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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1899
Page
2
A letter from Mrs Marr Hares of Harpiseaven recounts seven years of declining health following childbirth and pregnancy complications. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash with restoring strength, easing whites and pelvic pain, and aiding recovery after near death.
Sporting writers debate if Sharkey should defend his heavyweight crown Friday night against Jeffries in a match that could end uncertainty about the title. Many see Sharkey as the stronger boxer while others doubt his form and predict a decisive result, with strong support for a rematch if needed.
From New York Nov 7 an amusing account describes Sharkey in his sick room as doctors and nurses intervene while he jokes about Jeffries and his own readiness for rehabilitation. The scene mixes comic taunts about pain and preparation for crutches with Sharkey taunting medical staff and recalling boxing rivals.
A murky reminiscence unfolds as a man speaks of a din salvet and a possible chlorefarm, mentioning Ma biteaster and Thaw fellows to carry him over a range near the Weht. He describes a reporter's confusion, a chitin chart, and a note about Jeffries and a peached cum pece, with a Wed Af plaster supporting his claim.
New York November 7 Tommy Ryan is linked with Delaney amid tensions in the camp as promoter Brady discusses the Jeffries briefr. The trainer quarrel centers on Delaney and Ryan with Brady hinting at a planned ring appearance for Jeffries and Sharkey this week at Korter and Hint's.
New York gossip centers on Boston staying status quo this fall with Haentston and Bergen as unlikely trades. Murnane doubts changes to NL leadership and predicts two years at least with current presidents. Conversations note potential moves to Washington or Baltimore, with managers and owners weighing who stays or leaves and where reforms may occur.
A fragmented quote notes a sixteen thousand dollar figure and a business claim. McGraw asserts higher earnings next year while a partner mentions clearing fourteen thousand dollars last year. Specific names and places are unclear due to damaged text.
An editorial style item from the Globe-Democrat discusses Pittsburg Phil and a dispute over starting gates. It references changes in gate use for 2 year olds and future plans for multi year schedules, plus remarks on owners jockeys and the racing public. The piece hints at legislation and sentiment affecting turf management and betting dynamics.
Warrensburg Missouri November 7 Indian team from Lawrence Kansas lost to Warrenst ure Normal in a rough game witnessed by several thousand. The contest featured strong defense and mishandled plays as time was called late in the first half. Indian backfield sober, but the rivals outplayed them with effective interference and line work. Ends and backs performed with limited success in a game noted for intensity.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a theater production with a suggested later performance and a Santa Fe California Limited train promotion. It mentions actors, a procession of scenes, and a branded medical advertisement alongside rail travel details and coach services. The text mixes event hype with product pitches and schedules.
Regularly elected officers are installed as the autonomous government of Negros is proclaimed in Bacolod. Gen Smith administers oaths to governor and supreme court judge, with 12 councilmen and other officials sworn in. Elections held Oct 2 show Beverino elected governor with 1,360 votes. Grand ball, religious rites, and state festivities mark inauguration amid references to U S sovereignty and future relations.
An odd dialogue from the Washington Star recounts a farm visit where a stranger questions ownership and duties, while the farmer asserts rights and recalls past wages. The piece depicts tension over property, taxation, and duties with residents wary of outsiders.
A fragmented dispatch hawks a Santa Fe Route excursion on November 7 and a sale of “trickets” plus round trip fare to multiple western states. It touts unspecified health benefits, claims of indomitable health, and urges purchase at Wasguner’s Drug Store for two cents, referencing stomach and bowel relief.
John F. Strickrott, noted view photographer, has moved his studio to Ss Kansas avenue. He offers first-class work on short notice and will continue finishing work for amateurs. A free dark room is available for customers.
A chaotic oyster bar chat records a lively, boisterous exchange about who can shuck the most oysters. Tales of record openings, rival anecdotes, and a note on Chamberlain's Cough Tonymedy close the rambunctious piece with a medical aside.
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