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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1901
Page
2
Wellington delegates attend the thirty fourth Synod meeting with a large gathering as Lutheran officers are reelected. Delegates from multiple communities participate, reaffirming church leadership and ongoing parish activities.
The Rev. Mr. Zimmerman of Emporia visits Wellington at the English Lutheran synod gathering. He discusses traveling men and Mormons, noting a controversial remark later toned down. leaders reject several officers and the session plans sermons and services through Saturday with visitors from St. Mark's Lutheran in Emporia and Topeka.
An article links rising heart troubles to stress and poor digestion among Americans. It argues most heart cases are non organic and caused by weak stomachs, noting the heart’s nerves and stomach pressure from distention. It advocates regular digestion support with after meal digestive tablets like Studypesta.
An unnamed speaker denounces traveling men over actions at a sermon, claiming readiness to stand by his remarks. He notes two traveling men on the church board agreed with the sermon and asserts none of his congregation has withdrawn since Sunday. He emphasizes the travelers are not the plural-wives type.
Rev. F J Rice of Marysville Kansas is dismissed from his Baptist pastorate after congregants accuse him of lacking patriotism for not eulogizing President McKinley in a sermon. He defends himself saying he delivered a eulogy the following Sunday and prayed for Mrs McKinley and the president’s recovery. He blames factionalism and cites prior church tensions. He is away at a state convention in Kansas City when the controversy arose.
Sixteen youths in the Reformatory were placed on parole and will be sent home or chosen homes. Friends will help some provide for them while others wait for local employment. A recent legislature act provides a small daily allowance for inmate work, but no appropriation has yet been made. The inmate population stands at about 250. J. M. Freeman, a prominent farmer from Langenworth, died by his own action on October 18.
Martin Donovan of a farm near Tonsmoxie Kansas was found dead by hanging near his home after leaving Monday following trouble with his son. Coroner ruled death by self harm. He was 43 with a wife and six children. Other items include a jail escape attempt in Atchison county featuring James Murphy and Jim Hurke, a Great Bend auditorium bid, the sale of an African Methodist church to Scottish Rite Masons, news on Wellington water finds, a change in the Arkansas City Traveler ownership, Sheriff Brooks cleared in kidnapping charges, and a champion apple picker from Effingham.
Roland Molin, once held in Sing Sing, is back in his old cell at The Tombs in New York after spending 18 months in the death house. The resumed confinement marks a grim chapter in the defendant’s case.
New York dispatch says Kid McCoy and Charley Mitchell sailed Thursday for England. McCoy, fresh from Europe via Boston, has vanished again. Reports suggest Atlantic gambling and poker may lure the pugilist more than fighting as he pursues big schemes and interviews in Broadway circles.
New York reports a sensational claim that an American League team would locate in Manhattan. Senator Sullivan and Tammany figures deny any plans, noting no ground exists and calling the tale untrue. Frank Farrell and Considine also dismiss the story as speculation. Taxes on the proposed site would be substantial if real.
Lawrence men met on McCook field to decide whether to accept the athletic board’s censure or resign and disband. The conference showed wide frustration at the severity, yet the football schedule continued for a time while some players doubted the spirit. Enthusiasm faded as tensions lingered after the Washburn practice.
Emporia Kansas reports a much anticipated football showdown between the College of Emporia and State Normal. After efforts by both sides, a match game is set for Monday October 2 to decide the local championship, with the winner advancing to determine the next round subsequent.
New York golfer J Travis of Garden City, renowned amateur and two year US amateur champion, set a sweeping record at Westbrook Golf Club. He shot 160 over 33 holes in medal play and then posted 14 strokes for 33 holes in the two 18 hole match rounds, beating both amateur and professional marks. His feats, aided by a longer course length, surpass previous records and reflect his summer Scottish links exposure.
Kirksville Oct 18 Students packed Memorial Hall to hear Prof W D Dobson report on his trip to Lawrence Kansas where he faced the Kansas University athletic board. The meeting cheered as officials announced the outcome and backed Dobson’s testimony amid lingering questions.
The Osteopaths explained the visiting team’s treatment and corrected misstatements sent to Kansas. The trip aimed to address perceived injustice toward Kirksville and now a disposition arises to drop the matter. The board at Columbia ruled Craig’s eligibility unchallengeable on October 4.
President Brush of Cincinnati declares that National League deserters are barred for good. He denies Pittsburg reports that New York has permission to negotiate with Jimmy Williams and insists the league will honor a long standing ban on deserting players. He also rejects Boston’s request to discuss Jimmy Barrett, stating Barrett is permanently excluded from the National League.
Philadelphia October 1 Coach Woodruff introduces a new kick off for the varsity team. The horizontal ball placement with one end higher produces a semicircular drive. If it touches ground it returns toward Pennsylvania and enables the advancing ends to gain possession more easily. Baseball at Albuquerque October 16 Albuquerque’s National League team won an eleven inning game 9 to 6 over Kansas Blues. Hines fielding was superb and El Tato held until the ninth. Hits by Van Haltren Verhées and base running by Van Haltren produced two runs in the eleventh to break a tie. Miller made a remarkable catch. Score by innings El Paso 2 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 Albuquerque 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0.
The Haskell Indians leave Lawrence for Kirksville to face the American School of Osteopathy Saturday. Backfield strengths praised and optimism for a decisive win. Manager Peterson resigns. Superintendent Peaks acts as temporary manager.
Fragmentary text mentions football and teams but lacks clear facts. The garbled lines reference Columbia and Crimson line, with scattered phrases about performance and light. No coherent event, date, or outcome can be established from the readable content.
Washington reports the Department of Agriculture has completed plans for the annual seed distribution. About 97,900,000 seeds will be sent to seed dealers and schools, with cotton and forage crops prioritized. Distribution begins December 1 and will be routed through senators and representatives.
Dramatic Crawford hosts a runaway girl show tonight featuring Mr Arthur Dunn and the Flipper Chow troupe noted for spontaneous comedy and dancing. The Grand Rapids Evening Press praises Gus Sun Minstrels for high features and strong audience approval amid a varied program. Olive growers in California form a coalition to seek better olive prices, appointing a committee to organize statewide growers and lobby Congress.
Tickets go on sale October 14 to 18 for a Kansas City and Return $2.00 fare. The event is hosted by the Baptist Young Christian Union. Tickets are valid for travel to and from the destination within the stated period.
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