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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1902
Page
2
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a universal kidney remedy for rheumatic pain back and urinary issues. It promises relief from frequent urination and night wakings and offers a free sample bottle and booklet by mail from Binghamton New York.
Pittsburg upheaval as Chesbro and Tannehill sign with the American League. Harry Smith and Conroy quit the Pirates, while Davis and Convoy face uncertain futures. Dreyfuss accuses Ban Johnson and Charlie Somers of pressuring players, vows allegiance to the National League and contemplates a post season series only if rivals respect his club.
Thirty thousand spectators watched W. C. Whitney's filly Gunfire win the Twin City handicap over Blues, running 1 1/4 miles in 2 05 45, within 1 3 of the track record. Blues faded late, finished half a length back. J B Madden trained The Rival to victory in the sixth race at 20 to 1.
New York reports Dr J Mulligan of the Knickerbocker Athletic Club set a world record in the Greater New York Irish American Athletic Association event at Celtic Park. He covered 116 feet 3 1/4 inches in ten standing long jumps, surpassing Ewry and previous marks. Hartford also notes the Futurity at Charter Oak Grand Circuit where Gail Hamilton won after a gripping series of heats.
History of Bavable recounts Savable, winner of a race, heading to New York after a June 19 event. The report notes a wager of $550, a taped outcome at Tasington Gack, and a clash with Dan Dries.
Pat Donne trained horse shipped for winter plans. Won stakes at Louisville and Hyde Park beating tie stable. John A. Drake bought the mare cast for future. Sayable, large bay colt 16 hands, sired by Salvator, from a noted Pace mare, now at Elmendorf farm, poised as first big stake sire son of Prince Charley.
Chicago, Sept. 2 A rumor of a $30,000 offer for Robbins, the young racing talent, has stirred a large furor. Robbins’ father denies final terms though hints of a contract exist. The story ties in with jockeys like Arthur and a growing view that Robbins could be the sport’s next star.
Millie Donlin announces intent to play infield and outfield roles for Cincinnati next season. He reports good health and readiness after four days of hand and ground work, aims to play at least one game this week, and seeks support from manager Kelley to prove his fitness to fans in Cincinnati and the National League.
A record crowd near 300 watched Auburndale edge Oakland 8 to 7 at the asylum grounds. Dick Ingon pitched superbly fanning 17, while Oakland's bats rallied but fell short. Batteries Ingon Miller Sheets Fair umpire Cole Wan McGovern. Cincinnati notes preview Terry McGovern training schedule and routines under trainer Charley Mayhood with two sparring partners Simms and Cain.
Racing at Bt Louis featured Et Arnold & Co stable with Jal and Chanute 12 and Iola 2 Jal. Kan saw a big halides home team errors mark the day's events despite a strong start and notable performances.
Reading Sluggers win 3 2 at Reading against Nevada with key hits by Tykaon and Lyndon. Manhattan defeats Marysville in Pro Enteriee play, battery by Renfro and Daugs. San Francisco leaders in labor election race with Toland, Sims, Geary, Budd among contenders. Piles remedy claims cure and refund offer.
Confused OCR yields a list of player pairings and game notes for batteries and pitchers. Mentions McCarthy McGuire Waddell and others across two games with incomplete scores, locations, and framing. references a National League doubleheader at Brooklyn with Chesbro Zimmer and Maloney among others.
Diphtheria sore throat and croup relief offered by Dr Thomes Electric Cure. Product advertised as instant and permanent, available at any drug store in Santa Fe.
In Lyon County a wet season ruined many wheat crops. Farmer Read lost 100 acres and others reported hundreds of bushels spoiled in damp shock. Flooding earlier damaged his home and corn. City mills say June wheat supplies were two thirds of local needs, worsening the outlook.
A large crowd gathers for the Southwest G A R reunion in Dodge City with prominent speakers scheduled later in the week. Attendees arrive from many counties as a grandstand is erected and events include levee racing bicycle racing and baseball among others with plans for AOU day events.
Hays KansasSeptember 2 The Western branch of the State Normal school reports a strong start with large attendance at chapel exercises each morning and nearly 600 attendance overall among summer students and scholars.
Arkansas City Kansas faced a dispute over Buckskin Bill with Acting Mayor Hunt and the clerk collecting license money and granting the permit after Mayor Pollock refused amid concerns over the show’s reputation. The circus planned to run despite officials, drawing public interest as the city debated access and fairness. A separate Weather Bureau note from Lawrence, Kansas, reports August rainfall and temperatures with daily totals and thunderstorm counts.
The Junction City Union reports a Karns publisher departs for Chicago to begin new work at the University of Chicago. A farewell gathering for Dr. Willston and several Lawrence physicians was held Saturday evening as he leaves for his new position.
A record of fairs reported to the State Board of Agriculture listing county fairs and associated secretaries. The document cites Becretat fh Sobuen and local society officers such as JL Wheaton Great Bend secretary, F MN Whitney Topeka, H Bleicheecteury Dorada, and EL J ailiers Maryavine, among others.
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