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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1902

Page

3

Saloon Keeper Thomas Jordan Accused of Rushing Wager Takedown

A chaotic court note details saloon keeper Thomas Jordan accused of involvement in a gambling scam tied to a race purse of about eight thousand dollars. The narrative mentions fake wire taps, alleged conspirators, and a sequence of payments and threats linked to Vincent B. and others, with a complex tale of bets, travel, and supposed winnings. The report references Vincent B and assorted locals, a trial context, and notes Jordan’s alleged connections to tapper schemes and illicit funds.

Cheap settlers rates to the Far West and Northwest

A fragmented ad listing cheap settler excursion rates to the Far West and Northwest. Mentions rail routes and passages via Chicago and connections to California, with references to tours, timing in September and October, and contact details for agents Chesire and Wareley for full information. The text preserves names like Levey and mentions excursion packages and printed matter.

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Starting Gate Tested for New Device at Fair

Report describes testing of a new starting gate mechanism with electric components at a fair. Observers note the device aims to improve reliability and speed, with officials and actors present to demonstrate its operation.

Louis Hondas

Badgers Coast Trip Amid Football Plans

A chaotic clipping outlines Wisconsin athletic chat about a coast trip and football team decisions. Amid uncertain details from multiple names, mentions of Gardner and Corbett, and a plan discussed after sessions, the article hints at a university sporting tour and coaching deliberations.

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Memphis Track Meet Twist Ends With 2400s Record

Memphis Tennessee Tuesday afternoon 20 Crescene set a new 240 yard mark but weather cooled the race. Tucklan claimed the early pace while rival runners faced a rough stretch on the back and a late surge failed to overtake.

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Lawsuit Threat Against French Officials and Racing Notes

Fragmented OCR details lawsuits against French officials over license losses and mentions racing results. References to Jockey Hat writ, weather, and multiple race outcomes including five furlongs and a mile event. Also notes Croker's Kennels and New York races with various horses and trainers.

Sweeney Will Case Favoring Four Children Declared

A jury in Albany County ruled in July that the will of Michael Sweeney should be set aside. The estate valued at 380,000 favored Michael Martin and Thomas, with the four children receiving little. The plaintiffs claimed the father was insane and unduly influenced, seeking to break the will. Attorneys for the plaintiffs included John F. Sho of Leavenworth and Charles Hayden of Hetten. defense counsel listed Louie C. Bove and others.

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Pacer Dusty Wilkes and Baseball News Highlight Season Moves

Pacer Dusty Wilkes tops racing notes and recent sale news. The article mentions Dusty Wilkes defeating James Murphy's Roted and being purchased by M. E. Shirets, owner of Dan Paton 138%6, with price hints. Baseball chatter covers Cincinnati, Boston, and New York moves, including Johnny Beck and Connie Mack era shifts, plus coaching notices and player retirements.

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McGraws 1003 Team Names Signed For Next Season

New York manager McGraw released a list of players he claims to have signed for the upcoming season. He asserts several names published by the American were misleading, listing pitchers, guides, and other positions, with Detroit and Chicago figures among the claimed signings.

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Haines Held Over Questioning in Haines Goodlander Case

Fort Scott October 20 A judge ordered T Haines committed for refusing to answer questions for a deposition sought by state lawyers examining accounts from his boarding trains business. Attorneys clash over compelled testimony while habeas corpus papers await action before Judge Simons. Potential damages suit against Mrs Goodinner rumored as claimants allege false imprisonment.

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Re-Examined Commissions for 43 Arrived Officers at Leavenworth

Forty three officers and privates arrived at Fort Leavenworth for re examination for promotion. Most were given oath and await regiment assignments. Four become artillery officers and eight join cavalry with the rest entering infantry. They will learn their detachments by Saturday. The group has stayed four months studying prior to posting.

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Meeting of Kansas Clubs Fifth District Federation Convenes

The third annual meeting of the Kansas Fifth District Federation of Clubs opens in Clay Center on Thursday October 28 and runs through October 30. The federation now includes one club with three new additions this year. President is Mrs May Belleville Brown of Salina. Sessions take place at the First Tapdst church with an informal reception at the Wicrary Thursday afternoon and an Helianthtr club art exhibit. Lodging will be provided for all delegates.

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Bonney Hoyt Dead in Chicago. Relatives Unreachable

Chicago, Oct 29. Bonney Hoyt, chorus member in the Prince of Prisons company at Studebaker theater, died today of peritonitis after a decline since two weeks ago. No relatives could be found to claim the body. her mother is believed to live in Gainesville Texas and a possible other parent near Heston. Hoyt had recent ties to Boston and St Louis, with incomplete details on survivors.

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