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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1903

Page

3

Sugar Beets Deliver High Yields At Arkansas City Farm

The Sugar Boots from around Arkansas City test well with beets yielding up to 18 percent sugar. Officials from Santa Fe and local Arkansas City leaders note the tests on the experimental farm show profitability for beet cultivation in southern Kansas and push for a sugar factory and related infrastructure in the region.

Arkansas City Rocky Ford H. Kirkpatrick George Brown Pevera Charian Seagraves Banta Fe Kansas Arkanes City Newton Wellington Han

Barbers Freed Amid Unclear Noncompliance Case

Barbezes, two barbers in a Kansas city, were arrested for alleged noncompliance with state regulations. The attorney general sanctioned the action, but a second case may follow. The event drew notable local interest as the first of its kind in the area.

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Baird Will Invalidated Amid Heir Dispute

A contested will case involving 216 heirs seeks to validate or invalidate the March 31 memorandum and the handwritten will. The 20,080 dollar bequest out of 100,900 estate sparks a dispute among 218 heirs, with twelve identified as pinintivte or connected parties. An attorney signed the document after Baird’s death, triggering probate action.

Daird Br Ac Maird

Unclear OCR Report on Baird Death and Will

Fragmentary notes show a doctor and witnesses discussing a will. Baird is mentioned in relation to a relative matter and a marker. The record notes Baird dying on April 16 and a pursed presentation to a church preacher amid legal actions.

Baird

Victims File Wreck Suits Against Metro Street Railway

Kansas City Kan Nov 6 suits filed in district court seek damages from the Metropolitan Street Railway company for injuries from the twelfth Street incline wreck. Beri Thomas seeks 200 for a fractured leg and other harms. Manora Kassey sues for 10 000 for multiple injuries and loss of companionship to Finis Examy, her husband.

Sanens City Kas Twelfth Street Kansas City Kan Musts Agaimet Metropolitan Street Railway Company Beri Thomas Jas, Thomas Minnesota Avenue Manora Kassey Anklan Finis Examy

Sumner County threshing record shocks Wellington crowd

A Sumner County man set a threshing record by grinding 2 504 bushels in nine hours at Wellington. The event drew a large crowd on the city sidewalk near the city building as locals discussed municipal officers and mayoral matters in sharp terms.

Sumner County Wrllington R. A. Anderson Danie 4 Crusader McLean Toyhat

Gun Shoot At Wellington Draws Sharp Scores

The sixth Wellington money shoot attracted a string of prizes for top shooters. B Milter of Oxford led with 24 of 25 hits and 99 out of 100, besting Wellington rivals. Perry Biner Joe Fetters and Len Totty shot in every bind, while B Miller of Oxford won the tally at 24 of 25 and 99 of 100.

B. Milter Oxford Wellington Kaw

Hypnotist Arrested for Alleged Domestic Incident

Traveling hypnotist G. Grouchle was arrested in Wallington Kas after an alleged strike on his wife at her home. She refused to sign a warrant and no fine was recorded for disturbing the peace.

Wallington Worington Kas A. G. Grouchle Wen Upers House

Mrs McHenry Breaks Out at Wichita Meeting

Myra McHenry, a Wichita temperance advocate, was arrested Monday for disturbing the peace during a city council meeting. Chief of Police Burt was struck on the head by an umbrella as the disturbance escalated.

McHenry Wichita Kne Myra| Mchenry Wietite Temperance Aai

Turi Bcandal at Aqueduct New York

Stewards at Aqueduct probe the sudden form dip of Lord Badge after Wan Dadly beat him by six lengths as deep track conditions and heavy ground affected performance. Also reports a new bowling record in Chicago tournament where five-man team achieved a high score with numerous strikes and spares.

Turi Aqueduct New York Lord Badge Lord Ali Chicago

Gophers Claim They Are Entitled to More Praise

In a spirited reaction, the Gophers contended they deserve greater recognition for their recent performances. Team leaders argue hard work and improvements justify higher praise, despite mixed external assessments.

Minnesota Triumph Over Michigan In Scrimmage Claims Glory

In Minneapolis, fans insist Minnesota clearly outplayed Michigan and should be deemed superior. Recap shows Minnesota 257 scrimmage yards plus 52 from running backs and punts for a 507 yard total. Michigan 151 scrimmage yards and 136 from punts, with Minnesota drawing 90 yards in penalties. Fumbles cost Minnesota two touchdowns, and Keene Firepatrick praised Minnesota’s readiness while Michigan’s rough play drew comments.

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Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Claim Remarkable Digestion Cure

An experimental discovery hailed as valuable for digestion asserts that Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets can digest food far beyond normal, claiming to cure dyspepsia and weak digestion. The ad emphasizes harmless vegetables and fruit salts, with testimonials and wide availability in druggists for five cents per package.

Lawid Btwart Leni Saget Invilte Juaper Co Sanranau Stuart Co

Minnesota Football Teams Battle Officials With Mixed Signals

Minnesota touts its homegrown squad while Michigan hires players nationwide as referees miss calls. Major Kelly remains the busiest umpire as Henry Clark Jr. seeks to influence the game in Chicago.

Alties Michigan Uist Minnesota Major Kelly Henry Clark, Jr Chicago

Collins Tales Baseball World Champions Discuss 1903 Series

Jimmy Collins, manager of the world champions, visits Chicago and talks about the Boston and Pittsburgh series, team plans for next season, and the overall baseball situation. He says five or six players remain unsigned, no pay cuts for the A League, and praises the Pirates pitching despite losses. He recalls dramatic plays, fan reactions, and notes the sport’s uncertain, promising future.

Chicago Jimmy Collins Boston Pittsburg Geneva Milwaukee Killen Buffalo Pirates Leever Uturt

Western League to abandon Milwaukee and Kansas City

The arbitration board will decide the Western League ends Milwaukee and Kansas City. With those moves, St Joseph likely withdraws, four new cities join including Denver and Colorado Springs. Victor Cripple Creek district joins, $10,000 on deposit to settle Victor’s season, travel improvements and daytime games planned.

Denver Colo Werterh Tewrue Arbitration Western League American Association Mliwaukee Kansas City Western St. Joseph Milwaukee Perth Colorado Ie Sebraska Tawa Colorado Springs Victor Pueblo Cripple Creek Iaha Lincoln Sioux City Dee Moines

Ritchie Challenges Neil For Championship Bout

Dan Francisco California November six 6 and Joha aneile well in den BE Louis pantam Welbt is here for mean of reeling Frenk Nell In his own town and chaflene nn him for a bout for the championship. He took a wall and may taxant cyver Wn ever and can easily make 15 ante. I have met Terry Mecovern axper Ton Barty and all the stars of light classes and have not yet given a good account of myself in battle. I be few Tean beat Noll he said and came from the Atlantic to the Pacific to take fimtrems with tsi.

Ritchie Neil Dan Francisco Cal Joha Aneile Louis Pantam- Welbt Frenk Nell Imyself Atlantic

Bart to Fight Joe Grim in Kentucky bout

The report notes Bart to clash with Joe Grim in Kentucky amid November plans. It mentions Marvin War and Hart, with Hart heading to Boston after a brief stay, and implies Grim will be tested by a tough opponent in the next match.

Bart Joe Grim Lauleville Marvin

Jeffries Declines 20000 Offer to Fight Sam McVey

New York reports Jim Jeffries turned down a $20,000 purse for a twenty round bout with Sam McVey proposed by Colma Athletic Club of San Francisco. Manager Joe Eagan passed the offer, but Jeffries refused citing no fights with nonwhite opponents and desire to defend his title against worthy contenders. He plans a road tour and may join Jim Corbett on the road, with possible England bouts offered but declined.

Jeffries Sam McVey New York Jim Jeffries San Francisco Joe Eagan Mier Colma Athletic Club Sann Francisco Maine Kagan Lone McVey Jack Johnson Hite Uberal England Kay Jim Corbett

Yanger Abel Match Set for Chicago Bout

Benny Yanger the owl Italian featherweight agrees to a six round bout with Joild Abel at the Watusia club on Monday night November. John Hertz represents Yanger and Allegretti for Abel. The bout marks Chicago’s return to boxing since Mayor Harrison’s crackdown and will be watched by followers of the pugilists. Hen Donnelly likely to referee as both men weigh in at catch weights. Several promoters plan for similar events under Chicago Athletic Association rules.

Chicago Benny Yanger San Francisco Hddie Hanlon John Hertz Yanger Allegrett Joid" Abel Chicgo Athletic Association Koort Harrison Abel Hen Donnellly Chicago Athletic Association

Michigan Denies Accusations of Unfair Playing by Minnesota

Ann Arbor reports midlandish charges alleging Minnesota players fouled Michigan rivals. Keene and Patrick deny making such statements, while Yost credits Heston and Maddock as Michigan leaders in the rough clash. Manager Baird travels to discuss the matter as season concludes.

Michigan Minnesota Ann Arbor Mich Midlneshie Keene Flapatrick Chicago Yost Heston Maddock Nexeer Minneapolis Evans Hotere Mchienn

Boxing Bout Set Between Schreck and Stitt in Chicago

Chicago welterweight Schreck will boxing Billy Stitt of Chicago in a six round bout at the Chicago Athletic Club on November 14. Schreck, aiming to rebound from recent losses, hopes to land another victory and improve his standing in a crowded bantamweight scene.

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