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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1903

Page

2

Race tragedy at Besudinler ends with fatalities and injuries

A chaotic motor race near Besudinler ends in disaster as vehicles collide and spectators flee. Louis Renault’s car reportedly reaches high speed before overturning. a rider and several bystanders are injured or killed. Investigators review the crash, with French officials confirming multiple fatalities and extensive damage to the track area.

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Canker Worm Threatens Ornament Trees and Crops

The report details a threat from a canker worm endangering trees and vegetation. It outlines seasonal timing for spraying and monitoring, naming early spring as critical and urging coordinated action by farmers and communities to protect orchards and landscapes. The piece notes agricultural officials and events, including university programs and weather considerations, as context for control measures.

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St Louis Strike Settlement and 1890s Show Attract Attendees

The article describes a labor disruption settlement at the St Louis rail freight yard and previews a late 19th century entertainment lineup. It highlights a wind up of silks by railroad freight handlers and mentions a grand show featuring acrobatic twin performers, a Bend act, and a tour through Topeka and California collaborations. The program includes a concert, stereopticon lecture on California, and a free sopheth exhibit with no admission.

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Teken Trip on Sickel Mate Road and Superior Train Service

Fragmented OCR text describes a rail trip involving the Gall express train between Chirags and New York City with stops at Wayne, Fostoria, Pyle, Huftelo, and Hoy ton American Club. Fares range from free to $1.00. Mentions ticket offices, depots, and city offices in Chicago and directions to a ticket office near 128 Kansas avenues.

Sickel Mate Road Traian Chirags Pt Wayne Pindlay Fostoria Pyle Huftelo New York City Hoyton American Club Pla Isis Mlnvatte Balet Alwitra Nickei Pinteroeil Chicago Firrivin Aml Eiehave

Washout at Lake View disrupts Oklahoma and Southern Kansas rail traffic

Heavy rains swollen streams hit Saturday night and Sunday morning. Officials report multiple washouts across the Oklahoma division and southern Kansas, with the Rock Island line hampered by caving near Chickasha and Caulknha. Trains are largely unable to run until tracks stabilize.

Sahin Fe Wik Lawrence Ottawa Kansas Oklahoma Ayrs Lakeview

BISMARCKS HEIR FOUND IN GERMANY NAME MIXUP SHOCKS

News from Witysbarte Pa reports Jesoo von Putthover, a grand nephew of the late Prince Bismarck, was found in Frankfurt and is not the rightful heir of the city, though bears the same name. The search traced him to Hamburg and linked to a sister, revealing a web of mistaken identity and pending fortunes. Hammocks from New York dealers offer weatherproof, durably woven mesh with varied styles, priced at 85 each, including models with pliant frames and extended headrests for lounging or reading.

Witysbarte Bos Jesoo von Putthover Prine Bismarck Allee Stettin Jokinie Frankfort Germany Buco Fan Jen Vor New York Yale Werden

Hyomel Claims Cure for Catarrh in Simple Breathing

An advertisement touts Hyomel as the only scientific method for catarrh relief. It urges inhalation of twenty drops with an initialer shut option, promising rapid results, germ killing, and irritation relief. It guarantees a full refund if not satisfied.

Eis Agalantisig W. Stantiel Aman Avenue

Hammocks and fashion notes from a Philadelphia paper

The Philadelphia Inquirer describes woven hammock styles for warm weather, noting comfort differences among materials and designs. It highlights French striped necklaces, bells and tassels, fixed valances, and color combos like pink, blue, coral, and bronze. Prices range from $12 and up for various hammock types.

Philadelphia Fnquirer

Fortune Left Gilcooly Seeks Estate Fortunes

New Haven May 2 Willem B Gilcooly of New York arrived to claim $25,000 from the estate of Mary Ann Reynolds but the inventory shows a small estate. He learned valuables go mainly to Reynolds heirs with modest bequests to relatives. Gilcooly as executor may receive little.

New Haven Willem B. Gilcooly New York Mary Ann Reynolds Belonsini Atrs. Reynolds Roundsman Tretind

Dramatic Mary Shaw Ghosts Tour Plans and City Visit

London late spring seen Mary Shaw and associate players in Ibven's Ghosts with brief U S tour. New Crawford manager arranged for appearance at Crawford theater. Details describe servants quarters and city architecture linked to a Chicago style social device. Frost damage reported in Manchester New Hampshire.

Mary Shaw Ibven Ghosts London Oyle New Hampshire Manchester

Mine Firse Out Halifax N S

The first Dominion Nr 1 colliery at ince Bay has been reported out by Government Inspector Gipin after nearly two months of betting. The mine flooded from the sea will be pumped out immediately.

Halifax N.S Ince Bay Gipin

Saga Chicago Has 2,206,000 Population

Chicago May 25. The new directory reads the publisher to allot to Chicago A population of 2eago. Card of Thanks I desire to thank all the different orders, the male quartette, my many friends and neighbors, for their kindness during the late illness and death of deceased. Mrs Lilia A. Fagan.

Saga Chicago Tsy Lillid A. Fagan

Topeka News Snapshots Share Weather and Events

A jumble of notes from Topeka reports highlights weather shifts cooler later in May, delays to pavement projects, and local events. Mentioned are Washburn College activities, athletic exhibitions, a golf and tennis tournament postponement, and a circus with pageant dogs and ponies. Also covered are street conditions, sewer work progress, and civic news from Topeka and nearby areas.

Smith Lake View Baley Washburn Washburn College Washburn Chapel E & Metemnan Harry Wagner Wishburh Topeka Bus College SH. E Chanute Pipers T. Bo Stet Topeka Topeka ‘Tennis Club Crawford Tentant Thi Thien Plass Missouri West

Emerson Centenary Observed Across Chicago Churches

Chicago pastors marked the centenary of philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson with sermons and services at All Souls and other churches. University of Chicago events planned for the afternoon, under English and philosophy departments, commemorated his influence and work.

Chicago Walto Emerson All Souls Church Emerson Jenkins Poe Camden SM. Cobern University of Chicago Philosophy

Hefferman Death Shrouded In Mystery Near Ardsley Club

John Hefferman was shot near the Ardsley club and died today. No arrests have been made. A woman with Hefferman was detained at the Agdeles club but later released. Authorities have not identified the killer or established a motive.

Tarrytown Dens John Hefferman Smt Ardsley ‘Club Hefferman Agdeles Club

Rioters in Laibach protest ban in street clashes

A May 25 crowd in Laibach chanted Down with the ban in front of a German building. Shots were fired as protesters urged removal of the ban. Troops and gendarmerie routed rioters near Prince Von Auersberg's palace, with the palace attacked by a mob while the German forces restored order.

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