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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1902
Page
2
Freshmen receive a playful but sharp satire from the K U Weekly issue. The spoof mocks freshman naivety, promises curfew relaxation in exchange for obedience, and notes a campus print shop response. The chancellor lauds the university student newspaper and affirms faculty support, signaling a new era of student affairs autonomy.
Miners from Carr Coal and Riverside company signed a contract after a dispute over shale mining at the Carr mine. A small force worked at the North Leavenworth shaft while 20 agreements were settled, showing conciliatory spirit during the meeting.
V miners are to receive a cent per ton under a three year plan. The text remains buried in prior promises of a busy coal scheme.
The Kansas Association held its annual convention in Topeka, electing Loomis as president for the coming year. Officers include Brat vice president and Treasurers Bell, Grove, and Lindsborg, with Topeka and Wichita voting on prizes and next convention dates.
Beloit reports large attendance and speeches for Old Soldiers Day with a parade of dignitaries including BE. W. Hoch and Congressman Calderon. Fort Scott notes a murder in Pawnee with suspect likely local. Beloit wedding and notable deaths in Hutchinson. Kansans grant list and U.W. rally at Hartford with speakers Lamb, Cole, and Forde.
Contractors and workmen arrive to build sewers in district No. 1. The project covers the mon river portion of town with an outlet to the river. A murder case is linked to a shooting near Galasciny. Titus ate and Andrew Jewette are in jail at Ablens Kansas. Baptist Ministerial Association holds tour session at a church 12 miles south with eighty ministers present.
Rain swamped Ottawa Kansas forcing early postponements of the fair races. Officials say events may resume Saturday if conditions improve. In Hutchinson, Kansas, September 1, Marks, a prominent local figure, died at age 40, noted as one of the area’s best known citizens.
A touted match between James J. Corbett and Dick McGovern draws a huge crowd forecast. Weigh in set for 147 pounds at 4 PM at the Auditorium with Corbett refereeing. Odds swing toward McGovern though bets flow across major centers as promoters guarantee a 14 000 prize and 50 percent of takings.
A chaotic account details plans and training for the McGovern vs Corbett boxing match with trainer histories, key figures like Joe Humphreys and Mayhood, and preparations for Louisville and Cincinnati crowds. It notes McGovern’s entrance into the ring, past victories, and expectations for a major event with extensive era context.
Fragmentary report of a Windsor race meeting with multiple results and placings. Mentions include a one mile race at Windsor, Gooseneck ball and Dest Walt, a six furlong handicap, Irene Lindeey, Burd Barnie Bunton, and a Kenilworth Park third race with Syriin. Also notes Buffalo weather and a National League teaser.
A fragmentary report notes Botier’s pitching was easy for the home team as Seb o LeasveE and Pete contributed to the Philadelphia contest. Readable details are limited but indicate a favorable home performance with Botier on the mound.
Fragmentary OCR text notes during a funeral event and a local basketball game at a Denver venue. Mentions Mr. Bratton, home team, and a possible park setting, but details are obscured by garbled wording. Entities: Denver, Mr. Bratton.
In a series of college basketball scores the Milwaukee team edged past opponents with key plays in Milwaukee. Indianapolis stumbled amid costly errors while Minneapolis saw tight play and late runs. Des Moines and Des Moines area scores feature strong performances and notable point totals from players including Moe, Bert, and Joe in a high‑drama set.
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