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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1899
Page
2
Beetles bury dead matter including birds and small animals, often out of sight underground. They work persistently to conceal remains, sometimes delaying burial for days or hours, showing surprising intelligence in performing the task.
Reports from Arequipa Peru describe a potential Klondike boom as the San Demings gold mine may prove rich. American firms led by the Tor Mining company invest heavily, eyeing deep vein systems and European refinements, while early shipments reach large values. Local conditions and labor pose challenges, with Indian workers deemed unreliable by some. observers warn of risks and tease a dramatic economic development if yields justify continued exploitation.
Side Walks Ciaterns Eta poten aos Brant Portland Cement offered for sale. Armments manufactured and sold by J Thomas Sr Co, contact Telephone 22 Rien Avenue and U.P. RR.
The article previews the Jeffries versus Sharkey heavyweight title bout, contrasting two training styles and arguing science and endurance may edge raw brawn. McCoy details fighting methods, stamina, and technique while evaluating how duration and precision could decide the outcome.
Madame Fougère a Paris based chanteuse, reputedly engaged to James J Jeffries, arrived in New York from Paris aboard the St Paul. She sang at a charity saloon aboard the ship and charmed passengers with her beauty and vivacity. She denied plans to marry the boxing champion despite curiosity about a possible match.
The piece recounts a chaotic scene with Jeffreys and Meecher. It notes Jeffreys expressing affection for multiple people and a request about marriage. Fougere, a Waldorf Astoria guest, hints at a Parisian musical number titled La Masseuse reflecting mass themes.
President Robison of the St Louis Club moved quickly to sign stars including Cy Young and Grace Cup as rival American Association of Fameball enters the scene. Jack Powell Burkett O’Connor and others were approached while Young reportedly received a large advance. Robison said he signed his core men in minutes while the push to preempt rival league grows, with competition driving salaries and leverage.
At Louisville Ky on Sept 27 three stakes on the program crowned Boralma the 7000 Matron Stakes winner and Peter the Great the 5000 Purse victor. Boralma, a Boreal gelding, was bought by Dr C McCoy of Kirkwood Del. Win in the Matron went to Boralma in straight heats with 2:06 time. Peter the Great captured the 35000 Loushies stake for 2117 trotters in straight heats, finishing ahead of Charley Herr and Surpol. Other notable winners included Heb Fitzsimmons in the Selbach stake and Lucille in the 247 clues trot.
Peter Maher defeated Joe Kennedy the California heavyweight in the second round at Lennox Athletic Club arena New York. About seven thousand spectators witnessed the bout with Maher favored 2 to 1 before the bell. The decisive blow was a double left swing and hook to Kennedy’s jaw after a right hand, Kennedy fell hard and could not continue within ten seconds, later walking to his dressing room.
In a boxing round to the bell, Maher delivered a series of blows to Kennedy’s face and jaw finishing with a powerful left and right combination. The final sequence staggered Kennedy and sent him down, referee stopped the match at 2 minutes 59 seconds of round two.
The Grand Vid Man of Bassles reveals plans to rejoin the Chicago White Stockings next season. He argues baseball needs growth as Chicago, now a city over a million, gains theaters and amusements yet lacks multiple pro teams. He promises the venture will pay from the start.
An anticipated football game at Washburn features the Medics against Washburns team on the field Saturday afternoon. The article lists players and positions in a dense, OCR damaged style, noting tackles and expected key matchups with limited readable details.
Describes annual, highly regular swarms of tiny fish in Samoa that appear for one to two days each October, drawing native feasts and observations from a visitor. Notes the mysterious origin and the dramatic lagoon activity surrounding each island, with vivid sensory travelogue details of Samoa’s lagoons, reefs, and inland scenery. Also includes unrelated notices about travel deals and medicinal ointment.
Governor Stanley faces a speaking gap as he seeks current appointees with public oratorical skill. The piece notes many boards include numerous members and staff with few spellbinders, naming Osawatomie asylum, state reform school, and charities as examples, while praising Treasurer George W. Kanavel for past oratory prowess.
A. Jordan of Lyons, who warned last year he would oppose Chester Long, shifts to the Wallace camp as an anti Long crusade forms for next year. Frank L. Martin of Hutchinson is rumored to seek the congressional nomination. Jordan says Rice county would back Martin if he runs, otherwise he supports Mrs Wallace.
The state board of health meets to consider a proposed exam and standards for undertakers in the state. A committee led by Hosedale Dr Mtalt by, McPherson J E Hinthers and others will report on the plan and its enforcement prospects amid opposition from railroadsmen and infection control advocates. The proposal faces legal and practical obstacles, and a full decision is expected later today.
Morrow's Kid-ne-olds a yellow tablet kidney remedy gains favor in Topeka. Proprietor William Nobie of Confectionery and Land Counter 16 Kansas Avenue endorses it curing dull back pain nervousness urinary disorder and sleeplessness. Manufactured by John Morrow & Co Springield Ohio sold for fifty cents a box.
Representative Sam Jackson of Comanche County announces bid for Republican nomination for state senator in Burtieth district. The western part of the Seventh congressional district is the largest interior district in the state. Lupfer of Popullat currently holds the seat and says he will not resign or reconsider.
A South Chicago police operator Samuel Smith owns a long hanging helv clocks that suddenly ticks at night. The family notices the ticking and the clock stops, revealing dusty gears long unused. After repeated appearances the mystery remains. no occult cause found. Also mention of rail tickets to Santa Fe routes and state fair dates.
On sale tickets from Topeka to Kansas City and back via the Rock Island Route September 37 to October 7. Depart Topeka 7 38 a m arrive Kansas City 9 15 am depart Sarees City returns 10 30 pm arriving at Topeka 12 00 am. The Huck Le land is the line between Topeka and Kansas City. A M Fuller cP at. A
A garbled Topeka note mentions Calvin Brewer of 44 Jefferson Street and references back pain suffered during a Texas Pacific test run between Fort Worth and Texas. The fragmentary text describes excruciating pain experienced when stopping, with no clear event, date, or outcome.
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