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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1897
Page
8
In the second Temple Cup game Baltimore edged the Waabbura led by manager Leland, despite fierce hitting from both sides. Curve balls and hard shots defined the tense match, with crowd enthusiasm high as the home team pressed for a win but fell short in the final innings. The umpiring and pace kept fans engaged as the teams traded blows throughout.
Chancellor Snow denies claims that Kansas University football coach Writer Woodruff offered college admissions or preferential treatment to Mitchell County students in exchange for playing for the team. A letter from a prospective player details attempts to join as a full back, alleging inducements and a request for a trial, while manager Leland counters with cautions about impropriety.
The decision by referee George Green on Monday night leaves Dixon listed as the featherweight world champion. Smith was not knocked out in the 20 rounds and Dixon remained champ as the bout ended on points, with Smith unable to claim the title without a clear knockout or surrender by Dixon.
Edward Hanton of Hartimore reportedly received a historic offer as Pittsburg owners sought his services for 12000 dollars annually with a quarter interest in the club. Other teams including Philadelphia and Baltimore considered him, but no deal was struck. Star Pointer and Patchen raced at Williams Mile Track drawing 7000 spectators and producing a fast mile despite wind.
Washington reports Attorney General McKenna held talks with executives regarding the pending Union Pacific property sale. A foreign bid and a competing syndicate were noted, with the government receiving inquiries from abroad. Officials indicated the property would be sold to the highest bidder under foreclosure, with guarantees that a minimum $45 million bid could be secured if the government joined the forcible sale. A deposit of $5,000,000 followed, with November 1 set for the public sale.
Olinots Farmer Danville rescues his land by reopening a six inch artesian well that had been sealed during a peat bog inundation. Water erupted to sixty feet high with a stream of about six pounds per second, flooding the area and attracting hundreds of onlookers within two days.
A chaotic rush occurs as 300 travelers rush to declare baggage aboard the Toursine. Frustration grows over custom officers and limited declarations while reports cite delays and angry passengers. An advertisement quotes Dr Grisham praising Chamberlain’s Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for chronic illness and a hair product claim is also noted.
Lincoln Nebraska federal judge Manger grants a temporary injunction in the South Omak Stock Yards company versus the state of Nebraska. He overturns Foster in Topeka on similar grounds, halting fee charges for cattle casing amid claims the stockyards are a private corporation and not public. An injunction remains pending a further hearing with $25,000 bond.
Mrs J S Morse and Mrs J D Morse clash over a sewing machine and possessions in a lengthy family dispute. The case centers on ownership of the machine and furnishings of the family firm and ends with a court ruling in favor of Mrs J D Morse.
Ottawa reports Casselman village southeast of Otterxaa on the Canadian Pacific railway is said to be destroyed by fire. Fire surrounds the area and access is cut off. Telegraph and telephone communication are down. Trains on the Canadian Pacific are canceled. Fire brigade requests failed to halt the blaze. Reports indicate the entire village may be destroyed with nearby settlements buried in the blaze.
Polish actress Helena Modjeska and Count Biaenta reside quietly at the Victoria hotel in Chicago. She curates her health after two past failures and plans a 12 week Midwest tour. Rehearsals use the Grand stage for two weeks before Kansas City, then return to Chicago for a brief run. She will perform Adrienne Lecouvreur, Hamlet, Magda, Marie Stuart, and Camille across the festival weeks.
Special Madrid dispatch says Senor Castellanes, retiring colonies minister, left the Bank of Spain after attempting to Tarnish 50,000,000 pesetas for Cuban campaign finance. The bank declined the advances, and its governor invited the committee to resign.
Unclear report describes gas strikes at Cherryvala area with deep drill results. Mentioned are high pressures at 600 feet, novelty of the depth, and early success at new brick yards. References to druggists and local pharmacies appear in fragmented OCR text.
Bert Overton visits a well known restaurant where a new waitress demands 40 cents for a meal. After bartering and a tense scene at the counter, the proprietor intervenes and Overton is still served by a different waiter. The episode ends with Overton continuing to eat at the same counter one week later.
In Cripple Creek Colorado on October 6 a feud between Florence and Cripple Creek and the Midland Terminal led to a collision between contracting crews. Superintendent Rideeway and Chief Engineer Stuart of the Florence line clashed with Superintendent Waters of the Midland Terminal causing a derailment and gunfire. police arrested Stuart, Rideeway remained detained, and an injunction prevented further violence. more trouble is expected.
Oct. fourth annual Old Folks Party hosted by Dr Charles Hic drew about 78 guests at his residence. The event featured era props and costumes from colonial times with attendees including Mrs. Wi. McKinsey and Sarah Breanwalt among others showing portraits and relics from distant families.
A million dollars in gold sent from Australia via San Francisco reaches the city. A 1000000 dollar portion is believed to be registered mail. A private banker received £40000 in receipt of funds. Officials declined to transfer the gold by express rates and opted for registered mail due to high express charges and insurance concerns.
Tam prepared to take free class photographs of seats, parades, decorations, interior and exterior scenes. John B. Styck, View Photographer, St. Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kan. F A Peak, dentist, over Crosby's store.
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