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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1902
Page
9
A fragmented 19th century plea promotes Dr Shoop's Restorative with promises of cure for many ailments including baldness and nerve weakness. The letter offers six bottles at five dollars and fifty cents, with payment by the writer if it fails, and urges readers to request the accompanying book by Stevi Talacing.
The report recounts Abilene residents’ searing experiences in the Guatemalan volcano region. They describe days of no sunshine, sand rain, air tremors, and widespread destruction across plantations, with extensive loss to coffee crops and livelihoods. The narrative notes long, exhausting nights and a dawn of difficult recovery, detailing personal hardship and economic impact.
Dr Hans Horn of Germany, famed entomologist, visits Kaneas McPhersy and travels from Berlin to South America and Asia gathering botanical and entomological material. He plans stops in Valparaiso and Prunson, with further travel through Japan, China, San Francisco, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Wheeling, Philadelphia, New York and more, ending in California.
The text notes Dr. Horn acquiring a perfect rare specimen for $6 and another odd specimen from Mr Rivera for $50. It mentions Mr Rivers Berlin mare and the 15 species and varieties in a target collection in the state. Dr. Horn then visits Likwares to inspect Dr Snow's complex collection.
Lawrence November 22 The Kansas Association of Charities and Correction and the Kansas Society for the Recovery held their third session with a university concert. Officers for next year were elected: President H G Snyder of Oxkaloosa, Vice President Rev W A Freden of Kansas City, and Rev F _____. Prominent speakers included I M Perking, Senator Householder, H J Allen, Senator Ward, and G W Kanavale. Major W M McClaughry of Fort Leavenworth addressed the gathering on indeterminate sentencing and prison reform.
Mrs Eve Bradford, secretary of the state Rebekah assembly for nine years, enters the race for postmaster of the next Kansas House of Representatives. She claims strong state endorsements from party leaders and Rep N Peck of Cloud county backs her, citing her experience with the Woman's Relief Corps and as former state Rebekah treasurer.
May 22 report from El Dorado describes the murder case against Clarence Wise. Witnesses recount a picnic at Danh'n Mill and a confrontation on the road after wine influenced behavior. Dunn died of a gunshot wound. Wise faces a jury trial with 45 witnesses listed.
President Nichols of Manhattan College presents a biennial report noting attendance rose to about forty percent and faculty growth risks overcapacity. He warns one third of teachers may exceed thirty members, yet departmental funding has fallen by over 200 dollars in three years, despite more staff.
A telegram from Salina Kansas reports P H Anderson donating twenty five thousand dollars to McPherson College for the Swedish University project. The funds will aid building at the city site and accelerate the foundation toward completion at once. Mystic Shrine to Meet in Arkansas City Kansas on December 10 draws visitors from across the state for a major lodge event with a large banquet and numerous initiations. Marshal Under Arrest in Winfield Kansas charged with assault and battery after a Frenchman dispute over brick hauling at his premises.
Chicago reporters note 786,355 dollars and a daily average of 4,161 across seven Chicago tracks ending at Lakeside. About 1,400 horses, 2,500 trainers supported a season with precise track-by-track sums, including Washington Park Hawthorne Harlem Worth and Lake, plus owners' handicap results and remarks from Nathanson.
Donny Mater, aboard Colne in New York, holds the highest average among American jockeys. He notes physical limits and mounting opportunities would have raised his mark, while praising English racing men as important, despite some complaints about turf methods.
An advertisement claims the Physicians' Institute of Chicago can send a free electric belt and test the device at no cost. It touts cures for rheumatism, kidney issues, and other ailments, referencing “100 guago” belts and promises nationwide appeal. The wording, heavy with outdated medical jargon, extols electricity as a universal remedy and urges readers to provide name and address for the offer.
New York November 22 The management of Kid McCoy says Jas Jeffries has agreed to a fight and McCoy will accept, offering split of winnings and a $5,000 forfeit if Jeffries names a referee. McCoy demands four months to prepare and insists Jeffries can choose the referee. Jeffries replies the Kid is a fighter not in show business.
Pink Coat the 1898 American Derby winner is broken down and will be shipped to Woodford Huckner farm near Paris, Kentucky, to enter stud. The 9 year old by Leonatus out of Alice Brand raced 12 times this year, winning one $500 prize at Harlem, with a mixed record across Harlem Worth and Latonia tracks.
Nov 22 reports mark the end of Firenzi known as queen of the turf. Once a star mare at Rancho del Paso Stud she failed to sire champions and faded from prominence. The obituary notes her speed and popularity while contrasting her racing era with later attempts to recapture her glory.
Fragmentary report shows discussion of a mysterious remedy for the common cold and vague notes on acceptance of agreements due in two weeks. The piece references Han Johnson and Somers returning to the city to publicize their work, with activities tied to Manhattan and the Bronx and a disputed Lenox avenue site owned by the Pinckney estate.
Parsons delegates and local workers met as J W Engie from Abilene, secretary of the State Sunday School association, outlined plans for the state convention to be held May 10 to 18 next year. A Ungood was named chairman of the renewal committee coordinating church superintendents and Sunday school leaders. Sub committees will meet to assign duties.
Nov 22 report from El Dorado on the second trial of Jomen Hamilton a neuro for the murder of his employer Geary Webb of the Missouri Pacific trestle strip. The case follows a prior trial and centers on allegations of fatal action connected to the workplace incident.
An advertisement hawks a new pile cure promising immediate relief with a single application and a positive money back guarantee. It touts Burdock remedies and Beech tablets as testimonials, claiming dramatic results and a household miracle cured by a tonic, urging purchase despite vague details.
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