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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1903
Page
3
A period advertising feature touts Swamp-Root as the world famous kidney remedy praised by Dr Kinepy Ewinp-Root Demi and other endorsers. It claims medical backing, urges readers to buy the regular tithy-vent at drug stores and to remember the product name Swamp-Root and Dr Kilmer's Sweing-Foat.
A jury verdict favors a plaintiff in a personal injury action over a child injury incident in Hickmond County. The case details a payment of damages for the child, with testimony from multiple physicians and guardians. The trial included testimony from doctors Wrbwtel and Hollies, and officials in the Bunhaling area.
A garbled OCR fragment references a college matter involving university girls, possible prosecutions, and a public stir. Names and details are indecipherable, but the piece hints at a campus controversy, legal action, and social tensions surrounding a rumored incident.
In a remote Michigan scene, Demary and Charles Buchanan faced a bear while returning to a homestead. Demary opened fire, was injured in the arm and shoulder as the bear attacked. Buchanan aided his companion, then pursued the bear with a rifle, returning to camp with the wounded man for medical aid.
The Dressmakers Association staged a late fashion showcase featuring Paris made fabrics and a local panel of judges. About 150 dresses competed for prizes amid demonstrations led by Miss Whitt and commentary on fabric quality and styling.
Senator Behdy's truancy bill advanced amid tense negotiations. The measure passed the House by a narrow margin, with 42 in favor and 4 opposed, amid concerns from educational and institutional leaders about enforcement and access.
Robert Smith, 15, died of burns sustained Sunday afternoon while helping at a fire on the east side of here near J and Perkins tile works. The blaze started early Sunday afternoon and burned for about two minutes before being controlled.
Reporting from San Francisco on March 10 outlines boxing activities and travel plans. Terry McGovern and his entourage are delayed en route to Louisville. Eddy Hanlon is considered for a May bout with Abe Wilson as boxing laws may loosen for that event.
New York reports McGovern’s manager Len Harris refused two week postponement for the McGovern Jordan bout. Matchmakers from the National Sporting Club said postponement rejected and the Derby night fight would proceed or be canceled. Harris wired Hettison that the match was off.
Mart Demarest eyes Prince Alert to challenge the unbeaten Dan Patch in a proposed Grand Circuit match race. Demarest backs the Mable pacer after Memphis 2:10 effort, hoping Prince Alert can threaten Dan Patch and draw top trotting crowds.
Amid unsettled bids and conflicting plans, no American team will field a club in New York City this coming season. Dreyfuss forecasts Phillies growth, while other sources discuss academy moves, a potential lack of promotion, and Harvard football prospects facing Princeton in a tightened Cornell schedule.
Detroit fight scene lists Dougherty versus a top contender with Casey tenacious loss details and a heavier weight for the planned matchup. Other bouts include Handler in Newark facing Colane Deve Holly, and Vernon Campbell in a double wind up. Tanger Abel in Kansas City scheduled for March 10 with Benny Yens facing Abel, plus advance word on Pete Everett and Walcott vs Donovan results.
A garbled column lists various sports figures, races, and local incidents. Names like Pittsburg, Philadelphia, Michigan, and Cleveland appear amid scattered references to horses, jockeys, boxing bouts, athletic fields, and suspensions.
The Messiah event runs April 5 to 12 with Handel's oratorio performed over five days and a full afternoon program. Lindsters, a town of 2000 inhabitants, reports involvement of local choir and orchestra with fees noted. a charitable appeal accompanies the schedule.
Kansas news reports the state will establish a cattle dipping plant to control parasites. The project aims to improve livestock health and farm productivity across counties. Local officials anticipate funding from state programs and cooperative support from ranchers.
Abilene Kan March 10 Brockville farmers and stockmen discussed dipping to rid stock of parasites. A committee will seek subscriptions. about 300 already pledged. Fee set at 19 cents per head, aiming to fund a cooperative dipping plant and incorporate the venture.
Otto Timan, bound over for trial in district court on a charge of murdering farmer Jack son G. Jackson of Ottawa nine miles northwest, with bond set at 19000. Jackson was shot in his bedroom on February 1. Inman, staying at Jackson's cousin’s home, was arrested after being seen near the area. Conflicting stories and missing items linked to the case. motive remains unclear.
News from Fort Leavenworth Kansas reports progress on more quarters with two sets of officers’ housing nearly ready and plans approved for further construction. An examining board will review Lieutenants Briggs and West, and Benton Binton is sentenced by a garrison court martial to time in the guard and forfeiture of pay. Also, a university withdraws from the State Oratorical Association following the expulsion of a representative.
A garbled set of notices references ordinances in Sitbarew and Jeursies Kansas, with unclear names and dates. The fragment mentions Meggan Par, Thonh ten ordinance, and a city action regarding delivery and costs. Widespread OCR garble makes specifics unreliable.
Fragmentary text mentions a car wheel accident no injuries at Wollscalp and references to a county clerk's records, a person named Tyner, a court date in February, and a Marion ship event. Vague details include a probable legal proceeding and a potential courtroom outcome.
The House approves a measure to repeal the old double liability rule seen as a burden on corporations. A substitute proposal by Bates Waggener is framed in the Senate, proposing a separate law to cover double liability issues, with debate on its necessity and impact.
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