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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1903

Page

3

Slugeer Tells Wow the Pisy Was First Adopted

A ragged sports column highlights historic adoption of a rule by Slugeer and notes the $10,000 prize in an American League context. Other World of Sport items mention Atlantic games, New York drivers, and rising figures, with scattered references to players, teams, and events.

Slugeer Wow Saratoge Joseph Widener New York Bracot Philadelphin Lowe Tn Elle | Tieermanisery Jockey Clan

Handicappers Differ in National Hawthorn Weights

The article reports on discrepancies in weights assigned to handicappers across the National and Hawthorn events. It notes specific riders and horses, mentions weigh-in deadlines within two weeks before key races, and references officials and judges overseeing the process. Several named individuals and horses are listed in the context of weighings and penalties.

Ruthanann Harry Nelarra Jarione Erces Bodarnikers Lupton Tutaee Dotti Hueztodt BR Etary Narteneuy Seelenine Wien Jereure Eleryn

Court Whestigrs Exhibit Atroyal Art Exhibition Tale

A misread item notes a royal exhibition by a troupe of painters and artists in a city. It mentions a figure born in Adrianople aged around 62, with references to a kingly setting and a planned public display. The text is garbled but implies a formal courtly art showing with performers.

Lorin Staren Sean Ahi van Urditlers Royal Kehawk

Undefined Text Improper OCR Reflects Erratic Fragments

The readable fragments mention a strict test and daily meals but lack coherent events or named entities. The piece appears to be garbled OCR with no clear subjects, dates, places, or organizations to identify.

Burke again in jail at Washington scandal and fraud

Fragmentary report details Burke facing charges in Washington for swindling linked to wire tapping and a scheme involving a doctor, a dentist, and a group of men including a woman described as a cutie. The fugitive era name appears with references to Bennings and a demand for money, with police involved after Burke failed to appear.

Washington Louin Hurt St. Lovie Wehem Bennings Marie Aruba Strates Mirke Benning Marke Burke Mod Scitade

Jockeys and Race News Across Shifting Bets and Names

Fragmentary notes outline jockeys such as Brown Bias and J J McCafferts with plans, mounts, and possible rides. Mentions Pensy, Bank Penny, and oldtime riders, with uncertain outcomes and historic connections. Details are garbled but center on jockeys, horses, and racing arrangements.

Bat Masterson Again Prearranged Frisco Fight Tale

Denver’s Hal Masterson claims a fixed feud between Corbett and McGovern in a San Francisco bout. He says Dave Sullivan was to back the promoters and that inquiries involved a planned outcome with bets and directorial influence.

Hal Masterson Denver Nove Springs Tueatay Corbett Monk Dave Sullivan Dave McGovern Cisco Amaler Remie Faureie

Will Fight Reduction in Protective Association Salaries

The Protective Association plans to resist salary cuts for players and staff. Leaders cite a belief in maintaining financial stability and oppose reductions that could affect team performance and member livelihoods.

President’s Western Tour Plans Released

Washington March 2 All arrangements for President IHoserti's western tour have been completed. He will land in Washington on Wednesday, April 4, aboard the Pinnertvaria line, accompanied by Secretary Wolibm Lon and staff. The itinerary includes appearances in Chicago and Chicago area stops, with speeches at Union venues and university addresses, including Stanford, Santa Barbara, and the University of California. The trip features city receptions, parades, and formal ceremonies culminating in events in Oregon, Washington, and California.

Washington Mart Ihoserti Tonya Waskington Hai Pinnertvaria Wolibm Lon. Jr Califera Weekly Larker Lesth Wilksins Western Valen Onch Portal Telemra Pir W. Stone Minvedgielle Ainmer Midnespolis Miemarek Arate Kateor Samihe Moraine Maree Masivret Iy Hall Bern Zanwrene Tela Santa Barbara Erie Santarug Stanford Palo Alto Tench Henry T. Soot San Francisco bin Hay VINIC University of Cull Oaketnrs Raymond ACS Amecat Tentine Wewamite Valley Patty Trewprin AL Olyi Migsh Dias Tim Ape Walla Wal Qoverner YMCA Boumthirs Bares Geralinex Cilwern Union Abie Hatinn Slitworth Tinsel Max Sharon Haw Jay Sar Teabens Maesly Atrietog Santeria Epon Lowle Leventestf Anil S Funda Sk Lowin St. Lote Elool Azul Hearty Pake Yale Ley Ararieg Anil Santa Berbira San Vale Oblapo

They Were Armed With Revolvers and Hatchets Kansas News

A Kansas report notes a confrontation where suspects were armed with revolvers and hatchets. Police responded to the scene, and no major injuries were reported amid the unfolding incident. Citizens were advised to avoid the area as investigations continued.

Winfield Town Riot Ends in Barroom Violence

In Winfield a bartender was knocked unconscious as two Osborne sisters searched for their brother Oxborne employed at the Thacen mill. The fight erupted after they forced entry to Art Sehinkit's Joint and a gun was drawn, then the bartender was knocked down. A crowd gathered as Governor Rowland's future was discussed and Major W. S. Martin was tipped as likely successor.

Winfield Tew John Osborne Oxborne Thacen Art Sehinkit North Stain Voes Chad Thoreas

Lawrence City Hospital Federation Club Women Plan Charity

March 30 report from Lawrence notes the city federation of Women advocates creating a city hospital via a charity plan. Led by P. Wilson the group proposes hiring a city housing unit, a designated ward for veterans, and special arrangements for students. Members vote unanimously on the three questions with one exception.

Lawrence City Hospital Lawrence Lawrence Will Wien P. Wilson City Federation 9Iuba Ube

Twelve Years to Denver Letter Travel From Arkansas City

A historic misplaced mail tale recounts a letter mailed in Arkansas City on June 2,YRAC, taking twelve years five months and days to reach Denver. The journey involved weather degradation and a delayed delivery, with the letter finally released for forwarding amid a ceremonial YMCA event and presidential remarks at a national conference.

Denver Arkansas City Arkanman City Kam YRAC Dept Muckney Henry Budd Mre Kentucky

Lindshore Maye Wedding Donation to Betlary College

The cittleens of Lindshore Maye weddiil donate ten dollars to Betlary college. Devin thy nandhreine arranged the gesture, but the move to fund the college front remains unclear.

Siivna Ken Lindshore Gatte Betlary College Devin Thy Nandhreine Phece Wurne Uther Point

Curse DRINK Abilis Ribbon Trinerty Cure

Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled public notice about drink cures and medical claims. It mentions an unnamed secretary, a Bremort Steck Big Mass group, and a DFM weighing reference, with unclear dates or places.

Ho A. Mi Itor Bremort Steck

Organize at Phillipsburg Cultus Club Forms State Federation

The Cultus Club of Phillipsburg organized with 22 members forming part of a state federation. Members adopted tough purple and yellow colors, motto From the heatingine alway ready, and study of the Cultus club aims. Officers include Charms ply president, Mary F. Rogari vice president, Dennie F Harwood secretary, Clara B Gebbhast treasurer. The club meets biweekly, with vacancies filled only by unanimous vote. twenty two members listed as active.

Cultus Phillipsburc Kus Mutoh Phillipbuse Es Gunitzad Intom Society Tami Jt Mo Charme Mary F. Rogari Viet Dennie F Harwood Clara BR Gebbhast Treasuryr Dhty Idi Champlin Mabel Hi. Pomeroy Olive J. Royce Eta A. Kane Mars Merson Lucy Sims Clara Bo Gebfait Lennie P. Harwood Aurora Bickford Alm L. Hoberson Ger E. Hardman Mere Adoy Edict Signe FE Por New TV Rogers May A. Parker Rose Lawis Lawren Tooker Josephine Nipps C. St. Cole J. Fleming Sarah Hahnent

Governor Rowland Sice in Critical Condition at Home

Governor Rowland Sice of the National Soldiers' Home is reported in a critical state at his Rome residence after a two year decline. He previously traveled to Wisconsin for treatment but grew weaker, with only a few close friends remaining by his side during this period. Colonel Stetner G. Cooke of Heringins, Kan, is noted in the report.

Rot Cooke Munaser Jorel Koliem Rowlind Rowland Tr Bentinre Rowland Sice Lenveeworn Rome Nist Wennsin Stetner G. Cooke Heringins Kan Wan

Chanute Street Railways Main Franchise Battle Heats Up

Chanute city council faces a flood of applications for street railway franchises as promoters push a range of offers. Several proposals were shown in the latest report and officials weigh terms including fares, school passages, and potential tax obligations amid a volatile market. Rural telephone plans spread as farmers discuss a new link to distant farms, while Fort Scott reports a smallpox scare ending with a case near First and Ninth streets. authorities warn residents to stay vigilant as the outbreak is monitored.

Marena Prbpora Fe. Co G. Jieger Mike

Unclear Hill City Meeting Nominated Officials

Fragmentary report from Hill City meeting notes nominations for mayor and town offices. Text references March 2, representative attendance, business men nominated, and divisions among candidates. No clear names or outcomes discernible from the damaged OCR.

Hill City Bat Tieht

Opportunities In the South Promises and Prospects

Readers are urged to consider the South’s growing industries and new factories as settlers pour in, fueling demand for land and goods. The notice promotes investment opportunities, highlighting cheap range land and rising markets, and invites inquiries to G. A. Parks, General Information and Image System, Logieville and Nestville.

Cnled Mitta

Fragmentary OCR note with scattered names and terms

Partial readable text lists names such as Parker and Corneliut and Freemansnd. mentions locations and items like Te and Wetenes. appears as a garbled historical note with scattered entities and unclear context.

Saagne Corneliut Tor Parker Teerrtor

Fragmented OCR Teaches About Trade, Territory and Robbery

Fragmented text describes a bustling region with trade, property development, and agricultural life, mentioning Keene's saloon and East Atetson. It notes a dramatic march or gathering with bags and a daylight robbery, where robbers entered and were locked in. The garbled prose hints at historical context and local tensions.

Keene East Atetson

Abilene Busy Days and Related Local Events Report

Readable notes describe busy days in Abilene on March 30 including factory activity and a blaze on Karas Street. Mention of Parker Products output and a seater sector effort, with ongoing work by Fuparine equipment and transportation to the Orient near Emporia and Yaperia. A separate March 3 report notes an Orient survey crew traveling toward Pare Nenmaery and tensions with farmers, plus sale rates on Thomes ethnes.

Abilene Abiiene Parkers Karas Stithe Amont About & Lene Orient Emporia Yaperia Kay Garmere Orient Surveying Gang

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