Nation and prohibition clash in Topeka items
The Topeka press reports a surge of anti liquor actions and political clashes. Mrs Nation targets drag stores and clubs, while editorials mount about county printers, election law, and fusion politics. Posts mention Creek troubles and Pearl Harbor era era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Nation
Topeka
Abo
Mrs Nation
Colonel Hughes
Chis
Paice Stahl
Nation
Wougesocs
Abe
Guardisa Gogel
Lawmaker bills urge usury penalty and board nepotism ban
The piece discusses a legislature bill to set a forthright penalty for usury and a separate bill to bar school board members from employing relatives as teachers. It notes editorials favoring a projected penicentennial event in Topeka, and condemns sensational figures and liquor culture while urging cautious reform. It also covers cabinet picks and health advice, branding liquor as a pervasive social ill and endorsing Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy.
Dont Get Thin Get Fat and Plump for Winter Colds
A dense periodical ad and notice page promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as easy nutrition and digestive aid to prevent winter illness. It mixes promotional copy with drug notices, prices, and local travel and remedy recommendations including Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and Rex Dyspepsia Tablets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
F.L. Hewett
Winfield, WI
Bates
Chamberlain
Life of Queen Victoria promotion by John C Winston Co
An ad offers a sensational opportunity for the Life of Queen Victoria with top illustrations and a 600 page edition at $1.75. It promises huge earnings, big commissions, and free outfit with freight paid, listing Philadelphia and Chicago addresses for fulfillment. Also includes a dubious farm offer and a wanted girl for housework at Harris & Gibbes Mill with unclear details.
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Queen Victoria
Emily
John C. Winston Co
Red St
Philadelphia
Dearborn St
Chicago
A. C. Griesa & Broa
Harris & Gibees Mill
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement By Mr Reynolds
A testimonial from Mr. W Reynolds of 12q7 Tennessee Avenue describes long back pains and urinary issues. He reports permanent relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Dick Bros Massachusetts Street, praising the remedy and urging others to try Doan's, price 30 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. We. Reynords
Tennessee
All Desfarn
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Ola Penta
United States
Doas’s
Favors Retiring the Greenbacks in War Department Plan
The War Department outlines preparatory orders to move 6 300 equiturd to replace equal numbers of volunteers in the Philippines. Secretary extends discussion on revising banking laws to ensure exchangeable notes and a treasury system while addressing reserve notes and currency.
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Philippines
Kington
Howse Committee On
Sania Tex
Gaye
Rhein
de Oyell
Cage
Thayer
Mubsachieetis
Conan Si
Een Gough
Green
Fifth Cavalry
Tenth Infantry
Eleventh Infantry
Presido
San Francisco
Manila
Taly
Artway
United States
War Department
War Scare in Washington Moves on Germany Threat
Naval officers weigh sentiment in Congress and the service toward Germany amid fears of a coming war. Admiral Dewey heads the permanent board of strategy and reportedly warned the House naval committee that war with Germany could come within two years. Details remain guarded amid diplomatic exchanges and ongoing tensions between American and German authorities.
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Washington
Congress
Germany
Navy Department
Permanent Board of Strategy
Admiral Dewey
Naval Committee of the House
Teanon
Manila
Americana
Electric headlight promise aids railway safety
Reports describe new electric headlight technology improving train visibility and reducing collision risk. Aimed at major railways, the system powers ahead with testing on experimental engines and a warning that brighter, more reliable beams could soon standardize safety practices.
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Cbicego
Millway
Calvert
Buckston
New York
Gervatet
Cie Freaueldfyshit
No. 3
Craver
Mubler
No. 8
Gratton
Palemane Falls
Nuwi
Ant
Prof Herron and the New Reform Crusade Take Stage
A reform movement led by Professor Herron forms an apostolate to preach Christian ideals. Five young leaders including Wentworth push a nationwide campaign with lectures at Chicago Central Music Hall and plans to expand to New York and other cities. The effort seeks religious and social renewal through human brotherhood and public speaking in churches halls and streets.
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George Ey Terten
Mofessuy
York Journal
Marowa
Trey Herron
Wentworth
Protec Hove
Storks
Crysler
Miri
Florron
Elerron
Stitt Wilson
Benjamin F. Wilson
Willam He Wise
Serron
Brotherhood
Professor Herrone
Central Music Hall
Chicago
Herron
Cresar
Jesus
New York City
Social Reform Union
Professor Herron
Army Bill Passes in Congress Amid Debate on Post Office
The Fortification and Army reorganization bill cleared the House and moved to the president for signature amid bitter debate. Senate opposition centered on the shipping bill and new provisions. McVumber Pettit and Morgan led amendments while Chandler planned a late session to advance the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
United States Army
Senate
Vunfuenees
House of Representiatn
Wies
Wey
Gole
Vigorcushy
Maifor Peller
Awa
Senatac Rowling
Utah
Interuces Niceae Nals
Nicaragua
Facie Dal
Timbam
Yexag
United Leagueristey
Che
Fonanitier
Ineharse
Mie Il
Lentyc
Obin
Suesidential and
Congresstead
Neuse
Kaos Hill
Ameka
Tinea
The Chinese trouble and Beatrice blaze report
A Pekin meeting weighed varied punishments amid foreign envoy talks on China while news from Beatrice Neb reports a major city fire at 6:39 PM near Hongland's drug store, with several stores burned as firefighters struggled to control the blaze and advance payments noted for regular advertisers.
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Pekin
Fel
Germany
Beatrice
Neb
Omiha
Werald
Whale Leiness
Hongland
Moone Eelock
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Aceraster
Lawrence Journal Co., Publishers
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Kansas
Comaty
the Journal
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Dows
Pat Crowe
United States Senate
Bryan
Europe
Constab
Coates
Kansas City
Lanham
Texas
House
Bryan Ogsio
Spain
Victoria
McKinley
Bia
Smith
Executive Council
Mervor
Anbow
Saeme
Miesvuri
Bossponse Little
Andy
Lawrence
Merchants’ Athletic Club
Carrie Nation
Sherif
Potter
China
Barton County Bas
Tos Garton County
Aor
Los Angeles
San Diego
California
Santa Fa
Life
Geo. C, Bailey
Santa Fe
Sam Francisco
GEO
C. Bailey
Agi
Slott & Nowne
Earl Strest
Pittsburg
Catheerine Jieahy
Mikes Catal Miatrie
George White
Mr. White
Diethins
Thaettay - Copel
Khery
Have Park
Estee Park
Tave Lawrence
Union Pacific
Isavc Deaver
Garlington
Islaphone
Updepot
Dassle
Bercha
Callon J P Ross
Kent
Presbyterian Church
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Jersey
Rhode Island Street
Maney & Shaw
Messouri Street
Eit
Remington
Hammond
A. Keeler
Columbian Correspondence College
D. C
Steven
Mississippi Street
Sear University
Texmessen
H.W. Grint
Satis Street
H. Bees
Mamechuistis Street
Sane
Gage
House Committee
Greenbacks
Admirat Dewey
America
George Westen
Penmaes
Chiesa
Bribane
Weston
Inez
Inez Tew Gwontha
Sanother
Royal Saxon Railroars
New York Commercial Advertiser
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F J Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohi
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Wintarn
J Sieben
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Rothschild & Co
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Orangeine Chemical CO
Lil
Prof. Herron
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London
Myrtle Reed
New York Times
Chandler
Ametia Dougherty
Kerrigan, Wayne Co
Wade
Missouri River
Beresford
Peore
ROSS
Toshanklin
NASA
Warren
Uchester
Chichestel
Iranchofees
Cook Remedy CO
Masonic Temple
Red Cross
Douglsa County
Caroline Wy Poeter
Douglas County
Blanche Adtison
Asw
Lawa
A. G. Honnold
S Fale
State of Kansas
Reid
Ac Straifon
Massias
Maggie
Xale
Aod
RJ Straton
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