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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1903
Page
9
An article touts Col Murrells Wife as fully restored to health after two bottles of Col Murrells Celery Compound. It claims the remedy cures liver and kidney pains and neuralgia, urging readers to trust the product for spring ailments.
In Kansas Thomas County a plan to increase colonists is outlined with efforts to recruit Swedes and Germans. The report praises Campbell system of cultivation for wheat and livestock, noting weather delays and heavy rains. European immigration to boost farming is discussed, along with expected yields and field conditions. A sideline mentions Ida Weed of Kansas City as a potential governor’s fiancé.
Charles C. Phelps was shot and died south of Picseantan after a burglary near Hich Hill Stare Ball a Parmer. Two other assailants fled as officers pursued, leading to a lengthy inquiry. Brannen and others aided officers, with details of the confrontation and subsequent investigations described.
A fragmented item notes a wedding or betrothal event in Butler County Missouri dated around 1909. It mentions participants and a county setting, with unclear names and a focus on a union or engagement and a public notice tone. The readable portion references ages and local involvement.
The Annual Convention of the state and territorial assembly will be held in Galeena. It includes Kan wim Misotirl Alareat Chinnor Inglus Territory with 80 lodges. Delegates arrive Monday and speakers include Judge Frink and George Tait. The event features demonstrations, addresses, and a unique visiting-bikes method.
A notice from May B Senator Turton invites applicants for open civil engineering positions in the Army corps. Sixteen candidates will be tested for physical fitness with a June 6 examination in New York City. Applicants must present credentials including five years of experience and professional references.
Report describes visitors from several counties including Redon and Jewell. Supervisors and crowd led by tirockety muperintenderts address rising numbers. The city reached capacity as spectators grew from about 100 to near ten thousand over time.
The report on enupted graduation terms notes nearly 200 graduates from the county seat this quarter with many district feverish for the term. Local church events, sermons, and school recitations are described along with community health notices and smallpox concerns in Hutchinson and nearby towns, including arrests and pay account issues.
A chaotic scene at a boxing training camp near Louisville features Gardner and Kramer amid crowd laughter as rivals spar. An onlookers reports a bleeding cheek and bold statements, with Gardner praised for persistence while a potential title bout looms next week.
On a chaotic page mix of sports and street scenes unfolds. A parade collision near Thirteenth and Ate streets disrupts a horse show while racing results from Louisville, Chicago, and New York highlight notable wins, losses, and personnel shifts including Wilmot leaving Minneapolis and Bowmen joining St Joseph.
In a Missouri Valley League roundup, Leavenworth and Iola faced off with Leavenworth tallying runs and noted attendance around 250. Colorado Springs hosted games with Jones and Lenser contributing, while Joplin posted a decisive win over the opponent. An item highlights a patented pile cure, promising refunds if not effective.
A fragmented notice mentions lake and river retreat ideas in Mishima, with references to various publications and travel options. The text lists destinations, including Detroit and Mariquette, and hints at two week stays and related seasonal planning for a pleasant, invigorating getaway.
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