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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1901

Page

2

Big Fellow Back at Tobacco Habit Again Angers Madden

George Gardner and Doc Walcott are matched for twenty rounds in San Francisco on September 27. The article notes Madison’s anxiety over Runids chewing tobacco after a defeat and mentions a planned match between Garnier and Walcott. Walcott is sent to New York with manager Wangse attending to arrangements in Brooklyn.

Gow Mublin Bos Madison Wien Hubli Dt Burts Martin California Cmklan San Prancivey Arhietic Elit Tay Groree Miurdasr Jon Walegit St. Walentinim New York Minager Wangs Ibs Bore Brooklyn Carter Tmi Goltie Isle Bunge Garnier-Walcett

Outland Arrives at KU to Drill Football Team

Joby H. Outland, University of Manrus exath of the senior from Colorado, arrives at Laerceure Kansas and will begin practice immediately. Local veterans and new players show readiness to compete. captaincy and backfield positions are unsettled as the season prospects brighten amid optimism for Kansas football development.

Laerceure Kan Joby EH Outlind University of Manrus Colorado Outland Tachullig Stechan Cotter Moris Biles Anigis Tucker Universa Kansas Aid Eiger Davidven

American League Seeks To Poach NL Stars In Player Shakeup

Philadelphia notes claim several National League stars have signed three year contracts with the American League clubs, suggesting a major talent raiding move. The report mentions Delahanty and others as targets and implies shuffled rosters for next season, with implications across the league.

Philadelphia American League Philadelphia National Americas Lescue Cabs Sedehenty Orth Wowerton Townsend Jackiitach Washigton Wits Philadelphia Acuri Amerean Lear Chleige Fay Fusterice Harize Phlossi The Tidust National Couree Teusia

Baseman Quits as Manager Receives Mutiny Note

A reported mutiny near the New York club centers on first baseman Don Donovan resigning amid claims of discord with Dan Metann. Captain Patey Denevals denied ties while mentioning a curtain-raiser rumor. Cardinal captain downplays the issue as ongoing play resumes with satisfactory pitching from Schriver and steady defense.

Donovan Patey Denevals Dan Metann MeGann SoGann Dees Hie Schriver Setny Heis Tively Donovan Tresta Louis Ees Aepaey Ache

Donahue to Join Mack's Athletics After Springs Return

Chicago reports Timothy Donahue, longtime catcher for the Chicago National League club, has arrived and will join Connie Mack's Athletics. Mack fields a full squad while Donahue is expected to be a featured addition. Rumors say a salary around 91,500 or a stake in the club may be involved. Waddell’s status remains unsettled as he has been missing for about a week.

Dim Donahue Athletics Chicago Timothy Donahue Connie Mack Mack Tose Che Lens Colerage Springs Holan Cub Nathomal Huthe Waldett Prople ComicMin Ball Park Lik

Nash orders prosecutions over Ohio prize debt scheme

Governor Nash via Attorney General Shonts directs Washington County prosecutors to indict principals and associates tied to a prize debt incident at Marietta. The governor urges the legislature to act if needed and promises investigation and punishment for all involved in the nefarious plan.

Columbus Nash Ohio John B. Shonts Washington County Marietta Txax Maine Corbett Thur Exim

Parker and Corbett to Meet in 60 Days in Denver

Denver reports that lightweight contenders Kid Parker and Young Corbett are signed for a bout within sixty days. Promoters plan a high profile event with the likely weigh in around the sanctioned limit, aiming to draw strong crowds at the Denver arena.

Kid Parker Young Corbett Denver Col Kid" Parker Tllub Senet

Pigeons Race In St Louis Ends With First Place Finish

In a local pigeon race from Cincinnati to St Louis only one of 18 birds persisted to the finish. The winner, owned by Frank Castleman of Ligtetown Ohio, landed first after leaving the home of Parkinson of 1212 Edclid Avenue, Bllouwis, with the event crossing into Monday morning.

St. Louis Cincinnati Qunee City Ga. An Parkinson Edclid Avenue Bllouwis Frank Castleman

Weathered Winds Foreshadow Storm Reach Near Coast

Fragments describe a northwest breeze and an approaching storm, with observers noting keen interest in the evolving weather. The text hints at persistent winds and a forecasted event described as enduring and fast, reflecting concerns about maritime or coastal conditions.

First Football Game Ends in Fall River Victory

The St Louis Eleven was defeated by Fall River 4 to 1 in the opening football match of the association series. On Sept 5 the game took place at the Pan-American exposition stadium with Christian Brothers' College of St Louis facing Fall River Football Club of Fall River, Massachusetts. Fall River led 4 to 1 as the ball remained in St Louis territory at the final whistle.

St Louie Pall River Buffalo Uoete Anloe Christian Brothers' College of St. Luis Fall River Mass Gams St. Louis

Constitution Beats Columbian In 15 Mile Race

In a windward and return course, Constitution defeats Columbian by 17 seconds after correction with a 12 knot finish. Handicap 22 seconds not included would have changed result. Victory credited to handling and sails, prompt windward work, and seamanship. Also reports Nasturtium wins Phat Stakes at Purity meeting in New York, defeating Western entries.

Colwmb Ove Courte Nasturtium New York W. C. Whitney Nasturtian Goldwmiltit Blt Mute Mish Secur Abe Whitney Smile John K. Mudge Puturty Nasturtum

Jockey in Serious Accident at Harford Racecourse

Chicago reports jockey Will C. Hen-Resey of Boray suffered a severe fall before the first race at Harfre. He collided with a barrier near the grandstand, was hurled over the iron fence, and carried to a hospital unconscious. Injury described as serious, possibly fatal.

Chicago Will C. Hen- Resey Boray Har

Commando to Race No More In Ken tucky Stud Fame

New York turfmen hail Commando as one of the greatest race heroes of the last thirty years noting his refinement to Contiston stud InKentucky where he was foaled and will reportedly never race again after an injury in the Realisation Stake.

New York Caramania InKentucky

National League Standings and Game Actions Mixed Report

Fragmented recap shows National League standings and scattered game details. Mentions Philadelphia Boston New York and players Higles Katoe Atttredgey Mas per Nichols with unclear innings and scores.

Rabe Philadelphia

Fragmented note on illness and remedies from Washington report

A garbled Washington dispatch lists various ailments and supposed cures with names and places barely readable. It mentions malaria, constipation, dyspepsia, and other complaints, with obscure references to remedies and several scattered proper nouns.

Fragmentary OCR note on names and programs in district report

A garbled OCR fragment lists names and terms such as Chambirian Caen Feemustye and Wranghitin aid with several unreadable phrases. The line references Dighton, Holling ta piv, and TE waht cachciote tat Cou Be, indicating a partially readable district report or meeting notes with multiple misread words and unclear context.

Cleveland and Return Rail Rates Declared for G A R Encampment

The G A R encampment will be held in Cleveland Ohio September 10 to 14. Santa Fe will sell round trip tickets from Topeka to Cleveland and return for 21.35 on September 7 with good returning until October 8. Round trips from Cleveland to Buffalo are 25.00, making the Topeka Buffalo route 23.55. The Cleveland Buffalo Transit Company offers elegant steamers and will provide round trips for the KuLs Cleveland to Buffalo with similar rates. Through tickets from Topeka to eastern points are offered at cost. Address T. L. King Topeka Kansas and C F Messenger, M O Police 727 Kane Tai Topeka. Office hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

G. A. KR Cleveland Santa Fe Topeka Butfalo Topplis Buffalo Cleveland & Buffalo Transit Company T. L. King Azer Fry Kan

Wichita Council Faces Bribery Allegations Over Street Lights

Ex labor commissioner W G Bird accuses Wichita council members of improper influence by Economy Street Light Co in a bid dispute. He claims bids favored M M Oxygen Light Co of Kansas City, and says a mayoral veto may block the contract. The alleged scheme centered on a bid of 22,750 for street lamps and the promised council support for approval.

Wichita Sept Save the Beacon City Council W. G. Birds Economy Street Light Company Kansasity Bird Mo& MM Oxyetn Light Company Kensas City I Pride Hird Weis Beaton Waleys Morey Kanes Clery Toy Sileke Fox Garett ML & Mo Ines Meteon M& M

Fire Hits Emporia Methodist Church and Nearby Homes

A blaze swept through Emporia targeting the Methodist church, planing mill and nearby residences. The fire damaged structures along Toll Ave and spread across the north and west portions of the city, destroying the building and destroying property. Firefighters battled the flames as winds fanned the blaze and minimized business disruption in the area.

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Sixteenth Battery Meld Artillery Transfer Planned to Fort Leavenworth

Fort Riley to Fort Leavenworth movement expected within a month as new artillery barracks near completion by September 1. Battery is commanded by Captain Van Deusen with First Lieutenant Pearce and others. overland transit from Fort Riley possible in four days. The unit has a history of action and casualties in recent Fort Tulty engagements.

Leavenworth Fort Leg Fort Leavenworth Fat Riley van Deusen Bark Pearce Breonda P Hyde Tulty

Objects to Drilling by Moran Farmer and Lanyon Co

Iola set Sept 5 reports Moran farmer Ducen ts oppose Lanyon Zine Co drilling on his land. Judge Brith granted a temporary restraining order. case to be decided by Judge Stillwall. Local landowners seek to end leases as gas exploration rises, court to hear final action later.

Moran Lanyon Company Iola Strong Lanyon Zine Co Aetilng Inna News Moran Henalsts Judare Brith Stillwall Ius Tern

Jubilee association selects 1902 contest slate

Hutchinson Republican reports the Jubilee association executive committee nearly finalizes the 1902 contest selections. Names for Pewni auditor treasurer and other officers are listed with resigned confidence. Senator Burton spoke at a gathering noting veteran soldiers and civic support as plans proceed.

Hutchinson Rep

Enrollment at Haskell Sees Record Attendance

About two hundred new students have enrolled at Haskell during the last ten days, with registrations of both new and old students indicating larger attendance than ever before. Early arrivals arrived from Cheyenne region on Saturday.

Tawreney Haskell Buttfute EA Ar Atry Twethern Cheyeroes

Untitled fragment hints at institute upgrades and football prep

A fragmented report notes upgrades at an institute with new facilities and equipment. It mentions a football team ready for production and a coach named Biot arriving to begin work, with preparations underway for early seasons or events.

Institute Mort Teilitttias Sean Biot

Partnership Row Arrests Over Vote Theft Probe

Fratt, Sept T-1. 3. Martin Mad Fo, Hoffer arrested for stealing two votes and fending off questions while leaving Hoffer Hardware Go store where Hoffer and Martin had met. The case remains unsettled amid tense local politics. Christian Endeavor Meeting announced for Hutchinson area with Fourteenth district convention set for September 6 and related topics on missionary work and youth service.

Fratt Martin Hoffer Hoffer Hardware Go Christian Endeavor Meeting Houtchinest Fourteenth District Hutchinnon Wiest Drewbycerka Ecvewion Varigan

McKnight Postmaster Appointed in Comanche County

S A C Eherdtrye named postmaster for McKnight Oklahoma with government town site nearby. Mention of Kiows opening and homestead entry on valuable land near Mo Knight, southeast of Lawtun.

Aavenworth Rent S.A

El Dorado Politician Meeting Noted in Port Office Day

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a political event in El Dorado with an address by a Congressman and a local official. Names and exact details are unclear, but the report references a town office setting and a planned speech.

County convention in waning days amid delays

Fragmented notes describe a late county convention in a West Coast city amid confusion. Vague references to a candidate and vacancy hint at party designations and ongoing scheduling but readable specifics are scarce.

Freight Tesio Fatality Reported in Unclear Text

A fragmentary OCR item mentions a fatal incident connected to a freight event. Names, dates, and location are unreadable, but the notice indicates a death related to freight operations and is markedly incomplete.

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