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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1900

Page

9

Corbett Leaves Ring Forever in Public Farewell

Sporting news notes mixed reactions as Jim Corbett declares he will retire from boxing after six weeks. Rumors of potential matches with McCoy, Jeffries, Sharkey, and others spark debate about his return and the public reaction to another era ending in boxing history.

Corbett New York Tius Rubin Uffer Tomy Pattersall T Aight McCoy Hadise Uso McCoy Bily Mader Hubtin AirCity Ellen Bisbie Jim Jeffrica Fitasimimons Sharkey Muner Choyashi Jim Corbett Anc Peere Carl Lwin Hetty

Robinson Summoned Involving Charges At Washington Park

Ostcher must disprove Gaffacy s charges or pay a $900 fine or face suspension. The dispute centers on a September 1 game at Washington Park with St Louis and references to umpire peers and other league figures. The piece also mentions Jim Corbett remarks and ongoing concerns about conduct and future association events.

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Hutchinson Braces for Next Week's Horse Races

Hutchinson prepares for a forthcoming event as many fast horses are slated to compete next week. Prominent owners and horses with prior records from 2014 are mentioned, including Bert Wilcox, with expectations of strong entries and lively wagering.

Hutchiners Hutchinaan Mudrdien Bert Wilcox

Elkes Shatters Brockton Cycle Record in High Ride

In Brockton October 6 Jarry Elkes set a new cycling record at the Brockton fair riding over 1 045 yards beating prior marks. The event featured Artur He covere and Chase Breteotinsn as rivals. The race showcased Elkes’s speed and precision with the ordinary paytonier mind shields in use.

Elkes Brockton Muse Jarry Elkes Artur Jem Huss Tie Paris Nets Etkes

Vertigo Attack Knocks Out Prize Fighter in Philadelphia

Philadelphia last night witnessed a violent bout of vertigo that knocked out prize fighter Steve Flenneman in a critical state. Hospital reports confirm the injury followed by rapid medical attention as manager Lotteluoey and trainer Jimmie Devine coordinate phase of care.

Philadalphia Philadelphia Steve Flennean Tanta Flannagams Lotteluoey Jimmie Devine

TROTTERS SELL FOR LOW PRICES AT AUCTION

Fragments from a sale show thirty five trotters listed with prices around four dollars each. An owner paid a large stake of 1 000 for a horse named Wilkes Bay mare and donated the winnings to city charitable institutions including two orphanages and a hospital.

Seid Lexington Ward Shamil Trotthe Benyon Walnut Hall Wilkes Bay Thomas W. Laweco Boston Wilson Matey Tale Iba

Nice Bunch McGovern Feats $50,000 Challenge

In New York Terry McGovern claims he can write a $50,000 check, declaring himself the wealthier fighter. A crowd debated who earns more as McGovern stakes his claim and taunts others in a display tied to a local gun club fundraising effort.

Terry McGovern New York Sam Hattis Terry Magovenh McGovern Ami McGovern

Local eleven to open season with University team visit

Kansan City reports the University Medical college eleven will debut against the strongest university squad, aiming to boost the home crowd with the fast paced play. Also notes track and horse racing highlights from Canton Lexington and Chicago, with records broken by Sid Scott, Nicol, Charley Herr, and John A. McKerron, and a Boston New York baseball recap.

Kansan City University Medical College Crurik Eridicon Unikaf Furnigen Strongstawe University Nord Canton AL Bminuren Sid Scott Nicol C A McMahon Candeld

He Laughs Best Who Laughs Last

A buoyant blurb extols hearty health through Hood's Sarsaparilla. It suggests only one in ten has pure blood and urges purification to stay well, implying sustained laughter and vigor as outcomes of the remedy.

Hood Ayer JJ. C. Ayer Company Chemis Lowell Mam Wetmore

Colwell Arrested in Chicago in Mexico Robbery Case

W L Colwell of Arkansas City was arrested in Chicago on a Mexico robbery charge. He and his wife visited Arkansas City recently, owned two valuable dogs, and allegedly aided in stealing 40000 dollars in stocks and bonds, plus 3200 cash, from the General Electric safe in Mexico City.

Arkansas City Oct W. EL. Colwell Chicago Mexley Colwell Cutwell Chienac City Mexico General Electric Company Frank Carmody St. Loui Republic Carmody Amandon North Dakota St. Louis General Electric Empany City of Mexica Col- Well Elven Alee Kansas Tert New York Iamteail

Jockey McCue Dominates Brooklyn and Durbar Wins

The season features Jockey McCue achieving top form with victories at Brooklyn Handicap and Durbar in the same year. Breeder C. J. Hamlin tops lists with multiple record stuttens led by The Abbott, Monk, Derby, and Battleton. Cosman pulls off a notable 2:00 win at Indianspolle while Bourbon Whites, aged 12, holds a long-standing 2:08% record.

Gayton Diheid Ana Conde Tanforan Park McCue Brooklyn Kinley C. J. Hamlin

Effects of Coal Strike on East Business Delay

The weekly trade review notes the coal settlement is delayed another week, with the east showing more business impact while the west and south remain steadier. Weather could aid, prices mostly steady with pockets of decline, workers delaying production until after elections, and shipments and stocks adjusting amid varied demand.

New York K. G. Dun & Co Seetys Ho North Atlantic Sterling Exchange London Th Bank of England Europe Met Haif Tas Italy Theca Atlantic Chicago United States Canada

Investigation Called Over Bridge Plan Charges

Independence October 6 commissioner N F P Veeder seeks inquiry into charges by County Clerk Coates Juhes alleging Veeder conspired with Agent Webb of Kansas City Bridge Co to substitute new plans for old in the clerk’s office. The dispute pits Republican Wester against Populist James in a petty county feud.

Independence N. F P. Veeder Jnihes Webb Kansas City Bridge Company James Wester Tames

McPhersons Schools Show Enrollment Gain This Year

The county superintendent reports McPherson county schools show total student count 7,743 with June enrollment 5,804 and average daily attendance 4,196. The 10 teachers employed received $26,00100 total with overtime averages of $42.95 monthly for men and $34.55 for women.

Spelter Works Ordered Shut Down by Pittsburg Official

Pittsburg Pianta told to close Saturday night as officials end operations. OC Cockerell leads the Cherokee Lan ia cleanup with 13 defend.

Spelter Works Pittsburg Pianta

Wamego Tourney Draws Thousands in Town Events

Wamego Kansas hosted the state firemen's tournament drawing about five thousand visitors. The event crowned officers led by President Charles Marek of Peabody, Secretary Walter Packey of Jay Center, and Treasurer W. Collins of Solomon. Racing prizes were awarded with champions named Mazys.

Marysville Manothin Anaru Charles Marek Peabody Walter Packey Af Jay Center W. Collins Sulomon Champlon Cose Mazys

Firemen’s speed race results across towns

Firemen’s speed race reports include times for Junction City Marraville Clay Center and Ville Ume with seconds listed. Notable results show 24 5 second marks and 28 second times amid scattered legible figures and phrases.

Cherryvale Enjoined Over Municipal Water Plant Fight

In independence Kansas an injunction was filed in probate court to stop Cherryvale from creating a municipal water works system. The Cherryvale Water Company, long the supplier, seeks to block the city’s plans to obtain river water after a drought and franchise concerns. The case, sparked by a recent special election, will be heard today.

Kus Cherryvale Lake Fear Town

Political meetings shape warm campaign in Kansas state

Overmyer and Phillips discussed imperial issues from a constitutional view at a squurt hove in the place Friday afternoon, while Democrat candidate Tully Scott drew a well received crowd in the evening. Grizz causes death by own action as James Jackson, a farmer near Bolton, Kans, ends his life after wife’s death two weeks prior. a prior watchman prevented earlier attempt.

Phillipspare Nas David Overmeyer Squurt Tully Scott Congress Griez Kas James Jackson Bolton Here Jackson

Hazard of work hides deeper dangers in daily life

A fragment argues that work risks distract from broader perils facing workers and the public. It notes that many people ascend danger daily without falls and warns that the true hazard lies in deteriorating nerves and digestion rather than job specifics. The text shifts to general fears about health and resilience among workers and passersby.

Side of loaded car struck by pole at Wild West show

A worker on a heavily loaded car near the Wild West show was struck on the head by a pole. He remained unconscious with little hope of recovery. The passage describes committee reports on costs and removal expenses, and mentions local settlers and a past event involving teachers and pupils.

Mother Seeks Her Lost Boy in Kansas City

Mrs Bari Moss of Sengeu Kansas anxious to learn the whereabouts of her son seen last July at a railway station near Ba Mee Kun. The boy described as pale, with heavy feet, and a limp, was last observed boarding a train heading toward Higher. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact local police.

Bari Moss Sengeu Kan Pee Pes Meee Eutier Rade

Fragmentary OCR News Item on Charges Against J G Johnson

A damaged line of text reports charges against J G Johnson and mentions an officer of a political organization. It references a committee and a person named Kirke and notes a division of the Fire Valley railroad and a statement by Keith of the Hualeten. The fragment is unclear and incomplete.

Steno Sue Oho Anthr Keith Divizion Feae

Gold Democrat Executive Committee Urges Defeat

A compressed report notes the Gold Democrat Executive Committee urges defeat of an unnamed rival, signaling intra party tension and calls for a strategic move in the political scene. The piece highlights the party’s stance and implied clash with another faction.

Gold Democrat Imengeraiic Party

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