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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1902
Page
10
Fragmented OCR presents a bizarre advertisement or editorial piece warning against substitutes and imitators of Warner's Safe Cure. It mentions warnings to refuse substitutes and touts authentic Warner's Safe Cure for piles with references to safety and efficacy, though the text is garbled and difficult to parse.
Yale coaches deem the team in shape for Princeton with a Friday night departure for New York. The squad is shaping up after extensive scrimmage work, with key players Chadwick and Kinney showing varied form and plan to start Saturday. Officials, band, and travel logistics outlined for a weekend game trip.
Both KU and Haskell eye a Saturday win in Lawrence. Reported injuries limit key players while coaches cite preparedness and recent form as the basis for belief in success. The matchup features internal aims to avoid slips and build momentum toward future conference play.
An early 20th century advertisement claims blood purification heals deep stubborn sores and cancer fears by restoring circulation and providing rich blood. It promises free physician advice from The Swin Specie Co of Atlanta, Ga, urging readers to write for guidance.
Scrambled notes describe team members and possible positions as sponsors and supporters back the Liberty effort. Mentions Miguel and Burt and hints at Libeolm money to be placed for a Jayhawk tennis event.
George Slosson, American billiard veteran, will represent the United States in the World Championship tournament to be held in Paris beginning December. He plans to sail in about three weeks and is reported in good condition to compete. The article notes a strong American and French field, with players like Vignaux, Gure, Fourine, and Guelin, and mentions possible entries from Maurice Daly and others, including George Sutton and Willie Hoppe in the preliminary rounds.
Washington racing notes from November recount a chaotic afternoon. White Ghost started strong and surged to near the lead but faded to finish second by a short neck as Forward, the odds-on favorite, placed third. Track records rose in several races while jockeys including O Connor rode three winners.
Fragmented report recounts Joe Corbett's resistance to leaving his business for boxing next season. It notes offers, possible salaries, and interest from New York teams while mentioning James de Garterh and other figures in a push to recruit Corbett. The piece highlights Corbett’s need for family considerations and financial security.
A scrambled list shows Eastern games including Yale at Princeton Harvard at Cambridge and Syracuse at West Point while Western matches feature Chicago Michigan and Wisconsin at various sites. A note adds Ottawa Kan hosting Ottawa University and Emporia College as their game date shifts due to a merger affecting the Topeka Medics.
One of the team’s remaining two games is with the Indians and the annual Thanksgiving game with Washburn at Topeka. In Chicago racing, Pirate’s Queen led late but finished third by a length behind the winner. Latonia saw the fastest six furlongs of the meeting in 1:15 with four favorites and a close finish.
Retiring Chinese minister Wu Ting Fang was honored by the Sie Association of America and the American Asiatic Association at a Telmonico’s banquet in New York. Attendees included Mayor Low, Cornelius Bliss, and James J. Hil. A telegram from Secretary Hay conveyed high respect, and President Roosevelt sent best wishes from Memphis. Wu emphasized open statecraft and China’s links with the United States as he prepared to depart.
An old advertisement claims Dr Fenner's Kidney Cure treats backache and kidney disease. The testimonial describes severe illness with blood in urine and relief after using the remedy, urging readers to ask druggist for it. The piece appears within a period advertisement style.
A garbled excerpt hints at a debate on promoting trade between countries. It mentions China, Sendunian, a senator, and the emperor, with fragmented phrases about finances and political constraints. The passage appears as a fragmented historical record with unclear dates or clear action.
A Parlor Shoe store fell victim to a C O D scam when a man bought a $5 pair, asked delivery to 8 Varick Street at 2 PM, then vanished with the shoes after promising payment. The slick suspect, about 5 feet 6 inches, 150 pounds with black mustache, wore a black suit and fedora. Police seek the man and a woman who swindled with a fur cloak in Albany.
A concise look at turkey farming profitability and housing. It notes that yarding can yield good returns, that confinement does not guarantee safety from predators, and describes simple methods to prevent birds from escaping a fence. The piece hints at regional practices and seasonal timing for fattening turkeys.
The article discusses mixtures of barley meal and heat wear for crimbir mane with skim milk or water, noting skim milk can improve flesh quality. It argues increased turkey and fowl demand due to population growth and shrinking arable land, and that breed selection depends on market needs. It cites Country Life in America describing white turkeys on a Maryland greensward by a tidal creek, with emphasis on ornamental rearing when not tied to commercial demand.
A traveling salesman and self styled preacher, F A Morris of Chicago, journeys through Nebraska and Missouri selling drug xendrice to fund his book project on spiritual life. He visits Salvation Army halls nightly, praising the Army and criticizing modern churches, while claiming wealth and a mission to explore religious experience. He describes interactions with wealthy and humble Army members and argues for a broad, slow mobilization of religious work.
The Central National bank of this city was closed today by order of the comptroller of the currency. Bank examiner placed in charge due to excess loans and a shortage of quick assets. An appeal to the Boston Clearing House was not advised to aid the bank. The institution, organized in 1873 with $500,000 capital, held $3,500,000 in deposits. H. Lakeda served as president and J. Adame Brown as cashier.
D V ipregus an attorney from Wamego Kansas died at his home after several months illness He previously served as ex chairman of the Republican county central committee and was mayor of Wamego for three consecutive terms He spent time at Eureka Springs last summer seeking relief.
A physician testimonial urges Pyramid Pile Cure for piles claiming instant relief without opium or minerals. Dr Redmond and Dr Estertrook praise its ease of use and lack of surgical need, with lay endorsements from J W Rollins of Awret Bee Missouri.
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