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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1903
Page
9
An ad asserts Dr Shoop’s Restorative can win trust and endorsements. It urges readers to test the product for a month without risk, claiming it will prove its value and gain friends and support. The copy hints at personal testimonials and discounts.
A marketing appeal touts Dr Shoop's Restorative as an uncommon remedy with high success rates. The ad claims 79 of 80 recover and urges readers to request books on dyspepsia and health, offering different volumes for women and men from Racine Wisconsin. It appeals to sick readers to spread the word and promises gratitude as reward.
In Hutchinson a Reno County farmer, Ben Stockman, was discharged after a probate trial challenging his sanity. The jury heard testimony from his father, sister, and brothers but found no proof of mental illness. Neighbors described him as sane and industrious, while the family’s religious differences appeared to fuel the case over control of his property.
A rough ad text promotes small bottles of pleasant pellets claimed to aid colds, digestion, and uric acids, featuring no clear author or date. It markets Forte for pep and rheumatic symptoms, urging readers to ask druggists for the Medical Guide mailed by the Med. Co. at William 20.
Leavenworth Kansas prepares to deploy new electric cars on Third Street division. Two cars are already on siding, with others arriving this week. The platform will serve as a smoker area on the interurban car, featuring air brakes and front heater. The 43 foot cars have three motors and require X loops at line ends. Nearby offices see Wells Fargo postings and wheat acreage growth noted amid Wichita flour mill plans.
A potential New York City East River bridge project valued at about 32 million dollars prompts interest for A Lucerative offer to J A Tullock of Leavenworth Kansas. Tullock, chief of Suscourt Valley Bridge Works, may decline due to health. New York aims to connect with welfare Island where penal institutions sit. Separately, a Pacific Express clerks and drivers strike in Hutchinson shows limited disruption as most trains run with on‑hand messengers and some workers quit, though replacements keep operations steady.
Ernest G. Judkins, a Kineo company bookkeeper, endured a surprising highway encounter in Maine when a bull moose blocked the road near Deer Head Farm. He tried to urge the animal away by hooting and advancing, then raced to chase it, only to see the moose turn and trot down the road, altering the outing into an odd roadside spectacle.
Kokomo Indiana October 31 former world champion jockey James Tod Sloan travels in France working as a chauffeur for a French auto firm on a paltry wage far below his past earnings. He says he will not return to the United States to endure humiliation and claims he once earned about $50,000 yearly. Foster parents in Kokomo claim he was worth $500,000 not long ago and are willing to help.
Chicago Oct 31 Fielder Jones star center fielder refuses to play with the White Sox next year and will not honor a contract with McGraw in New York. Rumor says he may manage the Portland league team on the coast and take some teammates, despite Comiskey's new national agreement.
Bestha Curry, instructor in the women's gymnasium, approves the faculty’s action while some players regret not appearing in public games. Misa Hunt, team vice pager, says players have told her they will give up the game entirely. Jack Johnson of Los Angeles touted as a whirlwind, headlines the decisive day when Johnson beat Sam Vey with an overwhelming performance.
Kansas plans a two story World’s Fair pavilion to cost about $2000, with a central rail and three entrances, located south of the New York building and west of the Texas building. Senator John C Carpenter of Chanute heads the Kansas commission with Charles H Luling of Wichita as secretary, joined by Simmons Caldwell Morrow and William P Wareener.
A fragmented advertisement promotes a new water and fruit flavor product for housewives. It claims no trouble or expense, urging readers to try it today in various flavors such as berry and other fruit varieties, available at grocers for a dime.
The article states both men are of British birth with Eltesimmons born in Ingland and eras from County Clare, Ireland.
New York Oct 1 Champion Jim Jeffries rejects any attempt by Philadelphia matchmakers to arrange a six round bout with Italian middleweight Joe Grim. Jeffries and manager Joe Egan received multiple lucrative offers, but he says he would not fight Grim as it would risk injuring him, anger ministers, and end boxing as a sport in the city.
Columbia Mo Oct 21 The Tigers emerged from the game with Simpson in good shape except Don who had his ankle hurt again Snd Anderson with a badly hurt finger Captain Birney uninjured in the struggle and the team ready for upcoming play
Report notes poor ball handling improving slightly, with slow defense and weak backfield. Coach McLean addresses issues ahead of today’s lineup as preparations begin for a Kansas City excursion to boost rooter turnout.
New York October 1 Tom Sharkey was dragged but escaped unharmed after a roadside incident. A policeman and horsemen helped as Sharkey steadied himself on his chest to avoid a fall. The wagon’s remnants and hitch were left behind, with the horse moving free.
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