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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1900
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text mentions gloves and colors with a price around 140 dollars and references to sizes and a location 630 Guidiew Guck Pine. Names and details are garbled. content suggests a product advertisement with multiple unclear brand mentions and styles.
The conference committee, formed by the House and Senate, reports a bill to shift county election control to Republicans in some counties and to Democrats in others, while delaying applicability to the November vote. A separate note mentions a legal case in Atchison and an ad for Winslow's Soothing Syrup, with miscellaneous snippets about health and a child’s care product.
Lane Mfeet Muth Williams arertue curbing installed. Win Nusum named mail carrier replacing B C Young. No police court cases this morning. Sanitary dept to purge smallpox at a penthouse tomorrow. Hale and Hogeborn to receive new city offices. Registration tally reaches 1592. Elections office open nightly. Merchants warned for throwing papers, fines set. Sharitt returns from Leavenworth. district court to hear cases. Lead pipe and sine shipped for evidence in a case. Brace brothers arrested for robbery. two prisoners moved to Leavenworth for trial. Dr entry Wilken charged with obscene mail matter.
The Pacific Coast Steamship steamer Orisaba was wrecked on Rocky Point reef off Beattie Washington while laying a government telegraph cable between Nome and St Michael. Crew evacuated to St Michael and the Senator remains at Nome. The wreck caused loss of vessel and onboard furnishings. cable apparatus and gear were recovered and stored at St Michael.
A dispatch from Hong Kong reports Chilean ministers receiving a circular addressing the Bolivian question. Rebels are described as strongly established with headquarters at Wai-chun, led by figures likened to Kang Yuang disciples. The note blames foreign manufacturers for China’s peril and mentions quiet conditions on the British frontier as Fenal movements head northward.
John Watts of 502 Racesus avenue was in a collision on Katie Avenue near Bights Avenue shortly before 2 today while riding his wheel. A wagon and horse drawn carriage swerved at speed, Watts hit the wheel, broke the bicycle, but escaped serious injury. G Squies reports telegraph service returning to Galveston after the storm, with repairs continuing to rebuild damaged lines and poles.
Fight report from Galena notes a boxing card held last night in Weedburn Park with contenders Pootham and Benet. The event, part of a towerly-round glove contest, drew readers of the State Journal.
A historic shoe department ad promoting cash deals and low prices. It touts Misses Kangaroo Calf Lace shoes at $1.35, men’s satin colt lace styles, indestructible boys’ shoes, and ladies’ kid shoes from $1.00 to $2.48. Promises money back if not solid leather and guarantees every pair. Saturday only sale.
A young man in a chestnut overcoat and a frail companion observe a political meeting. The pair discuss seating, mischief, and a fired etiquette test, debating offense, authority, and the idea of exclusion for repeated disruptions as the scene unfolds with wary humor.
At the meeting the chairman called order as a heated exchange unfolded. A speaker accused another of voting for the opposing party and taunted him about guilt and a secret sin involving onions, energy rising into a spell weaving moment.
Lottie Bowes, known as Charlotte Crane, visited her grandparents Mr and Mrs G W Bowes at 1262 Taylor Street today. Mina Bowes is with Frody in At the White House Tavern and the company opened a three day engagement in Kansas City yesterday before moving to Denver.
The Chicago Tribune reports artists are employed in three shifts to paint presidential campaign banners daily. Prices range from 60 to 400 dollars, with portraits enlarged from photographs and stenciling done by less skilled workers. Silk portraits on heavy fabric cost the most.
A quirky humor column recalls a boy who sang I Want to be an Angel and jokes about a scheming showman and a national star. It mentions a campaign framed Quaker baker friend and a kneading pun. Football is set for tomorrow at Washbury Park by Topeka High School.
Sporting news recounts a fighter despising Corbett and condemning Pompadour as a disgrace while detailing rumors of a fake fight with Kid McCoy. The text claims Sid Cubes and others taunting rivals, with debate over purses and match refusals, ending in a chaotic account of boxing conflicts and looming rematches.
Advertiser quotes Rev. J. Ro Hoag of Nebraska praising Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after a year of stomach trouble and heart distress. The testimonial claims rapid relief, restored appetite, and long lasting benefit for chronic cases, urging readers to try the remedy despite prior failed treatments.
A garbled transcription mentions a confrontation with a rival group, penalties, and a forthcoming challenge in November. It references a figure named Susan, a location tied to a Mezzan event, and vague legal threats. The text remains unreadable in key parts.
In Mankato Kan Gori reports a three day event with several top finishes. Trials were highlighted by Burst, Busy Bessy and Oneida among standout dogs.
Fragmentary notes describe a coursing event at Abilene with dogs and jackalish hounds. The text mentions canvas tents, a fee, and a muddy ground near the levee and riverbank.
The fragmentary OCR discusses a training event or signing involving Fitz Dayton and RS Deankharet with unclear details. It mentions a venue, potential dates, and associates but lacks complete facts to confirm specifics. Further readable context is required to extract concrete names, places, and actions.
Fragmentary text reports a proposed $70,000 payment by Whitweys Big of FXE to Garry Herrmann, with naming of Charlie Head Smith of Chicago as owner and various garbled phrases about the deal and individuals.
A fragmentary report notes a sale reaching $30,000 with the bid opening at $5,000. The listing highlights a Great Buglist item described as the chief attraction, though legible details are sparse. The auction path and final outcome are unclear due to damaged text.
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