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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1899

Page

2

American Intervention Prevents Bombardment Of La Guayra

Officers of the steamship Philadelphia report events around La Guayra during the South American revolt. Rebels held the fort near Porto Cabello while government troops threatened to fire on the town. A Dutch envoy and President Andrade discussed terms as ships departed Port Went with coffee cargoes and prop erty concerns.

la Guayra Venesusia York Philadelphia Port Gabelia Laguayra Porto Cubelly Croteer Dewar Thenn Philadel- Te Onier Detroit Andrade Carscas Barto Gunetin Castro Porto Cabello Vene Sucia M. B. Crockett Sara

Is It A Bluff

Leavenworth dispatch cites the State Journal editor debating the Klondike closing scheme. It accuses officials of schemes, extortion, and favoritism while urging accountability. The piece condemns deceptive practices and calls for scrutiny of county officers and election influence.

Rich tin deposits reported near Deadwood mining area

Deed records indicate Bear Gulch district miners claim rich tin veins from two to eighteen feet thick with ore values up to Mi percent tin. Market price runs about ens per pound, though few buyers exist in the United States. District lies twenty miles from Deadwood, with widespread activity and high hopes for profitable yields.

Andrew Nea Deadwood Boar Mich Jadom Lave United States Bear Gulch

Tin mining examination and wartime ore output noted

An extracted report discusses tin ore samples and refinery conditions, noting ore bodies, supply plans, and wartime work. It mentions ore shipments to New Fire, extrapolates on production duration, and records local miners earning about $108 in dust sales with average yields.

Seay Raas Robert

Long Horns Are Passing In West Texas Cattle Growth

Austin reports a notable rise in West and South Texas cattle activity over the past year. State comptroller tax rolls indicate expanding stocker and feeder herds, with increases in breeding and market readiness across many counties. The livestock industry shows regionally varied gains in head numbers and value, reflecting broader national demand.

Austin Texas Ountain Sori Chotria Kentucky

Dramatic events loom at Crawford theater this week

After years away Hoyts A Temas Steer returns to Crawford theater Friday night with fresh staging of Two Merry, Tra. The program features a mix of spontaneous humor and satirical artistry, with Myrlen McCarthy among the cast and a brand new Irish spoof “Dene Hentia of Traine” premiering later. Ticket prices start at 50 cents, with advance notices for Monday and Tuesday shows.

Hoyts Temas Crawford Theater Yanition Eo Sanal Jost Anasiotte Myrlen McCarthy Trish Coe i. Tihs

Voyage of a Bottle from Lake Huron to Ontario

On Aug. 13, 183, John France and A. R. Bell of Decatur with two spouses tossed a corked bottle containing a note into Lake Huron near the Straits of Mackinaw. Decades later, France learned a bottle with a sealed note drifted via Lake Huron, Lake Erie, Niagara, the Niagara River, and into Ontario, carried by currents.

Wabash Ind John France A. R. Bell Decatur Lake Huron Straits of Mackinaw France H. Columbus Deweyvilles New York Kaumake Lake Erie Niagara Ontario Lawrence Nea

K U Will Meet Drake Despite Unbeaten Records

Lawrence Oct 19. Drake University to visit Kansas University next Saturday in a highly anticipated game. Both teams carry unbroken season records after three straight victories. Drake, led by coach Fort and Nasemith, fields a powerful line and swift backs, while Kansas lines up a balanced squad with Avery captaining the offense.

Bill Lange Retires From Chicago Club After Dinner Farewell

Chicago Oct 1 k The Corned Reet and cuit gave a farewell dinner to Big Bill Lange Monday at Maneier s and at the conclusion the members of the club kicked Lange out into the attest to show their esteem for deserting the Chicago baseball team and leaving the Joye of the Corned Beet and club to marry Charles Hermann fed the kicking and in A C Anson presided Lange, seven years with the club, will leave tonight for San Francisco to retire from baseball. He plans to marry Grace Geiselman in the spring and enter real estate and insurance with his father in law. Last night gifts and stories honored Lange with a banner and a flowered table bearing the motto Willie we will miss you. The event included tales of his Chicago days and a final toast to the popular fielder.

Chicago Cuit Bill Lange Chicago Baseball Club San Francisco Grace Geiselman Pieneiers Lange Willie Anson Ageas Tipine Hermann Lange Ana Wigora

Dugan Ruled Off Turf After Fockey Hit on Nutter

Chicago officials report J J Dugan was ruled off the turf by judges Rees and Kuhl after Fockey knocked Harry Nutter into an extreme penalty. The incident occurred as officials reviewed the ride and safety concerns at the Haw arena.

Fockey Harry Nutter Chicago J J. Dugan Beet Rees and Kuhl

Jockey J Dugan Suspended Over Harry Nutter Ride

The judges found Jockey J Dugan guilty of a serious offense in the Harry Nutter race on October 4. Trainer C Blum was suspended with Dugan. Stam exonerated. Dugan’s actions included a strong pull and pocketing throughout the backstretch and stretch, finishing five lengths behind the winner.

Croesus Stam Dugai Ferl Ha Marits

Yale Quarterback Out With Injury Ahead of Dartmouth Game

New Haven Oct. 19 Yale quarterback and captain Tolin Ts. Pe Saulles is sidelined by a knee injury. Several Yale players, including Wallace and Thorne, return to practice as they prepare for the Dartmouth contest. The team hopes key cripples recover in time for the big game.

Ysle New Haven Conn Tolin Ts Pe Saulles Cuter Uleder Fis ie _ snc Talon ‘Wallace Kia Atlas Hine Yana Marrs Beechere Campian Yate Kid" Wallace Yule Bea Itowake Rma Tiliman Thorne Big Bull Joy Utter Ana Fwabre Doe Fresiman Dupree Yale Gordon Dineten Sehweps Dartmouth

Texas Coursing Meeting Closes After Week of Fast Races

Daftar, Texas reports a two day set of coursing results with multiple named contestants and winners such as Allés, Lillie Van teat Cite, Mountain Lineat Manitorg, Vin Imptes, Dupont, and Tonekaws. The meet will resume Friday, continuing through Saturday and Sunday before closing.

Daftar Texas Wie Tent Tidepenience Lottie van Honkawa Silver Wings Lind Steeitrt King Harderer Winging Beerewer Independence

Speedway Races Attract Interest From Local Entrants

The Tucks organize speedway races Friday afternoon with starts at 3. Public admission is free. Four races are planned two trade and two pacers. Nine trotters are entered by RE Codry RE W Benedict Dr F Ho Marin and FH Foster. C H Samson Mr Lindsors and Gay Co Adams also enter pacers. Owners must drive their own horses in a four wheel vehicle. Entries close today at 6 pm with Sampson receiving them. Prize details will be announced in daily papers before the event.

RE. Codry RE. W. Benedict F. Ho Martin FH. Foster C. H. Samson Mr. &. Lindsors Gay Co Adams Sameon

Hickey aims to form Midland baseball league

J. Hickey of St. Joseph ex president of the Western Baseball Association moves to organize a Midland league for next year. He has met with success and may secure organization within weeks. Proposed member cities include Denver Lincoln Omaha Des Moines Sioux City St. Joseph Peoria and Topeka.

St. Josepn. Mo J. Hickey St. Joseph Western Baseball Insoctation Denver Lincoln Omake Des Moines Sioux City Peoria Topeka

Quaker Ends Are Were Graduate Coaches to Be Sent

The Pennsylvanta football squad at Franklin Field prepares for daily practice amid rising concern over end play. Coaches from graduate ranks will assist Woodruff after an uneven season. former captain Gulland praised the Harvard ends after West Point Harvard game, noting tactical changes likely.

Philadelphia Pennasivanta Franklin Field Carliste Indiane Woodruff Gulland West Point Harvard

Newark Race Winner Triumphs Despite Heavy Rains

In Newark yesterday the race concluded after heavy rain. The favorite Mace, paying even money, won the event though grounded by an earlier setback in heat one. Bowen and Salers featured in a notable trotting segment amid a crowded public crowd.

Newark Salers Bowen

Ottawa Washburn Game Forecast Promises Close Matchup

The article previews a tight Ottawa versus Washburn basketball clash, noting both teams are evenly matched and Washburn’s hard practice could boost the home squad. It mentions players and prior form, with expectation of a competitive showdown next Saturday.

Samex Hugues Ottawa Washburn Ottawe-Washburn Wit Wishburn

Wisconsin Coach Seeks Victory in Eastern Trip

Wisconsin coach Phil King declares the team will go east to win and strives to avoid boasting while promising readiness. He notes the eleven are prepared to do or die, cites a possibly patched defense, and expects Yale to field a strong, potentially superior line with O Dea set to outkick at Yale.

Wisconsin Phil King Wisconsin University Yate Deas Yale O'Dea

Harvard Tries Bucking as Dibblee Urges Better Team Form

Cambridge Oct 19 Harvard football training table shows 27 players at work under Coach Dibblee and Captain Burden with renewed hard practice to lift line back play. Also reports on Princeton Golf Association championship won by Charles H. Stuart of Logansport, plus Morris Park racing woes and track results at Oakland and Latonia.

Cambridge Mess Harvard Vstal Dibblee Burden Princeton Princeton University Golf Association M Taylor Pine Stockten Inks Charles H. Stuart Logansport Ind W. Dahleren Stuart Oshigren Dahlgren Kellogg Griswold

Thoroughbred Race Recap from Chicago Meeting

Weather clear as six races unfolded with bettors naming favorites and outcomes. Winners included Dow and Brownie Anderson with close finishes and times around the one mile mark, while other trips saw seconds and thirds amid a busy program at the track.

Gossip of the pugilists rings in Eastern matches

Mysterious Billy Smith and Charley McKeever face a twenty five round bout for Lenox club in New York this November. Joe Choynski teams with Tom Carey for a fifteen round match in Louisville purse affair. Andie Lenny challenged by Little Chocolate Dixon in New York on November 15. Other notes cover Trant vs Barns, Harris vs Dougherty, Sullivan vs Gans in December, and Washburn Ottawa and St Marys football developments plus Missouri Tigers claim and Topeka game plans.

Billy" Smith Charley McKeever Lenox Athletic Club New York Smith Philadelphia Joe Choynski Tom Carey Louisville Carey Steve O'Donnell Andie Lenny Dixon Lenny Broadway Club Tommy Tran Charisy Barns Cincinnati Syrevine Harrys Harris Dinny Dougherty Mike Sullivan Joe Gans Washburn Columbia Missori Tigers State University St. Marys Topeka Ith Tigers

Gatwick meeting Carries Unfinished Races and Wagging Odds

On day two at Gatwick October meeting Stage Villain ridden by Skeets Martin led early in the Gatwick middleweight handicap. Dewey Rose with L. Wel rode finished second as betting favored Stage Villain at 10 to 1. The Mole plate concluded with Musetta winning the Red Hol welter handicap. Georgians, with L. Relff up, placed second and Nipper took third in the event. Eleven horses ran. Escorial, with L. Retif, won the Crawter selling handicap amid betting against Recurral. Columbus Race Meeting opened with dry conditions but no races finished. summaries include 2:12 pace winner Minnie Irene and 2:30 pace winner Crete with best time 2:16.

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Brooklyn Defeats Phillies In Exhibition Tilt

Brooklyn won 8 to 0 at Philadelphia in the second of five exhibition games. Batteries Dunn McJamer and McGuire Donahue and McFarland. Umpire Latham. The game highlighted opportune hitting by Brooklyn against the Phillies.

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Michigan Wolverines Rally Shifts Score in Narrow Win

In Ann Arbor Michigan scored a hard fought victory as their team showed improvement though overall play remained below peak. The game showcased tentative progress and highlighted key players amid a challenging stretch.

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