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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1900

Page

2

Washburn Blues and Haskell Indians to Contest

Sporting notes highlight an opening season clash between Washburn and Haskell with promise of a good game and a chance at state championship. Washburn skeptical of strong material this season. Lawrence University expected strong again. local fans urged to attend and support teams.

Washburn Blues Haskell Indians Topeka Washburn Mens Tinskeidudlase Waahburs Madksttnlevin Tepetia Ream Washburn Thas Botte Eturt Lawrence University Derlir Waabburn Kansas Topsis Pihlics Hume Eason Hettbe Esac Nate Seiscind Stezn Savoia

Horses Reach Lexington Futurity Candidates

Three contenders vie for a $16,000 futurity at Lexington as Beverat and others lead the field. Rita and Fae are noted among the entries in a concise racing summary from the meeting.

Beverat Ut Jna Rita

Heavyweight Showdown Hinted in Philadelphia Bout

Promoters in Philadelphia hint at a major heavyweight pairing as rival contenders Maher and Buhlin surface in talks. Both camps discuss strong inducements, aiming to stage a highly publicized match with local support and potential title implications.

New Star Discovers Public Interest and Naming

Fragmentary OCR notes describe public interest in a new star discovery and naming, mentioning watchful observers and the desire to record the event in human knowledge. It references Galdes Main Discovery and contemplates how such findings are treated alongside other intoxicants and medical topics. It also alludes to a request for stamps to fund a medical book.

Galdes

Fragmented OCR notes on political event

Unclear OCR text fragment references Philadelphia and Saint Sina but content is garbled. Possible notes discuss timing and candidates or actions but specifics are unreadable. No coherent names, dates, or organizations can be confirmed from the readable portions.

Quenemo Meda Win Narrowly Over Pomona Nine

In Quenemo Kansas on September 27 Quenemo Meda defeated Pomona by a close margin after a tense six inning game. The contest featured early scoring then quiet sixth inning with Pomona taking advantage in five innings while Pomora managed a late rally before the home team secured the win before about 1 000 spectators.

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Hanna Hard at It in New York Labor Talks

In New York, Sept 27, reports say a Morgan & Co conference with coal rail presidents, minus Oliphant, stirred Wall Street as a possible miners' strike settlement emerged. Hanna allies push for action while railroad leaders deny any agreement or conference, with further comments from Morgan spokesmen and Republican leaders in haze of rumor. A separate note from Youngstown, Ohio, Sept 17, reports the Republic Iron and Steel plant expanding capacity and creating jobs.

New York the Times Honma J. P. Morgan & Co Watt Moegan Str. Morgan Oliphant Natare and Hudson Morgen Hanna Wall Street Powter Ontario and Western Trussdale Lackawanee Hyan Sosane Willa P. Hamilton J. Prespont Morgan &Co Kriven Fri Railroad Pone Vine Warren Jersey Central Jargey Central Nimphia & Heads Yenterday Natur Hann Booth Booth, ‘Treaaaner Lise Soneph HH Manley Gibee Davee Senagen Natlke

Railroads Compare with Chicago and St Paul on Expenses

The piece analyzes operating costs across major lines, noting Santa Fe’s economy and comparing Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe with St Paul and Milwaukee. It highlights changes in maintenance of way, track, and equipment spending, and discusses capital charges versus current earnings.

New York Post St. Paul's Atsmieca St Paul St. Paul Atchison, Newner Mrrae Atchivon Wystom Atchison Jane Paul Waa Chicago Bt. Pal Bette Atchigan

Webster Davis Tour Draws Big Crowds in Kansas and Missouri

Brilliant Missourian addresses large gatherings at Burlington and Parsons. Davis spoke in open air when doors failed to admit many, urging support for Boer War diplomacy and criticizing British agents. Strong applause followed his Parson's Hall remarks as crowds filled nearby streets.

Largo Burlington Kas Dafis Davis Treignt Renporia Midland Opera Potre Tig Rammindatention Ite Coures Mr. Deford Parsons Kam Webster Davia Hall Ofa Midis Ota Idler

Oriental Trade Notes Market Struggles and Ship Load Decline

President Hill of Great Northern reports the Oriental trade has peaked with fewer ships ready, as crops stall and demand shifts to outlets in China and Japan. He cites mixed earnings changes, lower bushel figures, and a passenger revenue rise of about 32 percent amid Pacific coast routes.

New York Hill Northen Pacific Briary Conservati Peresme

Illinois Central Meet Adopts Bond Issue For Improvements

Chicago September 27 annual meeting of Illinois Central stockholders approved issuance of 4.0 million dollars in 4 percent gold bonds for purchase of lands and improvements. Railroads slash rates including a blanket Chicago to New Orleans fare of 16 dollars as western homeseekers target October 2 to 16. Rural free county routes and carrier services outlined for Kane and other counties with mileage and population figures.

Chicago Tllnois ‘Central Tinois Central Tilinois Alton Wabash New Orleans Courrier Care Penter Wenty Etal Cient of Fonte Eacz Aya . Gavehal

Big Kansas Bets Touch Off Rush For $1,000 Wager

On September 27 Abilene men placed a thousand dollar bet with Missouri The Missourian backing Siekinier not to carry Kansas. A rush formed to post the money at Union Favine hotel. The stake was arranged by a St. Joe traveling man who took six percent as commission.

Abilene Missouri Missourian Siekinier Kansas Union Favine Hovel St. Joe

Emporia Street Fair Returns with Santa Fe Tickets

Emporia announces a street fair with a Santa Fe account option. Return fare of $2.45 set, tickets go on sale September 24 with service to run through October 1.

Emporia Faith

Harvest Home Dates Set for October in Arkansas City

Arkansas City announces October 2 3 4 and 6 for Harvest Home with prize winnings for farm products. A big crowd is expected as chariot races entertain daily with the Martels clowns and Prof Bogarth balloon ascensions. Reduced railroad rates within 76 miles. Admission 25 cents for adults, 19 cents for children, 10 cents for teams.

Arkansas City Kansas Martels Bogarth

Grand Army Day Sees Campfires and Meetings at Hutchinson

The Hutchinson Grand Army reunion winds through an unsettled Wednesday with tents protected by wind breaks and campfires. In the Auditorium hundreds will arrive for a lively program led by Colonel C B Pearsall and John C Carpenter as they preside at campfires. The Abilene session of the United Brethren church begins with Bishop Floyd presiding, as preachers from northeast Kansas arrive for the annual gathering.

Ebansas United Brethren Abilene Kansas

Made Bad Money. Counterfeit Ring Busted in Kansas

Sheriff Seitz arrested Newt Prantz of Canton on a United States warrant charging him with making uttering and passing counterfeit money. George Ball, once a runaway in Canton, aided circulation. Prantz traveled through southeastern Kansas and southwestern Missouri and is jailed in Wichita.

McPherson Kas J. L. Seitz Newt Prantz Canton United States George Ball Hull Kansas Missouri Wichita Burns Marion County

Street Fair at Saline and Emporia Street Fair Opens

Saline on Sept 27 reports a successful third day of street fair despite rain. A large excursion crowd gathered near the Ferris wheel as the Midway opened and Cody day drew big crowds. Premiums in poultry, agriculture and stock were awarded. a top wheat prize brought $50. Emporia fair opened with farmers parade showcasing wagon representations from Lyon county amid threatening weather. No arrests reported by fifty extra police.

Saline Emporia Lyon County

Death of J A Johnson in Blue Rapids

Death notice for J A Johnson aged 5 years 10 months in Blue Rapids after birth in Upsala. He lived in Blue Rapids since 1880 and served several terms on the city council. A Freemason and prominent merchant, his death marks the end of a long civic career in the town.

Blue Rapide Bie Rapids John Ae Johnson Upsala Foie, Ton Janeneean Ana Irving Kan Blue Rapid No- Shrinber

Bryan's Home Thrust at Nebraska City Speech

William Jennings Bryan spoke to a large crowd in Nebraska City on September 27, addressing the Argo Starch Works sale to the National Starch trust. He traced the starch industry history, warned Nebraskans about trust power, and urged defense of local independence against consolidation.

Nebraska City Neb William. Bryan Bryan Smythe Argo Starch Works National Starch Company The Starch Trust Lincoln Lincon Grand Pacific Hotel Nome Court House Argo Manufacturing Corpany J. Sterling Morton America Europa Bald Argo Argo Company United Starch Company New Jersey Crowing and Picea Ne Enser Nt Gory Ritsens Nebraska City National New York New Inshisky Trust Pary

Convocation of Bishops Set for October 10 in Washington

Washington September 27 The meeting of American archbishops at the Catholic University is scheduled for Wednesday October 10. It is believed at least twelve of the fourteen provincial archbishops will attend the convocation. Archbishop Frehan’s ill health may affect his attendance. Archbishop De Chapelle of New Orleans will preside at the meeting.

Washington Catholic University Perovincés Frehan de. Chapelle New Orleans

Russell Meeting Draws Crowd in Russell Kansas Speech on National Issues

About 600 people hear a speech in Russell Kansas on national issues including tariff reform and the Democrats and Republicans. Weather is cold and rainy as attendees, many in heavy clothing, fill the hall and applaud. The talk criticizes bankers and imperialism while noting shifting party support and local political dynamics.

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Fragmentary note on women health and medical questions

The text presents a garbled discussion about women's health and sleeping needs, mentioning physicians and questions about causes. It appears as fragmented lines with stray words and phrases conveying concern for illness, womb displacement, and medical duty, but lacks coherent details or clear events.

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