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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1899

Page

2

Eminent British Doctors Offer Free Three Month Clinic in Topeka

A group of celebrated physicians from the British Medical Institute have opened a free three month clinic at 41s avenue in Topeka. From now until November 15 they will provide consultation examination advice and minor surgery at no charge to all who call. Dr Edward McCully chief surgeon will be in clinic daily 9 am to 5 pm except Sundays.

Ineli- Gate Belarge Topeka Perpct Wise S. Edward McCully

A Carnegie Deal Dance Announced For Tuesday Evening

A local notice says a dance will be held Tuesday evening by Miss He A. at No 26 Borgan's. The item is brief and fragmentary with limited readable details.

Borgan

Sherman speaks shows Sherman opposition to president policy

Cincinnati dispatch details an interview with Senator John Sherman by W. C. Metcalfe amid Ohio German sentiment affecting administration policy. Sherman criticizes factional patronage and predicts Mckinley's defeat, commenting on political strategies in Hamilton County and statewide implications.

Cincinnati Ohio the Enquirer John Sherman W. C Metride Washington Sherman Istratton Americky Ietruficult Mr. Makiniey Judea Hamilton County Galton Jones Meither Hamilton Comnty Oraker Nas Hall Roth Shipley & Co Roit Joner Wirkmen United States Playle Card Company Bullet Hindric Company Agkerham Laundry Machine Foruany Puy Wgan Company Ulloa Dinine Taferetiea Ieee Vane Cox and Pott Livan Saxton Domehes Cox HANSA

Bryan's Western Tour Draws Wide Nebraska Crowds

Benkieman Nevada veteran William J Bryan traveled across southern Nebraska drawing thousands of supporters. A special train carried banners and grain decorations while crowds at towns like Superior Red Cloud and Indianola cheered and pressed for speeches on independence and imperialism. Bryan urged fusion forces to accept the Declaration of Independence.

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Flood Threatens Fort Brown as Rio Grande Recedes

Rainfall along the Mexican border pushes the Lower Rio Grande into great floods. U S military reserve near Fort Brown faces encroachment as river changes course, threatening post buildings and surrounding lands. Boundary disputes loom between nations as thousands of acres and crops are inundated.

Austin Rio Grande United States Military Reservation Fort Brown Brownsville Hidalgo County Mexico United States

Rock Island Ticket Sale Announced at Kans City Station

The Rock Island will offer round trip tickets at 30.67 for travel on October 30 through November 1, with return by November 1. Dr Thomas’s Electric List at local druggists promoted for guidance.

Kansans City Rock Island

Topeka Reader Endorses Kid Ne Vid Kidney Remedy

In a Topeka feature the paper presents local user testimonials about Kid-ne-vids for backache and kidney troubles. A. J. Shaffer of 1088 Madison St cites extended relief after two packages and urges others to try the remedy, endorsing its claimed benefits and noting continued use.

Topeka A. J. Shaffer Madison Street Kansas Justig Morrow

Jeffries and Sharkey Set for Big Friday Showdown at Coney Island

The sporting world anticipates a major heavyweight clash next Friday at Coney Island Athletic Club. Jeffries towers over Sharkey by about three inches and stands as a long-armed, careful skirmisher, while Sharkey fights in a crouching rush style with brutal power. Each man carries vast stamina, with Jeffries known for skill and consistency and Sharkey for punishment tolerance and fast feet, promising a dramatic, knockout-leaning encounter.

Coney Island Athletic Club New York Jeffries Sharkey Chicago Tribune United States Charies Flo Tivi Tt Jvfferes Jim Corbett Fitzsimmons Carson City Corbett Jettries California Ciant Jeffcies Fussimmons Wyatt Kary Ife Kid Galt Prine Big Bob Armatrone Fitzsimmons Jeffries Bosadars

Jeffries Sure of Success in Sharkey Bout

James J. Jeffries, at Asbury Park, says his injured arm is almost healed and he is in prime condition to defend his title against Sharkey on Friday night. He details training, weight of 215 pounds, and a disciplined daily routine of running, handball, wrestling, road work, and sparring with trainers Delaney, Ryan, and Roober, asserting he will win as quickly as possible though not expecting a walkover.

James J. Jeffries Asbury Park N. J Acrenaul Coney Island Sharkey Ryan Tao Fitzsimmons Fehtiniz New York Delaney Roober Siz

Sharkey Adopts Horseback Training For Daily Ride

New York, Oct 30 Tom Sharkey adds horseback riding to his training routine. The sailor plans a ten mile ride each morning to break monotony and provide fresh air, while supplementing road work as the coming season approaches.

New York Tom Sharkey New Dorp Sharkey

Afraid of Fitz Jo Thorne Falls to Fitzsimmons in One Minute

In Chicago on October 3 Jeff Thorne of England was knocked out by Bob Fitzsimmons in one minute at Tanversall's. Thorne, evidently afraid, failed to land a single blow and only made one weak swing that fell short. Fitzsimmons landed a short left on Thorne's jaw, ending the bout as Thorne was counted out and carried to his corner.

Chicago Jeff Thorne England Bob Fitzsimmons Tanversall Thorne Fitzsimmons Sam Fitzpatrick

Missouri Tigers Triumph Over Christian Brothers College

In St Louis on a Saturday the Missouri Tigers defeated Christian Brothers College 29 to 0. Thurman and Hartong starred as Missouri controlled the game, with several long runs and two fumbles by M. U. that did not halt the Tigers.

St. Louis Missouri Tigers Christian Brothers’ College M.S. U M.L. A Missouri Tigers Thurman and Hartong

Betting Light Ahead of Jeffries Sharkey Fight

New York reports very light betting with little money wagered on the Jeffries versus Sharkey bout as the event dates approach and only a few bets have been placed.

New York

World championship prize fight inked for late draw

Report notes Sabt ating on the restile iy at 4 Infevent as Jia re and Tom Sharkey vie for the world middleweight title. Backers differ on the outcome with Sharkey’s men wagering strong odds while Jeffries’ supporters claim advantage. Both champions in top condition despite questions about a short bout. Training quarters overflow with visitors as Sharkey heads to town Thursday and estrick remains at Allenhurst until then.

Jia Tom Sharkey Jeffies Sharkey Jeffries Winnet Estrick Allenhurst

Tosson Meets Schaefer Tonight for Cushion Caroms

New York October 20 The Tosson Schaefer three night cushion caroms match opens tonight at Madison Square Garden. Both players show exceptional form with high runs and near record speeds. Conditions call for 900 points per game, 200 per evening, with $500 a side and bets running strong among enthusiasts.

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Ambiguous college scores amid scattered basketball notes

Fragmentary OCR lists multiple college teams and uneven scores such as Cornell 5 Princeton 8 and Naval Academy 0 while items like Purdue 40 and Duquesne Athletic 62 appear. The text contains misread names and stray terms making coherent reporting difficult, with several entries incomplete or garbled.

Cornell Princeton Naval Academy Lafayette Point Dartmouth Cage Columbia Lebiat New Ree University Brown Newton University of Cincinnati Center College Perdue Depauw Duquesne Athletic Buffalo University Washington Jefferson Weston Reservery Missouri Denver

Jones men claim Ohio mayor to win by 35000 vote

Toledo dispatch reports independent Jones movement estimates showing Mayor Jones carrying Ohio by about 33,000 votes and gaining majorities in several large counties. Projections cite 111,150 of 244,500 in five populous counties and totals near 256,000 votes from 400,000 statewide, with various county breakdowns and regional hopes across Lorain Lawrence Mercer Washington Greene Ashtabula Lake Defiance and neighboring counties.

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Rock Island Round Trip Tickets Sale Noted in KC

Kansas City report shows tickets for a Rock Island line round trip sold at 12.07 with return by November 1. The notice dates October 80 and mentions a price and travel window for travelers seeking a short excursion.

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