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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
2
A garbled sports item from New York covers praise for the Akron figure and hints at boxing match plans. It references Jim J. Triew, Gus Rublin, Jeffries, and Sharkey with uncertain details about dates and arrangements.
James J. Corbett in Ruhlin corner boasts Ruhlin’s rise as a top fighter, predicts he would detest Jeffries if matched, and recalls financial tensions with Corbett over past bouts. Corbett claims Ruhlin improved to one of the best fighters seen, and guides him to follow his in-ring strategy against Sharkey.
Brooklyn may finish the season in Washington after discussions over the past two weeks. Exeaniene Youns of the National league notes Washington as a strong baseball town with a large, transient population and support from government clerks, suggesting the move would be well received.
In Washington while in Brooklyn a note on crowd sizes emerges. Weekday games rarely draw more than 3,500 or 1,700 paid admissions, with predictions that the stands could be taxed by a team such as the present GreekGens.
Chicago June 28 Lieut Gibson and Sidney Lucas are slated for a stake race at Washington Park with both entered The Derby winner Quener Thompson is cited as backing Lucas and trainer Str Thompson Fodiey comments on weights and Gibson’s chances If the track is fair Gibson may beat Lucas in his own manner and Holt Holand may ride Gibson plans hinge on Smiths decision and race conditions
Former heavyweight champion John L Sullivan, famed for his boxing exploits, was held on $500 bail by Magistrate Deal at Jefferson Market Court after a late night altercation at Sullivan's Broadway salon linked to the Dante Inferno Exhibition company. Witnesses say Sullivan, intoxicated, struck George H. Snyder four times amid a tense scene. Snyder was bruised and Sullivan had a head gash.
Baseball notes cover Lawrence losing to Abilene, pitcher Witeon returning to Alabama in poor health, and speculations on players like Dick Parden and Chutes OLeary. Commentary on Brooklyn versus New York, and remarks from Jimmy Ryan, Jim Doonhue, Hyun, and Murnane about recent league games and standings.
At St Paul on June 24 the Minnesota Republican convention nominated Samuel R. Van Sant for governor with a slate including Lindon A Smith for lieutenant governor and W B Douglass for attorney general. Thomas H Carter spoke for the national platform urging expansion, while the party endorsed Nelson for reelection and favored popular election of senators.
Charleston and return fare $33.25 to a Santa Fe route for the annual National Educational Association meeting. Tickets on sale July 24 with final return Sept 1. One way and return options allowed, with route requirements north of the Ohio and west of Memphis. Stopovers allowed at Washington within final limit. L King, Topeka, for full information. Also travel to points within 200 miles of Topeka at one and one third fare. Best prescription for malaria Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic. Iron and quinine in tasteless form. Price 50c.
The sole Pullman observation sleeping car line between Kansas City and Colorado Springs runs via Santa Fe. Cars depart Topeka daily at 11 53 a.m. and Colorado Springs daily at 10 1 p.m. The cars feature large windows and roomy comfortable seating. Current magazines and adaptable car features offered for Pullman passengers. Descriptive pamphlet available free upon request.
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