in a Western show amid debts and a sheriffs clampdown. The incident erupts as a furious attack unfolds at the Deadwood stagecoach, with charges against Cowdray and barbed threats as the show attempts to ride out the peril.
Coffeyville voters decide to remain in the Sisecurl Valley League after a citizens meeting in the city court room. The decision preserves league relations, with talks of a stronger team and better management to support Coffeyville for the coming season.
A garbled context of local sports results June 10 including team matchups Nevada vs Joplin, Osborne vs Kensington, and college seniors vs faculty. Fragments mention scores, batteries, pitchers, attendance and various city teams with limited readable names.
OCR fragment discusses American League topics with mixed names and events. Mentions include batters, pitching, and a closing sequence with Donohue and Maloney. Content is garbled, lacks clear events or dates, and cannot identify a coherent report or outcome.
Fragmentary report from a Western League game night mentions untidy home team, officials, and a listed attendance of 8388 at Des Moines. Names and specifics are garbled, but the turnout estimate is the only clear fact amid the unreadable lines.
Manhattan June 1 a report notes attendance of 1400 the largest in school history. A new science building adds 4 percent more rooms and increases facilities for work next year. The commencement schedule includes Friday recitals, Sunday religious services, Monday society events, Tuesday exams and alumni meetings, Wednesday annual address and diploma presentations, with band concerts and military drill, total details reflecting a busy week.
June 10 Wichita notes describe a mass bicycle journey toward Idaho. Seven travelers plan a route via Colorado with a goal to reach Boise by July 1, traveling about 15 miles per day. Some participants, including Lewis, contemplate mining prospects and land value if gold discoveries persist near the Idaho capital.
Oberlin June 10 funeral services for Mrs John B. McGee wife of A H McGee a noted local businessman were held Saturday under Eastern Star rites. She was valued in social circles and charitable works. An unrelated paragraph about a Chinese laundryman and a separate crime-like quote appears in the text but is not related to the main obituary.
An old column promotes a patent medicine claiming a complete cure for bowels disorders without surgery. It asserts quick sleep and a positive money-back guarantee if it fails, with price details and druggist availability. It mentions laxative tablets and tickets for nearby sales events.
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