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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
2
Ed Delehanty ranks second among sluggers as Lajoue tops the American League batting chart. Chicago’s Jones leads the real outfield region while Boston and national league matchups draw attention at the season's midpoint.
Boston and Richland report detail Horace Fogel courting Frants of Harvard and exploring signings to bolster a New York team. Amid injuries and releases, notes show Fogel aiming to build a competitive squad as NY roots for a strong season, with prospects for March/April signings and roster moves.
Mixed sport items feature horse racing at Sheephead Bay with Carbanele and Francesco trading favoritism and close finishes, plus Chicago Derby day weather and Saint Louis racing results. Baseball talk centers on Tacoma’s St Vrain and Memphis release implications, with London boxing results noting Kid McFadden knocked out by Bint Jordan.
The annual meeting of the State Millers Association will convene in Topeka on July 2 at the city council chamber. Delegates from across the state are expected, with officer elections and reciprocity as top topics. Millers favor Roosevelt policies over Burton and seek new markets for their products.
Atchison notes R Washer received a $97.26 voucher from the U S treasury for Civil War services. Details include pay for enlistment periods, a lieutenant’s bounty, and deductions such as a war tax. Washer believed fully paid but a balance was found, prompting collection for the 19th century claim. The piece humorously laments the government’s honesty and lack of interest.
A Wichita man sues Santa Fe Railroad for 10000 alleging an in motion train pushed him, causing severe injuries and amputation. The case names the Santa Fe and the Wichita venue, with the plaintiff described as Tyler, seeking damages. The article also notes related local events and notices.
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