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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1903
Page
3
A Kansas news brief notes excessive rainfall bringing fog and strong winds across the region. Local officials report related weather disruptions, urge caution for travelers, and warn of possible minor property damage due to the unsettled conditions.
Lawrence Sept 2 The August Weather Season report by Dr F H Bnew notes a misty month with a wind from the canthean at 65 miles per hour for one hour 7 20 to 8 38. Rain followed all night and the month’s mean temperature set records despite calms. Several weather feats and incidents are described with figures for temperatures rainfall and wind.
The Northeast area notes a new endurance company with F12000 capital forming a contract with Great Western MU for erection of a wall and elevator, enabling nationwide production of food products and shipments to European markets. An August accident in Trulo involves Mr and Mrs Jem Boyd’s son, following a string of rail incidents in several towns. The John Hivine Grain and Steller company plans expanded Ky e plant capacity to supply eastern markets, aiding local farmers. Frank Newlin’s island holdings near the Missouri river figure in a dubious tale.
Letter to the editor argues against delivery wagons for meat in Topeka. The author calculates costs of wagons and drivers, urges retailers to stop home delivery, and proposes selling the best beef at 6 to 9 cents per pound with delivery from stores. Aims to reduce prices and simplify orders for customers.
Chicago reports Tommy Ryan describing the Corbett Jeffries bout noting no new punches appeared and Jeffries used old punches in round one while a second round knockouts shifted momentum. Corbett’s postfight line “I’m all in” frames the outcome as Jeffries dominated with fast replies and plans for further bouts.
Chicago fighter Harry Forbes, former American lightweight champion, is matched to box McFadden before the Taximapy Athlete club in Boston on September 10. The bout marks Forbes first return to the ring since a recent loss in San Francisco. promoter Johnny Mack and Western rep Al Lippe arrange plans for an American tour and potential matches with Peter, Tormion, and Yanger.
Boston boxer Sandy Ferguson, praised by Parson Davies and Jack Johnson, trains at the Sullivan gym and eyes a title bout with champion Jeffries. Ferguson stands six feet three, 215 pounds, with a draw against Gus Rubilln and a win over Bob Armatrone noted among his early results. Johnson has boxed Ferguson, and Ferguson proposes a freeze-out tourney among colored fighters to force a challenge to Jeffries. Meanwhile Young Corbett and promoter Mulligan plan a sporting resort opening at Leats during the fair.
Fragmentary text notes a baseball context with Manager McGraw and a player or official, mentioning weekly routines and reports. The garbled OCR obscures clear names and events but centers on a Giants related personnel matter and daily duties.
Champion Jeffries assisted in extinguishing a fire at a building housing Pioneer Paper and Lacey Manufacturing on Northania Street in Los Angeles. The blaze caused about 5000 dollars damage to the Lacey plant and a similar sum to the paper company. Jeffries, a Lacey hoilermaker, arrived first at the scene and helped clear debris and prevent spread.
Boston report details Harry Caldwell’s world record pace at Charles river track with 30 miles in an hour, 25 miles 5 yards in three minutes, and 60 miles at one hour. Champion remained challenger as Caldwell surged ahead, and race notes include pacing mishaps and completion one lap ahead of Champion.
The report covers Missouri Valley League action at Senanta with summaries of games, players and standings. It mentions Bunton Hedman Pittsnire and others, notes a Delmar feature horse Flintlock, and cites Milwaukee and Kansas City results, with scattered scores and injuries. It references St. Louis standings and a few American Association items, including Donahue’s injury and various club notes.
The Hotel Empire advertisement touts a grand stay with reasonable daily rates and upmarket amenities. It highlights the Metropolis Restaurant renowned for cuisine and service, while noting convenient access to ocean steamers, railways, and theater districts.
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