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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1903

Page

3

Accident on Kansas City streetcar near Union Depot

A late afternoon streetcar derailment on the 7 line near Union Depot in Kansas City left the car No. 75 off the track at a switch. Motorman H Bebb stopped the vehicle after it began to leave the road, sparing passengers including Black riders from injury as the front platform broke and the trolley cables were exposed.

Kansse City Kan Bebb James Thin City Mick Dee Zosmeeers Negra Rab Riverview Aievacy E Soule

Debt Paid and Church Rejoices in Leavenworth

The Bowst church in Leavenworth Kansas announces its debt has been paid after twenty five years of effort. A celebratory notice credits aid from other Protestant congregations and marks the church as one of the oldest in the area.

Leavenworth Kas Kansas Tm Ie Bace

Wichita Masons Mark 32nd Scottish Rite Anniversary

Topeka reports the Thirty second annniversary events in Wichita Kansas with visiting Masons from Knog Missoash Ollatornn Indian Territory Uink and New Mexico joining in the celebration. Inspector general JD Harrison attends and will confer the Thirty third degree on thirteen Kansans. Building plans for the Masonic home include a cost of 1000 0 to 12000 0 and spring construction is planned. Work from the fourth to the fifteenth occupied the presiding "consistory" sessions.

Wichita Kas Feuet Knog Missoash Ollatornn Indian Territory Uink New Mexico Wiitta and Gwent Kansas JD Harrison Topeka Omr Supreme Council Baster G. Brown Kansas City Wreea Pring Paine

Pioneer Gathering Honors Rev Loafbourraw Guests Atwood Kus

Friends of Rev. Mr Loafbourraw hosted a surprise gathering at the pleasant home of Md 1 Walker in Trawling county to honor his return after a long absence. Notables M A Wilson and H Tindell attended with wives, sharing pioneer tales of Atwood and Rawlins counties, while women contributed by hosting and recounting community memories. The event offered warm wishes for his continued ministry and prosperity.

Mr Loafbourraw Atwood Kus Loafbourraw Atwoodlae M. A. Wilson At- Weel Rawiins House of Company

Pastor Paints and Repairs the WEW Lutheran Church

Minneapolis Nov. 3 St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran church at This place secured another pastor after a vacancy of nearly two years. W F Poot moved from Grand Rapids to lead and renewed the building. He installed electric lights, refinished benches, painted the floor, laid carpet, and did much of the work himself. The church now looks bright and promising for the future.

Minevepolis Minneapolis Tkns St. Paul

Hutchinson Pioneer Dead and Rheumatic Cure Debated

Nov 18 Hutchinson Kan report on the funeral of Col. A. L. Forsha and his widow Mrs Forsha, details of his Glenwood Springs era, a rumored street project, and a bold ad by Dr Shoop claiming his rheumatic cure can help some patients in a trial program promising notable results within weeks. The piece mixes obituary notes with promotional testimony.

Buriat Col A. L. Foraha Pines Hone Hutchinson Kan Porshe Ji Htutchinson Todey- Molorat Forska Md Ekerlsur A. Porehe Kansax City Mra Forstia Forska Glenwood Springs Hutchineos Hutchineor Lie Teno County Reng Imec Ali Samuel W. Jong Cricut Dr. Bhony Chester Quentin Eisen van Vane Maolen

Editor White a Dishwasher Arizonan Indians Think the Banean

An Arizona bound party led by White of San Fe officials travels through the Navajo and Moki lands. White vows to wash his own dishes to prove thrift while locals say he has a funny stomach. The group includes few white men and encounters goat meat and Indian corn as they journey.

Sparta W. A. White Ita Arizona Sante Fé

The Fiddler mystery and Joe Lesser intrigue at Morris Park

Chicago and Morris Park racing saga unfolds with claims that Joe Lesser posed as The Fiddler to skim prize money. Reports say Lesser vanished after a September 9 race, with ownership links to H. D. Beams and T. T. Cromwell noted.

Chicago Fiddler Morris Park Joe Lesser Bookles the Fiddler St. Louis T. T. Cromwell St .Fiisve Pett Roseman Hernig Joe Lekesr Wight Delmar Jim O'Leary Bimut Jon Gesner Horemen Horme John Lenser Stusald de Tha Hickerbolde Rood Lenser Létie Scout Tour Tenguss Bennett Mocha Park Withers Jon Gexsor Fuad Steel Lesase Bt Lauta

Princeton's Great Record Defeats Yale One Man Team

New York reports Princeton beat Yale with standout play by John Fe Dewitt, captain of the Tigers, whose exceptional individual effort turned potential defeat into a historic victory. Dewitt’s performance recalls Princeton's 1898 win and marks him as a premier gridiron talent of the season.

Garos Lawrenceville Princeton Fegulirn Ackle Tigers Dewitt Yale Harvard Dartmouth Hosan Hervard Ain Swarthmore Georgetown T-Gettysboro Brown Providence Lehigh Carlisle Bucknell Cornell Lafayette New York Yair Grange Rick New Haven John Fe Tiger Tien Shaville Nassus Por Kime

Brain Food and Digestive Aids in Daily Diets

Advice on balancing meals with grains fruits and vegetables for most people, noting meat only for hardy outdoor laborers. Promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe daily aid to digestion, claiming they supply missing pepsin and digestive enzymes without affecting bowels or other organs.

Stuart Ae Peoply Morphin

Great Year on the Turf New York 1903 season tops all

Close of the Jamaica and Zatania meetings marks 1903 as the greatest turf year in American history. Track records fell daily and purses rose, with John B. Hargin leading owners near $100,000 largely due to Waterboy. Fred Cook headed the western list with about half that sum.

New York Jamaica Zatania John B. Hargin Waterboy Fred Cook St. Louis

Polo Grounds to Be Raised and Drained Ahead of Improvements

New York reports work underway to raise the Polo Grounds outfield to diamond level. A drainage system will be installed, filling thousands of loads of dirt to eliminate swampy conditions that left players wading after rains and caused leg strain. Improvements include upgraded stands and amenities, though a grand concrete palace plan is not immediate.

Polo Grounds New York Polo Ground Seaton Degland

Lou Dillon at the New York Speedway headline

Thousands watched Lou Dillon and Don Derby perform at the New York speedway with 10,000 spectators. James A. Murphy of Chicago owned Der Derby, who won three races, while Gold Heels, purchased for 34,000, was brought from Kentucky and will train for big handicaps. Corrigan heads the list with 4.0 million in winnings, followed by Hendrie and Push.

Lou Dillon THE STAR Billings Trotter New York Speedway New York Jones Lou Dillon Jax Murphy Don Derby Rotting Aneen Queen James A. Murphy Chicago Wasnvine Stares Kentucky Trim Hinde & Baker Lexington Gold Heet Bard—Henl Ant Toswitiner Brooklyn Gold Heels P Berland Park Toa Sinn EB. J. Arnold Corrigan Ciseimnatl Edward Corgan George Hendrie Fae J. W. Push

Comiskey Fights Donahue Trade Fallout

Comiskey voices frustration over Donahue deal as Garry Herrmann blocks the move. He cites losses of players and pending trade decisions, saying he has no stars and faces an uncertain roster.

Comiskey Donahue Chicago Garry Herrmann Dagahue

Rheumatism the Dread of Winter Seizes Sufferers

The article warns that winter worsens rheumatism, caused by cold damp air and blood acids. It promotes S. S. S. as a internal cure that purifies the blood and strengthens nerves, claiming relief and eventual cure. Testimonial from R. E. Chapman in Columbus Ohio praises the remedy after severe arthritis.

S.S S. S Swift Specific Company Atlanta, GA Columbes Ohio Betel Sawsiwas Dave R. EH Chapman

Newton’s record pitching shocks Los Angeles crowd

New baseball report from Los Angeles celebrates Dr Newton the Diettt handed pitcher of the Low Ar geles. He shut out the opposition without a hit or walk and struck out many. The game sets a season record and features a flawless pitching performance.

Los Angeles Franchco Newton Diettt Guidant Cal Wheevnt Smith Tesy Keay Avtomas Fringe Angeles Wade Rubs Waddellinow Waddellowevnr

Man Killed by Frisco Train Near Fort Scott

Fort Scott Kansas November reports a laborer William Britton of a nursery south of the city was struck and killed by a Frisco train as he walked to work. The fatal accident occurred Tuesday with no immediate witnesses or details available.

Fort Scott Kan William Britton Bias

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