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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1902
Page
2
A sweeping illness crosses social boundaries, affecting monarchs princes presidents nobles and the poor alike in a line of reports showing illness as a unifying threat across ranks. Royal figures and public leaders are named in context with widespread health concerns.
An old advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a cure for rheumatic pains, debility, and generalized weakness. It touts nourishment and restorative benefits, naming readers and doctors alike, and urges trust in the product to restore vigor and appetite. The piece echoes period patent medicine rhetoric with asserted success stories and cautions against impure ingredients.
Announcement for a round trip rail fare to Fort Leavenworth Kansas on May 30 1902 via Union Pacific. Ceremonies honor Gen Henry Leavenworth founder of the post with a large parade of U S troops and officers including Generals MacArthur Funston and Grant daughters of Leavenworth. Notables such as Missouri Governor and chiefs to attend. Band from Port Riley, Wickers sale May 29 30 for return journey.
James J. Corbett, former world heavyweight champion, says Jeffries will dislike Fitzsimmons but can win if he lands solid blows. He notes Jeffries is heavy and relies on power, while Fitzsimmons’ clever defense could counter. The fight is anticipated to take place near the Pacific and is expected to be a tough, strategic bout with both men holding chances to win.
New York vet Gerken states he would back a trotting match against Boraizin or another horse if Munk’s owner posts a forfeit. He warns the public not to regard it as a bluff and favors posting a forfeit before any match is staged.
May 20 report from Philadelphia describes a boxing match where McCoy showed solid guard early but faced a late rally. He was knocked down in the third, and coverage notes a bell stopping a late sequence as two punch exchanges and sharp cottonmouth style blows defined the round pacing. The account is fragmented with several garbled phrases.
The article reports on Jeff and Fitz seeking bids to arrange a boxing match within a week, with contention over forfeit arrangements and venue. A takedown view notes disputes over testing and location, mentioning potential opponents and a willingness to fight Sharkey or others.
Reports from Worth and Churchill Downs feature a seven furlong race as a highlight. Notable results include Abe Fran quoted at 6 to 1 in Derby discussions and Alfred Hargrave securing a win in a late event. Also covered are city races in New York and St Louis with multiple favorites prevailing and notable figures Whitney and Croker winning at Hurst Park.
Fragmentary sports notes report Caltexe Ball tranta walkovers, and a 9 to 2 score for DOTS Borie against alt ply FEN petkerian isl apd Clarke. Ottawa, May 3 records Baker University defeat by Ottawa University 13 to 7. Other items mention Haskell Bethany baseball, Northwest Kansas games, and Midwestern league notes with scattered names and scores.
A garbled report highlights a baseball game with scattered names and unfamiliar terms. Mentions Milwaukee and general league context. specifics and outcomes are unreadable. The fragmentary text references teams, scores, and players without coherent details.
District court in Marysville presides this week with Judge Sem Kimble. Notable cases include J. B Conk of Kansas City and Pienry Evekord of Vermillion representing clients. L. Cooper guardian seeks damages for injuries and alienation of widow’s facilities, with city defendants named.
A May storm swept through Chetopa causing widespread destruction, toppling telephone and telegraph poles and damaging many houses. Residents sheltered as the fierce wind uprooted trees and disrupted utilities. injuries reported but details unclear.
Wichite Kansas May 20 sugar beet expert W E Padley from Rocky Ford Colo begins instruction for Bedewick County farmers. He urges irrigation not needed as sufficient rain feeds crops and outlines the beet plant’s need for warmth, soil moisture, and close row spacing to boost yields.
Arkansas City reports A J Blackwell, a prominent northern Oklahoma Territory figure, faced a 33,000 damage suit after arresting a young clerk and taking possession of his property, with the plaintiff seeking compensation for losses.
Fragmentary text describes extreme thinning of flesh and organ distress with references to remedies and medical claims. Mentions appetite loss and a presumed treatment by a medicine, but readability is severely limited.
Fragmented report notes a man from Sataboet or Gotmeere in southern Kansas involved in a theft case. Part of the stolen property was recovered and taken to Black Wall. The narrative mentions silverware and hotel furnishings and a hearing date not yet set. A prior court appearance occurred as the case progressed.
G W Miller, president of a large stock company and operator of a major Bent farm, is arrested in Wintield on a murder charge tied to the Santa Detective George Montgomery case. Warrant issued, preliminary hearing scheduled. Miller’s alleged association with the Montgomery homicide is highlighted.
MES PORTER 4 CANDIDATE Maryeville Kan May Etra Erne Forter travels Monday to Fort Scott to attend the GA R encampment. She will speak at a campfire Tuesday evening. Mrs Forter is a member of Congress and a candidate president of the Banos Women's Shei corps with a strong following. The Pythians at Wichita Grand Lodge of Kansas opened last evening with degrees work. Wichita May 2 The grand lodge session begun last evening with centers in the grand lodge rank on Das sawual Business session iat te day.
A chaotic scene surrounds the contest for Grand Chancellor between Oscar Mowell and Natire of Ei Iy. Crowds gather at the Arkansas opera house and in Abington, with rail arrivals drawing attention. Leads include Lieutenant General Lyon and other dignitaries as plans unfold for mobile wire service coverage and a notable commencement event in Arkansas City.
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