16 Mar 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1897
Page
1
In a brisk report the scene centers on Corbett Men backing odds at ten to six and light wagers. The piece notes unsettled weather, a postponed event, and queasy betting with small stakes. Mentions Myfeon Cy and new fall fashion hints, while odd details about exhibitors and photography fade amid the gloom.
Newspaper column captures the tense pre fight atmosphere at Carson City with Corbett and Fitzsimmons supporters crowding Shaw Springs hotel grounds. Trainers White and Teinney monitor activity while Corbett and his camp anticipate the bout, noting weights, preparations, and public interest amid wary excitement.
The article reports pre fight tension as promoter and experts discuss bets and weights for the Fitzsimmons vs Corbett match. Corbett fans hope for a win while Fitzsimmons and his wife express cautious confidence. Public interest centers on expected weigh in near a showdown.
March 7 dispatches describe crowds gathering and bettors placing money for an upcoming fight. Multiple trains deliver fans from San Francisco and other cities, with special cars and a large turnout expected. Pugilist Charles Mitchell posts 2500 dollars to back a match with John Sullivan.
Snow began to fall at Carson City at daybreak causing consternation at 1 Selick as clouds hung low. Forecast says warmer weather may ease conditions tomorrow with light winds and improving visibility, though current conditions delay events.
Navin Nevin, purchasing agent for the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe, is appointed general manager of the Southern California and Atlantic and Pacific systems with headquarters in Los Angeles. He succeeds Kitland Wade and has long service under D B Robinson at the Frisco. He has worked across the Mexican Central at Guaymas and is described as a practical operative with broad experience in all departments reporting to the system's general manager.
A political note proposes moving Shawnee County into Kansas First Congressional District to shape Curtis' political future. The idea centers on redistricting strategy and potential impact on representation and elections.
Republican factionalism swirls as Cy Leland seeks to mold the new First district after Shawnee county's addition. Curtis loyalists warn Leland must battle to win a renomination, with Bailey and Broderick amid shifting alliances and county delegations in a contest over control of the district's nomination.
The piece outlines how Brown county and neighboring counties grip the Leland to Curtis contest with Morrill, Schilling, and others backing or opposing him. It notes Doniphan, Jackson, Jefferson, Atchison, Leavenworth, Shawnee, Nemaha and other counties' leanings, potential delegate splits, and the balance of power at the convention, predicting Bailey short of nomination and Curtis gaining from multiple counties.
Fire at the Ely-Walker Dry Goods building in St Louis destroyed stock valued around 1.05 million. One firefighter died and several injured as eastern wall collapse trapped a street car and a ladder truck. The seven story granite steel structure at Ridith and Washington suffered at least 200,000 in damage. the firm faced mass layoffs with about one thousand workers unemployed.
A Topeka shoe merchant Nichola claims misstatements in the Griffin incident report. He says a drunken man was involved, denies the railroad’s account, and describes being robbed of a watch and ticket as a fellow passenger abused him. An agent cites two colored tramps suspected of theft.
Union Avenue offices in Kansas City may be closed as The Chicago Great Western and allied routes discuss consolidating sales at Union Depot. A conference with Union Depot president ELD Washburn and other officials yielded no firm decision, though agreement appears likely to move markets to the depot.
Fragmentary report notes Charles B Lobdell of Leavenworth taking charge of a local newspaper project the Leavenworth Regiment. It mentions a gubernatorial action on a special legislative post and Lobdell retaining residence in Lane County with his family to move. Details unclear and incomplete.
Topeka officials face pressure from Commercial Club to simplify the auditorium ordinance and avoid rigid details that could delay or derail raising $20,000 by subscription. The plan envisions a $10,000 city site, $20,000 total for construction, and a 5,000 seat building, with a citizen committee backing fairs and fundraising.
Discussion centers on Willing It funding for a 150 by 150 foot steel truss auditorium seating 5 000, with costs ranging from 5 000 to 17 000. Council members urge citizen raises, club involvement, and plan submissions for council approval as negotiations continue.
State Journal announces bulletins and extra editions reporting the Corbett versus Fitzsimmons fight with full AP wire coverage from Carson City. Newsboys and agents will have the Topeka paper on all trains this afternoon and evening as reports come in.
A panic erupted in Omaha when three lions escaped their wagon cage during a New York trainer’s stay. A crowd of over 20 fled in all directions as the wagon moved, with assist from keeper Frank Hall who forced the lion back. The wagon driver fled, and spectators sheltered behind telegraph poles and buildings.
A closed door gathering in Denver brought together Democratic figures including Senator Jones, Daniel J. Campau, Governor Steurenbere, Judge O W Powers, Senator Matthews, Governor Adame, and other Colorado men. No details of the proceedings were disclosed despite repeated inquiries.
Acting governor Harvey performed the duties of governor of Kansas and signed a local bill authorizing the construction of levees along the Newxto river in Nevsho county. The bill was found lost in a senate pigeonhole and only discovered in time to become law after publication in the official paper.
A Manila dispatch reports 2000 Spanish troops under Colon Salcedo were lured into an ambush by rebels in San Novolas. The rebels, numbering 4000, attacked and defeated the Spaniards who retreated in confusion after close combat. Spanish losses are unknown. In Frankfort, militia guards prepare to move to Newport to maintain order at the Jackson Walling hanging.
Greece suffers political strain as France undertakes an unforeseen action prompting shifts in regional alignments and economic considerations. The incident raises questions about European responses and potential repercussions for Greece’s domestic policy and international relations.
London reports the Kaiser is insane and Greek politics tense as France rejects European concert hopes. Dispatches from Athens claim insurgent bands cross into Macedonia, Constantine travels toward Saly, and Greek ships prepare to sail amid market jitters and Crete’s naval movements.
Police arrest two runaway youths Arthur Cadwell 16 and Howard Owens who left Indianapolis ten days ago and wandered toward Kansas City and Topeka seeking the Carson fight. They are held at the city jail awaiting word from their parents. Cadwell attended the 7B grade and hoped to see the fight but cold weather delayed plans. Both boys were plainly dressed, Cadwell in tacky attire, and they enjoyed a plain dinner at the jail.
Brooklyn refineries restart after year idle as 700 workers are hired tonight at the American Sugar plant with 200 more to begin tomorrow. Havemeyer refineries also increase staff, adding 209 workers this evening in the Brooklyn area.
The list from which Governor Leedy will select the nine members of the new school board includes John MacDonald Albert Griffin D C McCray of Topeka M A Martin of Fort Scott W Black of Pine Sure Dr Charles Brandenburg of Frankfort Albert Griffin opposes joining the board saying the appointment carries no weight Montreal Rolling Mills closes many shops due to tariff uncertainty 400 workers laid off Unity Church to host annual supper on March 8 at 6 to 10 p m a nine course dinner for attendees
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