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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1903
Page
9
A dealer peddles Dr Shoop's Restorative promising a one month trial with no cost to test its effects. The appeal urges readers to write for the beak, promising results against various ailments and claiming the remedy's benefits are proven in hospitals and personal use.
In a stride toward improved communication, farmers in the southern portion of Kansas are self-financing and constructing rural telephone lines. The effort aims to connect isolated farms, enhance market information flow, and support community coordination amid growing agricultural activity. Local organizers report steady progress and seek additional volunteers and materials.
Several rural telephone companies in Sumer County plan a mutual network of toll lines. Farmers will join by buying a phone and paying an equal share of construction and repair costs, with stockholders funding operations. Each member will receive county exchange access, and lines are built by voluntary labor.
The district court held morning and afternoon juries over a civil dispute involving Mrs Marj Jordan. Evidence pointed to Dr Nichols owing plaintiff two sums and a court set a final payment and dowry in the case, with a forthcoming decision.
A fragment describes appetite loss and digestive issues linked to neural stimulation by a desire for food. It mentions bile and stimulants as remedies and lists conditions such as fever and constipation, implying a medicinal claim. The text is garbled and unclear about specifics or sources.
Fragmented OCR shows Mrs Jordan arranging dentures with a dentist. She allegedly repaired teeth at home then returned them to the dentist who supervised a seizure and claimed payment. Mrs Jordan refused the bill, leading to a district court ruling for 25 dollars in the first case and further action in the circuit court.
Hutchinson Kan Nov 14 At a meeting of the farmers institute executive committee it was drafted to hold the event on Wednesday and Thursday December 2 and 8 The committee includes A L Spensier and M Wateran The secretary J Ho Lawson invited American Beet Sugar Co of Rocky Ford Cole to send a man to judge beet tests grown this year Also A Fite plans to explain macaroni wheat experiments at Halstead There will be a joint meeting with the Commercial club to report on beet culture and discuss beet raising benefits Mr Winterhalter of American Sugar from Rocky Word will attend and address members on beet production value in the region
Wellington and Nev 64 The Sumner realty rural carriers will hold a convention Thanksgiving Day at the courthouse. Program includes Best Method of Handling Mail by Le Clayton, discussion by W B Tracey and Ht C The Carriers Ww. H Worley round-table talks by Benjamin and John Blue. Debate on advantages of argumention by state organization presidentsy Benjamin, Sect
Fragmentary OCR text notes a defense hearing and alleged shooting. Key entities are unclear but suggests a pre trial step and a possible gun incident.
Salina November 14 The semi annual reunion of Scottish Rite bodies in Salina concluded with a banquet at the Masonic temple. A class of 24 candidates from central and western Kansas received the degrees. List includes W H Armettone Junction City Charles Kabach Abilene W G Fahnestock Belwit and others from Salina Gypsum Hin City Gy in.
Kansas at Lawrence faces Nebraska in a stacked schedule with a record crowd expected. Coach Weeks says the Jayhawkers are fit but planning for a heavy, fast game while the Cornhuskers brace for a strong end rush and a likely swing of key players. Nebraska ships 300 fans aboard a special train as bustling crowds pour into the venue.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for catarrh and related ailments, claiming it eradicates scrofula, prevents consumption, and is America’s greatest medicine. The piece touts its radical cures and includes a cheeky aside about a performer and a critic.
Ellinwood announces the Santa Fe Depot is now in service after long longing for a brick depot. The new structure is a fine example of brick design with improved facilities and accommodations for travelers.
Baltimore report quotes promoter Ryan predicting Gardner will avoid Fitz's power for ten rounds. He says Gardner's reach and guard can frustrate Fitz and that Corbett’s early tactics against Jeffries resemble this bout. Readers learn standings on expectations and boxing style notes from the scene.
The St Louis Ameri cans report Hanlon pursued Jones or a return deal to keep him with the club but failed. Jennines may cover fret these for the Orioles next season and Wineand, who left after three days last season but remains Baltimore’s property, could be persuaded to return to hold Gown at second base.
Memphis November 14 J O Keene Lexington turfman arrived to buy horses and denied claiming he trained a horse in Russia to beat Dick Welles at any distance He said Irish Lad’s Moscow exploits show no such comparison and he never saw Welles He plans to buy older horses in America then Lexington yearlings Keene’s success with Irish Lad included wins in Warsaw Derby Moscow Produce Stakes and St Petersburg Empress Stakes.
San Francisco November 14 Manager Billy Roche praised Jimmy Britt after a bout with Sieger. Britt earned $2,700 while Sieger received $1,800. Roche said Britt is superior to Turner and would likely defeat him if matched again. He noted Britt fought most rounds with his left hand, surprising friends who believed he broke his right.
Detroit news reports baseball matters at a standstill as Ban Johnson may accept outside offers to take control of the Detroit American League club. Griff ith’s bid and Detroit party involvement frame the negotiations with Barrow remaining manager and a Detroit figurehead planned.
Arche Zimmer signs 14 year old Phil McGovern brother of Terry McGovern to ride for Zimmer and Tim Sullivan. McGovern to race in New Orleans and later in Chicago as part of a winter string, after ending freelance work with Pittsburg Phil. Sullivan friend of Terry McGovern supports the move and Harris backs the rider’s rise. Michigan Will Play Easy in Wisconsin game preview shows doubts about result and possible lineups. Phil Dwyer resigns as Metropolitan Jockey Club manager amid rumored tensions over 1904 dates.
Ten years time interest six percent offered by W. P. Land Co and J K Ballantine agents. Listings include lands in western Kansas and Easton Col wado with low price terms. Office locations Kansas City Missouri Topeka Kansas.
A brief note shows Missouri and Kansas Telephone Company delivering the Five Cents a Day service with growing daily uptake. The message hints at customer satisfaction driving repeat use and broadening adoption.
Amid early season chatter Yale holds a 2 to 1 betting edge over Princeton for the anticipated clash. McClare’s Princeton status and Foulke’s back injury boost Yale while overall odds reflect heavy betting in New York financial circles.
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