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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1900

Page

9

Jeffries Corbett bout offer sparks anticipated clash

A report from New York outlines champion Jim Jeffries's rejection of a $10,000 offer to fight ex champ James J. Corbett in Cincinnati next February. The piece notes Jeffries demanded a larger purse and finish fight terms, while discussing pressures and negotiations influencing the match.

Aw York Jim Jeffries Jie Corbett Cincinnat Jeffier Chicago Mr. Wilts Jeffries Titters Jetrion Brady Cortest Jay Stein

Whitney Buys Horses Shesterfield and Challenger

New York reports Strauss and Heater sold champion trotters Chesterfield and Challenger to William Whitney, a leading turfman. The sale affects a blue ribbon stable as Challenger, by Lobasco, defended high-class racing marks, while Chesterfield’s pedigree and race history are noted in brief.

Whitney Shesterfield Challenger New York Strauss & Heater Ave Chesterfield William & Whitney Chailenger Lobasco Tertor Hotae

Chinese boxer Ah Wing seeks New York challenge to Terry McGovern

Ah Wing the Chinwee boxer arrived in Minneapolis en route to New York aiming to meet Terry McGovern. The visit seems tied to a formal authority and he plans to press for a bout, reflecting interest in a high profile NYC match.

Ah Wing New York Terry McGovern Minneapolis Healy

Terry McUevara Faces Trouble in All-Eights Showdown

In a lively scene Terry McUevara weaves through a tense eight-person skirmish on stage. A witty turn and quick improvisation help him salvage the moment as Quevaier’s presence adds charm to the performance.

South Side Event Ends In Comedic Street Fracas

A chaotic Wednesday gathering on Terence Terry Street devolved into a farcical brawl as singer Terry clashed with Mrs McGovern and Miss Queenie Tenry. The incident concluded with Terry escorted away while Mrs McGovern fought free, despite no violent intent.

Toren Rey George Eller Queenle ‘Tenny McGovern Terry McGavern Hie Domnicii Nea Teaetae Atill

Bernstein-Yanger Hitch Sparks Possible Boxing Meet

Chicago, Nov. 24. Jark charty te tries to match Bernstein with Henny Yanger for a bout likely at 135 pounds. Bernstein claims he can weigh 132 or 133, while Yanger may enter at 126. The dispute centers on weight, with a potential $ ??? posted and a single agreed plan debated for a possible engagement.

Chicago Bernghein Henny Yanger Bernintein Yaneer Gielock Ana Willie Dover Inn Furfelt He Albini

Kansas Trims Expectation Ahead of Thanksgiving Game

Kansas faces Emporia State with gaps in the lineup as Tucker, Algis, Odie and Carter stay behind. The team shows stubborn mistakes near the goal line and protection issues, while plans to bolster the midfield and end positions rely on returning players Odle and others.

Lawrence Kum Kansas Emporia Tucker Algis Odie Carter Odle Tigers

Heel Datae investment firm fails amid assets and debts

Philadelphia reports an araten ment announcing the failure of Heel Datate investment company with assets listed near 3 000 and liabilities about 100. The collapse is blamed on a building with no secured money and the firm’s president J Ridgeway and stockholders facing settlement demands.

Fale Philadelphia Heel Datate Investment Company Dana J. Ridgeway A Nations

The Stimulus of Pure Blood Promised by Hood's Sarsaparilla

An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that prevents biliousness dyspepsia constipation kidney complaints rheumatism catarrh nervousness weakness faintness pimples and eruptions It features a testimonial from W P Kestos of Woodstock Alabama claiming restored energy after two bottles.

Hood's Sarsaparina Promises and Delivers Cure Claim

Advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparina as a guaranteed cure with a bold promise to patients. It urges readers to accept no substitute and to buy Hood's today.

Hood

Kansas plant shares profits with workers amid premium plan

In Tola Kansas the Lanyon Ethics company ran a profit sharing scheme for months. Premiums totaled about 1 000 in October and earlier months, paying workers a portion of metal value beyond normal wages. The system rewards careful, steady work and discipline, with notable loyalty and precision in ore handling.

Tola Kas Lanyon Ethics Company Éfecl Carcles Ous Beny Thres Langonain Muggeain

Restore Color to Your Gray Hair Vigor Ad

An ad-style claim promises hair color restoration to appear twenty years younger. It emphasizes reliability and long lasting results with bold statements, targeting readers seeking anti aging hair solutions.

Kansans vote counts and sudden death of rural carrier

A shaky Kansas county tally notes Brynn Ol leading with a majority and Sonteer for representative securing a majority. In Emporia on Nov 2, Bennett died suddenly after saying he felt unwell, collapsing in his boarding house. he was among new rural mail carriers.

Kansas Brynn Emporia, Was

Local Probate Contest Filed Over Township Votes

In Emporia an afternoon contest filing by Probate Judge Mason Superintendent Linn and Steve Henshaw through their attorneys targets J. T. Keene Maury McCreery and W. H. Snoddy of Emporia township. Returns show Mason down nine votes Linn by four and Henshaw by two in the township race.

Emporia Mason Linn Steve Henshaw Emporia Township J. T Keene Maury McCreery W. H. Snoddy Eqporia Township Henshaw Township Uustes

Widows, Gardener Allege Marrage Threats in Kansas

Charles Meng faced pressure from Miss Jesale Fisher over a planned marriage to Mrs H J Devaughan a Wichita widow Mont Hope citizen. Fisher allegedly urged Meng to marry her instead and hinted at legal action if refused. Meng ultimately agreed after assurances from County Attorney Amidon.

Charles Meng Kas Mengewan Hirom Mra H. J. Devaughan Wichita Mire Devaughnn Mount Hops Meng Mang Mins Jesale Praber John Allen County Fisher Anos Amidon

Far Prom Its Home Queer Sea Fowl Shot by a Hunter

Wichita Kan Nov 24 Yesterday a strange sea fowl was killed southwest of the city by hunters. The bird is the largest inland fowl ever seen in this region and cannot walk. It swims and dives as its sole means of movement. This is the only specimen reported in this area.

Wichita Kan Abe

Not Naturalized Before Election, Ellis County Case

A summary notes a voter in Ellis County who was not naturalized by election day November 6 24. A clerk records the date his father became a citizen and the son failed to obtain naturalization papers before November 13 18M. The election is challenged and ballots cast for him are questioned as his father was not a citizen on election day.

Ellis County Tits Voustry Tian Yapers Rhul Panera Eithough

Elmdale Man Completes Long Wheel Journey

A report from Timville dated November 2 details an Elmdale resident making a lengthy wheel trek from the Tallwas River toward Coltanwood, with plans to return via three routes and a river crossing. The piece notes charter acts and mentions Mar Way path aims for smoother practice.

Elmdale Timvle Coltanwood Suton Walter

Democratic Banner Shows 1923 County Vote Tilt

Report notes Elite County results with candidate Bryan securing a 601 vote majority while the Democratic banner reflects the county’s political outcome. The brief cites secretary of the majority and references a table of results though text is garbled.

Bryan Majori

Pensions for Kansans and a Wichita Plant Contract

Washington reports pensions for Kansans including Margaret Suter of Pittsburg and Elizabeth Lockwood of Fort Dewige, each listed as three dollars. A postal note issue dated Nov. 3 involves a misdated or mispaid amount and a transfer to John Ranier. In Wichita, Cudahy Packing appoints Fred W. Wolf of Chicago to install a $10,000 refrigerating plant at the Wichita packing house.

Washington Margaret Suter Pittsburg Elizabeth Lockwood Fort Dewige City Tarely Wate Mae John Ranier Ae Adeter Wichita Kas Willem Brown Cudahy Packing Company Fred W. Wolf Chicago

Nashville Students Promote Aunt Hannahs Wooing

Jomph Cox travels to Topeka as Nashville Students announce two nights of Aunt Hannahs Wooing at the Grand Opera House. The musical comedy in two acts features Brown and William Owens as leading fun makers with songs dances and a buck dancing finale.

Jomph Cox Topeka Nashville Grand Opera House Aunt Hannah Brown William Owens

Nervous Prostration and Strength Through Stomach Health

A 1910 style health ad promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as a remedy for nervous prostration. It asserts strength comes from the stomach and that improved digestion aids overall restoration. The ad invites readers to obtain a Time subscription and mentions Societ Bowen and New Fort.

Scott

Trade The Country Over From New York to Nov 24

R G Dun weekly review notes improved demand for manufactured goods and steadier prices with no inflationary surge since last year. Wool, hides, and cotton markets show mixed signals amid mild weather and stock movements. exports and production face caution while rail and textile sectors adjust. Bank clearings dip but price level rises persist across iron, steel, cereals, and some textiles.

New York R G. Dun & Co Goscerns Custern Chicago Prines Radsiest United States

Hull Plans Army Economy Move and Rapid Philippine Reforms

Washington reports Chairman Hull aims for an economy driven army bill with quick action. He expects a quorum next Tuesday to draft legislation replacing the current law, with the Philippines troops to be returned home and replacements loaded onto transports. The president will present recommendations, seeking robust authority if needed to size the army for national needs.

Washington Hull House Committee On Military Affaire Philippines War Department Congress IBM Philippiner Sr Bull India Morsover Mr. Hull

Pennsylvanian cab service praised for traveler convenience

The articles extoll Pennsylvania Railroad and its cab service as a trusted, affordable option for travelers arriving in Philadelphia New York and Washington. Competent drivers connect passengers to hotels, offering safer, reliable transport over other methods and emphasizing consistent service for first-time and returning riders.

Edator Davenport Tows Daily Democrat Pennsylvania Syste Pennsylvenia Railroad Penneylvania Philadelphia Washington New York

Guaranteed cure claim for piles promotes refund policy

Advertises Pano Pile Ointment promising cure for pile symptoms including protruding and bleeding types with a no cure no pay guarantee. Claims six to fourteen day timelines, instant itch relief, and mail order availability through unnamed manufacturers of tonics and tonics brands.

Joe Ta Domingo Stampa Menutie

Mysterious Cigar Offer Noted in Colorado Flyer

A clipped Colorado page notes a peculiar listing from Mrs. Chas. Hutton of Berville Michigan offering a hand made cigar and a crawler item. The text is garbled but suggests a local exchange or advertisement.

Chas. Hutton Bervilie

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