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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1903
Page
3
Kansas news note reports Wichita charities expanding programs to secure work for applicants. Agencies coordinate with employers to place candidates, offering training and follow up to ensure placement success. The initiative aims to boost employment among local residents through supportive services.
A distressed woman in Wichita struggles to support her children after a courtless separation. She faces eviction and seeks aid from charity groups while attempting to find work. The narrative notes failed attempts to secure housing, payments, and aid, leaving the family precariously housed and reliant on limited charity.
A chaotic freshman victory over sophomores at the university ignite a noisy, rough scene on campus. Students report a late fight in the streets with dozens of freshmen and sophomores clashing while authorities attempt to restore order.
A Milwaukee ad promotes Pyramid Pile Cure as a private, painless remedy for piles. It claims immediate relief without surgery and offers a center package, a free booklet, and nationwide drugstore availability. A quoted patient notes long, ongoing agony and a promised deliverance.
Thayer News reports a Helton couple eloped in St Joseph Missouri after defying cautious families. Hilton Ken and Herr Binck’s romance led to a secret wedding as authorities and parents sought to stop them. The pair, both 17, fled Sunday morning after a plan to visit Arline Springs failed. They were found traveling north on the Rock Island line after midnight.
Officers arrive at Fort Riley for a field gun test of man killing machines. The event includes Vickers representatives and Army officers from the Sixteenth Infantry and Cavalry. Demonstrations feature different gun types with transport by mule and wind conditions noted.
Report describes multiple wheat buyers and an agent under anti trust laws in Hays Kansas. Names cited include Wen aia and J M it, with reference to a public complaint and federal proceedings. A separate incident notes Mrs George H Smith struck by a moving car, later hospitalized with fractured wrist and possible brain injury, while a separate legal action lists Crescetia 53 and other parties scheduled to face time on Thursday.
Mrs Samuel Davin, a 42 widow who runs a dairy herd, was thrown from a carriage by a runaway horse Monday afternoon near Port Scott and is expected to die from injuries. Her skull was crushed, and she previously served as steward on the Sheridan.
San Francisco Sept 29 Eddie Hanlon and Benny Yanger clash in a featherweight title bid under Hayes Valley Athletic Club auspices. The prior exchanges include a draw with Corbett and wins over Yeager, with California sentiment favoring Hanlon. betting favors Hanlon. Yanger trains hard, aims for knockout, both fighters in good form as public interest rises.
At Elesworth Fort Riley suffered a decisive defeat as the Elesworth Vasefall team closed a highly successful season. The squad boasted twenty seven players scoring away from home and only seventeen losses, marking a standout showing in state amateur play.
The fragment describes Strong City and Leatherely meeting the crew, Elsworth shaping a first class baseball team, and notes a season with seven representative cities. It mentions Tui City and Reading closing their season with a fine game, listing players and a silver cornet band providing music for the occasion.
New York reports the 1903 season closing with Pittsburgh and Chicago leading in the National and American leagues. New York and Philadelphia contend for second place while Hanson Wiener of Pittsburgh tops batting for the year. Kenneth Kennedy shines among Pittsburgh batters as Weimer and Rennes excel on the mound.
Disjointed notes indicate a big shift with a St Paul business moving to Minnesota capital, signaling resignation as president of the American association to be announced at the November meeting. Possible relocation of association headquarters from Chicago, plus plans to keep Hickey involved, and Lennon’s business lure drawing Hickey away from baseball amid upheaval in Ames and New York bargaining.
The record lists notable games and pitchers by date, including John Clarkson, Jim Galvin, Tony Mullane, and others, spanning 1876 to 1901. It notes matchups with Providence, St Louis, Chicago, Boston, Baltimore, and New York among cities like New York and Philadelphia, detailing dates and opponents.
Chicago earns two victories over Washington with strong batting and late scoring. In the opener Chicago wins 3 4, backed by pitching from Le and Dri. Second game Chicago prevails 7 3 with Altrock and Sullivan combining on the mound. Philadelphia beats New York as Powers handles the ball in the late innings. Boston sweeps St Louis in a doubleheader securing the league lead.
The race featured Deke Welles leading early and Delagon closing fast for second as Dr. Stephens, at 20 to 1, won the Chicago Centennial purse by two lengths over Six Shooter who took third.
The Lexington Kentucky page reports full entries for the Keck Trotting Association fall meeting. It lists 40 races over four days with one additional attraction, names many contenders and drivers, and notes opening day weather and crowd size at Oakley Park.
Racing at Chicago on September 29 saw Dick Welles win the Speed stakes by a length over Delgea with Imma A. M. third. Only three starters competed, making the race largely unremarkable despite the victor's clear lead.
In a vest pocket Hyomel offers a breathing cure for catarrh, claiming quick relief and potential cure. The outfit costs $1.00 and includes an inhaler, dropper, and bottle, with an extra bottle available for 50 cents if needed. Geo W Stansfield, a druggist at 62 Kunman Avenue, guarantees refunds if Hyomel fails to cure.
In St Louis racing events Dan McKenna captured the feature as Steefam trailed. The report notes a Boston Pittsburgh Series game plan and Pittsburgh Pirates heading to Boston for a world championship attempt.
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