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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1902
Page
9
A man promotes Dr. Shoop's Restorative offering to mail six bottles at his risk for five dollars and fifty cents if it cures a sick friend. He cites past successes, claims nerve restoration as the key, and asks readers to send names and addresses for trials.
Fort Scott authorities arrested four men for peddling cheap jewelry and creating a disturbance at the Bast side. The suspects Willan Pies Charles ssurt William Barnes and Karley Br veremish faced charges as onlookers described the tense scene and a kept prisoner stayed brave. Police said the offenders acted as professional thieves and would face hearings soon.
Contracts for pew buildings at Fort Leavenworth may be awarded next spring. Additional money to improve the army post will be asked for at the session of Congress this winter. The goal is to secure funds to complete buldings and improvements for the post. There is some money on hand, but more will be sought to advance the post and support Urals and other states.
In a Malden Street area orchard two crops of apples were picked from the same tree. Residents note the fruit is of the Malden Stash variety with pale red hue and firm texture. Some fruit appears blemished by pests but overall quantity and quality are described as good with fruiting continuing near Twentyefret and Dakota streets. Local observers, including Mr. Hunn, report near full harvest of the second crop as faculty inspect trees for ripeness.
In Clay Center Kansas on November 1 the third annual meeting of the Kansas Fifth district Federation of Clubs was held. Officers listed include Mrs F Huse of Manhattan as President, Mrs Tarot Chapman as Vice President, Mrs J HL Let of Zion City as Second Vice President, Mrs Bradford of Concordia as Recording Secretary, and Mrs W HL Peckham of Clay Center as Treasurer.
Three Smolan youths were arrested near Salina Kansas by U S revenue officers for selling liquor illegally without licenses. The terse report notes the men faced charges of illegal liquor sales and mentions a separate local election context involving university and college presidents.
In a remarkable exhibition at Cresceus Park driven by Mr Ketchem with a runner, Cresceus trots two miles in 4 17 cutting the world two mile mark of 42 84 held by Onward Ager by 14 seconds. The horse and driver were greeted by a large crowd as Cresceus heads to Atlanta for future engagements.
In New York City rumors swirl over who will manage the American League club and whether Jim Kennedy will secure the role. Vin Johnan is in town with little comment as the league weighs the city’s bid. Tim Kennedy plans a six day bicycle race to Europe and may become the team manager if Sullivan’s remark prompts a shift, while Senator Sailens reportedly could influence the Polo to split up the division.
Corbett's Challenge features Young Corbett willing to box the winner of Ryan-Browd or Jack O'Keefe at catch weights, with a potential clash against Brow at a lighter weight if Ryan wins. A firm date within three weeks is anticipated, while other notes report on New York dog show prize terriers and French bulldogs found dead, plus Kililen denial and unrelated horse sale bids in Ohio.
In a November 1 bout at Kago, Ryan defeated Broad in a six round decision. Both fighters showed speed and stamina with Ryan landing cleaner blows in rounds two through six, gaining a clear advantage as Broad fought back but could not hold pace.
The article notes a planned six round boxing match between Joe Chospski and “Philadelphia Jock” OBrien, with November 20 as the target. It also mentions a local fight between Terry McGovern and Ramony Smith concluding that McGovern’s superiority would make the bout uninteresting. Purdue defeats Northwestern 5-0 in Chicago, marred by fumbles from Northwestern.
A Beloit run includes political chatter about Catholic cathedral progress, local clubs, and proposed papers. Beloit, Kirksville, and nearby towns report on horse racing results, school activities, and civic developments.
New York reports Dun and Bradstreet praise a bright next year outlook with strong orders for spring delivery. Civilized by fall and winter activity, large crop yields, and a steady winter wheat position, demand for wheat and coal rises while iron and steel show hesitancy due to high prices.
The report notes reduced prices and lower consumer attitudes in Chicago with healthy mill conditions and scarce food goods, while spring wool buying begins and fair trade ends, shaping market divisions. Raw wool remains firm in eastern markets as shipments flow to the Atlantic. Weekly failures total decline from last year, with U S and Canada counts falling.
Chicago Nov 1 report says officials of public schools did not keep lists of children enrolled in the system leaving 81500 without an owner amid ongoing debates over attendance and governance in Topeka schools.
A Cincinnati youth who headed a fundraising effort for the battleship American Hoy now seeks to forward $1,500 raised by schoolchildren to the Kinney memorial fountain committee amid misdirected funds and return attempts described in The Tribune.
Boston sees the crown prince of Siam tour Waltham watch making and shoe factory sites with a diamond gift for a lady. He also toured Lynn Electric Works and Sorosus shoe plant, granted an interview denying talks of his father the king visiting the United States and was entertained at the Algonquin club after theater.
A noted rescue involves the Crook aiding a Japanese crew aboard a burning steamer off Van Diemen Straits and near San Francisco. The incident saw the crew separated amid fire, with Chinese sailors reportedly abandoning duties as the Japanese fought to save the vessel and passengers. The transport Sheridan carried news of the event back to port.
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