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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
9
An old advertisement-style text extols Paine's Celery Compound as a remedy for digestive and nerve ailments. It touts benefits including relief from weakness, improved digestion, and general health, while urging readers to try the product despite lacking modern medical backing. Specific claims mention relief from certain female health issues and nerve conditions, framed as testimonials from users.
Denver reports a brutal ten round decision in which Jim Corbett narrowly defeated Bob Broad. The bout featured sustained exchanges, hard jabs, and decisive moments in rounds from one through ten, with Corbett emerging as the winner as the final gong rang.
Chicago May 24 The Harlem track owner Senden dates a licensing dispute with Mohs town board president over racing permits at Harlem. A decision on the license was delayed while Mohr contemplates support for racing at Marler and a fee dispute with Condon remains unresolved.
Fragmentary note reports a person named War ing, described as the Great Handicap Horsa, dying from a ruptured stomach amid white war mention. The text is unclear and contains garbled phrases about connections or events.
The fragmented text describes a dispute over a farm aid and a recovery period, mentioning ownership and a potential settlement. It references a 2000 figure and a payment possibility of over $20,000, with unclear names and context due to garbled OCR.
A derailed local racing note reports Reno will start in the derby with Stonarty and Worth colt Futures entering. The entry group, led by trainer Paul, plans to ship to Chicago around June 1, with Mackey and a party of four traveling for the event.
Washington aims for a pennant surge as 21 year old Bill Clarke joins the Senators. Loftus elects to bring back Clare, with Lew Drill and Clarke set to duel in the rotation alongside Lee Patten and Towns. Reports note Buckeye pitcher Orth and Carrick also in contention as the club plots a late season push.
An eccentric bicycle race tale follows W. Oliver, racing New York to San Francisco on a $1,000 wager by a Horlester athletic club. He reached Cincinnati en route from Dayton, aiming to arrive in San Francisco by November 2. He has earned money during the trip and trails the lead, with miles logged approaching 965 to date. Oliver plans onward travel to St Louis after leaving Cincinnati.
Manager Donovan of St. Louis scouts fast players as two standout prospects from the St. Louis university team and a Ne pitcher are tipped for a morning display in Penniton. The report mentions a clever leader and a pitcher named Ig Chinn from Ne with potential to impress.
Many people suffer from stomach weakness and digestive discomfort. The article warns that prolonged poor digestion can lead to chronic illnesses and emphasizes early attention to diet and health habits.
An old advertisement promotes Green Mountain Renovator with guarantees promising restoration of stomach health and relief of related organ and nerve issues. It asserts many suffer stomach-related ailments and touts a money-back guarantee if no improvement is seen.
A C Klingaman is identified as sole agent at 120 East Sixth Street in a brief newspaper notice listing the address and role.
A standout shortstop, praised in semi professional and college circles, delivered a strong performance for the varsity team at summer juncture. The pitcher Chinn and captain Sauk Sheila led the in-charge squad for Me in Sporsor, Sheridan and ObUin. The player, raised in the Valley rebelle, has won four straight for Nevada, with a notable string of solid at bats and fielding.
James J Jeffries and Robert Firgsim mons arrange terms for a July 25 bout at Central Theatre. Discussion covers prize splits, purses, and revenue distribution with a focus on prorated percentages and safety provisions.
Lincoln Nebraska May 24 Nebraska defeated Kansas in singles while Nebraska also won in the day’s first tournament. Three matches were played with Barnworth of Nebraska defeating Pitthans of Kansas 6 1. Fuller, a new Nebraska man, beat Sharterd of Kansas 4 6 6 and Farnaworth beat Fister 3 6 6. Doubles begin today. Osage Shooters Lose 187 10 to Osage City 10 in a clay birds match. Bleckwall 20 birds and A Daun 18 led Panties. Kansas City results listed many scores and matchups beside incomplete text.
Readable fragments indicate names Louis UaAtse Nichole Bavion Shack and Didoger Tatedge involved in a local event. The incomplete text suggests a civic or community notice with personal names, awaiting further details.
In Boston, American League action highlights scheduled pitchers from Rae Hoptin and Langetite Young facing Crigery and McGuire. Chicago and Philadelphia show lineup adjustments as teams chase scoring bursts and early-season momentum.
May 4 1 3 mes 76 years old. A fire early this morning burned a man named Ruban who had lived in Salt Lake since 187. The report notes he was dead and describes the scene and location on May street.
In Wichita on May 24, Mary Elizabeth Lease, noted reformer, was granted an absolute divorce by Judge Dale after a swift seventeen minute hearing. Lease testified her husband contributed nothing to her support since their Osage Mission marriage, supporting herself by sewing and soliciting orders as the divorce proceedings recited.
At the time of his death Thursday W Goodlander, of Fort Scott, was planning to erect a mausoleum in Eveterses canetskr me Benwilfal. Plans were completed and several bids received for construction. It was to be Vermont granite.
A short note warns that neglecting health undermines future happiness and wealth. It urges women to consult Dr. Pierce’s remedies, claiming health sustains fortune and vitality. The ad invites correspondence to Dr. Pierce, offering free letters for advice in a confidential manner.
The proposed design outlined a tall ten story Maltese Cross structure with a tomb like facade containing a grand tomb and elaborate ornamentation priced at 10000 dollars. It included a wall street facing long block with four Rogr bays and a corner alley bank for Citizens' National and space for a drug store on the opposite side with offices on the second floor. Only close associates were admitted to view the plans as work was set to begin in the coming sun era.
The deed transferring the Catholic school property at the corner of Inte Avenue to the library association has been signed by the bishop. The collection committee reports more than 100 dollars remains to be collected and expects final transfer formalities to be completed today.
New York May 24 A secrecy filled extradition bid was filed before United States Commissioner Shields by French Consul Bruntaec seeking papers tied to the Humbert and Crawford scheme in Paris and London. Reportedly, operators netted nearly 12 million dollars from the two continents. A Mascot exposing the affair sparked intense interest as arrivals and departures dwindled and a French delegation crossed for tours to finalize notes of the alleged fraud.
From Braddock Pa a report notes Schwab donation of 5000 to Ald in support of a new church building. Morey and others add funds to the war effort while Carnegie Steel plans a major contribution to the project. Parish officials expect earlier construction activity and a total contribution around 900.
A garbled OCR item hints at an injunction against further performances tied to Samuel Emarly Grove and the Prince of Cornailte. References to Paris dispatches, M Rostend, and a French drummer with alleged plugterism appear, but most specifics are unclear.
A fragment notes Teller as potential candidate in a reform drive within the Democratic party. It mentions Governor Charles and fleetion ty nounerd, with reference to United States politics and an emphasis on Teller’s leadership role.
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