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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1901

Page

9

Low Rate Burlington Route Summer Excursions

The Burlington Route announces the lowest summer excursion rates yet, with frequent trips to western and lake resorts via Chicago. Details and schedules are available by writing to the company officials or the general manager Crozier in care of the line.

Burlington Durie Rhins Dee Teriotten Panier Ares White West Mivhigan Lakes Ecraee Fee Lake Chicago Darrell Cleveland Hwly Day Paul Minosowpolis Gliperior Euaniry Shy Burludeton Sumner Calteornia Br Syrey Trursiag Kanoas City Crozier Warguey Anas Cory Ito Howard Elliott

Died in Jail Wichita and Food Union Pacttic Tours

Fragmentary item notes a death in jail in Wichita and mentions a Union Pacific route with daily tours between Topeka and San Francisco. It references railroads, foods, and a sudden shutdown, with scattered phrases about arterial issues and ferrous fires. The readable text is incomplete and unclear.

Wichita

Big Pitcher Amos Rosie Suspended Over Conduct

In Cincinnati a major league pitcher Amos Rosie was suspended after failing to seize a team opportunity. He travels to Muncie for a week rest claiming he is in good condition and intends to pitch again soon. President Brash in New York may block pay until a later return date as details unfold.

Cincinnati Amos Rosie Cinciinnati Lloyd Placher Ruale Rosa Remisin Brash New York New York Limited Amos Rush Houser Ruele Denk

Chauncey Fisher Signs With St Louis Club

Well known pitcher Chauncey Fisher, previously with Chicago in the American League and a former member of New York's pitching staff, has signed with the St Louis club and reported for duty. His career includes stints with Cleveland, Cincinnati, Indianapolis Hoosiers, and a later period with the Omaha club, with various trades and assignments noted.

Donovas St Louis Chauncey Fisher Chicago Insteneon New York St. Louia Moston Fisher Buttulo Cleveland Tisvis Wubbemuenny Cincinnati Indianapolis Hoosiers Oat Minneeville T. Hurst Champanahie Brooklyn Cincionsi Hans Jon Orumha Chacley Corniakey Gee

New catcher for Orphans at Villa Nova highlighted by Donahue link

A report from Phuoorpuia dated June 2 discusses Donahue, catcher for Villa Nova college, linked to Frank Donahue of the Philadelphia National League tear. It notes Donahue’s strong batting and fielding, including against pros, and suggests he could be regarded among top all round players, with emphasis on his hitting and throwing.

Phuoorpuia Sansger Loftus Donahue Teaey Villa Nove College Frank Donahue Tuller Ag «Batamin Be Aets Netty

Maywood Man Exchanges Half Share in Derby Ticket

Maywood man Robert Waddell bought half an ownership stake in a Derby ticket for 1300 dollars. Harry Nichols of Maywood offered to split the Derby winnings with Waddell if his horse won, with Nichols paying half of a Derby ticket and Boorman in Chicago handling the payout. The event occurred Saturday at 2:20 PM. Waddell later won and Nichols paid 650 to Boorman after the Derby. Nichols previously faced large losses last winter when bets were heavily against Waddell, losing 630 dollars in total.

Maywood Robert Waddell Chicago Harry Nichols Maysrood Fox River Nichols W. H. Boorman Fifth Avenue Lake Street Footmas Bewis Big Ucket Boorman Waddell Nichols

Water Color Sale Hits 23000 Amid Doubtful Bids

In New York on June 2 C Littlefeld Jr's horse Water Color, famed for a mile in 1:28 4-5, drew a large crowd at the sale paddock. Water Color sold for 23000 to a buyer named Dary. Watercure fetched 1000 to Green 2B, with bidding examples of 300 dollars.

New York C. Littlefeld, Jr Watercure Bhreps Dead Bay Dary Johan

Long shot in horse and track news from June reports

Brittany style sports wire summary covers bids in a horse race at Long Baila New York with a final bid of 25000, then details on Saxey W. Lome leaving for England to join American sprinters abroad, followed by notes on rival athletes, upcoming bouts, and current standings across multiple cities including Lexington and San Francisco. It mentions Callahan Bernstein, Herr, and other racing and boxing results with a mix of titles and competition outcomes.

New York Saxey W. Lome England America Kruenstein Baldtpersere Arthur Dutty S Bertership K Baxter Parie

Eastern couple's sensational Wichita divorce case looms

Wichita poised for a dramatic divorce fight as Yale football captain Lag Murray and Philadelphia socialite Francis Let Murray face allegations of flirtations and social scandal. Murray, recently of Goshen, N. Y., moved to Wichita with costly remittances from his wife’s family. A real estate man and police chief are named in efforts to gather evidence for a likely dissolution, with reconciliation efforts failing and legal steps anticipated in November.

Wichita Kas Howband Thin City Lag Murray Goshen Francis Let Philadelphia Ian New Forks Murry Yale Murray Mra Murray Santa Pe Road James Woolard Dale Hess Oute Frank Burt Burt Stanley Ver- Million & Evans Vermillion Awy Evan Woolard

Purity League active in Fort Scott liquor cases subpoena normal figures

In Fort Scott on June 23 the Civic probatio law and by the inquisition statute subpoened about 100 witnesses including some of the town's best known men. The imbiber a lawyer refused to answer questions and will test the law's validity. Most saloons are closing and it appears funds will force a decisive fight.

Fort Scott Tae

The Robber Is Killed Near Redwing

Near Redwing in the county's northern part a masked man attempted to enter Wrath Kesler's home where a young girl was alone. He then visited a livery barn east of Redwing asking for a team to Hilmweed. Refused, he rode off southward. A pursuing citizen’s shot wounded him fatally. his identity remains unknown.

Redwing Horthesst Wrath Kesler Jo Clanin Hilmweed Kesle

John Browns Treasures Visits Wichita in 19th Century Tale

A fragmentary Wichita report notes John Browns provisional government figure Gil from Milan Summer County visiting the city to purchase harcels and harness supplies. The piece recalls his early voyage as a 15 year old on a whaling ship toward the Arctic and his connections to allies and events of that era.

Wichita Pormer John Browns Gil Harcels Harnees Milan Summer County Arctic Hornlands Conmul Allen Qut

Unclear excerpt on John Brown ally in abolition movement

Fragmentary text describes an American figure allied with abolitionists, joining John Brown, serving as a delegate to a Canadian convention that aimed to establish a provisional government, and being appointed secretary of the treasury in Brown's cabinet.

Mateo John Brown Canada Treasury

Gardener Wilbur reports profitable string bean crop

B J Wilbur, a trade gardener on South Water street in Wichita, grows eight acres of string beans. He has picked baskets and expects hundreds more, earning about 50 cents per basket. He also sold a shipment of potatoes and bags of produce, totaling several dollars, with additional sales this season.

Wichita B.J. Wilbur South Water Street Wilbur

Man Seeks School District Payment in Atchison Case

June B1 describes farmer John Alzenweiler of Atchison seeking $90 from the school district for transporting three children to school over the last two terms. He bases the suit on a state law allowing parents to recover up to 15 cents a day for up to 100 days a year when the distance to school is three miles or more.

Atchison, Kas Atchison John Alzenweiler Efe

Ten Acres of Melon Will Be Raised This Year

Colonel Henry Hartford of Medora reports ten acres of push melon land planted entirely in watermelons. The melons are already growing large and show promise for a strong crop. Also in Kansas news pensions have been granted to several veterans, a new Chanute gas well is producing strongly, and drilling halted briefly when a gas sand was reached. The Chanute well roared loudly enough to be heard on Main Street.

Henry Hartford Medora Hutchinson Kannas Medora Township Chanute Main Street

Man Assaults Train Crew In Private Car Incident

Donelson, a Missouri Pacific guard, encounters a confrontation with the car crew after a porter allegedly insulted him. A struggle follows as officers attempt arrest, with weapon use reported and the suspect killed himself later. Also noted are separate incidents including a Belgian man’s suicide after arrest and a train crossing fatality affecting Leonard Cook and a child, with preliminary examinations scheduled.

Donelson Missouri Pacific Handing

Fragmentary report names victims and family at railroad area

Fragments describe a deadly incident near a railroad involving Mr and Mrs C Co and their children. Details are incomplete with injuries mentioned and two bodies said to be cut to pieces.

C. Co Eel

Morigan manslaughter verdict stands as sentencing looms

El Dorado Kansas June 9 Jessie Morrison Morigan found guilty of second degree manslaughter in the murder of Mrs Olin Castle after a second trial refuses to testify as sentencing nears Judge Aikman will set a term possibly five years with options of three under the law Morrison seeks a new trial amid claims jurors held opinions prior to service and threats against the judge surface from Morigans supporters and local rival lawyers remain at odds over the case

el Dorado Kan Mia Morrison Jessie Aikman Judge Aikman Kramer Atiman Kramered

Will Be Stars The Hedempuion at teOrte Suny avenues

Members of iaoe Choral society engage for The Hedempuion at teOrte Suny avenues assembly Tuesday. George, director of the State University, will lead the principal chorus work. Members travel to Ottawa must procure tickets. secretary to notify by Monday 6 o clock to use excursion rates.

Iaoe Choral Society teOrte- Suny Avenues Oes George The State University Tha Ottawa Kovisty

Epworth League Train Special To San Francisco From Denver

Union Pacific announces a daily Special Tourist Sleeping car service from Topeka to San Francisco from July 4 to 19 with no changes. Round trip fare listed at 14.00 and tickets valid until August 1. Stopovers allowed west of Denver. For details contact a Union Pacific agent. Christian Endeavor Cincinnati July 4, 5, and 6 offers meet trip tickets at 21.00 valid to July 9 with renewal option.

San Francisco Epworth League Union Pacific Denver Christian Endesvor Cincinnati Oth Sunta

July Excursions via The Great Rock Island Route

The Rock Island announces mid July fares for excursions to San Francisco and other Pacific routes with travel to July 20. Details include multiple routing options via Denver, Grand Canyon, Leadville and Marshall Pass, with round trips and advance purchase advised. Contact A Poller CP A or call 284 for full particulars.

Great Rock Islend Rock Island Poller CP. A

Vacation Offer for Summer Trip From Denver to Travel Route

$45.00. San Francisco and Return via The Book Inland Route. Tickets on ule July 6 to 18, Industy , good returning August Si Stop over e vent of Colt turning. See A. M. Fuller for reserva tions and fall information. Vacation For your summer outing alliiw ws to suggest Colorain, famous the world over its magnificent mourtals Soogery which on application T. oP Denver:

Menaul Orth Tawra San Prandino Cal Jay Denver Leadville Tennessee Grand River Mershall Pass T. A Colo San Francisco Colt A. M. Fuller

Special Train to Ottawa Gants offer for July travel

Special train to Ottawa and return advertised for July with observation car access to Colorado Springs via the Santa Fe route. Round trips priced around $1.20 and $1.40 with details for Knights and Ladies of Security and Beatrice events. Tickets available through committee outlets.

Rade Springs Knights Beatrice Bordiy Cermittee Colorado Springs Santa Fy

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