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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1903

Page

3

Kansas University South America fossil hunt to start

Notable expedition planned by University of Kansas paleontologist Woeical department assistant Martin and student Adams to depart on September 12 from New York for Buenos Aires and Punta Arenas. The team will collect fossils in Patagonia and Chilean regions, aiming to add rare South American specimens to KU’s collection and possibly include Brazil for skulls and reptiles.

Lawrence Kan Univerity of Kansas Mar UN Galeuito- Woeical Aursuel Adama Portland South America Babla Bianca Jong Mada Martin Adame War of New York Bunnow Ayres Punta Avense Tribe of Magellan South Americe Punta Arenas Patagonia Mr. Martin Achaia Adams North America Brazil Putin Mannes Ayres Darewin Pamim Fossuix Martin Haw Kanene

Murder in Southeastern Ranchay Leaves Farmer Gilmore Dead

A rural crime near southeastern Ranchay ends with farmer Gilmore slain after a confrontation with a masked stranger armed with a revolver. Gilmore pursued the assailant, who fired as he fled. neighbors aided the wounded man, who remained conscious enough to describe the attacker before dying hours later.

Henreswisn Martin Gunaire Gilmare WSU Gilmore Atrick Gilsore Tim Gilmore

High Grade Wheat Seed Distributed by Station at Fortes

Seed from the Fortes program is being sold to wheat growers across western Kansas. The list shows Russian and Turkish winter wheats with yields per acre ranging from about 2.26 to 95.62 bushels. Surplus seed from the station will have immediate impact on local wheat production.

Hays, Kan Fortes Ane Ygonrimpas Ellen Sewall Czvin Department of Agrifaire Kharkov Crimean Saar Thelas

A melancholy carnival in Leavenworth week’s end plan

A melancholy carnival will be held in Leavenworth the early part of the week. A labor and military parade includes six battalions from every army branch except signal corps. Colonel HK M.S. Loughborough will command the brigade with Gen. J Franklin Bell and others in attendance.

Leavenworth Signal Corps

Accidental Shooting Ends in Brother's Death Near Cottonwood Falls

Cottonwood Faux Kan Sept 7 ex county Clark W A Waddell's two sons aged 11 and 21 and a neighbor boy were nearby when Lewis Waddell aged 21 fired a shot at a snake near a bank. The bullet struck his younger brother Gustave in the back of the head and exited the mouth killing him instantly. The incident occurred three miles east of the city.

Cottonwood Faux Kan Clark W. A. Waddell Lewis Gustave Waddell

Death of a Respected Local figure Noted in State Journal

The State Journal notes with sadness the passing of a highly regarded resident, esteemed by many who knew him. The piece mentions local agriculture, land markets, and busy farming life in Burr, Mullinville, and surrounding counties as context for the community.

Burg Mullinville State Journal

Looting Mail Sacks Leads to Wichita Trial

Transients, two boys about 16, allegedly entered a depot, cut open sacks, and burned letters from the window of a merchant depot. Evidence strong. to be sent to Wichita for trial. A Garden and Wedding notes a bride, daughter of contractor Fred Pyle.

Boston Wichita F Red Pyle

War in the Schools A Polemic on Military Training

A reader condemns heavy military display in schools and civic groups citing pistol seizures in Kokomo and urging peace through the Knights Templar Free Masons and other societies. The letter contrasts U S regulars with volunteer units and envisions a future era of universal peace and arbitration while warning of a culture of war feeding carnage. A brief travel note promotes Atlantic seashore outings with Lehigh Valley Route tickets available.

The State Journal United States Congress Kokomo Ind United States Crate Prine Knights Templar Free Minons Knights of Pythias Germany Austria Russia Grand Army of the Republic East International Board of Arbitration Brotherhood of Man Atlantic Seashore Lehigh Valley Railroad America General Passen- Valley Fase Pew York Atlantic

Asthma Cure Claim in Chicago Letter

A letter from J F Homan of Chicago praises Dr Schullmanns Asthma Cure claiming ten years of severe asthma relief after the first dose and stating he has been cured for nine years. The advertisement notes the cure is sold by druggists for one dollar per package in Boston and St Paul.

J. F. Homan E. Adams Chicago Schullmann Dru Paul Eae Sen

Pittsburg Players Lead The National League Batting Race

New York reports show Pittsburg stars Kennedy Wagner Clarke Bresnahan and Seymour atop early batting standings with Kennedy possibly clinching the title despite limited games. Cincinnati rivals Dunn and Corcoran trail in key hitting and fielding metrics as Donlin Steinbrenner Wagner pursue standout slugging.

New York Hill Kennedy Pittsburg Kennedy Hang Wagner Bom Wagner Clarke Bresnahan Seymour Cncinnat Smoky City Sark Husky Pirates Cincinnati Warner Dunn Corcoran Cincinnat Shortstone Dahlen Charlie Hiego She

Water Boy Best in Century Stakes at New York track

Water Boy proved himself the best horse in the Century Stakes, breaking the track record for 1 1/2 miles in 2:31 3 5, defeating rivals Hermis and Heno with The Picket close behind. McChesney would likely favor Water Boy in any rematch, as eastern challengers would back him strongly.

New York Water Boy McChesney Picket J. B. Haggin Hermis Heno Odom

Munroe Willing to Fight Jeffries on October 16

New York Sept 1 Jack Munroe of Butte says he will challenge Jeffries for the heavyweight title on October 16 if the champion does not agree to an earlier postponement or an alternative date. He claims Jeffries has rejected January, and Munroe awaits a decisive reply from the champion.

Jeffries New York Jack Munroe Butte Wince Dent Jefferes Loris Fonth Munroe Mun- Toe Taust Siunrot Rand Beana Sre Jon Monroe

Two Clubs Pursue Walker Amid Doyle Trade Talk

Cincinnati dispatch reports Walker remains in Reds orbit as Louisville and Boston vie for his services. Manager Kelly notes the Louisville offer and Boston’s league intrigue. a decision by Taoulaville officials looms next week as both sides push for Walker’s future. The piece ties in American League action with St Louis beating Detroit and Chicago besting Cleveland in extras, alongside Western League and other minor games.

Walker Cincinnati Reds Louisville Kelly Mar Tebesu Taoulaville Boston ST. Louis Detroit Wright Mullin St . Louis Petty Friel Donovan Ree Sugdin McGuire Lopocota Shannon Maelow

Hotel Empire Promises Modern Comfort and Cuisine

The Empire hotel advertises luxury with a zero daily rate for guests and a fine library of literature. It touts efficient service and notable cuisine, saying the location near the ocean offers easy access to the city’s theatres and shops.

Metropolia Hertaurant Ite Cuinine Empire x Feten Brapire Raik Thesters Bnepa Tae Quinn

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