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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1901

Page

2

Jeffries and Rubiin Meet After Censured Madden

In San Francisco a late night meeting at Corbett's Place eased tension between James J. Jeffries and Gus Rubbin. The scene featured cordial handshakes, no hard feelings, and a debate on Madden's criticism of the sport. Referee Corbett reflected that his ring presence showed the blow impact on Madden.

San Francisco James J. Jeffries Heavewelght Puailfet Gus Hublin Wen Furry Corbett Ubiin Corbett Jeffrie Rubby Attenton Marty Corbett Gus Issies Et Jeffries Brublin Jim Hablia Jeffricn Hublin Cms Helms Uw Sports Yimurance Pty Gisvald Rublin

Terry McGovern Threatens No More Whippings After Fifth

In St Louis on November 20 Terry McGovern declares he will quit only after a single whipping. He emphasizes he will not endure another beating regardless of provocation and hints at the long career ahead, rejecting public push for more punishment. The boxer criticizes opponents and warns against renewed attempts to force further punishment.

Louis Terry, McGovern Terment Perry Sade Young Corbett

Corbett Not To Fight Cleveland Wean Ov 21

Jim Corbett discusses the Rubin fight and his reluctance to fight until his contract terms are met. He notes Rubin’s defeat sparked talk but insists Rubin is not quitting and doubts a Sham fight. He mentions plans to avoid certain challengers and reflects on facing Sharkey and other possible opponents.

Cleveland Wean Jim Sor Rublin Rubin Rihlin Lana Corbett Denowyte Sentrisa Pehaw

Wisconsin and rivals to jointly hold 1903 western football title

In Kago on Nov 2 a joint effort by Wisconsin and another institution aims to secure the western football championship for 1903. The fragmentary text notes Badgers and various records but is largely unreadable.

Wisconsin Sa Iy Fromm

Unclear excerpt on football management and championship view

Fragmentary report references Coach King and management disputes over football fares and a contested championship, with institutions opposing the gene and arguments on comparative feats.

King Caer

Berparin college edges State Normal in hard fought game

In a tense Tuesday clash at Kas Nov 20 the Berparin college football team defeated State Normal 6 to 0. Key plays included a ten yard kickoff return and a 35 yard ground gain by McFarquand, with strong line defense from Presbyterians and solid punting from Mid Ginkaut. Down-to-the-wire action saw both sides trade gains as the normals threatened, but Berparin held firm to secure the win amid betting and crowd excitement.

Porin Kas Berparin College Foothail Sauom Em Dorks Ginkaut Mc Farkand Anderson McCabe

Whitney to Change Winter Quarters to Lorillard Farm

New York reports William C Whitney nearing a deal with Mrs Lillian Allient for transferring his stud from Kentucky to the Lorillard stock farm bequeathed by Pierre Lorillard. Whitney plans to winter his horses there near the east, with Allien receiving income from the property. Whitney will take charge immediately and move his horses east as arrangements allow.

New York Wiliam C. Whitney Lillian B. Allien Whitney Opce

Chance to play first base for Cleveland Club misread

A fragment outlines a potential first baseman from Amnertown under contract with the Cleveland Club. It notes Maxie Wa Wetteway as a candidate from that city and mentions President Somers in the decision process.

la Chane Cleveland Cub Maxieia Wa Wetteway Sient Preeman Somers

Gardner and Carter Matched for Twenty Round Title Fight

Boxers George Gardner and Kid Carter have been matched to fight twenty rounds, a pairing that blocks a proposed Jeffries and Sharkey bout. The arrangement confirms a key step toward the planned heavyweight schedule.

Gardner and Garter Ran Braneteeo Cal Novi George Gardner Kid Carter Gardner Carter Jeffries Sharkey

Pot Hunters Busy In Quail Season

Quail hunting activity rises as laws restrict pot hunting and poaching. Observers note many birds and chicks suffer from illegal hunting, with a statewide effort to reduce quail killings this season. Reports warn that quail ext hunter activity may end this month.

Keiba

Desperate Deserter Chased 36 Miles for a Stolen Heavy Horse

The tale follows George Raymond, a former Leavenworth convict turned horse thief, chased from Oklahoma toward Kansas City by Constable Marsh after stealing a large 1,500 pound draft horse northwest of Wichita. Raymond, 43, a former Union Pacific brakeman, was captured near Peabody after a long pursuit ending with his surrender.

Wichita C. A Marsh Peabody George Raymond Raymond Oklahoma Kausas City Marsh Leavenworth Haymond Union Paclic Kansas City

Enrollment at Baker University Sees Surging Growth

Enrollment at Baker University has grown by 128," exceeding last fall term figures. Since 1888 annual enrollments rose from 512 to 628, with a continued increase expected. The university reports over 90,000 beyond current expenses, seeking 10,000 for library, 15,000 for lighting and water, 5,000 for repairs, and a 1 million endowment, under President Murlin.

Baldwin Maker University Baker Murlin

Germs of Catarrh and Consumption Propagated by Air

An old theory claims germs from coughs and colds cause catarrh and consumption, spreading via air inhalation rather than blood. The article promotes Hyomeil remedies as the sole cure, claiming the germs multiply in the breathing passages and urging readers to obtain the product from druggists or the company.

Entertainment club women at Century dinner

The article notes a Century Club dinner with an informal reception and program. Mrs W.F. Bape, district president, introduced an instrumental duet by Miss Charlotte Davis and Mrs Russell Davis, vocal solos by Mrs L. Greenburg, and a welcome address by Mrs G.W. Wheatley. Guests heard a series of musical offerings, a response by Mrs Lees of Baxter, and a speech by Mr H. Cowley of Columbus. A luncheon followed.

Constults Elke’ Club Pengumms Mra WF. Bape Charlotte Davis Russell Davis L. Greenbarg G.W. Wheatley Aliss Davis Mesdames Greenburg Blanchard Mra C.lees Baxter Mr. H. Cowley Columbus State Taylor Instrumintel

MURDER CAPTURED IN JUNCTION CITY HAY LOFT

W B Buchanan troop DP Fourteenth Cavalry was captured after a search of a hay loft near Fort Riley. He allegedly confessed to soldiers of the crime after being brought to town under armed guard. Marshal White is dying and Marshal Cooper is not expected to recover.

Junction City Cooper White Fort Rvey Sherif Peese Fort Filey Min Sherif Feese Marshal Tor Allen Cullinan Mackey W. B. Buchanan Fourteenth Cavalry Buchanan

Cattle Train Wreck Near Liberal Kills One

In Kansas nine miles east of Liberal a Rock Island stock extra derailed by a broken rail noon Tuesday. One man died, another was seriously injured as fourteen cattle cars collapsed. The fireman and engineer escaped unharmed. a riding unknown man was instantly killed. Loss to the company is about 35000.

Hutchinson Kas Nev Rock Island Liberal Hye

Young man found dead after fall from moving train in Lawrence

Herbert Dravis, a young man, died Tuesday near Nort Lawrence after leaping from a moving Rock Island train. The train did not stop in Lawrence, and the incident occurred as he was en route to Bonnner Sprites to visit his mother. The body was found near Bismarck Grove and turned over to the coroner.

Herbert Dravie Lawrence Kas Herbert Dravis Nort’ Lawrence Rock Island Dre Bonner Sprites Bismarck Grove

Fort Scott Water Plant Offered to City for 157500

Fort Scott officials consider purchasing the water plant for 157500 after Judge McClevery and the owners proposed a sale at half the prior asking price. The company would accept part payment or bonds bearing 5 percent, with council to vote after the water committee reviews the offer. Not Guilty verdict returned in Leavenworth murder case. Winfield grants gas franchise to local investors with 60,000 for drilling and kickoff expected soon.

Fort Scott Judge McCleverry Wintrif Kas Ctty Council Winfield

Wellington After Artesian Water Discovery Near Slate Creek

Mayer Hunter today received a Washington report from a hydrographic jury confirming an underground water flow near Wellington Kansas. The report supports the theory that Slate Creek bed is the water source and that the supply disappears into the creek bed a short distance from the city, reinforcing local hopes for a reliable artesian source.

Wellington Kas Mayer Hunter Washington Wich

Corinex Plans To Improve Water Supply With New Wells

Corinex engineers outline steps to identify approximate locations for experiments and to seamber ae wells to provide an improved water supply. The plan focuses on establishing an auxiliary source to ensure steady delivery and resilience of the local distribution system.

Corinex

Tamblyn Mercantile Falls Into Involuntary Bankruptcy

In federal court at Kansas City a petition seeks involuntary bankruptcy for Tamblyn & Bin, stock exchange merchants, asserting insolvency and trust on their creditors. George Tamblyn and Robert Le Tamblyn are named, with listed claims totaling around 11 800 and 31 000. The failure traces to a cattle loan in Colorado and securities placed with Interstate National Bank, efforts to restructure failed, creditors await action.

Kansas City Bien Tamiblyn Tamblyn Sera Letras Llane Lave Stock Company Texas Cattle Taisers Tamblyn & bin Orm Colorado

Curtis on Statehood for Indian Territory and Oklahoma

Kansas Representative Curtis arrives in Washington for the Fifty-seventh session and backs uniting Indian Territory and Oklahoma as a single state. He cites vast mineral wealth and agricultural promise, opposes a split state plan, and supports canal projects, reciprocity treaties, and anti anarchy measures. He notes no tariff overhaul is planned.

Kansas Favora Oklahoma Indian Territory Washington Curtis H Street Mr. Curtis Pacific United States Great Britain McKinley Buffalo James G__Blaine Congress

Tax reduction viewed as possible war measure

A speaker argued for producing revenue through a war tax. He noted expected savings of 40 million dollars from the last session, but now estimates only 3 million saved. He urged consideration by the ways and means committee and declined to advocate immediate action.

Bankers to Meet in Kansas City Next Thursday

Members of group No. 1 of the Kansas Bankers Association will hold their annual meeting in Kansas City Kansas next Thursday with representatives from Nicholson, Brown, Miami, Nemaha, Osage, Wyandotte and other counties. The program, prepared by C. I. Brokaw and Myron A. Waterman, covers talks on banking today and future prospects, money orders, drafts, and methods used by burglars, with several speakers from Kansas and New York.

Kansas Bankers’ Ssociation Kansas City Kas Porton Ei Nichison Brown Oant- Deei Dickinwen Frankitt Johnson Judeon Jefferson Lenconworthe Marshgil Morris Miami Nemaha Osage Pottawatomir Riley Shaynes Wahatinses Wyandotte C. I. Brokaw Myron A. Waterman Critxer An Savings Bank Kasmonse G. W. MckKnight Wirer Watidanl Bank Jamuition City Hecent American Lankers Assecution Set Hopkins State Bankers’ Association Horton Kansas J. BR. Mulvane Tank of Topeka Thornton Cook Kansas Bankers’ Association Edwin Goodall Bankers’ Money Order Association New York City W. ©. Henrici Tater- State National Bank Kan Jseph KE. Callender Qccan Ecient and Guaranteed Corporation Chicago

Complaints on school land sale amid county bid concerns

The state attorney and Gra ham county report widespread complaints about the sale of school land to retirees. Allegations of collusion among appraisers and county officers spark concern as skepticism grows over set minimum prices. In western districts the issue fuels protests among stockmen and local residents. A separate fire at the Key stone Lumber yard in Ashland destroys over 4 million feet of lumber and the tug Keystone.

Cole Graham County Egtiremen Timet Tate Grahas Gudord Ashland Wile Keystone Lumber Company Keystone

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