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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1900

Page

2

Army of Health In Philippines Exposed By Stuart's Tablets

An old newspaper ad claims Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets protect health better than any military force. Testimonies from readers in California and Pennsylvania praise relief from indigestion and dizziness after meals. The ad asserts widespread use in the United States Canada and Great Britain and cites druggists selling the product.

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The Tugela River in Natal Landscape and Strife

The Tugela River, over twenty miles long, rises on Mont Aux Sources and flows to the coast, its majestic, zigzag course shaping Natal’s plains. The river’s beauty haunts British troops amid the current campaign as it splits the land with a dramatic six hundred foot rise to form a spectacular waterfall.

Jong Wat Natal Darger Lem Mont Aux Sources Clife Catona Mtart Finiah Campalen

Women and Politics in a Prairie Dialogue Fragment

Fragmentary 19th century dialogue discussing women voters and political courage. Abe and a woman debate whether women would make strong politicians while a tenant jokes about warmth and safety. The excerpt references household hardships and a medical remedy for throat and croup.

Second Eleven Scores Fifteen Points on Regulars

Harvard and Yale practice notes describe fatigued players, injuries, and adjustments as Harvard plans quarterbacks and backs for the upcoming game. Fincke and Wear show persistent issues while Heal and Daly progress toward return, with coaches weighing substitutions and potential starters.

Fitzsimmons Eyes May Fight as Jeffries Contemplates Sharkey Match

New York reports pugilist Jim Fitzsimmons visiting Al Smith at the Gitecy house, saying his theatrical venture occupies him and he plans no dates for Jeffries until possibly next May after returning from the road. He recalls defeats of Sharkey and Rubin and notes Jeffries is eager to box him.

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Ryan and Carter Set for Middleweight Title Bout

Tommy Ryan world middleweight champion and promising challenger Carter, the Bros Jon Rahter, have signed to fight six rounds in Brooklyn as the windup for the next show at Tutternalls. Carter, the younger, hinges on speed and a strong left blow to decide the bout. Ryan must counter Carter from the East. Carter is confident of victory.

Brooklyn Chicago Tommy Ryan Agi Carter Young Bros Jon Rahter Tim Bturptry Tutternalls

Chicago Horse Sale Opens Pattie Fall Safe at extel Theater

The Chicago Horse Sale company opened its Pattie fall sale at extel theater with bids on Onward and a list of horses including Onward, Gentine Belle, and Rhudiin’s Garand. Names like Murray Hows, Daniel Mahoney, J. D. Beckett appear with prices around 1,700 to 2,100 dollars.

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Tommy Ryan Explains How Fitzs Could Beat Jeffries

In Chicago on November 21, 1910, Tommy Ryan discusses how James J. Jeffries would fare against Bob Fitzsimmons. He argues Jeffries had a marked advantage, cites Corbett’s punch as decisive in a past bout, and reflects on Jeffries’ corner role and a near draw that could have altered the outcome.

Corbett Offers 20000 Purse For Jeffries Match In 1890s News

James J. Corbett discussing a promoter's plan to lure Jeffries with a 20000 purse for a twenty round bout east of the Mississippi. He notes a potential $15000 base plus $5000 added by Corbett to secure the match and the winner take all. Chicago reports on league extensions and boxing plans amid broader sports developments.

Corbett Jeffries New York James J. Corbett Esterner Jettring Misnesippi

Bad Blood and Complexion Remedies Advertised by Swift

An advertisement extols Swift’s Special to cure skin diseases caused by blood impurities. It claims acne and blemishes stem from toxins, touts vegetable purity, and promises free medical guidance with no charge, urging readers to request a book and sample treatment details from the Swift Specific Company in Atlanta, Georgia.

Mr. T. Shobe Cas St. Louis Sheeras S.S.S Swift Specific Company Atlanta, GA

High License Plan Urged Regulating Saloons In Leavenworth

Leavenworth pastor Rev. A M Atkin urged high license as the remedy for liquor evils, arguing prohibition fails. He cited Ward, Missouri, with a $2000 annual license that reduced saloons and improved morals, and claimed Leavenworth could curb vice by a similar scheme. He noted city revenue questions and doubted crusades to close saloons. He advocated regulating through a $2000 per year license instead of outright prohibition.

Leavenworth A. M. Atkin Episcopal Church Atkin Everal Times Mr Atkin Moe Manon Ward Leaverworth

Two Stolen Steers Near Belle Plaine Reported

Wrington and Thrall claim two head of cattle stolen from a Barber county ranch reappeared in a Belle Plaine pasture. A farmer paid Elven $20 to avoid arrest after being suspected in the theft. Cattlemen working through Barber county herds recovered one steer from Thrall and Elsea’s stolen lot.

Wrington New F.raven J. M. Thrall Belle Plaine Elven Thralin Barber County Belle Flaine Thralla & Eisea

Chickens Stolen by Trio Led to Arrest in Kansas

John Whitney of McPherson county, with a woman and Nealy, abducted Nealy's child and eloped with his wife. Authorities say the trio stole over 7,000 chickens since January, raiding McPherson, Sedgwick, Dickinson, Sumner, Harvey, and other counties before a quarrel led to Whitney's arrest on an April 4 warrant.

Wichita Kes John Whitney McPherson County Ehertts Sedgwick Dickinson Charles Wealy Whitney Nealy Partis McPherson Bedawick Sumner Harvey

Farmer Wounded in Strike at Stockade Firm

Eureka dispatch reports Luther Fountain, junior member of McIntire and Fountain proprietors of the Grand Avenue Horse and Mule company, Kansas City, was struck on the head with a pitchfork during a confrontation. The incident occurred after the firm purchased 232 head of horses and mules from Montana buyers, prompting injuries among four stockmen.

Greenwood County Eureka Luther Fountain McIntire

No. 2 Leaving Kansas To St Louis Solid Vestibuled Train

No 2 leaving Kansas at 9 50 am is a solid vestibuled train to St Louis with a smoking car coaches reclining chair car and pullman parlor car Seats Free Connections at St Louis union depot with eastern lines for New York and Atlantic coast points Foreclosure action for 4040 started yesterday in district court by Mr Fountain In the afternoon he with the sheriff went to The Street farm to replevin the horses Street and Fountain words led to a fight Street struck Fountain on the head with a pitchfork cutting the scalp Fountain was taken to Greenwood hotel physicians have not yet determined skull fracture Street not yet arrested but will be tomorrow morning.

Kansas St. Louis St. Louis Union Depot Eastern Lines New York Atlantic Coast Tish Fountain Bureke Greenwood Hotel Street

Winfield Grants Phone Franchise to Independent Capitalists

Winfield council grants a telephone franchise to B. F. Sadil for an Independent company formed with Independence, Missouri capitalists. Sadil must accept terms within thirty days, begin work within ninety days, and have the system operating within one year. Maximum rate terms were stated.

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Sapford to Rebuild After Fire Devastates District

The Burnt District will be rebuilt with houses and a large business block. An opera house is planned and part of the block allocated to occupants. Fire losses were about 60 000 with 20 000 insured. Morrison trial update from El Dorado reports plea in abatement and possible jury trial. Leavenworth officials abandon search for convicts at the state penitentiary.

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Ayer's Cherry Pectoral Said To Cure Asthma

Readers claim Ayer's Cherry Pectoral cures asthma and relieves the hard struggle for air. The letter lists dozens of cases praising the remedy as an effective treatment for asthma symptoms and related suffering.

Ayer

Mystery Death of Babe Found in Elk River

Independence November 21 A baby’s body was found fifteen feet above the water near Painterhood along the Elk River. Coroner Maddox convened a jury. verdict says death by a mothering. The infant, wrapped and strangled, likely carried by recent high water.

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Obituary and sports notes from the State Journal

An aged man identified as Kaa was struck Tuesday and died a few hours later after receiving injuries. The State Journal also notes free delivery for Iola Washington in November and previews a return game where Coach Lamb's team plans to meet the Tigers on Thanksgiving, with players reported in good condition.

Lawrence

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