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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1900
Page
9
Arguntus Thomas presents The Surge at Crawford theater with a second performance tonight. The bill includes Shadows of a Great and other pieces from the Clarethes Binck company. Audience will see The Foret beite and additional acts throughout the afternoon and evening showings.
Unclear fragments indicate a local sale or auction tied to Vin Rock phase with a March 18 deadline. Additional details are obscured but imply price references around 14.50 and potential donor or vendor names.
Brooklyn’s Terry McGovern outboxed and knocked out Oscar Gardner, the Ginana Kid, in the third round before the Broadway Athletic Club in New York. McGovern rushed early, Gardner hit the canvas three times, and a final left to the jaw followed by a right to the face ended Gardner’s challenge as referee Johnny White counted him out. McGovern opened as a 3 to 2 favorite with bets on longer rounds, while Gardner’s supporters backed him at various odds.
National League actions discuss Mercer and Bowerman trades to New York, McGann to St Louis, Cunningham to Chicago, plus a rule shift limiting base advances. Schedule details include 14 games per team, 29 contests with each opponent, opener on April 18. Umpire staff chosen. double play rule replaced. new square-edge home plate orientation to reduce strike uncertainty.
The league takes most Washington players except those sold earlier and outlines franchise payments. Baltimore will recoup 40,000 for its franchise but stays in control of its players. The Hovisons receive 25,000 for Cleveland property, 10,000 of which covers the franchise. Louisville gets 10,000 for its franchise as the league takes possession of the club plant and grounds with a 30-year payment plan.
Baltimore March 10. Childs states he will not play in St Louis this season if avoidable. He criticizes St Louis climate water and people, notes regret signing the 100 contract last fall, and says Rokigen will not force him to an agreeable location. He hopes a league meeting yields a transfer. if not he plans to depart next Thursday for Hot Springs.
Milwaukee March 10 Manager Mack of the Milwaukee club completed a deal whereby Pitcher George Wheeler formerly with the Philadelphia club becomes a Brewer. He accepted terms by telegraph and will have the contract forwarded. Wheeler was with the Phillies three years but pitched only a partial season. he is added to a pitching staff that includes Hettner Sparks Reidy and Wheeler in reserve roles.
Chicago reports that Willie McGill, local pitcher, is under contract with Comiskey's American League club and may sign Frank Houseman, former St. Louis second baseman, now residing in Chicago. Houseman has not played for a year but is in excellent shape and seeks a return this spring on suitable terms.
Billy Madden plans to stage bouts in Akron starting with ex soldier Rubin, with a $1,000 purse proposed by the North End Athletic Club. Madden also lists a second potential bout against Stockings Conroy for a $600 purse, signaling readiness if the club accepts Rubin’s offer.
New York March 10 Sharkey remains active despite a slated rival Fiasimmonns. Manager O Fure has set up a 20 round clash with Texas Jim McCormick, Jim Hall’s pupil, at Hartford on March 16. Sharkey trains at Sheepsfield Bay to stay sharp.
New York March 10 Ernest Roeber wrestler files suit in supreme court against Robert Fitzsimmons pugilist to recover a total of 4.7 percent. Roeber alleges that he was on-
The ad claims Scotts Emulsion sustains a nursing mother’s strength and vitality while enriching the baby’s nourishment. It touts essential elements for growth of bones teeth and tissue, emphasizing dual benefit for mother and infant.
Lincoln March 10 The athletic board of the University of Nebraska elected Walter P Booth as university official, citing his four years on Princeton's football team. Nebraska aims to regain the western intercollegiate title and may contract a Thanksgiving game with Minnesota. Also Chicago news notes Charley Comiskey’s White Stockings planning baseball move to Parkside Grounds with $12,000 in improvements.
Jease Burkett, outfielder for the Worcester club, plans to join the St. Louis team at Hot Springs after leaving Sunday morning from Worcester Massachusetts. He has been wintering at home and will report to the team in Hot Springs.
The ship Solace arrives from Manila via Yokoha and the titer port after a 41 day voyage. Lt J C Gilmore, hailed as a hero of the Philippines campaign, was aboard along with 14 men from the Yorktown. He and companions endured severe hardships during captivity including near execution orders and famine conditions.
Mobile report notes smallpox gripping Hinds and surrounding counties with rapid deaths. Legislators authorize state funds to curb spread as bodies are buried in improvised coffins due to coffin shortages. Blackpox affects white and Black residents alike. medical corps dispatched from the coast to halt the illness.
Philadelphia March 1 Mayor Ashbridge invited public officials to his daughter's wedding and gifts overwhelmed the house. Three grand pianos a parlor set and a gorgeous grandfather clock were given by both city councils. The total value is about 35 000 dollars. The bride Miss Karlene Theresa Ashbridge weds Sonny Jer Armstrong coroner's private undertaker at the Haptic temple with Rev John R Pevies officiating.
New York March 16 Cissy Loftus made Shakespearean debut as Viola in Modjeska’s company at the Pitth Avenue theater. Her performance drew warm applause though she remained self conscious when not speaking and showcased mimicry in one moment.
In Hartford a departure to join the Philippines campaign sparks a clash between Curtis White and Nan Strickland. He shuns war as violent, while she values courage. a carriage ride ends with Nan saving children from danger and vowing to remain by his side. Their resolve tests love and patriotism amid town and family scrutiny.
A garbled account hints at a sensational case involving unexpected pain and a legal matter. Names and places are unreadable, but the fragment suggests a notable event drawing public interest and potential actions by authorities. Further readable details are unavailable.
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